Frequently Asked Questions

What subjects do you teach?

I teach math, Latin, coding and test prep. However, I've also helped with writing and other kinds of subjects, so feel free to contact me about your situation.

What are your rates?

My rates are hourly and will be discussed after initial consultation, which is free. They usually range between $50-75, but it depends on a variety of factors including subject matter, frequency of sessions, and whether it's online or in-person (in-person tentatively resuming in June 2021). 

You're a stranger on the internet. Can I get assurances about your identity and qualifications? 

Absolutely. I can provide references from prior parents, diplomas, and if you'd like to do a CORI report with the state of Massachusetts, I'd be happy to help with that process. 

I'm thinking of going through a tutoring agency...

I have worked with agencies over the years and they can be very good! For one, they have access to a wide roster of tutors who might be able to quickly provide help with a variety of subjects (for example, I don't know any Spanish). That being said, by hiring a tutor directly, you get to communicate with the tutor directly, I don't ask you to buy "packages" that lock you into a certain number of hours, and you can be sure that 100% of what you pay is going towards the person who's working with you or your child week in and week out.

I represent a tutoring agency and want to hire you.

Great! Send me a message! I've worked with tutoring agencies from all over, from Boston to Hong Kong. 

You teach a lot of subjects. How can you be qualified to teach these?

That's a good question, and I'll answer in several ways:

1. My subject expertise is more interrelated than it seems: it essentially boils down to proficiency in math and languages. Also, in my inital consultation, I always confirm with the student that I can meet their needs.
2. Many clients like my flexibility across the math and the humanities, especially as many students struggle not just with the content but on learning the executive-functions to manage school work. 
3. I think tutoring is a niche skill in of itself, that is separate from classroom expertise. Similarly, just because someone is working on their PhD in math doesn't mean they can explain middle school algebra to someone who's learning it for the first time.