Top Phonics Tutors serving Somerville

Lena: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
I am passionate about empowering others to not only reach academic progress, but also gain a greater self-confidence through encouraging, patient tutoring. I am a middle school school STEM teacher seeking additional students to help in my out-of-work hours. Finally, I am a Cornell University alum and am confident in my ability to teach students in a range of fields - anything from English, ESL, art, writing, social studies to math and computers. Looking forward...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelors, English, History of Art
University of Massachusetts-Boston - Masters, MFA in Creative Writing

Valerie: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
...through mathematical thinking can help create success in other areas. I try to use multiple approaches while teaching, and present ideas as visually and tangibly as possible. One of the dangers of learning math is that students memorize the method for solving a problem but do not realize the underlying concepts. I do my best to ensure that students recognize the broader concepts. Because math builds on itself, it is also very important to look...
Education & Certification
Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor of Science, Applied Math

Andrew: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
...content. An example might be to have them select quotations from Civil Disobedience, put them in their own words, write whether they agree with them or not and create a visual of a selected passage from Walden. Or in addition to an aural discussion of a Scene in Hamlet I will write a web on the board to map both concepts and characters. I believe in growth through learning. I believe it is life in...
Education & Certification
Connecticut College - Bachelor in Arts, English
Smith College - Master of Arts Teaching, Education/English

Michael: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
I am a passionate educator with experience teaching diverse learners from K - 8. I personally believe all students can succeed by providing the correct access to the content.
Education & Certification
Babson College - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management
University of Massachusetts-Boston - Masters in Education, Education

Melanie: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
...think, and I loved the challenge of adjusting my tutoring style accordingly. This passion led me to pursue a career in making education more effective for all students. To pursue this goal, I majored in cognitive science and minored in child development and computer science at Tufts University. My major taught me about how the brain works, and how it learns most effectively. With this background, I bring scientifically tested learning, memorization, and studying techniques...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelor of Science, Cognitive Science

Dorothy: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
...various settings. I love to support others and see them succeed. Over the years I have enjoyed tutoring several elementary school students. In addition, I have used my strong English skills to help a Chinese-speaking neighbor with her English. Among my many interests are music, especially choral and classical, and working with dogs. My present dog has earned her AKC Beginner Novice title, and she also is a therapy dog who regularly visits a nursing...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
Episcopal Divinity School - Unknown, Religion-Pastoral Care

Leah: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
...their life. I also tutor science and social studies, and my favorite part of tutoring these subjects is watching students connect to these topics and become interested in the in the material. As an educator, I am passionate about the importance of teaching in a way that helps students become engaged in what they are learning and working with students to build skills they can apply in a wide variety of settings. I work to...
Education & Certification
Goucher College - Bachelor of Education, Elementary School Teaching

Nathaniel: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
I majored in neuroscience for my undergraduate degree at Hamilton College, and I am currently in graduate school studying to become a speech-language pathologist at the MGH Institute of Health Professions. My background in science and math along with my expertise in language and communication informs the way I teach.
Education & Certification
Hamilton College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience
MGH Institute of Health Professions - Current Grad Student, Communication Sciences and Disorders

Melody: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
...possible. I enjoy languages and cultures. I studied French full time at a private university in Lyon, France and speak french fluently. I love books, music and history. I also like art, gardening and cooking. I grew up in upstate NY and have traveled extensively. My early career was as an EMT-Paramedic, examiner and instructor for the state of Texas so my background is very diverse. I have the skills, desire and methods to help...
Education & Certification
SAF San Angelo Texas, Inflexyon, Lyon France, ITTT - Associates, EMT-Paramedic, French language studies, ESL/TEFL Certification in 2006

Caitlyn: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
...are welcomed and learning feels achievable. My approach combines patience, encouragement, and clear explanations to ensure that students not only understand the material but feel empowered to apply it independently. With a flexible and adaptable teaching style, I enjoy working with learners of all ages and backgrounds. Whether you're struggling with a difficult concept, preparing for an exam, or just looking to stay ahead, I'm excited to help you reach your goals.
Education & Certification
Washington University, Saint Louis - Bachelor, Spanish

Michelle: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
I'm a recent PhD graduate in Bioengineering in the Boston area. My thesis involved nanoparticles and bacterial infections, but as a biomedical engineer I've had training in circuits, mechanics, some programming, chemistry and biology. Tutoring for me is a collaborative effort, following a problem-based learning with questions that will lead the student towards the answer they're looking for while providing a well-rounded understanding of why and how that answer works.
Education & Certification
University of Iowa - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Northeastern University - Doctor of Philosophy, Biomedical Engineering
ACT Composite: 32
GRE Quantitative: 166
GRE Verbal: 166

Ian: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
...communicating abstract concepts with examples, and working through problems in a way that the underlying mathematical principle is apparent. I also have done some work editing scientific research papers, and enjoy writing on my own. As such, I have a passion for language and grammar. My biochemistry degree suits me to working with students interested in the physical sciences. I feel that I am good at sharing in the wonder behind seemingly dull concepts, and...
Education & Certification
Northeastern University - Bachelors, Biochemistry and Linguistics

Sarah: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
I'm a student at Wellesley College in Massachusetts where I am majoring in Spanish. I'm excited to work with anyone who needs help or wants to excel at Spanish levels 1-4. I am originally from upstate New York, and fun fact: I'm a published author.
Education & Certification
Wellesley College - Bachelor in Arts, Spanish
SAT Verbal: 790
SAT Writing: 780

Elizabeth: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
...Writing, as well as the ACT English, Reading, and Writing. I have experience working with ESL students of all levels, and am working on my TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) Certification this summer. I love tutoring students in reading and literature; learning how to analyze literary works reveals so much more depth and makes reading such a rewarding experience. I also really enjoy working with ESL students, and attempting to learn several foreign...
Education & Certification
Northeastern University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Northeastern University - Master of Arts, English
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Reading: 36

Anthony: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
I am passionate about helping students learn about economics, math, history and anything else I can help with. I look forward to working with you!
Education & Certification
University of Massachusetts-Boston - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Lasell College - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Kristina: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
...of required tasks. As a 23-year-old who grew up in Revere, Massachusetts, I have the ability to relate to the youth through our common interests and life experiences. By building strong connections and relationships with the youth, I am able to design and implement course curriculum that not only responds to student learning needs, but that is also relevant, interesting, and engaging for students. I often describe my classroom as "student-centered" and "student-driven," as I...
Education & Certification
Lesley University - Bachelor in Arts, Education
Boston University - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

Maura: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
Currently I am a grade 1 teacher. Teaching is my passion and I love seeing the "aha" moments while teaching. I have experience tutoring and teaching students in K-2 with all different academic levels. I have 6 years of teaching experience.
Education & Certification
Eastern Nazarene College - Bachelor of Science, Early Childhood Education

Pamela: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
...to writing mentorship, I am able to offer useful tips about top-tier universities based on personal experience. After earning an English degree from Mount Holyoke College, I worked as an international journalist before receiving an MA and several awards from Columbia University. I earned a PhD from Bristol University in England, attended Harvard and Oxford universities, and authored and edited acclaimed books that are available in renowned libraries around the world. For over a decade...
Education & Certification
Mount Holyoke College - Bachelor in Arts, English
Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Public Policy, International Policy Analysis

Spencer: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
...Spanish and a minor in Japanese. I am also a current graduate student enrolled in the Linguistics program at Boston University. I am a life-long lover and learner of language and hope to share my passion for the languages I have devoted much of my time and career to, Spanish and Japanese. I aim to help my students succeed in their language learning goals and achieve fluency and competence in all aspects of language learning....
Education & Certification
University of Georgia - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Boston University - Master of Fine Arts, Linguistics

Andrew: Somerville Phonics tutor
Certified Phonics Tutor in Somerville, MA
...of the language. For the past three years I've worked in Vietnam in the country's largest English Center, Vietnam USA society. With this company I would work with every level of students from kindergarten all the way up to IELTS. Along with English I am also fluent in Vietnamese. My mother is Vietnamese and when I was five years old my parents moved to Ho Chi Minh City where I lived up until I was...
Education & Certification
University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business, General
Private Phonics Tutoring in Somerville, MA
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Somerville Phonics Tutoring FAQ
Phonics is an elementary school subject students are required to take. It is part of the Common Core Standards, and a subject that can take time to understand. For children, understanding the relationships between letters/ words and sounds takes practice. Many don't fully understand it at first. Some may learn slower, but your child can get all the help they need because there are so many teachers and study materials out there. Varsity Tutors will find your child a skilled phonics tutor in Somerville, MA, who will work to give the knowledge they need to thoroughly understand phonics. The tutor will work with your student one-on-one to build on their weaknesses, and help reach their phonics goals.
In fact, the educational directors at Varsity Tutors are well-versed in helping students in Somerville find a phonics tutor. There's no question that can't be answered, and no phonics topic that can't be taught to your child's learning style. The goal can be to catch up in class or prepare for the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System test. Your student's tutor will do what it takes to instill proficient phonics skills, whether it is using techniques such as word to word matching, phoneme counting, sound to word matching, or deleted phoneme. The phoneme, or individual sound unit, is often the focus, in order to try to help your child identify each particular sound and make the proper connections.
Many classes resort to a "one-size fits all" approach. This doesn't necessary work for every child, but a tutor could address this issue and offer the help needed to increase motivation and confidence. The right instructor can let your child excel where they haven't before. To be matched with a phonics tutor in Somerville who will put your student's needs first, contact the educational directors at Varsity Tutors.
Mastering phonics is perhaps more imperative than exceling in any other early subject. It is the foundation for reading, and certainly one of the processes by which children learn to read fluently. Your child has much to gain by working with an enthusiastic tutor who could work around their schedule. Lessons can be held after school, in the evening, or on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. The place is open, since the tutor can travel. Face-to-face remote lessons on the web are possible, thanks to a live learning platform. No matter the preference, we will match your child with a phonics tutor in Somerville, MA, who might help them meet and then surpass their goals.
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