The Best Study Skills Tutors in Newton, MA

With over 10 years of tutoring experience and a background in teaching Chemistry at Harvard, I bring a holistic, personalized approach to every student I work with. My focus is on helping students strengthen their understanding, confidence, and learning strategies—so they can succeed both academically and...See Emma's full profile

I am qualified to tutor in study skills because I am a successful student. I have been successful at the high school, college and graduate levels of study. I am currently a PhD student in a philosophy graduate program. In order to succeed as a student, one must develop effective study habits and organizational...See Sean's full profile

Many students discover that college challenges them in ways high school never did. It’s not about intelligence or motivation; it’s about arriving on campus with the right study skills and habits to thrive in a completely different environment. In college, professors expect students to manage their own time,...See Mitch'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

As a tutor, my goal is two-fold: (1) To fill-in missing concepts in students' knowledge of a subject, and (2) To teach students subject-specific skills and to increase confidence & independence. My methodology will ensure that students see the LOGIC of any subject, are able to make CONNECTIONS between concepts, and...See Anna's full profile

I am an experienced science and math tutor with a strong academic background in Earth Science and Sustainability. I am currently pursuing an MSc in Sustainable Energy Science at the Iceland School of Energy and hold a B.S. in Environmental Science with a concentration in Earth Science from Rice University. My academic...See Lucian's full profile

In my graduate program, we have covered the topics of cognition and learning (cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, executive functioning related disorders) which have all given me the skill to aid in teaching study skills. See Sarah'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 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

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

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

Hi, I'm Deika! I am an experienced test prep tutor, having tutored hundreds of students over the course of 5+ years in subjects including ACT/SAT preparation, the LSAT, debate, and math. I am a graduate (Phi Beta Kappa and summa cum laude) of the University of Pennsylvania, where I double majored in Economics and...See Devika's full profile

I have extensive experience tutoring and teaching elementary students, not only coaching them on their reading, writing, and conversation, but also working with them to develop effective study skills and time management. My students have won regional essay contests, as well as teacher-presented awards for...See Ariana's full profile

Hi! My name is Lydia. I am currently in my fourth year, pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics at Emmanuel College in Boston, MA. I have had a lifelong passion for math, starting at a young age, when I would often be found teaching math to my dolls. I am passionate about helping others to discover the natural joy...See Lydia'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

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

Dear Students and Parents, My name is Ikshu, and I’m a Harvard researcher and recent graduate from Johns Hopkins University, where I earned a Bachelor’s Degree in both Materials Science & Engineering and Neuroscience. I’ve spent the past eight years tutoring students from middle school through college, and in...See Ikshu'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 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

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

Hey, Barry here! Thank you for taking a great leap forward. It’s hard to admit you need an extra boost, but it shows you’re willing to do whatever it takes to be successful. We share that commitment to success. At Notre Dame, I graduated summa cum laude with a perfect 4.0 GPA, receiving a Bachelor’s degree in...See Barry'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 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

My name is Greg R. and I tutor science, math, writing, and study skills. I studied history at Tufts University and completed my pre-med requirements at Harvard Extension School. After attending medical school in Vermont, I became a teaching assistant and an academic advisor at Harvard. I was the Head Lab Teaching...See Greg's full profile