Award-Winning Biology Tutors in Thornton, CO

...I hope to help tutor those still in school not only to keep on my toes academically, but to help those who may be struggling with various subjects throughout their academic careers. There is no better feeling than watching someone have a eureka moment of understanding, and I look forward to meeting and working with new students. As a Colorado native, I love spending my free time hiking and climbing my way through the Rockies....

Hello! I have recently moved to the Denver area from Sydney, Australia. I have been a teacher professionally for six years in both Connecticut and Sydney, and I am excited to meet new students here in Colorado. I earned a Masters degree in education two years ago and a Bachelors in biology before that. I especially like working with students who are having a hard time in a subject, because it gives me an opportunity...

I am a graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry as well as MCD (Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental) Biology while minoring in Chemistry in 2015. I love exploring all of the cool things that this world has to offer. By dabbling in a little of everything I can set my sights on what really holds my attention. My primary interests lie in the sciences, where learning...

Welcome everyone! My name is Chase Walker LaRue and I teach high school science in Salemberg, NC. I have spent time all over the United States and spent time studying in Colorado, Kansas, North Carolina, Mississippi, and Maryland. I think the best type of learning is accompanied by steps in developing real skills, and real personal quality. After spending time as a college athlete, a college advisor, and now a teacher, I have seen education...

I am currently an undergraduate Chemistry and Biology major at Metropolitan State University of Denver with a graduation date of May 2014. Within the next few years I would like to start a doctoral program in either Pharmacology or Medicinal Chemistry. My professional goal is to use organic synthesis and computer programming to design novel drugs. Other than being a student of the sciences, I enjoy cycling around Denver, playing Frisbee, guitar, and just being...

I am excited to help you build a strong foundation in academics, and beyond! I graduated in 2014 from Binghamton University in Vestal, NY with a Bachelors of Science in Cell & Molecular Biology and spent two years conducting independent microbiology research in Binghamton's Center for Biofilm Research. At Binghamton I also acted as a Teaching Assistant and tutored many students, helping them to gain a better understanding of the natural sciences. I look forward...

I received by B.A. in Applied Mathematics with an emphasis in biology from the University of California at Berkeley in May of 2013. Though I enjoy tutoring a broad range of subjects, I love mathematics, and am passionate about making it an engaging and straightforward subject for my students. I also value higher education, and therefore take pride in giving my students the tools to succeed on the SAT to help them begin that journey....

...the organizational and problem-solving skills they need to address academic challenges on their own. I've conducted writing workshops and edited newspaper copy since I was in high school, and I strongly believe that when it comes to verbal learning, practice makes perfect, and practice with outstanding source material makes a huge difference. In the little spare time I do have, I like to read, write, draw, and play the violin or the piano, though I'm...

...and data analysis practice to assist students in successfully approaching Standardized Test questions and expanding their critical thinking skills. I firmly believe that all students are capable and deserving of experiencing growth in their desired subject with the right guidance and will to learn. Academic growth and confidence creates many opportunities and a lifetime of ongoing appreciation for phenomena in the world around us. In my time outside of teaching and tutoring I enjoy reading,...

I am a graduate of Kentucky Wesleyan College. I received my Bachelor of Sciences in biology and chemistry with a focus in biochemistry. Since graduation, I have accomplished extensive research at the University of Colorado School of Medicine Division of Infectious Disease. My research focus is associated with HIV infection. My tutoring experience began in my undergraduate years where I tutored nearly every science class I took. I then continued my tutoring career for two...

I am a recent graduate of Colorado College living in Boulder. I have tutoring experience from both high school and college and I am excited to continue tutoring. I believe collaboration is always the best way to learn and I try to embrace a socratic style of tutoring with everyone I work with. ... I approach tutoring with a Socratic style. I believe it is easiest to learn when you discuss the material and engage with...

Throughout college and my two years as a math teacher, I found that there isn't one best teaching method. Instead, each student is unique and this reflects in their learning style. A good teacher will be able to change strategies to accommodate for differences in learning styles. I hope to be the best teacher that I can be by listening to my students and adjust my style of teaching to fit the student's needs.... I believe...

I graduated from Muhlenberg College in 2014 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (focusing on child development) and Media & Communication. After graduation, I worked for City Year Philadelphia, an Americorps program that places tutors in high-need, low-performing public schools. I spent the year working with a 7th grade class in North Philadelphia. I tutored small groups of students in math, literacy, science, and social studies. Currently, I continue to work with youth as...

...expectations. As a teacher I also spent a considerable amount of time teaching test taking strategies, and many of my former students did exceptionally well on standardized tests. Aside from writing, a major passion of mine is public speaking. I competed in Speech and Debate on the state and national level while in high school, and absolutely enjoy coaching students in becoming powerful public speakers! Naturally, this ties in with my interest in political science....

I am a senior at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine. I will graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience and International Relations. I have an interest in Global Health and have spent extended time in Geneva, Switzerland studying global health and Thimpu, Bhutan working in a hospital. I tutor a broad range of subjects including exam prep for IB, AP, ACT and SAT exams. I firmly believe that everyone can succeed at standardized tests...

...Medicine to complete my post-graduate studies. Daughter of a high school algebra and English teacher, I really enjoy tutoring and helping students understand subjects especially in the areas of math, reading, and science. I find it rewarding to share my knowledge and passion for science with students just being introduced to the subject. My goal in tutoring is to not only get the students on course with their grade level work but to also challenge...

Hello! My Name is Ron, I graduated just a few months ago from WashU in St. Louis with a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry. I've been admitted to medical school at the University of Pennsylvania (Perelman School of Medicine class of 2021!) but I am currently here in Colorado enjoying a gap year. I am thrilled to explore my passion for teaching math and science with Varsity Tutors! My first teaching experiences were during undergrad where...

...English and college essay writing and will help with essay editing. My overall tutoring style is one that is fun but serious. While students learn in many different ways, I think being comfortable with their tutor or teacher is the most important aspect of learning. I want the student to feel free to ask as many questions as they need or want without feeling they are failing. Some topics take longer to master, and that...

I'm a student at Washington University in St. Louis, studying planetary geology and anything else I can get my hands on. I can tutor math, physical sciences, and history on the middle school and high school levels. I love art, science, and figuring things out, and in my spare time I like to read, draw, sing, make animated videos, hike, build things, and help out at my church. I love the challenge of trying to...

...easy-going, friendly, and optimistic human being. I love to understand how the world works and I challenge others to do the same. I believe with understanding we can have a greater appreciation for the simpler things as well as the most complex things. Chemistry and Biology are my two favorite subjects and I love seeing how they are applied in nature as well as in industry. I recently graduated with a M.S. in Polymer Chemistry...