Award-Winning ISAT Tutors serving Brookline, MA

...of topics. I believe in taking an open-minded approach for my tutoring, and based on my students' strengths and weaknesses I like to develop a unique tutoring style. This most often ranges from focusing on being able to explain concepts in words, to taking a more visual approach and looking at the big picture, to working through problems to figure out areas of difficulty. In my free time, I really enjoy playing alto saxophone and...

...questions meant to stump them, and maybe even put their knowledge to real world use. As a tutor, I like to give a strong foundation to orient my student, and then gradually grant them more freedom and independence until they can feel themselves grasp the concept, pointing out pitfalls or common errors along the way; teachers who used these methods on me always left the most lasting impressions. Outside of my studies, I really enjoy...

As a tutor in test prep (SAT/ACT/SSAT/AP), I aim to help my students learn subject matter solidly enough to teach it themselves. I have four years of experience in online tutoring through the Russian School of Mathematics. My VA research, 1st placement in MA Science Olympiad, and perfect AP scores in Calc BC, Eng Lang, Chem, and Bio give me the expertise to transform your student into an academic weapon.

...tutoring juniors and seniors as a freshman in high school when Marblehead High School allowed me into the upperclassmen's Western Philosophy class; since then, I have tutored all major subjects and tests, as well as several specialties, from the elementary to the collegiate levels. I take a collaborative approach, working with the student and parent(s) to decide what methods of improvement will best work. I work hard to establish clear goals and expectations for students...

I am a retired corporate instructor and for the past ten years a professor at New York University (NYU). Education has been a lifelong passion which I pursue, in part, by tutoring individual students from late middle school through college. I'm married and have three grown children and a couple of very special grandchildren.

...life. I have also worked with students with disabilities since the age of 12, so I am comfortable working students of all skill ranges. My specialty areas include math, literacy, science and prep for elementary through college testing. I am also a violinist and dancer so I am well versed in music theory courses. Teaching has always been something I am passionate about, and I look forward to continuing to do so.

...found that students may learn in different ways and all can excel. I like to present material in an engaging and relevant manner so that we can all learn and achieve success. One-on-one tutoring is an effective technique, particularly for explaining and modeling math, and I enjoy seeing students attitudes toward school brighten when they see immediate progress in their work. As a writing tutor, I like to focus on helping students find their authentic...

...and tutor to families around the DFW area. I have experience with all age groups and there is nothing that intimidates me! While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, History, Spanish, and Government/Social Studies. Through my experiences helping struggling students and peers, I have realized the value of adaptability. Most people reach out to a tutor because the traditional classroom method is not best suited for their...

I am currently a freshman neuroscience major at the University of Illinois at Chicago in the B.S./M.D. GPPA Medicine Program. I am a member of UIC's Speech/ Forensics Team, a writer for Journal for Pre-Med Affiliated Students, and a research assistant in the neurobiology department at...

...Central Florida, majoring in Biotechnology and in the Burnett Medical Scholars Program. In high school, I was in the IB Diploma Programme and took all three science classes plus four HL (Math, Biology, English, History) subjects. Furthermore, I took part in multiple honor societies and science organizations such as Science Olympiad and Science Fair, Mu Alpha Theta, and Science National Honor Society. Academic Achievements: - 99th Percentile SAT and ACT Score (800 SAT Math) -...

...I have tutored math up to Calculus AP; English Writing, Reading Comprehension and College Essay instruction; Science through AP Physics; and test preparation for GRE, ACT, SAT as well as state-mandated tests in Illinois and Michigan. Finally, I majored in and am pursuing a Master's Degree in the field of social science. The Master's in Education program at Depaul is preparing me to teach students from a variety of cultural and linguistic backgrounds at the...

...a career that I'm truly passionate about. I now wish to pay it forward and be a positive influence for the students that are frustrated in school. Based on my own experiences, I recognize how important it is to form a relationship with the student to where they are comfortable with seeking assistance and communicating their feelings and frustrations with me. Once a rapport is established, I'm able to identify the students' disconnects and convey...

As a psychology major, I focus on the development of the mind and its connection to the emotions that we use to learn. Understanding the process of learning from a psychological perspective gives me an advantage in my ablility to tutor. I am able to identify where each student meets their challenges, to then apply the best accurate teaching techniques to help them achieve their highest potential academic goal.

...West Indies. I received my Bachelor of Law in 2021 and am currently an Attorney-in-waiting to be called to the Jamaican Bar. I am passionate about helping students to ensure they are not left behind along with the satisfaction of ensuring they achieve their academic goals. This passion was exemplified when I was tutoring 11 and 12 graders and they achieved top 10 national rankings . These subjects include history and social studies. I also...

...I am currently a Doctor of Pharmacy Candidate with a passion for teaching students. While I tutor various subjects, I am passionate about English, Literature, and Math. In my experience I have helped struggling students read with fluency. I believe that education is necessary for improved quality of life and opens up many different opportunities. In my free time I enjoy hanging out with friends and family, going on walks, and baking.

...tracked students' scores and attained the highest average grade increase in the program's history. By guiding other tutors and consulting students for feedback on their experience, I got a very keen sense of what works and what doesn't. In tutoring, I focus on results, but not to exclusion. I want to provide the student with a meaningful experience. That is to say, I aim to cultivate an appreciation for math, science, and/or the humanities that...

...traveling, creative writing, and historical research. In particular, the study of ancient civilizations of the Americas and Africa. Being privileged to study these and other cultures through personal and academic research through the use of primary texts and travel explorations has heightened my interest in these subjects. While I emphasize student-centered instruction (with ample opportunities for differentiation, modeling and scaffolding), I am also a firm believer in the inter-generational transmission of knowledge. Teachers/tutors/learning facilitators have...

...University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English from Bridgewater College and Secondary Education Teaching Licensure for English from Longwood University. Since graduation, I have taught in the traditional classroom for both the private and public school systems for English 7, 10, 11, and 12 both remedial and honor classes. I have focused training certification on Reading and Writing. I am a certified English as a Second Language (ESL) instructor and deliver web-based lessons...

...the needs of each individual student. Ultimately, I believe that the ability to excel in educational pursuits rests largely on mental strategy, organization, and skill, all techniques that are very teachable. While absorbing content is important, the way we look at the question being asked and the way we understand the test itself is just as crucial to success, especially in standardized testing. Therefore, no matter what subject I tutor, it is my goal not...

...an expert. My dream was to be the first person in my family to earn their bachelors degree. In the Spring of 2018 I will have that dream fulfilled. Now that I am reaching the point where my dreams are coming true, I want to give back to society and help students in school reach their full potential. Let me join you and together, we can make your academic dreams come true.