Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Somerville, MA

...for over 15 years in courses and programs at Harvard University (where I've taught writing for 8 years), Emerson College, Duke University (where I got my PhD), and Carleton College (where I did my undergrad). My favorite subjects are writing, government/politics, history, literature, and philosophy. I also enjoy advising students on college applications and admissions essay. I believe that dedicated students of all levels and backgrounds can make progress toward their learning goals.

...a concept when in fact it is the education system that is failing the child. Every child has their own way of learning, and as an educator, it is my mission to make sure that every child achieves his/her goals. I am originally from Orlando, FL but relocated to Massachusetts a little over a year ago. I went to the University of Central Florida where I obtained my Bachelors in Elementary Education. I have six...

...REACH), and have experience with a myriad of subject matters (ie: Social Studies, Math, English). My favorite subject to tutor is definitely ELA! I have experience as a freelance middle school private tutor and a college application editor/tutor. I'd describe my tutoring style as very hands on. I come to sessions with lesson plans based on both the student's and teacher's educational goals, and create plans that are simultaneously engaging/fun, but also challenging. I like...

...right place if you are looking for educational, yet fun classes with an experienced tutor. I've been working as a teacher/tutor of English for 15 years now, including positions as a University Professor of English, ESL teacher, Lead Teacher, and Adjunct Professor. I have lived in Europe, Asia, and USA and can help you understand and speak with an accent of your choice (British or American). Let's improve your English skills together!

...this summer. While at MIT, I came to really enjoy teaching. I have degrees in Physics and Linguistics, and am proficient in a variety of subjects including (but not limited to) math, physics, English, and foreign languages. I am fluent in German (both speaking and reading), and I studied Spanish extensively in school. My teaching experience includes tutoring throughout middle and high school, as well as several teaching assistantships at MIT. I am familiar with...

...worthwhile and enjoyable for students. I graduated cum laude from Smith College in 2015 with a Bachelor's degree in French and American Studies. I have been studying French for eleven years. During my time in college, I studied abroad in Paris for a year. While in France, I had the opportunity to tutor middle to elementary school-aged students. I loved working with students in French and English. Since graduating, I have continued to pursue my...

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

...the work of literature that they are reading, to both help them understand that work and to enjoy and appreciate the value of the particular work. These connections might include comparing the work that a student is struggling with to their own interests, such as their favorite genre of music, movies, or television, to help them better understand and relate to what they are reading and/or writing about. I have also helped students prepare for...

...with a minor in mathematics. I started tutoring in high school by teaching my peers after school and during our lunch breaks. I have a passion for helping others with their studies and accomplishing their aspirations. It's always an exciting experience to help other overcome obstacles and achieve their goals! I am also able to tutor in Mandarin Chinese. My hobbies are exploring the city of Boston, visiting historical landmarks and museums, and trying out...

I am very enthused about furthering my instruction to students in regular and special education. Working with ESOL students is a priority to me as I help them apply their new English skills to their work on an ongoing basis for 25 years.

...and working with a wide variety of ages. Whether it’s learning how to be a better test-taker or honing an essay on Shakespeare, my favorite thing about tutoring is seeing the great progress my students make. Although my college focus was on history and literature, I also love to tutor math, which was my favorite subject all through middle school and high school. Outside of academics, I love playing field hockey, hiking, traveling, and spending...

...an ESL classroom teacher. I'm a tutor because I love working individually with students, helping them understand material and grow more confident as learners! I majored in History and French at Northwestern and have worked for over a year as a classroom and private English teacher. I am qualified to teach English as a second language, French language, and all levels of academic writing. I'm also a *huge* standardized test geek--I'm here to help you...

...distinguishes my background and broadens my knowledge base with which to tutor. My undergraduate major in Accounting provided a technical base largely focused on logic, problem-solving, and factual concepts. Complementing this quantitative foundation with a graduate liberal arts degree in English also relied on logic, but qualitatively enhanced my ability to synthesize and express information with more insight and clarity. Therefore, my two academic areas converge into a holistic view of education which I consider...

...is with high school students. I have tutored many subjects: Algebra 1, Spanish 1, ELL, High School English, High School History, and Time Management and Organizational skills. I enjoy tutoring Algebra 1, organizational skills, and Spanish because math is one of my favorite subjects growing up, I think organization is one of the keys to a successful school career, and I love the Spanish language. My teaching philosophy is that I believe to be a...

...siblings with their schoolwork for as long as I can remember, and I've always had a knack for helping students understand things better on their own. I take a very personalized approach, going through your specific thought process and moving forward from there. I am excited to help students in ACT/SAT/PSAT prep as well as subjects like English, Math, French, Spanish, and just anything social studies-related! In my free time, I like to watch sports,...

...I love to make people laugh. In College I majored in political science and creative writing so people always say I'd be a good speech writer for politicians. I enjoy running and writing poetry - one day I'd love to have one of my plays performed live on stage. But until that day, I love just hanging out with my friends and going and seeing scifi movies - anything which takes place in the future...

...at Brandeis University in Waltham, MA where I study Biology and Public Health. After college, I hope to attend medical school and become an OB/GYN. School was always challenging for me. I had poor reading comprehension and I really struggled with math. No matter how hard I worked, sometimes the material just would not click. I worked with my teachers and tutors who helped me overcome many of my learning barriers. I have been tutoring...

I am passionate about teaching and ensuring that my students can get something valuable out of my sessions.

...of six weeks to six years. The facility I worked for was credited and licensed as a full pre-school and kindergarten with the necessary curriculums. Thus, I have years of experience helping younger children learn the basics that will become the foundation of their learning in life. My favorite subject to teach and tutor is Science. Although I specialize in Biology, I have much experience with the other sciences as well. My teaching philosophy changes...

...I find that any topic that I can help a student progress in is something to be excited about! Both in and out of the classroom I aim to arm my students with the means to find and articulate their own answers while also maintaining a strong knowledge base. In my spare time I enjoy playing music with my two younger brothers, playing or watching football, and otherwise seeking to improve myself.