Award-Winning AP Chemistry Tutors serving Tacoma, WA

I embrace a student centered approach to student learning. This means that I let the student lead the discussion of a particular problem. I have been teaching for 6 years at the high school level, having come off a BS in Math with a minor in Physics from UC Merced(go bobcats).

...have ample experience to bring to the table to help students succeed. My favorite part of teaching is making direct connections with students, understanding their strengths and struggles, and helping them move through difficulty to experience success. I make sure to focus on the emotional development of a student, not just the intellectual, because I firmly believe self-confidence is an essential ingredient for growth that can serve a student well beyond my time with them.

...high-functioning, non-verbal 3rd graders for a year! Throughout high school, I babysat the four children of a family friend on a regular basis, helping with (elementary level) schoolwork whenever required. I began tutoring around the same time, working with the same student for three years. We focused primarily on organization, studying strategies, and any subject matter that gave her particular trouble. Outside of tutoring, I am a working actress! I love having the freedom to...

Hello! I am an engineer by training, who is looking to help young people cultivate love and interest for math and science!

I am a professional scientist with multiple years of experience in the biopharmaceutical field. I have spent time in the classroom with elementary aged students and am comfortable with this age group. I am also familiar with AP classes and ACT/SAT preparation. I look forward to sharing my love of learning with students and helping them achieve academic goals!

...This is a highly competitive program that requires proficiency in nearly all areas of high school and college level science and mathematics subjects, which is why I chose to teach these subjects on the Varsity Tutors platform in 2018 (my freshman year of college). When I'm not tutoring, I like to spend my time running, hiking, reading, coding, and doing research. If there's anything else you'd like to know about my background, feel free to...

...When I see someone's face light up when a complicated set of ideas is distilled into a viscerally understandable (and exciting!) bite-sized concept, I get a sense of fulfillment like nothing else. Learning math or science is all about that one moment where everything "clicks" into place, and when it happens, you notice. That feeling is what drives my love for mathematics, science, and other related disciplines, whether I am experiencing that "click", or especially...

...undeclared, though my primary interests are Computer Science, Comprehensive Mathematics, and/or ACMS: Discrete Math and Algorithms, with a possible minor in physics. While, I am passionate about all of these subjects, I am also generally interested in the progress of technology, and find myself excited at any new breakthrough. I am a firm proponent of education, and believe it to be necessary for a proper quality of life. In my free time, I enjoy exercising,...

...they are comfortable and confident. I teach with collaboration, where the student and I work together to achieve our goals. As a recent high-school graduate and current UW student I understand the pressures that weigh on students' shoulders. From ACT's and SAT's to college apps to extracurriculars, I know that there's a lot on a student's plate. It's my goal to work with students on an individual basis, understand where they are and figure out...

...also pursuing pre-medical studies. I have gained a wide variety of teaching and tutoring experiences in classrooms and via community service work. I was a teacher's assistant for grammar and honors chemistry courses at the high school level. I also assisted English Language Learner (ELL) students with questions regarding their high school coursework. No two students are alike, so I strive to personalize tutoring sessions to best facilitate the learning of each student. I am...

...a similar role to coaches. People who are here to help train you to be an independent learner so you can apply the knowledge learned to different problems. I find great satisfaction in assisting students excel in their own academic endeavors. Aside from tutoring and assisting students. I enjoy going on short hikes, walking my dog, and I love Korean BBQ and sushi. I have an interest in special effects make up which is attributed...

I believe that education takes form in various stages and via different platforms. If you struggle with a particular material, dont despair! We just need to tweak the way you learn the material.

...Psychology, and minored in Chemistry and Theatre. Since graduation, I have been working at the University of Washington as a Clinical research coordinator, working with children and adolescents who have experienced trauma in childhood. I intend to apply to Clinical Psychology PhD programs within the next few years. My love of theatre, psychology, and math all work together to help me become an effective tutor. I love finding creative ways to make content clearer for...

...Science in Biochemistry, with a minor in Microbiology. Currently, I am going through the process of applying for medical school, and I hope to work as Medical doctor to deal with issues of health in underserved communities and global communities. After graduation, I traveled solo extensively with the Bonderman Fellowship offered by the UW. Through this program I was able engage with people around the world, and with many cultures different then my own. I...

When I tutor, I am working to share my excitement for learning. Each student is different and deserves to have a personalized experience, and I take pride in identifying my students' learning styles and tailoring their sessions to fit their relationship with academics. My primary goal is to help my students achieve theirs.

...through working as a Teaching Assistant for Organic Chemistry I and II and Synthesis Lab I for the Georgia Tech BEST Study Abroad Program and through volunteering at STEM educational outreach events as president of the Georgia Tech chapter of Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society. I enjoy teaching as a way to share my passion for science and believe I offer a unique perspective as a current student in STEM.

...for Teaching and Learning (CTL) while an undergraduate student at Knox College. During my time at the CTL, I helped students in the subject areas of biochemistry, biology, and chemistry. The experience at Knox trained me on how to effectively communicate with students so that they can succeed in their coursework! When I began my graduate education at the University of Missouri-Columbia, I wanted to continue helping students succeed in their coursework. As a tutor...

...University of Washington with a BS in Chemical Engineering and a BA in Biochemistry. I have worked for four years as a project engineer and project manager in the environmental engineering and specialty chemical industry. I deeply believe in the importance of developing critical thinking skills in order to succeed in classes, score competitively on standardized tests, and prepare for success in the workforce. I am excited to help others find ways to connect educational...

...I am certified to teach high school science and have taught high school Math, Chemistry and Biology. Currently, I work with school districts to help implement technology in elementary schools. I have a deep understanding of personalized and differentiated learning as well as the school systems as a whole. I also have extensive leadership experience in schools as a former water polo and swim captain in high school and college. Finally, I have business experience...

...and approach to solving problems and grasping concepts. Currently, I also tutor at Vanderbilt University for college students and I used to teach programming classes through Coding With Kids. At Vanderbilt University, I am pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, and Mathematics. I tutor mostly math, physics, and chemistry, but I like physics most because of the problem solving aspects. My teaching philosophy is to focus on the basic concepts and make sure those...