Award-Winning Computer Science Tutors serving Somerville, MA

...used Varsity tutors for help on Physics, which was a positive experience. Overall my strengths as a tutor draw from my large educational background in Mathematics, analytical problem solving learned in research, and ability to break large complex problems into smaller ones; learned as a teaching assistant. I have also been passionate about soccer, I still play it and recently picked up referring. I love to explore the outdoors too, I want to hike a...

...physics and mathematics student from the University of Rhode Island. There, I discovered the teachings of renowned physicist Richard Feynman which, compressed, might read: "if you really understand something, then you can explain it to your grandmother." I spend a lot of my free time reading and writing, and am currently working my way through Dubliners, a series of stories by James Joyce. I also play guitar and know upwards of several hundred songs.

...reading, and have a particular knack for the English and Reading portions of the ACT and SAT. My philosophy for test taking success is to know the base material required to answer the questions, know the tactics to optimize approaches to questions, and to do practice problems and rigorously review mistakes. I aim to tutor students in the ACT and SAT using this philosophy, helping them approach it efficiently. Outside of these areas, I also...

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...I am passionate about STEM and introducing these subjects to students as early as possible. At first glance, STEM learning may seem intimidating, but early and consistent exposure is key to tackling it later on in students' learning careers. Outside of academia, I like exploring museums and pop-up exhibits. I have also found that a stroll around the neighborhood calms the busy mind and recommend it to anyone in need of a break.

Currently I am a student at Stony Brook university who is planning on going into Computer Science. I am very excited as a new tutor to be able to teach computer science and hope to be able to tutor many people to my best abilities.

Challenging yourself to learn new material and in new ways isn't easy, but succeeding at either objective is rewarding.

...individuals online and in-person as a former Student Leader at my high school, a classroom assistant at an academic summer program, and a weekly tutor for the past four years. My philosophy is that teaching is about adapting to a student's needs, learning preferences, and goals. I actively seek feedback to improve and welcome constructive criticism; furthermore, I prioritize helping individuals meet their objectives most efficiently and effectively. Outside of academia, I love to read,...

...from the University of Massachusetts with a MS in Electrical Engineering. Before that, I attended Worcester Polytechnic Institute where I obtained a BS in Electrical & Computer Engineering. I currently work for an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of integrated circuits where I deal with radio-frequency communication devices for use in a broad array of applications. I specialize in teaching the areas of math, science and also some low-level computer programming topics. I have been involved...

...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 their studies.

...and after a couple of years in the undergraduate learning environment, I am excited to return to teaching. More than anything, I focus on serving the student with whatever support they need, but also intend to guide my students towards longer-term goals and create a clear plan for their future that they're excited to pursue. My focuses lie in SAT Prep, History, Writing, and AP exams (took 13 AP exams in HS).

...challenge of solving problems. As such I try to emphasize understanding of underlying concepts to optimize both long-term information retention and usefulness. Outside of Academia I'm interested in Taekwondo, Calisthenics, Music Production, Gaming, entrepreneurship, and trying out new things. I want to be able to do a backflip and run a mile in under five minutes. Learning languages has been a hobby of mine for a while as well, but I haven't had the time...

...is centered around creating a user-centric learning environment. I focus on delivering high-quality, personalized instruction that aligns with each student's learning objectives. I emphasize practical application and real-world examples to ensure that students can apply their knowledge effectively. I earned my MS in Business Analytics and Project Management from the University of Connecticut and BS in Information Technology.I tutor data science techniques including Regression, Classification, Clustering, Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA), SQL, Python, R, SAS, Tableau, PowerBI,...

...dedicated academic tutor with a strong background in marine biology, science, and mathematics. With a Master's degree in Marine Biology from the University of Padua, Italy and years of experience in research and education, I bring a wealth of knowledge and practical expertise to my students. My journey includes mentoring students from K-12 through undergraduate levels, guiding them in subjects like Biology, Chemistry, Math, and Marine Science. As an experienced researcher, I have worked on...

...financial analysis. I would say that I am most passionate about teaching CPA prep, Accounting, and Finance, as I have found so much practical use out of those subjects in my daily life. I practice Accounting and Finance every single day when building financial models and supervising my co-workers, some of whom are new to this subject matter. I enjoy helping people who are either students or early in their careers not only understand the...

...year, and I tutored with MIT's Academic Teaching Initiative to teach high school students AP Computer Science during my freshman year in college. I've also worked at the Smithsonian summer camps as a counselor for a programming camp and digital arts camp. Outside of academics, I'm in MIT's all female a capella group, the MIT Muses, and I do copy editing with MIT's student newspaper, The Tech. I also enjoy cooking, running, and photography in...

...my Masters's degree in Information Security Management from Northeastern University. My strong subjects are Computer Science, Mathematics, English and i am eager to teach these subjects to students to help them reach their full potential. I have work experience in Programming and Software Engineering and have completed professional development certificates in Python and SQL. Programming has always been my strong area (Scored A in UG courses such as Data Structures & Algorithms, Programming for Engineers...

I got my undergraduate degree at the University of Colorado in Economics and a Minor in Political Science. Then I spent a year in China studying Mandarin and working with a faith-based organization. After returning to the USA, I worked a couple of years as a personal and business banker. Then I got a four year Master of Divinity at Denver Seminary. I am very passionate about helping others succeed!

...I am intimately familiar with the challenges that students face when learning new material. I taught math at a community center during high school and I have recent experience helping fellow students with their homework and SAT prep. I try to approach tutoring the same way I would help a friend, by helping them build an intuitive understanding of the material rather than memorizing a set of rules. I love helping students achieve their goals,...

I have a energetic and fun personality that I bring to tutoring. I make sure the students have a clear understanding of what they are trying to learn but also have fun as well. Students that learn while have fun keeps their interest high.