Award-Winning Science Tutors serving Waltham, MA

...University. I received my Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience. Since graduation, I have moved to Boston and work as a mental health specialist at a Children's Hospital. I am extremely passionate about working with kids and helping others achieve their highest potential. I am where I am today because of the people who helped me and saw potential in me. I hope to be that same positive influence for others. While I tutor a broad...

...white board and we will go through the topic point by point and at the end I will test your understanding of the subject by going through a few questions from reputable question banks (Uworld). I'm also open to other teaching methods. Before our session will begin, I will usually call you and ask what material you want me to cover and what to spend our time on (in-depth review of material vs dissecting questions).

...tutoring sessions to students on various academic subjects in high school and middle school. I aim to be as knowledgeable and helpful as possible in helping students achieve what they need to in the academic arena. Through clear, informative, engaging and fun lessons I believe students can improve vastly in their schoolwork and academic achievement. Open to working with students of all abilities, whether they are self-motivated or laissez-faire, fun-loving or studious.

...which I further developed in my senior thesis, titled "Finding Maximal Cap Sizes for Quad Card Decks Using Share Strings" which can be found in the Bard Digital Commons. During school, I was always enthusiastic about tutoring my classmates and helping my friends with their math or math-oriented classes. My goal as a tutor is to help my tutees grow as independent learners, develop strong and healthy study habits, and of course help completing assignments...

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.

I am an Electrical Engineering student who excels at mathematics and at breaking it down one piece at a time.

...History and Religious Studies. I also volunteered with Free Arts NYC, through which I, along with a group of tutors, taught small groups of elementary and middle school students about various famous artists and art techniques, and lead them in art projects. I have also taught swimming lessons as a Water Safety Instructor for several years; I taught children from age 4 to age 15 at Brookhaven Country Day Camp and at the Fresh Air...

I am a graduate engineering student at Northeastern University with several years of tutoring experience. I specialize in all levels of math and science. My goal is to help all of my students excel in whatever they are studying and to make sure that they are enjoying themselves along the way.

...at my alma mater. While I tutor a wide variety of subjects, I'm especially passionate about Mathematics and Physics. Over the years, I've found that many students approach these subjects with fear and hesitation, but I see it as my mission to change that. I strive to show my students that these fields are not only approachable but also full of wonder, creativity, and fun. I believe that lifelong learning is one of the most...

...engage with my students. I may ask them more questions than they ask me. I do this in order to determine where any fundamental misunderstandings exist. I find that in most instances, confused students are unclear on one or two simple, yet important ideas. Clearing these up, and deliberately following their implications, can make students have a much better level of understanding while also feeling confident in their knowledge. This processes defines my style of...

...labs at Cornell, The Scripps Research Institute and Stockholm University. During my summer internship at Scripps, I was supervised by Phil Baran, winner of the 2013 MacArthur “Genius” Award. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, Italian language and culture, basketball, hiking and reading. I have visited 23 different countries, lived for 9 months in Sweden, and some of my favorite works of literature are the essays of Massachusetts natives Emerson and Thoreau. The picture in...

...University in which I received my BA in Chemistry with a concentration in Biochemistry and a minor in public health. I am currently working on my Masters degree in Medical Sciences. Teaching has always been a favorite of mine as I love to pass down information. The subjects I like the most are chemistry, physics, and english literature though I'm interested in all subjects in general. I also have tips and tricks on battling procrastination,...

...an ex-Air Force Sergeant, and an avid teacher. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology from Salem State College, and his PhD in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He did his post-doctoral work in Cardiovascular Medicine at Harvard. Dr. Peal has tutored in many different venues, and has been an adjunct Professor at Salem State College and Lasell College. Dr. Peal is happy to be a part of Varsity Tutors, and...

...Being able to share my understanding and help others will be an incredible opportunity. I have always enjoyed learning and teaching math, but I can also teach chemistry and biology. I believe that being a current student allows me to have a unique perspective in the tutoring sessions. Based on the students learning style I am always willing to adapt and change the session. I am very passionate about helping every student reach their potential...

I would love to teach elementary school and middle school students in my areas of interest. They are: Nutrition, cooking skills, math, the biological sciences, reading, and writing. I currently produce a podcast called "healing outside the box", which deals with issues of food safety and sustainability, as well as nutrition. I enjoy discussing these topics. I also encourage students to ask about basic anatomy and nutrition-related chronic illnesses.

...and college students in the discipline of General Biology. Tutoring is very dear and near to my heart as I have in my journey been blessed with amazing teachers who have helped me along the way to become better. Through tutoring, I have been able to identify my passions in lifescience and in particularly biology. Tutoring can not only improve one's academic performance, but also open multiple doors of opportunity. It personally has for me...

...the passion of learning using active and engaging teaching methods. Science and technology is my favorite field and I would love to share my expertise with my students. Although Physics is a tough subject, I have gained much respect from students by helping them master physics and mathematics challenges over my teaching career. In the spare time, I often try to learn new recipe in cooking of different culture and experiment on making new cuisines.

...of the subject for conflict resolution and de-radicalization programs. I have been working for over 8 years in education, most recently as a Teaching Assistant in a psychology/neurology class of 140+ freshmen. I have worked at school and camp programs with children of all ages. I first started tutoring juniors and seniors as a freshman in high school when Marblehead High School allowed me into the upperclassmen's Western Philosophy class; since then, I have tutored...

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!

...the basic sciences. I really enjoy tutoring these subjects because my students and I work together to understand the principles underlying the problems, which helps us remember everything better and makes studying more enjoyable. My tutoring theory is that students either know the answer or know how to find it, and together we can make that happen. My wife and I spend our free time camping, cycling, running, reading and exploring New England, which we...