Award-Winning Creative Writing Tutors serving Newton, MA

...occasionally review past material to form solid frameworks for new topics. A large portion of my experience tutoring has been in Test Prep areas, such as helping students prepare for the SAT. Knowing just how much a great score can help with college applications, I strive to see each and every student perform the best they possibly can on these tests. To that end, I have not only a large amount of experience helping others...

...of my students will attest, I truly do find the history of any nation or time period fascinating. I also enjoy teaching and tutoring for the SATs and other standardized exams, in part because I believe that any student can improve once he or she knows how to study, and most importantly, how to build the endurance to take a standardized test as lengthy as the SAT. I approach the SATs much in the same...

..."Art History"! I absolutely loved it and ended up getting my Bachelor's in History with a concentration in Art History. Speaking of school, I think I can be considered a professional student at this point. Why? Because I have three degrees; yes, three! I love to learn new things! I have a CAGs (Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study) in Educational Leadership, a Master's in Teaching Secondary Education - History, and a Bachelor's degree in History/Art...

Julia is an alumna of AmeriCorps, the Harvard Innovation Lab, and an Intel Innovation Prize Winner at MIT. A strong writer who studied Women's and Gender Studies in addition to completing rigorous science coursework and a Master's of Public Health Degree, Julia finds her unusual perspective is useful in helping students tackle academic challenges.

...warfare, and the world that, a moment ago, didn't exist but was created by the creativity in our own minds. I love encouraging others to trust themselves and trust the characters they're building. However, to understand how to write a story, one must also understand how to analyze their own writing and make sure it comes across as coherent. I want my students to come out of our sessions confident, not only in themselves, but...

...for personal statements for employment, and they are now working at those jobs! I graduated from prestigious Smith College, one of the famous 'Seven Sisters' colleges for women on the east coast. Smith College is ranked #12 out of 233 national liberal arts colleges by the US News and World Best Colleges 2018. While at Smith I competed for high grades, and wrote and cartooned for the college newspaper. I worked in banking and insurance...

...of all ages. I first started tutoring juniors and seniors as a freshman in high school when Marblehead High School allowed me into the upperclassmen's Western Philosophy class; since then, I have tutored all major subjects and tests, as well as several specialties, from the elementary to the collegiate levels. I take a collaborative approach, working with the student and parent(s) to decide what methods of improvement will best work. I work hard to establish...

...Amherst. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in English Literature, as well as a minor in Environmental Conservation. I have worked with middle and high school students in the subjects of literature, English, and writing or essay editing. I enjoy teaching writing and editing the most as giving students the tools they need to succeed in their future endeavors is key to development. I am very open to discussing what works and what does not...

...graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor's degree in Public Health Sciences and a minor in Psychological Brain Sciences. I also have a Masters degree in Healthcare Administration. I have experience teaching students ages 4+ at the Kumon Learning Center. At Kumon, I worked both one-on-one and in a group setting with children, to help them advance their math, reading, and writing skills. I have also tutored elementary school students in math and reading. I...

...with an Ecological Architecture & Design certificate from Texas Tech University, and my Master of Architecture, with a concentration in Urban Studies, from Northeastern University. Through high school, undergraduate, and graduate school, I have been tutoring students in a broad range of subjects such as U.S. History, U.S. Politics, English, Public Speaking, Essay and Application Writing, and Architecture courses and software. I enjoy seeing my students achieve their goals and gain confidence as they progress...

Empowering students one creative idea at a time.

...why I tutor children of all ages in standardized test preparation. I know tests are a formidable challenge to many people, but I believe that they can be fun if a student feels prepared and confident. In my mind, a test is an opportunity to display hard work and knowledge, not something to be feared. My tutoring style is very focused, fun, and relaxed. I believe students do best when in a calm, encouraging atmosphere....

...teach, I've been committed to writing and completing, submitting, and publishing my writing globally so that others can enjoy from be entertained by and learn from my writing. So I try to impart a sense of the joy and also importance and responsibility in sharing the written word, the self-discipline and structure and always remembering the reader. Mostly I try to take the edge or the fear out of writing and encourage each student to...

...Children's Literature and a Master of Science in Library and Information Science at Simmons College (Boston, MA). I received my Bachelor of Arts degree from Agnes Scott College (Atlanta, GA) with a double-major in English Literature and Classical Civilizations. At Agnes Scott, I worked for three years in the Center for Writing and Speaking, where I discovered my love of helping students express their ideas through writing. Since then, I have worked primarily with elementary...

My name is Emma and I am a recent graduate of a MSN program and currently work as an ICU nurse. I am also a Family Nurse Practitioner hoping to specialize in pediatric palliative and hospice care. I enjoy working with a multitude of age groups from elementary school to students in undergraduate and graduate studies. I try to make my sessions as fun and interactive as possible while still ensuring student success

...recently earned my MFA in Creative Writing at BU. I currently teaching writing - creative and academic- at Boston University and at Summer Ink, a Simmons University program. During my time at BU, I taught creative writing courses at both the undergraduate and pre-college level. For my undergraduate degree, I studied both English and Education, earning my English Secondary Teaching Certificate in Pennsylvania. After graduating, I moved to Budapest to teach history, art, writing, and...

...voices, while Mandarin opens doors to cultural understanding, a skill I have been honored for through an award for academic excellence in the study of the language. My teaching philosophy centers on empathy and customization. I believe in meeting students where they are, identifying their unique strengths, and creating engaging, low-pressure sessions that prioritize critical thinking over rote memorization. Whether breaking down complex essays or practicing conversational Mandarin, I aim to make learning both meaningful...

...a Psychology degree. I love connecting with people, and languages has always been my path towards doing so. Creative writing and English classes have helped me to connect with other authors and texts, and learning different languages allows me to do the same with different cultures. I have spoken French for 8 years, German for 4, and began to learn Spanish this past year. Tutoring is a very collaborative process for me, as the student...

Hi, I'm Diana! As an English writing tutor with over 7 years of tutoring experience and formalized writing center training, I'm incredibly passionate about helping people translate their thoughts onto the page. I specialize in academic writing, personal narratives (especially application essays for all schools), and creative prose.

Just like a sports coach, I provide strategies and options to handle situations instead of promoting ONE model to win. If youre struggling to get your thoughts across, let me help you become a better speaker!... Assess personal goals and previous methods of study.... I want my clients to get outside of the academic bubble. I take a real, practical approach, with a coaching mindset. Let's work on multiple strategies to win.... Change the environment and...