Top Reading Tutors serving Somerville

Mégann: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
Graduated with a French Literature Diploma, I am currently enrolled in a French Law school, majoring Business and International Law. I will be graduate this September.
Education & Certification
Universit Paris X - Bachelor of Laws, Legal Studies

Instructor: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...in teaching PreK-12 students and adult learners with and without disabilities. I provide tutoring services in a variety of areas, such as CBEST, CSET, GRE, MTEL, RICA, ESL, and computer skills. I also provide editing services to Master and Ph.D. students on writing thesis, dissertation, manuscripts. I am passionate about working with individuals and helping them succeed. I strongly believe that everyone can learn. If one method doesn't work, there's always another way to help...
Education & Certification
Holy Names University - Bachelor in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
Holy Names University - Master of Arts, Special Education
University of San Francisco - Doctor of Education, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision

Annmarie: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...major in economics and geography, with a mathematics minor. I have tutoring experience as a volunteer with Girls Incorporated, and currently with the Los Angeles Unified School District. I'm excited to grow as a virtual mentor with Varsity Tutors, and hope to assist students in a variety of academic disciplines. My main areas of expertise include reading comprehension, writing mechanics, essay development, AP U.S. and European History, and multiple disciplines of geography.
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Economics

William: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...the moment, I am working as an EMT as I apply to medical school. During my time as an undergrad, I was a teaching assistant and tutor for the introductory biochemistry course. I cherished the opportunity to bring peace to students who were facing the stresses of college, and I have always found it equally rewarding for myself when I help a student get an idea to "click" in their head. My tutoring approach focuses...
Education & Certification
University of Connecticut - Bachelor of Science, Cellular and Molecular Biology

Max: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...my college education. I am very educated in English and essay structuring, currently majoring in English hoping to become a professor once I attain my masters! I have tutored a multitude of individuals during my time within college along with younger students in high school and elementary school! I have given talks and taught summer courses within colleges such as University Of Berkeley, Stanford, Bunker hill etc. on my research of the English language. In...
Education & Certification
Bunker Hill Community College - Associate in Science, Sociology
University of Massachusetts-Boston - Current Grad Student, Sociology

Lena: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...learning with others. From 2011 through 2013, I tutored middle school students in the Oakland Public School system through the Partners Program. From 2014 to 2015, I was employed as a private tutor for students both in middle school and in high school. Over the last year I have tutored international high school students online in test preparation, as well as various academic subjects. I have more informal teaching experience as a counselor intern naturalist...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Current Undergrad, Political Science and Environmental Studies
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 800

Jacob: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
I recently graduated from MIT with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. I have worked for companies such as Apple and Oculus VR as well as various MIT labs. In my free time, I love to exercise and read.
Education & Certification
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 34

Bill: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...daunting, whether that involves revising ideas in a paper, mastering material for an upcoming exam, proofreading a final draft, or gaining the confidence to join in the next class discussion. My favorite areas are Writing, (anything from the fundamentals to research essays) Literature, Art History and Drama. In my spare time I enjoy reading short stories and novels, watching plays - live performances whenever possible - and rooting for the Red Sox!
Education & Certification
Illinois Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, English-French Education
Lesley University - Masters in Education, Education, Moderate Special Needs

Shantel: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...2011. I am able to help students with all aspects of English and college application essays. I have a passion for organization and love tutoring executive functioning skills I love helping students understand material in fun ways. Learning shouldn't be boring! I work with students in the way they learn best. I received a BA from Concordia College in Moorhead, MN in English and Education. I hold a master's degree in education and an Ed....
Education & Certification
Concordia College at Moorhead - Bachelor in Arts, English and Education
Walden University - Master of Science, Reading Education

Jack: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...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 an impact, then...
Education & Certification
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor in Arts, General Literature

Angela: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...a recent graduate of Northeastern University. I received my Bachelors of Science in Psychology and Philosophy and have since started my research career in Social Psychology. I love working with children and youth in their learning and education and have experience tutoring in English and Math. I have also taught ESL classes to both children overseas as well as older adults. I have a passion for teaching and am motivated to help all learners achieve...
Education & Certification
Northeastern University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 35

Callan: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...for through an award for academic excellence in the study of the language. My teaching philosophy centers on empathy and customization. I believe in meeting students where they are, identifying their unique strengths, and creating engaging, low-pressure sessions that prioritize critical thinking over rote memorization. Whether breaking down complex essays or practicing conversational Mandarin, I aim to make learning both meaningful and enjoyable. Outside academia, I am deeply involved in outreach efforts with elder care,...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor of Science, International Relations

Vivian: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...a law degree. I am a practicing attorney, but my passion has always been to teach. I have taught children, friends, colleagues, clients, and subordinates throughout my life and it is the single most enjoyable part of my job. I strongly believe that, teaching a student the "why" of something is far more important than simple memorization; it is this understanding of the material that helps the student apply the theory to a completely different...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Computer Science
New England Law Boston - Juris Doctor, Law

Marna: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...occurs when a student's insight expands beyond the instructor's knowledge, revealing new perspectives. Creating daily classroom dialogue, marked by student engagement through questions and peer or instructor interaction, is a primary goal. This engagement evolves into discussions where students connect the material to their experiences, enhancing understanding. Achieving this requires active facilitation, not just open discussion. Employing visual aids is one means to help students link information, recognize relationships, and build a lasting, analytical understanding,...
Education & Certification
Simmons College - Master of Science, Special Education
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Aaron: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...since college, I find that I am able to connect with students on the important process of excelling both in school and on standardized tests such as the ACT, SAT, PSAT, SSAT, ISEE, and the AP/SAT Subject Test exams. Though these provide schools with a glimpse into the student, I want to help them put their best foot forward. In my spare time, I enjoy spending quality time with my wife and friends, exploring and...
Education & Certification
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities - Bachelor in Arts, History
Boston University - Master of Arts, Art History, Criticism, and Conservation

Claudia: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...of Architecture, with a concentration in Urban Studies, from Northeastern University. Through high school, undergraduate, and graduate school, I have been tutoring students in a broad range of subjects such as U.S. History, U.S. Politics, English, Public Speaking, Essay and Application Writing, and Architecture courses and software. I enjoy seeing my students achieve their goals and gain confidence as they progress through their work, I feel I learn just as much from my students as...
Education & Certification
Texas Tech University - Bachelor in Arts, Architecture
Northeastern University - Master of Arts, Architecture

Mitch: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
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!
Education & Certification
University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor of Economics, Economics
Denver Seminary - Master of Divinity, Religious Studies

Stefan: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...for close to four years now, using my education and experience to help them succeed in school and socially. From September 2015 until June 2016, I served in a 5th grade classroom in Hyde Park with City Year Boston, helping my students primarily with their reading but also with math and other subjects. I am capable of working with you from various backgrounds and can tailor my work to fit the needs of your child.
Education & Certification
Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Olivia: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
I am a Junior at Wheaton College. I am studying to be a biology major with a minor in psychology. I can help you with biology, physiology, chemistry and psychology homework! I can also edit essays if need be. I'm excited to start tutoring!
Education & Certification
Wheaton College (Illinois) - Bachelor of Science, Psychobiology

Grant: Somerville Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Somerville, MA
...their desired learning goals and share my love of learning with others. I grew up in Orange County, California. I graduated from Santa Margarita Catholic High School as an International Baccalaureate Full Diploma recipient. I then attended the University of Southern California where I majored in Vocal Arts and Business Administration. I graduated magnum cum laude from USC in 2016. Following graduation, I served as an Urban Education Fellow at Great Oaks Charter School NYC...
Education & Certification
University of Southern California - Bachelor in Arts, Music Performance
Longy School of Music - Master of Arts, Music Performance
ACT Composite: 31
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
Private Reading Tutoring in Somerville, MA
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Varsity Tutors' educational directors in Somerville, MA, can match your child with an enthusiastic tutor who could make reading fun for them. Learning and understanding reading is crucial to a young person's academic and personal life, and a designated tutor will bring the joy of reading alive to your young reader. They will learn to appreciate new vocabulary and the many parts that make up a story or other piece of writing. Themes, plots, sequencing, characters, main ideas, genres, and more will be made understandable and interesting to your child.
Our educational specialists could help you find a skilled reading tutor in Somerville. Your student's tutor will likely be a big bookworm themselves, and will try to pass down that same love for reading to your child. They will introduce exciting books to captivate the student's imagination and get them eager to learn and read more. Making reading an enjoyable pastime instead of a chore is key to a change in attitude and approach to learning, and that could benefit your blossoming reader for years to come, in an endless number of ways. Their confidence and positivity could grow, especially when they discover that they can use their developing reading skills in other classes and for more activities that they like.
Varsity Tutors will find a great reading tutor in Somerville by getting to know your student's goals and needs. If your young student is having a hard time with particular areas, than their attentive tutor will create a lesson plan around these, while still allowing for review in different topics. Perhaps summarizing is the hardest for them, and reading comprehension is not so bad, in which case their study time can focus on that. Nowhere else can such catered tutoring be found, and nowhere else will the quality of learning and instruction be so high. Preparing for the MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) exam is something else that the knowledgeable tutor can work with your student on.
An expert reading tutor in Somerville, MA, could help your new reader realize that their potential is limitless. They can accomplish so much after working with a motivating tutor who will push them to strive for more and be at their best. Your young child doesn't have to battle with reading any longer. It's easy to arrange a meeting with the tutor, as they can come to your family, at any time and on any location that works for you. You can even set up online face-to-face sessions, if your child would prefer that. Simply pick the time slots that fit your family's calendar, and get started now.
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