Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Somerville, MA

...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.

...I believe that often in education children are given up on if they cannot grasp 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...

...Bachelor's in History, with minors in English Literature, Classical Civilizations, and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. I'm a current Master's student at Brandeis University studying English and Women's Studies. I've worked as a K-12 substitute teacher for the last four years, and, for three of my four years of undergrad, worked in my university's Writing Center as a Writing Tutor. I received two promotions in this role. As a substitute, I've worked in both mainstream...

...are in the 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!

...MIT. I will be pursuing a PhD in the fall and have some time off 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...

...tutoring 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...

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

...am passionate about literature and the value that one can take from a story, poem, or play. In my experience I have found it helpful to make real world, modern day connections between the student and 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...

...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 new...

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.

...B.A. in Classics with a focus on Roman History and a minor in Environmental Studies. Since graduation, I have worked as a teacher in Lawrence MA, where I help design curriculum for social studies and science and teach reading, math, social studies, and science to kindergarten through first grade students. I have also tutored adults working towards their GED, led ESL conversation classes, and worked with high school age students. I have experience tutoring a...

...as 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...

...as a guide, a primary goal of mine is to share my passion for learning and knowledge to help others reach their potential. My career change from finance to education, language, and literature is precisely what 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...

...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 teacher who strives to create a positive and nurturing learning environment that cultivates mindful and motivated students, who are prepared and empowered for success in the future of tomorrow. My interests outside of teaching include: reading, scrapbooking, traveling, photography, the arts, yoga, listening to music and watching movies. I...

...Cambridge, Massachusetts as a senior at Harvard University studying government and economics. I'm very excited to be tutoring for Varsity Tutors because I received tutoring for standardized tests on the website when I was applying to colleges a few years ago, and I'm excited to continue the tradition of excellence and to help everyone do well and achieve what they are aiming to do! I am the oldest of four children so my tutoring experience...

...and 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...

...junior 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...

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

...as a Biology Mentor in the Student to Student Mentorship Program. I also worked as a teaching assistant at a local daycare for over seven years. At the daycare, I worked with children from the ages 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...

...College, and I am a certified English teacher for both middle and high school students. I have years of experience in mentoring and tutoring students from a variety of different backgrounds. From volunteering my time tutoring immigrants in Providence working towards United States citizenship, to fine-tuning essays with gifted students seeking enrollment in prestigious science fairs, I'm reminded of the unique qualities that people have to offer every day. While my favorite subjects to tutor...