Award-Winning Biochemistry Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...from Cornell University. I now work for a scientific non-profit and am passionate about helping students with an interest in science and math. I believe STEM careers are vital to solving global problems and are the key to a brighter future for mankind. Of course, I also have an appreciate for the arts I play flute and piano and have tutored students in music. In my free time, I enjoy cooking, yoga, going for walks...

...of Medicine in Washington, DC. I took 2 gap years as an NIH Post-bac IRTA Fellow doing research on sickle cell genetics. I obtained my degree in biology and minored in chemistry. I enjoy sharing the knowledge I have learned throughout my years as a student and I hope to help out as many people as I can. While I was in undergrad, I was a leader in a mental health organization where I advocated...

...subjects because I believe that all biological processes and physiology can be essentially explained through the principles of chemistry. Nothing excites me more than helping students grasp complex concepts and improve their grades. I tutor AP Biology, AP Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Genetics, various levels of Spanish, including AP Spanish Language, and AP Spanish Literature and Culture. I am a qualified Spanish tutor, not only because I am a native Peruvian speaker, but because I...

...spans from working with elementary students developing foundational academic skills to supporting high school and college students as they prepare for standardized exams or navigate advanced coursework. I've taught in both one-on-one and group settings, which has allowed me to adapt my tutoring style to different learning needs and personalities. I especially enjoy helping students break down complex material into manageable, understandable stepstransforming confusion into clarity. I also enjoy drawing parallels between academic content and...

...and a Spanish Minor from Penn State. I then completed my Master of Public Health from PITT this past April. My passion for teaching led me to teach in Pittsburgh Public Schools, which I did for the past year, teaching elementary all the way up to high school. My subjects include a broad variety, however, I am most passionate about Math and most comfortable with STEM and Spanish subjects. I am an advocate for students...

I recently completed a degree in Biochemistry at St. Mary's college of Maryland and in the Fall I will be starting a PhD in Neuroscience at Vanderbilt University. I have spent 3 years in different research labs, doing work ranging from behavioral neuroscience to synthetic medicinal chemistry. My work has been presented at national conferences in both neuroscience and chemistry.

...books if the goal is to get ahead in class, but I'm also fine with just working through homework problems if you're just trying to make it through the year! When I'm not studying or tutoring, I enjoy baking sweets, playing my violin, playing volleyball with my little sister, or throwing a lacrosse ball with friends. And of course, spending some time here and there on Netflix. If you have any question, feel free to...

...BS and MS in Biochemistry and Molecular biology in 2011. After that, I have worked in different scientific roles in 2 different research institutes (icddr,b and BCSIR). I have had the opportunity to study in the US from 2016 to 2021 as a PhD student and graduate research assistant at Texas Tech University. I am passionate about Biochemistry, Molecular Biology (both independently and collaboratively), scientific writing, presentations, and research-related tasks in a professional environment. My...

...to witness before my very eyes, the growth in confidence a student undergoes once he or she clears that frustrating hurdle of not understanding a concept. Biology and much of the sciences embody an expanse of details, which to the student, can seem to involve a lot of rote memorization. I enjoy teaching various active learning methods to help my students consolidate and reorganize this information in a way that makes it easy to understand,...

I have taught and tutored for years and bring a lot of enthusiasm and dedication to my students. I like to approach subjects with a tenacious and creative attitude, recognizing that we all learn differently.... I think learning is a very personalized endeavor, and I pride myself on tailoring my efforts to individual students. I like to make learning fun, engaging and rewarding.

...received my IB diploma in high school and later studied chemistry and music in college. I'm pretty familiar with, and have tutored, the following standardized tests: ACT, SAT, IB Exams, and MCAT. I've always loved tutoring because it made me feel like I could make a real, positive impact in someone's life. Recently, it's been especially inspiring to see my tutees improve despite pandemic hardships. I plan on matriculating to medical school this upcoming fall,...

...biology, general chemistry, organic chemistry I, organic chemistry II, genetics, microbiology, molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, and biochemistry. I also have minors in mathematics and psychology. I have more experience tutoring math than anything- from geometry and trig to AP calculus and statistics. I also have college level experience with mathematical proofs, linear algebra, and statistical methods in research. I scored well on both the ACT and SAT math sections and would love to tutor...

...health, and tutoring. Currently pursuing a Doctor of Medicine (MD) and a Masters in Public Health (MPH), with a strong academic foundation and clinical experience. Skilled in patient care, medical assisting, and teaching, with a history of working in diverse medical fields including pediatrics, internal medicine, and plastic surgery. Adept at providing high-quality patient care, managing office operations, and delivering personalized tutoring to students of various age groups. Passionate about healthcare, research, and community service,...

...the biological sciences and mathematics. With that said, my favorite subject to tutor for is test preparations for the ACT and SAT as although the exams are rigorous, there is a definite method for learning to take the tests and improving performance. Helping students through these stressful exams is highly rewarding as there is a very tangible benefit from proper studying for these tests and seeing my students excel is something that I strive for....

...learn material, rather than rote memorization. Throughout my time in high school and college, I have also come across my fair share of ineffective teachers, and so I have found many free online resources and creative learning techniques to help fill in the gaps. I enjoy working with students of all ages to not only improve understanding of individual subjects, but also to improve general study habits and overall academic confidence. I am happy to...

...knowledge as well. From the year 2011 to 2012, I tutored nursing students so that they could succeed as well. During the past year, Ive been doing clinical research at the University of Maryland Medical Center, in the Department of Neuro-critical care, and also part time at Johns Hopkins University. I have taken and passed the USMLE Step 1, and I have previous experience with the MCAT as well. Since a lot of my time...

...in Tours, France for my linguistics honors thesis on French negation patterns. In Tours I also tutored my host family's children in English, and I saw how my linguistics training is perfect for helping language students. Back in the U.S., I worked as a teaching assistant for my university's French department, teaching weekly classes and review sessions of intermediate-level French grammar. As a tutor, I want to help students enjoy the experience of language learning...

...throughout my high school years. I have a BA in International Studies, with a minor in Business Administration and a certificate in Community Based Participatory Research. I am very interested in education, and I have spent lots of time studying different education systems and teaching methods. I believe that every single student has a unique way of learning and processing information, so it is important for them to develop their own studying habits and learning...

...helping people achieve their goals. I am originally from McLean, VA, and I attended Sidwell Friends School in Washington, D.C. At Harvard, I study Earth and Planetary Sciences with a minor in Organismic and Evolutionary Biology. I am also a John Harvard Scholar, and I am passionate about the climate and how it is affecting ecosystems. I really enjoy teaching and interacting with everyone, and I am especially passionate about maths and sciences.

...many years now. Since high school, I have volunteered to teach a wide range of subjects to students of all ages. In doing so, I've learned to step into the shoes of my students in order to help them master their material. I've also been able to step outside my own comfort zone, performing in a rock band and joining a salsa dance club. I'm positive that I can use my knowledge and experiences to...