(271) Private tutors for lessons, class and homework help in Shirley
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Shell
Ivy League Grad Specializing in SAT/ACT Prep
- $200 / h
- 64 ratings
- Lexington , Massachusetts ( 02420 )
- 40 miles
When I began the college application process during my Sophomore & Junior years of high school, I was daunted by the thought of a standardized test. While my grades were excellent and my extracurriculars plentiful, my first pass at the SAT proved disappointing. And this came as no huge surprise: I have never excelled at test-taking. In response, I spent a full year practicing in earnest: I took dozens of practice tests, analyzed patterns, and identified strategies. The work paid off. At my s... Read more
Lara
Biology is within your reach
- $75 / h
- 244 ratings
- Medford , Massachusetts ( 02155 )
- 3 miles
I can help you organize the vocabulary and concepts of biology in a logical and simple framework. I studied Genetics, Developmental Biology, and Evolutionary Biology at the graduate level. With a Ph.D. in Biology, I think like a scientist and an educator automatically. You will not find a more qualified Biology tutor. It is worth it to learn biology well because we are biology. We also depend on and affect biology in our environment. It is also good to understand biology because it has been ... Read more
Randee
Dynamic, versatile tutor for core subject areas K-12
- $50 / h
- 106 ratings
- Westminster , Massachusetts ( 01473 )
- 15 miles
As a life-long learner, I believe the role of an educator is to inspire curiosity and creativity. It is so important that our kids have people to support them in their education; it is just as crucial that kids strive to be independent and active in the pursuit of their education. I emphasize with my students the need for trial and error. Sometimes that means seeing things a few times, from different perspectives, working backwards or inside out. We all learn differently, and that sho... Read more
Steve
Math & Physics Tutor for High School - Teacher and Engineer
- $115 / h
- 790 ratings
- Acton , Massachusetts ( 01720 )
- 7 miles
I'm a high school math teacher and tutor, MA licensed and certified, tutoring students at grades 9-12. I'm a good teacher, listen and explain things well, enjoy teens and am patient and understanding. I have excellent tutoring references. I am the father of 3 teens, and have been a soccer coach, youth group leader, and scouting leader. I am also an engineering and business professional with BS and MS degrees. I tutor Algebra, Geometry, Pre-calculus, Algebra 2, Analysis, Trigonometry, Calc... Read more
Andrew
Writing/ English Tutor
- $50 / h
- 114 ratings
- Lexington , Massachusetts ( 02421 )
- 8 miles
I have helped many students with preparation for tests, schoolwork, and effective study strategies. I work at Lexington High School in Massachusetts and have taught many SAT and ACT courses. Improving writing is a specialty. I can help boost the quality of academic subject work. I have been a teacher and tutor for twenty-five years, in professional settings and in both public and private schools. I have a Masters in Teaching and was an educational specialist at the Institute for Learning and ... Read more
Barbara
Effective AP Spanish Tutor; Mid and High School Spanish, Russian
- $95 / h
- 182 ratings
- North Chelmsford , Massachusetts ( 01863 )
- 10 miles
I grade AP Spanish exams each June for the Education Testing Service (ETS). I have years of experience working with students taking AP Spanish, how to break each exam section down and how to score high. I hold Massachusetts Department of Education certification in Spanish and I have been a foreign language for over 20 years. I received my Bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts Boston, majoring in Russian with a minor in History, and a Master of Education program, specia... Read more
Jon
Knowledgeable Math, Science, SAT, ACT tutor - Harvard honors grad
- $100 / h
- 173 ratings
- Waban , Massachusetts ( 02468 )
- 15 miles
I'm an experienced math and science tutor specializing in Middle School, High School and early College classes, and SAT and ACT test preparation. I can help you with course work from algebra through calculus, and high school physics and chemistry (standard and AP). I'm friendly, warm, patient and easy to work with -- and I truly care about my students. I was valedictorian of my high school class and I have an honors degree in math from Harvard, where I also studied physics and psychology. A... Read more
Jack
Experienced Ivy League Test-Prep Tutor and College Admissions Advisor
- $140 / h
- 103 ratings
- Acton , Massachusetts ( 01720 )
- 32 miles
I have tutored hundreds of students, individually and in classroom settings, in the entire range of subjects assessed by standardized exams. My areas of expertise include math, reading comprehension, writing, and analytical ability. I have helped students compose college and graduate school application essays and personal statements. My tutoring experience began in my undergraduate years, when I was employed by the Columbia University Tutoring Service. Since then, I have helped students prepa... Read more
Jason
Vassar grad with 25+ years of math/science/test prep experience
- $80 / h
- 106 ratings
- Hudson , Massachusetts ( 01749 )
- 40 miles
I have been working as a tutor at many Boston-area public and private schools, including: Winchester, Lexington, Newton, Wellesley public schools; BB+N, St. Mark's, Brooks, Rivers, Commonwealth. Much of my experience has been with high-functioning students with learning differences (dyslexia, Asperger's, ADHD, etc.), working to help them find ways to apply their strengths to the areas of concern. I have tutored high school math + science coursework, as well as general executive functioning, a... Read more
Pamela
Experienced teacher supports student success in skill building
- $100 / h
- 2184 ratings
- Lexington , Massachusetts ( 02421 )
- 20 miles
I have taught students diagnosed with ADD/ADHD for many years in the classroom, in small groups and individually. I also grew up with brothers with the diagnosis. I have given workshops on working with such students. Working with students with ADD/ADHD involves capturing and sustaining their attention by a multi-sensory approach, changing approache Read more
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