Award-Winning Chemistry Tutors in Norfolk, VA

...and at UT Health San Antonio; later leading to multiple junior science awards and an invitation to present at the 2016 White House Science Fair. ______________________________________ TEACHING PHILOSOPHY & TURORING STYLE: 1. I believe that tutoring requires individualizing tutoring sessions, guiding with patience, and establishing a supportive environment in which to encourage and challenge. 2. I believe that the trajectory for achieving academic goals entails one's own motivation, initiative, and determination, together with strategic mentoring...

I graduated from University of California Davis with a BS in Neurobiology, Physiology and Behavior. I am currently attending medical school in Virginia. I enjoy tutoring and have been doing it in an official capacity for approximately 2 years. ... It is important not only to teach information to student, but to teach them the tools to problem solve and learn on their own.... In a first session it is important to discuss the subject and...

...PhD in that subject. My school background is rough since I was born with a hearing disability. I was not the best academically, but I was involved in soccer. This hardship increased due to procrastination. Procrastination is a nasty habit that haunts everyone. That is more reason why I should tutor others. I have a deeper understanding why students struggle in their subjects. I know where the roadblocks are and how to overcome them. I...

...Rochester (CHE B.S.) and the University of Michigan (NERS M.S.E). During my time at these institutions I was a teaching assistant for a variety of chemical engineering courses as well as an active tutor for Tau Beta Pi, which is an engineering honor society. My primary tutoring experience has mainly been with entry level college students in the fields of science, math, and engineering. I am a firm proponent of learning and understanding the mechanisms...

...VA where I received my Bachelor's degree. During my time in school I had the opportunity to study and complete Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Statistics, and Anatomy&Physiology classes. During that time I provided tutoring sessions locally in Harrisonburg as well as overseas during the summer. I try to make learning these subjects as low stress as possible by implementing the learning strategies recognized in literature (some books include 'Make It Stick', 'Ultralearning', & 'Peak'). The truth...

...only to find their strengths, but also their weaknesses and give them the skills to overcome those challenges through attainable milestones. I have fostered and tutored three nieces into advanced programs and honor rolls in their schools through my method of engaging their skills with real world applications, and showing them how all of these skills are used in our society in various ways. This provides motivation and purpose and takes the subject from one...

I am a Neuroscience major but tutor in many different subjects. Science is where my heart is at though :) Lets get that A+!

My name is Aprill and I would love to be your tutor. I have over 10 years of teaching experience and I absolutely love to break down Chemistry to the basics. Too many people are afraid of Chemistry and my goal is to make Chemistry a people-friendly experience. Contact me and you will learn what you need to know.... The glass is half-full. If someone doesn't understand the subject matter, you give them a people-friendly version...

...at Cherry Bekaert and I'm finishing my bachelors in accounting this December. I've been in the business of education since I was in 6th grade and finally started getting paid for it nearly 3 years ago. I'm big on empowerment and not making short term fixes but instead long term fixes so that on test day you won't need me. I'm super excited to be getting the chance to work with as many of you...

I have not only a passion for learning, but I have a passion for teaching others as well. I am especially interested in science and math as they are the main two subjects that drive the world forward and give us new technologies that may some day change the world.

...am currently pursing a Bachelor of Science in Bioinformatics with a concentration in biological and genomic sciences. I am also pursing minors in Biology, Chemistry, and Statistics. I have previous experience working as a supplemental instructor in the areas of Biology and Genetics and have extensive training in active learning techniques. My tutoring style employs visual aids and engaging activities to help my students grasp concepts quicker and have long-term recall. One of my primary...

It is my goal to share what I have upstairs with anyone who could benefit from it. I've enjoyed math most of my life and, over the years, I would like to think that I have been able to share that enjoyment with many of my students.

...Phoenix and Hampton University. I received my PhD in Nursing with a focus in higher education. My dissertation focused on exploring factors which influenced nursing students retention With decades of Nursing Education and critical care experience, teaching, tutoring and mentoring nursing students is my passion. I am a Certified Nurse Educator, with extensive teaching and work experience in the areas of Adult Health Nursing, Pathophysiology, Pharmacology and Dosage Calculations. I especially am drawn to assisting...

...in the radiological protection field. On days I am off work, I have been a substitute teacher for Hampton School District and during evening hours I have been a tutor for Huntington Learning Center. I am particularly interested in tutoring mathematics from high school through college level. My goal in teaching is to empower students to become leaders and have successful careers. My philosophy to tutoring promotes critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, communication skills and...

...the student is motivated, and I have two main approaches to motivating my students. First, context- a topic isn't interesting or important 'just because', we have to discover how it's related to our whole world and especially to things the student already knows they care about. Second, getting to know the student- everyone has unique talents, tendencies, and goals. There is an area of overlap between each school subject (even standardized tests, which require critical...

...or Spanish, I am the tutor for you! I have successfully tutored an array of students that struggled in these areas. I believe that you have the capability of succeeding in all that you do, and I strongly believe that learning should be fun! I most recently received my Masters degree in Medical Science, and prior to that I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology while double minoring in Spanish and Leadership Studies....

...dental care eludes people who have no means of acquiring it. During my undergraduate studies, Samaritan Ministries afforded me opportunities to volunteer throughout my. The ministry operates a shelter which provides dinner, showers, spiritual uplifting, some medical care, and breakfast for homeless men in Winston Salem, NC. With each opportunity, a genuine sense of reward was felt with each sound of laughter and every glimmer of hope seen while fellowshipping. Concerns grew, however, in just...

...undergraduate student at the University of Virginia. I am a Spanish major with a pre-med track. I recently took my MCAT and have taken lots of other standardized tests like SAT, ACT and AP tests. In middle school and high school, I have always excelled in rigorous classes and received A's in all of them. Although it was difficult adjusting to college in the first year of college, I learned how to tailor my learning...

...helped with my project management; and many skills I now have as a PM, I wish I had as a teacher. My strength is understanding that students learn differently, and often need things explained in various ways before fully understanding the concept or process. I am able to work with a student to discover what they need to move forward. My job is to tailor my knowledge and presentation to best match that student's needs.

Fourth year medical student. I majored in biochemistry and economics at the University of Virginia. I enjoy running, reading, and watching movies. I listen to a few podcasts and like to learn about new things. I enjoy teaching and have taught for many years.