Award-Winning Biology Tutors serving New Haven, CT

...While at Brown, I worked as a teaching assistant for two full semesters. In those classes I worked with students one-on-one to craft semester-long, individually-researched projects that they then presented to the class. I also have experience tutoring middle school math, and am especially excited to teach middle and high school age groups. I have worked as a gymnastics instructor for middle-school aged children, an ultimate frisbee captain for college students, and have led a...

I'm an engineering student with a rich background in public speaking and natural sciences willing to help anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of any subject. I understand that a conventional or traditional approach is not always the best means for learning.

...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 to frame science in an...

...years and have tutored students from kindergarten to college. I specialize in science and math but am very good at English composition and writing. Each student learns and understands differently, so I prioritize teaching in a way that suits them. That philosophy can apply to their learning style but also their lifestyle. I've found that this comprehensive approach helps students feel less intimidated and allows them to build confidence as they tackle challenging material. The...

...and how we can work together to help them to retain and understand the information. I am a doctor, and like to understand where each student is coming from and how I can best help them with their study skills. What I love about tutoring is seeing the students understand and grasp the material and do well on their tests. While in medical school, I tutored in anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, clinical analysis and case review,...

...am currently a 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...

My name is Nick Bafundo. I am a sophomore at Fordham University majoring in Chemistry and Medieval Studies. I think a mix of sciences and humanities makes for a very well-rounded person, which is why I chose my two different majors. After I graduate from Fordham, I plan on applying to medical school and pursuing my dream of becoming a doctor.

...about an ethical framework for epigenetic disease treatment and prevention. My greatest academic passions are human genetics, ethics, and biomedical ethics. I love to travel and have lived in Austria and Spain. In Spain, I work as an English language assistant. In previous summers, I have worked as a sailing instructor so I love teaching people new skills and helping them improve. In my free time I enjoy exercising and finding the best restaurants around!

...and, of course, Psychology. Two of my specialties are SAT/PSAT and AP Test preparation. I received a National Merit Scholarship for the PSAT, ranked above 97th percentile in each area of the SAT, and achieved National AP Scholar with Honors. In my free time I enjoy gaming with friends, playing percussion, and listening to a variety of music. I hope to apply my education in Psychology to a career in game design someday. In the...

...school to continue learning and helping others. I am passionate about science, writing, and thinking both creatively and critically. In high school, I enjoyed tutoring in Calculus and Spanish. I would love to help inspire a love of learning in any student, and to help work through any problems you are having. I would be happy to help with any specific questions in math or science, or to simply walk through a reading assignment with...

...County. I have succeeded in the competitive Long Island high school arena and I have a BA from Yale, MA from NYU and won a Fulbright and Javits Fellowships. I have taught college level courses and am very capable of helping with all aspects of high school homework as well as college tutoring and applications. My style and demeanor are kind and encouraging so I can help every student achieve with confidence.

...vital aspects of my education, and I hope to return that gift to students through tutoring. I started tutoring elementary school students when I was in high school, and I began advising other high school students for college test prep and applications as I was transitioning to Yale. I am now a sophomore at Yale University. For most of my high school career I attended Syosset Public High School, a National Blue Ribbon School in...

...for the skills that we're tasked with learning. By jumping right into problems that matter and learning as we go, students will master topics in both theoretical and applied contexts. On a more personal note, I'm a biomedical engineering student at Georgia Tech. I also study computer science with an emphasis on artificial intelligence and conduct research in an immunoengineering lab. In my free time, I enjoy ballroom dancing, origami, and playing soccer.

...in our bodies every day. I worked very hard in school and my grade point average was in the top 1% of my graduating class. When I entered college, I decided to get two bachelor's degrees in order to give me thorough training. My first degree was in biology and my second was in medical technology. I worked as a medical technologist at Stamford Hospital for three years but then I wanted to do biomedical...

...work well with students who are willing to make an effort toward improving. I can tutor in the following subjects: - Math (elementary, middle-school, pre-algebra, algebra 1, algebra 2, geometry, and introductory trigonometry and precalculus) - German (introductory and intermediate) - Test prep (including SAT, ACT, and GRE) - Biology (high-school and introductory, college-level) - Chemistry (high-school and introductory, college-level inorganic) I graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, along with minors in...

...in Spanish studies at Clemson University. I am currently on the premedical track and I aspire to be a dermatologist! I am on the Presidents List, an award given to students who earn a 4.0, therefore I am confident in my knowledge. I love all things chemistry and am passionate in catering material to specific learning styles. I believe that I can further your academics and strengthen your understanding in the subject, all while providing...

...of Medicine. I decided to start tutoring because it is the perfect opportunity for me to share my passion for science and gain valuable teaching experience. The two things that make me a great tutor are my deep understanding of biology and my ability to communicate complex concepts in ways that are easy to understand. My passion for science and education also makes my tutoring sessions a lot of fun for my students. Outside of...

...from the University of Pittsburgh. I first began tutoring a girl with cerebral palsy who was unable to write and worked with her for over ten years and watched her progress to writing letters to full sentences. I also helped her with simple math and reading abilities. In high school I was a part of the National Honor Society and for community service I volunteered at the local elementary school where I helped K-5 with...

...merely just to help students raise their test grades, but to take ownership of their learning and find joy in their academic studies. I am dedicated to helping students discover their strengths in learning and apply them to areas of difficulty. I work well with all age groups and can easily adapt my tutoring style to each students' age and educational needs. I guide all my students with patience and encouragement and teach through conversation,...

...Sacred Heart University with a bachelors degree in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. During my four years at Sacred Heart University I also had the great honor of being a D1 athlete on the Track and Field Team. I have always had a love for the sciences and enjoy teaching these subjects as well. While I was at Sacred Heart University I was able to tutor in Pre-Calculus and also Physics I and II....