Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Somerville, MA

Undergraduate pre-med biochemistry student at UMass Amherst with tons of tutoring experience and a passion for helping students understand material :)

...to give instructive, informative 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...

...college English courses for over 25 years, and SAT prep classes for four years, both remote and in-person. I adopted my daughter from Ethiopia when she was 7 years old, and she spoke no English. To prepare her for first grade, I taught her to read using a Phonics curriculum, and she was able to read whole paragraphs in English within just a few months. I love working with students of all ages and abilities...

...in college at NYU. I was an America Reads/America Counts tutor working directly with students and their homeroom teachers to identify and rectify learning issues before they seriously impacted a students progress. After college I worked as a personal math and English tutor for the Department of Education. My students ranged in age from 8-19, I specialized in SAT English prep. Most recently I was a Computer Instructor/Multi-media Instructor for the Madison Square Boys and...

...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 the middle of fast-paced, high...

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.

Teaching is a special calling. As educators, we can, and should, apply all of our knowledge and skills to positively affect students' lives for the rest of their lives. A good teacher, at every turn, continually endeavors to augment his/her pedagogy; yielding students knowledge, well-roundedness, a positive personal image, happiness, quality of life, and good citizenship. A good teacher's day never ends. Once a teacher, always a teacher.

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Hello! My name is Allie, and I am a certified Grades 5-12 Social Studies teacher in the states of Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Vermont. I hold a bachelor's degree in Secondary Education and American Studies, as well as a master's degree in History. I am a published Young Adult author, and I am eager to share my passions for teaching, writing, and history with you!

I have been teaching for 5 years and enjoy helping students one-on-one with a variety of subjects. I want to not only assist with their educational achievements, but also to foster their self confidence.

...ten years. While at Columbia, I also studied social movements, political theory, history, literature and globalization. In addition to my studies, I have seven years of tutoring experience as well as one year of teaching experience. In high school, I volunteered as an ESL tutor. In college, I volunteered as a homework tutor (geometry, English literature, grammar, biology and persuasive essay writing) as well as a college mentor. As a college mentor, I edited college...

...to love -- or at least appreciate -- the details that make up complex subject matters. My favorite moment with any student is when the student realizes how fascinating a subject matter is after really mastering all of the "dry" details. When my students start internalizing the LSAT or languages I am teaching them, I know I am doing my job. I graduate summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from CUNY Macaulay Honors College...

...Guard Academy. As a writing tutor, I assisted students with all stages from the writing process, from brainstorming and drafting, to research strategies and proper citation techniques. By working for two very different universities, I have experience working with a variety of students in multiple subjects, ranging from English and History papers at Connecticut College to Nautical and Marine Science papers at the Coast Guard Academy. As a writing tutor, I strive to create a...

...high school students, and was hired by my college to teach biology and economics to students at my school. I got a 2100 on my SAT's and a 29 composite score on my ACT's (my scores in English and Math were 34 and 31, respectively). I also got my IB diploma in high school, which required high scores on the standardized IB exams and the completion of multiple projects. I love tutoring and look forward...

...My certification program has also given me the tools for effective instruction, as well as opportunities to work in real classrooms with students. Aside from this, I have taken my own initiative to teach several original lessons at my old high school. With this background and experience combined, I make a great tutor! By getting to know my clients' educational goals and interests, I provide instruction that is both comprehensive and engaging. The more a...

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...

...students in these areas and beyond. I also have a passion for political science and government, and am very knowledgable in both of these areas because of my coursework and independent research. I also help students write personal statements, cover letters, and other application materials at my on-campus job, which I have been trained by professionals to qualify for this position. I hope to help students become more confident in their studies, and in grasping...

I am so happy to be a tutor with Varsity Tutors. Lifelong learning is a value I hold very dear. I received my degree 20 years ago, but I personally have never stopped enriching my life through education; whether it be through music, speaking foreign languages, or studying any topic I want to pursue. I look forward to helping you reach your educational goals in a fun and engaging way! ... I believe in working very...

...need or want assistance. I am most comfortable with History, particularly World History (ancient through modern) and US History (I admit that political history between 1820 and 1850 is not my favorite subject, but I know it!). I speak four languages beyond English, in varying degrees (French, German, Arabic, Hebrew). My graduate training in History focused on Middle Eastern History and Cold War History (especially the nuclear arms race); in college, I minored in History,...

...Human Development at Tufts University. I am taking courses in Children's Media and 21st Century Literature, and seeking applied experience in the community as well as research opportunities. My interest in working with youth stems from my desire to provide the education and spaces that I wish I had access to as a young person. My professional career thus far has helped me to establish my own values and philosophy for helping children. Both in...