Top Biology Tutors serving Somerville

Olivia: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
I am a Junior at Wheaton College. I am studying to be a biology major with a minor in psychology. I can help you with biology, physiology, chemistry and psychology homework! I can also edit essays if need be. I'm excited to start tutoring!
Education & Certification
Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor of Science, Psychobiology

Andrew: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...art in that it exists at the intersection of theory and practice. I have tutored college biology, taught English in South Korea, and STEM in Manhattan and art in Cambridge. I enjoy the challenge of presenting information in a manner that will engender understanding and communicate a passion for the material beyond the textbook or the test. My goal as a teacher is to not only help my students succeed academically but to enrich their...
Education & Certification
Middlebury College - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Verbal: 800
SAT Writing: 750

Joe: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...Commissioner of Intramural Sports, and heavily involved in service. Outside of the classroom, I've held internships and co-ops with ChemSolv, Inc., GlaxoSmithKline, and Johnson & Johnson, as well as presented research at the American Chemical Society National Expo. Beginning in the fall of 2015 I will pursue a PhD in Chemical Engineering at MIT. My hobbies include every and all sports, both playing and watching, playing keyboard and singing vocals in a local rock band,...
Education & Certification
Villanova University - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - PHD, Chemical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 730

Kristen: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...in high school and college math and science, as well as test prep. I've been teaching in some capacity since I was in high school; first tutoring peers in math and science through National Honor Society, then providing more informal one-on-one help to fellow students at MIT. I've also worked extensively teaching swim lessons for the past five years, particularly to beginners. Both in and out of the pool, I believe that a good lesson...
Education & Certification
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Chemical-Biological Engineering
ACT Composite: 36
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 36

Chinemerem: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...is to become a physician and help shape the way healthcare is accessed and delivered on the African continent, which is where I'm from. The bulk of my teaching experience comes from being a teaching assistant in college. Through that experience, I realized how much I love seeing students make that gradual transition from anxiety about the course content to confidence and even passion. It's remarkable to be a part of and that's why I've...
Education & Certification
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Ari: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...life. Much like my studies, my interests run the gambit, from music and theater to hiking and biking, gaming and roleplaying to cooking and traveling. I love learning about new cultures or beliefs, and I hope to use my knowledge of the subject for conflict resolution and de-radicalization programs. I have been working for over 8 years in education, most recently as a Teaching Assistant in a psychology/neurology class of 140+ freshmen. I have worked...
Education & Certification
American University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
SAT Math: 700
GRE Verbal: 165

Adriana: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
I'm an 18-year-old college freshman double majoring in Molecular Genetics and Microbiology. I have four years of tutoring experience and three years as a camp counselor, which has made me great with kids. As a native Spanish speaker, I'm able to support students in both English and Spanish. I'm patient, dedicated, and determined to help you fully understand any topic.
Education & Certification
University of Vermont - Bachelor of Science, Microbiology

Kellie: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...Additionally, I place a strong emphasis on thinking critically and analytically over simple rote memorization. I am currently a student at Boston College and majoring in Biochemistry. My current position as a student offers me an ideal perspective for tutoring both because the subjects are fresh in my mind and also because I have a variety of study strategies I use myself that I can share with my students. I am friendly, passionate and patient...
Education & Certification
Boston College - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 32

Emily: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...research assistant in a cognitive neuroscience lab, studied in Paris, debated with the Yale Political Union, and took part in numerous off-campus mentoring and counseling activities. In many ways I am still a student, always trying to grow as a person and in my profession. My favorite subject to teach is math, because there are often many different ways to approach any one problem - the fun is in finding out what works for you!
Education & Certification
Yale University - Bachelors, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 730

Ivan: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...into medical school in 2022. I am passionate about helping students achieve their goals because I am a firm believer that everybody is capable of success and excellence given the proper support. I approach tutoring from a comprehensive viewpoint, taking into account all of the unique needs and strengths of each student. I have experience with many subjects, including Chemistry, Biology, French, and Spanish, and with admissions tests such as ACT, SAT, and MCAT.
Education & Certification
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 710
SAT Writing: 790

Kailing: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
Hi! My name is Kailing, and I am a DMD/PhD student at Harvard University with an interest in clinical and research education in health sciences as well as global health. I am also very interested in becoming an educator in academia. I am very excited to work with you!
Education & Certification
Wellesley College - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Harvard University - Current Grad Student, Chemistry
GRE Verbal: 164

Kaitlin : Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...background in the sciences, primarily biology, chemistry, anatomy, nutrition, and exercise physiology. While at BU, I was a teaching assistant in exercise physiology, providing hands-on learning techniques in an exercise physiology lab, as well as one-on-one study sessions for homework questions, writing lab reports, and test preparation. I have a deep passion for the sciences, with particular interest in biology and physiology. I am committed to helping students learn and be prepared for higher learning...
Education & Certification
Smith College - Bachelors, Biochemistry
Boston University - Masters, Human Physiology

Andrew: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...is for them to be able to understand the content that they are struggling with or need more practice in so that they can be successful on exams and in whatever else they may need the knowledge for. Over the course of high school and my freshman year at college, I had the privilege to be able to tutor students and friends in subjects mainly including, but not limited to, Chemistry, Biology, Calculus, and Physics...
Education & Certification
University of Vermont - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Lauren: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...love teaching people how to learn; the light that turns on in a student's brain when they finally grasp a difficult concept is very rewarding. I am passionate about math and sciences, and received my Ph.D. earlier this year in Genetics and Molecular Biology. Throughout my life from a very young age I have been helping peers and mentoring younger students from middle school all the way to medical students. I am excited to help...
Education & Certification
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelors, Biology, General
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - PHD, Genetics/molecular biology
SAT Math: 740

Melani: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...committed to helping other students through these tough, but rewarding processes. I am passionate about creating a space that allows students to truly grasp concepts, since this is key in building confidence. I am concerned not just with my students understanding why an answer is right, but why the other answers are wrong. I have been a tutor for the ACT for 4 years and have seen immense improvements in each student I work with....
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Biomedical Sciences
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35

Benyamin: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...from Brandeis University. Since graduation, I have lived in Medellin, Colombia where I am doing research through the Veterinary school. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about math, chemistry, and neuroscience. I am a firm believer that natural ability has little to do with success in a subject. Everyone can succeed at math or chemistry if they are engaged, having fun, and most importantly, understand the necessary underlying concepts....
Education & Certification
Brandeis University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Brandeis University - Master of Science, Neuroscience

Divya: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...General Chemistry and Calculus. I also mentored students at underserved elementary and middle schools in the Atlanta community through an organization called Emory READS. In addition, I taught a Health course, which is mandatory for first-year students at Emory. I am passionate about the math and sciences as well as the field of education. I am currently working as a medical scribe at a family practice and aspire to become a doctor. In my experience,...
Education & Certification
Emory University - Bachelors, Neuroscience & Behavioral Biology
ACT Math: 35
SAT Math: 710

Layra: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...school. During this time, I became a 7th-grade teacher; this experience shaped my understanding of the current educational needs in private and public institutions. Many children needed one-to-one tutoring, which I could not provide as a teacher. I enjoy teaching in a classroom, but I found that my strengths lie in one-to-one interaction. It is easy for students to fall behind, especially with the increasing classroom size. A lot of learning happens outside of school,...
Education & Certification
Western Connecticut State University - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry

Kara: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...received a Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology, with an early focus on Neuroscience and Behavior, and I will be attending Medical School in the fall. I am most looking forward to tutoring in English/Literature/Writing, and Biology/Anatomy, as these are the areas that I excelled at most throughout my own education. Education is something that can never be taken from you, and as such I think it's an incredibly valuable opportunity and investment. In my...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor of Science, Human Biology

Acima: Somerville Biology tutor
Certified Biology Tutor in Somerville, MA
...know how it feels to get poor grades and struggle with understanding what textbooks and teachers are trying to say. Studying something I loved made the biggest difference to me, and I loved zoology. I could make connections between concepts and studying was less of a chore. I ended up teaching myself how to study and these skills carried through to my other subjects. Now I am working on my PhD in Natural resources, something...
Education & Certification
St. Teresa's College - Bachelor of Science, Zoology
Bangalore University - Master of Science, Environmental Science
University of Connecticut - Doctor of Science, Natural Resources and Conservation
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