Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Brookline, MA

...my experience, every student has the capacity to excel in any subject given the right method of approach. Any material can be captivating depending on its presentation and understanding its application to our daily lives and place in the world around us. I believe that successful tutoring happens when a dialogue takes place. I won't hold your hand through a problem, instead opting to ask pertinent questions which guide you in the right direction so...

...In addition to working in writing centers, I also have many years experience teaching writing in the classroom to students of all levels and backgrounds. Over my teaching career, I have held positions at highly selective private schools, public colleges and universities. I have also tutored high school students from public, charter, and private schools. I continue to engage my students to become stronger writers and strive to do their best work whether they are...

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).

...learning in general translates to a greater satisfaction gained from teaching, no matter the subject. In my spare time, I read, listen to a huge range of music, dance, and write and edit with a group of friends who are similarly passionate about the written word. I am also active in the figure skating world, competing with my synchronized skating team and traveling to competitions that I have been invited to officiate as a US...

...and editing. I was an intern at the White House Domestic Policy Council and at the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs. I now work as a policy analyst for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, where writing, researching, and teaching are my primary responsibilities. I love forming friendships, understand how daunting it can be to take on some of this material, and am on your side. My approach to tutoring is student centered. I believe each...

...when it comes to sports, arts, music, and nature. I am very artistic and in my honest opinion, we can't do life without these things. I love to have fun. I'm a very cheesy person and I am always smiling but I also know when it's time to joke and be serious. Kids love me, for this reason, I'm always stuck at certain schools for a long term instead of the given time when subbing....

...set style but rather one that changes to suit the student's needs. My interests outside of academia range among several different things. I enjoy playing video games, card games, board games, and table-top role-playing games. I helped organize the game-playing club at my university for three years. I also enjoy reading a good book. I read all kinds of genres of books. I love traveling and do so whenever I can. I enjoy watching all...

I am a creative, engaging and nurturing educator and leader, passionate about the arts, culture, and more.

...Engineering, Math, and Science - an afterschool program. I also served within the chemistry department as a student representative and general and organic chemistry teach assistant and tutor. Currently, I am a graduate student at Tufts University, where I am pursuing a PhD in Chemistry. My past teaching experiences have helped me develop a love for mentorship and science communication! Some coursework I am comfortable tutoring: ACT, chemistry, high school math, and IB courses/Diploma.

...have taught a variety of history courses in the past. Being an educator means that I am constantly reading and editing students work. I am constantly lesson planning and thinking about how I can improve upon my craft. I love what I do, and love seeing my students do well both in and outside the classroom. I currently hold a B.A in American Studies from Tufts University and M.ed History from Boston College.

Writer, philosopher, and strong believer in the power of critical thinking, my goal is to help students feel engaged and excited about materials they are working with. I did my undergraduate degree at the University of Richmond and I'm currently pursing an MA at Boston University in the School of Communication. I enjoy working with learners of all ages and backgrounds.

...empowered and safe to take on the sometimes difficult, yet often fulfilling and fun, challenge of learning new things. I practice a growth mindset philosophy, and I often say that it is okay to be wrong, it just means you haven't learned the material... yet. With patience and effective pedagogy, I strive to give my students confidence that they can learn anything they set their mind to. I take my students' desires, motivations, goals, and...

...I was in high school; first tutoring peers in math and science through National Honor Society, then providing more informal one-on-one help to fellow students at MIT. I've also worked extensively teaching swim lessons for the past five years, particularly to beginners. Both in and out of the pool, I believe that a good lesson is one where the student is doing the thinking. I teach interactively, asking questions, listening to students. explanations, and probing...

...by using the language conversationally. In addition to my experience teaching Latin, I have previously taught classes and tutored students individually for the ACT, SAT, and SSAT. I can teach all subjects on these tests, and I have developed my own materials that are based on previously released tests. I particularly enjoy helping students master these entrance exams and seeing them gain confidence as they realize that they can can succeed on the test.

I have a lot on energy when teaching/tutoring and believe that students learned best when they are actively engaged in what they are learning. I plan to create a fun online learning environment in which students are active participants. I worked for 5 years at Stoughton public schools in Massachusetts and have a Massachusetts state teaching license. Students will feel welcome and encouraged to participate and learn to the best of their ability.

...the privilege of creating and teaching a series of literature courses at a local community center. There are few experiences I find more enriching than facilitating a meaningful dialogue centered around great works of literature and art. While literature and art are my passion, I also tutor in variety of other subjects, including math, science, and test preparation. I currently work as a lead teacher in the after-school program at Archway Classical Academy in Phoenix.

...trauma, autism spectrum disorder, communication disorders and executive functioning delays. Favorite subjects include: elementary math (k-6), social studies, ELA and writing. Some fun facts about me include: * I am getting married in October to my wonderful fiance Harold * We have a 4 year old greyhound named Hector * I love Disney World * Travels include 20 states and 7 countries * Family: 5 half sisters; 1 brother; 30 nieces and nephews * I love...

...Sophomore at Harvard University studying Sociology and Education, originally from New York City. I've been preparing students for high school and college admissions for over 5 years now, and take an immense amount of pride and joy in my work of getting students to their goal institutions. Along the way, I've helped students improve their performance in a variety of core subject areas, along with boosting scores on the SAT and SHSAT, and college application...

...how important it is to tailor support to each student's needs. Whether working one-on-one or in small groups, I focused on identifying specific struggles and using tools like visuals, step-by-step breakdowns, and games to keep learning engaging and effective. My tutoring philosophy centers on breaking lessons into digestible chunks, checking for understanding, and encouraging students to explain concepts in their own words to deepen their comprehension. I enjoy tutoring a wide range of subjects including...

...a clinical research assistant. Throughout my education, a number of teachers have helped me to work toward my dream of attending medical school and becoming a pediatrician. I love tutoring because it is an opportunity to teach and inspire students, helping them to pursue their dreams as well. I have experience working with students of various ages in a wide range of subjects. I especially enjoy teaching biology, writing, and test preparation. My tutoring philosophy...