Award-Winning Biology Tutors serving Philadelphia, PA

What makes me a great tutor is my commitment to helping students make meaning on their own. I like giving students tools, tips, and techniques that will help them become independent learners. I like for students to leave a session with something they can use during independent study time or in class that will help them be successful in any class or other academic settings. ... My philosophy is that anyone can learn anything at any...

...high school science, English, History, as well as SAT Verbal Reasoning prep. My experience with another young teen student showed me the importance of developing a quick alliance with the student enough to at least help them see me as more than someone their parents had hired to make them do something and more as someone who genuinely cared about them. This is an ever-developing skill of mine that I had a chance to practice...

...biology. I have tutored lower school math and high school physics. My favorite subjects in school are math, music, and science and those are also my favorite subjects to teach. It is so satisfying for both the student and I to see the student's hard work come to fruition through a good test score or just a clearly better understanding of the topic. Learning should be fun - not just sitting at a table cramming...

...muscle physiology, exercise physiology, lung physiology, the immune system and cannabis allergy. When not working or studying I volunteer at the Delta Health Institute, which provides much needed health screenings for underserved populations in the Delta region, and NYIT COM's after school program, which teaches basic science and anatomy to school aged children. My passion has always been learning about medicine and I love to help other passionate students discover their own interests. I also...

I have taught high school Biology and AP Biology full-time for a year at Fremont Christian School (Fremont, CA). I am a research scientist turned educator, who is certified to teach in Florida (Professional Educator Certification for Biology 6-12). I have a Masters in Biology from San Francisco State University and have...

...work at Princeton University and started working as a postdoctoral fellow in Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in 2015. I worked as a teaching assistant during my graduate years and gained an experience as a private tutor in high school biology. Having studied molecular biology for more than 10 years, and having experience in teaching high school and college students, I am confident that my skills would be appreciated by my clients. My fluency in...

...5+ years of experience. I got my Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from Villanova University and my Master of Education in Secondary Science Education from Temple University. Although I am passionate about all sciences, I am best equipped to tutor in environmental science (all levels, including college), earth science, and biology. I also have taken and passed both the Earth & Space Science as well as Biology Praxis tests on my first tries and...

...have also had a passion for math and wanted to use this passion to help students achieve their academic goals. Just recently, I obtained my Masters of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in finance from NJIT. I always had a love for business and thought having an MBA would help better my professional career. I firmly believe that education can not only open doors for you, but can make you a better individual. My...

...The sciences have been my educational focus since college, with expertise in Biology, Physiology, Anatomy, General Chemistry, and more. I have strong teaching experience and continue to educate both in my clinical and research work. I use visual cues such as diagrams and interactive materials to work with students and ensure that they understand and remember the topics. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with family, playing hockey, skiing and surfing!

...college. I truly believe that confidence in the subject matter is essential to be a great tutor. However, I am open to be challenged by my students. I focus more on the topics that students need the most help. One of my favorite teaching technique is simply asking students to teach me what they have learned. Teaching is never one sided. As a tutor, I am here to assist in content review and answering questions....

...available to tutor for the SAT and ACT. I love passing on the little tips and tricks I have learned through the years, not only for the math sections but also the reading and writing portions. As an avid reader in my downtime and having done a lot of critical reading for my scientific career, I have mastered various strategies for analytical reading that I love passing on. In my free time I enjoy reading,...

...make sure all my students have fun. During a typical tutoring session, I try to incorporate videos, textbooks, and models to help the student stay engaged. I make my sessions interactive in hopes of creating an environment where students can learn the material in a style that is most effective for them. In addition to Anatomy, I also tutor Physiology, Biology, General Chemistry, Physics, and elementary math. When I am not working as a tutor...

...academic goals. I believe a teacher must be patient with their students and truly understand what issues they face in order to effectively communicate with them. I strive to cultivate a positive teaching environment that inspires my students with the same passion for learning that I have. I have recently focused on tutoring standardized tests including the GRE, SAT and ACT. I most enjoy tutoring the GRE because of the complexity of its questions. I...

...art college and I have been teaching and tutoring for more than 15 years. I have taught many different types of math and statistics courses in my 15 years at different colleges and universities. I have a bachelor's in Mathematics and a PhD in Statistics. My central role as a math and statistics educator is to provide tools and resources to students in order for them to achieve their goals and have fun while doing...

...way to my completing my degree, I took a variety of classes in Biology, Chemistry, English, and Writing. I have experience tutoring ESL and Organic Chemistry. As someone who has used tutoring services myself, I understand the value of having a personal guide to help walk you through various concepts, make connections between different topics, and support you as you practice applying your knowledge. I am passionate about empowering others to learn!

...and grow and overcome their weaknesses. Education is a very powerful tool and I want to use my experience and education productively and help others reach their goals. I have casually worked with younger elementary students along with college students as well. I got my Biomedical Engineering undergraduate degree (B.S.) from Rutgers University-New Brunswick. I also have a Packaging Engineering Certificate. I have previously tutored elementary math, reading, and writing. I have also helped peers...

...passion for helping students succeed. I look forward to working with your son or daughter! A little bit about myself, I hold a B.A. in History and International Relations from Saint Josephs University. I am a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society, the Phi Alpha Theta history honors society, and the Sigma Iota Rho International Studies honors society. I am from upstate New York (Albany area). I am an avid Yankees, Football Giants,...

...awards for academic excellence and scientific research as an undergraduate student, which can be seen in detail on my Curriculum Vitae upon request. I have tutored biomedical sciences coursework ranging from general biology to Cancer biology, and privately tutored high school students over the years in biology courses. As a tutor I am focused on maximizing a student's strengths, while directly targeting weaknesses in subject material and studying habits during our time together.... My teaching philosophy...

...Louis. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychological and Brain Sciences and Educational Studies. After graduating I attended a post-baccalaureate pre-medical program at Bryn Mawr College. I have worked in several teaching and tutoring roles previously with middle and high school students and received education in teaching at the undergraduate level. I also coached sailing competitively for many years. I am passionate about Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and medicine and excited to tutor these subjects...

...study groups in various subjects. My most notable study group was for an undergrad Epidemiology class, where I created thorough and in-depth practice exams. Today, I facilitate a small writer circle/workshop for my friends every Saturday morning. I have just recently finished a 2.5 year position at The University of Pennsylvania;s Agatston Urban Nutrition Initiative where I taught nutrition and wellness, as well as some classroom gardening. I am most at home with students and...