Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Brookline, MA

...in my community and took part of a program to tutor kids within elementary schools. I'm comfortable with a wide range of subjects but I'm most passionate about History, English and Literature. These are topics I love discussing in general and I'm always happy to have a chance to help someone else find enjoyment in the subject. Trying to encourage of love of learning is an important part of my teaching philosophy and I try...

...they had time. I often met with students one-on-one, and I brought textbooks from my home and researched online resources so that they could supplement my teaching with other materials. While working as a dorm parent and as a chemistry TA, I also assisted students in studying for a variety of subjects, even those that I didn't nominally teach, such as history, French, English, and Algebra II. In this capacity, I worked with approximately twenty...

I love working with students because I'm passionate about sharing ideas and enjoy learning as a community. I also went to summer camp as a camper and counselor for thirteen years, coached middle school basketball for several years and love having fun while guiding group learning.

...recent graduate of Haverford College and a current student at Harvard Divinity School and Harvard Law School, I am extremely excited to work with students on topics ranging from elementary school English to college-level World Religion! Whether it's grammar, paper-editing, or exam studying, I'm here to help. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out--I am overjoyed to be a part of the Varsity Tutors team and look forward to working with...

After graduating from the University of Rhode Island, I entered the teaching field through working at Segue Institute for Learning, a charter school in Central Falls, where I taught 8th grade English/Language Arts. From there, I moved to La Salle Academy, where I currently teach 9th grade and 11th grade English. Based on my vast teaching experiences, I am confident in many areas of the broad subject of English.

...Because I am currently a college student, I am intimately familiar with the culture of standardized testing, specifically the ACT and Advanced Placement (AP) tests, and can therefore help students achieve high scores on such tests. Moreover, because my current academic studies primarily focus on reading and writing, I am well-equipped to tutor those subjects. English is my favorite subject to tutor because I love watching students grow more confident in their reading and writing...

...as a one-on-one ESL teacher at a language school in France and have continued teaching online since I moved back to New York two years ago. I like to be creative with my teaching style, I incorporate a students personal interests and make the lesson fun whenever possible. I enjoy languages and cultures. I studied French full time at a private university in Lyon, France and speak french fluently. I love books, music and history....

...a wide variety of students, including English language learners and students with learning disabilities. I quickly realized that to have a lasting impact on my students, my lessons needed to be engaging! This is a fundamental part of my teaching philosophy. I have experience working with students from elementary school through adulthood, and I've also worked in the editorial departments of various publishing organizations, including WW Norton and the New England Review. Helping others develop...

...have worked extensively with students who are non-native English language speakers as well as native English speakers. These experiences, as well as my MD/PhD training, have given me a strong foundation in tutoring individuals of diverse background in the sciences, particularly biology, history, and English language, composition, and literature. As a teacher, I focus on honing in on to each student's learning style and the key challenges they face in the given subject area. Then,...

...abroad for a few years post-graduation. Though I enjoy tutoring a wide range of subjects, I have the most experience helping students with their writing. I would love to help you improve your writing skills in general, or to look at specific essays or papers. I also enjoy tutoring English/ Language Arts more broadly, including ESL, and math. I do hold a TEFL certificate. I try to keep lessons with students interesting, because I think...

...math, middle school students taking Pre-Algebra and Algebra, high school students taking Pre-Calculus and Calculus, college students taking Calculus I/II and Linear Algebra -- and any level in between! Tutoring is one of my favorite activities, because every student I work with teaches me something new about my field. In addition to doing math and writing French poetry, I play the piano, contract bridge, soccer and tennis. I am also a passionate vegan, and hope...

My name is Julia and I am an English Major in the Honors Program at Suffolk University. I will be graduating this upcoming May and I have been working as a writing tutor at my university since early 2016. I look forward to helping everyone who needs help at any stage of the writing process.

...graduate of Texas Christian University with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism. I'm currently attending Emerson College to obtain a Masters degree in Publishing and Writing. I recently moved across the country and enjoy reading, writing, anything outdoor-related, music and playing the piano. I specialize in tutoring for writing and editing purposes, but I am also qualified to tutor in standardized tests and reading comprehension. I firmly believe that every student has a unique learning...

...it is to teach and continued tutoring when I was in college. I tutored my fellow students in Mandarin Chinese, French, and Chemistry. After I graduated, I went to China and taught English both at a school and privately for three years. Right now I am teaching English as a Second Language at a language school here in San Diego. I like private tutoring a lot more than teaching large classes because it's much more...

I have over 5 years of classroom and teaching experience. I am patient and enthusiastic with my students. Since the beginning of my career, I see how many of my students have benefitted from one on one instruction and I would like to help others in this way.

...I have spent over a year during college as a tutor in the school's Writing & Reading Center. I have also worked both customer service jobs and jobs related to teaching/caring for young children. I tutor mostly English subjects: writing, reading comprehension, speeches, etc. Though less experienced, I am also a History lover and willing to help when possible. I find no greater payoff to my work than seeing a student instill better writing habits...

...minor in Ancient Greek and a Master of Arts in Divinity. During my studies and since graduation, I have traveled extensively, with both family and friends, and have made invaluable experiences throughout my adventures. I have tutored students from kindergarten through college levels for 7 years in a variety of subjects. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Spanish, Writing, and Multicultural Studies. In my experience helping struggling students...

...educating towards students. This background also helps in my specialized field of teaching qualitative, analytical & subjective courses such as English, marketing, and essay & creative writing. Outside of academia, I enjoy hobbies such as martial arts, fitness, cooking & music composition. I find these help build my positive, tenacious & forward-thinking mindset which I hope to impart on my students. In summation, I look forward to helping shape future minds to tackle the issues...

...with. Ultimately, my goal is to have the student be able to teach the material to me in a cogent manner. I accomplish this in part by asking the right questions rather than simply giving answers. I have experience working with non-native English speakers so have grown accustomed to speaking in ways that others can understand. Outside of academia I enjoy reading books, watching films, singing, playing the piano and guitar, getting exercise, and going...

...instructed ages 6-18 in basic computer literacy and helped them produce work for the national Boys and Girls Club Digital Arts Festival. We created short films, clay animation, music, and digital collage that won 5 first place national awards. It remains one of the most rewarding experiences I have had to date. My motto when it comes to learning is: There are no stupid questions! I look forward to embarking on this learning odyssey with...