The Best Study Skills Tutors in Newton, MA

Spanish and Italian I have been teaching Spanish and Italian on the college level for nearly 15 years. It is ironic that I was told, after having taken a standardized aptitude test on language in junior high school, I could never learn another language. Apparently, the test was faulty. It is my conviction that anyone...See Robert's full profile

I assist my students to develop their focus by identifying and eliminating distractions, establishing and maintaining a routine, having a positive mental attitude, develop organizational skills, engage their brain to improve memory and analysis skills, take better quality notes, improve time management and avoid...See Michael's full profile

I received my J.D. degree with honors after 3 years of extensive and intensive application of study skills that I had acquired and refined in my previous tiers of school. In recent years, I have realized that I also have a real knack for teaching study skills and other subjects. I look forward to hearing...See M. Reza's full profile

Third year medical student at Harvard Medical School with 10+ years of experience as a professional tutor and graduate/medical school admissions counselor. Experienced test prep tutor with scores >99th percentile on MCAT, GRE, AP exams, SAT, SAT subject test, and ACT exams. Successful mentor for students applying to...See Annie's full profile

I have a BA from Dartmouth College and nearly 15 years of tutoring experience. I teach my students to move forward in an organized, step-by-step manner. Examples of study skills methods I use include 1) writing possible quotes for papers on individual note cards that organize information/citations while...See Ashley's full profile

My name is Mahika, and I'm so glad you've found my tutoring profile. I recently graduated with High Honors with my BA in Religion, English Literature, and Psychology. I am currently a graduate student and can offer tutoring online or in person in the Harvard Square neighborhood of Cambridge. I would love to support your...See Mahika's full profile

As a prior high school math teacher and long time tutor, I have many strategies for helping students with their study skills. My goal with students is to give them tools that empower them to feel confident in navigating their school work. See Jessica's full profile

I have tutored middle and high school students for 14 years overwhelmed by or uninterested in homework and/or studying for and taking tests and provided them with methods, strategies, and skills to address issues of time management, organization, studying habits, note taking, effective reading and test taking.See Ellen's full profile

I’d love to guide students and adults through multiple phases of the job or college application process, such as resume building, writing a personal statement, and/or interviewing! I am also interested in working with younger students at the elementary level, whether that be building study skills or writing...See Grace's full profile

My track record in helping students establish effective study skills has been 100% successful. This success rate is due to my natural ability to be highly organized, strategic, and time efficient in all that I do. The best testimonials would come from my former students and my personal experience as a...See Michelle D.'s full profile

I have been teaching Algebra, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, ISEE, SSAT, PSAT, GED, SHSAT, HSPT, SAT and ACT Prep for almost 20 years. My experience ranges from teaching in person classes of up to 30 students, to one-on-one individualized programs both in person and remotely. I am passionate about helping my students learn the...See Patricia's full profile

An integral part of academic and test-prep tutoring consists of making sure students are studying effectively. I've seen too many students study very hard but not learn anything or retain anything. For study skills, I look to see exactly how the student seems to learn best (writing things down, visually...See Aalok's full profile

I teach vocabulary through: context, classification, etymology, and roots. I help students incorporate the words into into their everyday conversations as well as academic and creative writing. I teach study skills to help students learn specific vocabulary whether it be science related or literary. I use my own...See Evelyn's full profile

In the course of a tutoring career that has spanned more than 25 years, I have developed considerable expertise in improving my students' study skills. Having worked with students of all ages and ability levels, I have developed the ability to identify a student's unique barriers to studying, whether...See Jack's full profile

Hello! My name is Astrid and I'm excited to share my passion for all things Classics! I have 14 years of experience with Latin and 8 with Ancient Greek. I went to Johns Hopkins University as an undergraduate where I majored in Classics, with a minor in Near Eastern Studies. I then got my Master's degree from Columbia...See Anna-Astrid's full profile

My students were mostly bilingual, ESL, and ELD but performed on the proficient ELL level by the end of their course studies with me because I incorporated study skills, organizational methods, and executive decision-making into my course instruction. From 2005 to 2009, my students came into my grade 9 course with...See Karen's full profile

Summer is the time to work on your college essay! For the past 8 years, I have taught high school English and helped students get into Ivy League schools and Honors programs around the country, and I genuinely love helping with this assignment. My approach is simple, straight-forward, and focused on you as the...See Lindsay's full profile

I have worked with elementary, middle , high school and adult students in improving their performance in subjects and tests. Much of the tutoring in specific subjects as well as standardized test prep involves guidance on study skills and their applications. See Carole's full profile

I am qualified to tutor study skills for several reasons. I successfully completed a bachelor's in environmental science and a master's in earth science as an a student. During my work on my master's, I was a teaching assistant who successfully helped college freshmen learn how to think about...See Valerie's full profile

In January 2016 , Wyzant named its "Top 250 Tutors in 2015" and I am very proud to be on that list! It was such an honor to be recognized! More recently, the CEO of Wyzant recognized me as being in top 99% of all tutors ever on Wyzant. Wow! The following vignette tells you almost everything you need to know about me and...See Ajay's full profile

In addition, I have worked as an in-home tutor for Study Smart in Newton preparing students for SAT and SSAT tests as well as assisting students in math, English, study skills, and organization skills. I formerly tutored at The Fessenden School in West Newton and taught writing, math, and study skills at...See Jim's full profile

I am able to help students develop study skills and help them be better organized in the ways that they study. Having been a college professor for over thirty years I am able to understand students needs in help in trying to figure out how to study. Many students need help with this skill on all levels. I begin...See Trudi's full profile

...Prefecture, teaching English there for three years. I am currently working toward passing the JLPT N1 and ACTFL's OPI at the advanced level. I tutor Study Skills, ESL and Writing as well. ***Cancellation Policy*** 24 Hours + = no charge Within 24 Hours = 1/4 session rate No Show = 1/2 session rate...See David's full profile

With more than 20 years of professional writing and teaching experience and a master's in journalism from Harvard, I know what it takes to write well, and I can teach you how to conquer writer's block, say what's in your heart and mind, make yourself understood, stand out from thousands of applicants ... and get good...See Abby's full profile

I received an A in both Organic Chemistry I and II, and have one student I am currently tutoring in Organic Chemistry. I worked as a Peer Academic Coach at the UT Learning Center for two semesters, where I organized lessons to help UT students one-on-one with study skills and test taking, which are imperative for...See Rose's full profile