Award-Winning Test Prep Tutors serving Newton, MA

...and Panama in the past year. I am most skilled at tutoring students in Spanish, reading comprehension and vocabulary building. I have taught students of all ages through roles as an environmental educator and backpacking instructor in Worcester, MA and Lake Tahoe, NV. The most successful approach to learning is one that's hands-on and personal. Through activities, discussions and scenarios, we'll easily accelerate your learning pace, and ensure success towards your learning goals. Outside of...

I help student feel confident about reading and writing.

A hardworking and organized student and worker, who is eager to learn, teach, and contribute to the community.

...it is the way of breaking down concepts and integrating it into applicable situations. I want to not only help students learn their desired material, but also to internalize it. I was born in Tokyo, Japan and moved to Honolulu, Hawaii gaining a deep understanding of both cultures. I am bilingual and can read, write, and speak Japanese at high business level. Even now, I constantly study the language because of how complex it is....

...with a degree in neuroscience and I am currently pursuing a law degree at Boston University School of Law. I can tutor in many disciplines, but I most enjoy tutoring for standardized tests to prepare students to excel on the LSAT, GRE, and SAT. I am enthusiastic about helping students reach their goals, and I am confident that I can help anyone make a significant improvement in their scores by sharing the tips and tricks...

...Science, minoring in Economics. I was my class commencement speaker for my graduation from the Honors College and was named to the Order of the Pegasus Class of 2014, along with 19 of my peers (out of a total graduation class of more than 12,500). I took two years off between undergrad and law school to travel and teach. I have over seven years of tutoring experience in a broad range of subjects. I’m passionate...

Education: BA in Physics, MA in Education Growing up, I was always drawn to the world of science. The act of doing experiments and collecting data allowed me to investigate the world around me. My high school physics teacher eventually became a great source of enthusiasm by presenting the content in a way that felt relevant and alive. This lead me to study physics, and later teaching, to share that passion and enthusiasm with others.

I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies from University of California-Berkeley. I am currently studying television producing and management at Boston University. I took AP Chinese and the SAT Subject test in Chinese. I'm a native Mandarin speaker. Chinese isn't harder than other languages. I can help you with your pronunciation, business Chinese, conversation, any level. I love to teach Chinese. I'll make it easy.

I am a high school graduate currently taking a gap year before entering college at Stanford University. I am extremely passionate about strengthening students' writing skills. I believe that being able to articulate oneself in writing is critical no matter what path a student chooses. As a lifelong learner, I strive to inspire that same passion for education in my students and find what subjects excite them!

...taking courses in American Popular Music, Jazz Music Theory, and Jazz History. Over the past two years, I've developed a passion for helping students pursue writing and research topics that reflect their identities and personal histories. By framing education as a lens through which to perceive themselves, students have been infinitely more engaged. I'm most passionate in tutoring topics related to music history, but interestedly, I've come to deeply appreciate and value writing, research, and...

...my favorite subject to teach: math. I love teaching math because seemingly complicated problems can always be broken down into simpler steps, and it is rewarding to help students understand concepts that seem daunting to them at first. While tutoring math, it is very clear that each and every student has potential, and some use need guidance to discover what they are capable of. The best way to help someone learn is to show them...

...am studying Math. I have an extensive background taking math classes, and I also have past math tutoring experience in Geometry. I have lots of experience working with kids of all ages, coaching youth sports up to 8th grade and working with high school students as a retreat leader. I believe that I can bring a much more personal perspective to tutoring, having taken and been successful with the material very recently. I can relay...

I truly enjoy teaching and helping children reach their maximum potential in all subject areas. Learning should promote children's self-esteem and I always look to find ways to engage my students in order to inspire them to be life long learners. By differentiating my instruction, I am able to help students progress towards the standards in which they are working to achieve.

...and via a virtual classroom. I have a passion for tutoring English because I believe that English literacy is essential for succeeding in one's professional and personal life. I strive to help students develop confidence and independence in reading comprehension, vocabulary building, grammar, and writing skills. In addition to English, I am a jazz drummer and have experience in music, dance, acting, and visual arts. Utilizing my background in the arts, I design interactive discussions...

We all run code in our pockets every day, yet we still find it so hard to grasp. I'd love to share how I understand it with you.

...have been tutoring Biology, Chemistry, SAT's, SSAT's, ACT's and Algebra/Pre-calculus for the past three years. All of the students I have tutored have seen significant improvement in their grades and subject understanding as a result of our lessons. I believe that science is interesting and fun to learn. Sometimes, it is difficult for students to understand the relevance and importance of science in their lives and struggle with the material. As your tutor, I will help...

...Science. I have tutored students in various 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...

...graduating from Dickinson and matriculating at Longy, I worked in the Education department at Port Discovery Children's Museum in Baltimore, Maryland. There, I wrote and facilitated many programs for school and camp groups, birthday parties, Scout groups, and volitional guests. The programs' subject matter spanned all subjects from the Maryland State curriculum and Girl and Cub Scout badge requirements, from Pre-K through 5th grade. In addition, I have previous experience in educational outreach programming; camp...

...discovered a passion for teaching and currently work as an Instructor for Seven Hills Foundation. I have a straight-forward teaching philosophy which applies to each student as an individual learner. This helps to identify and clarify misunderstandings in the process rather than stumbling over information. I am able to teach in English and Writing, as well as across most maths and sciences, including Organic/Inorganic Chemistry, Biology, Statistics, Algebra, and Calculus. I strongly believe in lifelong...

...grades kindergarten through 12th grade in Boston Public schools. During this time I was also a private tutor for high school students and completed in-home one-on-one tutoring sessions in the sciences and mathematics. I have completed medical coursework in biochemistry, anatomy, and nutrition. I will be a great tutor from my in-depth understanding of the material and ability to educate students in middle school, high school and college I have also peer tutored chemistry and...