Tom
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10+ years of tutoring

Tom

Bachelors, American History & Literature Harvard University
PHD, American Studies Boston University
  • I graduated from Harvard College in May 2015 with a Bachelor's Degree in American History and Literature.

Test Scores

SAT ScoresPerfect Score
Composite1520
Verbal750
Writing800
GRE Scores
Composite334
Quantitative165
Verbal169

About Me

Though my main academic passions lie in the humanities, throughout my education I have retained a deep interest in a variety of subjects, and have especially enjoyed helping students to master those subjects. In high school I tutored extensively in Math and English, and in high school and college I honed my teaching abilities further by serving as a musical director for various musical theater productions and singing ensembles. Additionally, I invested substantial amounts of time preparing for the SAT and many AP exams: I know the tests well and am excited to explore the varieties of questions with students as they prepare for the exams. Besides nurturing interests in many academic areas over the years, I have also sharpened strong communication skills by frequently discussing materials with my instructors and fellow students. To check if I've mastered a particular concept, I often try to imagine how I would explain it to others. I believe strong oral communication, along with an enthusiasm for the material, is crucial to a satisfying learning experience, and I look forward to providing this for my students.

Hobbies & Interests

Enjoys singing, playing the piano, and listening to music. Interest in musical theater, reading, and exploring Boston.

Education

Bachelors, American History & Literature - Harvard University
PHD, American Studies - Boston University

Q&A with Tom

I am a firm believer that clear, precise communication between student and tutor makes for a productive and fulfilling learning experience. When I work with students, I strive to listen carefully to find out exactly where they are struggling, and to impart corresponding strategies clearly and concisely. I work with them step by step until we zero in on exactly where the problem is occurring, and tailor solutions from there. These collegial and yet very focused discussions go a long way toward helping me to discern where the student needs help and helping the student to master the content he or she must learn, besides ensuring a pleasant and interesting learning experience.
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