Award-Winning AP English Language and Composition Tutors serving Waltham, MA

...subject at hand; it's about finding the ways in which you learn best and allowing yourself to have what you need, even if it isn't seen as average. Too often, our schools value data over students and forget that education is about discovery and personal growth. As a teacher and tutor, I strive to understand my students individually as whole, complex people. In doing so, I am able to better reach the person in front...

...them, and maybe even put their knowledge to real world use. As a tutor, I like to give a strong foundation to orient my student, and then gradually grant them more freedom and independence until they can feel themselves grasp the concept, pointing out pitfalls or common errors along the way; teachers who used these methods on me always left the most lasting impressions. Outside of my studies, I really enjoy listening to music, both...

...Bachelor of Arts in English with a Minor in Music. I hold a Masters of Arts in English from the University of Connecticut, where I am currently working on my PhD in American Literature. I tutor a mix of test preparation, English, Literature, and Writing. In helping students with reading and writing skills, I enjoy using multiple different approaches to develop a well-rounded understanding of the techniques, while making the sessions fun. I'm a strong...

...these roles I look for ways to make learning fun and rewarding. I especially love teaching reading and writing and I have taught or tutored these subjects to students ranging from kindergarten through adults. I also have experience tutoring test prep subjects and focus both on the content material and test taking skills. My passion is psychology and I have been able to use my graduate training in human development to tailor my instruction to...

...students at Midtown Educational Foundation and other extracurricular programs, and am currently pursuing a Masters of Arts in Teaching English. I tutor a wide range of subjects, although I am most passionate about English, Spanish, and Writing. I am an advocate of student-centered tutoring, and my goal is to support and guide students so that they have the satisfaction and confidence of knowing how to think through a problem and reach the correct answer. In...

...high school, I worked with a program called Breakthrough Miami for two years where I taught extracurricular classes to middle school students. In college, I worked with Varsity Tutors to tutor middle school and high school level standardized test prep. Likewise, at Northwestern, I was a TA for a biology lab sequence where I helped teach biology to younger college students. Working in these different experiences showed me how rewarding it is to help students...

...James, I graduated from a small college preparatory school in Connecticut as a member of the class of 2017, and am entering my freshman year at Northeastern University. I love to read and write, interests that have honed my writing skills and earned me places on the editing staffs of my high school newspaper and literary magazine. I hope that I can use my love of writing to help you in your own academic endeavors!

...tutoring feels more interactive rather than someone talking at you. I like tutoring to be a setting where students can feel comfortable asking questions so any knowledge gaps can be filled. I know the importance of studying hard, but also maintaining a healthy balance of fun to prevent burnout and I keep that in mind when tutoring to ensure that student's mental health is protected. A fun fact about myself is I love arts and...

...a youth activist and have experience working for campaigns and elected officials and am particularly passionate about mental health, climate change prevention, and LGBTQ+ rights. I have done private tutoring for the past three years with students in Elementary, Middle, and High School in a variety of school subjects including but not limited to Math, History, and Writing/Grammar. I am passionate about education and want to use my skillset and knowledge to help other students...

...senior at Brown University in the Program of Liberal Medical Education (PLME). I have over three years of experience working with college application consulting with a specialty in BS/MD programs and experience in tutoring with the SAT, having scored a 2400. I'm excited to work with you and your family on making the most out of the time you have to prepare for test taking, and am also open to conversations about the university application...

...and global medical brigades. I recently returned from a trip to Honduras where my brigade was able to provide healthcare to a rural community in central Honduras. Before applying to college, I went through extensive ACT tutoring and would love to relay those skills to other students. I'm passionate about the social sciences, math, spanish, and all things natural science :) I intend to go to medical school and would eventually love to become a...

...University, where I earned both my masters and bachelors in biochemistry. I'm passionate about science, discovery, and teaching, which is why I am pursuing both research and tutoring. I am also an avid reader, writer, and learner. I have over 5 years of experience working with students from the junior high to collegiate level and would love to use my experience and expertise to help students master new concepts and skills. I would characterize my tutoring...

...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 communication skills and confidence in their written voice. My tutoring style is patient, adaptable, and student-centered. Outside of academics, I enjoy creative...

...my MFA in Creative Writing at BU. I currently teaching writing - creative and academic- at Boston University and at Summer Ink, a Simmons University program. During my time at BU, I taught creative writing courses at both the undergraduate and pre-college level. For my undergraduate degree, I studied both English and Education, earning my English Secondary Teaching Certificate in Pennsylvania. After graduating, I moved to Budapest to teach history, art, writing, and music for...

Hi, I'm Diana! As an English writing tutor with over 7 years of tutoring experience and formalized writing center training, I'm incredibly passionate about helping people translate their thoughts onto the page. I specialize in academic writing, personal narratives (especially application essays for all schools), and creative prose.

...in writing, policy analysis, and test preparation. I've worked in Congress and at federal agencies, experiences that deepened my commitment to public service and sharpened my ability to communicate clearly and think critically. I've had the privilege of working with students from a range of backgrounds whether supporting peers through academic writing, mentoring students interested in government, economics, or statistics, or helping others break down complex topics into digestible steps. I tutor a variety of...

...have taken the most classes in the humanities. When I tutor, I like to be casual and help students understand their work from a fellow student's point of view. I want them to be comfortable and feel like they can ask me questions and aid me in tutoring them in whatever way works best for them. In my free time, I love participating in theatre (whether on stage on watching it from the audience), reading,...

"Those who say it cannot be done should not stand in the way of those trying to do it!" With 18+ years in public education (focus on Special Needs children), along with the skills I bring, I have the experience needed when working with people with disabilities.

...where I received my M.D. (1974) and Ph.D. in Biochemistry (1976). My specialty in medicine was Pathology with a subspecialty interest in kidney pathology. My research focused on protein structure and drug design using protein crystallography. I taught medical students for 35 years in addition to my clinical and research duties. While I am capable of tutoring a number of subjects, I am happiest teaching math, which is a lifelong love. I believe strongly in...

...that, I also volunteered to be a mentor on Adplist, helping career changers get a foot in ux. My teaching style is quite personal. I don't just share 1 way information. I want to encourage my students to think for their own solutions and opinion by guiding them through the thinking process. Outside of academia, I like to read, box, and dance! I received my masters of architecture from Harvard Graduate School of Design and...