Award-Winning Biology Tutors serving Baltimore, MD

...all ranges of Biology, Chemistry, and Organic chemistry. I am also available for SAT prep, college entrance essays, and other writing and editing needs. During my college career, I tutored both high school and college-age students. I received positive feedback from both my students, who enjoyed my interactive tutoring approach, and my supervisors, who applauded the emphasis I placed on study methods and test-taking strategies. My tutoring mantra is all about setting goals and accomplishing...

...the future. While I am able to tutor in all of the sciences, I am most passionate about biology. In the past, I tutored high school students in heart physiology, and I have experience working in person and virtually with children aged 11, 13, 14, and 16 as a summer camp counselor for four summers. I believe strongly in the power of education to improve people's lives, and I love learning for the sake of...

I love helping others with processes I've found difficult at times myself. Having struggled with incompatible teaching methods, I know they can make all the difference in how successful a student is at a given assignment or in a class overall.

...learning, I also love being able to teach others the things that I have learned. I have taught high school biology, chemistry and physical science and have tutored in SAT Math prep there as well. My favorite moments of teaching were marked by students saying "I get it" -- especially after a long struggle to understand but everything finally makes sense and the light bulb just turned on. In helping students grasp very abstract concepts,...

...in society. I enjoy working with young students, watching them learn, and helping them see how a STEM education can be of great value in everyday life. I have a BS in Biological Engineering from Cornell University and an MS in Engineering Management from Widener University. I am a registered Professional Engineer, licensed to practice in New York State. During my career, I have worked as an engineer for the Navy and for private industry,...

...analytical and creative elements of successful learning. I received my PhD in Plant Biology from the University of California at Berkeley, where I taught both undergraduates and graduate students. This education and teaching experience along with subsequent work in science policy gives me the diversity of experience to help you find the motivation to achieve success. I believe everyone can excel. Some elements of success are universal, and some are unique to each student. I...

...It was great to see how my students could eventually come around to seeing standardized tests as a puzzle, rather than a chore. I've since spent several semesters as an Introductory Chemistry TA during my undergrad at Amherst College, where I majored in Biochemistry and Biophysics, magna cum laude. I'm also pre-med; I'm applying to medical schools now, for matriculation in the fall of 2014. I'm very passionate about science, particularly Microbiology. My enthusiasm and...

...pathobio and chemistry in undergrad at Drexel University and have tutored students of all levels in organic chemistry and biology. I am eager to help students advance their skills in organic chemistry and immuno fields. My tutoring style incorporates a combination of guided mini lectures and practice problems to help students build confidence in their skills in high school and university level science. I strongly believe that guiding students with foundational knowledge in chemistry and...

I recently graduated with highest honors with a degree in Neuroscience. I have always enjoyed being a mentor to students especially younger students to help them build a foundation for their future education. I enjoy tutoring math because it is like a puzzle and you can figure out how to make it fun for everyone! I hope to teach my students skills that they can use throughout their educational endeavors, no matter the subject.

...and am planning on going to graduate soon to pursue a master's degree in marine biology at James Cook University. I have experience as a teaching assistant at the University of Maryland, helping with an introductory ecology course. Now, I can tutor a variety of chemistry and biology topics. I believe it is essential to build a solid foundation in these classes whether you are pre-med or interested in ecology. I am also interested in...

...my life researching the genetic basis of diseases. In fact I am currently in a research lab on campus and I am developing a computational model of cancer to better understand how it works. I have also spent my summer at the Jackson Laboratory in Maine researching the genetic basis of migraines. I am a HUGE fan of science! I spend my morning reading articles about new scientific discoveries and laughing at silly science jokes....

...1, Algebra 2, Geometry, 8th grade math, 7th grade math, AP Chem, AP Bio, Chemistry, Biology, and Marine Biology. She recently moved to Washington DC to continue her career in education with DC public schools. She is on Varsity Tutors after school and on weekends. Sarah has always had a passion for sharing her love of math and science with students. She has a firmly held belief that everyone can be good at math and...

...have loved every minute of it. While I am knowledgeable in a broad range of subjects, I am specialized in general and analytical chemistry, as well critical thinking, writing, and editing. My teaching philosophy is to be positive, supportive, and enthusiastic for my student. I emphasize teaching chemistry concepts and how to apply them when approaching a question, a method I wish I had used more when I was an undergraduate in chemistry! I have...

...have gone on to achieve their goals. For example, I helped one person prepare for a Nursing School entrance exam called the TEAS exam. She wasn't sure if her GPA would be good enough so she wanted to do well on the TEAS. After about 6 weeks of lessons covering the subject areas in depth, she took the test. Her score was competitive and it enabled her to get into nursing school from which she...

...George Washington University, where I am majoring in Public Health and on the Premedical track. I am from the suburbs of Chicago, but spend the school year in DC! I was, and still am, involved in many clubs at my high school and now my university that include my interests for the future. In high school, I worked with students as a Teacher's Assistant and a math tutor to help develop students' confidence in a...

...quit my job five years ago. I have since been homeschooling my children from Elementary school to High school. I have various Chinese tutoring and teaching experiences in Johns Hopkins University CTY program, local Chinese schools, one on one tutoring from Preschool to High School, online learning, local home school coop groups, etc. In addition to my passion in teaching and tutoring, I enjoy many interests from traveling, reading, hiking, skating, bicycling, and chatting with...

I am a recent graduate of Case Western Reserve University with dual degrees in Sociology and Anthropology. I was a pre-medical student, so I have a strong background in biology and chemistry. With my experience, I can assist my students in creating effective study plans and habits for long-term academic success.

...to be able to share my knowledge so that my students can see and feel the benefits of learning new concepts and making academic progress. Over time in my teaching career, I have learned to enjoy the feeling of being a part of a student's success. Everyone learns at a different pace, and I am committed to learning each of my student's personalities and learning styles in order to create the best plan for success...

...helping others succeed academically, drawing from my own experiences in education and my professional work in public policy. With a BA in political science, MA in international affairs, and current MPH studies at Yale, I have developed strong research, writing, and communication skills that serve me well as a tutor. In my role as a government relations professional, I simplify complex policy issues for clients, a skill I apply when tutoring students in various subjects....

I believe that any student can achieve anything they want with the right guidance. I have successfully taught students from middle school to undergrad in wide ranging subjects from biology to chemistry to databases to US history. I believe in holistic learning - by which I mean you should UNDERSTAND the material, not just memorize the material and if that means going back to basics to ensure a good foundation, I'll get you there.