Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Waltham, MA

...current undergraduate student at Brandeis University. I am working towards a Bachelor of Arts in both Chemical Biology and Hispanic Studies. I took the International Baccalaureate program in high school and received the IB Diploma. I have been a tutor for the past two years and have enjoyed every minute of it. I've worked with students ranging from second grade through high school. I'm passionate about learning and am a firm believer that learning should...

...from all aspects of biology to chemistry and even theoretical physics and cosmology. I've also always been fascinated in history, from ancient civilizations to European history through modern day U.S. History. I've tutored students across a range of ages and experience. I've mentored several local high school students in their science projects, two of which went on to win awards at the regional competition. I mentored a group of first-year graduate students in the UMass...

I would love to teach elementary school and middle school students in my areas of interest. They are: Nutrition, cooking skills, math, the biological sciences, reading, and writing. I currently produce a podcast called "healing outside the box", which deals with issues of food safety and sustainability, as well as nutrition. I enjoy discussing these topics. I also encourage students to ask about basic anatomy and nutrition-related chronic illnesses.

...both the SAT test, and the GRE, so can assist anyone from high school students to potential graduate students. My overall SAT score was in the 95th percentile, including 98th percentile for reading and writing and 90th percentile for math. GRE does not publish combined score percentiles, but my Analytical Writing was in the 98th percentile, Verbal in the 93rd percentile, and Quantitative in the 83rd percentile. For any AP test takers, in addition to...

...graduate of Oberlin College and Wesleyan University and I am currently a PhD student at Harvard University. I received my BA in English, my BM in Jazz Studies, and my MA in Ethnomusicology. My PhD research is in West African music. I have many years of experience as a tutor, beginning as a writing tutor for a college writing center, then giving private music lessons, and working as a teaching assistant for undergraduate students in...

...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 make...

...English, Mandarin Chinese, Art History, and World History. My favorite areas are writing and Mandarin subjects, where I've witnessed transformative breakthroughs. Writing allows students to articulate their voices, while Mandarin opens doors to cultural understanding, a skill I have been honored for through an award for academic excellence in the study of the language. My teaching philosophy centers on empathy and customization. I believe in meeting students where they are, identifying their unique strengths, and...

...understanding if you don't understand Algebra 2, then you can't learn Calculus. Similarly, if you never learned about the Revolutionary War and the creation of the Constitution, then you can't properly learn about US Politics and Government. Additionally, I believe that a quality education is the key to not only a successful but a fulfilling and happy life. I am an avid politico and am currently working at a government affairs firm in downtown Washington,...

...School of Business very soon. I tutor primarily writing, reading, and a variety of other subjects as needed. As a tutor, I am laid back but ask my students to challenge themselves. I want learning to become part of everyday life, not an obligation. Tutoring writing, in particular, allows me to really see the whole process of thinking for a student. From the formulation of an idea, to finding a voice, to going through the...

...teaching Advanced Placement courses in United States History, American Government & Politics, Psychology, and Macroeconomics for over 20 years. I am experienced AP reader for the college board and have read, graded, and scored exams for College Board for over 20 years. My undergraduate degree is in Political Science from Bucknell University. My graduate degree in United States History & American Government is from Ashland University. I also have an Masters in Education from West...

...name is Craig Dutra. I currently teach 5th grade in Massachusetts. This upcoming school year will be my 4th year teaching 5th grade at my current school. Before teaching 5th grade, I taught 4th grade for two years in a different school district. I have been working in education; teaching, substitute teaching, and working as a paraprofessional for seven years now. I have experience working with a wide range of students; students on IEPs, students...

...honors and a Pennsylvania certification to teach social studies in grades 4 to 8. My teaching is centered around creating connections between content and themes, as well as connections to the students' personal lives, current events, and other content knowledge or media. Learning, especially learning social studies, is most accessible to the student when it becomes relevant. I will work with you to find a door into whatever you are learning - whether it is...

I am a licensed attorney in the Boston area with a proven track record of academic and professional success. But law is not my only passion, I have also always had a passion for teaching. I am dedicated to helping every student achieve their full academic potential. I recognize that not every student learns in the same way, and I will adapt my teaching style to the particular needs of every student. ... My teaching philosophy...

...I am a graduate of Spelman College where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and International Relations. Upon graduating from Spelman, I obtained a Masters of Education from Lesley University in Cambridge, MA. Literacy (English Language Arts) and Foreign Languages are my passions. I am bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish fluently! As a world traveller, this skill has been extremely useful, especially for my regular travels to Spain, Cuba, and other Spanish-speaking...

...graduate student at the Harvard School of Public Health living, working, and studying in Boston, MA. I have a passion for people and for learning. Specifically, I have studied Spanish for ten years, and graduated from Bucknell University with a degree in Spanish in 2014. I have served as a teaching assistant for a class of ESL kindergarteners and have lived abroad in Costa Rica and Mexico. I am comfortable with students of all ages...

...languages since I was 12 years old. In school I took Spanish, French, Italian and Latin. In college, I had two majors: Public Health and Spanish/Latin American Studies. I work in education, and tutor people of all ages, because I believe wholeheartedly that "education is the key to solving most of the world's problems." I have experience working professionally with all ages and may assist someone in completing their Spanish assignments, test preparation, or in...

...History enthusiast with a side hobby of Science! I earned a BA in History at Gettysburg College - yes, that Gettysburg, the one in PA - and have since worked or volunteered in several historic museums. My short list would be the USS Constitution Museum, the Eisenhower National Historic Site, and the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum in DC. My longest museum stint, though, was at the Maryland Science Center in Baltimore MD - almost...

...Vishnu, and I am attending Yale University to pursue a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science. 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...

...in April. I have 14 years of teaching experience. I graduated magna cum laude from Framingham State College with a Bachelor of Arts in History. I also studied education. I have a Juris Doctor from Suffolk University. I graduated at the top of my class in law school. I have 2 ESL certificates: a 120 hour TESOL certificate, and a 120 hour TEFL certificate. I have 14 years of experience teaching English and Reading. I...

...the goal of education is to spark the curious nature of students, so that students are interested in exploring and learning more. The role of the teacher is to foster this curiosity and interest in learning and to guide students by clearly explaining difficult concepts. I have many years of experience tutoring students of all ages. Most recently, I worked as a teacher and tutor in Madrid, Spain, where I taught English as a Foreign...