Certified Tutors From University of Massachusetts Amherst

...I've woven my life between two diverse cultures. With a lifelong immersion in the Japanese language and a year in Japan this past year, I've come to appreciate the power of language and cultural exchange firsthand. Growing up in a multicultural home laid the foundation, but my time in Japan deepened my understanding, not just...

...and I'll be honest if I don't know the answer to something. I graduated with a Bachelors in Mathematics from Umass Amherst, but ended up working in IT. Lifelong learner with many professional cybersecurity certifications (still pursuing more), and finishing up a second Bachelor's in Cybersecurity this May from University of Maryland Global Campus. I am...

...excel in math, science, and programming. I enjoy breaking down complex concepts into manageable steps, tailoring my approach to fit each student's learning style. My experience includes assisting peers in subjects like algebra and programming, focusing on building confidence and critical thinking skills. My favorite subjects to tutor are math and computer science because they...

...graduated from the University of Connecticut with a degree in Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences, as well as Urban and Community Studies. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is my next stop as I begin my graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology. I love working with children and have been doing so for 8+ years in summer...

...have been a teacher for the past 15 years and I try to make math easy and approachable to all. I like to make math relatable and understandable by using real word examples. I have a bachelors degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from UMass and I am getting my Masters in Education from the...

...in the class and be able to apply the concepts to solving scientific problems. Some of my former students are currently working as medical doctors, nurses, engineers, teachers, and scientists. I am looking forward to working with students who want to tap into my skill and experience to pass their Chemistry courses. I make Chemistry...

My passion is helping people master written and spoken English. I've done everything from teaching to writing, editing, proofreading and translation in my career. I'm happy to work with native Spanish speakers, too, as I have degrees in both English and Spanish. Nothing makes me happier than seeing students learn and gain confidence.

...of teaching, I've learned that students often dread writing assignments because they feel overwhelmed; to help with this, I show them how to break up the writing process into manageable steps and work with them to accomplish each stage. One of my goals as a teacher is to open my students' eyes and minds to...

...a Kindergarten Teacher for 20 years, I have attended many workshops on how to help children learn how to read. I am passionate about teaching children to read and write. I have been trained in the Orton Gillingham Approach. This is an explicit and sequential way to teach literacy. I always implement my lessons to...

...discussing what works and what does not for a particular student. If the lesson is not exactly making an impact, then I will find a new approach for my students to try and understand the material. Reading fantasy and sci-fi is a huge passion of mine. I love to snowboard, surf, golf, watch football, and...

...students understand complex financial concepts and apply them in real-world scenarios. With a background in execution trading at top financial institutions, I bring a practical, hands-on approach to CFA and Series 7 tutoring. My teaching is rooted in my own academic success, having graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BBA in Corporate Finance & Alternative...

With 10 years of experience in tutoring, I've found a passion in helping students learn. I graduated from UMass Amherst with a dual degree in Computer Science and Psychology (Honors College). I teach most subjects related to math, reading, computer science, and psychology!

...from a range of backgrounds to help them achieve their goals. In our sessions, you can expect a friendly, collaborative environment where I help you identify your strengths and goals, then make a plan to achieve them. When I'm not teaching or tutoring, I enjoy traveling, gardening, yoga, and the occasional karaoke night.

...and I am majoring in Mathematics. I love helping others understand new concepts in Math and have experience with tutoring my friends and my little sister who is currently in high school. My approach to teaching is to first help students understand the intuition behind the concepts they are learning, and follow that with practice...

...Amherst. I started tutoring in high school, working as a member of the National Honors Society and tutoring in subjects like Chemistry, Biology, and Spanish. In college, I tutored for three years in astronomy and physics. My areas of expertise are math and physics, but I believe strongly in interdisciplinary education and can help with...

...conceptswhether it's mastering vector calculus, understanding Newton's laws in real-world systems, or solving engineering design problems step-by-step. I believe in building deep conceptual understanding alongside practical problem-solving skills, tailoring each session to the student's learning style and academic goals. Whether you're tackling an introductory physics course or advanced engineering coursework, I'm here to help you...

...of Arts in Philosophy, and a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and Psychology at UMass Amherst. I serve as a Teaching Assistant for three courses (research methods in psychology, intro to neuroscience, introductory biology). While I am most passionate about Psychology, English, and Literature, I bring a creative and adaptive teaching style to all subjects,...