Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Waltham, MA

...most important aspect of tutoring is encouraging students to realize their own potential and ability to succeed, no matter what material lies before them. Learning is not just confined to facts in a textbook, and giving students the tools to succeed in school and beyond is of utmost importance to me. As a recent graduate from Rice University with a double-major in English and Biology, I have extensive experience with a broad range of academic...

...teacher in the Mascoma Regional School District in Enfield NH working with 5th 12th graders. I had so much fun in the classroom, interacting with the children on projects and listening to their questions. I love to answer questions! I also like to draw and paint in my spare time. When I lived in New Hampshire, I took walks with my dog and cat in the woods. I am very aware of how we are...

...growth in a subject. My theater background has helped me learn a variety of memorization techniques that I look forward to sharing with my students. I understand that different people learn in different ways, so I always cater my tutoring to a student's personality, preferences, and needs. I enjoy getting to know a student, discovering the ways in which they learn best, and crafting a tutoring approach specifically for them. Besides teaching, I enjoy playing...

...rising seniors through the essay process - from brainstorming an initial idea to fine-tuning grammar - and will help students craft essays that reveal their unique perspective and allow them to stand out among other qualified applicants. Personal Test Scores AP Biology - 5 AP Chemistry - 5 AP BC Calculus - 5 AP Statistics - 5 AP English Language - 5 AP Literature - 4 AP U.S. History - 5 AP U.S. Government - 5...

...enhancing understanding. Achieving this requires active facilitation, not just open discussion. Employing visual aids is one means to help students link information, recognize relationships, and build a lasting, analytical understanding, but it is far from the only means to do so. I work to design my approach to fit the student's needs and meet them where they are. My goal is not only to have my student learn a concept, but to bring them to...

...the student exactly where their skills are and creating a plan together to reach specific goals in their learning. Together, we won't just "learn Spanish/math", together we will use Spanish/math to prepare for a specific assessment. I find, as a teacher, that setting goals with the students is the best way to make sure we are focused on the student's needs and the needs of the assignment or goal we are aiming for together.

...designer, and educator with experience tutoring and teaching in a wide variety of subjects within fine arts and humanities. I approach each session with the belief that each student is unique, and thus has unique needs, talents, and interests. I will adapt to a student's learning style and pace to help them achieve their goals. I also believe tutoring can be fun when both the student and tutor have open minds and positive attitudes. I...

...librarian at a university in Boston and a former classroom teacher. I hold a degree in education and a degree in English language and literature, as well as a teaching license from the state of Massachusetts. My experience in and out of the classroom, as well as my study of educational theory and practice, informs my teaching. I believe in combining evidence-based practices with a personalized approach to customize content, strategies, and materials to help...

...MD candidate in the class of 2026. One of my main reasons for pursuing a career in medicine is that I love working with people one-on-one to help them discover ways that they can reach their own personal goals - and tutoring is another great way to do that! I have been tutoring for about six years, working with students ranging from elementary school to college in various STEM subjects. I also worked as a...

...their GED, led ESL conversation classes, and worked with high school age students. I have experience tutoring a broad range of subjects and working with a wide variety of ages. Whether it’s learning how to be a better test-taker or honing an essay on Shakespeare, my favorite thing about tutoring is seeing the great progress my students make. Although my college focus was on history and literature, I also love to tutor math, which was...

...senior at Emory University. I am pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience & Behavioral Biology with a minor in Philosophy. During my time at Emory, I have developed a passion for understanding the human mind using an array of methodologies. While I can tutor in a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about biology, chemistry, and writing. I can often be found in the library studying with my peers and helping them...

...each individual student has a unique approach to learning, and I try to pinpoint the most effective study and comprehension strategies for each of my students, so that he or she feels that his or her time is being used effectively, and so he or she can utilize new tools for success in future classes. In my spare time, I enjoy theater (whether that be participating as a performer or singing along to songs in...

I love test taking and am a recent Dartmouth College graduate. I have experience with 12 AP exams, SAT (99th percentile), GRE, SAT subject tests, ACT, english, and much more. I enjoy adapting to individual students study and learning styles and making work more efficient and productive. In my spare time I run obstacle courses like Spartan Races.... I tailor individual study plans to help dedicated students reach their full potential with efficiency and accuracy.... I...

I have been a business professor and a business tutor for over 10 years. My aim is to discern the individual learning styles of my students and to work with each of them in a manner that addresses his/her individual style. My greatest joy in tutoring is seeing the sparkle in a student's eyes when he/she understands a concept and is able to explain and it back to me.

...always been dedicated to developing a passion of mathematics in young people, especially young women. In the last year, I have visited 52 different towns and cities across much of Western Europe while living in France. While there, I was an English Teaching Assistant in Tours, located along the banks of the Loire river. I taught at a school of predominately underprivileged students of North African descent and was lucky enough to learn about their...

...and college. As a mechanical engineering major, I have a very strong background in math and sciences. I have experience tutoring all levels of math, from middle school to college level, SAT prep, and Physics. My ability to explain complex concepts in a simplified manner makes me a great tutor, and my ability to make my students feel comfortable learning and asking questions. In my spare time, I enjoy relaxing with friends, yoga, skiing, cooking...

Rick is a veteran journalist and teacher. He has been teaching SAT preparation since 2003, and is currently teaching English at high school in Massachusetts. He is licensed in Massachusetts to teach English and History at the middle- and high-school levels. Rick's chief teaching strengths are in writing mechanics and reading comprehension. He is also highly knowledgeable of American history, government, politics, and civics.

...and in my free time I like exploring Texas, New Mexico, and Colorado by car. I have a water-loving dog, so I try to bring her camping as much as possible. My other major hobby is music: I play guitar and (not very well) piano. I also watch a lot of comedic tv shows, movies, and stand-up. I look forward to working with clients on courses and skills of the Humanities, from basic reading and...

...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 and tell me of their improved grades. I tutor because I believe every student has the potential to succeed with the right help. Using the skills I have earned, I enjoy helping others find confidence in their writing/reading pursuits. In my spare time,...

I'm a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with extensive international and academic experience both researching and teaching languages. I demonstrate a strong passion for cross-cultural exchanges and language pedagogy with students of all ages! Languages of expertise include French, English as a second/foreign language, Spanish, and minority languages in Senegal (West Africa) and Guatemala (Central America).