Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Lowell, MA

Hello, My name is Rebecca, but I prefer to go by "Becky." I am a recent graduate of Assumption College in Worcester, Massachusetts. Over the past 5 years, I have tutored over 1,000 students in about 40 subject areas! I look forward to hearing from you!

I'm a retired physician, who rediscovered his love for teaching as a volunteer tutor for Boston's Partners in Education. I have been a volunteer tutor for high school kids at Artists for Humanity for the past 3 years. I have many years of experience teaching in Medical Continuing Education. I am semi-retired, like teaching and kids. I enjoy working with students on a one-on-one basis, and am patient and thorough in my approach.

...attention. If I had to select an area of inquiry that is the most exciting it would be where the Humanities and Natural Sciences merge. I am thrilled to be constantly adding interdisciplinary approaches to my toolkit whether the discipline is history, literature, ethics, biology, pathology, technology, archaeology, or anthropology. The last two semesters I have functioned in the role of a Teaching Assistant for an introduction course to pathophysiology at the University of Texas...

As a teacher of History, English and related humanities I have ten years of classroom experience both in the US and in China. I know how to prepare lessons that meet clients needs and get concrete results.

...education, I bring a wealth of knowledge and practical expertise to my students. My journey includes mentoring students from K-12 through undergraduate levels, guiding them in subjects like Biology, Chemistry, Math, and Marine Science. As an experienced researcher, I have worked on diverse projects, including water quality assessment, dolphin behavior analysis, and microplastics' impact on marine ecosystems. These experiences allow me to enrich my tutoring sessions with real-world applications, fostering curiosity and critical thinking. In...

...I have always been passionate about educating others. My favorite part of teaching is when the student has the "lightbulb moment," when you can see they truly understand what you are trying to teach them! My specialty subjects are in the humanities but I do have a background in the math and sciences. I enjoy being active and busy in my everyday life and I am a forever learner and an avid reader.

...NYU in Religious Studies. As a teaching assistant, I had the opportunity to talk to students about their papers and exams, and I discovered that I had a knack for getting people to relax and get into a subject, possibly because I love to tell corny jokes. While earning my PhD at Columbia University, I continued teaching, but I missed the more intimate setting of the small groups and office hours of NYU. I am...

...and have enjoyed it immensely. I've worked with students of all ages and from all over the world and, in all honesty, I can say that my students have been very pleased with my style of teaching as well as the personal interactions I have had with them. In addition to teaching, I have been a political activist and writer for most of my adult life. My wife and I are the proud parents of...

I believe in learning and helping. Everyone has the ability to learn it just takes confidence and determination.... Everyone can learn.... Get to know the type of student they are and their strongest areas.... By asking them questions and helping them to ask questions.... Positive reinforcement and compliments.

...and I'm here to help your child after the school bell rings, or anytime during the summer. In addition to a wide range of knowledge in history, civics, geography, and economics, I have the verbal and written language skills to improve any child's grade in English and Language Arts. I also have experience with younger children, as well as children with learning differences. As an instructor, I'm open, engaging, and friendly. However, I maintain an...

I have been teaching and tutoring for nearly a decade. I love learning; I try to impart this passion to my students.

...athletics department. I tutor many subjects, including math, science, and writing (my personal favorite). I have been on both sides of being a tutor and tutoring, so I feel I can help students achieve their goals and tap into their fullest potential. I cook, read, work out, or explore my city's art scene during my downtime. I can't wait to work with you and cheer you on as you accomplish your goals!

...a rising junior at the University of California, Los Angeles. I'm pursuing a double major in economics and geography, with a mathematics minor. I have tutoring experience as a volunteer with Girls Incorporated, and currently with the Los Angeles Unified School District. I'm excited to grow as a virtual mentor with Varsity Tutors, and hope to assist students in a variety of academic disciplines. My main areas of expertise include reading comprehension, writing mechanics, essay...

...have a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Michigan. Next year I'll begin working towards a Masters in Computer Engineering. I have experience tutoring my peers, both formally and informally, in high school and college in subjects ranging from CS to calculus to biology. I most enjoy teaching STEM subjects, as they were my favorite in school, but I just like tutoring as a whole. It's satisfying to see the moment...

Nelson Mandela writes, "Education is the most powerful weapon we can use to change the world". I wholeheartedly believe that. My passion for and conscientiousness in my academics has inspired my desire to be a tutor where I can hopefully help others and encourage them to embrace their education and the challenges that come with it, no matter how difficult they are.... I believe in guiding a student rather than simply telling them the answer. Questions...

...have lived in a variety of places, including Nashville, Northern California, London, and, most recently, New York. Due in part to my background in the performing arts, I am most excited about teaching literature, reading comprehension, and English. I also am passionate about helping students polish essays and language skills in preparation for the SAT and ACT. I am a big believer in the values of a strong education, and am committed to helping people...

...them through their virtual schooling. This included helping them with homework, answering questions, providing further prompts/assignments to understand the material at a conceptual level, and providing support and encouragement when they struggled. My teaching philosophy stems from my strong belief in the importance of social emotional learning. The first step in all of my teaching and tutoring experiences has been to establish trust and comfort with my student. I strive to create a learning environment...

...supported. As an afterschool counselor, I tutored 3rd to 5th graders primarily in math and learned 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...

I have taught English as a foreign language for 17 years. I tutor people in speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar and pronunciation. I also teach German, AP World History and literature. I look forward to working with you.

...Speaking. I tutor students in English, Creative Writing, Literature, History and Public Speaking. My favorite subject to tutor is Creative Writing, as it has been a passion of mine throughout my entire life. My approach to tutoring is to do it with all the seriousness and focus it requires, while always being sure to lighten it a bit with a sense of humor (I got my start as a comedy writer while at Columbia). I...