Award-Winning Biochemistry Tutors serving Seattle, WA

...Organismal Biology. I believe that hard work, curiosity and an open mind are the keys to lifelong learning. Often the journey to academic success is not a solo one, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share what I know in a way that inspires and educates students. My passion for education stems from a desire to become more aware of the world around me and to help others do the same, whether in...

I received my BA from Johns Hopkins University and my PhD from the University of Washington. Both of my degrees are in Public Health. I enjoy mentoring and teaching students of all ages. I have mentored K-8, high school, and beyond. In addition, I have taught graduate level classes at the University...

...math. I am in my 6th year of teaching highschool math and am currently teaching Geometry and AP Statistics; however, I have taught all math classes in the highschool level. I enjoy teaching math to my students, but I mainly like to focus on helping my students develop independent study skills that will support them through life. What this means is building up the analytical skills that they will need to prepare and study for...

...obtained a BS degree in Bacteriology and Microbiology. I continued my research at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle, specializing in Molecular Biology and Microchemistry. I have spent the better part of the past 20 years in both private Biotech companies and at the University of Washington, where I am a Research Scientist at the School of Nursing. I have spent much of my spare time teaching Middle and High School students the skills...

...at Varsity Tutors! I am a recent graduate of Colorado State University where I received my Masters in Biology. During this time, I taught many courses including Intro Biology, Animal Biology and Evolution to undergraduate students and gained experience tutoring students one-on-one in bot in-person and online settings. Having recently graduated from a university, I know what it is like to struggle with a subject. I have experienced a lot of different teaching styles and...

...am studying at the University of Washington, and I am looking forward to graduating in June of 2016 with a degree in Biochemistry. I love the subject and learning about the chemistry behind many important processes going on every day in our bodies. I am hoping to continue my studies in a research lab after I graduate. As much as I love chemistry, it is nice to take a break from memorizing structures and pathways...

...in biology, chemistry, and basic math. My philosophy starts with building a strong foundation and then applying one's foundational knowledge to solve difficult problems and comprehend complex concepts. I love to see students succeed after struggling with even the most difficult problems and concepts. Often times It can take a person long hours to approach these problems. With the assistance of a peer, however, solving the problem is much more efficient and even becomes fun!...

...and adult students. I have also worked in education as an outdoor educator for youth where I lead backpacking trips in different parts of the country. One of my favorite parts about tutoring is getting to work with so many different students on a one on one basis. Being able to develop relationships and see students succeed has been one of the most gratifying aspects of working as a tutor. I am currently a student...

...and Molecular Biology. After graduation I was offered a job as the Chemistry Lab Coordinator at the school. Along with my previous experience as a teaching assistant this position allowed me to further my skills in helping students reach their academic goals. It was a unique opportunity to work with students and help guide them in writing lab reports, obtaining the needed calculation, expand their knowledge, and much more. I was also able to become...

...of Science in Earth and Space Science from the University of Washington. The research I did for my MS degree focused on Geomicrobiology, which combines Geology, Biology and Chemistry. I love thinking about science and learning how the world works. Studying a topic that combined many different sciences allowed me to spend time learning as much as I could about these fun subjects. During graduate school I had the opportunity to teach classes in my...

I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences with a minor in Irish Language and Literature from the University of Notre Dame. Following graduation, I taught high school science and religion courses in Ogden, Utah. During this time I earned my Master of the Arts in Teaching degree from the University of Portland which licensed me...

...publications in international peer reviewed journal.The topic of my research was Host-Pathogen(Ralstonia solanacearum)- Bacterial Endophyte interaction in tomato. My experience as Senior Researcher is more than five years. I have received my BS in Zoology with Medical Microbiology and Biochemistry and MS in General Microbiology. I have mentored a number of students during my research tenure thus formulating a personalized approach for each student based on their interest, goals, and aspirations. I feel that tutoring...

...year as an undergraduate or learning to read in elementary school. I graduated from Virginia Tech with a B.S. in Chemistry and Biochemistry. I am currently attending pharmacy school at VCU to pursue a career as a pharmacist. During my time at Virginia Tech, I have tutored elementary and middle school students in science and math. A true sense of reward comes from teaching young students. Most of my students struggled and were often afraid...

...Biophysics, and Molecular Biology. Currently, I am in the process of applying to medical school and working as a research assistant for Department of Medicine, Division of Oncology at University of Washington . As a tutor, I cover a wide range of subjects including math, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, and organic chemistry. However, my favorite subject to tutor is math. I believe that math is often unfairly stigmatized as being difficult or uninteresting, but I see...

...still am nonetheless. I have formal experience tutoring fellow students at a university level--at this point two years' worth working directly with both students and professors--but just as important as that, I understand just as well what it's like to need that sort of tutoring as well. I understand the importance of a non-judgmental atmosphere in which all questions can be asked without fear, of a friendly and empathetic peer who knows why difficulties arise...

...(Cellular, Molecular, and Development) and I am here to do whatever it is I can to help you succeed. I know what it is like to struggle with difficult concepts when you feel that teachers do not explain well enough. Through these struggles I learned how to study efficiently with more depth than just pure memorizing. I will teach you how to look at these different subjects from your own perspective that eventually will just...

...learning. My approach is tailored to each individual, focusing on building understanding, confidence, and curiosity. I believe that every challenge is an opportunity to grow, and I strive to create an environment where questions are encouraged, mistakes are embraced as part of the process, and progress feels exciting. Whether it's mastering new concepts, preparing for exams, or simply developing better study habits, I am committed to making learning engaging, empowering, and meaningful. Together, we'll achieve...

...that it is very important to have a connection and build confidence in students. My goal is to not only help you with the subject material that you wish to learn, but help you learn how to find resources and access information so that some day you may not need me! I am very fond of the saying: "Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish...

...particularly passionate about providing mentorship to young women and girls to improve their confidence in science and math. I am an experienced TA at Columbia University, and I have volunteered in middle school special education classrooms for the past 5 years. I have a Master's degree from Columbia University in Environmental Science, and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a minor in Physics. from Gonzaga University. While at Gonzaga, I TA'd for an introductory...

...education. I received my Bachelor of Science with a major in Biology and minor in Chemistry. My first experience teaching was in high school where I taught basic Spanish to local elementary school kids. Since then, I have sought several opportunities to be involved in leadership and learning processes. I have worked with several different populations including elementary school, junior high, high school, and college-aged individuals on various professional levels including leading support groups, coaching,...