Award-Winning Genetics Tutors serving Portland, OR

...Yale University conducing research in genetics/neuroscience. Throughout the years I have had many opportunities to interact with and train students. Specifically, as a graduate student I have had experience as a teaching assistant for general biology and advanced genetics lab courses, and have also tutored high school students in AP chemistry. Hopefully as a tutor for VT I can make STEM courses more approachable and rewarding for high school and undergraduate students.

...a successful career as a chiropractor but crave further fulfillment. The most rewarding part of my job is knowing that I can teach people about their health. Although I have a vast knowledge base, my appetite for knowledge lies with biological sciences. The way our bodies and the world around us functions is astonishing and I can't seem to get enough of knowing about it. Many see science as boring and difficult to understand, but...

I love getting others interested in science and helping students reach their potential. I am very motivated to help others reach their academic goals. I am currently a master's student studying Immunology, but I have a background in general biology and chemistry, too, with a heavy emphasis on molecular biology and genetics.

...Loyola University Chicago with a 4.0 GPA. I am very passionate about Chemistry, Biology, and Science but I also tutor in other fields. I have experience helping students of many different ages in stem and non-stem fields. I like to figure out how you learn best and then go from there to ensure you learn and understand materials in the way that works best for you! I love playing soccer, running, reading, and traveling in...

...instill and practice overarching values with my campers to a daycare volunteer where I assisted young students in everyday homework. I have also worked closely with fellow college students as a mentor. I am happy to work with elementary school to college students in subjects like biology, psychology, English and writing. Regarding my education, I am a graduate from The Taft School in Watertown, CT and am currently a junior at Tufts University. I am...

...much pressure to perform well on standardized tests. We cram with flashcards, pull all nighters, and even sacrifice our social time to prove to the world that we retained what we learned that year. But are we *actually* learning? My goal as a tutor is to make your studies enjoyable. I love to use visual and real world examples to help you grasp difficult concepts. At the end of our sessions, it is my mission...

...community paramedicine. My favorite part though is teaching! I have taught over 300 students whom have gone on to be successful EMTs, Paramedics, Fire Fighters, Army Medics, PAs, Drs, and even one Yellowstone EMT Fire Jumper! I will be able to help you understand the most basic concepts to the most complicated calculations in a manner which works best for you! I pride myself in being able to think outside of traditional tutoring/lecturing styles to...

I love learning new things each day. I also am a huge outdoorsman and love water sports. I even love to cook and found a passion in the kitchen. I have a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science and Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies. I am currently getting an MBA in Healthcare Management.

...carried out in our bodies every day. I worked very hard in school and my grade point average was in the top 1% of my graduating class. When I entered college, I decided to get two bachelor's degrees in order to give me thorough training. My first degree was in biology and my second was in medical technology. I worked as a medical technologist at Stamford Hospital for three years but then I wanted to...

...to teach and have a great passion for sharing my knowledge with others! I am most passionate about math and hard sciences, such as biology, chemistry, and physics and have most experience tutoring middle school, high school, and college students. My mission is to develop students' problem-solving skills so that they can get to the answers on their own to not only improve their homework scores but also help on quizzes and tests through better...

...for three years at University of Connecticut Bachelor's of Science in Molecular Cell Biology and Sociology I can provide both structured tutoring, where I assign work in between sessions, and more free-form tutoring. I can tutor topics regarding medicine (including MCAT) or medical terminology as well topics in chemistry (high school/intro college chemistry and organic chemistry), biology (high school/college), and statistics (AP statistics specificaly). I joined Varsity Tutors to give students an easy resource to...

...it allows me to impact the next generation positively. In my classroom, I strive to create an engaging environment where all students feel heard and valued. My approach involves interactive discussions and tailored feedback, which helps students develop their critical thinking and express their ideas confidently. I enjoy adapting to the diverse needs of each student, making learning both enjoyable and effective. Joining Varsity Tutors is a thrilling opportunity for me to continue inspiring students...

...I have always had an interest in teaching. I started as a general chemistry TA, supporting students during problem solving sessions. Then, I helped teach our genetics lecture course, coordinating individual and group tutoring sessions that guided students in content application. This position transformed into a leadership role, organizing our teaching team while spearheading an initiative to train fellow teaching assistants in pedagogical techniques that I learned in a course I took on the art...

...a teenager that I'd make a great teacher, I decided being trapped in a room with more kids was not on my life agenda. I attended UCONN and graduated with a BS in Agriculture (CANR). I've done many jobs in my life (milking cows, counseling the unemployed, supervising summer work crews, guiding trail rides...) and, oddly enough, they all involved teaching in some way. Well, not the cows, but THEY taught ME a lot about...

...Sinai School of Medicine. I decided to start tutoring because it is the perfect opportunity for me to share my passion for science and gain valuable teaching experience. The two things that make me a great tutor are my deep understanding of biology and my ability to communicate complex concepts in ways that are easy to understand. My passion for science and education also makes my tutoring sessions a lot of fun for my students....

...Forensic Science, and Human Health. I aspire to convey to my students both my knowledge of biological sciences as well as my sense of wonder for the natural world. I am passionate about tutoring students and helping them succeed. I believe students learn best when engaged in processes that encourage creative thinking and innovative problem-solving. I am a graduate of Mount Holyoke College where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry with an interest...

I am a 2021 graduate of the University of Connecticut. My degree is in mechanical engineering with a biology minor. This fall, I will be attending Boston University to obtain my Ph.D. in mechanical engineering. I have experience tutoring students in mathematics, science, and standardized tests.

...of my favorite courses I took in college were history and math related. I have experience in tutoring biology, chemistry, pre-algebra, algebra, and pre-calculus at both the high school and college levels. I am extremely passionate about teaching because I found that, throughout my education, genuine teachers who truly wanted to help me learn and succeed were rare. I find that making connections and taking the time to truly get to know my students and...

...So, we followed the mantra Algebra is not magic, reminding the student in times when she faltered that she can think through a math problem. As long as she felt grounded enough to access her innate understanding of the world around us, she progressed. Later on, my extensive experience in the classroom as a Jumpstart Corps Member taught me to adapt my teaching style to each childs needs. While some learned better through mnemonics and...

I graduated with a bachelor's in Biology from UMass Amherst. I have been tutoring since freshmen year in college and helped students with their Biology, Chemistry, and Math classes. Along with tutoring, I work as a patient care technician in a hospital. I am passionate about medicine, baking, and learning new languages.