Award-Winning Biochemistry Tutors serving Yonkers, NY

...a research scientist working in a lab, but once I started teaching classes as an adjunct, I found my true calling. I love teaching: interacting with students, helping people solve problems, and seeing those light-bulb moments when someone really grasps a concept. I earned my PhD and my BS degrees at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ. I earned my BA degree at Columbia University in New York, NY. My tutoring subjects, in alphabetical order:...

...them one-on-one to edit their college essays. In addition, I have previously tutored fellow underclassmen in my high school on the SAT and other standardized tests like NYS Regents Exams. Of all the subjects I tutor, I am most passionate about math, the life sciences, and writing. In my spare time, you will find me either working out at the gym, baking sweets in my kitchen, spending time with my two cats at home, or...

I am a graduate of Yale University, where I received my Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience. While I tutor a broad range of STEM subjects, I am most passionate about helping students achieve their best possible score on tests like the ACT and MCAT.

...The time management skills, discipline, and perseverance I gained from football are abilities I tried to impart on my teammates every day to help them improve in all aspects of their lives. Since my college teammates voted me the team's Most Inspirational Player, I have gained confidence in my ability to relate to others and lead them through difficult challenges to achieve their goals. I find one-on-one interactions to be extremely beneficial for improvement in...

Hello, my name is Brandon and I'm a graduate of St. Thomas Aquinas College. My tutoring style is very hands on and diagram based. In the sciences, concepts can be very difficult so breaking down concepts into smaller pieces works best.

...by a passion for education and healthcare. Currently aspiring to pursue an M.D in Medicine, I find fulfillment in guiding students through natural sciences, particularly biology, as well as related subjects in medicine and science. Having tutored extensively at both high school and college levels, I've come to see teaching as a two-way street. It's not just about imparting knowledge, but also about gaining a deeper understanding through diverse student experiences. My teaching philosophy emphasizes...

...from Colorado State University before attending Kansas City University for medical school in 2012. I will be graduating from medical school in May and begin my residency training in Emergency Medicine this summer. I have always had a passion for learning and teaching. I have extensive experience teaching elementary-school age children in math and reading as well as undergraduate, graduate, and medical students in anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and microbiology. I am passionate about engaging...

...Education at CCNY. This is a seven year BS/MD program, so by the end of the seven years, I will have achieved both degrees. I have a lot of tutoring experience in the K-12 age especially in the 7-12 grade range. I have taught SAT, SHSAT, ACT, SAT subject tests and Regents exams as well. My favorite subject to tutor is math and biology, but I am able to tutor other subject areas like reading,...

...that every student learns and masters any subject(s) in a different way. For instance, I would learn each subject on my own and then teach my fellow medical students. This helped me remarkably to pass my board exams with decent scores, and in the process I became fond of teaching. Therefore, I would like to share my knowledge of basic sciences that I have worked on since I started medical school in 2007 up until...

...By breaking complex concepts into their basic subunits, and explaining the purpose of each unit and how and why it works, it creates connections in the brain (schema) and writes into long term memory. Most of my students have mastered concepts so much, after getting an A in their class, they went on to tutor the subject themselves. My expertise lies in the premedical and science curriculum: Chemistry (general, organic, and physical); Biology (general, cell,...

...recipient of Yonkers High School, I have always found an affection for the learning community. As an older sister of two younger brothers, I have grown up tutoring and helping my brothers in all subjects focusing especially on English, Mathematics, and the Sciences. My passion for the medical sciences, chemistry, and biology led me to pursue a bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences and tutor in subjects such as biochemistry, immunology, virology as well as standardized...

...topics. The best technique to understanding new concepts is to start with an easy related topic. For example, what is the atomic radius trend of periods in the periodic table? To understand the answer, you would need to know the electron affinities of metals and nonmetals. Knowing how metals and nonmetals behave, will allow you to understand electron affinities. In addition, understanding the octet rule and the desired electron state of each atom is essential...

...Science degree in Biology. Over my undergraduate career I have tutored many different students ranging from grades 4-12 as well as several college classes. I have always loved being able to work with a student or colleague to find the right answer of a difficult question. I tutor math (Calculus, Geometry, Trigonometry, Algebra) as well as SAT math, English, and science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Biochemistry). I really enjoy tutoring math and English! Math always...

...aspirations to pursue a career as an Emergency Medicine physician. He graduated from Rutgers University, New Brunswick in May 2015 where he double majored in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry and Psychology and minored in Chemistry. He graduated from the School of Arts and Sciences Honors Program with the distinction of Summa Cum Laude. After graduation, he worked at the Colgate-Palmolive Global Technology Center for their Research & Development Department to provide a better understanding of...

...representations of the past and future, are powerful reminders of where we have came from and where we intend to go. My 3rd year of medical school was spent abroad in the UK. My time in the UK molded more than my medical knowledge, it shaped my view on the role of medicine in our society. There I was introduced to the field of Interventional Radiology. The challenge of interpreting scans combined with performing elegant...

...my Bachelor of Science degree from Stony Brook University with Magna Cum Laude distinction in Biochemistry. I enjoy helping other students understand the concepts necessary to succeed in some of the most difficult courses such as Organic Chemistry, General Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Physics. In college, I served as an teaching assistant for Organic Chemistry 1 and 2 as well as Biochemistry, and I aspire to become a physician after I finish my Masters degree, and...

...and Society. I received a minor in Global Health. While at Cornell, I was a teaching assistant and also spent time tutoring young men for their GED exams and fellow students in Biology and Chemistry. I currently tutor various subjects, but feel most strongly about Biology. I also find that I enjoy tutoring for MCAT preparation, as I understand how difficult the process can be, and wish to help others in the way that my...

...on my journey to achieving my dream of becoming a doctor (still in the process!). I want to be able to share my expertise and experience with others! Everyone learns at their own pace, in their own way-- don't let anything discourage you. I want to help you get one step closer to your goals, whether it be to get an A on your next test, or get accepted into medical school!... Start from the ground...

...start medical school at NYU this Fall. I took the MCAT exam in June 2016 and I scored a 523 on the new MCAT, placing me in the 99.99th percentile of all test takers. Throughout my exam prep, I developed a bunch of helpful shortcuts and strategies that helped me to do well when the time came to take the exam. After all, knowing the content is only 50% of the battle. I would love...

...at Brooklyn Technical High School. As a result, I have a lot of experience with standardized tests such as the SHSAT, SAT, and AP exams. I believe in not only helping students work through specific material, but helping them to develop strong study habits that will carry them through other coursework and testing as well. In my spare time, I enjoy long distance running, visual arts, cooking, and spending time with family and friends.