Award-Winning Latin Tutors serving Brookline, MA

I got my degree in Physics with a minor in Political Science from Wheaton College in MA. I tutor Physics, Calculus, some Computer Science, Latin, and Writing. I particularly enjoy tutoring Writing because I spend most of my time these days writing anyways. I would describe my tutoring style as very dynamic and example-driven. I'm pretty good at coming up with exercises and methods on the fly, which has served me well so far.

I am a high school Latin teacher who majored in Latin and Greek. I look forward to helping you be successful in your Classics endeavors!

...informative tutoring sessions to students on various academic subjects in high school and middle school. I aim to be as knowledgeable and helpful as possible in helping students achieve what they need to in the academic arena. Through clear, informative, engaging and fun lessons I believe students can improve vastly in their schoolwork and academic achievement. Open to working with students of all abilities, whether they are self-motivated or laissez-faire, fun-loving or studious.

Undergraduate pre-med biochemistry student at UMass Amherst with tons of tutoring experience and a passion for helping students understand material :)

...commonwealth honors college. My Major was Mathematics with a concentration in Mathematical Computation, and I minored in Philosophy. The bulk of my university courses were focused on space and time complexity algorithms. I have a strong background in both Mathematical and computer science proof techniques and experience in programming. As a veteran of the AP program and the SATs, I have the insight and experience to help students understand what is important to succeed on...

...of school and standardized tests along the way! But I didn't do it alone. I had tutors help me every step of the way. Not only did they help me to boost my grades, but they provided me with academic confidence and mentoring, all of which made me realize that my greatest goals could be a tangible reality. Now I couldn't be happier in my career as a surgeon in training. I have ever since...

I am a dynamic teacher with twelve years of experience fostering a love of Latin in my students and motivating them to maximize their potential as scholars. I believe that students thrive and succeed in an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. This has been my guiding principle as a teacher, tutor and as a department chair. ... My philosophy of teaching is simple. Students thrive in an environment where they feel respected and valued....

...patient tells the doctor what symptoms s/he is experiencing. The doctor will then be able to diagnose the condition and devise a treatment plan. Are you sick of the grades that you're getting? Show me recent assessments on which you have not performed as well as you wanted to. The mistakes you make on an assessment are basically symptoms of a problem. I can diagnose the problem and devise a treatment plan for you.

...my M.A. in Greek and Roman Studies from the University of Victoria. I plan to eventually pursue a PhD in Classics in the future, but am currently developing my career in education. I have tutored both Latin and Greek as an undergraduate and graduate student, have taught multiple classes as a T.A. in graduate school, and have taught a year of Latin IV Honors at the high school level. My personal goal in both tutoring...

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...vision is to challenge students of all backgrounds to promote achievement. As a Latin teacher and scholar, I have experienced firsthand the benefits of a classical education. With my dedication to student empowerment and rigorous academic background, including graduating Summa Cum Laude from Columbia University and earning a fellowship to pursue my M.A. in Latin from the University of Michigan, I am ready to make a powerful impact on students outside of the classroom. While...

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

...Studying Latin provides us with an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of ancient Rome, a culture which directly informs American society in so many ways. I have extensive tutoring experience: I served as a tutor to my brother in high school and to my classmates in my undergraduate years. My tutoring style emphasizes a clear and direct approach which helps to clarify Latin grammar, syntax, and vocabulary. I recently graduated with a bachelor's degree...

...the right kind of practice. Flailing around at something intimidating, where you don't know how to even start, can be discouraging and counterproductive. I try to provide enough scaffolding to make students feel safe exploring, and to try something else if the first approach doesn't work. I also try to teach the process of solving problems, which students can use for themselves as they build confidence. I have a Masters Degree in Chemistry from Cornell,...

...took Spanish, French, Italian and Latin. In college, I had two majors: Public Health and Spanish/Latin American Studies. I work in education, and tutor people of all ages, because I believe wholeheartedly that "education is the key to solving most of the world's problems." I have experience working professionally with all ages and may assist someone in completing their Spanish assignments, test preparation, or in learning Spanish for their career. In college when I was...

Hello! My name is Alicia. I am a Classics PhD student currently residing in New Jersey. In addition to my 10 years experience in Latin, I have taught college level Latin courses. I also write well (I passed the AP Lit and Comp exam with a 5) and my grammar is great!

...Latin. While teaching Latin, I ensure that the students have a firm grasp of the function of each word in every sentence, whether we are reading stories from the textbook Ecce Romani! or Ovid's Metamorophoses. I understand that the vocabulary and the numerous exceptions in Latin grammar can overwhelm students, but I also know that with patience and diligence every learner can approach and read great writers like Vergil and Ovid. In addition to language...

...Biochemistry/Biophysics, pursuing a career in medical research. In addition to lab work, I love to teach and help others learn. During my high school career, I volunteered at a preschool and tutored Honors Physics for my school's National Honors Society. At Rensselaer, I recently joined a club called the Science Ambassadors that encourages interest in STEM fields by traveling to local schools and giving interactive presentations to middle and high school students. I am excited...

...to communicate with others and develop new friendships." Studying languages and playing music are definitely my primary activities, but I am also interested in art, specifically with the media of the pencil and colored pencil. I believe that there is a level of detail and precision that can only be achieved by a pencil, an instrument with a sharp, definitive point, but still one that doesn't dominate the picture like a pen, which for me...

Hello! I am a long time lover of Latin and a fanatic for French. I really enjoy helping students learn and improve their language skills with some neat tricks to help memorize and practice that really puts language in context. Here's to exploring and succeeding! Carpe diem! On y va!