Award-Winning ESL/ELL Tutors serving Waltham, MA

...empathetic. I try to make learning fun for all students by pulling in students interests and incorporating appropriate educational games. Beyond education, I also enjoy traveling, hiking, camping, cooking, reading and playing soccer. I believe travel is one of the best ways to learn about yourself as a person because it makes you think about...

...the material. I tutor a wide variety of topics; however, my favorites are biology and anatomy. Biology is so exciting for me because it is the foundation for all of life, and helps us understand the world we live in. Anatomy is great because you are living in your own cheat sheet (your body)! When...

I am very excited about this opportunity to tutor students who are with Varsity Tutors. I have a Ph.D. in Comparative Literature and have taught all levels of English composition and literature to students of all ages and backgrounds for over twenty years.

I aim to be a coach as well as a tutor, that way we can best succeed through difficult subject matter.

...skeptical of received wisdom, have made a habit of getting paid to travel around the world, and love the outdoors and reading. Let's master your subject, but more importantly, master the art of learning and figure out why you're doing it. "The first principle is that you must not fool yourself - and you are...

...recently graduated from The Fletcher School at Tufts University with a Master of Arts in Law and Diplomacy degree, and I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Richmond, Virginia, with a double major in International Studies and History. While I have experience teaching and tutoring all subjects, I become especially excited about English,...

...RI. While studying abroad in France, I worked with 1st and 4th graders teaching them English and also working one-on-one with children, teaching them Reading, Spelling, and writing. I was very impressed watching the children improve week after week with my help and my guidance during tutoring hours. My passion is to help students improve...

...tutor experienced working with students aged 5-10. I have done Homework Help in English and Math at an after school program for the past three years. In Spring 2013, I studied abroad in Costa Rica tutoring English for Spanish-speaking students. I am talented at helping children understand the instructions for their homework assignments and motivating...

...tutoring students in both science and English coursework. My experience in tutoring students in English over the past 6 years includes age groups ranging from grades K-12. English topics cover essay writing, college admissions, as well as grammar mechanics. I am most experienced in teaching SSAT, SAT, and similar entrance/exit exams for students entering high...

...at Northeastern University. American literature and culture is my passion and my specialty area. I am also an experienced researcher and academic writer. In the spring of 2016 I finished my PhD in English at Northeastern University, and since then I have been teaching college writing courses and tutoring international students, mostly from China, Korea,...

...study plan, and learn how to use practice questions and rationales to pass the exam. By staying up to date with the latest test plans and review books, you get tutoring with current information and guidelines. Keep in mind, I have had to take this exam myself and I understand how challenging it is. With...

...as it allows me to help students build confidence in a second language that I'm personally connected to. I also enjoy tutoring math because it offers concrete problem-solving strategies that boost both skill and self-esteem when understood in a clear, supportive environment. My teaching philosophy is centered on creating an engaging space where students feel...

...I work to ensure that my students truly learn the material and not just memorize a topic for a test. My teaching style is student centered where the students takes an active role in their learning. Some hobbies that I enjoy are running, reading, skiing, skating and attending sporting events, such as baseball, hockey and...

...in various settings. I love to support others and see them succeed. Over the years I have enjoyed tutoring several elementary school students. In addition, I have used my strong English skills to help a Chinese-speaking neighbor with her English. Among my many interests are music, especially choral and classical, and working with dogs. My...

...them achieve their goals. I have experience tutoring students of all ages in a variety of subjects including, History, German, and English. As a History major with Economics and Education minors, I feel prepared to foster an in-depth understanding of diverse subject matter. I am currently completing coursework to receive my Masters of Arts in...

...Harvard Graduate School of Education. I have my Bachelors Degree in Psychology from the University of Florida, with minors in French and Education. I love to read and spend time with friends and family. I'm passionate about supporting and empowering people to realize their own potential and to love learning new things!

I've always loved languages and writing. Being a tutor is one of the most fun ways I can put together the things that I love-people and language.... In a first session, I would get to know my student a bit and spend some time reviewing what he or she knows about the subject. By doing this, we can find what is really great and what we can improve.

...me to help students build the essential tools they need to become confident, independent readers, opening the door to a lifetime of learning and curiosity. My teaching philosophy is student-centered and supportive. I focus on building confidence as much as competence. I believe that a safe, positive learning environment where questions are always welcome is...

...when I was 13 and continued throughout high school. My "professional" tutoring career began in college at NYU. I was an America Reads/America Counts tutor working directly with students and their homeroom teachers to identify and rectify learning issues before they seriously impacted a students progress. After college I worked as a personal math and...

...score of 800) and the LSAT (167/180, 94th percentile nationally) to provide insight on test-taking strategies and knowledge of specific content areas. I recognize the inherent stress involved in taking standardized tests under timed conditions, but I strive to empower my students to do their best on test day through diligent preparation beforehand, and by...