Award-Winning Creative Writing Tutors serving Somerville, MA

...am also well-versed in academic and creative writing. As a Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Undergraduate Journal of American Studies, Features Editor for The Mike - a Toronto-based student-run newspaper - and Associate Editor of Defense News for the Commandant Journal, I have extensive experience in writing and copyediting. I am an experienced tutor in advanced research skills that are helpful to students of any age - especially those who will soon graduate to the university level....

I am enthusiastic about learning and a nerd for numbers and creative writing! I know what its like to be a student managing many subjects at once in addition to test prep and I am excited to help make that process easier for current students.

...I believe, imperative to zero in on each student's individual learning style, whether it be visual, aural, verbal, etc., and teach in the manner that the student responds to best. The student may not know at the beginning of our tutoring sessions what kind of learner they are, but after we have figured it out together they will have gained an important tool in becoming independent learners because they will know the best way for...

...I know tests are a formidable challenge to many people, but I believe that they can be fun if a student feels prepared and confident. In my mind, a test is an opportunity to display hard work and knowledge, not something to be feared. My tutoring style is very focused, fun, and relaxed. I believe students do best when in a calm, encouraging atmosphere. I never stray from the task at hand, but I do...

...I having been teaching and tutoring for over 20 years, enjoying it more and more! I have taught elementary and high school mainstream and special ed (master's degree holder). English (literacy, reading, writing, literature), math, sciences, and standard tests for K-12. Other than teaching, learning, and helping others, I love computing, tennis, animals, and nature,... oh and music, cooking, and so much more! Let's get to know you and how I can help you find...

...regional theater in DC, and I currently work for the WGBH Educational Foundation as a host on WCRB Classical Radio Boston. Given my wide range of subjects tutored, I am particularly passionate about tutoring English, college writing, and essay writing, for I believe that solid skills in writing composition and reading comprehension are the strongest tools a student can have in school and beyond. In my spare time, I enjoy artistic pursuits: I sing, perform,...

...teaching writing - creative and academic- at Boston University and at Summer Ink, a Simmons University program. During my time at BU, I taught creative writing courses at both the undergraduate and pre-college level. For my undergraduate degree, I studied both English and Education, earning my English Secondary Teaching Certificate in Pennsylvania. After graduating, I moved to Budapest to teach history, art, writing, and music for three years. During my fourth year in Hungary, I...

...elementary teacher with years of experience teaching all ages and subjects. More than four years of experience working in ABA with special needs students as a behavioral therapist, along with years working at various daycares, preschools, afterschool programs, and tutoring programs. Have worked with students who have a multitude of different learning disabilities or challenges, as well as students learning English as a second language. Eager to help some scholars further their education and enjoy...

...students memorize the method for solving a problem but do not realize the underlying concepts. I do my best to ensure that students recognize the broader concepts. Because math builds on itself, it is also very important to look at past topics that relate to students’ current lessons. There is not always time for teachers do this in a classroom setting. Often you’ll find that a student’s struggles come from missing previous skills that are...

I studied Theatre, Philosophy, and Literature at Villanova University and earned a degree in Creative Writing at Southern New Hampshire University. I am a published writer and playwright and ran a theatre company in Philadelphia for several years

...am a huge trivia fan, and I am always working to ensure I use new facts about English and Social Studies in my teaching. Did you know Bangladesh has a higher population than Russia? My hobbies include drawing, going to the beach, creative writing, and playing the piano. MY OBJECTIVE To patiently bring my passion for education to my tutoring work, to engage my students in a challenging and respectful learning environment where every student...

...and writing skills to anyone who is willing to learn. My belief is that basic reading and writing skills are the the most essential abilities that one can have, and that every student is capable of learning these essentials. I am an MFA candidate, have a Bachelor's degree in English Literature, and I am genuinely passionate about these topics. If you would like someone qualified but down-to-earth and engaging, book a session with me today!

I am very excited about this opportunity to tutor students who are with Varsity Tutors. I have a Ph.D. in Comparative Literature and have taught all levels of English composition and literature to students of all ages and backgrounds for over twenty years.

...Worcester State University (MA in English); University of Rhode Island (MA in English w/ a focus in Creative Writing, specifically Creative Nonfiction). Currently, I am a dual genre (poetry and creative nonfiction) MFA candidate at New England College. I teach in the English Department at Worcester State University, and the Writing and School of Professional Studies at Clark University. Besides teaching, I am also a creative writer. My work has appeared in many journals including...

...Conditioning and Essay Writing. I was an undergraduate Peer Tutor in the Writing Center for three years at Cornell College, where I earned my Bachelor's in English Literature and Secondary Education while running on the Track and Field team. There's so much I love about writing and finding clarity in communication, and I love spreading the joy with which I view grammatical theory. I'd be happy to work with you on Reading Fundamentals, Writing Clarity,...

...get along well with. So here are some fun facts about me: -Before college I traveled around Europe with two friends and we visited every art gallery we could find -I am in the process of writing a full-length screenplay for my thesis in writing -I love tea, cats, crime novels, and gluten free pizza -I am a fan of Harry Potter, Doctor Who, and Breaking Bad -I have met Brendon Urie from Panic! at...

...Bachelor's in History with a concentration in Art History. Speaking of school, I think I can be considered a professional student at this point. Why? Because I have three degrees; yes, three! I love to learn new things! I have a CAGs (Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study) in Educational Leadership, a Master's in Teaching Secondary Education - History, and a Bachelor's degree in History/Art History. When I'm not being a professional student, I am being...

...and continue to improve. I have been reading my whole life, and I have done a lot of creative writing, so I have a great love of words. I am particularly fond of Shakespeare (although there are a lot of students who don't agree with me!) but I also have experience reading other European and American literature. My history experiences covers Europe, America, and Latin America, although I have a special fondness for Tudor England...

...I majored in biology. Over the course of my education, I have scored highly on the PSAT, SAT, AP exams in history, English language, English literature, biology, and statistics, SAT subject exams in history, English literature, and biology, and the MCAT; I am also EMT certified in the state of Massachusetts. As an undergrad, I tutored my peers in biostatistics and provided edits and feedback for written assignments. I am also an avid fiction writer...

...well as a minor in Environmental Conservation. I have worked with middle and high school students in the subjects of literature, English, and writing or essay editing. I enjoy teaching writing and editing the most as giving students the tools they need to succeed in their future endeavors is key to development. I am very open to discussing what works and what does not for a particular student. If the lesson is not exactly making...