About Me

Hi, I’m Mark Hamilton — a classically trained educator with a PhD in Modern Humanities (with a minor in Classical Greek) and a Master’s in Latin. I’ve spent over 15 years teaching English at the college level, and for the past 6 years, I’ve focused on helping students master Latin. My background blends deep humanistic training with analytical precision.My students engage in deliberate practice—active, focused repetition with consistent feedback. This cycle of learning, quizzing, reviewing, and re-quizzing is mentally demanding, but it drives true mastery. Research shows that 10,000 hours of such focused effort can yield exceptional skill—even genius. But the benefits go far beyond content knowledge: mastering Latin through this method sharpens logical thinking, builds intellectual discipline, and lays the foundation for lifelong learning.I mix deliberate practice with the study of interesting ideas, ancient and modern, so students have something to think about while working on the subject matter. For instance, if we're studying the Latin first feminine declension noun natura, -ae, I might show the Stone Giants scene from The Hobbit, to show how the ancients saw nature as deadly and contrast this with the opening scene of The Sound of Music, where moderns see nature as inspiring. Students interested in the culture and mind's eye images of the ancient world are much more passionate students of ancient words.Hourly sessions are $25.

Frequently Asked QuestionsQ: What subjects do you tutor?
A: I offer personalized tutoring in Latin (beginner to AP).Q: Who are your sessions best for?
A: I work best with students who are curious, struggling to keep up, or looking to get ahead. Whether you're preparing for a test or just want to build real understanding, I tailor sessions to each learner.Q: How much do you charge?
A: Sessions are $40/hour. I also offer a free trial session so you can see if it's a good fit.Q: How do I book a session?
A: Just click the "Free Trial Session" or "Let’s Go" button on the homepage to reserve a spot. You'll receive a confirmation and Zoom link automatically.Q: Do you work with homeschoolers?
A: Yes! I regularly tutor homeschool students and can align sessions with your curriculum or create a custom learning path.Q: What’s your cancellation policy?
A: No stress—we can always reschedule for a time that works better for you.Q: What makes your approach different?
A: I combine deliberate practice with deep thinking. That means structured repetition, quizzes, and lots of feedback—plus engaging connections to stories, history, and ideas that make learning stick.

Why Should I Learn Latin?It is a critical commonplace that at least half, if not more, of English vocabulary words come from Latin and Greek (mostly Latin). Studying Latin will help one do better on the SAT Verbal than if one hadn't studied Latin. Also, studying Latin literature helps one approach great historical, political, and philosophical issues much more naturally without the prejudices and biases that often manipulate our views on our modern culture and so helps us to think more clearly about our culture.

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