I'm Miles, a Math and Physics tutor in Red Hook, NY. I'm a senior at Bard College, majoring in Physics. I love problem solving, and studying physics allows me to stretch my abstract thinking and apply it to real-life scenarios. To me, there is nothing more satisfying than teaching someone how to overcome a difficult problem. I’ve been an informal tutor for friends and family for many years. Formally, I’ve done one-on-one tutoring and worked as a lab assistant for introductory physics courses. I’ve built a robust skillset in tutoring intimidating subjects, keeping students engaged, not overwhelmed. I’m also very adaptable, and I keep an open line of communication with students to ensure I’m meeting their needs. This goes for accessibility as well; I aim to give students a space that rewards curiosity and competence, not just rote memorization. Outside of my areas of focus, I also wear many hats at Bard College. I am a Peer Counselor, a position similar to an RA but with a greater focus on community building and communication. I also sing opera, run a radio show on the college station (WXBC), and I’ve done voice acting for several small student projects. This all keeps me connected with my community, grounding all that I do in a sense of respect and mutual care. My goal in tutoring is to educate, of course. More than that, though, I aim to ignite a passion in my students. My hope is that even the most reluctant learners might be able to not only excel on tests, but to understand why what they are learning matters. And I have super great rates! It's just $35/hour per student for small groups of 2 or 3 students (great for math study groups and homework clubs!), or $45/hour for individual tutoring, but I also give a discount for group makers: if your child is the one who forms or adds to a small group by bringing 1 or 2 friends or family members, your price for that student drops to just $30/hr — every session, forever, as long as the group exists. And each friend or family member you invite who joins the group receives $10 off their first session when they book and attend.
Miles works with students from the following schools:
Miles offers in-person tutoring on or near the Bard College campus for families across Red Hook New York, Tivoli New York, Germantown New York, Dutchess County New York, Columbia County New York, Hudson Valley New York.
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. Miles 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 Miles at Bard 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.