Award-Winning English Tutors in Cambridge, MA

...Originally from Tennessee, I attended an all-male boarding and day school for high school, and was given a lot of opportunities to pursue advanced coursework and opportunities that weren't available to 99% of students in the area. As a result, I've joined Varsity Tutors as an effort to give back and try to help students get excited about learning various subjects, employing many of the methods that allowed me to succeed. While I tutor a...

...application essays ~ I started my own writing consulting business in Ipswich, MA, College Essay Assurance, about 6 years ago. Along the way, I have become a self made expert in navigating the Common App, college interviewing, and the admissions process for high school seniors. I love to help students and their parents conquer this all-consuming adventure! I graduated from Brown University, where I became an independent, free thinker with a degree in English, with...

...high school students for over 15 years in courses and programs at Harvard University (where I've taught writing for 8 years), Emerson College, Duke University (where I got my PhD), and Carleton College (where I did my undergrad). My favorite subjects are writing, government/politics, history, literature, and philosophy. I also enjoy advising students on college applications and admissions essay. I believe that dedicated students of all levels and backgrounds can make progress toward their learning...

...but have lived in the Boston area for many years. I have an undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from Boston University and a Masters in Divinity from Episcopal Divinity School. From an early age I was drawn to teaching as I helped others learn to ride a bike, snow ski or learn a new game. Teaching, coaching and mentoring have continued throughout my life in various settings. I love to support others and see them...

...looking to share my knowledge of literature, history, writing, and revision with students in Boston and beyond! With my positive energy, patience, and commitment, I work towards meeting each and every student's personal goals. I am passionate about working with students individually because I thrive on their success. Witnessing student improvement helps me believe in myself and others. I have worked with students as an adjunct lecturer of Professional Writing, College Writing, and Literary Studies....

...am a friendly and patient tutor of multiple subject areas. I graduated from Columbia University in 2013 with my B.A. in Political Science and Spanish/Latin American Studies. I focused my political studies on International Relations and Comparative Politics. As a student of Spanish/Latin American Studies, I analyzed the cultural nuances of the worlds Spanish-speaking diaspora. I am fluent in Spanish and have studied the language for more than ten years. While at Columbia, I also...

I am a recent Tulane University graduate returning to Miami with a very flexible schedule! I have a Master's in Accounting and Bachelor's of Science in Management in Marketing. I have experience tutoring a variety of age groups from elementary-level children to college students. I have experience tutoring a variety of subjects, both in-person and online, using hands-on approaches in order to make the learning process more comfortable and enjoyable!

...May 2024 I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in International Relations from Boston University and am currently pursuing my Juris Doctorate at the University of Maine School of Law. I am excited about helping high school students with essay writing and the college admissions process. My approach emphasizes back-and-forth dialogue and critical thinking; I encourage students to explore the "why" behind their choices, helping them to identify their strengths and areas for improvement. I believe...

...Language Arts teacher. Prior to teaching, I attended Harvard College, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Secondary in Education Studies, and Harvard Graduate School of Education, where I completed my Master's in Education. Additionally, I have experience tutoring and mentoring students ages 6-14 at an afterschool program. I love spending my days exploring literature and writing with young people at school, and am excited to do so through tutoring, as...

...math teacher and have working with students in schools in math from grades 4-9. I love math and think it's fun! I can help you because I believe EVERYONE can "do" math once they understand how it works. I use different methodologies to determine how best to teach each student - are you a visual learner? Let's draw pictures! Auditory? Let's talk! Kinetic? Let's use some manipulatives! Let's make math FUN! I also teach music...

...and a Museum Studies: Science Education Master's student at Harvard University, I have learned science and math at a high standard, but, more importantly, have been taught how to frame my knowledge in fun and easy to understand ways. Although I am extremely passionate about all forms of science and math, I have discovered that my true passion is in teaching. I want to not only help my students learn, but to actually get them...

...author, and history enthusiast who believes strongly in, and is committed to, giving back to society, including through tutoring and mentoring young people. I am an enthusiastic and caring teacher who thinks creatively and works with each student on a customized and individualized basis. I strive, for students, to make words, writing, language, and history come alive and be vibrant. I strive to help and steward each student to become fully engaged in learning, and...

...where I attended Brandeis University for Music Composition and Psychology. I am a musician and composer by trade, and I play saxophone, guitar, and piano (and I teach lessons in all 3!). Most recently, I've been involved in social work with people diagnosed with mental illnesses. Throughout college and during my 4 years in social work, I tutored individuals of all ages and abilities. During that time, I learned that anyone is capable of learning...

...of Missouri in Columbia majoring in English and History. In the time I spent there, I mostly worked with friends who felt like they needed help writing papers, personal statements, or simple responses for classes, but in my senior year I got the chance to substitute for one of my previous professors. This sparked my interest in tutoring, and the year after I graduated I tutored student athletes at the university in English, History and...

...I am currently a junior at Brandeis University in Waltham, MA where I study Biology and Public Health. After college, I hope to attend medical school and become an OB/GYN. School was always challenging for me. I had poor reading comprehension and I really struggled with math. No matter how hard I worked, sometimes the material just would not click. I worked with my teachers and tutors who helped me overcome many of my learning...

Ultimately, what I hope to effect in my students is some kind of core change in how they perceive, communicate, or act in the world. These core changes, in addition to the standards of close reading and academic writing, include cognitive dexterity, greater complexity of thought, a democratic view of language, and awareness of cultural modes of representation.

...mom out to a restaurant of a different ethnicity and culture to try some different foods. We most recently discovered a Caribbean restaurant called "Some 'Ting Nice" in Somerville, MA. Although I wouldn't call dancing a talent, I enjoy going out dancing with friends. When I'm not out eating or dancing, I like to test my creativity in the kitchen. I like to look up different recipes that I have eaten in a restaurant, and...

...with a double major in Government and Spanish. Since graduating I have worked as the Outreach Coordinator at a local non-profit, as a Project Manager for a translation company and as a helper for a senior couple in Cambridge. This fall I will be returning to school to get my Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology at the MGH Institute of Health Professions. For those of you thinking of taking the GRE after years away...

...a graduate of Kenyon College with a BA in English Literature and Psychology. I have experience tutoring across grade levels and academic disciplines. In college, I worked as a tutor in my college's Writing Center where I provided academic support on written assignments in a variety of subjects. Additionally, I have taught English at the elementary school and high school level. As a tutor, I work with students to build specific academic skills while supporting...

...and musician at Berklee College of Music in Boston who has a passion for sharing his knowledge while learning alongside his students. His areas of expertise include mathematics, SAT/ACT/AP test prep, English and history. In addition to tutoring, he spends his time cycling, skiing and playing FIFA. He is also a big cinema buff and has been known to quote Pulp Fiction profusely. As a tutor, Josh brings a commitment to academic excellence and an...