Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Newton, MA

...I hold an MA in Art History from Tufts University, where I worked as Head Teaching Assistant for the introductory Art History courses. I also have 3+ years of experience working as a museum educator in New York City and elsewhere. I live in Providence, RI with a sweet tan dog named Nelly. In my spare time I like to bake, ride on the local bike paths, and relax with reality TV shows.... By asking questions...

...been working with college and high school students for over 15 years in courses and programs at Harvard University (where I've taught writing for 8 years), Emerson College, Duke University (where I got my PhD), and Carleton College (where I did my undergrad). My favorite subjects are writing, government/politics, history, literature, and philosophy. I also enjoy advising students on college applications and admissions essay. I believe that dedicated students of all levels and backgrounds can...

...passionate about English, Literature, and History. Despite only being in this role for a couple of years, I've received tons of positive comments from my students. I've collected and held onto the various notes and letters of thank-you's, some claiming that I am why they passed their classes. Succeeding in this task is so much more than understanding the material and getting answers correct. Instead, I aspire to help students grow into great learners. With...

...I am passionate about assisting others in learning programming, math, and test prep. I am hoping to help students reach their academic potential through immersing them in subject content, providing them with analytical skills, and applying concepts to the real-world. I hope to see my students build strong analytical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and collaboration skills. I have worked as a teaching assistance at KTBYTE, teaching students the fundamentals of computer science in Java via...

...have experience working with a variety of students in multiple subjects, ranging from English and History papers at Connecticut College to Nautical and Marine Science papers at the Coast Guard Academy. As a writing tutor, I strive to create a comfortable and stress-free environment in which a student can explore and develop their topic. After graduating from Connecticut College, I pursued a Fulbright Scholarship, and I spent the 2012-2013 academic year in Germany teaching English...

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.

...currently an Undergrad Junior at the University of Massachusetts, Boston, majoring in World History. Worship Leader at local Church (Mount Hope) in Belmont, MA. Before coming to the United States in 2012, I studied in Singapore and I always have a passion to teach and watch new generations grow from their own homes and into the society which they will have an impact towards in the future. Check out my soundcloud account here! https://soundcloud.com/lo-ting-him

...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 my siblings with their...

...a tutor for Varsity because I love being able to guide students towards success. Education is the cornerstone of our nation and our future, and if students are struggling, they absolutely deserve the help that a tutor can give them. I do not believe in teaching directly towards standardized tests; rather, I believe in giving students abilities that they can use not only to get high scores, but to help them develop stronger, more well-rounded...

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...the undergraduate and graduate level in Boston. Prior to becoming a full time professor I held senior management roles in the technology and insurance industries. Im a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) and a CPCU. I enjoy working with students at all levels to help each understand concept, practice the principles, and understand why the topic is important. Happy to meet in person or online. During my downtime I enjoy sports, traveling, writing, and spending time...

...student?" He gathers as much information about his students' learning styles as possible in order to plan the best path forward. Spontaneity and humor are also tools in his teaching repertoire. "Humor is essential for helping people overcome obstacles, in learning and in life," he says. While in college, Mark taught at a private learning center for children who struggle with learning differences. He also nurtured his love of film, music, and sports. Self-Bio: Graduated...

...This work has been with adult learners, but when I worked in a high school, I also worked with high school students to support them with their English for writing and for math. When I am not tutoring, I love travel, especially to see family in CA and PA, but pretty much anywhere. I've been very fortunate to have traveled most of the continents and have met great people as I've traveled. My other interests...

I believe that long term learning can be achieved by leveraging personal associations with learning key concepts/data points focused on time and place. By committing these time/place concepts/data to long term memory, we create a context (framework) upon which new concepts/data can more easily and efficiently be integrate and retained.

...may need. I will help students overcome academic frustration and develop study strategies and organizational practices that will allow them to stay on top of their work and become more confident in the classroom. *At this time, I am primarily looking to do remote college essay editing and Common App review. I have experience guiding rising seniors through the essay process - from brainstorming an initial idea to fine-tuning grammar - and will help students...

Hello there! I am a current (though almost graduated) student in Chemical Engineering at Georgia Tech. I absolutely love teaching and tutoring, and I have 3 years experience tutoring and just over a year's experience in being a teacher's assistant. I am passionate about math and science, and I love helping people understand new material. Learning is something I have always loved, and I want to share that passion with others.

...an undergraduate at Northeastern University, working towards a degree in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics with a double major in Environmental Science. I am also pursuing a minor in Mathematics. I have been tutoring students of all ages for two years at a tutoring center in my hometown, Cheshire, CT. Tutoring is, and has been, a huge part of my life. I love the process of helping students work towards deeper understandings of complicated concepts.

...is best for the client! I am fun and energetic to keep our sessions engaging while still keeping learning at the forefront. My main focus with Varsity Tutors has been SAT prep for students across the country. I have had over 100+ student for both individual and group sessions. I have also proctored multiple the SAT in-person and online. Please let me know if you have any questions! I am always open to feedback!

...and sustainable technologies. I pride myself on being a friendly and charismatic person, with the ability to make people comfortable around me and also understand the importance of what I am communicating. I am thorough and meticulous in my method of tutoring, and I try to make sure my student fully comprehends the scope of what they're learning. Aside from that, I enjoy meeting people, drawing and going to art shows, experimenting with circuits, playing...

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