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Kerry: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...have experience working with clients with ADD/ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. My favorite subjects to tutor are Psychology, French, writing, and SAT prep (especially SAT Verbal), though I have a wide range of other qualifications. For fun, I enjoy board games (a few favorites: Ghost Stories, Betrayal at House on the Hill, Dominion) and video games (Hearthstone, various indie games, and anything Legend of Zelda!), music (mostly piano, although I'm trying to learn guitar and...
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Cornell University - Bachelors, Psychology
William James College - Masters, Professional Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Verbal: 740
SAT Writing: 760
Isaac: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
I am a passionate science educator with experience teaching high school students, college students, and adults. I like to teach by building frameworks of understanding with my students, and make sure to treat each case individually.... Every student is different. Instead of covering everything taught in the class, I prefer to focus on problem areas.... I believe that learning is a personal process, and the role of a good teacher or tutor is to facilitate and...
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University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelors, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 780
Greg: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...from Cornell University. I have always loved teaching and believe that one-on-one guidance can be a strong aid not just for school, but really for any life activity. I have experience tutoring elementary, middle, and high school students but am willing to teach at any level. My specialties lie in the sciences and with my strong research background I am not a stranger to navigating and explaining what seems like daunting concepts. Going beyond the...
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Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1510
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 740
Matthew : Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...through my involvement with the Tufts University French Club as an undergraduate, and my subsequent work in university settings in France and in the United States has bolstered my passion for working with students. I have earned advanced degrees in French and History at New York University and The University of Paris (Panthéon-Sorbonne). My tutoring specialities are in French, Social Studies (History, Government, Political Science), English, and GRE Test Preparation. I believe in using a...
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Tufts University - Bachelors, French, International Relations
New York University - Masters, French, History
GRE Verbal: 170
Taylor: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...& Economics I am a former university TA and tutor. I am a passionate about teaching and also volunteered for after school programs at nearby public schools. I now work as an engineer/business analyst. In my free time I enjoy martial arts and traveling. I took the GMAT a few weeks ago and did very well. All the learning techniques and tricks are fresh in my mind so I'll be sure to raise your score!...
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
GMAT: 770
Davis: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...from statistics to SAT prep. I also taught two Chemistry 101 lab sections. In addition to my teaching experience I scored a 41 on the MCAT as well as a 1440 on the SAT(don't remember my writing score). I tutor MCAT because I understand that studying for the test can often seem like a steep mountain to climb. I understand the importance placed on doing well and how stressful it can be for prospective physicians....
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Duke University - Bachelors, Biology, General
MCAT: 41
Emily: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...school English, SAT prep, and algebra. In my years as a tutor in the MA public school system and at UMass Amherst, I have worked with both high school and college-aged students. As a camp counselor and neuroscience researcher, I have worked with infants and children from 2 months to 13 years of age. I take the time to help my students find the best learning style for them and tailor my teaching approach accordingly....
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University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 780
Meghan: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...develop a well-rounded understanding of the techniques, while making the sessions fun. I'm a strong proponent of keeping studying dynamic. It is important to me that my students come away from our sessions with not only the scores or grades they desire, but a deeper understanding of the topics and skills that will continue to benefit them beyond test day. In my spare time I love long runs, singing, hiking, and reading.
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Cornell University - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Connecticut - Doctor of Philosophy, American Literature
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 34
Amanda: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...every section of the test, and by the time I left ScorePlus I knew the ACT backward and forward. I enjoyed helping students grasp the content, but the most fun part of tutoring was finding tips and creative approaches to the test that fit the individual student I was working with. I loved watching students gradually discover that they could succeed at the material we were covering. As people gained confidence, their frustration disappeared and...
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Union University - Bachelor in Arts, English
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 36
ACT Reading: 36
Sarah: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...college, I went on to get my Masters of Science in Biomedical Science at Tufts University School of Medicine. I am currently applying to medical school and hope to matriculate next fall. In the past, I have tutored middle school geometry and worked as a peer tutor in a college level introductory biology lab. I have an extensive background in biology and am passionate about healthcare. I hope to share my love of science and...
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelors, Global Public Health
Tufts University School Of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Masters of Biomedical Science
ACT Composite: 31
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 31
Nicholas: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...tutor most often in reading and math, as well as in the MCAT subjects. I focus my tutoring around finding each students desired method of learning/problem solving and trying to apply that to the problems at hand. I have been tutoring or TAing since high school and hope to continue reducing stress and finding the best ways to learn for students of all ages. ABOUT ME: I graduated from Brown University with a Sc.B in...
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Brown University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Kaley: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...working with kids since high school. I have experience both as a classroom teacher and a tutor and in these roles I look for ways to make learning fun and rewarding. I especially love teaching reading and writing and I have taught or tutored these subjects to students ranging from kindergarten through adults. I also have experience tutoring test prep subjects and focus both on the content material and test taking skills. My passion is...
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Brown University - Bachelors, Education and Public Policy
Harvard Graduate School of Education - Masters, Human Development and Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 730
SAT Verbal: 790
Sarah : Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...and succeed as students and as people. My favorite subject has always been writing because I believe it is a fundamental building block to any successful career, both in school and out of school. I love helping people to realize that they have the ability to be a great writer with some practice, and I firmly believe that with the right approach, it's an accessible skill for all learners. Outside of work, I enjoy dancing...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English
Boston College - Juris Doctor, Legal Studies
LSAT: 164
Jane: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...Biology, AP Physics, and AP Chemistry for 2 years. I love teaching students HOW to learn, not just WHAT to learn. I always emphasize hard work - because you always get what you work for. I don't care about natural intelligence, because trying your best and being persistent is the key to learning and improvement. My favorite part of teaching is seeing the student understanding a concept for the first time.
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Boston University - Bachelor of Science, Human Physiology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 780
Meghan: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...at hand; it's about finding the ways in which you learn best and allowing yourself to have what you need, even if it isn't seen as average. Too often, our schools value data over students and forget that education is about discovery and personal growth. As a teacher and tutor, I strive to understand my students individually as whole, complex people. In doing so, I am able to better reach the person in front of...
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University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor in Arts, English
Boston College - Master of Arts, Education
GRE Verbal: 164
Daniel: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...always loved math and science. I tend to think of complex scientific concepts in words that I can actually understand, and many of my pupils tell me that I explain them better than their teachers, which is why I am so passionate about tutoring. I am currently applying to medical school, and a friend of mine asked me to help him prepare for the MCAT after he learned my score, and his practice scores have...
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Northeastern University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 700
Aneri : Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...I love sharing my knowledge with others and help students get past learning hurdles. I have more than 5 years of tutoring experience and experience tutoring elementary students all the way up to college students. Currently I am a sophomore at Cornell University studying neuroscience as my major and math as my minor. Even at college I have continued tutoring. I am on the E-board for our tutoring club. I also lead a study section...
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Cornell University - Current Undergrad, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 720
Kate: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...take standardized exams such as the MCAT and the medical board certifying STEP exams. I find teaching incredibly rewarding and enjoy getting to know each of my students learning styles and where I can most assist in their mastery of the topic. I also enjoy teaching not only for mastery of content but also strategic test taking for standardized and entrance exams at the undergraduate and graduate level. I believe that learning can be a...
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University of Rochester - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Boston University - Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
SAT Math: 700
Peter: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...ideas as a TA, as a volunteer in local schools, and as a frequent contributor to the student science magazine were some of my most rewarding experiences in college. Outside of academia, I love the outdoors, especially camping and back backing. After graduating from Swarthmore I worked as a caretaker on the Appalachian Trail for four months, and am now settling down to tutor full-time until hiking season comes back into full swing. Next fall...
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Swarthmore College - Bachelors, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 730
Nathaniel: Somerville Graduate Test Prep tutor
Certified Graduate Test Prep Tutor in Somerville, MA
...and SAT prep. I've always had a passion for narrative and communication, where these subjects in the humanities meet and form a core source of critical thinking skills that fuel inquiry and success in both higher education and life. In addition to teaching at Binghamton and taking on a number of private clients, I designed and taught college-level courses to high school students as part of MIT's Educational Studies Program. This program places undergraduate and...
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Brandeis University - Bachelors, History, Political Science
Brandeis University - Masters, Political Science and Government
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