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Max: Somerville tutor
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...a volunteer tutor where I would meet with students from all courses to provide assistance with homework or classwork. During my three years as a study center tutor, I met with students in algebra 1 all the way up to students in multivariable calculus and linear algebra. By far, I enjoyed tutoring calculus the most due to its immense applicability and adaptability. I am also particularly passionate about organic chemistry and have spent much of...
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580

Kara: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...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 think it's an incredibly valuable opportunity and investment. In my spare time, I like to read, dance, knit and sew.
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Boston University - Bachelor of Science, Human Biology

Erna: Somerville tutor
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...culture, film, and people from other places and times. I have taught students from high school honors through to college and graduate school as well as adult professionals seeking foreign language training either for work or travel. In addition, I have edited books by other writers, including comparative and international law dissertations (in French and English), business proposals, and assisted professionals in the entertainment industry with doctoring teleplays, stage plays, writing script treatments, and copy...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, English and Romance Languages
Oxford University - Masters, Modern Languages (French)

Jon: Somerville tutor
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...and music was a gateway for me to understand more about everything around me. I want my students to have experiences like that, where learning about something seemingly uninteresting opens unexpected doors to exciting new worlds. After I graduated from Pitt, I went to grad school for ethnomusicology at Harvard. Since getting my Ph.D. in 2016, I've been teaching classes on music and culture in colleges in the New England area. Because of my varied...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Harvard University - Doctor of Philosophy, Musicology and Ethnomusicology

Michael: Somerville tutor
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...in many different areas of the field of computer science including full stack web development, cloud data processing, and even as a programming instructor at CodeNinjas, a summer STEM camp for children. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about teaching the new generation of software engineers how to program in many code languages including Java, Javascript, Python, HTML, CSS, C#, C++ and more. I believe that knowledge is power...
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Worcester Polytechnic Institute - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science

Amy: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...out my coursework at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY and the research portion of my degree was performed at The Rockefeller University in New York City. After completing my Ph.D. in the Spring of 2013 I then moved back to Massachusetts, which is where I grew up. While obtaining my degrees I have taught and mentored students in science from a variety of different age groups. These experiences have taught me how to tailor my...
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Dickinson College - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Rockefeller University - PHD, Biochemistry

Ian: Somerville tutor
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...College where I wrote my thesis on the Middle East entitled, "Economic Opportunity and Inequality as Contributing Factors to the Arab Spring: The Cases of Tunisia and Egypt". Prior to this I earned my Bachelor's Degree in Communication and History with Magna Cum Laude and Dean's List First honors, also from Boston College. Beyond this I have done certificate coursework at the National University of Singapore in Game Theory, Cambridge University (UK) in ancient empires...
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Boston College - Bachelors, Communication & History
Boston College - Masters, Political Science & International Relations

Patrick: Somerville tutor
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...for a junior high school student in a summer program and helped her design and execute a research project examining a genetic knockout mouse model. I also served as a teaching assistant for first year graduate students in a Biomedical Sciences Intro course and first year medical students in a Histology course. Currently, I am a postdoctoral research fellow at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School where I am continuing to perform biomedical research....
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Saint Vincent College - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Doctor of Philosophy, Cellular and Molecular Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
SAT Writing: 710

Jamie: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...work with students applying for colleges, as I have recently gone through this myself and am up to date on what colleges are looking for. I am looking for 8th graders applying to high schools and all levels of high schools. This will allow me to work with students on their college essays and any aspects of their application to make it stronger. I look forward to working with you and getting to know you...
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University of Massachusetts-Lowell - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences
Salem State University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)

Julia: Somerville tutor
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...I've taught both in the States and abroad, tutored, trained teachers, taken academic courses, and worked with education policy. Half of learning is understanding the material, and the other half is understanding yourself and how you need to relate to the material. I think a well rounded, successful student needs to focus on both aspects in order to be prepared for a lifetime of learning, and I'd love to help each and every student in...
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Emory University - Bachelors, Creative Writing/English and Neuropsychology
American University School of International Service - Current Grad Student, International Development

Matthew: Somerville tutor
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...help a student succeed but I improve on my teaching skills at the same time. Wanting to be a professor is doing more than research to me; I want to inspire students and show them the wonder and excitement I see in Physics and Math. Aside from doing Physics and teaching, I really love exercising. Being mentally and physically fit is really important to me. I also enjoy listening to all kinds of music, reading,...
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SUNY at Binghamton - Bachelors, Physics, Mathematics
SUNY at Binghamton - Master of Science, Physics

Hammed: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...quickly identify student's learning weaknesses, thereby paving way to devise the best approach to helping a student learn effectively to acquire adequate knowledge. I am very passionate about teaching and imparting knowledge. I understood the act of teaching as a teacher, and the way of learning as a student. Combining my experiences from teaching and learning equipped me with the required techniques and approaches needed to effectively impart knowledge in students irrespective of academic background....
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Federal Polytechnic Ede - Associate in Science, Statistics
University of Ibadan - Bachelor of Science, Statistics
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - Master of Science, Statistics

Puja: Somerville tutor
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I'm a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University. I received my B.S. in Biological Sciences with a minor in Biomedical Engineering. Personally, I like tutoring STEM subjects such as math, biology, and chemistry the most. I love seeing my students gain confidence in their subject areas and grow over time. Outside of academia, I enjoy cooking, exercising, reading, and spending time with my dog.
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Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Math: 750
SAT Writing: 790

Katie: Somerville tutor
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...junior at Loyola University New Orleans. I study math, physics, and spanish. I have been a tutor for the past year for college level students. I enjoy helping students to realize their potential. When I'm not in the classroom, I am in the pool. I have the privilege of being the captain of the Women's Swim Team at Loyola. I've been a swimmer all my life and enjoy getting to know athletes in all sports!
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Loyola University-New Orleans - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
SAT Math: 700

Skyler: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
I am an incoming law student for the Fall of 2025, with acceptances to Harvard, UPenn, and Duke! I personally improved my LSAT from a 163 to a 176 and am dedicated to helping others improve as well.
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Boston College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Misha: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...Charter School Network. I have received teacher training with Kipp, Teach for America, Skillful Teacher specifically centered on Teaching Reading. I have taught 5th and 6th Grade for three years, I have a teaching certificate in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education where I scored in the top 10% of all students to take the exam. I majored in Ancient Greek history at Columbia University with a minor in Anthropology. I have studied European History,...
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Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, History
Questrom School of Business - Masters in Business Administration, Accounting and Business Management

Kerleene: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...my teammates with homework and was eventually hired on as a biology tutor in the off-season. My specialty was biology throughout my time in school. However, I took a lot of pride in my trigonometry and algebra skills which continued to serve me well into college physics classes. I want to make sure students can connect the material they are learning to their own lives so that education becomes something they truly value. It can...
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University of Massachusetts at Amherst - Bachelor, Anthropology

John: Somerville tutor
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Learning is a lifetime journey - and you're never too old to embark on a new chapter. Take up painting for fun, a martial art, read a book in a subject you never thought you might be interested. Above all, remember to keep yourself exploring new and different latitudes.
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Hobart William Smith Colleges - Bachelor in Arts, English
Michigan State University - Master of Arts, Creative Writing
Stanford University - Master of Arts, Photographic, Film, and Video Technology

Zibad: Somerville tutor
Certified Tutor in Somerville, MA
...& worked in Switzerland, Kenya & Bangladesh, I have experience working with students of all backgrounds & demographics. Additionally, I have acquired many real-world organizational skills whilst pursuing my undergrad degree in business management & marketing, and an MBA program in the future, which will help me provide a pragmatic approach to learning & educating towards students. This background also helps in my specialized field of teaching qualitative, analytical & subjective courses such as English,...
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Suffolk University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Marketing

Angelika: Somerville tutor
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...Reader program. In high school, I tutored peers struggling with algebra, geometry, and biology. In college, I have taken and done well in a wide range of classes including classes in biology, chemistry, physics, and advanced mathematics. In my spare time, I love reading science fiction, realistic fiction, fantasy, and nonfiction. I tutor SAT math and critical reading, Prealgebra, Algebra I & II, Trigonometry, Calculus AB and Calculus BC, as well as Chemistry, Biology and...
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Amherst College - Bachelor of Science, Biophysics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 780
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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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