Saratoga Springs Tutors from Skidmore College
Exceptional local tutoring from some of the nation's top liberal arts students
At The Shires Tutoring Company, our Saratoga Springs tutors are among the top students and graduates of Skidmore College, one of the nation’s premier liberal arts institutions.
You can meet some of these exceptional tutors below. This is not the full list of tutors from this college town, and if you need a tutor who teaches specific subjects not offered by any of our current tutors at that college, whether listed here or not, then we will work to find a new tutor for you at the college, using our extensive tutor network and contacts.
Pema
Bard College, Class of 2026, majoring in English with a minor in Film and Media Studies
Tutoring subjects:
English (all levels), creative writing (poetry and fiction), essay writing and revisions (all subjects), literary analysis, film studies, film and script writing, Adobe Premiere / film editing fundamentals, creative projects in film and media, piano (beginner level)
I am a senior at Skidmore College (2026), majoring in English with a minor in Film and Media Studies. Since my Sophomore year, I’ve worked as a Writing Center tutor where I’ve developed a strong foundation for guiding students through revision, outlining, writing challenges, and all stages of the writing process. I deeply value creating a relaxed, collaborative place. Because I used to feel intimidated asking for academic help, I am committed to creating a supportive environment where students feel respected, listened to, and assured in their abilities. I am confident in tutoring in English, creative writing (poetry and fiction), academic essays, and film studies. My experience includes supporting students with literary analysis, vocabulary practice, poetry interpretation, and analytical film writing (especially helping them to think critically about narrative, style, and tone). I am also passionate about the arts: I’ve played piano for ten years, and I enjoy teaching beginner students. Additionally, I have experience as a film TA, teaching high school students both editing basics in Adobe Premiere and helping them put their creative ideas into script form.
