My name is Soleil (so-lay), and I offer tutoring in Williamstown, MA in several different subjects: English, Literature, Grammar, History (medieval Europe and America since the 1400s), Gender Studies, and Drawing (digital and physical). I am a sophomore here at Williams majoring in History and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Before coming to Williams, I was a student at Daytona State Community College in Florida where I was a peer writing tutor, teaching writing skills from high school aged students to pupils in their 60s. As a writing tutor I became well acquainted with treating teaching as a back and forth rather than a lecture; I want students to feel engaged and excited to learn about the topic at hand, whether that be 12th century nuns or English grammar. I take special care to get to know my students so that I may teach them in the way that suits them best. I know it helps me to have a visual aid in my tutoring so I always keep a notebook to provide another way of consuming the information. Knowing the student is also vital so that I may make connections to the material at hand. It can be difficult to learn when a concept feels entirely foreign to your mental framework, so I recognize great importance in making those connections. I am comfortable working with students with mental disabilities as well, such as autism, ADHD, and dyslexia. In these cases of mental barriers it is especially important to pique the students’ interest with topics that they enjoy. In addition to my studies in English, History, and Gender Studies, I also have a background in drawing. In recent years I have done more digital art but I retain a good understanding of the drawing fundamentals. Thus, I am always thrilled to incorporate drawing into lessons to add creative intrigue. As a tutor it is always my goal to cultivate an environment of acceptance and curiosity. May we all eternally learn together!! And I have super great rates! It's just $35/hour per student for small groups of 2 or 3 students (great for writing, study, or art groups!), 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.
Soleil works with students from the following schools:
Soleil offers in-person tutoring on or near the Williams College campus for families across Williamstown Massachusetts, North Adams Massachusetts, Pownal Vermont, New Ashford Massachusetts, Adams Massachusetts, Lanesborough Massachusetts, Lanesboro Massachusetts, Berkshire County Massachusetts, Bennington County Massachusetts, Bennington Vermont.
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. Soleil 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 Soleil at Williams 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.