...I have helped many students improve their SAT scores by as many as 100 points, just by showing them the strategies necessary to answer the Reading questions more quickly and with greater accuracy. I have helped many of my students improve their SAT Writing scores by as many as 100 points, simpl... (read more)
...I thoroughly enjoy working one on one with students and tailoring lessons, activities, and approaches to fit the needs of that one individual. I also enjoy getting to know the student and his or her interests outside of academics. I am open and energetic, caring and compassionate, well-trained and perceptive. (read more)
...I enjoy teaching, mentoring, and aspiring students to explore the world of possibilities in STEM. I have 2-3 years of experience teaching and tutoring students in math and science courses. I am also passionate about helping students with public speaking since this is a skill that everyone uses no matter what career path you choose. (read more)
...I have been doing a lot of tutoring in the last five years at all levels and I am struck by how unprepared students are and how new ideas about education like the "flipped classroom" and "inquiry learning" result in lack of skills. Students are not getting the ideas in a way that can carry over ... (read more)
...While at Harvard, Lucia was not just a Bureau of Study Council Tutor, but also a tutor for students seeking to pass the United States Citizenship Exam. As part of her job, she was specifically assigned to work with students who required extra instruction in order to pass the English language requirement. Today, all of her students are proud American citizens! (read more)