Award-Winning Algebra 2 Tutors serving Cambridge, MA

I am a driven and passionate learner myself, currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Biology and Spanish at Clark University. While I tutor many subjects, I have extended expertise in biology, Spanish, and chemistry. I hope to convey not only knowledge, but an excitement for learning itself to my students.

...I am studying Secondary Education. In the fall I will be starting my fourth year as a 9th grade Algebra and Geometry teacher. Prior to teaching, I was a substitute teacher for two years. I started tutoring Algebra this past year; I enjoy working with students one-on-one. I understand that math isn't everyone's best subject, but it can be practiced! Nobody should be categorized as a "math person" or "not a math person," because it...

...pre-medical track. I have tutored children in grades K-6 in the Boston Public Schools for the last 2 years, but I have been working with students in classrooms my entire life. I have also worked with students with disabilities since the age of 12, so I am comfortable working students of all skill ranges. My specialty areas include math, literacy, science and prep for elementary through college testing. I am also a violinist and dancer...

...get to know the student before we jump into the material. Even as we work through the session, it is not uncommon to joke around and laugh. Currently I am tutoring Biology and Life Sciences which are my favorite subjects because they can be observed in everyday life! After receiving my MBA in Healthcare, I have had more time to spend on hobbies. In my newly acquired spare time, I enjoy being active outdoors, reading...

...approximately three years informally assisting college students in various mathematics courses, from statistics and precalculus to higher-order algebra and analysis. While developing my own study skills, I've taken the time to research study strategies, work with others to learn material and adapt to different learning styles, and edit and review English and liberal arts assignments. Generally speaking, these jobs and experiences have taught me to approach every student as an individual, working with their strengths,...

I am a graduate of Gettysburg College where I received my Bachelor of Science in Physics with a minor in Mathematics. I graduated Cum Laude and am a member the National Physics Honors Society.

...physics and technology and learning new ways of thinking about things I already know. My main interest, however, is alternative energy and sustainable technologies. I pride myself on being a friendly and charismatic person, with the ability to make people comfortable around me and also understand the importance of what I am communicating. I am thorough and meticulous in my method of tutoring, and I try to make sure my student fully comprehends the scope...

...of teaching is that a student should never be punished or shamed for asking a question, and moreover that my time is best spent on students who are struggling with the topic at hand - students who already "get it" don't really need my help, after all. In my spare time, I have generic nerd hobbies, i.e. videogames, reading, etc. Besides that, I attend a rock climbing gym (which I have found to be THE...

...a lot of opportunities to pursue advanced coursework and opportunities that weren't available to 99% of students in the area. As a result, I've joined Varsity Tutors as an effort to give back and try to help students get excited about learning various subjects, employing many of the methods that allowed me to succeed. While I tutor a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about standardized test prep, math (all levels), writing, and...

...attended a college preparatory school where I took all AP and Honors curriculum, so I have experience in most AP and Honors coursework in the social sciences. My experience is primarily one-on-one with middle and high school students, but I can also work with younger individuals in a wider range of subjects and college students in writing courses. I have grown up speaking French with my family along with taking it for five years, four...

...fun subject that anyone can master. I also have experience working with Deaf/hard-of-hearing students and am professionally proficient in American Sign Language. I have an undergraduate degree from Brown University and a masters in Deaf Education from Boston University. I have been a classroom teacher for three years, with experience teaching both math and English language arts. I have worked as a tutor or in other one-on-one educational settings all throughout high school, college, and...

...levels on several topics for over a decade. I have a B.S. in physics, and a master's in Nuclear Science and Engineering from WPI. I completed my second master's in particle astrophysics at the university of Strasbourg in France. I love getting students excited about learning and helping them through difficult topics. One of my favorite challenges is working with students to figure out their specific learning styles to optimize their academic performance.

I am a sophomore at Boston College working towards a bachelor of Science in Mathematics. I am very outgoing, and looking to help anyone needing a tutor in math or taking the ACT. I look forward to helping you understand and improve your arithmetic and test taking skills!

...complicated problems can always be broken down into simpler steps, and it is rewarding to help students understand concepts that seem daunting to them at first. While tutoring math, it is very clear that each and every student has potential, and some use need guidance to discover what they are capable of. The best way to help someone learn is to show them how to take and active role in the learning process. Apart from...

...in Applied Computer Science specializing in Cyber Security. I am passionate about all things computer and programming related, and I love being able to help others learn about these subjects. I have worked in the industry over the past year as a software engineer. Through this experience I have gained real world industry knowledge which has refined my skills. I look forward to working with more students and to help them learn and thrive in...

...son and daughter thru high school and coached them for the SAT tests. They went on to earn one a BS in Computer Science and the other an MBA at prestigious schools. Here I specialize in math, science, Spanish and French. I will cover all math topics up to pre-calculus. I hold French Baccalaureates I and II. I hold a professorial certification for Spanish as a Second Language. I have taught English as a Second...

...I have a Bachelor's degree in Physics from Caltech and a Master's in Mathematical Finance from Rutgers. I have experience tutoring Algebra, Calculus, and Trigonometry online. I believe in using analogies or bringing up simple examples to help students grasp concepts. It makes me happy to see my students succeed. Outside of academia, I spent seven years designing mathematics for slot games using probability, combinatorics, and discrete math. I am considering a career as an...

...manageable parts. A teacher must first and foremost have mastery of the subject material. A tutor must both understand the subject material, and understand the manner in which students fail to comprehend that same material. I pride myself on my ability to listen and understand what aspect of a concept is difficult for a student, even when the student cannot clearly articulate her own problem. In addition to my experience at Hamilton, I spent a...

...like a mere career choice for me; but an opportunity to fulfill my fundamentally inquisitive nature. Along this journey, I chose to focus my study on neuroscience and obtained a Ph.D. in this field. Now, I work in the biotechnology industry: writing patents for universities, emerging biotechnology companies, and inventors alike. This academic trajectory has enabled me to garner a fierce strength in writing/editing, biology, neuroscience, and critical thinking. I look forward to helping you...

I am a graduate from Northwestern University with a Master's in Integrated Marketing Communications. Before that, I earned my Bachelor's in Economics and Creative Writing from Brandeis University. I am passionate about learning, and truly believe that it is a never-ending process. I primarily tutor mathematics and economics.