Award-Winning Tutors serving Jamaica Plain, MA

...equipping students with the insight to think critically in a mathematical sense, the quantitative skills to apply that reasoning, and the curiosity to continually push their boundaries as learners. Originally from Green Bay, Wisconsin, I moved to the Boston area in 2014 to begin college at MIT. I am currently in the course of my...

...am a graduate of Wellesley College and the University of Virginia Darden School of Business. I currently work in strategy consulting and am passionate about mentorship and education. I have experience helping students of all ages achieve their goals, most recently as an instructor in the Darden Prison Reentry Program teaching Business Foundations and Financial...

...students in all subjects. I love tutoring art history and introducing students to a discipline that they may not be as familiar with, and also have a passion for American and European history. For me, making a real connection with a student is a crucial part of tutoring. I am incredibly personable, relaxed, and patient...

...apply to future problems and situations. While I believe that content-based learning is crucial, I also believe that learning the principle skillsets and analytical techniques fares much better in the long run. Hence, I will strive to both address content-level and application-based techniques to best help students.Moreover, I am a firm believer in active learningthis...

...ago, and in college, I taught it to other students as a teacher's assistant for 2 of those years. I've also done 1-on-1 tutoring teaching Blender. There's something rewarding about helping others learn and troubleshoot issues, and in return, learn more about them and gain a friendship. I hope to do that with those who...

...I went ahead to start teaching and ended up graduating with another Masters in Education from Relay Graduate School of Education. I am now teaching 7th grade math. As a teacher, I have learned that instilling the zeal of learning in children is a difficult task, but a road that is worthwhile. Getting scholars to...

...My approach involves making complex concepts accessible by adapting my teaching to individual learning styles. Through working with students of diverse skill levels, I've learned the importance of patience and adaptability. I prioritize not only technical skills but also ethics and responsible computing, instilling a sense of responsibility in my students. I eagerly anticipate the...

...stressful setting and get ahead in your classes. I work as a substitute teacher in a public school district, where I have the opportunity to teach students K-12. When I was a member of the National Honors Society in high school, I tutored my fellow peers in math, science, and English. I also worked as...

I am passionate about helping students learn about economics, math, history and anything else I can help with. I look forward to working with you!

...career. Students enjoy my tutoring style and feel comfortable asking questions and pushing their own cognitive limits. Lessons are generally planned and scaffolded, adhering to an individualized curriculum often aligned with the student's school curriculum (as understood through communication with his/her teacher(s)). Open discussion and free exploration of the topic at hand are always encouraged.

...mental hurdles and progress. This requires having some fun with the material as a motive for practice, and with practice comes confidence. At Carleton College, where I received a B.A in Mathematics, I tutored students in Math, led introductory Spanish classes as a TA, and taught Rock Climbing classes as a hobby. Now, back in...

...for working with students is rooted in a belief that education can transform not only academic outcomes but long-term confidence. I have experience as a Tutor at Villanova's Writing Center and Editor of its student newspaper. I tutor English, reading comprehension, and history, with a particular interest in writing. I enjoy helping students develop clear...

...a passion of mine! For the past 3 years, I have been on-line teaching English as a Second Language to students in China from age 3-16. I believe in engaging students using many different strategies. My goal is to make learning fun and interesting so that each student can reach their maximum potential and feel...

...carefully, identify where understanding begins to break down, and offer clear, intuitive explanations that help students reconnect with the material. I strive to model the kind of curiosity and persistence I want to inspire in my students. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy exploring connections between mathematics, cognitive science, and philosophy, as well as spending time...

...One thing that I find has been helpful for most students is seeing visuals and doing hands-on work to understand problems. If a student is struggling with a problem, I want to take the time to make sure that they know what they are doing before moving on since most STEM subjects have building blocks...

I graduated summa cum laude from Yale with a BA in history. I care about helping students navigate standardized tests, sharpen their writing skills, and understand how to approach any question or prompt. I enjoy mentoring students, and I find tutoring to be a genuinely fun and meaningful experience.... The goal is not to assist with a particular problem or assignment, but to instill the understanding and skills that students need in order to gain confidence...

...that process. I lean towards Math and Computer Science (especially the more conceptual, proof-based aspects of these fields) because I like the challenge of solving problems. As such I try to emphasize understanding of underlying concepts to optimize both long-term information retention and usefulness. Outside of Academia I'm interested in Taekwondo, Calisthenics, Music Production, Gaming,...

...of learning any subject as long as they have the right teacher. I was fortunate enough to grow up in an environment that constantly challenged me and helped me achieve a better education. I hope to be able to pass my knowledge to any child who has the fervor to learn more.

...States University. I'm excited to bring my mix of academic know-how and real-world experience to the tutoring table. In my past gig as a group therapist, I got to roll up my sleeves and support folks dealing with substance use disorders and mental health issues. It was challenging but incredibly rewarding. I've also worn the...

...a great workout! I am a generally upbeat and motivated individual which is essentially translated to my tutoring strategies; if you can somehow make the subject engaging, the more chances the student will want to learn the material! I enjoy that "A-ha!" moment when the student fully and finally understands a concept! In my spare...