Award-Winning Biology Tutors in Connecticut

...happening? Students have so much pressure to perform well on standardized tests. We cram with flashcards, pull all nighters, and even sacrifice our social time to prove to the world that we retained what we learned that year. But are we *actually* learning? My goal as a tutor is to make your studies enjoyable. I love to use visual and real world examples to help you grasp difficult concepts. At the end of our sessions, it...

...any reasoning disintegrated. So, we followed the mantra Algebra is not magic, reminding the student in times when she faltered that she can think through a math problem. As long as she felt grounded enough to access her innate understanding of the world around us, she progressed. Later on, my extensive experience in the classroom as a Jumpstart Corps Member taught me to adapt my teaching style to each childs needs. While some learned better...

...are, and by lifting the curtain on the intricacies of the subject matter. I believe that learning is, and ought to be, for its own sake. Math and philosophy, and their nuanced interactions, are my great passions. I've run more 5ks and 10ks than I can count, but the validation of completing a long race is nothing like the satisfying moment of writing "Q.E.D." on a difficult proof. I'm a scholar of the Western canon,...

...quickly realized that teaching was much more than bestowing information upon a room of students, to be soaked up by their sponge-like brains. I came to understand that teaching is far more complex, demanding, and rewarding than I ever imagined. Like teaching in a classroom, tutoring involves more than academic content. Tutors must instruct and reinforce skills that equip students for lifelong learning and success. Tutoring is really about meeting a child where she or...

...and facilitative skills to engage my students in active discussion and ingrain the course material. I was attentive to each student’s unique learning style and speed. In order for them to focus beyond rote memorization, I encouraged students to ask each other questions and apply the concepts to real-word scenarios. In addition, working as an advisor at my university's Career Center during my final semester exposed me to a variety of students with diverse cultural,...

...of elementary topics, such as algebra 1 or German word order, and complex ones, such as deontological critiques of utilitarian ethics. By valuing all levels of difficulty, I am able to give students a firm foundation, with which they can grasp truly complex ideas in the topic at hand and in their future learning. While my interests in the areas described are powerful and abundant, I also enjoy painting, composing, hiking and camping.

...approach to learning, and will come to study sessions well prepared, and eager to teach! For MCAT students, I will provide organic chemistry, general chemistry, and physics cheat sheets that I prepared while studying for the MCAT during our first session. For all standardized test students, I can discuss prep books I recommend prior to our first meeting. I am passionate about learning and hope to engage all students in the subject matter. Outside of...

...Yale Whiffenpoofs, America's oldest collegiate a cappella singing group. Apart from singing, I'm is passionate about education, particularly in helping high school students achieve their academic goals as they work their way towards college. I volunteer in New Haven as a math teacher and coach at a public middle school (my team of 7th graders just won the 2016 New Haven regional championship!), and I've been tutoring middle and high school students for over 7...

...postdoctoral associate at Yale University conducing research in genetics/neuroscience. Throughout the years I have had many opportunities to interact with and train students. Specifically, as a graduate student I have had experience as a teaching assistant for general biology and advanced genetics lab courses, and have also tutored high school students in AP chemistry. Hopefully as a tutor for VT I can make STEM courses more approachable and rewarding for high school and undergraduate students.

...Science studies and dabbled in some laboratory investigation. Since then, I have transferred into Central Connecticut State University to pursue psychology and biology. I have some experience in assisting students in grasping new concepts while sitting in on some general chemistry classes in high school, and it's wonderful to spread a comprehension and a love for subjects that are traditionally perceived as difficult. I also enjoy horseback riding, which I have participated in for 11...

...their goals is something I truly strive to do as much as possible, and there is no better way to do this than through tutoring. I recently graduated from Georgetown University (Summa Cum Laude) with a B.S. in Human Science and a minor in Music. This Fall, I will be starting a Masters program in Music History at the Hartt School of Music. Throughout college, I took multiple upper-level courses in the basic sciences and...

I am currently a student studying neuroscience at Columbia University. I have been tutoring for 3 years, in both academic subjects and in ACT prep. I love working with students and helping them master new concepts!

...tutor in the subjects of microbiology, immunology, virology, mycology and biology. I have a MS (Molecular Biology), MHS (Medical Laboratory Sciences) and MD (Microbiology and Immunology), with more than 10 years teaching experience. I have used didactic lectures, clinical and laboratory training to teach medical, dental, medical laboratory technical and nursing graduate students. In addition, I have medical research experience in gastroenterology as a postdoctoral fellow. I am passionate about discussing science with students interested...

...graduate student, I worked in a tissue engineering lab with the goal of advancing knowledge of current cell and tissue-based clinical therapies! I have a strong passion for learning about and teaching anything math or science related. These subjects are incredibly important in our everyday lives, and I can only hope to extend my passion and excitement to my students. I have a relaxed, hands-on teaching style with the belief that visual cues and plenty...

...to privately tutor a student who was struggling in class. It was through this private tutoring that I realized I truly enjoy helping others succeed. Through tutoring this student it brought me great satisfaction helping this student who struggled with the simplest concepts and topics to being able to comprehend some of the harder topics and concepts with little or no help. Helping students further strengthen their love, passion, and desire to better understand the...

...current college student majoring in psychology and law. I will be graduating in May and then I will be attending law school in the fall. I have tutored throughout my college career and am CRLA study skills certified. I really enjoy tutoring for psychology, but I am also really interested in tutoring for other subjects. I took a variety of classes in college so I will be able to tutor a variety of subjects, primarily...

...high school chemistry, first with Teach for America in Oklahoma City, followed by one of the top performing charter schools in Connecticut. In addition to working full time as a high school teacher, I have tutored a vast range of ages from elementary, middle, and college students. I am extremely passionate about science education, because I think that it is one of the largest gaps in our current education system. There is so much potential...

...tangible gains in their understanding. I am currently a STEM teacher teaching grades K-8, but have been employed previously as a Mathematics Teacher in both middle and high schools. I am an experienced Algebra and Geometry teacher, and I have good working knowledge of all subject areas in Mathematics. I have also been previously employed as a Mathematics tutor for college level Algebra and Trigonometry. I make a great tutor for two reasons, one, my...

...5 years (K -12) I completed teaching certification at ECSU in Willimantic. I have been a certified teacher for over 25 years. My subject areas include Biology, Environmental Science, Human Physiology, Physical and General Sciences, and Ive worked with students at fundamental, college prep and honors levels. For 20 years, I taught in 2 alternative settings: a private, non-profit residential school and a public alternative high school; the last 5 years at a regular high...

Hi, my name's Helen Liu! I'm currently studying at Stanford University, majoring in either Biology or Science, Technology, and Society. I love helping others and have been a peer tutor for over four years as well as a TA for two math classes. I promise I will work hard with you to achieve your desired score. I'd love to tutor you, so please feel free to contact me! ... Working with students to know why an...