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John: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
It brings me great joy to help transform a student from struggling to confident in Mathematics and Science.
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University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Physics

Sarah: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...Summer School with middle schoolers, worked with college students abroad, and then went to graduate school to become an educator. I have been a licensed teacher in MA for 3 years and I love teaching. It is by far one of the most exciting and rewarding careers to have. Although I enjoy working with a larger classroom of students, I especially enjoy working 1-on-1 with students. There is incredible joy in working together to make...
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Bowdoin College - Bachelors, Religion, Psychology
Harvard University Harvard Divinity School - Masters, Religion, Education

Tracy: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
With a bachelor's in Spanish and an MBA in sustainability and social change, I love to help students write their college essays and bring out their true meaning directly and succinctly. I appreciate the writing process and essay evolution. I believe that less is more and can help you feel comfortable in your reading, writing, and college application essays! I tutor for College Application Essays, Reading, and English, Yoga, and Adult Health and Wellness.
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Clark University - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
Clark University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Jay: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...I played varsity soccer and tutored many students in a variety of subjects - algebra, calculus, psychology, physiology, physics, biology, and statistics. My teaching style targets each unique student's learning style and way of analyzing. That is my first targeted observation before I can truly begin tutoring with any true impact. I have spent the last two years out of school managing an organic farm and directing product and systems design for a farm-tech startup...
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Brown University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

Bradford: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...in Biochemistry and Neuroscience. I have been tutoring for the past 6 years and really enjoy teaching. Ideally I like to find out what the student is studying/struggling with BEFORE I visit so that I can make a visual study guide/review along with a few practice problems so that we can spend our time effectively. My strategy is not to tell students the material, but rather have them understand the concepts for themselves by probing...
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Franklin and Marshall College - Bachelors, Biochemistry and Neuroscience
Tufts Medical School - Masters, Biomedical Sciences

Reena: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...them grow as students and learn to appreciate the importance of education. Math has been my favorite subject for as long as I can remember and tutoring as been my way of spreading my passion for the subject.My general approach during my tutoring sessions is to utilize creativity and problem solving to help my students develop new strategies to tackle complicated subjects. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, cooking, dancing, and exploring the city!
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Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience

Julia: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
I am a college student looking to help fellow students who are in middle school through high school get to the next stages of their lives. School can get rough, and having someone there to help with any particular subjects or go over and review topics is helpful, and I want to be a part of that process.
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Northeastern University - Current Undergrad Student, International Relations
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720

Kate: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...resume, on choosing your recommenders, or on any other part of the business school application process. I've been through it all myself (and got into four top business schools), and I'm happy to share what I learned throughout my own application journey! I also have extensive experience writing and editing papers and a lot of knowledge to share about PowerPoint and Word as well - please feel free to reach out for more information!
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Colorado College - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Northwestern University - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
GMAT: 720

Amber: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
I am a recent graduate of Wittenberg University with Bachelor degrees in French and History . I have studied French for 13.5 years, including a year and a half in France; first for a year while I was in high school and for a semester in college. As a high school...
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Wittenberg University - Bachelors, French and History

Pierre: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...learner toward self-education and problem solving. My style is not to provide the answer, but to guide one in knowing how to arrive at the answer. This approach has served me well in my professional career, as well as in my personal life. I find myself always challenged with learning new things, and self-learning is the key. For example, to advance my professional career, I took an online course in statistics. In my personal life,...
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Grand Valley State University - Bachelors, Biology (Math minor)
University Illinois at Chicago - Masters, Biochemistry and Physiology
University of Illinois at Chicago - PHD, Cell and Molecular Biology

Paul: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...College Mentor Program where I mentored four inner-city high school students one-on-one and accompanied them as they experienced what college was like for one week. Through my work at the Writing Center, I have experience helping with papers on a wide variety of subjects and have tutored anything from graduate theses papers to introductory level essays. My passion for creative writing drives my tutoring philosophy and with any paper I believe it is paramount that...
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Drew University - Bachelor in Arts, English

Elizabeth: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...sailing club where I taught introductory racing, basic navigation, and basic sailing to kids ages 8-14. I strongly believe that all students have the ability to succeed in school with hard work and dedication. Much of that capacity for success comes from students believing in themselves, and I hope to encourage students to be confident in their ability to succeed in the classroom and in life. I have a passion and enthusiasm for learning that...
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Hamilton College - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Varsha: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...Affairs. In addition, I am on the pre-med track. I have previously organized an after-school STEM program for elementary school children where I would develop lesson plans and teach basic science concepts. I am passionate about all science and math subjects, particularly biology and chemistry because I believe a strong understanding of the sciences gives students the tools for success in all other areas of life. Outside of academics, I enjoy running, reading, and trying...
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Georgetown University - Current Undergrad Student, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1570
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 780

Cooper: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...college. In school, Cooper particularly enjoys maths and economics. He loves to find fun and exciting ways to explain the material to himself and to his friends so that it is easy to remember and learn. In High School he spent a lot of time interacting with younger students by coaching their sports teams or by explaining homework problems to them after school. He is always full of energy and enthusiasm and is more than...
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Harvard University - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 740

Julianne: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...least feel confident in their abilities to do those things! Let me help you with powerful test-taking strategies so that you can approach your test ready to do your best. I love helping students find their unique voice as writers, whether it's in the form of a college essay or an assignment for class. You never know what you can discover about yourself once you sit down to put pen to paper... or fingers to...
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College of the Holy Cross - Bachelors, English
Providence College - Masters, Secondary Education

Yerika: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...person I tutored, tutor me back. Having them teach me how to solve a problem, or how to pronounce or say something correctly, showed me if they learned something, or were still confused. I consider myself to be an outgoing person. Someone who likes to meet new people. I also liked solving problems. Combining these two, was where my passion for teaching began. When I was younger, I wanted to be a math teacher. It...
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Babson College - Bachelor in Business Administration, Real Estate

Johanne: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...from Boston 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...
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Boston University - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Boston University School of Medicine - Master of Science, Biomedical Sciences

Ann Marie: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
I am a full time High School math teacher and teach part time at a community college. I have also been tutoring for a number of years, both in person and online. Algebra I and II, trigonometry, precalculus, calculus
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Fitchburg State University - Masters in Education, Special Education
State Certified Teacher

Dylan: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
I am a graduate of Gettysburg College where I received my Bachelor of Science in Physics with a minor in Mathematics. I graduated Cum Laude and am a member the National Physics Honors Society.
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Gettysburg College - Bachelor of Science, Physics

Jennifer: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
I have been a high school physics teacher for seven years. My focus is on providing students with strategies that help them approach problem solving in a methodical and organized manner. I encourage students to observe their surroundings and use those observations to make connections to what we are learning in the classroom. Through a methodical, inquiry-based approach, students learn how to think critically and approach new scenarios with confidence. ... Usually I will outline a...
Education & Certification
College of the Holy Cross - Bachelors, Physics
SAT Verbal: 710
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Somerville, Massachusetts, was once part of Charlestown. The area is rich with history, as it was part of the American Revolutionary War. Many buildings from back in that time period are still standing today. The Old Cemetery built in 1804 is the oldest in the city, with several important historical figures buried there.
The Somerville Public School District operates 11 facilities for grades Pre-K through 12. There is even a Somerville Center for Adult Learning Experiences. Somerville High is the best in the area, with 23 percent of students participating in Advanced Placement classes. Pairing these classes with private tutoring sessions is a surefire way to help you prepare for the college level. Private instruction and test prep from tutors in Somerville, through either online or in-home tutoring, could provide a chance to get into elite schools. You can work with Somerville, MA, tutors to help make your dream college become a reality.
A number of high ranking colleges are located in or near the Somerville, MA, area. The American International College is one option with a high acceptance rate. Amherst College has a competitive acceptance rate. You will need test prep tutoring and strong scores to get in. It is one of the top national liberal arts colleges in the U.S.
The Somerville Community Path allows for easier access to parts of the city by bike or foot. It runs mainly between Davis Square and Lechmere Square. Only a portion of the path is used, with hopes to expand it in the future. There are also a number of parks in the area where foot traffic and bikes are accepted. These parks provide recreational use for all residents of the community. Perry Park allows dogs, as long as they are kept on a leash. Hodgkins-Curt Park features a baseball field.
The Somerville Theatre is one of the top attractions in the area. It acts as both a movie theater and concert venue. It offers a historical ambiance, as it was developed in 1914. It began as a vaudeville house and has since been transformed. Four or more of the most current movies are typically played on any given day.
Looking to advance your education through private tutoring in Somerville, MA? You may enjoy receiving instruction, either in-home or online, for your class or for test prep. You might benefit from online test prep and tutoring in Somerville, as it helps you prepare for the vigorous tests ahead at the college level.
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