Award-Winning Biology Tutors serving Newton, MA

...in tutoring any individual who needs to learn how to effectively use Excel for any purpose. Though I love tutoring in all of these subjects, tutoring in Chemistry is by far my favorite. Chemistry provides an opportunity to think in every possible mode of thought, from visual-spatial reasoning, to cold, hard, deductive logic, and thus I think it allows for the most creative potential in teaching. If it is of interest to any students reading...

Dedicated and enthusiastic tutor looking to help students with test prep especially PTCE.I also have interest in Math and Sciences and I have a Doctorate in Pharmacy.I believe learning should be fun, engaging and individualised based on student-specific needs

...Policy. I have worked as a Teaching Assistant, Research Assistant, and as an Actuary, and have a particular passion for teaching Mathematics. When tutoring I try to include visualizations and real world examples whenever I can so that it does not feel like a fruitless exercise. I help students reach their goals with a two-pronged approach: reinforcing and building upon strengths while targeting weaknesses. In my free time I exercise, play the piano and volunteer...

...I had numerous experiences tutoring learners of all ages, from preschoolers to adults. I spent my first year of college tutoring preschoolers in reading comprehension and alphabet knowledge; I served as the curriculum writer and head teacher of a computer programming camp for children aged 4-7, using the ScratchJr programming language; I was a writing tutor for three years as I worked with other Tufts students on their term papers; I taught introductory Spanish classes...

I am a recent graduate of Tufts University with experience tutoring primarily middle-school age students in English, science, math and history, and adult learners in politics. I am especially passionate about reading and writing, and increasing literacy with my students. Outside of tutoring, I currently work for a tech company in Somerville, and I enjoy exploring the city, playing the piano and guitar, and writing.

...sessions to group workshops to the hectic environment of a busy college learning center. Through it all, I've been able to hone my teaching craft, and also develop an appreciation for working with people to help them achieve their goals. Being able to work with people in the context of subjects I love is, therefore, a dream come true. I plan for teaching to remain an important part of my life for a long time...

...a Pre-Med Student. I tutor most often in reading and math, as well as in the MCAT subjects. I focus my tutoring around finding each students desired method of learning/problem solving and trying to apply that to the problems at hand. I have been tutoring or TAing since high school and hope to continue reducing stress and finding the best ways to learn for students of all ages. ABOUT ME: I graduated from Brown University...

...professional. To enhance the educational experience of students, a teacher in the biological sciences has to possess an exceptional skill in creating the appropriate course sequence to teach complex concepts to students from diverse scientific areas. My love for teaching begun from the time I was a graduate student. I taught classes in the fields of Genetics, Microbiology, Anatomy & Physiology, and Biochemistry. Now I teach and do research with university students in these fields....

...ability, combined with my passion for teaching and helping others, makes me an ideal candidate for tutoring. My experience in entrepreneurship and independent research has honed my skills in critical thinking, problem-solving and self-directed learning, all of which I believe will be valuable assets as a tutor. I am excited to join Varsity Tutors and help students achieve their academic goals and reach their full potential. I am dedicated to doing my best to create...

...with Varsity Tutors. As a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a minor in Chemistry from Denison University, I have found a deep passion for the sciences. During my undergraduate career I have studied for courses within my major (such as Genetics and Diversity of Microorganisms) and in the pre-med track (such as physics and general chemistry). I have been able to share this passion with other students as a Teaching Assistant and as a...

...the student. I like to use many examples, pictures, videos, and funny stories that can help the student apply the concept to in-life situations. I believe when the subject is placed in perspective, there is much more understanding. When I am not interpreting legislations and reading about breakthrough medical devices, I enjoy the outdoors. I love to spend time relaxing on the beach, take light hikes, and long bike rides. When I am indoors, I enjoy...

I am a recent graduate of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, with a B.S. in Psychology and Medical Anthropology. I am currently work full-time as an Research Assistant for the NIH, focusing on Youth and Social Issues, at the University of Michigan Institute for...... I prefer teaching at an individual level, working with the person's interests to inspire them and develop confidence in sticky subjects.... Get to know the student both academically and personally!... Practice,...

...innovative and encouraging. I am supportive of students with all different types of learning styles. One of my strengths is adapting lessons to fit the needs of the individual student (e.g. creating more models for the visual learner, pairing visuals with verbal instruction for the auditory learner, providing hands-on lessons for the tactile learner, etc.). I have a passion for education and learning and cannot wait to build my professional experience by tutoring you/your student.

...and social justice university and majoring in the field of healthcare. I have years of experience tutoring math, reading comprehension from elementary through middle and high school. I primarily tutor elementary and middle school math and reading comprehension. Being the oldest sibling in my family, I am very flexible and have the ability to cater to all kinds of teaching and learning needs. One of the things that motivate me is getting my tutees and...

I majored in Biology and Global Studies at UCLA! I've been tutoring with GRE, SAT, ACT prep programs for four years, and I specialize in the Math sections. I can also help with college essays, college writing, and college admissions documents. I was a college counselor at UCLA, helping students with their applications. I also speak Spanish!

...During my undergraduate education, I volunteered as a tutor for elementary students. I also tutored ESL to a refugee from South Sudan; we prepared for the citizenship exam (which he passed) and worked on his reading and speaking skills. My experience as well as my current education in Occupational Therapy enable me to adapt my teaching style for each student. I try to make lessons as interactive and rewarding as possible. Students should feel comfortable...

...goals. I want to share my skills and love of learning with students who are motivated to improve their scores and understanding of material. I will listen carefully to each student's goals and feedback so that we can adjust our tutoring sessions accordingly and get the most out of them. I will work with each student as a team so that we can not only achieve a specific target score or grade, but also develop...

...recent graduate of Boston University's Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation. I received a Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology, with an early focus on Neuroscience and Behavior, and I will be attending Medical School in the fall. I am most looking forward to tutoring in English/Literature/Writing, and Biology/Anatomy, as these are the areas that I excelled at most throughout my own education. Education is something that can never be taken from you, and as...

...prescriptive in my approach, but rather present potential strategies and tools, and then figure out what works best for the client. I have a friendly, easy-going, flexible and direct teaching style. I always try to make sure I am being clear and concise when teaching, and continuously check to make sure my clients understand the first step before moving onto the next step. I approach my clients with compassion, understanding and empathy. I look forward...

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