Award-Winning Languages Tutors serving Brookline, MA

...also adept with words and grammar, I enjoy helping others to improve their communicative skills and understanding of the wherefores of language - be it in English or in French. I thrive upon the written word and spend vast amounts of time reading and listening to books: French classics (in French, for the sheer joy of it), young adult novels in English, Austen and Gaskell, biographies. I love stories and the words used to recount...

...Promise Metrowest to babysit children of homeless families as well as assist them with their homework. I also worked as a teachers helper after school in the math office; I proved to be an asset to the teachers because of my ability to relate to students and convey the material in a variety of ways to ensure full comprehension. In addition to math, I tutor all elementary school subjects. I strongly believe in the pertinence...

...in any subject they need help with. My favorite subjects to tutor are Spanish, since is my native language, and Math, because I love numbers. My philosophy of teaching can be summed up in two words: have fun. Traditionally, school classes stress students with lots of threats about grades and failure. I believe that we learn best when we are relaxed, enjoying ourselves and the process of learning. When I'm not at work, I enjoy...

...Mandarin Chinese, and college admissions. Over the years, I've obtained extensive experience tutoring all age groups, from as young as 3-4 to college students in seminar classes. I offer an extremely personalized approach to meet my students wherever they are so as to address their needs, whatever those may be! Above all, I also want my students to enjoy the process, so I aim to make all of my lessons as engaging as possible.

...School in Katy, Texas, I choose to join the Edward E. Whitacre Jr. College of Engineering at Texas Tech University wishing to pursue my Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering. Mechanical Engineering was my career of choice because I have a strong need to be challenged and overcome myself. Engineering challenged me alright; it proved to be quite rough but rewarding nevertheless. My curiosity on how the world around us works drove me. This engineering path also...

...in France for one year with a host family, and went to a French school in order to study the language, literature, grammar, art and history. I've continued my journey in learning French by continuing to read French literature, watch French movies, and stay in touch with friends in order to practice speaking the language. The four years I spent tutoring, I was working in Boston public schools where I gained extremely valuable experience teaching...

I believe every student has his or her own learning needs. I would like to know more about my students, to provide a personalized learning experience and to help them achieve their dreams. My students will not be afraid of making mistakes. My students will be more confident about their abilities. My students will have a open and critical mind to what they are learning. ... I believe every student is special and needs personalized teaching...

...Derek Bok Certificate for Excellence in Teaching three separate times. I have taught students as young as 14 and as old as 85. German: I studied abroad in Osnabrck, Lower Saxony and Berlin, where I earned my C2 certificate (near-native proficiency) in German. While in Germany, I took classes, taught in German, on Greek and Latin philology. I have taught beginning, intermediate, and advanced German at both regular and intensive paces at Harvard and CUNY....

...Massachusetts at Boston. I love studying language from a variety of perspectives, whether I am analyzing a grammatical structure, breaking down the root of a vocabulary word, or enjoying the beauty within a literary classic. My genuine enjoyment for Spanish and English Literature have made studying these subjects a pleasure, enabling me to build up an extensive understanding of the many concepts involved. In addition to my love for the subject, my students often remark...

...worked as a writing tutor both at Connecticut College and at the US Coast Guard Academy. As a writing tutor, I assisted students with all stages from the writing process, from brainstorming and drafting, to research strategies and proper citation techniques. By working for two very different universities, I have experience working with a variety of students in multiple subjects, ranging from English and History papers at Connecticut College to Nautical and Marine Science papers...

...their fundamental math skills, but after working with me for a short time, they are able to achieve great GRE quantitative scores. Students also enjoy my approach to the verbal section, where we work on decoding the questions and narrowing answer choices based on the type of question. I focus on a strong understanding of the concepts being tested as well as on test-taking skills. After working together, all of my students feel more comfortable...

...research on topics including prejudice, punishment, and minority leadership, to name a few. I love teaching and using my knowledge to help others. I have tutored individual college students (18-20) and middle schoolers (12-14) and also served as a Teaching Apprentice for a 150-person college-level psychology course. When I am not teaching or working on research, you will find me taking a walk in the woods or binge-watching "House M.D." or "A Bit of Fry...

Hello! My name is Dana and I'm a post-bac student at Goucher college. I recently graduated from Northeastern University with a Bachelors of Science in computer science and mathematics. I have tutored mathematics and SAT math preparation for multiple years and have participated in peer-tutoring at Northeastern. I love solving problems, being outdoors, and dancing!

...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 assistance of the right teacher, they are able to find a way to relate to the material on a more personal level. I believe that my role as a tutor is to guide a student to understand the material, while it is the student's job...

...and will explain in other ways that best suit the student's understanding. My biggest concern when tutoring/teaching is that they understand the content. I have strategies I teach students to understand the more complex topics in language. Learning a language does not have to be boring. It can be a lot of fun and interesting! Sitting around and memorizing and repeating phrases doesn't teach much. I teach through using the language through interaction, music, TV,...

...which I could not provide as a teacher. I enjoy teaching in a classroom, but I found that my strengths lie in one-to-one interaction. It is easy for students to fall behind, especially with the increasing classroom size. A lot of learning happens outside of school, and without guidance, this learning is often not effective. My goal is to bridge this gap, so no child is left behind because I strive to help my students...

...communication skills. Now living in Massachusetts, I am excited to share my native language with students who are interested in learning Chinese. Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your reading, writing, speaking, or cultural understanding, I'm here to support your journey. I am currently pursuing a TESOL certificate to further enhance my teaching skills and better support learners from different language backgrounds. I'm patient, reliable, and truly enjoy helping others gain confidence...

...lots of work with prescriptions and patients, but also with research and paperwork. While obtaining my Master of Medicine from China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, I did postgraduate work in English and Medical research methods. Much of my work hinges on communication with others. Being bilingual has opened many doors for me, and I hope to share my passion for languages with others by creating fun and accessible lessons that incorporate students' interests.

With experience in the classroom setting for the past three years and tutoring experience for the past five, I provide quality instruction to help the student better understand challenging material and develop skills to master a subject.

...various cultures. As a freshman at Gordon, I volunteered weekly at a charity which provided night classes in ESL for new immigrants primarily from Southeast Asia and the Middle East. For two years, I tutored elementary-aged children from Lynn, MA in an after-school program. During a semester abroad in Klaipeda, Lithuania, I also edited students’ papers as they were improving their English throughout their university years. In the summer of 2013, I spent two months...