Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors serving Cambridge, MA

...physics. I had minors in mathematics and philosophy, and chose to pursue the honors program at Swarthmore, graduating with High Honors. I have experience tutoring students in high school, community college, and students attending Swarthmore. I most enjoy tutoring math and physics, since these are the subjects I love studying most on my own time. Explaining abstract ideas as a TA, as a volunteer in local schools, and as a frequent contributor to the student...

...Cooper grew up in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and lived there for his entire life before he moved to the United States for college. In school, Cooper particularly enjoys maths and economics. He loves to find fun and exciting ways to explain the material to himself and to his friends so that it is easy to remember and learn. In High School he spent a lot of time interacting with younger students by coaching their sports...

...me to work with English Language Learners but I have wide-ranging personal interests and the interdisciplinary degree I received at Baylor University has given me a great foundation for tutoring in a number of subjects. I'm excited about working on students of all ages and levels on reading, writing, literature, and Spanish. I also am interested in helping students develop the organizational habits and study skills essential to academic success. Finally, I love working with...

...Economics. I have experience tutoring both in person and online, with agencies and independently. I tutor standardized tests, English reading and writing, Spanish, and Latin, as well as my favorite subject to teach: math. I love teaching math because seemingly complicated problems can always be broken down into simpler steps, and it is rewarding to help students understand concepts that seem daunting to them at first. While tutoring math, it is very clear that each...

...French, history and even test prep. I love exploring new ideas, practicing languages, and learning about other times. Tutoring is not just a chance to catch up or review materials but also an opportunity for collaboration, participation and the development of ideas, knowledge and learning strategies. I like taking an interactive approach with students and making sure that everyone stays engaged and that students work through materials themselves. I have a BA in Literature (English...

...a senior at Harvard University studying government and economics. I'm very excited to be tutoring for Varsity Tutors because I received tutoring for standardized tests on the website when I was applying to colleges a few years ago, and I'm excited to continue the tradition of excellence and to help everyone do well and achieve what they are aiming to do! I am the oldest of four children so my tutoring experience started by helping...

...SAT Writing and Language can be a transformative experience. My background in neuroscience from Boston University equips me with unique insights into how students learn, and I strive to make challenging material approachable and engaging. Although I have experience tutoring for less than a year, I have already developed a student-centered approach that emphasizes comprehension over rote memorization. I enjoy breaking down concepts and guiding students to those illuminating moments of clarity. My goal is...

...Every individual deserves access and the opportunity to a good education. Having said that, educators are not always able to give each individual the attention he/she needs to cultivate his/her mind. The shortcomings of education systems aside, I as a tutor will be able to provide your child with the guidance required to make sure they are never at a disadvantage. I am an undergraduate student at Queens College, almost ready to graduate. I am...

...Writing. Within my major, I focused on Latin American literature and Spanish-English translation. After graduation, I spent a year in Phnom Penh, Cambodia as a teaching fellow with the Princeton in Asia organization. I taught ESL and Essay Writing to sixty Cambodian university students. On nights and weekends, I also tutored adult professionals in Business English and communication skills. While I enjoy tutoring a range of different subjects, including SAT Prep, I most enjoy teaching...

...student at George Washington University. As a student myself, I know we each face our own challenges and obstacles throughout our education. As a tutor, I work with each individual student to meet their needs and achieve their goals. I have plenty of skills and knowledge at your disposal, but my most important contribution as your tutor involves encouraging and empowering you to assert control over your own learning process. It's not my job to...

...received my Bachelor of Arts in Statistics. Since graduation, I have worked at hockey camps instructing young people on the ins and outs of the game. I am comfortable teaching all ages, but I specialize in SAT prep. I find teaching rewarding because I enjoy helping people reach their full potential. In my free time, I play hockey and am working on writing a screenplay. I also enjoy grilling and country music.... Personalization. Tailor each session...

...a psychology major. Before that, I studied at the International School of Beijing and Seoul Foreign School. I completed the IB diploma with higher level subjects: psychology, economics, language and literature and standard level subjects: chemistry, math, French. I have also taken the SAT exam along with two subject tests, Chinese and math. Other exams I have taken and would feel comfortable teaching are TOEFL and IELTS, as well as ABRSM piano and flute exams.

Hi there, I am currently a 2L at Harvard Law School. Before coming into law school, I invested tons of time preparing for the LSAT and know how helpful some outside guidance can be in the process. I am thrilled to pass along the strategies that I found most successful in preparing for and taking the exam and answer any other questions you may have about law school!

...I continued my studies, completing an M.A. in International Development in 2011. I spent my Junior year in Spain (Madrid and Seville) and have traveled to Nicaragua, Mexico, Spain and Panama in the past year. I am most skilled at tutoring students in Spanish, reading comprehension and vocabulary building. I have taught students of all ages through roles as an environmental educator and backpacking instructor in Worcester, MA and Lake Tahoe, NV. The most successful...

...School of Management. I attended undergrad at at Washington University in St. Louis and graduated Magna Cum Laude with my M.S. in Mechanical Engineering. After college, I moved to Houston, Texas to work for ExxonMobil at a refinery before returning to school for my MBA. I have always enjoyed tutoring, and tutored throughout high school and college. As a mechanical engineering major, I have a very strong background in math and sciences. I have experience...

...of my official classes. This taught me to get to know kids' learning styles and difficulties quickly. In my work as a chemistry teacher, chemistry TA, and math CA, I was required to both run study sessions and grade. This taught me to use assignments to assess students' progress as frequently as possible, note general issues and probable flawed methodolgies responsible for mistakes, and tailor my teaching to focus on areas of difficulty as they...

...an aptitude for reading and writing. I earned my bachelor's in engineering with a concentration in materials science. Afterwards, I moved to Sweden and completed a master's in sustainable technology. I lived in Stockholm for two years and worked on teams with students from all over the world. My thesis focused on energy efficiency in wastewater treatment systems. I believe in life-long learning and keeping a curious spirit. Having gone through the experience of AP...

...an obscure book for pleasure in a library corner, we are engaging with the words and ideas of others and measuring them for their value, use and relevance. Thinking is never done in total isolation anyway but rather is always a social exercise and activity. The best teaching and learning then, I think, allows us to consider knowledge, from the most practical to the most abstract, as both social exercise and activity. This means, as...

...occasional sessions before tests/quizzes, or any other combination of services. - Flexibility: I will make it my first priority to work around your schedule and be available when you need me. - Reliability: I will be prompt, organized, patient, kind, and dedicated, and will honor my commitment to helping my students succeed. I am happy to provide my resume as well as letters of recommendation from many excellent references upon request. In our first session,...

...Music Education. I spent the entire next academic year tutoring math full-time at Lawrence High School in Lawrence, MA, as part of Match Education's "Match Corps." I am currently pursuing graduate studies at Tufts University. In addition to tutoring (privately as well as with Match Corps), I have experience leading classrooms of elementary to high school aged students, in schools ranging from New Hampshire to Ghana. I love tutoring students in math, test preparation, and...