Award-Winning Science Tutors serving Somerville, MA

...standardized testing prep. Math and English are my favorite subjects to tutor (of course) but I enjoy teaching and tutoring in all its forms! I also used to be a Coach for Let's Get Ready, meaning that as a volunteer, I conducted an SAT and college readiness course for a class of around 10 high school students. I also helped with editing their college essays and answering all of their college questions. Currently, I spend...

Hello there! I am a current (though almost graduated) student in Chemical Engineering at Georgia Tech. I absolutely love teaching and tutoring, and I have 3 years experience tutoring and just over a year's experience in being a teacher's assistant. I am passionate about math and science, and I love helping people understand new material. Learning is something I have always loved, and I want to share that passion with others.

...a focus on high school Calculus and other mathematics, I strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment for those I teach. Drawing from my experiences at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, I employ a scaffold-ed approach tailored to each student's background and comfort level. I believe in starting with foundational concepts to build confidence before gradually introducing more challenging material. Inspired by my own transformative experiences with passionate educators, I aim to foster an engaging and...

...why I am here with Varsity Tutors. As a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a minor in Chemistry from Denison University, I have found a deep passion for the sciences. During my undergraduate career I have studied for courses within my major (such as Genetics and Diversity of Microorganisms) and in the pre-med track (such as physics and general chemistry). I have been able to share this passion with other students as a Teaching...

...Chemical Engineering. Throughout my education experience, I have undertaken coursework in the following areas: *Thermodynamics *Material Balances *Fluid Dynamics *Heat Transfer *Process Safety *Chemical Reaction Engineering *Design of Chemical Plants In addition, I also have taken courses in various levels of Chemistry. High school chemistry, general chemistry, organic chemistry, and physical chemistry are all subjects that I have studied throughout my education experience. I also have a strong background in math subjects such as Algebra,...

...Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry at Northeastern University. I specialize in tutoring mathematics and science and have previously tutored for 2 years at the high school level and have just begun peer tutoring at my university. I am dedicated to helping students achieve their academic goals. I am a firm proponent of getting students excited about learning, especially within the sciences, and I tailor my lessons so that students have the best possible outcome. As for...

I am a graduate of UC Berkeley where I majored in Molecular and Cell Biology, with an emphasis in Biochemistry. I am currently a graduate student at the Boston University School of Medicine, studying Biomedical Forensic Sciences. I love working with both younger and more experienced students in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and forensics. I am passionate about helping others achieve their fullest potential, and can cater to various learning styles!

...at Brown University from Newton, MA majoring in Biochemistry with outside interests in East Asian studies, Slavic studies, and art history. I'm comfortable working with chemistry, biology, most math subjects, and SAT Reading and Math, but am especially confident with tutoring Mandarin Chinese, as a native Chinese speaker with experience teaching a beginning Chinese course in the middle school support program at the Wheeler School in Providence, RI. If you're interested in improving your Chinese...

...Boston College where I studied Education and Psychology. I received my Master's in Education at the University of Notre Dame. Since graduation, I have taught Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grades in both general education and special education settings. I am trained in elementary (K-4) math concepts and reading/phonics instruction (for example the Fundations program). I am passionate about education and love working with students. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, running, singing, playing guitar,...

MY goal is to make a students life a little bit easier with each session by staying on top of their work and understanding the content to the best of their abilities. School can be hard and a significant stressor in a child's life and I will aim to help reduce that stress and hopefully make school more enjoyable.

...I frequently participate in professional development, courses, and workshops. This love of learning permeates my professional life and I enjoy helping others identify and reach their learning goals. I recently graduated from the Harvard Graduate School of Education with my Ed.M. and have experience teaching people of all ages in museums over the past two years. Prior to that, I worked as a registered nurse for five years where I often did patient education in...

...am a graduate student living in Somerville, Massachusetts. I joined Varsity Tutors in order to help others reach 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...

...Engineering and Computer Science at Tufts University. Degree expected May of 2016. As the oldest of three siblings, I have spent a lot of time huddled around math and science textbooks, explaining concepts and helping my brother and sister see problems the way I do. I believe strongly that the student gains nothing from the tutor who does their work for them, so I go out of my way to make sure each student understands...

...backwards design, I have designed and planned lessons that accommodate for students diverse learning styles, IEP's, 504's, cultural and social emotional needs. I have offered my students a variety of assessments to provide them with opportunities to showcase their skills and knowledge. I consistently hold students accountable for their learning and hold high expectations within all lessons. I have allowed families and students to bring their culture into our classroom which has allowed me to...

...I developed the philosophy that learning should be fun. In my tutoring sessions I like to take time to get to know the student before we jump into the material. Even as we work through the session, it is not uncommon to joke around and laugh. Currently I am tutoring Biology and Life Sciences which are my favorite subjects because they can be observed in everyday life! After receiving my MBA in Healthcare, I have...

...graduate with an Sc. B. in Neuroscience and an A.B. in Economics. Although I tutor a range of different subjects, I enjoy tutoring Physics and Math the most. I am passionate about tutoring because I like guiding my students and helping them see problems in a much less complicated way. I have 5+ years of experience teaching and tutoring students of all levels from elementary school to college. Over the past years, I have loved...

...I am from Marblehead, Massachusetts. I am a graduate of Lafayette College with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Minor in Health and Life Science. I have tutored students in various subjects, particularly in Math and the Sciences, for over 9 years. I have completed my applications for Dental School for the Fall of 2014, and am working in the Boston area for the time being. My knowledge in Science, Mathematics, Organization, Communication and...

...of Boston University's Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation. I received a Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology, with an early focus on Neuroscience and Behavior, and I will be attending Medical School in the fall. I am most looking forward to tutoring in English/Literature/Writing, and Biology/Anatomy, as these are the areas that I excelled at most throughout my own education. Education is something that can never be taken from you, and as such I...

Hi everyone! My name is Campbell, and I am an electrical engineering major who likes teaching math and science. Even though STEM subjects are hard, I enjoy teaching them to others to help them understand the concepts that are the foundation for engineering.

...of Notre Dame in 2010 with a B.S. degree in Chemistry. I then went to the University of Delaware and obtained my M.S. degree in Inorganic Chemistry in 2012. While in graduate school I was a teaching assistant for two years for introduction to chemistry laboratories and really enjoyed teaching. I am looking to use my passion for Chemistry and teaching to help students excel. I recently took the MCAT exam and I am currently...