Award-Winning Tutors serving Holyoke, MA

...students so that they do not just feel like bullets on a list. In explaining the material, I try to break it down into smaller steps since humans are naturally more motivated to achieve goals that seem more manageable. I want every student to feel capable and to possess a growth mindset.

...Every student starts in a different place, works at a different pace, needs different things, and learns in different ways, and I work to meet each student where they are at. In addition to focusing on individual improvement, teaching group ensembles has allowed me to share with my students the importance of prioritizing community, teamwork,...

...topics regarding medicine (including MCAT) or medical terminology as well topics in chemistry (high school/intro college chemistry and organic chemistry), biology (high school/college), and statistics (AP statistics specificaly). I joined Varsity Tutors to give students an easy resource to access when they are struggling. I also can help students with writing assignments for ANY class as...

...help people communicate and find their voice. Understanding how to relay a message to a targeted audience is a an amazing skill to have in any job or industry. I have a passion for teaching students to be their own goal-setters and problem-solvers, that have a drive to tackle anything that life throws their way....

...Over the past 10 years, I have honed my tutoring skills, working with learners of all ages in various subjects. My approach is student-centered, focusing on creating personalized learning experiences that cater to the individual needs and learning styles of each student. I believe in making learning interactive and engaging, fostering a positive environment where...

I have been a college student for over 12 years and have a passion for learning and teaching alike. During my teachings assistanships I got very well along with the students and was pleased to find they appreciated my demeanor and efforts.

...tests. I lost count how many times I thought I was done with tests forever only to be faced with another one I had to pass. As a matter of fact, I have goals I'd like to achieve in the next few years that will require sitting for exams. But I believe the test writers...

...of 2019 in China teaching English. I did some tutoring on the Varsity Tutors platform in early 2019 and enjoyed it, and I currently have time to do so once again, so here I am! Things I like: music, drums, piano, unicycling, musical theater, fantasy books, video games, food, travelling, learning, and teaching!

Graduate (3.9 GPA) from the University of Connecticut in chemical engineering. Four years of tutoring experience. Seeking to help students, much like the tutors who helped me become accepted to an MD program at my top medical school choice.

...one-on-one and group tutoring sessions. This experience reaffirmed my passion for teaching and mentorship. I am currently serving as an AmeriCorps literacy coach at one of the public schools in Boston. I decided to volunteer as a literacy coach after learning about the disproportionate impact COVID-19 has had on the educational attainment of disadvantaged children....

...for being the most outstanding tutor on campus. I am comfortable tutoring most high-school subjects and especially proficient at standardized test prep. In my spare time, I'm on Dartmouth's club skiing and cycling teams. I enjoy cycling for long distances, and am most proud of riding across America during an incredible summer.

...and constructing essays especially when grammar needs strengthening! I have experience tutoring writing for 1 year prior to joining Varsity Tutors. When tutoring with me, I try to make you as comfortable as possible with any questions you may have! Working together with my clients to understand concepts is something I am very open-minded about...

...tutoring lessons by including problems with real-world applications where possible. And as a tutor, I am very hands-on, as I believe teaching is a dance in which communication from both sides is of utmost importance. I want my students to ask questions as I am a firm believer that there are no stupid questions. I...

I approach my students' tutoring sessions with a growth mindset. I deeply believe that any student can be successful given the right support.

...hockey team and tutored again, this time a graduate student who was studying American government. Both of these experiences taught me that the relationship between a teacher and student is one in which both learn from each other, and together they can achieve the goals that may be difficult for the student alone. Since then,...

...it the most. I recently graduated from High School and am currently on track to get my Mechanical Engineering degree from UConn. As my major implies, I love mathematics and science, as those have always been my strong points, and thus, I love to teach other people in these subjects. I am also particularly skilled...

...much of my attention into disability theory, and seek to integrate what I have learned into the way I approach teaching. I feel that this experience equips me to make accommodations for anyone with similar challenges, and to adaptively respond to the individual needs of students. I am fluent in Spanish and Farsi, and am...

My name is Sam Tillona, and I am a UMASS Amherst graduate with a degree in Biology. Science is a true passion of mine and I think it is exciting to help others understand how life works.

...strategies, and general science. My teaching philosophy is to simplify complex subjects in order to bring a wider more diverse range of students into scientific fields. I prioritize active learning strategies using practice problems. In my history of tutoring organic chemistry, a number of my students improved multiple letter grades and some even went on...

...from Smith College and am currently working towards a Master's in Teaching Leadership at Mount Holyoke College. I tutor history, social studies, and writing, with a particular love for U.S. History and Women's Studies, as I am deeply committed to exploring these subjects through an intersectional lens. My teaching philosophy centers on creating a supportive,...