608 Somerville Spelling Tutors

...I earned my MFA in painting from American University where my coursework included art history and art theory; during my graduate studies I was awarded a Mellon Foundation grant and a travel prize for research in Spain. I also offer lessons in drawing and painting, art appreciation, and cooking. In short, my education and teaching experience have... read more

...My engineering studies have given me a strong understanding of higher level math, such as calculus and differential equations. I have used this background to teach all levels of math and physics, in general programs, honors, IB, and AP. I have found that the most important thing in tutoring physics and math is to explain the relationship between... read more

...I have a nostalgic passion for it and will continue to teach others until I am old. :) Public speaking in front of others is something I've done in high school (Model UN), college (class presentations and my thesis), and even in the professional world. I was hired as a consultant and public speaker. Knowledge is confidence and audience is key. From... read more

I am a licensed elementary school teacher in Waltham, MA. I teach 4th grade English Language Learners in all academic areas. My previous experience includes teaching 1st and 2nd grade ELLs, as well as working with high school and adult ELLs in summer programs. I studied Linguistics at Stanford University and minored in Modern Languages and Russian... read more

...Colby I have worked at Tobin Elementary School in Boston for the last two years, working with mostly 5th and 5th graders. Last year I was a one-on-one tutor, with Tutors for All, and this year I was promoted to a supervisory position over other tutors and their students. In this position I had to deal with behavioral issues, interpersonal conflicts,... read more