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Pallavi

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Pallavi

Master's in Biology
Pallavi's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Physics
6th-12th Grade Biology
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math

I am a graduate of The University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Biology (Neurobiology concentration), a Bachelor of Science in Economics (Healthcare Management and Policy concentration), and a Master's in Biology. Throughout my undergraduate, I have loved tutoring...

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University of Pennsylvania

Master's in Biology

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Arts in Biology (Neurobiology concentration)

Nadine

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Nadine

Bachelor of Science, Physics
Nadine's other Tutor Subjects
6th-12th Grade Physics
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate from Columbia University with a dual degree in Physics and Mechanical Engineering.

Education

Eckerd College

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Columbia University

Dual degree in Physics and Mechanical Engineering

Kendra

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Kendra

Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Kendra's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I believe learning should be exciting! I want to help students understand the material and develop a genuine interest in education through engaging tutoring sessions.

Education

Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Test Scores
ACT
32
Khurram

Certified Tutor

14+ years

Khurram

Bachelors, Finance, Mathematics
Khurram's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Arithmetic
Calculus

I have a huge passion for basketball and have been playing since I was around 5 years old(Go Mavs!). I have lived in Dallas my entire life and am a proud Texan! I love spending time with my family and have three incredible siblings that are obnoxious yet entertaining at the same time.I graduated fro...

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Southern Methodist University

Bachelors, Finance, Mathematics

Michael

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Michael

Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Michael's other Tutor Subjects
Advanced Placement Prep
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4

I have a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Toronto; my professional and scientific interests lie in metabolic engineering, cell biology, and bioinformatics.I began my tutoring career in high school as a peer tutor, where I spent my free study periods in departmental of...

Education

University of Toronto

Bachelors, Chemical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1470
Graham

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Graham

Master of Arts, History
Graham's other Tutor Subjects
College World History
English
Government
High School Government

History has been my passion from an early age. I obtained a bachelors and masters degree in history at Kansas State University before pursuing a masters degree in teaching from Pittsburg State University. Over the last four years, I have worked with students of every age group (except college) and a...

Education

Kansas State University

Master of Arts, History

Kansas State University

Bachelor in Arts, History

Mark

Certified Tutor

Mark

Bachelor in Business Administration, Small Business Administration and Management
Mark's other Tutor Subjects
Adult ESL/ELL
Conversational Spanish
English
ESL/ELL

I have over 6 years experience working as an ESL teacher in South America. I have had the opportunity to work with students from all age groups and walks of life. I enjoy helping students achieve their language goals and the doors this opens for them. My professional background is in management and ...

Education

autonoma de las americas

Bachelor in Business Administration, Small Business Administration and Management

Sarah

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sarah

Master of Science, Neuroscience
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
Cell Biology
Chemistry
CLEP Prep

Graduated from Columbia University with a M.S. Neuroscience and from UCLA with a B.S. Psychobiology. Taught high school biology and chemistry for 2 years.

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Master of Science, Neuroscience

University of California-Los Angeles

Bachelor of Science, Psychobiology

Claire

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Claire

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Claire's other Tutor Subjects
AP Chemistry
Biology
College Biology
College English

I am currently a student at the University of Pittsburgh where I am obtaining my bachelors in biology. I plan to attend a Nurse Practitioner program after my completion to complete my masters and then my doctorate.I have many interest such as the study of egg peritonitis in chickens as well as raisi...

Education

University of Pittsburgh-Bradford

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Poushali

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Poushali

Bachelor of Science, Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology
Poushali's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
AP Environmental Science
Basic Computer Literacy
C++

I'm Poush! I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Meteorology with minors in Computer Science and Mathematics. From kindergarten to my senior year of college, I've always noticed that my teachers made the largest impact on my success in various classes. The most memorable teachers were enthusiastic...

Education

Millersville University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science, Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology

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Morley

ACT English Tutor • +30 Subjects

I am a University of Chicago graduate with honors, a journalist, and magazine founder with four years of teaching experience. I have written cover stories for national magazines and newspapers, and edited scores of writers from around the world. I write every day and love helping find students their own voice. My college entrance essay is held up by Johns Hopkins as an example for other students.I spent the last year teaching students in a troubled Italian high school. I loved the challenge of working with unmotivated learners, and several of my students told me I was the best teacher they had had. Before that I worked as a freelance reporter for The Nation, and an editor at New York Focus, The South Side Weekly, and various publications in New York and Chicago. I know how to edit others work, clarify their views, and all in no-stress, timely manner.

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Casey

College English Tutor • +9 Subjects

I am a graduate of Southern New Hampshire University where I earned a Master of Arts in English with a concentration in Creative Writing. I began working as a writing tutor during the final year of my Master's program. My experience is in tutoring college and high school students in academic and creative writing. I have also tutored ESOL students in writing and English grammar and mechanics. I always enjoy tutoring students in creative writing, specifically fiction writing, because not only was this my major in college, but I also have an ambition to publish my own writing and have personally benefited from workshops and constructive criticism. I believe that the purpose of tutoring is to help students to become confident and self-sufficient writers, and that after tutoring a student should be able to identify certain patterns in their own writing and correct their own mistakes. I do not just proofread or edit papers for a student, but I will help a student to learn how to proofread and edit their own paper. Writing is hard work, but it is also satisfying work. Writing is my great passion, and I have transformed it from a hobby into a career of choice. I love participating in activities that spark my imagination. Some of my favorites are writing, reading, hiking, swimming, and traveling.

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Brianna

1st Grade Math Tutor • +12 Subjects

I am a Psychology major at ASU, graduating December 2015. I have a lot of experience teaching including being a teaching assistant for a psychology 101 class of over 450 students. I created exams, study guides and ran study review sessions.I am very friendly and personable and love teaching all subjects, but psychology is my favorite. I know everybody learns differently and I love figuring out which teaching styles work best for each student. Psychology involves many theories and abstract concepts so I find it helpful to provide real world examples that can help my students really understand. Personally, I learn best when I can receive the information from multiple sources. So when I teach, I like to do the same, taking material from textbooks, power points, silly videos, or even TV shows to further understanding. I also believe that teaching a concept really helps the learning process. I encourage my students, once they have mastered a topic, to try to teach or explain it to someone else. Being able to do this really means you fully understand.When I am not tutoring, I like to go long boarding or play my electric guitar. I love going to concerts and my favorite genres of music are alternative and hardcore. I also have an interest in fashion and photo shoots.

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Giulia

Conversational Italian Tutor • +15 Subjects

I'm a passionate Italian and French tutor.For my formal education, I started my French language studies (grammar and literature) in the 6th grade and continued on through my college years. I also studied Latin for five years to supplement my skills in both the Italian and French languages.I have a business economics degree from Bocconi University in Milan and spent a semester studying at the HEC Grand Ecole, Paris. Having lived in France, I understand the culture and nuances that are a very important part of learning a new language.For some, learning a new language can be a bit intimidating, so my lessons are designed to be fun and engaging. We will talk about your goals and objectives, assess your current skill level, and work at a pace that is challenging yet comfortable so that you can progress confidently. We can work hard on grammar and conversation, but we can also discover the French and Italian cultures through cuisine, songs, movies, poetry... you will love it! My students currently range in age from 9 to 70 years old with beginner to intermediate ability levels. Lessons are tailored to your personal needs whether you are a business professional, planning a trip, a student of any age, or are just looking to stimulate your mind by learning something new.

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ACT English Tutor • +43 Subjects

I recently graduated from Lewis & Clark College with a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics. I enjoy doing and teaching math and love to think of math in real-life terms with lots of different kinds of examples to help as a guide through the abstract. Along with math, I focussed on both Computer Science and Spanish. I gained most of my Spanish literacy through two study abroad experiences in the Dominican Republic and Chile, where I took all my classes and completed all my coursework in Spanish. Since graduating in 2019, I have worked as an Americorps volunteer in a bilingual (Spanish and English) elementary school. Until Covid, I was teaching math and reading to children who were falling behind in normal classroom settings, as well as running an afterschool program. I have worked extensively at summer camps in both New England and the Portland area (Oregon Zoo and Portland Children's Museum). In my free time, I love to read, work in my garden, take care of my fish tanks, and play ultimate frisbee!

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Alan

Algebra Tutor • +38 Subjects

A long, long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, I matriculated at Centre College in Danville. There I studied history and played for the school soccer team. I left with many bruises and a degree in history.After a short diversion to serve my country in the Army, I moved to Louisville. I worked for the city and later the water company. I returned to school at the University of Louisville. I worked on a Master's degree in Teaching and certification in learning and behavior disorders.Once certified, I embarked on a career teaching. I have worked at three different high schools, teaching regular and resource classes, as well as coaching soccer. At the moment, I work as a special education teacher inside Our Lady of Peace hospital. There, I work daily to meet the educational needs of students with significant behavioral issues that temporarily prevent attendance at a regular school.I have worked as a tutor at various times throughout my teaching career. For several years, I worked evenings and Saturday mornings at a Sylvan Learning Center. Later, I tutored individual students through an organization called ClubZ!I tutor because it allows me to work one-on-one with a student. As a classroom teacher, I rarely get this opportunity. The opportunity for individual instruction gives me the chance to see real progress in the students I have the privilege to tutor.Outside of teaching, I enjoy coaching (and watching) soccer. I also like to ride my bike along the new trail through the Parklands of Floyds Fork.

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Chauna

Abstract Algebra Tutor • +23 Subjects

"Together we can rule the world...of Math and Business!!"I have a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance. I am working on a Master's in Secondary Education. I love when my students see that Math can be used in every facet of life, it helps them to understand the importance of this subject.I have 3 years in Special Education. I am currently a Co-Teacher (Support Services) in 11th grade American Literature/English.

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I am a recent graduate of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign with a BS in Electrical Engineering and an MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering. At university, I taught courses in Robotics and Computing for several semesters, and was consistently named to the list of Teachers Ranked as Excellent based on student evaluations. My academic passion lies in robotics, in which my work and teaching experience allows me to tutor a wide variety of subjects, including Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Programming, and the underlying Math and Physics required in this field. My teaching philosophy focuses on teaching concepts and problem solving skills. I believe it is important to develop a deep understanding of the material and how to apply it, rather than learning simply to pass a test. I work best with students who are motivated to learn and willing to put in the effort necessary to do so.

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American Literature Tutor • +34 Subjects

I'm a lifelong learner living in Austin, Texas. Writing and literature are my passion and expertise although I'm always willing to dip a toe whenever possible. I've been told I'm an affable and approachable tutor and person. I believe in catering my approach to each student's learning style. There's no 'wrong' way to learn!I received my Bachelor's degree in Creative Writing at Metropolitan State University Denver in 2015. I first started tutoring in high school by participating in an after school reading program for elementary students and continued into college. At MSU Denver I held two official tutoring positions through the First Year Success Program's Supplemental Instruction and the federally funded program TRiO Student Success Services. Although I've tutored in multiple subjects my passion lies with writing. When I'm not writing or reading I enjoy walks with my dog Tenshi, baking and the occasional craft (I minored in Studio Art so I fancy myself an amateur artist).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Biophysics integrates physics principles with biological systems, so you'll encounter a diverse range of topics. Common areas include biomechanics (how forces affect movement and structure), thermodynamics of biological processes, membrane transport and ion channels, protein folding and molecular dynamics, and electrical properties of cells. Many courses also cover light-matter interactions in biological contexts, such as photosynthesis and vision. Since biophysics bridges two disciplines, understanding both the physics fundamentals and biological context is essential—personalized tutoring can help you see how these concepts connect rather than treating them as separate subjects.

Visualization is one of the biggest challenges in biophysics, especially when dealing with concepts you can't directly observe. Working with a tutor who can walk you through molecular visualization tools, draw diagrams showing force vectors on biological structures, and use analogies connecting microscopic physics to macroscopic behavior makes abstract ideas concrete. For example, understanding how electrostatic forces hold protein structures together becomes clearer when you see the charges visualized and understand the underlying physics. Tutors can also help you build mental models by connecting equations to physical reality—so when you see a formula for membrane potential, you understand what's actually happening at the molecular level.

In biophysics, memorization alone won't serve you well because exams and applications require you to apply physics principles to unfamiliar biological scenarios. True understanding means grasping why a protein folds the way it does based on thermodynamic principles, or predicting how a cell membrane will respond to osmotic pressure using your knowledge of physics. Personalized tutoring emphasizes this deeper understanding by asking 'why' and 'how' questions, having you work through problems from first principles, and connecting new concepts to ones you've already mastered. This approach takes more time upfront but builds genuine competency that carries through advanced coursework and research.

Many students excel in one discipline but struggle when they're combined. The key is recognizing that biophysics problems require you to identify which physics principles apply to a specific biological system, then execute the physics correctly while maintaining biological accuracy. A tutor can help you develop a systematic approach: first understand the biological scenario, then identify the relevant physics (forces, energy, thermodynamics, etc.), then solve mathematically, and finally interpret results in biological terms. This structured thinking transforms biophysics from feeling like two separate subjects into an integrated whole, making problem-solving more intuitive and less overwhelming.

An excellent biophysics tutor has solid grounding in both physics and biology, but more importantly, they can explain how these disciplines intersect. They should be comfortable with mathematical reasoning and able to help you work through derivations, not just memorize formulas. Look for someone who can guide experiments or lab work if that's part of your course, and who encourages you to think like a scientist—asking questions, testing hypotheses, and reasoning through unfamiliar problems. They should also be patient with the 'back and forth' nature of biophysics learning, where you might need to refresh physics knowledge to understand a biological application. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in biophysics and understand these unique learning challenges.

Lab work in biophysics often combines experimental techniques with theoretical understanding, and it's easy to lose sight of the bigger picture when you're focused on procedure. A tutor can help you understand what you're measuring and why, connect your experimental observations to the physics and biology concepts you've learned, and troubleshoot when results don't match predictions. They can also guide you through scientific reasoning—how to design controls, interpret data, and draw valid conclusions. This goes beyond just getting the right answer; it develops your ability to think scientifically and prepares you for research opportunities where independent experimental thinking is essential.

With personalized biophysics tutoring, students typically develop stronger conceptual understanding, gain confidence tackling unfamiliar problems, and improve their ability to connect physics principles to biological contexts. Many students see grade improvements, but more importantly, they move from feeling confused by the material to feeling like they can actually think through biophysics questions. Research on 1-on-1 instruction shows it's particularly effective for complex, multi-disciplinary subjects like biophysics where you need to integrate knowledge from different areas. You'll also build problem-solving skills and scientific reasoning that extend beyond the course itself—valuable for advanced coursework, research, and careers in biology, medicine, or physics.

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