Top ASPIRE Tutors serving Massachusetts
Tahir: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
As a master's student and former medical student, I know how challenging academics can be. I also know how having a helping hand, a guidance through the confusion, can help one gain confidence in themselves to excel. From tutoring children to post-graduates, I have seen that all students (no matter their age, level of education, strengths, weaknesses, etc.) who are willing to learn can succeed. ... In a typical first session, the student and I usually...
Education & Certification
Youngstown State University - Bachelors, Biology, General
Youngstown State University - Masters, Public Health
Stephen: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...recent immigrants in English and helped them pass their citizenship exams. Working with groups of all ages I learned that establishing a comfortable environment for learning makes a big difference in helping people move beyond their discomfort in a topic and makes them more willingly to engage with the material. Providing a fun and constructive environment for learning is a strategy I believe in for anyone I tutor. After college I worked for the inventor...
Education & Certification
Hamilton College - Bachelors, World Politics
King's College London - Masters, Intelligence and International Security
David: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...and try to incorporate a variety of resources and exercises whenever possible. I think that one-on-one tutoring is an interactive process that should include lots of back-and-forth communication. Learning new concepts, especially ones that are initially challenging, is an exciting and enriching experience for me, and I hope to share that excitement with my students. In my free time, I love to read, especially science fiction, fantasy, and big, shaggy 19th century novels. I also...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Simmons College - Master of Science, Library and Information Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 720
Shaneequa: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...attended weekly meetings with staff to discuss school climate, academic interventions, whole school programming and strategic ways to meet our district goals. In light of having a corps member resign, I was given the added responsibility of tutoring and providing specialized support to 25 fourth grade ELA and Math students for 20 hours a week which has resulted in 75% of the students experiencing 5 to 10 point gains in their course grades. I am...
Education & Certification
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Psychology
Ben: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...and I’ve recognized that the key to helping students learn is patience and motivation. Every student has a capacity for success and I’m looking forward to working with you to maximize your potential. Whether you are a student who has struggled with math since the beginning or if you are a top student in your class, I believe there is always room for growth and you get there by being focused and having direction. I...
Education & Certification
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
Salem State University - Master of Science, Education
Melissa: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...My undergraduate degree was in Early Childhood Education and English. Since graduation, I have taught both high school and Early Childhood students. My passion lies in teaching reading, comprehension, vocabulary and writing. One program I have enjoyed working in the most has been a test prep program for high school students. This program focused on writing skills, answering essay prompts and testing strategies. In my free time, I enjoy reading for pleasure and trying out...
Education & Certification
Gordon College - Bachelor of Science, Education/English
Salem State College - Masters, Teaching English as a Second Language
Stephen: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...students, so I started a tutoring program for underclassmen who were struggling in their science courses. Outside of this, I volunteered my time to help students who were struggling in the upper level courses I was taking. I love science and medicine and I love teaching students to understand and appreciate how cool science can be. I believe that once you understand the concepts and how they fit into the larger framework, it makes memorizing...
Education & Certification
North Carolina Central University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Hannah: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...programs at a Chicago-based non-profit. I am Jewish, can speak some Spanish, am a trained domestic violence advocate, and love reading, cooking and traveling! I tutor multiple levels of academic Math, Spanish, and ACT & SAT prep (focusing on Math/English sections). I am also available to help with high school and college level writing, and college admissions essays. My philosophy as a tutor is that students know more than they think they do. I like...
Education & Certification
University of Rochester - Bachelor in Arts, Public Health
DePaul University - Master of Arts, Women's & Gender Studies
State Certified Teacher
SAT Math: 710
SAT Writing: 700
3399991786: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
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.
Education & Certification
Amherst College - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Evan: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...grammar, composition, and cultural fluency. As for test preparation, I draw on my personal success on the SAT (perfect verbal score of 800) and the LSAT (167/180, 94th percentile nationally) to provide insight on test-taking strategies and knowledge of specific content areas. I recognize the inherent stress involved in taking standardized tests under timed conditions, but I strive to empower my students to do their best on test day through diligent preparation beforehand, and by...
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Kenyon College - Bachelors, French Literature
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Masters, J.D. (law)
SAT Verbal: 800
LSAT: 167
John: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...career I was actively involved in scientific research and in tutoring students in both science and English coursework. My experience in tutoring students in English over the past 6 years includes age groups ranging from grades K-12. English topics cover essay writing, college admissions, as well as grammar mechanics. I am most experienced in teaching SSAT, SAT, and similar entrance/exit exams for students entering high school or preparing to enter college. Preparing for standardized tests...
Education & Certification
Vassar College - Bachelors, Biology; English Correlate (Theory, Criticism, and Transnational Studies)
Albany Medical College - PHD, Medicine (M.D)
SAT Verbal: 740
Alethea: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...literacy. As a lifelong learner and avid believer in empowering students with strategies and insight into different ways of learning things that they can truly master and incorporate them into their daily lives. I have tutored a wide array of subjects and ages ranging from 4 to 28. In addition to 4 years as a literacy specialist/tutor, I have specialized in standardized test preparation and working with students with mild-severe learning and/or social emotional disabilities.
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelors, Clinical Psychology
Harvard Graduate School of Education - Current Grad Student, Human Devpt & Pschology
Matt: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...am MA State certified in Moderate Special Needs, English and History. I received my BA in Liberal Studies from Westfield State University in 1997 and my 2nd BA in Philosophy from D'Youville College in 2003. As a Special Needs Teacher I plan meaningful lessons based on students' goals, objectives, grade level benchmarks, and common core objectives. I try to cater to the different learning styles of my students. I am also Orton Gillingham trained and...
Education & Certification
D'Youville College - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
American International College - Master of Arts, Moderate Special Needs
Dister: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...natural aptitude for it comes from a deep and genuine interest in the subject. I recognize the grave importance of instilling scientific knowledge in our future generations, so it is my goal to help students overcome any struggles or intimidation of the subject. I aim to do this by encouraging the same interest and curiosity in the subject that has lead me to pursue a career in biology. I believe that the key to conquering...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Molecular and Cell Biology, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
University of Connecticut - Masters, Microbial Systems Analysis
Reagan: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...junior electrical engineering and political student at MIT. I have over 6 years of prior tutoring experience with students of varying skill levels. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but I particularly enjoy standardized test prep and middle and high school level math. I have two younger siblings who I have helped with their homework for years. In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, hanging out with friends, and watching sports. I can't wait...
Education & Certification
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
David: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...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 voice. Essays succeed when students strip away the extraneous material and present themselves...
Education & Certification
Drake University - Bachelor of Science, Education, History
State Certified Teacher
ACT Composite: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1400
SAT Math: 700
Brandon: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...corners: as a teacher I give you one corner, and it is for you to find the other three.-Confucius As a tutor it is my goal to not only teach my students the material they need to learn, but to better their core understanding of a subject and their methods of learning for the future. This way, they can continue to learn at an advanced level long after they no longer require the service of...
Education & Certification
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 35
Corey: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...fields, but I am also gifted in some of the fine arts. I am currently working toward obtaining my BS/MS in Nuclear and Radiological Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. As a tutor, I will give my all to help each and every student not only do well in their current class or on the standardized exam they preparing for, but to give them the skills necessary to perform at high levels at every...
Education & Certification
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Nuclear and Radiological Engineering
ACT Composite: 33
ACT Math: 35
ACT Science: 35
Michael: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...improved test-taking skills for a lifetime." Specializing in ACT/SAT test preparation as well as Mathematics, I carry with me, aside from a substantial knowledge of all subjects, a "bag of tricks" made up of pneumonic devices, preparation skills, and exercises in focus/concentration. With any session, my goal is to deconstruct seemingly difficult concepts into more digestible steps -- in essence working with the student to develop a strategy that is personal to them, for any...
Education & Certification
New York University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Shahnawaz: Massachusetts ASPIRE tutor
Certified ASPIRE Tutor in Massachusetts
...in Pakistan. Teaching is something that I am truly passionate about and I have had many opportunities as a teacher. I was a teaching assistant for two undergraduate courses: Number Theory and Discrete Mathematics. My duties involved giving weekly tutorials and designing and evaluating homework and quizzes. I have also taught underprivileged high school students as part of an NGO. I taught math, computer science and english speaking skills. This is why Mathematics is my...
Education & Certification
Lahore University of Management Science - Bachelors, Mathematics
Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich - Masters, Applied Mathematics
GRE Quantitative: 165
GRE Verbal: 161
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