Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Providence, RI

...Sciences. However, I'm a stickler for proper grammar which is very suitable when it comes to helping students with their SAT prep or English studies. I am a firm proponent of education, knowing that it is vital for an improved quality of life. I try to impart this philosophy to all of my students while still maintaining a fun, positive environment for them to master the subject areas they are developing. In my spare time,...

My personal writing journey has been long and tedious, but well worth the struggle. Once I improved my writing, I gained more confidence in my academic work. My personal writing story is the reason I tutor students. I want to help students build their confidence and to help them become good writers.

...their best. As a teacher in the classroom, I'm dedicated to helping my students grow in their abilities, whatever it takes. Sometimes it isn't just about how I teach a concept to students-- it's about how I teach that one concept to that one student in particular. I find such an importance in individualizing instruction so that it is easy to understand and specific to student needs, and as a tutor, I hope to do...

Rick is a veteran journalist and teacher. He has been teaching SAT preparation since 2003, and is currently teaching English at high school in Massachusetts. He is licensed in Massachusetts to teach English and History at the middle- and high-school levels. Rick's chief teaching strengths are in writing mechanics and reading comprehension. He is also highly knowledgeable of American history, government, politics, and civics.

...create a constructive, collaborative learning environment. Remaining flexible and adapting different learning strategies based on the strengths of each student helps to ensure that each student’s goals will be achieved. My personal interests include history, geography, playing hockey and golf, and travel. I was a member of a pirate-themed a cappella group while in college so singing and learning sea-shanties also holds a special place in my heart. I live in the wonderful little city...

...instructor providing answers to the student, guided exploration should drive study. When learning or reviewing content, the tutor and student should work through the information together, as opposed to the tutor just verbally transferring knowledge. I enjoy several other hobbies aside from teaching, including producing music and theater, reading, writing, playing video games and watching movies! I currently work as a composer and audio engineer for Games+Learning Society, a non-profit studio that makes educational video...

...be engrossed in the learning. Before teaching I studied History and Anthropology at Columbia University where I also served as a tutor for four years. I have spent the last three years as a reading teacher, leading my students to the top scores in Oklahoma City and the top 5 scores for reading growth in the Kipp Charter School Network. I have received teacher training with Kipp, Teach for America, Skillful Teacher specifically centered on...

...and writers the most. In writing centers, I also had opportunities to assist students with academic writing from different disciplines such as economics, nursing, business, social work, and technology. I have expertise in research writing and APA and MLA documentation styles. 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...

...reading science fiction, realistic fiction, fantasy, and nonfiction. I tutor SAT math and critical reading, Prealgebra, Algebra I & II, Trigonometry, Calculus AB and Calculus BC, as well as Chemistry, Biology and Physics. In my approach, I ensure that students understand the logical basis behind each concept, by teaching students to understand why a concept or problem solving method works the way it does, not just how to memorize what steps to take to arrive...

Hi! I'm Rosalind, a recent graduate of Wellesley College. I majored in chemistry and history, and I can't wait to tutor! I want to help others learn and excel in their studies, particularly in the sciences.

Hi! My name is Chelsea Colbath. I'm a lifelong learner and lover of history. I have been a middle school teacher for 6 years, and am passionate about helping students of any age and ability level reach their full potential! When I'm not in my classroom I'm either in my kitchen baking or out hiking across New England.

"If you think you can or you think you can't, you are right." -Henry Ford.

...a teaching assistant to the philosophy department, I tutored and graded students on their essay writing. I also have first hand experience with effective test prep regimens for the iBT TOEFL and GRE Verbal Reasoning. My TOEFL score is 117 out of 120 and GRE Verbal Reasoning score is 168 out of 170, placing me in the 99th percentile of test takers. I truly believe that students deserve good tutors so I strive to help...

...native English speakers. These experiences, as well as my MD/PhD training, have given me a strong foundation in tutoring individuals of diverse background in the sciences, particularly biology, history, and English language, composition, and literature. As a teacher, I focus on honing in on to each student's learning style and the key challenges they face in the given subject area. Then, I apply this knowledge to personalize their coursework accordingly, so that we can work...

...also in their combined eight year baccalaureate/MD program (PLME). As a PLME, I take all of the typical pre-med classes, with a renewed focus on the humanities as well, which entails classes in English, the social sciences and so forth. Although I have taken a wide variety of classes, I am most passionate about biology, especially those which relate to the human body. I find it incredibly interesting that so many things are happening in...

...child who struggled themselves and wanting to see those children who need a little more support start to flourish. I tutor in the basic subjects for elementary students (math, reading, and writing.) I am very passionate about my college level studies in child development and psychology. An education is something all students deserve to have access to and even more importantly, the correct supports to be able to fully access the materials. In my free...

...My background includes a variety of experiences that have uniquely prepared me for working with students from around the globe. Some of these include: Spending 2 years studying at a university in Tokyo, Japan as well as working there as an English language teacher. Working as a tour guide and English language instructor in Rome, Italy. I grew up in Springfield, MA and earned a B.A in Japanese Language and Literature from the University of...

...college students. I have tutored students in English, Political Science, US Government and History, Geography, SAT prep, and Italian. I can speak both English and Italian fluently and have limited proficiency in Mandarin. Currently, I work at the UCLA Undergraduate Writing Center, where I help my peers improve their writing skills by assisting them with their essays, research assignments, and personal statements. Given my passion for writing and clear-cut arguments, I hope to attend law...

...am pursuing my PhD in history, and I want to be an early North American historian. My thesis studied pregnant women convicted of witchcraft in Salem in 1692. I am currently waiting to hear back from programs, and my top choice is William and Mary. I have been accepted to the University of Maryland at College Park. I love working with children of all ages, and learning from them as they learn from me.... I believe...

...students understand what is important to succeed on their tests. My non-academic interests are all various forms of gaming. I have been a competitive Magic: the Gathering player for over 13 years. Otherwise I play many video games mostly older series: Touhou, Guitar Hero, and n64 speedruns. My current focus is on danmaku games, and I am currently working on programming my own game in that genre; I someday hope to be a full time...