Award-Winning Biology Tutors serving Washington DC

...range of elementary to high school students in several subjects, and so I understand every student has their own style of learning. As a tutor, I will do my best to provide a supporting environment and create lesson plans that will assist with the students understanding of the materials. More importantly, I will encourage students to voice their ideas and ask questions to ensure that they will understand every step of the way.

...doctor but I ended up learning that that is not where my passion lies. Therefore, I am about to pursue a Masters in Biology and then go on to get a PhD so that I can do research and teach. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy various pastimes such as listening to music, traveling and engaging in outdoor activities such as hiking. I am a bit of a movie and music buff so I love to...

...tutoring program. Finally, for the past two summers I have worked at the extremely rigorous Breakthrough Collaborative Teaching Internship at their Miami, Florida location teaching 5th and 6th grade science, where I a was again responsible for my own lesson plans, classwork, homework and quizzes. I am very interested in working with Varsity Tutors as I absolutely love working with children, especially in a teaching capacity. I enjoy the challenge of working through a topic...

...I supervised one group of 20-24 Johns Hopkins freshman students per semester. I answered questions and guided students to a greater understanding of chemical principles. Teaching assistants also staffed help sessions for students who need additional help in understanding chemistry concepts. I have great evaluations from my students to show. I have spent several summers doing research with top researchers from researchers/professors from Johns Hopkins University. Research molds the way you think about questions and...

...concepts and improve their grades. I tutor AP Biology, AP Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Genetics, various levels of Spanish, including AP Spanish Language, and AP Spanish Literature and Culture. I am a qualified Spanish tutor, not only because I am a native Peruvian speaker, but because I received a formal bilingual education where I received outstanding scores in both AP Spanish Language and Literature and Culture. In my spare time, I enjoy reading and tweeting...

...outside of class in these subjects, in addition to math, reading, writing, and SAT Prep. I have a passion for math and science because of the problem skills developed through their study, but I also have a joy for reading and writing and the way language can powerfully capture ideas and meaning. I firmly believe in establishing strong, individual working relationships with students: each student is different and each deserves a unique, specialized approach to...

...countries, have numerous friends from different cultures, and have traveled extensively throughout Europe and Scandinavia. I believe in providing students with a comfortable environment where they have the confidence to ask questions and not be afraid to display their ignorance. This is especially true if they believe the question is too trivial. I demonstrate my own enthusiasm for the subject and explain why I feel it should be so interesting and important to everyone in...

...students' needs and goals. Especially in subjects like organic chemistry, where students often feel overwhelmed, I am able to use molecular models to explain concepts like stereochemistry in more visual ways than are used in traditional instruction. I am passionate about my students mastering the concepts and falling in love with science. I bring a lot of fun and perspective on study habits and skills that foster success in the classroom and in life! I...

...also their academic confidence! I live and breathe Biology, which was my college major as well as the field in which I actively work. In addition to Biology, General Chemistry and GRE preparation are my specialty subjects. Working in biomedical research for over four years has allowed me to constantly update, add to, and improve my knowledge of the sciences. I would love to help you succeed, gain confidence, and maybe have some fun during...

...my students who remind me so much of my younger siblings. This upcoming year, I will be serving through AmeriCorps as helping immigrant youth succeed in their academics as well as their individual wellness. Because I would like to keep tutoring and teaching, I decided to sign up to be a part of Varsity Tutors to help engage motivated students to reach their absolute best not only academically, but also in terms of their grit....

...minute of it! Eventually becoming captain, I felt I missed rowing quite a bit. So, on my last year of studies, I decided to coach for the local high school's rowing club in Michigan, becoming the Head Novice Men's Coach working with first year rowers. With that said, my education at Michigan offered me a plethora of opportunities. The subjects I've preffered to tutor is english and reading as well as Math! I do love...

...writing skills, reading comprehension. My aim in tutoring is to help students understand what the test-writers and professors are looking for when they give assignments or standardized exams, but my philosophy is serious goals, fun getting there. I try to include games and integrating pop culture references or silly mnemonics to help make the learning process a little more interesting. When Im not tutoring, I keep myself busy with museums, baking, calligraphy, board games, and...

...University of Wisconsin-Madison. I also have my CELTA certification, which means I have extra experience working with English Language Learners. Although I am certified to tutor many different subjects, my favorite subjects have always been Social Studies, History, English, and Literature. I am a voracious reader and trivia buff who especially enjoys science fiction, fantasy, and history books. I am also a creative writer in my spare time, and I enjoy many different kinds of...

...of subjects in those disciplines, I am most passionate about Computer Programming and Data Science, as I use these subjects in my own research as a grad student and write about them on my Medium blog. I have worked with several college and grad students, and have found a lot of success with active learning. I am a big proponent of scientific communication, and am passionate about making math and science accessible to all.

...and study habits that I would love to share with my students. I have tutored throughout highschool and in college continued to help my peers with their assignments, across a range of subjects. My assistance has helped my tutorees to maintain or improve their grades. I attended high school at Columbia Grammar & Preparatory, a private school in New York City. I graduated with honors at The Johns Hopkins University, with a BS in Molecular...

...depth and practical applications. A perspective I am eager to share with all of you. I understand that every student's journey is unique, influenced by their strengths, aspirations, and individuality. It is my commitment to embrace these differences and tailor my teaching approach to cater to a spectrum of learning styles. Whether you're taking your first steps into the world of mathematics or striving to push the boundaries of your knowledge, I am here to...

...at Emory University studying neuroscience and behavioral biology. I am on the pre-med track and hope to help students achieve their goals by helping them understand different subjects in order to progress towards college. I am determined to help students with their ACT/SAT scores as I believe that having a good understanding of entrance exams will in turn be a great asset when applying to colleges. As I had gotten a 35 on the ACT...

Medical And Graduate Student At Hopkins Tutors in Life Sciences, clinical research areas. Specialty in Neuroscience and biology College Organic Chemistry Tutor

...love helping people achieve their goals. I am originally from McLean, VA, and I attended Sidwell Friends School in Washington, D.C. At Harvard, I study Earth and Planetary Sciences with a minor in Organismic and Evolutionary Biology. I am also a John Harvard Scholar, and I am passionate about the climate and how it is affecting ecosystems. I really enjoy teaching and interacting with everyone, and I am especially passionate about maths and sciences.

...Taught: Grad Statistics, Research Methods, Qualitative Methods, Quantitative Methods, Philosophy of Science, Educational Psychology, High School (5 years) - Robotics (Arduino, RPi, Vex, etc), 3D Design with Autocad products, 3D Printing (Prusa, Makerbot, Ultimaker and Flashforge printers) using Simplify3D and Curia, Intro and Intermediate Electronics, Product Design and Invention, Animation (Blender), Vex Robotics Team Coach, Geometry, Algebra II, Physical Science, Chemistry Middle School (7 years) - Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Vex Robotics Team Coach, Elementary (4 years)...