Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Medford, MA

Currently I am a grade 1 teacher. Teaching is my passion and I love seeing the "aha" moments while teaching. I have experience tutoring and teaching students in K-2 with all different academic levels. I have 6 years of teaching experience.

...where I received my degree in Latin, Ancient Greek, and Classical History. I also received a minor in Anthropology and graduated summa cum laude with honors. I worked as a tutor helping my fellow students with their Latin and Ancient Greek courses. I am passionate about helping students gain a deep understanding of vocabulary, grammar, and syntax (both English and Latin) in order to succeed in their writing and translating assignments. I am also passionate...

...interested in. While most of my work has been with elementary through high school aged students, I have also worked with ESL students at the college level and above, and native English speakers who want to learn Spanish. I have a diverse cultural background (American, Panamanian, Italian) and it helps me to connect to students who are trying to learn a new language as adults. I am excited to be part of the Varsity Tutors...

...because it gives me an opportunity to be a part of someone's life in a positive and nurturing manner. Prior to teaching, I was a girl scout leader, CCD teacher, and most importantly a mom, and the latter role has been my most rewarding because I loved being our child's first teacher. Teaching is truly a gift, and I believe that each student deserves the best teaching and tutoring methods I have available to me.

...I have worked in a variety of jobs involving education. I was a peer college tutor, supplemental instruction leader, teaching assistant, and most recently a full time tutor at City on a Hill Public Charter School. I love seeing students grow in confidence as readers and writers. My main expertise as a tutor is in literature, writing, and English in general. I am very passionate about education and hope that helping others to learn and...

...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 and tell me of their improved grades. I tutor because I believe every student...

...worked for companies such as Society for American Baseball Research (SABR), NBC Universal, and Red Wagon Entertainment. Recently, an essay I wrote was featured in the textbook Writing: Ten Core Concepts by Robert Yagelski (2014) as an example of exemplary student prose. In my free time, I enjoy reading, following baseball, and watching movies. I have a passion for learning as well as a fervent desire to help others succeed. In particular, I love the...

...I have worked as a tutor and college applications consultant throughout high school and college, both as a freelancer and as a senior consultant for CollegeVine. I tutor a broad range of subjects, but I am most passionate about those closely related to my majors. In my experience, being a great tutor is not just about having a deep knowledge of the subject, but also about being able to inspire and motivate students; I hope...

...to learn and to communicate effectively on paper and in-person. During my years in education, I engaged with many students who struggled in reading and writing, and typically, these same students struggled in other subjects; in math they struggled to read word problems and in science they struggled to write their lab results. Working with these students gave me first-hand experience at how to help students strengthen their comprehension without hurting their confidence. Over time,...

...University. I have previous experience tutoring students in elementary, middle, high school and college. My focus is in English and voice. In English, I can help your students with reading comprehension, writing, grammar, literary analysis, and more! With voice, I can help with a variety of singing styles, such as musical theatre and pop, as well as overall healthy singing habits. I have a flexible tutoring schedule and would love the opportunity to work with...

...is to make learning fun for my tutees. I don't want tutoring sessions to be something they dread; I want them to look forward to our time together! From my past experience, I have noticed that tutees tend to become more engaged with their topic once they study something that interests them. Whether their interest is Greek mythology or baseball, I will find something to engage my students with, and I will encourage them to...

I am a teacher of writing and literature with two Masters from Salem State University, one in English and one in Teaching English. I currently teach high school English, although I am a former biopharmaceutical engineer. I love rhetoric, writing pedagogy, digital composition, and feminist critical theory. My favorite subjects to tutor are writing and English literature. When I'm not tutoring, I love camping, hiking, and horseback riding with my dogs.... My goal as an educator...

...high school subjects. I know most of the basic math that is taught before Calculus II like geometry, trigonometry, algebra, pre-calculus. I have been educated in all high school sciences like physics, chemistry, and biology. I have taken the SATs, ACTs, and know the challenges that come with preparing for it. Throughout high school, I have faced many challenges and obstacles and learned to navigate them the right way. I am determined to help you...

...and Latin School in Cambridge, MA. I loved working with my class and watching how much they learned and grew throughout the year. One of my students was even selected to participate in a national moot court competition, and I had the privilege of coaching him through the competition and watching him compete in Washington, D.C. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about history, government, political science, and law....

...During my final year at Tulane, I was hired as an Italian tutor where I worked with freshman and sophomore students. Since graduation, I have been working as an AmeriCorps member as a part of City Year, where I tutor 5th grade students who are especially behind in reading and math. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Italian, French, History, and Admissions Essays. My teaching philosophy is centered...

...full time teaching background, I have tutored students in a variety of subjects and settings, and I greatly enjoy the one-on-one atmosphere to give each student personalized attention and guidance. I have recently graduated from The Fletcher School at Tufts University with a Master of Arts in Law and Diplomacy degree, and I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Richmond, Virginia, with a double major in International Studies and History. While I have...

...always challenging for me. I had poor reading comprehension and I really struggled with math. No matter how hard I worked, sometimes the material just would not click. I worked with my teachers and tutors who helped me overcome many of my learning barriers. I have been tutoring students for 6+ years in all academic and organizational areas. I am patient, kind, understanding, and willing to take the time that each student needs to understand...

...writing, so I have a great love of words. I am particularly fond of Shakespeare (although there are a lot of students who don't agree with me!) but I also have experience reading other European and American literature. My history experiences covers Europe, America, and Latin America, although I have a special fondness for Tudor England (think Henry VIII and his wives), early American history, and classical cultures, like ancient Rome. I think that everybody...

I am currently a first year graduate student in the M.F.A Program for Creative Writing (specializing in Fiction) at Emerson College. Writing is my strong suit and has been a passion for a long time now. I have experience teaching Conversational English, Creative Writing, Composition Writing, and Elementary school math/reading. I work with all ages and believe in creating and hosting a safe, diverse, inclusive environment with all my students.

...AP tests and also tutoring my peers as treasurer of my school's National Honor Society, I hope to use my experience to benefit other students who are looking for academic help. Outside of school, I have done dance for 8 years. I also love running and hope to continue this at Notre Dame. I'm so excited to continue my education and keep learning, and I hope to help others explore as well!