My name is Mike, and I'm a tutor in Amherst MA and a junior Biophysics/Biochemistry major at Amherst College. I tutor Math up to Calculus 2, Physics (mechanics), Introductory Chemistry, Introductory Biology, Computer Science (Java), ACT, and Track and Field (Sprinting and Hurdling).As a student, I've dipped my toes into a variety of topics. I chose a major uniquely requiring high level coursework in a variety of science topics, and I combine those skills with coding experience. Because of my differentiated background, I can tutor students not only in content, but also teach to see beyond the coursework and understand how to succeed academically. My interest in tutoring comes from being classmates with such a variety of people. I love putting myself in another person's shoes to see how they interpret a problem, and then communicating in a way that they would best understand. I also have 8 years of experience in competing in track and field, where I specialize in hurdling and sprinting. In my high school years, I spent three seasons as a captain, leading our team to a state championship in 2023. I can teach hurdling to beginners or help refine technique for athletes with a few years of experience. I'm excited to make students feel encouraged and confident in their abilities after every session with me.
Michael works with students from the following schools:
Michael 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. Michael 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 Michael 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.