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BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
1+ Years Tutoring

I am currently a Computer Science major freshmen at MIT. I'm super passionate about math, physics, and computer science and love teaching other people! I think that while math, CS, and physics can certainly be abstract, the practical aspects of such topics can make learning both interesting and fulfilling.I have had a pretty extensive background in teaching/coaching. I have spent 1 year tutoring and teaching, 3 years as both a soccer and orienteering coach, and 1 semester as a Lab Assistant at MIT. I think the most important aspect of learning is practice and struggle so I generally teach content in a more hands on and practice oriented fashion.

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Benicio
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
3+ Years Tutoring

I am a current student of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where I am studying biology and Spanish primarily. I've tutored for many years under school programs in a variety of subjects, but I am most passionate about biology, math, and history. I like to use my personal experience in these subjects as a stepping stone to help those that I tutor. I find that a teacher's connection to the subject is valuable in forming a student's own connection and understanding.

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Isabella
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Current Grad Student, Operations Research Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
10+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of MIT. I received my Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with minors in Management Science and Ancient and Medieval Studies. Since graduation, I have started my PhD at Georgia Tech in Operations Research. Throughout my career I have TA'd several math and computer science courses at the college level. I have also taught at summer programs for gifted middle school and high school students. I am passionate about tutoring kids in math and science because I think that a strong foundation in STEM at an early age can set the tone for their future. In my spare time I like to engage in athletics, and was a Division 1 rower in college.

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Timothy
PhD Massachusetts Institute of Technology
1+ Years Tutoring

I recently obtained my Ph.D. in Chemistry this year. My experience is in Organic Chemistry, but I'm well versed in areas of General Chemistry, as well as Algebra and Geometry.My tutoring philosophy is mostly about proper communication. Most Math and Science classes are normally taught by teaching professionals who are well qualified to lecture in their areas of expertise. However, if the material is not explained in a way that is understandable to the student, then it may be necessary to recruit the help of a tutor. I like to use different examples and analogies to help explain difficult concepts, I have successfully tutored students for more than 5 years.I'm quite flexible with my schedule, and it includes the weekends as well.

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Marisa
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
5+ Years Tutoring

I am a senior at MIT majoring in Writing with a specialization in Digital Media. I have also completed a minor in Business Management. As one of ten writing majors at a school full of people pursuing science and technology rather than humanities subjects, I have taken a default position as tutor for anyone struggling with any writing assignments. I have helped fellow college students on a wide variety assignments ranging from analytic papers on race in the media, to papers on scientific theories, to scholarship essays. In high school I was a Link Crew tutor for three years, making myself available for tutoring sessions after school for whatever subject students required help in.But enough about my qualifications. If you are looking for a tutor, you probably want someone who will not only help you meet and exceed your own goals, but also someone you can connect and get along well with. So here are some fun facts about me:-Before college I traveled around Europe with two friends and we visited every art gallery we could find-I am in the process of writing a full-length screenplay for my thesis in writing-I love tea, cats, crime novels, and gluten free pizza-I am a fan of Harry Potter, Doctor Who, and Breaking Bad-I have met Brendon Urie from Panic! at the Disco

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Kevin
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Doctor of Science, Nuclear Engineering Technology Massachusetts Institute of Technology
9+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, from where I received my Bachelor of Science degree in Nuclear Science & Engineering and Physics. After graduating, I decided to continue my journey in academia by remaining at MIT and am currently pursuing a doctoral degree in NSE. Although I have tutored a wide range of subjects in the past, I am most passionate about topics in STEM (my favorites are Math, Physics, and Computer Programming in Python). I am a strong advocate for education, as I believe it is the most effective path towards progress in society, and that conviction is reflected in my work with students.

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Manolya
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
9+ Years Tutoring

I'm an MIT student with a background in mathematics and computer science. I love working with data and making sense of numbers. I hope I can share my passion for these subjects!

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Renee
MS Massachusetts Institute of Technology • BA Claflin University
9+ Years Tutoring

I have always enjoyed the interaction with and learning from the students. Every student has the potential for success and I find this potential to be exciting. Tutoring presents new challenges and new potential successes. I believe that I can bridge the learning gap through my effective communication skills, patience and passion for learning. And I believe these qualities make me a great tutor.I obtained my Bachelor of Science degree in Biotechnology from Claflin University and then went on to obtain my Master of Science degree in Microbiology at MIT. Both my undergraduate and graduate training has given me exceptional opportunities to strengthen my critical, analytic and problem-solving skills through a variety of courses from the quantitative and biological sciences discipline. I have applied those principles to independently developing and designing experiments to answer specific biological questions. Therefore as a tutor, I hope to cultivate in my students these same problem-solving and critical thinking skills.While at Claflin University, I conducted one-on-one sessions with undergraduate students focusing on Calculus I and Biology. Prior to my graduate studies at MIT, I traveled to Buenos Aires, Argentina where I took part in an after school program focused on teaching pre-elementary and elementary kids Spanish and Math. Most recently, I tutored middle-school math to students at the Excel Academy Saturday program based in Chelsea, Massachusetts. In each instance I learned how to develop effective lesson plans and applied different teaching styles to cater to each student's needs.I believe that I can make a valuable contribution to Varsity tutors through my educational background, tutor experiences and my passion for learning.

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Hasan
PhD Massachusetts Institute of Technology • BA University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
9+ Years Tutoring

I have an advanced degree in science and technology from MIT.I specialize in microelectronics- scaling devices to their physical limit and enabling more advanced computer, mobile and server chips.I enjoy very much teaching students science and math and motivating them for future careers in technology. I look forward to helping you achieve your academic goals.We need bright minds to push technology limits that can solve complex problems and increase the standard of living in our society with more advanced devices.

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Ivan
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
4+ Years Tutoring

I graduated with a degree in Brain and Cognitive Sciences from MIT and am matriculating into medical school in 2022. I am passionate about helping students achieve their goals because I am a firm believer that everybody is capable of success and excellence given the proper support. I approach tutoring from a comprehensive viewpoint, taking into account all of the unique needs and strengths of each student. I have experience with many subjects, including Chemistry, Biology, French, and Spanish, and with admissions tests such as ACT, SAT, and MCAT.

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Andrew
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
1+ Years Tutoring

I graduated from MIT in 2007 with a B.S. in Mathematics. While I was there, I immersed myself in a wide array of math subjects including calculus, analysis, linear algebra, probability, and group theory. For 7 years afterwards, I worked as a software developer for a company that helps people manage their financial assets for retirement. This past year, I've been a teaching assistant in game theory for the Center for Talented Youth as well as an academic mentor with the Breakthrough Greater Boston volunteer program.What excites me most about being a math tutor is the opportunity to help middle- and high-school students resolve their confusion surrounding logical abstractions and let them ultimately take ownership of those concepts. I specialize in those subjects where frustration can easily set in as certain notions that appear removed from reality are introduced but not necessarily framed properly: algebra, geometry, pre-calculus, and calculus. My goal for any student I tutor is to foster a sense of confidence in their intellectual ability and a comfort with abstract systems that translates into success in their independent learning. With practice, I believe anyone with a curious mind has the ability to see past the complexity of mathematical ideas and appreciate their underlying elegance.

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Elie
MS Babson College • BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
5+ Years Tutoring

I have an MBA in Financing Entrepreneurial Ventures from Babson College and a BS in Environmental Engineering from MIT. I am a career entrepreneur and have started up several ventures. My strengths are financing, management, entrepreneurship, and analytical and strategic thinking. I am able to explain complex concepts in simple terms. I am attentive and actively lisent. I have certifications in Coaching and in Project Management. I thought at the university level and was an instructor for an entrepreneurship course as well as cost accounting and managerial finance.

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Joe
PhD Massachusetts Institute of Technology • BA Villanova University
1+ Years Tutoring

I just recently graduated from Villanova University with a BS in Chemical Engineering, and dual minors in Biology and Bioengineering. At Villanova, I was the president of the Club Running team, Commissioner of Intramural Sports, and heavily involved in service. Outside of the classroom, I've held internships and co-ops with ChemSolv, Inc., GlaxoSmithKline, and Johnson & Johnson, as well as presented research at the American Chemical Society National Expo. Beginning in the fall of 2015 I will pursue a PhD in Chemical Engineering at MIT.My hobbies include every and all sports, both playing and watching, playing keyboard and singing vocals in a local rock band, cooking, and outdoors activities. My go-to fun-fact is that I am the youngest of 9 children!

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Mauricio
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology • BA University of South Florida
9+ Years Tutoring

Specializing in teaching Math and Science at all grade levels, I help in understanding the "hard" subjects.

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Madeline
MS University of Oklahoma Norman Campus • BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
7+ Years Tutoring

My name is Maddie. I'm a grad student at the University of Oklahoma in the School of Meteorology. I completed my Bachelors degrees in mathematics and geophysics at MIT in 2012. I then spent four years in the Navy as an instructor at Nuclear Power School, where I taught physics to sailors who were learning to operate nuclear power plants. I absolutely love teaching and love math and science. If you're looking for some help in those areas, I'd love the opportunity to assist you.

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Johari
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
1+ Years Tutoring

I've earned my bachelors of science in physics and humanities focused in theatre arts from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. I've tutored middle schoolers and adults returning to college to finish their bachelor's degrees, and I've taught various hybrid technology-art camps and seminars for elementary through high schoolers. Predominantly, I tutor Algebra I-IV and Essay Writing/Editing, but also tutor Calc I, Trigonometry, Pre-Calc, and Pre-Algebra. I love to help people succeed, and that's what I focus on when tutoring. Together we will find the right pace for your sessions and I will help you better understand the material.Outside of tutoring, I am an actor/composer/lyricist who loves to write new showtunes. Musical theatre is something I have grown to love, and the love, surprisingly, stems from my own devotion to cartoons and video games. But, make no mistake, while I can often be found watching an episode of Justice League, playing Smash, or giving the City of Angels score another listen, I will always put you first.

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Kate
MS Massachusetts Institute of Technology • BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
1+ Years Tutoring

I graduated from MIT with a bachelor's and a master's degree in Environmental Engineering. I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When I'm not working or studying, I love playing volleyball (indoors or on the beach!) and spending time outside, canoeing or hiking with my dog. I look forward to meeting and working with you!

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MIke
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
6+ Years Tutoring

I grew up living around the world: Tripoli, Quito, and various states. I have a degree from MIT and spent 25 years at Intel in a number of positions. My hobbies are playing the piano, hiking, reading, bridge and bowling (yes, bowling!). I enjoy talking about anything and will often make stuff up just to keep the conversation going. I started tutoring back in the 90's in a program called Start Making A Reader Today (SMART). I found some computer programs that did alphabet and word recognition with animation. I also worked in an after school tutoring program for high school students. It was a melding of tutoring and mentoring, trying to get some at-risk students into college by improving their grades. I like math and physics, so much so that I tried to teach myself string theory. No luck there, it is a much harder nut than you might think.

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Garrett
MS Carnegie Mellon University • BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
10+ Years Tutoring

I did my undergraduate degree in Aerospace Engineering at MIT and also completed a Masters in Robotics from CMU. I work as a robotics engineer in Boston and also run an edtech startup on the side. To me, the key to education is inspiration, and so its not just about teaching material but also mentoring. Though I program robots, I'm definitely a people person, patient, and interested in helping others to succeed!

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Kristen
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
10+ Years Tutoring

I graduated from MIT in June of 2016 with a Bachelors degree in Chemical-Biological Engineering and a minor in Public Policy. I tutor in a wide variety of areas, but specialize in high school and college math and science, as well as test prep. I've been teaching in some capacity since I was in high school; first tutoring peers in math and science through National Honor Society, then providing more informal one-on-one help to fellow students at MIT. I've also worked extensively teaching swim lessons for the past five years, particularly to beginners. Both in and out of the pool, I believe that a good lesson is one where the student is doing the thinking. I teach interactively, asking questions, listening to students. explanations, and probing students to produce the correct answer for themselves. I want to model thinking and questioning strategies that will allow a student to be successful without a tutor; I endeavor always to work myself out of a job. When I'm not tutoring or teaching swim lessons, I enjoy reading (especially mystery and crime novels), distance running, and long walks with my chocolate lab Snickers.

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Andrew
MS NYU - Stern • BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
6+ Years Tutoring

I enjoy working with students to develop their analytical, quantitative, and problem solving skills. My key areas of expertise are any type of math, physics I, and finance/accounting. I am very good at explaining difficult concepts and breaking down problems into manageable steps. My undergraduate eduction is in engineering and I have an MBA in finance. I am an adjunct professor of finance and have experience tutoring high school and college students.

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Tim
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
4+ Years Tutoring

I'm a junior at MIT pursuing a B.S. in Computational Neuroscience, and a B.S. in Philosophy. Starting in high school, I have served in a multitude of teaching/tutoring roles, including: tutoring all levels of high school math (from pre-algebra to AP Calculus BC); teaching a six-week class on psychology to underserved high school students in the Boston area; teaching chemistry, biology, and computer science at a STEM summer camp to 6th-9th graders; working as a TA in a college-level philosophy seminar; and even teaching choreo for a hip-hop dance workshop series! And, though my teaching experience centers largely around STEM subjects, I also have a deep love for history, English, and philosophy, and am excited to work with students in these areas as well. In general, I have an intense passion for learning anything and everything, and my top goal when working with any student is to ignite their own curiosity, and awaken their inner desire to understand themselves and the world.

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Jessica
MS Massachusetts Institute of Technology • BA University of Arizona
7+ Years Tutoring

I graduated from the University of Arizona with dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Mathematics and Physics. I continued my education at MIT and earned a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. I have worked with students from a wide range of backgrounds and subjects, ranging from tutoring kindergartners in their first exposure to language arts and middle school students in algebra and reading, to assisting with lower-division collegiate math courses. I particularly enjoy helping students gain confidence with math. I believe that all students are capable of understanding math, and I seek to help them explore mathematical concepts in a way that makes the subject less abstract and more intuitive. Outside of the classroom, my passion is competitive Ballroom and Latin dance.

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Leo
MS Massachusetts Institute of Technology
1+ Years Tutoring

I grew up in the Boston area and now live in Citrus County, Florida. I graduated from MIT in chemical engineering and worked for many years as a chemical process engineer, so I have a strong background in math and science, especially chemistry and thermodynamics. I've also been granted six U.S. patents. When the pandemic hit us, I moved to Florida and did part-time work as a chess tutor, then became a substitute teacher in the middle and high schools in our district. I enjoyed working with the students, many of whom had difficulty learning in big classes with many disruptions. I found that I could best help these students by using real-world examples to teach difficult concepts in a new way. Often, then, the student would come away with a new perspective and a much better understanding of the concept. I was happy to be able to help. These days as a VT tutor, I continue to use, whenever possible, real-world examples in my own material in chemistry and thermodynamics.

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Corey
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
14+ Years Tutoring

As an MIT student, I possess the knowledge that is needed to tutor not only my peers, but anyone who needs assistance in the subjects I offer. Speaking of which, the subjects that I find most comfortable teaching are: SAT Math, Algebra I or II, Trigonometry, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus I, II, or III, Differential Equations, Chemistry, Physics. When I say that I feel most comfortable teaching these subjects, all that means is that I have the most experience teaching these topics. That is not to say that I cannot and don't want to tutor in other subjects.My experience in teaching and tutoring stems from even before I was a math peer tutor in high school. As an older brother to an ambitious teenager, I've found myself helping my brother out in his math homework and answering his questions with detailed and thorough explanations. I have experience tutoring people that I have just met, along with people I have known for many years. As I moved on to my college career at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, I have found that collaborating is one of the main keys to succeeding. Chemical Engineering, my major, is one of the most difficult fields to pursue, and it requires the abilities of communication, patience, and perseverance. As a result, I am a team player with vast patience.In terms of my teaching methods: I am a scientist first. I have done many competitions such as the New York Science and Engineering Fair and so I am used to presenting my research projects in a concise and understandable way. I am skilled in breaking down difficult topics into bite sized pieces of digestible information. This way I am showing, not telling. I believe it is super important for the student to actually understand the information instead of just being able to regurgitate ideas and answers for a test. I hope to help you out!

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Samhita
BS Massachusetts Institute of Technology

I am currently a freshman at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology studying Mechanical Engineering with Computer Science, with a strong passion for mathematics, problem-solving, and teaching. I earned a perfect score on the SAT Math section and have extensive experience with advanced math concepts, standardized test strategies, and analytical thinking. Through my academic work and research experience, I have developed the ability to break down complex problems into simple, clear steps. I focus on helping students truly understand the "why" behind each concept, not just memorize formulas. My goal in SAT and ACT Math, as well as elementary through high school math prep, is to strengthen core foundations, improve speed and accuracy, and teach effective test-taking strategies. In addition to math, I also enjoy helping students with writing. My experience presenting research and working on technical projects has strengthened my ability to communicate ideas clearly and structure arguments effectively. I am also the author of two published books, "Reverie" and "Spotlight," which reflect my passion for storytelling and strong written communication. I aim to help students build confidence in both their quantitative skills and their writing so they can perform at their highest potential.

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Rachel
MS Georgia Institute of Technology • BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
2+ Years Tutoring

I feel very strongly about enabling students to "learn how to learn." My teaching approach prioritizes critical thinking and understanding the building blocks of the material that you are learning, rather than rote memorization of information and equations. I had an extraordinary and rather unique math and science education in high school, which paved the way for a successful college experience (MIT math major) and career as a data scientist. I would love to pass this experience on to others!

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Brad
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
1+ Years Tutoring

I received my Bachelor's in Computer Science from MIT, and am passionate about helping others! Learning has always come easy to me, and it's something I want to pass on to those around me. I was also the Valedictorian of my high school in colorado and was a top10 all-purpose football player at MIT. Everybody learns differently, and I want to help you achieve your goals!

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Erin
PhD Massachusetts Institute of Technology • BA California Institute of Technology
4+ Years Tutoring

I am currently a Ph.D. candidate at MIT in chemical engineering. Previously, I worked as a science tutor for Pasadena City College and a couple of high school students.

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Afura
BS Massachusetts Institute of Technology
2+ Years Tutoring

I received my bachelor's in science with a physics and writing major. I have taught physics and math for 5 years. I am comfortable teaching physics, from high school physics to university level quantum mechanics, and high school math.

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River
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
5+ Years Tutoring

Hi! I'm River, an MIT student with a double major in Neuroscience and Music, plus a minor in Biology. I'll be heading off to medical school next year, but in the meantime I'm here to fulfill your academic needs and turn your goals into a reality.I'm an experienced tutor, having worked with beginner and advanced students alike. My subject knowledge is broad; I have expertise in science, math, music, and communication skills. I'm more than happy to tailor my methods to your specific needs -- my main goal is your success. If want an intelligent, dedicated, and caring tutor, then I'm the one for you.

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Stephan
Undergraduate Degree Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Undergraduate Degree Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
10+ Years Tutoring

I love helping people! Whether it's learning math, writing, reading, etc. or playing sports, I really enjoy seeing other succeed via my assistance. I try to relate to students in whatever they enjoy and in doing so, apply concepts to our like interests to work through difficult subjects as well as to help foster a good, professional relationship. I have tutored several students in both math and English in the past and they have enjoyed resounding success and continue to reach out for my assistance. I look forward to working with and meeting many students and parents while helping them succeed in any way I can. When I am not tutoring, I enjoy playing sports (golf, basketball, softball, volleyball), playing with my dog, and hanging out with my wife. In addition, I am a meteorologist and oceanographer following my graduation at Penn State University with a BS in Meteorology. Finally, I am presently a student at MIT pursuing a Master's degree in Physical Oceanography.

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Marianne
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
6+ Years Tutoring

I earned my bachelors in Mechanical Engineering from MIT with a minor in Management. At MIT, I was a director and teacher for the Educational Studies Program (ESP), the group that runs MIT Splash, an event where 2000+ high schoolers come to MIT to take classes from MIT students on any subject imaginable. My time in ESP got me addicted to "spreading the joy of teaching and learning".I love my work as a manufacturing consultant and enjoy spending my weekends teaching online small-group classes and tutoring students. When tutoring, I specialize in Math, Physics, English Grammar and Syntax, and Microsoft Excel since those are all skills and concepts I tutored in college and continue to use daily. I particularly like helping students draw connections that help them link concepts they're learning to the real world. I wish you all the best in achieving your academic goals!

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Mercy
Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science Massachusetts Institute of Technology
6+ Years Tutoring

Hi! My name is Mercy and I am currently a first-year student at MIT studying computer science and neuroscience. As of right now, I am pre-med and hope to become a pediatric dermatologist.I love working with kids and have a wide breadth of tutoring, teaching, and mentoring experience. For example, all throughout high school, I served as a volunteer at church, at my local library, and at Swedish Covenant Hospital in the Pediatric Unit. This allowed me to see a lot of different perspectives and it afforded me the opportunity to work with kids in different areas.Beyond this, I was a peer tutor in high school through the National Honor Society for English, Spanish, Calculus, Trig, and many more subjects. I also worked at Mathnasium for a year and a half where I taught subjects ranging from arithmetic to pre-calculus and worked with kids ages 5-17.Currently, I am the social activities chair and a mentor for an organization called MIT CodeIt. This program seeks to close the gender gap in technology by teaching programming fundamentals to girls and non-binary students in the Greater Boston Area. Through CodeIt, I have been able to continue growing my teaching skills and my passion for youth STEM access.Outside of teaching, I enjoy sewing, reading, and am on the MIT Cheerleading team (go tech!)I can't wait to work with you!

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Jacob
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
1+ Years Tutoring

I recently graduated from MIT with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. I have worked for companies such as Apple and Oculus VR as well as various MIT labs. In my free time, I love to exercise and read.

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Andrew
PhD Boston University • BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
1+ Years Tutoring

I have taught intellectual property law for the past two years and SAT preparation for the past 10 years. I am a great tutor because not only are my fundamental verbal and quantitative skills strong, but I am able to communicate my reasoning and problem solving skills quickly and clearly.

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Theresa
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
3+ Years Tutoring

I am a sophomore at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, majoring in music and computational biology. I have always had a passion for teaching, and have experience tutoring students in a wide range of grade levels and subjects throughout my years in middle school, high school, and my freshman year at MIT through the Academic Teaching Initiative. I hope to help, and have had past success in helping, students succeed at whatever their goals may be; improved grades, improved standardized test scores, even college admissions. I hope to not only aid students in reaching checkpoints, but also to give them the personal interest in their material and the curiosity to help them move forward and continue to succeed in the future. The majority of my experience lies in tutoring middle school and high school math, middle school science, and biology, but I am also qualified to tutor high school science, a large number of AP exams, the PSAT, and the ACT. Given my current status as an undergraduate student, I am also uniquely able to offer mentoring and advice to any student interested in student life in college and college admissions. More than anything, I strive to be an approachable and reliable tutor whom my students feel that they can be comfortable with, because it is when a student is aware that their teacher is on their side that they feel comfortable thinking and asking questions in the ways that will help them grow. In my free time, I study music and vocal pedagogy, practice makeup artistry, and watch films.

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Laurel
MS University of California-Santa Cruz • BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
1+ Years Tutoring

I have a B.S. in Physics from MIT, and a M.Sci. in Astrophysics from UC Santa Cruz, where I conducted research on black holes and exoplanets. I've been doing (and teaching) high level math and physics full time during my stint in grad school, and look forward to passing on my expertise to you.I have extensive teaching experience, with subjects ranging from basic math, to SAT and GRE test prep, to college- and graduate-level physics. I've worked with high school students, 10 year olds, and folks old enough to be my parents, all with great success.If you find math and physics difficult, and are looking for a tutor who can demystify them for you: I would love to help you out!If you love math and physics, and have exhausted other teachers' knowledge but would still like to learn more: I would also love to help you out!In addition to wielding math and science skills for fun and profit, I design and sew clothes whilst half-listening to podcasts about history and technology.

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Kathryn
BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
2+ Years Tutoring

I am a senior studying computer science at MIT. I have 5+ years experience teaching students through nonprofit organizations, private tutoring, and being a teaching assistant for MIT courses. I have experience teaching computer science, math, and SAT to students ranging from middle school to college. I hope to help students reach their goals and gain a love for learning.

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Adriana
Current Undergrad Student, Urban Studies Massachusetts Institute of Technology
10+ Years Tutoring

Hi! My name is Adriana, and I'm an MIT undergrad studying Urban Planning. I loved math in science in school, but know that it can be frustrating and easy to dislike when taught in a way that is difficult to understand, or when it seems useless and pointless to learn. My goal is to get students not only to perform well in these subjects, but to fully comprehend and enjoy them.

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Tutors who attended or graduated from MIT bring exceptional academic credentials and deep subject expertise. These tutors have completed rigorous coursework in their fields and demonstrated mastery of complex material across engineering, mathematics, science, and other disciplines. Beyond their MIT education, many tutors have additional experience in their fields, whether through research, industry work, or years of teaching. When you work with an MIT-educated tutor, you're learning from someone who has successfully navigated some of the most challenging coursework available.

MIT tutors understand the level of rigor and problem-solving skills needed to excel in advanced subjects. They've learned how to break down complex concepts, recognize common misconceptions, and teach material in multiple ways—skills they developed while mastering their own challenging coursework. This background allows them to anticipate where students struggle, explain concepts from different angles, and help students develop the strong foundational understanding needed for success in competitive academic environments. Additionally, these tutors often understand the specific culture and expectations of selective colleges and institutions.

MIT tutors are particularly strong in mathematics, physics, chemistry, engineering, and computer science—the core subjects that define MIT's curriculum. However, many MIT graduates are also skilled in economics, biology, standardized test preparation, and college-level writing. The MIT curriculum requires students to master fundamental concepts across multiple STEM disciplines, so these tutors often bring interdisciplinary knowledge to their teaching. Whether you need help with calculus, organic chemistry, programming, thermodynamics, or test prep for competitive exams, you can connect with a tutor whose background aligns with your needs.

Learning from an MIT graduate or student offers unique advantages: you benefit from someone who has solved difficult problems at the highest level, understands how to approach complex material systematically, and knows what excellence looks like in rigorous academic settings. These tutors can share insights into effective study strategies, how to approach problem-solving in STEM fields, and how to build conceptual understanding rather than relying on memorization. If you're preparing for college, working toward a selective program, or pursuing advanced studies in science and engineering, an MIT-educated tutor can help you develop the thinking patterns and skills that lead to success in these fields.

Yes. Tutors with MIT backgrounds understand what selective colleges look for and can help you build strong foundational skills in STEM subjects. If you're aiming for competitive universities or preparing for advanced courses like AP Calculus, AP Physics, or IB Higher Level subjects, these tutors have lived experience with that level of material. They can help you develop problem-solving strategies, learn to explain your reasoning clearly, and build confidence with challenging content—all skills that strengthen both your academic performance and your college applications. Many students benefit from working with someone who has navigated similar academic paths.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors whose background and expertise match your needs. When you're looking for a tutor from MIT, you can specify this preference, and the service will help match you with qualified tutors who attended or graduated from MIT. The matching process considers your subject, your goals, your learning style, and the specific tutor's experience and availability. This personalized approach ensures that you work with someone whose background and teaching style are the right fit for your situation.

Absolutely. Advanced students often benefit greatly from working with tutors who can challenge them appropriately and introduce them to the deeper conceptual frameworks of a subject. MIT-educated tutors can help you move beyond memorizing procedures to truly understanding the principles behind the material. They're comfortable working with students who ask sophisticated questions, want to explore topics in depth, or are preparing for olympiad competitions, research opportunities, or advanced university programs. If you're looking to strengthen your understanding at an elite level, an MIT-educated tutor can provide the intellectual rigor and expertise to match your ambitions.

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