I’m Jing! I’m a math tutor in Amherst, MA, and I would love to help local children. I’m a Mathematics and Computer Science student at Amherst College with a passion for problem-solving and helping others build confidence in math. I’ve taught over 200 students of all ages, both in-person and online, and I love breaking down complex ideas into simple, clear steps. In terms of schoolwork, I’ve completed Calculus I–III, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, and Real Analysis, and I look forward to exploring Abstract Algebra, Number Theory, and many other topics. Outside of school, I enjoy working on puzzles and math problems. Whether your student is working on algebra, geometry, statistics, calculus, or more advanced problem sets, I’ll meet them where they are and help them not only understand the “how,” but also the “why” so your student can reach a deep understanding of mathematics. Over time, my students have developed a genuine curiosity and interest in math, and I hope to help your student discover this passion as well.
Jing works with students from the following schools:
Jing offers in-person tutoring on or near the Amherst College campus for families across Amherst Massachusetts, Hadley Massachusetts, South Hadley Massachusetts, Pelham Massachusetts, Sunderland Massachusetts, Leverett Massachusetts, Hampshire County Massachusetts, Franklin County Massachusetts.
If you have a specific tutor in mind, you're welcome to request them directly — we'll confirm whether they're available and the right fit for your student. Otherwise, Ryan writes a personal email to understand your student's needs, learning style, and goals — then handpicks a tutor from the roster. You're not filling out a form and getting assigned randomly. If the first tutor isn't the right fit after the first session, we'll find you a better match at no extra charge.
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. Jing 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 Jing at Amherst 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.