Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Peabody, MA

...just haven't found the right books, genres, or authors, and once they do, they realize they love reading. Reading is an extraordinary way to effortlessly improve vocabulary, grammar, and overall knowledge of history, current events, etc. Similarly, I've worked with so many students who think they just aren't good at writing, or they hate writing. Sometimes this is because they see themselves as "math thinkers" and sometimes it's because they've suffered through too many writing...

I am a recent graduate from Connecticut College with a Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry and a minor in Chinese. I am currently working as a lab technician at Dana- Farber Cancer Institute. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about encouraging the next generation of scientists and helping people of all ages learn English. I have a strong background in math and science as well as reading and writing...

...at the Boston Latin School, Boston Latin Academy, and Boston University Academy. I believe adapting to the individual students' personalities and learning style. Presenting topics in a personal and engaging manner is of utmost importance in tutoring. In addition to teaching, I enjoy playing tennis, table tennis, a variety of other sports, hiking, camping, reading, and exploring museums and art galleries. For more information about my career, visit my website at davidmonroestevens.com.... I strive to adapt...

...have a blast while they learn. I'm a junior Journalism student at Emerson College and an editor for the college's newspaper. I've been a finalist in several essay contests including the Gerald R. Ford. Museum Essay Challenge. Besides writing and reading daily, I've played violin for six years and appeared in musicals for five. Whether it be polishing an essay or developing your vocabulary, I'll do everything I can to help a student's story shine.

Currently I am a student at Stony Brook university who is planning on going into Computer Science. I am very excited as a new tutor to be able to teach computer science and hope to be able to tutor many people to my best abilities.

...I also love to meet new people and find that working with others and teaching to be a very fulfilling job. I have experience tutoring high school students in Math, English, and Science from weekly sessions that I organized in the Peace Corps, and tutoring college students as a teacher's assistant for Genetics during my undergraduate degree. I love to work with students to help expand their knowledge and assist them to maximize their full...

As a graduate student at Boston College, I believe that education can open new opportunities throughout life. With two years of volunteer tutoring experience, with both 4th and 8th graders, I believe in making learning fun, relevant and interactive. Every single student learns differently and it is vital to learn how each student learns in order to aid them in succeeding.

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...

...firmly believe that he/she can do anything, simply because it's true. Through their education they may do anything in the world, they need only to try hard enough. I don't want students to give up on their education or even themselves because "it's too hard" or they "hate it." I want students to love learning, to realize its power and their own potential, to learn even if they dislike the subject, to take everything the...

...years, and SAT prep classes for four years, both remote and in-person. I adopted my daughter from Ethiopia when she was 7 years old, and she spoke no English. To prepare her for first grade, I taught her to read using a Phonics curriculum, and she was able to read whole paragraphs in English within just a few months. I love working with students of all ages and abilities and will do my utmost to...

Hi! I'm James, I graduated from a small college preparatory school in Connecticut as a member of the class of 2017, and am entering my freshman year at Northeastern University. I love to read and write, interests that have honed my writing skills and earned me places on the editing staffs of my high school newspaper and literary magazine. I hope that I can use my love of writing to help you in your own...

I have 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...

...I also love teaching writing. I have worked for three years in writing intensive courses at the undergraduate and graduate level, and have also helped lead writing workshops for middle and high school students. I enjoy working with students from a wide variety of age levels and educational backgrounds. While the rules governing grammar, usage, and essay construction may appear challenging for many, I believe that, with effort and guidance, anyone can learn to write...

...past three years pursuing a career in education. I am a licensed teacher, with certifications to teach history, math and science. I have experience teaching U.S. history to high school students. I have also worked with middle school aged children including running a MCAS math boot camp. I am ready to help students of all abilities whether it be a student looking to get ahead by prepping for an upcoming test, or a student looking...

...students while working alongside a partner teacher to give students the resources and tools they need to succeed. City Year works in English and Math classrooms and I have the pleasure of serving in an two adaptive math classrooms. While I'm open to tutor English and History and/or Social Studies, I am most passionate about Math. In my experience, helping struggling students think logically and developing procedural fluency, conceptual understanding, and productive disposition, we always...

I am a middle school special education teacher, who has also taught middle school ELA, ESL in a summer program to teenagers, private ESL lessons, and at a home for students with behavioral and emotional issues. I strive to create engaging and challenging lessons to help students improve their skills and become more prepared for college and career success!... As a teacher, I believe it is my responsibility to make sure that every child who I...

I am a working professional with over ten years of experience in higher education administration. I have a Bachelors Degree in Rehabilitation Services & Masters in Educational Policy & Leadership. My passion for helping others through education is what inspired me to become a Varsity Tutor. I am hoping to work with students of all ages in a variety of topics.

...on the subject there are several approaches to teaching, or tutoring, that I think are appropriate. Since each student is different it is important to find the best ways in which he/she can recall, understand, and relate various subject materials. Ultimately though, whether a student is an auditory, visual, kinetic, spacial, etc.. learner, I find the best approach is to help students learn how to identify a range of ways to ask questions regarding any...

...variety of history and English courses. As an avid reader, especially of 19th century English/French novels, I am passionate about linguistics, which makes me enjoy teaching grammar and vocabulary in both languages. I strongly believe that the best educators provide their students the best tools and nudge them in the right direction, yet encourage them to do the dirty work themselves. Reaching concept mastery is incredibly rewarding, so ensuring that my students get there is...

...in other academic subjects. I bring a compassionate and collaborative approach to teaching. I strongly believe that a tutor must treat his or her student as a teammate and not as someone who merely needs instruction. The goal of any tutoring session should be to bring out and foster a student's own capacity to understand and excel in a given field, which begins with respect. I am currently pursuing a graduate study in biology- where...