Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Newton, MA

...School. I also worked in Marlborough as a para-educator for 7 1/2 years in grades 1-4. I specialize in modifying and shaping lessons to students' needs. I have experience with children who have: dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, add/adhd, developmental delays, neurological disorders, brain trauma, autism spectrum disorder, communication disorders and executive functioning delays. Favorite subjects include: elementary math (k-6), social studies, ELA and writing. Some fun facts about me include: * I am getting married in...

...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 clear goals and expectations for students and parents by which they may...

...hard time with. If I am unfamiliar with the concept, I am always trying to at least look over some notes and figure things out on my own to help out as much as I can. My main goal for tutoring, is to provide people with more than one way of explaining a single problem. I want to make sure that I am able to make sense with my words and make it easier for...

...school and Geometry. I also believe that there is a balance between working hard and letting yourself play and relax, no matter how old you get! Things I like to do for fun are read a good book, write creatively, watch great films and talk about them, take a hike, go running, volunteer in my community, cook delicious dishes, explore new places and meet new people. I hope to meet you soon!

...Massachusetts Amherst, with a strong background in math at all levels. Along with my biology degree, I am also studying for two minors in psychology and mathematics. I have experience as a tutor, both freelance for a year with several students and working through a school as a math tutor and SAT prep tutor for three years. In my free time, I enjoy skiing, the ocean, and playing guitar and piano.

I believe every student has the potential to achieve great academic success. It is my goal to help my tutees realize their own abilities and develop a curiosity for learning along the way!

...and that any student is more than capable of succeeding academically. All it takes is having a teacher that is dedicated and understand the individual needs and learning styles of the student. That is what separate's me form the rest; I am adaptable. I worked for Massachusetts Institute of Technology summer programs for high school students and have worked inner city schools in Boston, MA at many grade levels developing programs and have seen this...

I am currently pursuing my Masters's degree in Information Security Management from Northeastern University. My strong subjects are Computer Science, Mathematics, English and i am eager to teach these subjects to students to help them reach their full potential. I have work experience in Programming and Software Engineering and have completed professional development certificates in Python and SQL. Programming has always been my strong area (Scored A in UG courses such as Data Structures & Algorithms,...

...way we can build on the students classroom organizational skills in addition to helping in any area of the curriculum that they may need help on. Mathematics is the universal language. Learning this at a young age had a profound impact on me. It inspired my interest in travel and my passion for learning. Science was the natural progression as it is simply mathematical concepts applied to real world concepts. Some of my hobbies include...

...helping students prep for standardized testing, particularly the SATs. My tutoring style tends to be a combination of challenging the student to work hard on their skills, along with plenty of encouragement. My goal is to show students how much they can do on their own, even when they feel it is a subject that they are "bad at", by working together to solidify their understanding of the subject and teach them helpful skills and...

...just a teacher. Often, they take on whatever roles they need to in order to make a difference. So, although I have only been at this for half a decade, I have always attempted not just to be the best teacher but to be the best curriculum coordinator, data analyst, or counselor I can be. When my school switched to Common Core Standards I volunteered to make sure these standards were implemented in a way...

...math by showing how most math concepts have their beginnings in very early concepts. By connecting past lessons with the present skill that a student might be struggling with, hard problems become easy. I am a very patient and encouraging tutor. In a subject like math, where people might have anxiety, it is important to make the math fun and connected to the world around us. In my spare time, I enjoy watching a good...

...have been teaching for 3 years in a public school district. I hold a M.E.D. in Early Childhood Special Education and B.S. in Early Childhood Education. I have experience working with a wide range of learners. I feel that using student's interests can really bring learning to life. Students are much more engaged when they are interested in what they are learning. Outside of the classroom; I love to dance (tap, ballet, jazz), watch New...

...King novels, and (embarrassingly) updating and drawing in my planner. When I am not in the lab, I am often speaking at panels and forums on the importance of gender and racial equity, especially in higher education. I am actively involved in a number of initiatives and organizations in the Boston area to help address these issues, and strive to be an role model for other first-gen students, individuals from underserved communities, Latinx folks, and...

...and sharing my passion for writing, reading, and the arts. However, I also loved math growing up and though I focused on writing in college, I remember enjoying geometry, and fractions, and the wonder of mathematics. In my free time, I explore the greater Boston area with my friends, write poetry, and choreograph for a fusion dance company on campus. I also love creating music playlists for my friends and recently, I have been getting...

...and Writing, but my main passions are Statistics and Literature. I fell in love with Statistics after taking courses in it that were outside of my comfort zone during school. Helping students break through discomfort around Statistics and Math and feel empowered by the experience is one of my reasons for tutoring. As a former and current bookworm and write, I also love helping students see the importance of organized, clear writing. My hobbies include...

...Boston area where I was born and raised. I am a die-hard Boston Bruins fan and also enjoy fishing and home improvement projects. I have had the benefit of working with all types of kids through my experiences in both mainstream and special education classrooms, as well as on the sports field where I coach lacrosse. I currently work at the Wilmington Middle School and specialize in tutoring Math, English, Science and Social Studies for...

...taught introductory racing, basic navigation, and basic sailing to kids ages 8-14. I strongly believe that all students have the ability to succeed in school with hard work and dedication. Much of that capacity for success comes from students believing in themselves, and I hope to encourage students to be confident in their ability to succeed in the classroom and in life. I have a passion and enthusiasm for learning that I want to share...

...and study sessions based on content covered in laboratory and in lecture. I also have three semesters of experience doing research and writing manuscripts. The final manuscript from my experiments was sent out for publication in June 2014! Before entering college, I took a two year course to become infant/toddler and preschool teacher certified. I have four years of experience working in daycare and preschools with younger children and helping prepare pre-kindergarten students for kindergarten...

...Engineering. I have a strong passion for the math and sciences and love sharing and passing this passion to others. I am a committed and dedicated student and tutor who believes that everyone possesses the ability to learn new things. I am a strong believer in adapting my teaching style to fit the needs of the student and how they learn best. I find it is easiest to learn when you are interested and engaged...