Award-Winning Chemistry Tutors in Richmond, VA

...student and teach her how to use a computer properly. I believe these various tutoring experiences have developed in me qualities needed to become a great tutor. I hope to be able to share my knowledge and also spend time learning with my students. One reason I believe tutoring is beneficial is that not only does it help the student, but I also get a chance to refresh and learn these concepts one more time....

...in Economics from the University of Virginia in 2013. I received a Certificate in Graduate Health Sciences from VCU School of Medicine. I will be attending VCU SOM as a medical student in Fall 2015. Currently I work for VCU and VCUHS when I am not tutoring. I have been tutoring in different capacities since 2005 and continue to do so because I really enjoy helping others understand how exciting learning can be.

...had research positions at the National Institutes of Health, the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and the University of Missouri, and have ten first author manuscripts in high-impact journals. I have taught at the university and community college level. In addition to Varsity Tutors, I am currently an adjunct professor of Biology at John Tyler Community College, teaching face-to-face courses as well as hybrid courses that are half virtual/online and half face-to-face in the...

...while at JMU took advanced courses in physical and quantum chemistry. I am extremely familiar with general chemistry, and tutored throughout my junior and senior with the JMU Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society. In addition, I have spent hours upon hours talking with other students in study sessions and professors at poster sessions and national research conferences. All of this means, I am very proficient in explaining chemistry and math to both beginners...

...always has one right answer, there are many different paths to get there. Just as we find our own groove to the music, we all must find our own math groove. As a teacher, I am their DJ as well as their instructor helping them to determine which genre of music speaks to them as well as introducing them to new material. My goal is for my students to be autonomous and be able to...

...and make learning fun to you. I have a BArch in Architecture and BA French from Rice University 2000 and a MS in Architecture from MIT 2004. I currently am a Doctoral Student of Physical Therapy at VCU, Class of 2020. I have previously been an Architect for 15+ years and I am a lifelong francophile who has lived in Paris, France for almost a year. I am also an avid NCAA men's and women's...

...to my educational experience, I have nearly five years of work experience in the biomedical field. My expertise lies in the life sciences and standardized testing. I have tutored the MCAT, SAT, ACT, and GRE. I understand the importance of attaining high scores on standardized exams, as these often can open up many great educational and professional opportunities. In my spare time I love to play basketball and travel. I truly enjoy reading about history...

...concentration in biochemistry and am currently taking basic human anatomy and organic chemistry II, which means I really enjoy learning and helping others understand the topic better. I've also taken honor's chemistry as well as Advanced Placement Chemistry, both of which were taught by an excellent teacher, Ms. Jacobs at Lakeland High School. Ms. Jacobs was one of the main people who sparked my interest in chemistry. The topics I am the greatest at teaching...

...necessary to be a great tutor. For the past three years, I have worked for a petroleum company where I am able to utilize the knowledge obtained during my undergraduate years. My goal is to help others succeed by providing students with the skills and knowledge that I used to get me where I am today. My tutoring methods have proven to be very successful with my students. I have multiple strategies that I use...

...Engineering at Virginia Commonwealth University (2015). I have a Bachelor's of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering, and am pursuing a Masters Degree in Business Administration from the VCU School of Business. I've been a mentor for the past four years and am very active in my method of tutoring. I have helped several students with official tests and homework assignments. My strengths are in Math and Science courses. I am also very proficient in Microsoft...

...I have always enjoyed learning new things, and I like to share my enthusiasm for learning with all my students. My teaching philosophy is to build a love for learning, in whatever subject(s) interest a student. Students learning should be enjoyable, and it should be the tutor's responsibility to facilitate an enjoyable, yet educational environment for a student. Students should be encouraged to express any questions that he or she may have about an academic...

...For a year and half, I worked as a peer tutor at my university. As part of a university club, I volunteered at local low-income pre-schools. I planned lessons that my club members and I used to teach pre-school classes. The topics included historical events and science. Working with preschoolers was interesting as you could see the curiosity in their eyes. These lessons gave them a spark, and the importance of this spark is evident...

...in subjects of math and science with algebra, calculus, physics and chemistry being my strongest subjects. While with students, my goal is to help them to come up with answer on their own. What I mean is that I will guide students through discussion, questions and examples without explicitly giving them the answers. This along with positive reinforcement is how I plan to help students learn the content and increase confidence. Outside of school, I...

...I throw a balled up soaking wet hundred dollar bill at them. I have tutored people of all age groups and disciplines, from 4th and 5th grade math in the Richmond school systems, to energy balances for middle aged men studying to be chemical engineers. I pride myself on finding the explanation that allows a person to understand the subject matter. My focus is general within chemistry and mathematics. I have worked one on one...

...to pursue a career as a physician. While I tutor a variety of subjects in addition to sections on Standardized Tests, I am most passionate about Biochemistry. It provides the basis for many advances in medicine and knowledge is applicable to personal anecdotes. I look forward to tutoring others because I have seen firsthand how catering to diverse learning styles translates well to motivated learners. I believe it is critical to seek guidance and employ...

...excel. My goal as a tutor is to not only make sure you catch up in a subject but that you get ahead. I've tutored many students throughout all grade levels including some of my friends in college and I want you to know that with me, you're academic success is in safe hands. When I am not tutoring I am either playing video games, watching anime or going to the gym. I spend as...

...I have been successfully tutoring in Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics for over 8 years, helping students from elementary school to college make great academic advancements. I am a highly motivated and energetic tutor who personalizes my tutoring style based on the learning style and personality of the student. I fully dedicate myself to the student by ensuring that they have confidence in completely understanding the concepts behind the material that is being reviewed. I am...

...working to become a licensed teacher. Over the past 6 years I have had the pleasure of working with students as young as 2nd grade, all the way up to the college level. I prefer the sciences (biology, chemistry, Earth science) and math (elementary to algebra II). When tutoring, I encourage my students arrive at the solution by continuously asking questions, rather than directly giving answers. I also enjoy the use of manipulatives to speak...

...to dental school in the near future. I worked as a tutor in the Academic Skills Center at the University of Richmond. I tutored Science and Mathematics to students, working directly with professors to ensure the consistency of the tutored material. I tutor a broad range of mathematics and science courses. However, I am most passionate about Biology. I believe that every student interested in science should know the basics of the complex biological systems...

...years. I began tutoring and teaching in college, where I also taught courses in Biology, and have since worked with students aged 5-12 with a program called Mad Science. I am currently a certified teacher, where I teach gifted children at the high school level. Over the past few years, I have tutored SOL prep in Biology, Math and Chemistry. In addition to my work with Varsity Tutors, I am also teaching Biology at a...