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Karen P. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Karen P.
60/hour

Near Needham, MA

Writing - All Levels (including ACT, SAT, GRE, Science, and Higher Ed)

In addition to teaching (and tutoring) English Language Arts, I have been providing my private students with instruction in Core Subjects and Study Skills (Science, Math, History, and English K-11), SAT, ACT, AP, GRE Preparation, and College Admissions Support Services for over 15 years. My Curriculum Vitae and...

4.9 (509)
60/hour
3,038 hours tutoring
Response time: 35 minutes

In addition to teaching (and tutoring) English Language Arts, I have been providing my private students with instruction in Core Subjects and Study Skills (Science, Math, History, and English K-11), SAT, ACT, AP, GRE Preparation, and College Admissions Support Services for over 15 years. My Curriculum Vitae and...

Jean Marie G. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jean Marie G.
155/hour

Near Needham, MA

Experienced ACT math tutor!

I have tutored ACT math for over four years, helping dozens of students on this exam. I'm very familiar with the ACT exam - I worked for a startup for 1.5 years writing test prep questions for the ACT test as well as other standardized tests.

5.0 (52)
155/hour
412 hours tutoring

I have tutored ACT math for over four years, helping dozens of students on this exam. I'm very familiar with the ACT exam - I worked for a startup for 1.5 years writing test prep questions for the ACT test as well as other standardized tests.

John L. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
John L.
99/hour

Near Needham, MA

ACT Reading Specialist, Proven Results

I work with students to improve ACT Reading performance by teaching a repeatable approach to passage analysis and question selection. The emphasis is on evidence based reading, eliminating distractors efficiently, and managing time across passages. Each session is tailored to the student’s reading style and...

5.0 (266)
99/hour
1,185 hours tutoring
Response time: 42 minutes

I work with students to improve ACT Reading performance by teaching a repeatable approach to passage analysis and question selection. The emphasis is on evidence based reading, eliminating distractors efficiently, and managing time across passages. Each session is tailored to the student’s reading style and...

Esther G. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Esther G.
225/hour

Near Needham, MA

MIT Physics Grad Specializing in Math/Physics Tutoring

I've been tutoring students in math and physics for over a decade. In my time as a tutor, I've come to realize that 90% of the time, tutoring is about asking the right questions. With the right questions, students can find answers on their own, and truly build their problem-solving muscles. I started tutoring at...

5.0 (476)
225/hour
2,341 hours tutoring
Response time: 4 minutes

I've been tutoring students in math and physics for over a decade. In my time as a tutor, I've come to realize that 90% of the time, tutoring is about asking the right questions. With the right questions, students can find answers on their own, and truly build their problem-solving muscles. I started tutoring at...

Aalok S. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Aalok S.
200/hour

Near Needham, MA

SAT/ACT/GRE/GMAT Specialist - scored 720 on GMAT

I am honored to be recognized as one of Wyzant's finest (top 0.3%). I can help students who are struggling, students who are looking to excel, and everyone else in between. SAT/ACT is my specialty! In fact, I've trained other tutors as well. I also excel at the GRE/GMAT, scoring a 720 on my...

5.0 (482)
200/hour
1,536 hours tutoring

I am honored to be recognized as one of Wyzant's finest (top 0.3%). I can help students who are struggling, students who are looking to excel, and everyone else in between. SAT/ACT is my specialty! In fact, I've trained other tutors as well. I also excel at the GRE/GMAT, scoring a 720 on my...

Jessica T. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jessica T.
200/hour

Near Needham, MA

Experienced Math Teacher for SAT, ACT, and College Prep

As a math teacher and tutor with over 9 years of experience, I am passionate about helping students have a positive and empowering college application process. I have ample experience tutoring students to get higher scores on their standardized tests, writing and editing college essays, and comparing what college might...

5.0 (78)
200/hour
252 hours tutoring

As a math teacher and tutor with over 9 years of experience, I am passionate about helping students have a positive and empowering college application process. I have ample experience tutoring students to get higher scores on their standardized tests, writing and editing college essays, and comparing what college might...

Evelyn K. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Evelyn K.
85/hour

Near Needham, MA

ACT English Expert

My recipe for Success = Content + Strategy + Practice + Pacing. I will teach you the most common grammar and language skills tested on the ACT, give you lots of practice, analyze your errors, target your weakness, and show you strategies for picking the CORRECT answer.

4.9 (95)
85/hour
289 hours tutoring

My recipe for Success = Content + Strategy + Practice + Pacing. I will teach you the most common grammar and language skills tested on the ACT, give you lots of practice, analyze your errors, target your weakness, and show you strategies for picking the CORRECT answer.

Louis G. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Louis G.
45/hour

Near Needham, MA

Professional Tutor with 6+ Years Experience in Math & Science

I am a graduate of Boston College and an experienced tutor specializing in math, natural sciences, and English mechanics. I have worked as a tutor since 2019 and have spent multiple years as a full-time tutor, assisting students in SAT and ACT test preparation, physics, math, geology, astronomy, and English. I...

45/hour
9 hours tutoring

I am a graduate of Boston College and an experienced tutor specializing in math, natural sciences, and English mechanics. I have worked as a tutor since 2019 and have spent multiple years as a full-time tutor, assisting students in SAT and ACT test preparation, physics, math, geology, astronomy, and English. I...

Abby K. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Abby K.
125/hour

Near Needham, MA

ACT: easy to understand grammar explanations, strategy, essay advice

I have a BA from Michigan and an MA in Journalism from Harvard, over 20 years of professional writing experience, and almost 10 years of experience helping students prepare for the SAT and ACT reading comp, grammar, and essay writing sections.

4.9 (476)
125/hour
2,118 hours tutoring

I have a BA from Michigan and an MA in Journalism from Harvard, over 20 years of professional writing experience, and almost 10 years of experience helping students prepare for the SAT and ACT reading comp, grammar, and essay writing sections.

Simon C. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Simon C.
45/hour

Near Needham, MA

CMU Grad for Programming, Math, Biology

Hello, I’m Simon! I graduated from University of Washington with Bachelor’s degrees in informatics and biology. I just completed my Master’s in the computational biology program at Carnegie Mellon University. During my time in undergrad and graduate school, it was the dedication and commitment from many of my...

5.0 (19)
45/hour
62 hours tutoring
Response time: 19 minutes

Hello, I’m Simon! I graduated from University of Washington with Bachelor’s degrees in informatics and biology. I just completed my Master’s in the computational biology program at Carnegie Mellon University. During my time in undergrad and graduate school, it was the dedication and commitment from many of my...

Valerie L. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Valerie L.
150/hour

Near Needham, MA

STEM Admissions Expert | 14yr Scientist | Research & Essay Specialist

Start standing out! In a 2025 admissions cycle flooded with AI-generated essays, I help students find their authentic voice to capture the attention of top-tier admissions officers, who are trained to identify inauthentic writing. As a research and consulting scientist with 14 years of experience, I don't just "check...

5.0 (837)
150/hour
6,272 hours tutoring

Start standing out! In a 2025 admissions cycle flooded with AI-generated essays, I help students find their authentic voice to capture the attention of top-tier admissions officers, who are trained to identify inauthentic writing. As a research and consulting scientist with 14 years of experience, I don't just "check...

Devika A. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Devika A.
200/hour

Near Needham, MA

Expert LSAT tutor (176) with T3 and T6 law school acceptances

I received a 36 on the ACT, including a 36 on the English and Reading sections, and have tutored hundreds of students (across different experience levels) in the ACT.

5.0 (3)
200/hour
12 hours tutoring

I received a 36 on the ACT, including a 36 on the English and Reading sections, and have tutored hundreds of students (across different experience levels) in the ACT.

Steve M. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Steve M.
140/hour

Near Needham, MA

Expert ACT Tutor

I've been coaching ACT English for years, including with some of the top firms in the US and abroad. Students of mine have regularly gotten into top schools, and the skills I teach on the test are applicable far beyond the exam itself. I look forward to working with you!

5.0 (36)
140/hour
367 hours tutoring

I've been coaching ACT English for years, including with some of the top firms in the US and abroad. Students of mine have regularly gotten into top schools, and the skills I teach on the test are applicable far beyond the exam itself. I look forward to working with you!

April M. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
April M.
50/hour

Near Needham, MA

English/Writing Tutor with College Teaching Experience

A graduate of the Master of Professional Writing program at USC, I taught freshman composition at the university for two years while earning my degree. Prior to graduate school, I worked for two years as an associate editor for a Boston-based educational publishing company, where I wrote and edited a series of storybooks...

5.0 (8)
50/hour
49 hours tutoring

A graduate of the Master of Professional Writing program at USC, I taught freshman composition at the university for two years while earning my degree. Prior to graduate school, I worked for two years as an associate editor for a Boston-based educational publishing company, where I wrote and edited a series of storybooks...

Galina G. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Galina G.
150/hour

Near Needham, MA

Tutor Specializing in Math, Chemistry, and Physics

Hi everyone! My name is Galina and I would love to help you with your tutoring needs! I’ve been a tutor for about 15 years and have helped 50+ students in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, precalculus, calculus, chemistry, and physics. Some have been shorter engagements while others have evolved into multi-year...

4.9 (94)
150/hour
308 hours tutoring

Hi everyone! My name is Galina and I would love to help you with your tutoring needs! I’ve been a tutor for about 15 years and have helped 50+ students in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, precalculus, calculus, chemistry, and physics. Some have been shorter engagements while others have evolved into multi-year...

Ajay Z. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ajay Z.
150/hour

Near Needham, MA

Learning should be fun! (Official Top Tutor!)

I have tutored both the ACT and the SAT multiple times.

4.9 (620)
150/hour
2,088 hours tutoring

I have tutored both the ACT and the SAT multiple times.

Peter A. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Peter A.
500/hour

Near Needham, MA

Top-Tier ACT Tutor

I scored a 36 on the ACT English Test because I knew what to expect on test day. In addition to a comprehensive review of the relevant grammar rules, I teach students specific strategies for dealing with questions in the two areas tested - Usage/Mechanics and Rhetorical Skills - as well as how to anticipate...

5.0 (276)
500/hour
967 hours tutoring

I scored a 36 on the ACT English Test because I knew what to expect on test day. In addition to a comprehensive review of the relevant grammar rules, I teach students specific strategies for dealing with questions in the two areas tested - Usage/Mechanics and Rhetorical Skills - as well as how to anticipate...

Jonathan P. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jonathan P.
90/hour

Near Needham, MA

Articulate Yale Grad with Strengths in STEM Subjects and Humanities

I worked for four years with one of the leading in-home tutoring groups in the area, helping students prepare for the SAT, ACT, as well as Math and Science subject tests. I've had particular success with improving scores on the Science section of the ACT as the skills required involve those of both...

4.9 (456)
90/hour
2,180 hours tutoring

I worked for four years with one of the leading in-home tutoring groups in the area, helping students prepare for the SAT, ACT, as well as Math and Science subject tests. I've had particular success with improving scores on the Science section of the ACT as the skills required involve those of both...

Darby Jo Q. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Darby Jo Q.
60/hour

Near Needham, MA

Professional Tutor 9+ years

I adore teaching students new vocabulary, and incorporating it into our lessons. I understand multiple writing styles, and have tutored for AP Language & Arts, AP Literature, the SATs in Reading and Writing, the ACTs in English and Reading, Honors-level courses, and college-level Writing courses.

5.0 (393)
60/hour
1,400 hours tutoring
Response time: 22 minutes

I adore teaching students new vocabulary, and incorporating it into our lessons. I understand multiple writing styles, and have tutored for AP Language & Arts, AP Literature, the SATs in Reading and Writing, the ACTs in English and Reading, Honors-level courses, and college-level Writing courses.

Sarah H. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sarah H.
75/hour

Near Needham, MA

Offering online tutoring services as well as in-person tutoring

I would be happy to talk to you about your goals and how I may be able to support! Reading, English, Literature, Proofreading, Public Speaking, Writing, Editing, ACT, LSAT, Bar Exam (UBE, including the MEE, MPT, and MBE).

75/hour
20 hours tutoring

I would be happy to talk to you about your goals and how I may be able to support! Reading, English, Literature, Proofreading, Public Speaking, Writing, Editing, ACT, LSAT, Bar Exam (UBE, including the MEE, MPT, and MBE).

Bri H. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Bri H.
145/hour

Near Needham, MA

PhD Candidate Specializing in Biology and the Natural World

In tandem with these, I am also an ideal candidate for test prep, having performed well on the tests I have faced along the course of my own educational journey, including AP biology, AP chemistry, AP psychology, the SAT / ACT, and the GRE. I am also qualified to tutor for a variety of Regents exams (Living...

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5.0 (216)
145/hour
837 hours tutoring
Response time: 27 minutes

In tandem with these, I am also an ideal candidate for test prep, having performed well on the tests I have faced along the course of my own educational journey, including AP biology, AP chemistry, AP psychology, the SAT / ACT, and the GRE. I am also qualified to tutor for a variety of Regents exams (Living...

Drew S. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Drew S.
125/hour

Near Needham, MA

Harvard Graduate of Humanities and College Admissions Tutor

Hello! My name is Drew. I hold a bachelor's degree in humanities from Harvard University. During my time as an undergraduate, I was involved in various extracurricular writing projects, including script writing and editing for student plays, local performances, and video projects. I also assisted prospective students...

5.0 (24)
125/hour
45 hours tutoring

Hello! My name is Drew. I hold a bachelor's degree in humanities from Harvard University. During my time as an undergraduate, I was involved in various extracurricular writing projects, including script writing and editing for student plays, local performances, and video projects. I also assisted prospective students...

Ian O. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ian O.
80/hour

Near Needham, MA

Experienced High School and Test Prep Math and Physics Tutor

Hello, my name is Ian. I am a current undergraduate student at Harvard University, and I have experience tutoring people from ages 14-18. I specialize in Mathematics and Physics at the AP/IB level, and I have helped many students achieve SAT scores in the 1400+ range with many perfect scores in the math section. I have a...

5.0 (24)
80/hour
92 hours tutoring
Response time: 42 minutes

Hello, my name is Ian. I am a current undergraduate student at Harvard University, and I have experience tutoring people from ages 14-18. I specialize in Mathematics and Physics at the AP/IB level, and I have helped many students achieve SAT scores in the 1400+ range with many perfect scores in the math section. I have a...

John S. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
John S.
50/hour

Near Needham, MA

ACT Prep from 98th Percentile Taker with 5 Years of Experience

5 years of teaching experience; Have seen numerous students go from 25 to 33+ on the ACT; 98th percentile test taker of SAT when I took the exam in high school, I get 36s on the ACT exams that I take now; Bachelor’s degree in Math from USC

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5.0 (40)
50/hour
112 hours tutoring
Response time: 11 minutes

5 years of teaching experience; Have seen numerous students go from 25 to 33+ on the ACT; 98th percentile test taker of SAT when I took the exam in high school, I get 36s on the ACT exams that I take now; Bachelor’s degree in Math from USC

Sascha C. Near Needham, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sascha C.
99/hour

Near Needham, MA

College Prof (PhD): SAT/AP prep, History, Lit, Research/Writing

I hold a PhD in history from Brandeis University, and I have been an instructor of first year writing seminars and 200-level college courses in the humanities (primarily U.S. history) for over a decade now. I love to help high school students succeed in their English and history classes, and to help college students...

5.0 (29)
99/hour
106 hours tutoring

I hold a PhD in history from Brandeis University, and I have been an instructor of first year writing seminars and 200-level college courses in the humanities (primarily U.S. history) for over a decade now. I love to help high school students succeed in their English and history classes, and to help college students...

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Kedran W.

21 ACT lessons

John tutored our son, who attends a prestigious high school, on all of the ACT Subjects: ACT Math, ACT Science, ACT English, ACT Reading. John also provided ACT Test Taking Skills, Time Management, Good and Best Practices. My son felt extremely confident in his preparedness for the ACT Test. John has a mentoring and calm approach that instills a sense of confidence in his students. John was also flexible and accommodating in scheduling the tutoring appointments.
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12 ACT lessons

We are using him for ACT prep and can already see the confidence in my son's test taking during ACT practice tests. I know by the time the ACT is taken he will have the confidence to do well. We received our son's ACT test results today and because of all the work James did to help my son, he increased his ACT score from a 23 on the practice ACT to a 27 on the actual ACT. Preparing for round 2 of testing to see if second time does even better.
Justin S.

7 ACT lessons

Daniel has helped me to accomplish feeling confident in the subject's for my upcoming ACT Test. Daniel also was accommodating of my hectic sports schedule and worked out logistics and time to meet, I'm thankful for Daniel's time and Daniel's commitment to helping me to succeed on my ACT/SAT testing. Thank you Daniel! Our Family would like to Thank Daniel for preparing our son, Justin for the ACT Test and bringing up his ACT score by 5 points.
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