Certified Tutors From University of Massachusetts Amherst

...and general education, I have had the pleasure of helping students achieve their academic goals in reading, writing, mathematics, and science at the elementary and middle school level. I also have experience tutoring students in SAT/ACT test preparation in all associated sections. I am and always have been a lifetime learner and do all I...

...get a more comprehensive understanding of the material you need help with. We'll take a thoughtful, analytical approach to the topic at hand. And we'll have fun while doing so. Who says Victorian literature can't be off the hook? Or that perfecting your thesis statement for an essay can't be a mind-blowing experience? I look...

I am a passionate science educator with experience teaching high school students, college students, and adults. I like to teach by building frameworks of understanding with my students, and make sure to treat each case individually.... Every student is different. Instead of covering everything taught in the class, I prefer to focus on problem areas.... I believe that learning is a personal process, and the role of a good teacher or tutor is to facilitate and...

...However, none of these jobs have allowed me to utilize the skills that I worked hard to develop during my studies in college. As a result, I have sought work opportunities that will allow me to share my love of learning with others. In my free time I enjoy listening to music, reading, watching movies...

...of Turning On The Lights Global Institute. I enjoy helping clients, and graduate learners with finding ways to enhance their Communication delivery. I have taught ESL courses in Portugal and in the United States as a Consultant for major corporations, CEO's, CFO's and beyond. I also am a College Professor for a notable online University...

...writings and filmmakers about creating works of nonfiction. In my spare time, I enjoy hiking with my wife and dogs, kayaking, running, weight training, doing newspaper blackout poems, and, above all, reading and writing. Working with students should be fun as we look to unpack the English language in an accessible way. Why? Because no...

I am a professional tutor, teacher, freelance graphic designer, artist and musician. I approach my students with an openness to their learning styles. I love to study languages--especially Italian, Spanish and Japanese! I tutor in the language arts and computer arts--such as programs like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Indesign.... In my teaching, I am always thinking of the real world application of the subject. If my students cannot use what they have learned in context, then...

I'm a recent college graduate from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. I majored in Linguistics with concentrations in Portuguese, Spanish, and Russian and graduated with a B.A. in the Arts. I love foreign language studies, translation/interpreting, and teaching about the languages that I know as well. ... I believe in teaching a "growth" mindset in regards to one's own personal knowledge and how much one can truly learn. I have always viewed the human brain as...

...opportunity to help aid you towards your goals. Let me tell you about myself. I have a Bachelors of Economics degree from U-Mass Amherst. Few years after college, I decided to change my career and dive into the Information Technology field. Today, I am a certified Cyber Security Professional. I hope I can be of...

...private schools from Pre-K through MBA, with 39 years at the master's level. My strongest subjects are Test-taking Skills, English Composition, Reading Comprehension, and most Liberal Arts. I have been extensively trained in SAT / ACT prep, consulted for a test prep business, and am certified to teach Special Education, Visual Art and Montessori Early...

...content writer for online learning platforms. I'm passionate about teaching, engaging with students, and helping them build confidence in their studies and become eager to learn. I'm a big believer in meeting the student where he or she is and going from there. My approach is very student centered and is definitely not a one...

...their value, use and relevance. Thinking is never done in total isolation anyway but rather is always a social exercise and activity. The best teaching and learning then, I think, allows us to consider knowledge, from the most practical to the most abstract, as both social exercise and activity. This means, as exercise, that we...

...by! I love what I do and I love working with students, so it has been time well spent. The many courses that I have taught over the years (see resume) have provided me with diverse strategies that allow me to tailor my instruction to the individual needs of my students. One of the most...

...technical training solutions and creating instructional materials on specific topics. As Chinese is my native tongue, I've taught my two young children Chinese Mandarin and kept them bilingual while living in the U.S. I would love to take advantage of my Chinese and English bilingual skills to help others learn the language and culture related...

I enjoy learning and helping others to learn as well. I have lived several years in Europe to grow a deep understanding and appreciation for various languages, their cultures, and history. I also am adept in IT fields as I am pursuing a graduate degree in IT.

I am passionate about math, writing, and business/economics. I look forward to helping students succeed in these subject areas. I understand that every student learns differently, and I have the patience and adaptability to work with students of all ages. I hope to work with you on your academic goals!

...these include: Spending 2 years studying at a university in Tokyo, Japan as well as working there as an English language teacher. Working as a tour guide and English language instructor in Rome, Italy. I grew up in Springfield, MA and earned a B.A in Japanese Language and Literature from the University of Massachusetts/Amherst. After...

I recently graduated with a degree in Economics and decided to start tutoring as I have a bunch of free time. I feel very comfortable adapting my teaching style to fit each person's needs. In my free time, I love playing sports and I enjoy writing on my blog.

...to read to students in order to encourage an interested in reading and education. I also volunteer at our local community center, where I serve as a tutor and mentor during open gym. I have consistently been studying for the LSAT while working full time at the DAs Office and part time as a real...

...years of teaching undergraduate and high school level writing classes. I love writing and reading and am always interested in making classroom experiences as fun as possible for everyone without straying from the critical-minded nature a writing class demands. I've had students publish research papers, op-eds, and personal essays from writing they've accomplished in my...