"Hi, I’m Elissa! I started tutoring over a decade ago and am experienced in tutoring test prep, calculus, algebra, geometry, microbiology, ecology, and more (please scroll down to see a complete list of my subjects).

I graduated cum laude from Harvard College with a degree in Organismic and Evolutionary Biology (or Integrative Biology) and a minor in Energy and Environment. Highlights from my previous tutoring experience include being both a tutor and a tutor mentor (bringing new tutors up to speed) for the Harvard Academic Resource Center. The ARC approved me to tutor many classes, including “Introduction to Calculus,” “Chemistry, Molecular Biology, and Cellular Biology,” “Genetics, Genomics, and Evolution,” and “Animal Behavior.”

My aim is for my students to reach their academic goals within the time they have available. My aim is also to ensure that they have the intuition and confidence to continue to succeed long after our sessions. Having worked with ages three to fifty-three across varied subjects, I have tested many different resources and strategies, and I pull from this toolkit to create a tailored method for each student. I recommend setting aside a portion of the first session to discuss the student’s goals and timeline, strengths and weaknesses, and what study methods have worked well and poorly in the past. Whether we set that time aside or jump right into material, I always welcome feedback and immediately incorporate changes to my method.

If you have any questions or want to schedule our first session, please message me using the “Contact” button. Keep in mind that Wyzant’s Good Fit Guarantee will cover our first hour if you decide I am not the right tutor for your needs.

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