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About
Hi! My name is Dennis and I am the founder of Upticktutor! I am a licensed educator in the state of Massachusetts. After years of teaching in both public and private-school settings, I became a tutor so I could better help students who are falling behind in various subjects. I have an extensive amount of experience helping ESL's (English-Language Learners) and students with various special needs!
I am willing to do in-person or virtual lessons with any student at the elementary or middle school level. Price will vary depending on the length of the session or the distance traveled to meet with the student, but most classes will cost around 60$ an hour. The first introductory sessions will be at half-price so we can establish goals for the student. Once that is established I can begin to utilize my wealth of relevant resources and techniques to help your young-student succeed.
Let me know if your student needs help in any academic subject, I look forward to working with you!
Overview
Hired 4 times
Serves Watertown, MA
Background checked
1 employee
2 years in business
Business hours
Sun11:00 am - 6:00 pmMon4:00 am - 6:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and value.
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Darnell R.
Jun 11, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Dennis has been an amazing tutor for my 8 year old sister. We started working with him in December of 2024 and the gains/progress that she has made across both Math and Reading have been amazing and couldnt have been possible without Dennis. There is not a single complaint or issue regarding Dennis and I would recommend him to any parents who are looking for a tutor for their child.
Details: Elementary school • General reading and writing • Reading comprehension • Native speaker • Improve grades at school • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Reading and Writing Tutoring
Harrison S.
Mar 29, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Dennis is very nice! Very professional. Very easy to work with. And very helpful for my son’s math skills! Thanks!
Details: Elementary school • Pre-algebra • Arithmetic / general • Algebra • Geometry • 6 - 9 years old • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location
Math Tutoring
Moss L.
May 21, 2024
I strongly recommend working with Dennis, as I've had the pleasure of working with him for a few years in other positions. Throughout college we competed on a public speaking team and traveled around the US for various speech and debate tournaments. I had the opportunity to coach Dennis as an undergrad and saw how hard he worked. Dennis dedicates himself entirely to tasks, meets deadlines, accomplishes goals, and follows through.
He is an excellent teacher! Dennis is friendly, compassionate, and relatable, and someone who will ensure success for your children and students. I would recommended him, and Upticktutors, again and again.
Amanda M.
Jun 6, 2024
Dennis is well qualified and connects well with children. I highly recommend.
Louis H.
Jun 15, 2024
Great work quality and responsiveness
Credentials
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Dennis Hickey
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I charge by the hour, but that rate is determined by factors such as travel, the duration of the lesson and the number of students being taught. I am willing for the first introductory-session to be at half-price and last for no longer than 30 minutes so I can get to know the student.
For a final frame of reference, a virtual session with one student will cost $60 an hour.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Upon agreeing on a day, time, and place, the first introductory session would involve meeting the student as well as their parent or guardian. A visual schedule for the student would be prepared and explained. While the student initiates an activity, the planning of the goals and future sessions for the student will be discussed with the parent.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have worked in education for over 6 years and extensive experience in Special Ed and teaching English-learners. I spent half my career being a classroom teacher in both private and public schools before developing my own practice. I have my masters in elementary education and my license to teach grades 1-6 in the state of Massachusetts.
