8 Chilmark Reading Tutors

My passion for teaching comes from the rewarding experience of helping students accomplish their goals. My own academic achievements demonstrate that I understand the effort and techniques required to reach the highest possible levels of academia. I was previously a PhD student and teaching assistant in economics at CU - Boulder. I'm currently a Multivariable Calculus, AP Calculus, AP Statistics, and AP Economics teacher at Salisbury School, a private boarding school, in Salisbury, Connect... ... More

I have been tutoring and teaching math for 12 years. I specialize in math so that I can bring the highest quality instruction to the table. One of my best attributes is being able to quickly assess a student's level of understanding, and being able to build from there. Math is a bottom up subject, and small holes in the foundation can spell disaster down the road. While working, I always focus on the positive and try to frame learning as a skill that we work on for a lifetime. I provi... ... More

I am currently working with a number of students with ADD/ADHD and have worked with quite a few students with this learning challenge in the classroom. I assess the strengths and areas of improvement for each student and prescribe work on their skill level. I also limit the amount of time needed for each assignment by decreasing the total number of problems, utilizing breaks from the work, varying assignments, and minimizing distractions. I also assess the student's best modality of learning and then prescribe work based on that assessment. I maintain a patient and reinforcing teaching ... More

I am a complete book worm, nerd, dork, etc. literature and language fascinate and captivate me; so much so, that it is my life's work to help struggling readers, writers, and students with dyslexia to achieve and succeed in school and their daily lives. I currently teach, as a 6-8 literacy specialist, at Alma Del Mar Charter School in New Bedford. This is my sixth year as a Literacy Specialist and my ninth year teaching. I am trained in Language Circle's Story Form, Report Form, and Fram... ... More

I feel confident that my education and experience as a Registered Professional Civil Engineer could benefit others looking for a tutor in civil engineering or a related math or science field of study. I also hold a BS and MS in civil engineering. I have used various versions of AUTOCAD over my 15 years of experience working in the engineering field. A good tutor can have a huge positive effect not only on an individual’s professional career but also their personal life as well. I believe... ... More