Hi! My name is Anna, and I am an effervescent senior student-athlete at Middlebury College pursuing a double major in Biology and Anthropology. I am happy to help with a variety of STEAM courses, including but not limited to Chemistry, Physics, AP Calculus, Biology, and Art. Growing up, I had the privilege of meeting with a tutor twice a week to work through my reading disability and ADHD. Through my determination and the support of others, I was able to overcome these adversities and pick up a multitude of hobbies at my public high school, from being a three-sport varsity athlete to an AP art scholar, a member of the National Honor Society, a 4.0 student, and even being elected by my classmates to the school's student council team. This ultimately led me to Middlebury College, where I have discovered my passion for Conservation Research. With empathy and patience, I will enthusiastically help students who may feel frustrated or overwhelmed. I aim to give my students the academic confidence that took me many years to develop through an understanding, supportive environment where they can feel comfortable making mistakes and asking questions. Outside of my academics, I compete in the 400-meter hurdles for Middlebury's track and field team. I am also happy to work with students interested in sprinting, hurdles, block starts, or general athletic development. Being a D3 student-athlete has given me new time-management and organizational skills, making me a very adaptable student. I have worked with children for years as a lifeguard, first responder, babysitter, and swim instructor. Additionally, I studied abroad in Croatia, where I conducted research and collaborated with colleagues to produce novel, publishable findings. Through this, I know I have the communication and teamwork skills it takes to help any student in need. I love working with others and can't wait to show students the success that comes through perseverance and persistence!
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Yes. Many families start with a single session to see how the tutor and student connect before committing to a regular schedule. There's no pressure to book in advance — reach out and we'll set something up.
Yes. Many of our tutors are strong across several subjects, and sessions can cover more than one if that's what the student needs that week. Flexibility is built into how we work.
Most of our tutors continue working through breaks, either online or in-person at the college if the tutors remain on campus during that vacation. We'll let you know in advance if a tutor has a gap in availability and arrange coverage with one of our other tutors — in-person or online — in the required subject.
Occasionally, if the student lives very close to the tutor's campus. Most sessions take place on or near the college campus or online. This keeps sessions in an academically focused environment — which tends to produce better results.
The families who see the biggest results are the ones who commit to a regular cadence — typically once, twice, or three times a week. One-on-one tutoring with a student from an elite college, who genuinely understands the material, is a fundamentally different experience from a tutoring center or an app. Most of our clients stay with us for multiple semesters.
Email Ryan@ShiresTutoring.com and mention which tutor and college town you're interested in, or fill out our Request a Tutor form. We typically respond within one business day.
That depends on where your student is starting and how consistently they show up. Anna will identify the specific gaps, focus sessions on them, and adjust as the student progresses. Families who stick to a weekly schedule typically see meaningful progress within four to six weeks.
Email Ryan@ShiresTutoring.com and mention you'd like to work with Anna at Middlebury College, or fill out our Request a Tutor form — you can also click the Request a Tutor button at the bottom of this page. We'll follow up within one business day to confirm availability and schedule your first session.