Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Somerville, MA

I am enthusiastic about using the knowledge that I have acquired to help others. I am very inspired by knowing that a concept is now simpler for a student because I explained it to him/her.

I am passionate about helping students succeed and achieve their academic goals to move on to fulfill their life vision. After graduating with my B.A. in Political Science from the University of Maine, I worked in an urban school in the Roxbury neighborhood of Boston to help students achieve higher marks in English/Language Arts and Math. I then went on to begin my tutoring career while I study to obtain my master's degree in teaching....

Hi! I'm a biochemistry major at Northeastern University. I love math and science, and like to work with kids and teens on those subjects. I have also worked in an ESL classroom, and am available to help with reading and writing skills. I look forward to working with you!

My name is Samantha, and I am a graduate of Kenyon College with a BA in English Literature and Psychology. I have experience tutoring across grade levels and academic disciplines. In college, I worked as a tutor in my college's Writing Center where I provided academic support on written assignments in a variety of subjects. Additionally, I have taught English at the elementary school and high school level. As a tutor, I work with students...

I graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Massachusetts. I received my Bachelors of Science in Computer Science. I was lucky enough to travel to San Fransisco, CA for a co-op before COVID-19 but, since then, I have found myself enjoying the city life of Boston, MA. 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...

I am currently a second year Biology undergraduate student at Northeastern University with a diverse foundation in science. For me, the study of medicine piques my curiosity, specifically cardiology and neurology- both of which I hope to pursue in the near future.... I believe in the power of practice. I think the most effective way of teaching is a brief overview with a big emphasis on practicing problems.... I would get to know the student’s strengths...

At the core, I love learning and find it fun. In teaching, I try to convey that sense of fun to my students. I use a variety of techniques depending on my student's learning style, but I always focus on the fun of learning new things.... In a first session with a student, I would introduce the basic concepts and core questions of the subject, and determine my student's learning style in order to plan future...

I am a recent graduate of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam where I obtained my Masters of Science in Environment and Resource management. I also have a bachelors of science in student in business management with a concentration in supply chain and operations and a minor in psychology from Bentley University. Prior to completing my masters I spent 2 years working in Category Management in the E-Commerce industry, particularly working with suppliers in the housewares space. I...

As a tutor in test prep (SAT/ACT/SSAT/AP), I aim to help my students learn subject matter solidly enough to teach it themselves. I have four years of experience in online tutoring through the Russian School of Mathematics. My VA research, 1st placement in MA Science Olympiad, and perfect AP scores in Calc BC, Eng Lang, Chem, and Bio give me the expertise to transform your student into an academic weapon.

I have taught first- and second-semester French to Boston University undergraduate students. I was the instructor of record for the class, and my students referred to me as either "Monsieur," or, inaccurately, "Professor." For two summers, I tutored Reading Comprehension. What makes me a great tutor is my passion for student success and my love for the subjects I want to teach. The diversity of my students has taught me to adopt a new persona...

I recently graduated from Framingham State University with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Elementary Education. I would love to apply the skills and knowledge I learned there to you. In addition to my formal education, I have spent the last few years working as a substitute teacher in elementary schools; as well as, working in the summer school programs. This experience has allowed me to interact with and support children with a range...

Hi, I'm Chris. I am currently a Senior at Boston College studying Computer Science. I have extensive experience in Math, Science, History, and English at the High School level. I tutored throughout High School and into college, where my horizons broadened to tutoring higher levels of Mathematics and Science, up to Multivariable Calculus and linear algebra. I also have extensive coding experience to help those interested in the field.

I have done tutoring and teaching work for over 5 years, from one-on-one sessions to leading classes of up to 20 students, working with students from middle school through college. The majority of my experience is with standardized testing (SAT, ACT, and GMAT) and math of all levels through multivariable calculus.

...personal fulfillment. She loves connecting with students and helping others to connect to themselves more deeply and to share their gifts with the world. Currently a meditation teacher who focuses on emotional awareness and creativity, Julie has had the opportunity to travel the world. After college she worked on her Mandarin Chinese as an ESL teacher in southwestern China. There she taught English to college students as well as tutored students of all ages in...

I am a working professional with over ten years of experience in higher education administration. I have a Bachelors Degree in Rehabilitation Services & Masters in Educational Policy & Leadership. My passion for helping others through education is what inspired me to become a Varsity Tutor. I am hoping to work with students of all ages in a variety of topics.

...take from a story, poem, or play. In my experience I have found it helpful to make real world, modern day connections between the student and the work of literature that they are reading, to both help them understand that work and to enjoy and appreciate the value of the particular work. These connections might include comparing the work that a student is struggling with to their own interests, such as their favorite genre of...

I absolutely love teaching other students because I've been in your shoes before. I struggled a lot in school and was able to find someone to help me which is my main goal is to help other people just like when I needed help academically.

...for a few years, and taught a class at a local middle school this past semester. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am most passionate about Math and Sciences, and especially love using pictures and short video clips to help strengthen students' understanding of the concepts. Everybody learns differently, and everybody deserves to learn well- finding the methods that make it 'click' for a student is one of the most powerful tools for...

As a current M.A candidate, I strongly believe in education empowerment and the gift of knowledge. I've been involved in the education in a myriad of ways: I've taught both in the States and abroad, tutored, trained teachers, taken academic courses, and worked with education policy. Half of learning is understanding the material, and the other half is understanding yourself and how you need to relate to the material. I think a well rounded, successful...

She is an enthusiastic educator from Massachusetts. She graduated from Smith College in 2009. Since then, She has worked in a variety of positions ranging from teaching photography to high-risk youth, to developing technology workshops for blind and deaf customers at Apple, to working for higher education institutions, such as Harvard University. This summer she moved from Los Angeles back to the Boston area to pursue her Master's in Technology, Innovation, and Education at Harvard...