Award-Winning Biology Tutors in Arvada, CO

...natural curiosity that drives the learner towards enduring understandings. I have worked with students ages 5-16 and taught both lower elementary and middle school. My academic passions include science, American history, government, and literacy instruction. I've directed a literacy tutoring center for struggling beginning readers and am passionate about teaching reading skills at all age levels. Additionally, I have experience with successful testing on the SAT, ACT, AP, and SAT II subject tests.

...subjects, but as you can see from my history, I prefer the sciences! I love all science, but majority of my experience lies with Biology, Ecology/Environmental Science, and Chemistry. I believe that every student is different and therefore try to adapt my teaching style to the student's needs and personality. I am a lover of flash cards and attempt to make every study session an entertaining one! On a nice day you'd probably find me...

...When you start working with me, I begin by ascertaining exactly what you need to get from your tutoring - what brings you to Varsity Tutors - and then we make a detailed plan to get you to your goal. Along the way, we can identify stretch goals for you. What would it be like it math were no longer a problem for you, and instead you were excellent at it? What if, instead of...

...have done extensive private tutoring for a variety of subjects in the past, but am most passionate about Science (especially Chemistry). I believe that anyone can learn and do science, and that the development of critical thinking skills associated with scientific thought and processes is one of the most useful things that a person can do. I have a genuine love of science and learning, and I try to impart that to all my students....

...available for tutoring in math and science courses, as well as beginner spanish and ACT prep. In my tutoring experience, I have primarily worked with high school students in science and math courses, and have really enjoyed the opportunity to encourage enthusiasm for their classes during these sessions. I work to help my students understand the material at a conceptual level so that they can build upon what they have learned in the future, and...

...and non-science classes. Writing is a delicate process, but one that can be learned with the right help. It is my hope that I can encourage students to write creatively but with a strong grammatical and structural base. I tutor in English and college essay writing and will help with essay editing. My overall tutoring style is one that is fun but serious. While students learn in many different ways, I think being comfortable with...

...classroom teacher who loves to help students succeed. Education is not a one size fits all model, and as such I am committed to finding out what strategies work best for you. I received my B.S. in Biology, Ecology, and Evolutionary Studies from Regis University, and I am currently working towards a M.Ed in Science Curriculum and Instruction. In my spare time I love to coach and play rugby, go hiking, play music, cook tasty...

...on Cell, Molecular, and Microbiology. I also have a minor in Chemistry, English-Creative Writing, and Accounting. I hold a Colorado teaching license in Secondary Education-Science, and I am certified to teach science in Middle School and High School. My experiences are pretty extensive. I tutored many college students in many different classes at Metro State for three years. I then started to tutor all grade levels while going to school to get my teaching license....

...My graduate work was focused on exploring the relationship between viruses and our immune system. Currently I work full time as a research scientist at the University of Colorado. I am passionate about the scientific method and the processes we have used to generate knowledge and information throughout history. I believe we can apply these same methods and processes to education in the classroom, and help students develop a mindset and skill set to be...

...mathematics, and am one of the most requested tutors at Front Range Community College. I try to approach most subjects using the student's interests to engage and teach, with as many real-world examples as possible, and as much humor as possible (laughter helps with memory). I enjoy sewing, crafting, and knitting in my free time, and am an avid costume-maker. I have won several awards for my costumes, and like to travel to display them...