Top ACT Reading Tutors serving Somerville
Cassandra: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...report not only higher scores but deeper understanding of the material, even in areas they have struggled with for years. Many of my students have not taken relevant quantitative courses for years and have forgotten much of their fundamental math skills, but after working with me for a short time, they are able to achieve great GRE quantitative scores. Students also enjoy my approach to the verbal section, where we work on decoding the questions...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor of Science, Geology
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Doctor of Philosophy, Geophysics and Seismology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 32
Jasmine: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...I also received a Bachelors in Biology from Boston College. I am passionate about inclusion for students with developmental delays and have done clinical research in this field. I have had experience teaching students as young as 5th grade to students in high school and college. Although I have degrees in the sciences and have recent exposure to human biology courses, I am also knowledgeable in other subjects such as English grammar and Reading Comprehension.
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Boston College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Boston University - Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 32
Arcelia: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
I want to give back to my community by helping ensure that all students have a chance at academic success.
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Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Max: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...variety of subjects including English, writing, history, SAT Reading/Writing, French and more! My favorite subject to teach is history. The subject is often viewed by students as boring and unnecessary (along the lines of, "why should I learn something that happened already?"); in my view, history is alive and full of useful lessons that can be applied at the personal, national and societal levels, and I enjoy teaching this point of view to students, helping...
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelors, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 790
Jonah: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...a current student at Boston University studying Computer Science with a minor in Philosophy. I have an extensive history tutoring coding, math, writing, Chinese, and piano. I've tutored students from ages nine to twenty-two. Although I tutor a wide range of subjects, my favorites are coding (python and java) and writing/English. My goal is to make learning a positive and fun experience, while also making sure that the student learns as much as possible.
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Boston University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Miley: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...problems, to demonstrate a technique that can help you perform better, and then to help you implement the technique to successfully solve similar problems! Throughout my experience tutoring a wide variety of students in SAT and ACT, I have developed a database of methods to help students understand difficult concepts, for every student learns in different ways. During my free time, I am involved with many extracurriculars on campus (such as debate, Honor Council, dance,...
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Emory University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 730
Ririko A.: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...best in any of these areas. As a tutor who enjoys helping students learn and grow, I believe that the strongest tool to helping students develop their skills is by first allowing them to develop a passion and confidence for their goals. My tutoring style include a variety of approaches, all of which integrate each of the following and more: confidence that the student has the ability to grow, interest in the topic to help...
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Tufts University - Bachelor of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
Michelle: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
I'm a recent PhD graduate in Bioengineering in the Boston area. My thesis involved nanoparticles and bacterial infections, but as a biomedical engineer I've had training in circuits, mechanics, some programming, chemistry and biology. Tutoring for me is a collaborative effort, following a problem-based learning with questions that will lead the student towards the answer they're looking for while providing a well-rounded understanding of why and how that answer works.
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University of Iowa - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Northeastern University - Doctor of Philosophy, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Composite: 32
GRE Quantitative: 166
GRE Verbal: 166
Alyssa: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
I am currently a second year MA student at Boston College in philosophy! I have tutored for over 3 years at the collegiate level. I graduated with Honors from Florida State University with a BA in English. I have tutored English, writing, writing for research, literature, philosophy, and GRE prep! I hope to be a philosophy professor in the near future.
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Florida State University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Boston College - Master of Arts, Philosophy
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 36
Shaneequa: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...Year is an education-based non-profit organization that is committed to closing the achievement gap by focusing on three critical areas: attendance, behavior and coursework. We are committed to providing students with a quality education and excellent programs that foster academic growth and social skills. City Year has given me the opportunity to provide specialized academic and socio-emotional support for students ranging in the ages of 9-18 from low-income communities. As a corps member with City...
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Psychology
Anthony: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
My name is Anthony and I am a freshman at Northeastern University. I am currently studying Psychology on a Pre-Med track. Even though my studies are heavily science-based, I enjoy all other subjects, as well. I tutored in high school as Vice-President of the National Honor Society and I am looking forward to continuing my passion for helping others through tutoring.
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Northeastern University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 31
Thomas: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...watching over the top action movies. I do not want to give you the right answers; I want teach you how to find the right answers yourself. That means I will be patient and help you understand the fundamentals of the subject matter. I understand that preparing for a test like the ACT might seem hard, but I want to show you that you have what it takes to conquer the exam.
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Tufts University - Bachelor in Arts, Chemical Physics/Environmental Studies
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34
Parita: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...to the variety of techniques I've learned over the years to help understand information. I've tutored students my age in subjects ranging from essay writing to standardized test preparation to math so those are going to be the primary subjects I plan on tutoring. I've found that often students struggle to understand material not because they are incapable, but because they aren't learning in ways that align with how they think. For example, I find...
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Harvard University - Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36
Charles : Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...came from a very competitive high school in California (Lowell High School, Rank 50 nationally) and achieved very good grades. I am confident in teaching high school math courses such as Algebra 1, 2, 3/4, Geometry Regular/Honor, Pre-Calculus, Trigonometry, AP Calculus AB. I am also competent in AP economics(Macro&Micro), AP Chinese, Mandarin Chinese 1-4. In test preparation, I can help with SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 2, SAT Subject Test in Physics, ACT English,...
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Boston College - Current Undergrad, Economics
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
Laura: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...in Musical Theatre from Belmont University. Since graduating from high school, I have lived in a variety of places, including Nashville, Northern California, London, and, most recently, New York. Due in part to my background in the performing arts, I am most excited about teaching literature, reading comprehension, and English. I also am passionate about helping students polish essays and language skills in preparation for the SAT and ACT. I am a big believer in...
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Belmont University - Bachelors, Musical Theatre
London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art - Masters, Classical Acting for the Professional Theater
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 34
Ian: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
I am a recent graduate of Clark University with a B.A. in Urban Geography and Women's and Gender Studies. I have a passion for teaching writing, reading, and general social science courses. It makes my day to spark a student's passion for a new topic or help a student grasp a difficult idea.
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Clark University - Bachelor in Arts, Geography
William: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...us a better understanding of the modern world, and I hope to be able share share as many of these exciting stories as I can. I am also deeply involved in test prep tutoring. I have taken and tutored both the ACT and the SAT. I enjoy tutoring these tests because I get the opportunity to see students learn about the ways that they learn and take tests. Furthermore, it's very rewarding to see students...
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Boston University - Bachelors, Linguistics & Classics
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Math: 35
ACT Reading: 32
Ally: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...several years, and I ensure my students have a blast while they learn. I'm a junior Journalism student at Emerson College and an editor for the college's newspaper. I've been a finalist in several essay contests including the Gerald R. Ford. Museum Essay Challenge. Besides writing and reading daily, I've played violin for six years and appeared in musicals for five. Whether it be polishing an essay or developing your vocabulary, I'll do everything I...
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Emerson College - Bachelor of Science, Journalism
ACT Reading: 34
Varuna: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...undergrad and Tufts University for my masters. After much thought, I deviated from a medical school track to pursue a career in the medical device industry. My love for math and science started around middle school, and I was strongly influenced by my teachers. Through tutoring, I hope to be a similar influence. I really enjoy working with students of all ages (elementary to grads!) In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, hiking, and volunteering...
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Boston University - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering
Tufts University - Masters, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Math: 32
SAT Math: 730
SAT Writing: 710
Sara: Somerville ACT Reading tutor
Certified ACT Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...them figure out how they can best work with their strengths. Students need information presented as simply as possible, yet can benefit from thinking about the same information in different ways; striking this balance keeps students engaged. I also answer and ask questions carefully, helping students learn how to think through problems on their own and truly understand the correct answers. Through working with me, students can become more independent and confident, knowing that they...
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University of Minnesota, Twin Cities - Bachelor of Science, Nutrition
Cornell University - Master of Science, Horticulture
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 34
ACT Reading: 34
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