Award-Winning Math Tutors in Somerville, MA

...in 2014 and worked in the private sector for 2 years in New York City as a analytical chemist before starting my graduate studies at Tufts University. I tutor a broad range of subjects; I am most passionate about chemistry, mathematics and history (predominantly world history). I don’t just wish to impart not just knowledge and understanding but also a passion for the sciences. In my spare time, I enjoy reading classics, experimenting in cooking...

...and hands-on models and puzzles to promote maximum comprehension and retention of concepts and skills. Every effort is made to use the types of materials that best suit each student's individual learning style. While I believe all learning is inherently an enjoyable process and work hard to instill that feeling in my students, I also recognize the importance of encouraging students to develop the mental discipline and focus necessary to master any material required for...

Nelson Mandela writes, "Education is the most powerful weapon we can use to change the world". I wholeheartedly believe that. My passion for and conscientiousness in my academics has inspired my desire to be a tutor where I can hopefully help others and encourage them to embrace their education and the challenges that come with it, no matter how difficult they are.... I believe in guiding a student rather than simply telling them the answer. Questions are more important to ensure understanding of a certain subject, so I will go through problems step by step with students, knowing how much they understand, and asking them questions along the way. If they ask me if something is right, I will pose that question to them, telling them to explain to me how they arrived at the answer.

...test prep, I also individually tutored elementary students in reading and phonics, and led weekly adult literacy classes. I am a great tutor because I genuinely care about my students. Also, I have the patience, ingenuity and compassion to help the student improve in the subject they are struggling with. For example, the year prior to my arrival at the school, only 5% of the 9th grade passed on to 10th grade. However, the following...

...instructional and material support. Prior to moving to Virginia, I worked in program coordination for a California after school program and also substituted in the classroom, providing tutoring services for students from first to fifth grade. I have also tutored in supplementary educational services (SES) programs as an in-home tutor for middle school students (subjects include Middle School Algebra and Geometry, as well as English language arts) with a non-profit, and I have also taught...

I have always had a knack for seeing multiple solutions to a given problem (even receiving a little gag award for our fifth grade graduation, titled: "I have a better way to do that" award). In addition to the natural joy I get from tutoring, I also enjoy solving the puzzle of determining which solution method matches best with how each student learns and thinks.

...in my college's Writing Center during my senior year, helping students of all ages improve all different aspects of their writing. As I loved tutoring others so much, I began to tutor professionally, working with students from kindergarten to graduate school. Writing, Reading, Grammar and Elementary Math are the cornerstones of a solid education, an education that leads our upcoming generations to success. In my freetime, my husband and I enjoy spending time with our...

...assistant. My professional life was also in the field of education until I left to start my Masters in the fall of 2012. When a student realizes that they truly understand a concept (not just how to do it, but WHY it's done that way) is the greatest moment for a tutor and I consider myself lucky that I can continue to tutor while working on my degree. My favorite subject to tutor is Statistics,...

...meeting many students and parents while helping them succeed in any way I can. When I am not tutoring, I enjoy playing sports (golf, basketball, softball, volleyball), playing with my dog, and hanging out with my wife. In addition, I serve in the U.S. Navy as a meteorologist and oceanographer following my graduation at Penn State University with a BS in Meteorology. Finally, I am presently a student at MIT pursuing a Master's degree in...

...to ride a bike, snow ski or learn a new game. Teaching, coaching and mentoring have continued throughout my life in various settings. I love to support others and see them succeed. Over the years I have enjoyed tutoring several elementary school students. In addition, I have used my strong English skills to help a Chinese-speaking neighbor with her English. Among my many interests are music, especially choral and classical, and working with dogs. My...