Award-Winning Summer Tutors serving Newton, MA

...to eventually become a Pediatric Dermatologist! Although I grew up in Illinois, I have spent the majority of the last 6 years in Boston so I feel like it's a second home. My tutoring specialties are in SAT and ACT Test Prep, Algebra, most Science courses and Writing (especially college admissions essays! I served as an Undergraduate Writing Fellow in college and lead tutoring courses in Psychiatry during medical school. Outside of tutoring, I love...

...After studying and graduating with a B.S. in Elementary and Special Education, I am now on the other side of things, with a great realization of just how much is being asked of students. With high-stakes testing, high standards of expectations, and sometimes large class sizes, it's no wonder some students find themselves missing bits and pieces of information that they need to do their best. As a teacher in the classroom, I'm dedicated to...

Writing teacher; former middle school science teacher of 4 years; long-time tutor... I like to help students find ways to build skills and knowledge, while also increasing independence and confidence.... Get to know him/her and find out what their current knowledge and skills are.... By teaching and modeling strategies that are universal across all subjects, such as organization and study methods.... I would help him/her internalize the concept of a growth mindset. To stay motivated, he...

...on student production, and making meaningful language in context instead of memorizing. I find applying this framework is useful for teaching and tutoring both Spanish and English. I gained fluency in Spanish during my semester studying at a university in Chile, and have taught Spanish to elementary students and I tutored college students. I have worked with both children and adults learning English too. In my free time I study American Sign Language, go running,...

...and psychology, but I believe that a well-rounded education is incredibly important and that any subject can be made applicable to any interest. A fair combination of hard work and fun is my standard for life and for teaching. I like to help students use their strengths to help balance and improve weaknesses. As a previously anxious test-taker myself, I know firsthand how challenging standardized testing can be, but I can share valuable strategies to...

...Boston and this is where I call home. I have been teaching for 11 years now and I have extensive tutoring experience. I received my Master's Degree in 2012 from American International College and I am MA State certified in Moderate Special Needs, English and History. I received my BA in Liberal Studies from Westfield State University in 1997 and my 2nd BA in Philosophy from D'Youville College in 2003. As a Special Needs Teacher...

...MBA student at Harvard Business School, having previously graduated from Rice University with a BS in Bioengineering. My work experience is in health care strategy and management consulting. I have experience working with elementary, middle, and high school students in subjects including algebra, geometry, calculus, physics, biology, chemistry, English, SAT, ACT, and GMAT preparation. I truly enjoy working closely with students on homework assignments and preparing for exams. I build close relationships with students and...

...my spare time I hang out with my two cats Bella and Luca and enjoy exploring the city of Boston. In Chicago I went on a quest to find the best "Chicago style hot dog" and ate more than anyone should in their lifetime. I can tell you all about how I waited in line for five hours at one place... I like to make learning fun, and I hope you want to do the...

...educator from Massachusetts. She graduated from Smith College in 2009. Since then, She has worked in a variety of positions ranging from teaching photography to high-risk youth, to developing technology workshops for blind and deaf customers at Apple, to working for higher education institutions, such as Harvard University. This summer she moved from Los Angeles back to the Boston area to pursue her Master's in Technology, Innovation, and Education at Harvard University. In addition to...

...to pursue my educational and personal goals while at Brown. Although I am most experienced in the maths and sciences, I also love teaching English subjects as well as social sciences. I also value community involvement and have a love for the arts. I have danced for more than 15 years, on company teams and for benefit events in several communities. I also really enjoying figure skating, swimming, and participating in robotics programs and other...

...admired and used as models for my own behavior. One of my proudest moments was working as an undergraduate instructor as part of my doctoral program at Northeastern University. Walking in the classroom and getting to stand at the front of the classroom for the first time, completing my journey from one side of the classroom to the other, I could not have been happier I bring the same passion and enthusiasm to tutoring that...

...in the areas of writing, history, math, english, essays, study skills, SAT prep, and more. As a teacher I really strive to understand where each student is coming from in his or her path toward learning. I like to look at the overall program of study, and work to incorporate a student's strengths into some of the areas they are currently working on to improve. By looking at all the skills a student has I...

...Cases of Tunisia and Egypt". Prior to this I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Communication and History with Magna Cum Laude and Dean's List First honors, also from Boston College. Beyond this I have done certificate coursework at the National University of Singapore in Game Theory, Cambridge University (UK) in ancient empires and politics, Venice International University in globalization and its effects on the modern world, international business, social sustainability, & modern US, EU, and...

...last year with a B.S. in psychology. As a student I worked as an undergraduate research assistant in a cognitive neuroscience lab, studied in Paris, debated with the Yale Political Union, and took part in numerous off-campus mentoring and counseling activities. In many ways I am still a student, always trying to grow as a person and in my profession. My favorite subject to teach is math, because there are often many different ways to...

...in the State of Massachusetts, 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...

...subjects, particularly in Math and the Sciences, for over 9 years. I have completed my applications for Dental School for the Fall of 2014, and am working in the Boston area for the time being. My knowledge in Science, Mathematics, Organization, Communication and other skills provide a comprehensive tutoring package for a variety of clients. I am a capable and committed tutor, and I look forward to meeting new clients and helping in any way...

I have been a business professor and a business tutor for over 10 years. My aim is to discern the individual learning styles of my students and to work with each of them in a manner that addresses his/her individual style. My greatest joy in tutoring is seeing the sparkle in a student's eyes when he/she understands a concept and is able to explain and it back to me.

...a variety of subjects, but I especially enjoy English, Literature, and SAT verbal. Having published papers and presented at academic conferences, I am eager to share my expertise with academic writing. Beyond fixing grammar and punctuation, I love to help students improve the quality of their analysis, structure and sense of their arguments, and transitions between ideas. I believe that writing skills are crucial, not only for test prep and college admissions, but for finding...

...philosophy and English and graduated summa cum laude. I was president of an organization that taught weekly spoken word poetry workshops, which improved students writing and public speaking abilities, and I also tutored ESL students at a high school. Pedagogically, I incorporate my experiences as a student into my teaching curriculum, ensuring my students know why they are doing a certain task rather than merely what they are doing. You are not only finding an...

...as well as test prep for the SAT Verbal, Critical Reading, and Writing, as well as the ACT English, Reading, and Writing. I have experience working with ESL students of all levels, and am working on my TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) Certification this summer. I love tutoring students in reading and literature; learning how to analyze literary works reveals so much more depth and makes reading such a rewarding experience. I also...