Award-Winning Biology Tutors serving Albany County, NY

Hi! My name is Nithya Gutta and I'm currently an undergrad microbiology major and I'm a premed. I've been accepted into medical school at 17 years old and currently in a joint medical program. I've been tutoring since high school and I love sharing my knowledge and helping other students.

...I am passionate about working with children and have lots of experience working with children of all ages. I tutor in a wide variety of subjects but am most experienced in preparing kids for the ACT and SAT exams. I have succeeded on these exams in the past as well as various AP exams. I also tutor younger children because I believe building good foundations is key to success in the future.

...that happens when, after struggling with and working through a challenging question together, the student "gets" it. Their eyes light up, they smile, laugh, put their arms up in a "v" and scream "yes!"... or simply says "yay" in subdued, Monty Python kind-of-way. I have an undergraduate degree in computer graphics and interactive media from Pratt Institute (2003) and a master degree in electronic art from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2015). My favorite subjects to tutor...

...my BS in Chemistry and Anthropology from Union College. I have prior experience working with High School students in test preparatory subjects, such at ACT and SAT as well as elementary school students in reading comprehension and literacy. I am also passionate about math and science and I love working with others to help improve understanding in these subjects. My teaching style is very inclusive and involves extensive collaboration between me and the student. My...

...that each student makes academic goals and that I help achieve those goals so that every student feels successful and well equipped to handle material on their own. I think that it is crucial that students also learn what resources they have available to them when a tutor or teacher is not available, and how to employ those resources. I think it is vital that I help students figure out the best way for them...

...complex branches. I strongly believe that in order for a student to do well in a subject, they have to connect with it on a personal level. It therefore is my philosophy to help students to see how their studies can be integrated to solve much bigger questions. I am a very energetic person and am excited about helping students of all levels reach their fullest potential. In my spare time, I enjoy things that...

...earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics. After graduation I worked in Biotechnology research in California for a number of years. I eventually became a Technical Trainer responsible for training an international workforce of biotechnology instrumentation engineers. I then returned to school and earned a Masters in Arts with a specialization in Mathematics Education. I have experience working as a Mathematics teacher in public schools in San Francisco and private schools in New York. I...

As a tutor, I aim to create thoughtful, innovative, and exciting lessons, which support my students to grow as individuals.

...subjects from the sciences, to the arts, and technical skills such as embalming. I chose to become a tutor specifically to help other funeral service students to pass their national board exams. I understand how intimidating this exam is and how limited preparation resources are. During my schooling career I developed tactics for retaining the information needed for the NBE, and I would love to share them with others. I also tutor drawing, painting, and...

...you need practice, and give you that practice. MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL READING COMPREHENSION AND ELA I have spent the last year tutoring middle schoolers (70+ hours) on how to improve their grammar, better understand readings, and write more clearly. I want to set you or your child up for success in high school, so I teach good foundations. Middle schoolers generally describe me as "skibidi sigma," which I believe is a 5-star recommendation. But...

...and will be pursuing my MD next year at Albany Medical College. As the oldest of four children, I understand how difficult learning (and teaching) new material can be, and I am willing to diligently work with students to overcome their learning obstacles. Through my teaching experiences, I have found great joy in watching both kids and adults grow and excel as students. I have had experience teaching violin, Chinese, English, swimming, writing, and cell...

...majoring in school counseling and specializing in addiction treatment and recovery. Additionally, I am a decorated veteran, having served in the United States Air Force, obtaining a technical certificate in aerospace maintenance and trained to the level of Journeyman Aerospace Maintenance Technician. With a background in psychology, I am confident in tutoring psychology and statistics or other undergraduate-level social science or related subjects. Additional competent topics include high school natural sciences - biology, chemistry, physics,...

...the MCAT. Like every other pre-med, I was terrified of that exam and thought that I was not good enough to get a decent score. I was continuously discouraged as I felt that I was not improving my score. However, I employed various strategies and approaches to face the MCAT from new angles. As time passed I realized that 60% of the MCAT is test-taking strategies rather than background knowledge. With a new and correct...

...under my belt and a Bachelor's in Biology. I am currently working for a tech giant. I have years of tutoring STEM subjects and being a mentor for undergraduate students in Upstate New York. The world of science and how the human body interacts with its surroundings fascinates me! Therefore, it is no surprise I enjoy tutoring Anatomy and Microbiology up to the college level. I also enjoy teaching high school and lower level sciences...

...University. As a dedicated tutor with over two years of experience, I am passionate about helping students excel in the SAT, ACT, and on AP exams. I try to create an environment that is engaging by using tailored lesson plans that resonate with each student's unique learning style. My approach emphasizes building confidence and fostering a supportive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and exploring challenging concepts. I find great fulfillment in guiding students...

...through my high school years and have experience in each subject in order to provide the best assistance. The same goes for my science and English tutoring capabilities. I truly enjoy the tutoring process and the ability to help students find their own potential in any subject of academia. I hope to be a good fit for any tutee and am willing to put the hours and effort in order to get improved results. I...

...I had the opportunity to work with students one-on-one, who had diverse learning styles and disabilities. Since working with Varsity Tutors I have truly enjoyed being able to get to know students on a personal level, learn the best method of teaching them, and tailoring lessons to their needs. My overall teaching philosophy is lifelong learning, whether or not I am helping someone with a specific subject or tutoring for test prep I try to...

...In middle school I entered as many science fairs as I could. In high school I elected to enter into the IB program in order to take both IB Biology SL and IB biology HL ( in addition to the standard high school biology class). While enrolled in IB Biology, I often formed study groups and peer tutored fellow classmates on a variety of concepts. After finishing up high school I entered into the B.S...

...ACT for over ten years. I also tutor GRE for those applying for graduate school. Study with me if you want to feel more confident and capable when taking standardized tests. You can do practice test questions with me. My specialty is working with high school students who need to learn basic grammar and punctuation, and improve their reading comprehension skills. I also tutor Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Regents ELA, vocabulary building, writing (literary...

...love to cook and have large family meals, which makes Thanksgiving my favorite holiday! I have accomplished writing an article for Ducks Unlimited and it is published on their website. I feel accomplishments should be celebrated and I hope to bestow this upon my students. I have an approach to teaching that focuses on "HOW" I am able to present, encourage and get results for "WHAT" my students need. Having used tutoring during my education,...