Award-Winning English Tutors in Cambridge, MA

...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 wide range of subjects, I am most passionate...

...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 particular emphasis in writing seminars. I can help...

...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 goals.

...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 succeed. Over the years I have enjoyed tutoring...

...Throughout these experiences, I have dedicated myself to informing my students about the critical reading and writing process. I received my B.A. in English (cum laude) from Suffolk University and my M.A. in English Literature (honors) from the University of New Hampshire. I am currently in the Ph.D. application process! I tutor writing, reading, literature, history, philosophy, and any other writing intensive material. My favorite subject to tutor is Literature: my lifelong passion! I tailor...

...a college mentor, I edited college essays for high school seniors and conducted workshops on interview etiquette, scholarships and time management skills. After graduating from college, I taught 3rd grade literature, writing and social justice at a rigorous charter school in New York City. As a 3rd grade teacher, I wrote curricula for the social justice class and filled in at the 2nd grade level as well. Furthermore, I have experience preparing lesson plans and...

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!

...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 that tutoring is a collaborative journey where both...

...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 well. Some of my favorite areas to explore...

...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 can help with AP Music Theory, and...

...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 excited about what they study and to find...

...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 to understand the importance of each lesson for...

...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 any subject they want. In addition, with the...

...can move forward with confidence and continue to improve. I have been reading my whole life, and I have done a lot of creative writing, so I have a great love of words. I am particularly fond of Shakespeare (although there are a lot of students who don't agree with me!) but I also have experience reading other European and American literature. My history experiences covers Europe, America, and Latin America, although I have a...

...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 barriers. I have been tutoring students for 6+...

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.

...to find me in an ice skating rink, or inside cooking! My immersion in the different cultures of the greater Boston area, and my background of tutoring (both formal and informal) along with my experience working in preschools, gives me the experience to work with all types students from toddler to college. I have the patience to work with A+ students who just need a confidence booster to students with a learning disability who need...

...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 from school, I can relate since I was...

...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 their own creative explorations of subject areas.

...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 optimistic approach to learning. He emphasizes setting achievable...