Award-Winning Elementary School Science Tutors serving Waltham, MA

My name is Jill, and I graduated with a BA in Physics from Grinnell College. I've been a tutor and mentor for more than four years, and love teaching science and math in ways that empower students to be critical thinkers and creative problem-solvers.

I am a current prospective elementary teacher attending High Point University. I love working with children and hope to help many with tutoring and or with organization skills and techniques!

Political Science and Economics undergraduate at Tufts University who will be working in Investment Banking next year. Here to serve as a tutor in whatever capacity.

Every student has a unique way of learning. The trick is unlocking what that is in a safe and nurturing environment. We learn through doing, through mistakes, through trying things a few different ways. Conventional teaching methods don't always allow this level of individualization. We learn and remember the most when we're actively engaged, enjoying what we're learning, having fun, and making meaningful connections. Learning is not simply memorization, it is being firmly rooted in...

I'm a former STEM high school teacher and advisor. Currently I support high school students prepare for what is next once they graduate. I believe in supporting students by getting to know about them both personally and professionally. I work to build confidence and foster a love for learning in subjects that the student may not enjoy.

...This is one of several conclusions I made through my bachelor's studies in biology and ecology at Houghton College. Through an internship and volunteer activities, I found myself drawn toward the teaching side of academic studies. I pursued my passion and became a middle school English and Literature teacher. With experience tutoring an elementary school student with their writing, I found joy in teaching students how to access tools that would help them and bolster...

...University of Pennslyvania and I am currently getting a second Masters from Harvard in Education Leadership. I know what it takes to write an essay or application to get into your dream school and specialize in college application support. I guarantee if your student has a complete essay draft we can polish it in a single two-hour session. Additionally, I am a licensed elementary school teacher with a Master's in elementary education I have educational...

...a minor in Russian. After working as a summer camp counselor for the Boys and Girls Club of Wakefield and Stoneham for three summers during high school and his first year of college, I further explored my passion for working with students by working in the CLAD (Cognition, Learning, and Development) Research Lab at Notre Dame, while also serving as a tutor and mentor as a part of the Tutor ND Program. I had the...

...Mathematics: All levels including Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, and beyond. Physics: AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, and College-Level Physics Mechanical Engineering: Statics, Dynamics, Thermodynamics, and Heat Transfer SAT Preparation: All sections of the SAT, plus Math and Physics Subject Tests. I take a hands-on approach to tutoring, making sure students not only understand the material but can also apply it confidently. I have successfully helped students improve their grades, boost test scores, and master...

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.

I am a senior Chemistry major at Cornell University on the pre-med track and in the process of applying to medical school. I would love to share my knowledge in the sciences and standardized test strategies that I have acquired in my academic career.

...my undergraduate degree at Texas A&M in public health. This is where I discovered my love for tutoring when I was a tutor for the athletics department. I tutor many subjects, including math, science, and writing (my personal favorite). I have been on both sides of being a tutor and tutoring, so I feel I can help students achieve their goals and tap into their fullest potential. I cook, read, work out, or explore my...

I am a native of New York State who attained his Bachelor's of Science in Chemistry from Union College. I went on to earn his Master's of Science in Chemistry specializing in Organic Chemistry. While working in various chemistry labs, I have been involved in research on antitumor agents as well as antibacterial agents. I have also instructed students on the use of proper laboratory techniques. Outside of the lab, I try to enjoy ice...

...Roger Williams University. I have over seven years of tutoring experience. The first time I tutored was in high school. During my junior and senior years I helped out a small group of younger students in math and German. I really enjoyed building relationships with my students. I was also a tutor throughout all four years of college. My freshman and sophomore years I was a math tutor, helping out primarily with statistics. I would...

...all have unique styles of learning because we all come from different backgrounds with distinct experiences and values. With that, my goal is to learn as much about my students as possible and tailor curricula to each student's preferred style of learning. My goal is not only for my students to understand the subject in which they seek instruction, but understand themselves a little more and to have the tools necessary to adapt themselves to...

...I took a variety of classes to satisfy my degree, from Astronomy to Greek Mythology, because I love learning. By extension, I love teaching because I enjoy helping others become passionate about knowledge. I have been a gymnastics coach, a camp counselor, and a tutor, teaching sports, arts and crafts, and school subjects to children of all ages. My favorite subjects to tutor are English and Spanish, because I love helping people to express themselves....

...Biochemistry. I am extraordinarily excited to have started as a research assistant at Boston University School of Medicine this June. My position allows me to explore my clinical research and analytical chemistry interests while preparing for the Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT). I've had amazing opportunities academically mentoring matriculating first-year students, virtually tutoring elementary kids in math, working with various students as the president of a community-based honor society, and teaching subject matter concepts as...

...minor in Economics. Since high school I have been adept at math and helping other students succeed in a subject I am so passionate about. I taught elementary school and middle school children how to sail for 4 summers and I volunteered at Family Promise Metrowest to babysit children of homeless families as well as assist them with their homework. I also worked as a teachers helper after school in the math office; I proved...

...have been a second grade classroom teacher for the past 11 years. (I have worked in classrooms from preschool through second grade for the past 15 years.) Teaching has been a lifelong passion and a second career for me; prior to teaching, I worked in the business world for many years. Working with young children is something I thoroughly enjoy! I am committed to providing students I tutor with guidance and support so that they...

Melissa has served primarily as a middle school science teacher for the past ten years in both public charter schools and an independent school. She has a great passion for outdoor and environmental education, as well as social and emotional learning. In her spare time she is a fitness and nutrition enthusiast. Please see her philosophy of science education for more information regarding her style of pedagogy.