I have been a private tutor since 2006, working with a range of students from grades 3+ in a variety of subjects from test prep and study skills, to history and government, to mathematics and the sciences. My students have enjoyed understanding concepts through problem solving, emphasizing understanding over rote memorization. Since moving up to the northeast, I have taught multiple levels of mathematics at the university level. I have experience in helping students keep up with their studies and well as designing plans to help students advance through material at an accelerated pace. My academic interests are in resource economics though I have training in mathematics, the natural sciences, and public policy. Through my interests in music, teaching, and research the most valuable skill I have learned is the ability to communicate material in a clear and approachable manner. Past students have remarked that my teaching style is animated and are surprised at their ability to focus and understand concepts even after a long day of school, practice, or work. When I am not teaching or grading papers, I can usually be found playing some brass instrument or another, umpiring baseball, trying out a new recipe in the kitchen, or spending far too much time on Netflix.

My teaching philosophy is comprised of the following tenets: - Identify students' abilities and goals. - Structure individualized approaches & repertoire based on optimal pathways to learning; build on each student's strengths while redressing lacunae. - Implement organic development of skills and knowledge; advance keyboard technique in close symbiotic relationship with music theory, analysis, and history. - Empower independent study through self-awareness, critical thinking, and listening comprehension.

I'm a Harvard graduate with hands-on classroom experience teaching in NYC public schools. I co-founded a national mentoring program serving 100+ students, featured on Good Morning America and awarded the U.S. Presidential Service Award. I specialize in SAT/ACT prep, academic tutoring, and college essay coaching. Students love working with me I'm easygoing and approachable, while keeping us focused and making real progress toward their goals.

I am a graduate student at the Harvard School of Public Health living, working, and studying in Boston, MA. I have a passion for people and for learning. Specifically, I have studied Spanish for ten years, and graduated from Bucknell University with a degree in Spanish in 2014. I have served as a teaching assistant for a class of ESL kindergarteners and have lived abroad in Costa Rica and Mexico. I am comfortable with students of all ages and ability levels in Spanish, and also available for ESL tutoring. I also have a degree in Biology, and my current graduate school program and research incorporate a lot of statistics. Therefore, I am also comfortable with tutoring in high school and undergraduate level biology and statistics. I am available most evenings and weekends. I can work online or in person in the Boston area. I am flexible to work with your schedule!

I am rising Junior at Harvard College looking to help tutor and help young minds amidst what is a uniquely challenging time we're currently living through. I love working with kids of all ages, and tutor a wide variety of subjects such as math, english, and standardized tests.

Before joining Varsity Tutors, I devoted three years to working as an academic instructor and student advisor for several non-profits dedicated to educational advocacy and academic enrichment. I thus have extensive experience working with middle and high schoolers in a variety of educational environments - including public, charter, and private schools throughout New York City. My individual-driven approach to tutoring has been shaped by working with students with diverse needs and educational backgrounds. In addition to standardized test preparation, I enjoy tutoring a variety of academic subjects spanning the humanities, mathematics, and the sciences.

Hey there! My name is Blu, and I recently graduated from Harvard University with a degree in Social Anthropology. My love of learning has led me to explore a wide variety of subjects throughout my life, and I've developed the skills to be successful in understanding them, both in my brain and on paper. I love working with kids and teenagers, and have experience tutoring for the SAT, various middle and high-school level subjects, as well as college admissions counseling. I am a friendly, patient, sociable, articulate person and I look forward to helping you succeed!

I received my Bachelor's degree in Economics, summa cum laude, from Hunter College, and my J.D. from Harvard Law School. At Hunter College, I studied economics, mathematics and philosophy and earned a 4.0 in all math courses (I completed math courses up to multi-variable calculus, differential equations, and linear algebra) and in graduate school my studies focused on business, finance, and corporate law. I also received a graduate level certificate in Advanced Calculus with Financial Engineering Applications from Baruch College's esteemed Financial Mathematics department and I am CFA candidate. The subjects I tutor are math (algebra, geometry, trigonometry, pre-calculus, calculus), statistics, finance, economics, SAT Math and LSAT prep.I believe that classroom instruction is not always the most effective pedagogical approach for all students, and that 1-on-1 instruction can be tremendously helpful in overcoming obstacles and developing stronger learning and test-taking techniques.I enjoy this work because I find the subjects interesting and enjoy helping students succeed at something and develop confidence. My professional interests include economics, finance, value investing, venture investing, derivatives trading, and commercial real estate. In addition to my academic and professional interests, I enjoy art, film, poker, technology, muay thai kickboxing and basketball.

I am a graduate of the Harvard Graduate School of Education where I focused on cognitive and social development. Prior to graduate school I lived for several years in New Orleans where I worked facilitating the college admissions process for low income students as the Director of Student Resources for Bard Early College. I attended Middlebury College for my undergraduate degree where I majored in History. I love the mountains, play the cello, and most importantly, love working one on one with students to help them achieve their goals. At Middlebury I worked at the Center for Teaching and Learning developing individualized study plans for students as well as working with them on their writing. I look forward to meeting you!

I just moved to the Boston area to attend graduate school at Harvard. I recently graduated from the University of North Carolina and Duke University with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health and a Bachelor of Arts in Peace, War and Defense. I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am not in school myself, I love rowing, equestrian and exploring my new city of Boston! I look forward to meeting and working with you soon!

I am passionate about learning and now sharing my knowledge with other students! I love teaching and helping others succeed because I know how much of a positive difference it made in helping me reach my own personal academic and professional goals. I graduated from Noble and Greenough School in 2011 with Highest Distinction. I then attended Harvard University where I played for the Varsity Women's Soccer team for 3 years, majored in Neurobiology and minored in Global Health and Health Policy, graduating in 2015 with magna cum laude honors. I will continue my dream of becoming a doctor this summer at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA after receiving a full merit scholarship. With the medical school application process fresh in my mind, I hope to tutor students trying to score higher on the MCAT, on which I scored in the 96th percentile. I have also tutored high school students in writing, mathematics, and science. My teaching style is enthusiastic, compassionate, and focused. Let's get started!!!

I like to tutor with happiness because this is the foundation of remaining positive. All you have to do is smile more!

I tutor a wide range of subjects, with a background in humanities, arts and math. I've been a language teacher for the past seven years, focusing on "twice exceptional" students, those who are highly gifted and have challenges like autism, executive functioning, and learning disabilities. With master's degrees in both Mathematical Physics and Special Education, I love teaching both advanced subject material and the fundamentals of literacy, organizing, and the whole human that go along with all learning. I often say I work best with folks who "love learning but hate school."I am very flexible with teaching, ethics and focus on student needs, styles and interests. In languages especially, I can bring students to great leaps in proficiency through low-stress, research-backed methods like immersion in "comprehensible input" and learning through stories and cultural material with lots of context.

Hello! As a first-generation college student, I understand the struggle of grasping standardized tests, college admissions, and finding your way in higher education. Happy to help anyone as long as they are willing to be patient, work consistently, and be kind to themselves :)

I recently graduated from Harvard College. I hold a B.A. in History and a lot of textbooks. I love tutoring my favorite subjects, including History (obviously), Biology (I used to want to be a doctor), Spanish (I went to Costa Rica to learn about being a doctor), and the SAT (okay, maybe *favorite* is a stretch). I also teach chess, but that's more of a hobby. I also enjoy reading, creative writing, and perfecting the poached egg (the key is vinegar). In my spare time I act, perform improv, and think about how great dogs are.As a tutor, I believe my greatest strength is that I am not a textbook. I'm here to make even the driest material interesting and personally relatable, and to talk out difficulties when they arise. I hate memorizing, and would much prefer to make everything from Biology to History into exciting (if very small) stories that are not only easy to remember, but actively difficult to forget.I've had tutors that I hated going to, and tutors that I enjoyed spending my time with, and I do my best to emulate the latter. And, as always, I'm happy with your results when you are happy with your results. Or when your parents are happy with your results.

I am a junior at Harvard University where I study History and Economics. I maintain a 3.9 GPA while playing on a varsity sports team. I understand the challenges that students today face because I too have experienced them. I have plenty of tips to help you stay organized and on top of your work. But most importantly I love to learn and to help others learn. I look forward to working and learning together.

As a passionate educator with a Doctorate in Law from Harvard University and a Bachelor's in English from Hampton University, I bring over 5 years of tutoring experience across various subjects, including College English, Public Speaking, and Bar Exam preparation. My teaching philosophy centers on creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel empowered to express themselves and develop critical thinking skills. I strive to connect with each student by tailoring my approach to their individual needs, fostering both academic success and personal growth. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy reading and exploring new cultures, which enriches my teaching and allows me to share diverse perspectives with my students.

I am eager to help learners of any age and educational background thrive through providing careful listening, guidance, and feedback. I enjoy teaching a variety of subjects ranging from statistics to psychology to the Japanese language. I was born in New York, NY, and grew up in northern New Jersey attending the local public school system and the Japanese Weekend School of New Jersey. After completing two high school diplomas, I pursued a Bachelor's of Arts degree in Psychology at New York University and worked in New York, NY for six years in private industry. I returned to higher education, moving to Boston where I conducted research, taught, and studied Clinical Psychology. After completing a Master of Liberal Arts in Clinical Psychology at Harvard University, I moved to Salt Lake City, UT to pursue a PhD in Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology). I am proficient in SPSS, Stata, APA formatting, and research methods for the behavioral sciences. I have limited exposure and experience with R and MATLAB.

I am a graduate of Harvard University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Social Studies with a focus in food policy and law. During my undergraduate studies I spent my time in political organizations and in research, teaching fellowships on political philosophy at Harvard Effective Altruism and serving as a Visiting Researcher in food policy at the University of Cambridge. After graduating, I spent time as a researcher in political science and history and mentored students working towards attending top schools in the US and UK, providing one-on-one help with applications and developing seminars on topics like Sociology and English. Most recently, I have started a non-profit organization in Ecuador focused on educating families about healthy cooking and providing nutritional assistance. At the same time, I am excited to continue pursuing my passion for teaching and helping students navigate subjects like History, English Literature, ESL, Spanish, and Standardized Tests like the ACT, AP, and IB tests. I believe that the knowledge young people receive in primary and secondary education is the ultimate individual enrichment; an essential part of understanding who they are and a key to seeing who they may become. In my spare time, I walk, read history books like Doris Kearns Goodwin's Team of Rivals, and listen to music like Led Zeppelin and Lana del Rey.

Hi there! My name is Emily, and I'm a rising junior at Harvard studying Chemistry and English on the pre-med track. Throughout my life, I have had the privilege of receiving mentorship from tutors who not only helped me excel in my STEM and humanities classes but also supported my college applications and standardized test prep, and I'm excited to give back to my community in the same way.

I have a bachelor's degree from Harvard University in the History of Science. I have over 10 years of tutoring experience in a range of subjects from standardized tests like the SAT, ACT, GRE, TOEFL, IELTS to college admission coaching to elementary/middle school math and reading. Her favorite subject to teach is helping students apply to and successfully get into their top school choices. Outside of academia, I am a venture capital investor into startups created by students at Ivy League Universities. I also teaches personal finance on TikTok.I can't wait to help her students be successful in whatever subjects they put their minds to inside and out of the classroom.

My name's Breno. I am currently a Ph.D. student at Harvard University in the department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology.I began tutoring during my undergraduate years at Suffolk University. Through this position, I advised students and coworkers as both a tutor and tutor mentor. I have greatly cherished my time as a tutor because it not only contributed to my growth as a scholar but allowed me to give back to the community by helping my peers succeed. My tutoring philosophy revolves around the students, not the assignments they bring. I believe that a tutor's job is to ensure students improve their own capabilities and are better able to work independently and successfully by helping them understand the problem rather than simply providing a solution. I am very excited to help anyone who wishes to better understand chemistry!

As a passionate programmer with a flair for teaching, I am excited to put myself out there as a programming tutor. My name is Dory Azar, I have over 15+ years of experience in the field of software. Ever since I wrote my first "Hello, World!" program, I have been captivated by the world of programming. Over the years, I have honed my skills in various programming languages and technologies, from PHP, Python and Java to web development frameworks like Laravel, Django, React and Angular. I even created my own framework called Caligrafy. I invite you all to go check it out: https://www.caligrafy.com. Each new concept I've mastered has only deepened my love for coding and fueled my desire to share this knowledge with others. Teaching has always been a natural extension of my passion for programming. Whether it's explaining complex algorithms to classmates, leading coding workshops for local community groups, or mentoring junior developers, I find immense joy in helping others unlock the mysteries of code. I pride myself on my ability to break down complex concepts into digestible chunks, tailor my teaching style to the individual needs of each student, and create an inclusive and supportive learning environment where everyone feels empowered to succeed. In addition to my technical skills and teaching experience, I bring a strong commitment to continuous learning and professional development. I stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in the tech industry, and actively seek out opportunities to expand my knowledge and skills. I believe that being a lifelong learner is not only essential for staying relevant in the ever-evolving field of technology but also for inspiring and motivating my students to adopt a similar growth mindset. Above all, I am deeply passionate about empowering others through education and helping them realize their full potential as programmers. Whether I'm guiding a beginner through their first lines of code or mentoring a more experienced developer on advanced techniques, I am dedicated to fostering a love for coding and nurturing the next generation of software engineers.

I am a recent graduate of Harvard College. I've been working with middle school and high school age children for the past several years and feel very comfortable communicating with students that age. I was a history major in college, but I'd be happy to help out with middle school and early high school math, as well as any help needed with writing or humanities-related courses. Also available for standardized test prep help!

My name is Yu Wen and I am a strong believer that anyone can learn anything! I attended the University of Pennsylvania as an undergraduate and recently finished my Master's in Education at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. As a tutor, I create a space where my learners can feel empowered and safe to take on the sometimes difficult, yet often fulfilling and fun, challenge of learning new things. I practice a growth mindset philosophy, and I often say that it is okay to be wrong, it just means you haven't learned the material... yet. With patience and effective pedagogy, I strive to give my students confidence that they can learn anything they set their mind to. I take my students' desires, motivations, goals, and interests seriously. Fun fact: I am an international student from Malaysia!

I am a Harvard University law student, professional composer, and dedicated mentor with a strong academic background. I completed 20+ AP courses, earned multiple AP scores of 5, graduated with a 4.0 GPA, and participated in an Honors College program. I focus on helping students build confidence, master concepts, and develop effective study skills through personalized and engaging instruction.

I am in my fourth year of teaching. I currently work at a school for gifted students. I have a Masters in Education and a Bachelors in Math, both from Harvard.I started tutoring and teaching at the beginning of college. I have variety of tutoring/teaching experiences ranging from working with elementary school students to college students.I tutor all K-12 Math courses and introductory college mathematics courses. My favorite course to tutor is Calculus AB/1. I believe I enjoy teaching it because it lends itself to a variety of approaches, from graphical and numerical to strictly symbolic.When working with students, I try to understand how students think and work from there.Outside of Mathematics, I enjoy learning history, keeping up with current events and politics. I also play the guitar.

The courses I focus on as a tutor are high school math courses and college business/economics. I believe that learning should be fun and provide lifelong enjoyment. I graduated from Greenwich Country Day, Choate, Brown (economics major), and Harvard Business School (MBA). Currently, I teach undergraduates and MBA candidates at Berkeley College and the University of Connecticut. The topics I have taught at the college and MBA levels include business decision-making, corporate finance, economics, financial institutions, financial markets, and investment management.

Hello, I'm Charles. I am a former Harvard application reader and interviewer, having read 1000+ applications. I have consulted for over 13 years with a 100% success rate to Top 30 universities. What's clear is this: there is no formula or "right" way to apply, only the authenticity of your story. Getting into college seems big. But I can promise you this, you'll have fun writing and discovering who you truly are.

I studied International Relations, Arabic, and Economics at Tufts University before deciding to pursue a career in medicine. While completing my post-bacc at Harvard, I worked as a research assistant in the lab of the Chief of Nephrology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and volunteered extensively. One of my favorite volunteer experiences was tutoring high school students from Dorchester and Roxbury. I taught my students English, Physics, Chemistry, Algebra, Trigonometry, Biology, and helped them with standardized test preparation. My personal tutoring style is to use a combination of relatable metaphors and real life examples to help my students genuinely understand whatever material we are covering. I scored in the 98th percentile on the SAT and the MCAT2015, so I feel confident with a variety of test preparation. I am currently applying to medical school and enjoy powerlifting, grand strategy games, historical fiction, and chocolate.

With a B.S. in Developmental Psychology and preschool education training from Cornell University and a M.Ed in International Education from Harvard University, I became an elementary school teacher at the United Nations International School in New York City. I loved teaching here because of the multicultural atmosphere. I loved interacting with international students and learning about different cultures.I presently tutor at the elementary school level and I especially love teaching math because it's like puzzles to figure out. I use many visual aids and really believe in breaking down everything to the basics and my motto is review, review and review. I believe it's important to go over things because we all forget and that's ok.

I have spent the past decade working in education as a teacher, new teacher trainer, and tutor. I specialize in English across grade levels and for new learners and writers and test preparation.My goal is build skills and confidence, and make the learning process fun. Please get in touch if interested!

I'm Professor of Philosophy at Auburn University, and have also taught at UNC Chapel Hill and U. Michigan. A.B. from Harvard, Ph.D. from Cornell. I've been teaching philosophy for nearly four decades, at both undergrad and grad levels. Philosophy can seem alien to a beginner, but I believe that it's just a more systematic version of questions we all face and ways of thinking we already use in everyday life. I look forward to helping guide you through the exciting world of philosophy!

I'm Ashlie. I'm a recent Harvard Economics and Psychology grad from Southern California. I've spent the last four years doing research on health policy and economic inequality, but what I actually love is the moment something complicated finally makes sense. I'm straightforward and patient as someone with a younger sibling currently going through the high school experience. I am comfortable tutoring in many areas like various instruments, english, varying levels of math (including AP Calculus courses and test-prep), economics and psychology (obviously), and I take all of it seriously regardless of the level.

I am a passionate certified educator with over ten years' experience working with children and teens ages 8-15 including teaching, tutoring, summer programming, and mentoring. I truly believe that each student has an optimal learning style and can reach his or her full potential by understanding and utilizing specific strategies aligned to that style. Above all, I care deeply about making learning relevant, meaningful, and fun!

I really enjoy tutoring, and have done it in the past both as a job at Kumon Math and Reading Center, where I worked for a year before I left for college, and as a volunteer tutor in my high school (I also have recently taken up a position volunteer tutoring underprivileged middle schoolers for a local non-profit). I am open to helping any student of any age with nearly any subject (math, reading, writing, biology, chemistry, economics, civics, Spanish etc). I'm also happy to help with test prep (hello SAT and ACT takers), as well as college application assistance. I'm a strong believer in a patient, non-judgmental, non-intimidating approach to tutoring, and I really try to prioritize the comfort of my students. As someone who has used tutoring myself in some of my harder classes in college, I understand that not everything comes easily to everyone, so I want all of my students to feel comfortable asking any and all questions they might have, or going over a topic as many times as needed to understand it. I'm all about friendly, humble service!A little more about me beyond tutoring: I'm a Charlotte native; however, I'm currently enrolled as an undergrad at Harvard University. There, I'm pursuing a B.A. in Economics, while also completing premedical requirements. After college, I hope to either go to grad school for chemistry, biology, or economics, or to take a gap year and then go to medical school.Other interests of mine include health and fitness, dancing, music, and Twitter.

I am a dedicated educator with a love of learning. I have experience working with students from varying backgrounds and levels ranging from kindergarten to graduate school. I am known for my patience and understanding. My teaching method is to encourage students with hints and guidance guiding them to learn according to their own pace and abilities. I have an undergraduate degree in chemistry from Harvard University and a PhD in organic chemistry from UC San Diego, where I studied natural products synthesis. In addition to my academic credentials, I have many years of real world experience working in the biotechnology sector.

I work with students who have trouble overthinking on the LSAT. As a Harvard graduate and Northwestern Law student, I know what it takes to make a good student great.

I graduated from High School at John Jay in Cross River, NY, after which I entered undergraduate studies at Harvard University. This May I graduated Phi Beta Kappa with a BA in Classics summa cum laude. Next year I will be proceeding to Oxford University to study for a master’s degree in Greek and Latin languages and literature. In High School I tutored students in a number of subjects, including Latin and English. In college, as head of the Blues Department at the radio station, I taught seminars on the history of blues music to other undergraduates. I am most interested in tutoring students in Latin or in English literature. I can also teach elementary Ancient Greek to any interested students. My strengths include language, writing, and literary analysis. I can also offer test prep help to students struggling with the SAT writing or critical reading sections, or the subject tests and AP Exams in Latin or English Literature. My philosophy is that students who are happy, engaged, and excited about the material, regardless of ability level, are the best learners. For test prep, this means avoiding the hysteria that many feel about the exams and focusing on the material itself with a realistic view of how to get the most out of the test. For Latin and English Literature, this means forgetting about right and wrong and discovering the joy of interpretation and of language. Outside of academics I am interested in guitar playing and the history of American popular music.

A Stuyvesant High School alum and recent graduate of Harvard University with a degree in mathematics, I have experience tutoring math, physics, and economics. I have worked as a stockbroker on Wall Street and as an assistant in energy research at both NYU and City College; I am currently applying to PhD programs in applied mathematics. Born and raised in New York by a French mother and American father, I speak French and English bilingually and have traveled extensively in France, Japan, and West Africa. I am also an avid sports fan who played football and rowed crew in school.