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Samantha: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my students become confident and self-sufficient learners!
Education & Certification
Duke University - Bachelors, Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions
Harvard Medical School - Current Grad Student, MD
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Olivia: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
...as well as organizational skills, are critical to a student's level of confidence and advancement in any subject. I understand that each individual student has a unique approach to learning, and I try to pinpoint the most effective study and comprehension strategies for each of my students, so that he or she feels that his or her time is being used effectively, and so he or she can utilize new tools for success in future...
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Harvard University - Current Undergrad Student, Biomedical Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 760
Diego: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
Hi! I am an engineering student at Northeastern University who loves helping people out with all subjects. Standardized tests are just a game against the clock that we can improve in so many ways. ... I have two philosophies. 1. Practice makes perfect. 2. There's an angle to everything. I think there is always more than one way to approach a problem, and typically the test tries to make you think you need to take the...
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Northeastern University - Current Undergrad, Industrial Engineering
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 31
Davis: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
...Chemistry. I excelled in my program with a Biology GPA of 3.77. I am extremely passionate about the material, and enjoy tutoring as a way of keeping Biology in my life. While in school I tutored for a student-run nonprofit called Chance tutoring, In this role I tutored middle and High school students in subjects ranging from statistics to SAT prep. I also taught two Chemistry 101 lab sections. In addition to my teaching experience...
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Duke University - Bachelors, Biology, General
MCAT: 41
Nick: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
...ability to provide the most effective tutorials as well as his ability to analyze his student's unique learning style and approach and offer observation and advice. When it comes to studying for the LSAT, it's 33% learning the test, 33% sustaining motivation, and 34% evaluation of one's approach/style. As a tutor, I see my job as supporting a student in all three ways, more like a personal trainer than a teacher. I've seen how to...
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Wake Forest University - Bachelors, Philosophy
LSAT: 173
Greg: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
...and believe that one-on-one guidance can be a strong aid not just for school, but really for any life activity. I have experience tutoring elementary, middle, and high school students but am willing to teach at any level. My specialties lie in the sciences and with my strong research background I am not a stranger to navigating and explaining what seems like daunting concepts. Going beyond the technical details of each subject, I believe that...
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Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 740
Esty: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
...out at all skill levels (elementary through college). Excelling in these studies myself, I guide my students on study skills, tricks and trades to the subject, and how to best tackle difficult problems. I cater to the learning styles of all students and try my best to find the easiest way for us to tackle a challenging subject so that once on your own, you feel confident in your abilities to excel.
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Dartmouth College - Bachelors, Biology, Geography
Tufts University - Masters, Conservation Medicine
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
Darian: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
...it's taking forever to learn/do that problem set/get your work done. It feels super frustrating. Other times, a concept just doesn't make sense. Other people might say that it does, and that makes you feel a little bad. I have been in that situation so many times and I know exactly how that feels. But I have always decided to keep going, no matter how hard the obstacles. I have worked hard in school and...
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Boston University - Current Undergrad, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Verbal: 720
SAT Writing: 730
Erin: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
...Boston University's College of Communication in the fall to pursue my Master of Science in Journalism. Outside of tutoring and school, I enjoy listening to NPR (#careergoals), reading (anything and everything!), and traveling. My most recent big trip was to the Caribbean, but I also travel within the Northeast a fair amount; I just got back from a week in New Hampshire and Boston. Before the Caribbean, I spent three weeks in London as part...
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Union College - Bachelors, English
Boston University - Current Grad Student, Journalism
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 34
SAT Writing: 730
Stephanie: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
...Dartmouth College with a degree in Psychology and Education, and have a masters degree in Teaching. I'm passionate about helping my students build a love for learning and develop strong problem solving skills. I specialize in math and psychology tutoring. I scored an 800 on SAT math, and a 5 on BC Calculus and Statistics APs. I believe that all students have a right to a high quality and rigorous education, and make sure to...
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Dartmouth College - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Charles Sposato Graduate School of Education - Masters in Education, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Deirdre: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
...the sciences, particularly chemistry. Despite my love for these subjects, they have not come easily to me always. I know that Chemistry can have a particularly sharp learning curve for students and I worked through that myself, developing study and problem solving techniques that eventually led me to score a 5 on the AP Chemistry exam. History also requires a lot of time and effort, especially with memorization, synthesis, and learning how to craft an...
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Harvard University - Bachelors, History and Science, Pre-Medical Studies
National University of Ireland-Galway - Masters, Gender, Globalisation and Rights
Emily: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
A hardworking and organized student and worker, who is eager to learn, teach, and contribute to the community.
Education & Certification
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 740
Katie: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
...Honors College. I am a member of the BU D1 dance team 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...
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Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 34
Sean: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
...a math minor. I have been tutoring for more than 6 years. For 2.5 years, I taught math to Cornell Engineering undergraduates, and I looked forward to it every week! On Varsity Tutors, I tutor up to college level mathematics and physics, test prep (including AP courses, and SAT reading/writing). Explaining difficult math and science concepts in plain English is my forte. I love teaching and will be glad to help anyone become an independent...
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Cornell University - Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 730
Ryan: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
...double major in International Affairs and Business with minors in Spanish and Global Social Entrepreneurship. Before college, I attended the Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts, "one of sixteen public, residential high schools in the country specializing in the education of gifted and talented students who have an interest and aptitude for mathematics and science." For the past two years, I've served as an Honors Mentor and Resident Assistant. Additionally, I've served over...
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Northeastern University - Current Undergrad, International Affairs & Business
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Robert: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
...Arts in Spanish in 2012. I spent my last college semester studying in Peru, and stayed there for another 16 months where I worked at a language center teaching English to the locals and Spanish to the tourists. I am a certified Medical Interpreter in Massachusetts for Spanish. I love languages and experiencing other cultures. I have had experience working as a Spanish tutor from High school and throughout college. In my spare time, I...
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University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Tahmid: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
I am currently an undergraduate student at Wesleyan University and am majoring in molecular biology and biochemistry. At Wesleyan, I've been a member of the Science Outreach program, where we teach scientific concepts to students at local elementary schools. This experience has been extremely rewarding and has made me interested in helping other students as well.
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Wesleyan University - Current Undergrad, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 740
Mike: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
...and it makes me happy to accompany students on their journey to overcome their struggles and arrive at success. I am a likeable tutor who listens and observes well, and provides clear direction. I am able to understand subject matter deeply while being able to break down complex methods into small and easily understandable steps. I am very creative in coming up with unique ways for you to understand concepts that you are struggling with....
Education & Certification
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Masters, MBA
Daniel: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
At the core, I love learning and find it fun. In teaching, I try to convey that sense of fun to my students. I use a variety of techniques depending on my student's learning style, but I always focus on the fun of learning new things.... In a first session with a student, I would introduce the basic concepts and core questions of the subject, and determine my student's learning style in order to plan future...
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Tufts University - Current Undergrad, Biomedical Engineering and Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 800
Larisa: Lawrence tutor
Certified Tutor in Lawrence, MA
...from Simmons College, an MA in philosophy from Tufts, and a PhD in philosophy from University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill. I have worked as a writing assistant and taught high school and college students a variety of subjects within philosophy including Bioethics, Ancient Philosophy, Philosophy of Law, Ethical Theory, and Intro to Philosophy. In addition to philosophy, I am comfortable tutoring GRE Verbal and Analytical Writing, writing more generally, bioethics/medical humanities, and psychology....
Education & Certification
Simmons College - Bachelors, Philosophy and Psychology
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Current Grad Student, Philosophy (PhD)
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Lawrence, MA, is located in Essex County in the northern part of the state. It is a city that has a population of over 95,000 people and once was home to the famous poet Robert Frost. Lawrence is only about 25 miles north of Boston. It is a great city, built in the 1840s, with a thriving industries that relied on the strength of the Merrimack River to run their mills. Lawrence is also known as the "Immigrant City," having a very high population of residents who were not born in the United States. This gives the city a very culturally diverse feel, with great dining options from all over the world right in its local restaurants.
There are 32 public schools in Lawrence, including several charter schools. They are managed by the Lawrence Public School System. The system includes Community Day Charter Public School and Lawrence High School. Connecting with a Lawrence, MA, tutor is one way to try to get an edge on the competition and put yourself in a position to get into the most prestigious schools. Lawrence is also home to three colleges/universities. For students looking to further their education beyond high school, expert online tutoring from Lawrence, MA, tutors could help you work towards success in your test prep and coursework. Private tutoring in Lawrence, MA, for test prep instruction, which is available online and in-home, is a great way to make the effort to try to get accepted into and excel at an elite school.
There is a lot to see and do in Lawrence. Visitors can take a walk or ride on the Spicket River Greenway. It is a 3.5-mile paved trail that connects parks and neighborhoods along the riverfront. The Merrimack River has a large public access boating program called Greater Lawrence Community Boating. It provides boating opportunities, including a summer rowing team, classes to learn to row, and competitive rowing. There are also courses in sailing held for anyone age nine and up. Den Rock Park, just outside Lawrence, is a wooded preserve that includes over 120 acres of walking trails, access to the Shawsheen River, and various scenic areas and overlooks.
Hoping to further your education through private instruction? If you are looking to relocate to Lawrence, or you already live here and need assistance with coursework and test prep, Lawrence, MA, tutors are available to students in the area. Tutors can either work with you in-home or online with whatever tutoring needs you have.
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