Award-Winning Chemistry Tutors in Alexandria, VA

...subjects all four years in college, specializing in all Sciences and Spanish. In my experience tutoring these subjects, my goal has always been to explain to my students why you get to your answers rather than how you get there. For each student I tutor, I do my best to tailor my planning and strategies based on each student because everyone's needs are different from one another. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling abroad,...

...Now I am leveraging these skills and experiences to help you understand the sciences and their applications in our everyday lives. With 30 years in the education industry, I have helped thousands of students to master economics, statistics, mathematics, econometrics, research, and other areas like decision sciences and biology. I am open to teaching middle school, high school, college, or university-level students. I would love to work with students at the university level with their...

...understand the topic rather than just memorize (which unfortunately is how most public schools work). I approach teaching from the perspective that my students should learn not just what to think, but how to think. This way, they can apply their knowledge to any problem and actually retain what they've learned. When I'm not tutoring, I enjoy watching TV (who doesn't?) as well as cooking. I also enjoy swimming, hiking, and exercising in general. I'm...

...positive teaching reviews at all levels. My field and research experience helps me relate the textbook learning to the real world. I increase the interest of students by keeping a light atmosphere and engaging them so they have an active role in the learning. I feel this is important to raise the students' interest in the subject matter and make the learning more enjoyable. Having taught a wide range of courses from classroom Geology to...

...have been involved with education and outreach activities for over 15 years. Throughout high school I tutored and taught middle school students through a program that aimed to prepare these potential first generation college students to succeed in their high schools' college prep coursework. I continued teaching during college and graduate school where I was a teaching assistant for several undergraduate Physics courses and a lab instructor for an introductory Earth Science course. Nowadays, when...

My ultimate goal as a teacher in the classroom is to spark a pursuit of knowledge in the child, so they can they can learn as they grow into whoever they chose to be. My students will have the freedom to fully express themselves and develop the attitude of creative and critical thinking.

...for these exams in the past, I have gained experience when it comes to working under pressure and have now developed several test-taking strategies. Due to my medical background, I also have extensive knowledge when it comes to basic sciences such as Chemistry, Physics, and Biology. At the same time, my main goal continues to be to spread my knowledge to others, which is why I spend my free time tutoring fellow students.... I will listen...

...in a way that math make sense. Philosophically the concept of learning mathematics is not merely going through series of formulas and manipulations but is a meaningful subject that completely make sense. Most often students have issues with remembering different prerequisites with the subjects at hand. Working with each student individually to deal with those issues will help remedy to break the barriers going forward. So there are these gapes that are the main source...

...with Varsity Tutors as I absolutely love working with children, especially in a teaching capacity. I enjoy the challenge of working through a topic with a student, thinking of all the possible ways to approach a problem or explain a concept, until finally I find one that clicks with them and their learning style, and then seeing the look of pride and accomplishment as they understand the question and can answer it.

...as well as Justice & Peace Studies. I was 4th in my graduating class from high school with a 4.11 GPA and numerous AP credits. My favorite subjects to tutor are Math and English. During college I worked with non-profit organizations, including a literacy tutoring program, and was on the Mock Trial Team. I'll be attending Georgetown Law in the fall of 2018. In my free time, I like to read, horseback writing, and go...

...a fourth year medical student at the University of Maryland. I've always loved to teach. I think one of the most exciting things about learning is to be able to pass it on to others. It is also one of the main reasons I have a passion for becoming a doctor. I went to University of Maryland, College Park for college and majored in English and Biology, my two favorite subjects. I also minored in...

...grade, as well as middle school and high school math. I graduated from James Madison University where I received my Master's Degree in elementary education. When I finished school I continued to take classes and also became certified in special education birth-12th grade and added an extension for middle and high school math. I love teaching and being able to watch my students learn and grow. Along with my experience teaching I also began tutoring...

...a great teacher in every aspect of my life. I have had three years of experience helping hundreds of students discover a passion for learning and look forward to possibly helping you or your loved one discover why this quote is so accurate. With my background in Chemistry, IB Chemistry, and MYP chemistry as well as my Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry I can guarantee that I will most definitely be able to help with any...

I am a licensed secondary teacher with a Bachelor's degree in Biology and a Master's degree in Education. I have taught all levels of high school Biology, including AP, for the past 7 years. I know Biology can be a difficult subject but I love breaking it down into easier concepts and connecting it to the real world through stories and examples.

I enjoy teaching students at all grade levels primarily in the fields of math, science, statistics and engineering. I have a Bachelor's in Psychology and a Master's in Homeland Security and Safety Engineering. I have completed coursework in my PhD in Business Management and Information Technology. My interests include aircraft systems engineering, global intelligence studies, history and engineering. I look forward to working with your students.

...Whether it was in group study sessions or one-on-one, I was always eager to help my peers. At my former university, the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, I tutored students who needed assistance with Molecular Genetics and Principles of Chemistry. I am most passionate about Math and Science. I am also interested in helping students prepare for Standardized Tests, particularly the SAT. In my high school, we learned to strive for excellence, and success will...

I am a recent graduate from Virginia Tech, where I majored in Mechanical Engineering. I was part of a couple of research teams and learned the best way to learn is to dive into the subject head on to learn weaknesses and work on them.

...been an empathetic, patient person and love figuring out the best way that each person learns. Everyone is different, and so a different strategy is needed for each person. I am also a segway tour guide, and while teaching my guests how to ride a segway I have learned that I am not afraid to take the time to learn the best approach for each student. In fact, I relish in it. Looking forward to...

...students learn to read, write, and speak Telugu. Recently, I taught a group of elementary and middle school students the basics of Java (a programming language). While I am open to tutoring a wide range of subjects, I am most passionate about computer science, math, and economics. Through tutoring, and being tutored myself, I have learned that enthusiasm, patience, time management, and relatability are some of the most important qualities of a successful tutoring session....

...a book, read an article, or watch a Do It Yourself (DIY) video, I access an unlimited potential of new knowledge. As a tutor, I invite my students to unlock this same potential in whatever subject we are exploring. I break down what may seem like complex ideas into small components that make it easier to digest, and then bring it all together. My goal is to help you build confidence in learning new things...