Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Somerville, MA

...kinds of students. I believe math can and should be an approachable and fun subject that anyone can master. I also have experience working with Deaf/hard-of-hearing students and am professionally proficient in American Sign Language. I have an undergraduate degree from Brown University and a masters in Deaf Education from Boston University. I have been a classroom teacher for three years, with experience teaching both math and English language arts. I have worked as a...

...students to realize their own potential and ability to succeed, no matter what material lies before them. Learning is not just confined to facts in a textbook, and giving students the tools to succeed in school and beyond is of utmost importance to me. As a recent graduate from Rice University with a double-major in English and Biology, I have extensive experience with a broad range of academic subjects. My tutoring experience includes teaching introductory...

...for words and an aptitude for reading and writing. I earned my bachelor's in engineering with a concentration in materials science. Afterwards, I moved to Sweden and completed a master's in sustainable technology. I lived in Stockholm for two years and worked on teams with students from all over the world. My thesis focused on energy efficiency in wastewater treatment systems. I believe in life-long learning and keeping a curious spirit. Having gone through the...

...gain confidence as they overcome their academic challenges. As a student from kindergarten through graduate school, my teachers and professors were role models that I admired and used as models for my own behavior. One of my proudest moments was working as an undergraduate instructor as part of my doctoral program at Northeastern University. Walking in the classroom and getting to stand at the front of the classroom for the first time, completing my journey...

...bonding experience for me, because I showed and told my family how I was feeling about the topic of potential love between two people, and they were pleased to see that side of me finally come out as I grew older. Overall, I consider myself a character with a witty personality. I try to take everything at least somewhat lightly, because humor always lightens the mood, as long as it is called for and appropriate....

...Arbor, with a B.S. in Psychology and Medical Anthropology. I am currently work full-time as an Research Assistant for the NIH, focusing on Youth and Social Issues, at the University of Michigan Institute for Social Research. I am gearing up to continue graduate school and a career in public health and creative health prevention programming! I love teaching and tutoring students of all ages, as I am passionate about education and empowering others to become...

...University of Massachusetts Lowell. I am excited and pleased to be your tutor. As a college student who has graduated from high school, I have experience in basic high school subjects. I know most of the basic math that is taught before Calculus II like geometry, trigonometry, algebra, pre-calculus. I have been educated in all high school sciences like physics, chemistry, and biology. I have taken the SATs, ACTs, and know the challenges that come...

...Science in Human Physiology and my Master of Public Health with focus on Health Policy & Management. I currently manage a medical practice at one of the country's largest hospitals. I have extensive tutoring experience from the grades K-12, as well as college level. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about math. I believe that education is critical to living life to its fullest and try to encourage students...

My personal writing journey has been long and tedious, but well worth the struggle. Once I improved my writing, I gained more confidence in my academic work. My personal writing story is the reason I tutor students. I want to help students build their confidence and to help them become good writers.

...When not studying, I am an active blogger, writer and artist. I have been tutoring for local elementary school children since I was in 9th grade, but during high school I expanded to work with middle school students. While college was a busier time for me, I still managed to volunteer and work with primary age children teaching dance. I love working with students and sharing my passion for writing, reading, and the arts. However,...

Hi! I'm Laura, a sophomore at Boston University studying Computer Science. I love anything math/CS related, but I also love to read and write. I've tutored many friends in math classes and helped many of my international friends with writing and grammar. I love to learn and I love being able to teach and tutor students of all levels.

...in 2014. I am a tutor because I love to see people grow their abilities to write and communicate in English subjects. I believe being able to write effectively and clearly is essential in our society. I have worked for years as a swim instructor and saw many students going out of their comfort zones and improving their skills, and love to see the same motivations in English students. I have worked in many workshop...

...graduated from Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, NY, in May 2015 with a BA in International Affairs and a BA with Honors in German, and a minor in Government. I worked as a tutor for all levels of German and for introductory levels of Government throughout my time at Skidmore, and I'm continuing to tutor outside of college because it's something that I love to do! I'm fascinated with the German language and culture, and...

I seek to spread knowledge and wisdom to the next generation of innovators. I am devoted to personal connections and making each student realize their potential. I love to bring positivity and optimism to most situations I encounter, and am great at on-the-spot troubleshooting. I thrive off of relationships and feeding off the energy the universe provides for us all! ... Everyone is driven to learn by a unique force that shapes them as an individual....

...I'm working on a novel (I work a lot in the fantasy and young/new adult genres). I'm primarily a writing tutor, and I believe in writing as a means of deepening your own understanding. My personal expertise lies mostly in the arts and social sciences, but I love working in subjects I'm not as familiar with! If I'm not as familiar with the subject matter, it helps the person I'm working with break things down...

...Mandarin opens doors to cultural understanding, a skill I have been honored for through an award for academic excellence in the study of the language. My teaching philosophy centers on empathy and customization. I believe in meeting students where they are, identifying their unique strengths, and creating engaging, low-pressure sessions that prioritize critical thinking over rote memorization. Whether breaking down complex essays or practicing conversational Mandarin, I aim to make learning both meaningful and enjoyable....

...two undergraduate degrees from the University of Connecticut in Cognitive Science and Linguistics, and have enjoyed tutoring all through my educational career. I have been tutoring since high school in a variety of different subjects and every experience has been unique and fulfilling. From middle and high school students to college students, I love the challenge of finding the best way to make a concept make sense to a student and learning about all of...

At the core, I love learning and find it fun. In teaching, I try to convey that sense of fun to my students. I use a variety of techniques depending on my student's learning style, but I always focus on the fun of learning new things.... In a first session with a student, I would introduce the basic concepts and core questions of the subject, and determine my student's learning style in order to plan future...

...Harvard College studying Economics and Neurobiology. Since junior high, I have been a tutor, and I am comfortable whether the subject is English, calculus, or biology. I believe knowledge is most useful when you're able to integrate it into your everyday life. To that end, I would seek to learn from you and listen to your interests, and then find ways to show the hidden connections between the subject under study and your everyday life.

...students for almost 15 years. I really enjoy being part of the learning process and helping students succeed. My professional life began as a biochemist and intellectual property attorney. After practicing law for five years, I attended grad school at Stanford, graduating in 2012. This background allows me to support students in a fairly large number of subjects. I look forward to working with you and helping you bring all your skills to the table.