Award-Winning Biology Tutors
serving Cleveland, OH
Who needs tutoring?
FEATURED BY
TUTORS FROM
- YaleUniversity
- PrincetonUniversity
- StanfordUniversity
- CornellUniversity
Award-Winning Biology Tutors serving Cleveland, OH
Certified Tutor
Vinay
I am a 2nd year medical student at Northeast Ohio Medical University and have tutored K-12 and college students over the past 10 years in various subjects ranging from math and science to SAT prep and language arts. My educational background includes an MPA in Development Practice from Columbia Univ...
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master in Public Health Administration, MPA in Developmental Practice
University of California Los Angeles
B.S. in Molecular, Cell, & Developmental Biology
Certified Tutor
Emma
I'm in the process of applying to Master's programs for marine biology. I've been a motivated and committed student for the past 15+ years and I'm excited to bring my knowledge, enthusiasm, and passion for learning and teaching to all of my tutoring sessions. Although I majored in Biology at Duke, I...
Duke University
Bachelor's in Biology
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Brittany
I am currently working towards my masters degree in education from Cleveland State University. Right now I'm working full time as a research associate at a biotech company in Cleveland, but I've been tutoring part time since my early college years. I've also spent a lot of one-on-one time with stude...
Cleveland State University
Master of Science, Urban Education and Leadership
Ohio State University-Main Campus
Bachelor of Science, Animal Sciences
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Anna
I am an upcoming junior at Case Western Reserve University, currently pursuing a B.S. in biology with minors in psychology and chemistry. I enjoy being a camp counselor for the science camps at the Great Lakes Science Center, and more recently was an undergraduate teaching assistant for BIOL 215: Ce...
Case Western Reserve University
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Sunay
I'm Sunay, I'm from Cleveland and currently a Junior at Emory University majoring in Finance and Information Systems. I've previously worked at the Harvard Management Company and will be joining Bank of America as a investment banking analyst in New York. As a current virtual ACT and peer tutor and ...
Emory University
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Certified Tutor
Beth
I'm Elizabeth Krochka, but you can call me Beth. I'm a 23 year old Allegheny College graduate with a passion for learning and teaching. One day, I'd like to teach and I hope that working with Varsity Tutors and my clients will help me prepare to be a better teacher. I've always loved school, mainly ...
Allegheny College
Bachelors, History
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Rosalyn
I'm going to fail, might as well not do it alone." I started working on homework with her and started to realize that I learned best when I taught others! Soon, I started "tutoring" many of my other pre-med friends in the same class and aced Chemistry! Since then, I've found a growing love for teach...
Case Western Reserve University
Master of Science, Chemistry
Case Western Reserve University
Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry
Certified Tutor
I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Practice Biology
Free practice tests, flashcards, and AI tutoring for Biology
Other Cleveland Tutors
Related Science Tutors in Cleveland
Frequently Asked Questions
Your first session is about understanding where you are and where you want to go. A tutor will assess your current understanding of biology concepts, identify specific challenges (whether it's cellular processes, genetics, or exam preparation), and discuss your goals. This foundation helps create a personalized learning plan tailored to your needs, whether you're working to improve your grade, prepare for the AP Biology exam, or build confidence in the subject.
Expert tutors focus on building understanding rather than just memorization. By connecting concepts—like how cellular respiration relates to photosynthesis or how DNA structure explains inheritance—students develop deeper knowledge that sticks. This approach also makes studying more efficient: when you understand why something works, you remember it longer and can apply it to new problems on tests and labs.
Yes. Tutors help students understand the scientific method, design experiments, interpret data, and write lab reports. Whether you're preparing for a lab practical, struggling to connect your hands-on work to the underlying concepts, or need help analyzing results, personalized instruction can clarify how experiments demonstrate biological principles and strengthen your scientific reasoning skills.
Students often struggle with visualizing abstract concepts like cellular processes, photosynthesis, and protein synthesis, as well as mastering genetics and evolution. Tutors use diagrams, models, and real-world examples to make these invisible processes tangible. They also help students develop the scientific thinking skills needed to apply concepts to unfamiliar problems—a key part of AP Biology and standardized science exams.
Tutors create targeted study plans focused on your specific weak areas, whether that's unit content, test-taking strategy, or time management during exams. They use practice problems, past exams, and spaced repetition to build both content mastery and confidence. This personalized approach is especially valuable for AP Biology, where deep understanding of interconnected concepts is essential.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have strong biology backgrounds and experience helping students in the Cleveland area. You can specify your needs—whether it's general biology, AP Biology, exam prep, or lab support—and get matched with someone who fits your learning style and goals. The process is straightforward and designed to get you started quickly.
In a classroom of 18-20 students, it's hard for teachers to address individual learning gaps—especially in a subject like biology where students struggle with different concepts. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction lets tutors adapt explanations to how you learn best, spend extra time on your specific challenges, and move at your pace. Research shows that this type of tailored instruction significantly improves both understanding and performance.
Biology tutoring costs vary based on the tutor's experience, your location in Cleveland, and how frequently you meet. Varsity Tutors works with tutors at different experience levels, so you can find options that fit your budget. Many students find that investing in tutoring—especially for challenging topics or exam prep—pays off through improved grades and reduced stress.
Connect with Biology Tutors in Cleveland
Get matched with local expert tutors