Award-Winning High School Chemistry Tutors serving Duke University, NC

...most influential moments of my own education occurred during my professors' office hours during undergraduate and graduate schools. As a secondary science teacher, I find it difficult to provide students (in large classes with hectic schedules) with vital on-on-one instruction. I am grateful for the opportunity to provide students of any age the important experience...

...University of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria DEGREES: 1. PhD - Medicinal Chemistry - Toledo (1995) 2. M.S. - Medicinal Chemistry - Toledo (1992) 3. M.S. - Pharmaceutical Chemistry - Ahmadu Bello, Nigeria (1986) 4. B.S. - Chemistry - University of Lagos, Nigeria (1981) SUBJECTS TUTORED 1. Organic Chemistry 2. General Chemistry 3. Biochemistry 4. Pharmacology 5....

...in the eastern part of the state. I worked in high school classrooms teaching subjects from Algebra I through Pre-Calc or Math I through Functions and Modeling in the NC Common Core curriculum. I am no stranger to tutoring! Outside of my teaching experience, I worked for several years at ECU as a lead tutor...

...or beginning level chemistry course. I am a well published writer, musician, and artist. I spend my time writing (of course), practicing guitar, and sketching as well as socializing with friends and family. If you need a tutor who will be patient, courteous, creative, and thorough, look no further! Contact me today.

...as a teaching assistant. My favorite subject to tutor is biology since I am able to draw on my research experience and provide more in-depth knowledge on the topic. In the fall, I will be matriculating at Duke University. I am excited to start work on my Master's in Biomedical Engineering. Outside of academia, I...

...understanding of the basic, yet fundamental, material before attempting to learn more advanced concepts. As a tutor, I am dedicated to facilitating the student's transition to subject mastery. I am an undergraduate student at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, majoring in Chemistry with minors in Creative Writing and Health and Society. After...

...addition to working with college aged students, I have experience teaching science to elementary aged children. For two years, I designed science experiments and brought them to a Mary Scroggs elementary school in Chapel Hill to teach children science through a program called UNC Science Days. I like to use all sorts of tools to...

...semesters and I have been a TA for anatomy and physiology for three semesters (two of those as lead TA). While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I greatly enjoy tutoring standardized test prep and chemistry (general, organic, analytical, biochem) as well as biology (cell bio and genetics). I scored in the 98th percentile...

...my favorite to teach since I have tutored it the longest. I tutor in an ask and answer style, using constructive and building questions to guide a student to understanding the problem instead of directly telling them how to solve it. Outside of academia, I love animals, playing and watching sports, and hiking.

...energetic Masters graduate in chemistry. In addition to chemistry, I have experience writing standardized science questions using NGSS standards for grade bands 5-12th. As my favorite chemistry professor told me "chemistry is not a spectators sport." My tutoring style is hands-on, and I try to use as many observable, and relatable examples as possible.

...opportunity. All students can learn, just not at the same rate and or time frame. Tutoring, to me, is the single most important contributor to student success in academics, especially in STEM subject areas. Joining Varsity Tutors is an opportunity for me to make that contribution in the form of tutoring, mentoring or modeling academic...

...with younger girls in STEM. Women are vastly underrepresented in STEM, and it is a goal of mine to succeed in STEM, as well as help other women succeed too! However, I am open to tutoring anyone who needs help because STEM can be difficult for everyone! I have a uniquely diverse background in tutoring...

...all my life. I have taught and coached swimming, Boy Scout skills, classes and small groups in church, college classes, and enrichment classes for home schoolers. I like tutoring one to one because of the flexibility it allows me to have in tailoring the tutoring to the individual needs of the student.

...their mind learns best and how to bring their interests and imagination into each session. I personally practice yoga and a form of dance meditation called 5 Rhythms. I am a former Creative Writing teacher and taught at Miami Arts Charter School and used movement and meditation in my self-written Creative Writing Curriculum. I also...

I am an undergraduate majoring in Quantitative Biology. I am enthusiastic about STEM, and hope to inspire you to be! In my free time, I enjoy danzan ryu jujitsu, trick training my dog and knitting with my cat. I use she/her pronouns.

...I believe that every student has the capability to excel in academics but that not every student learns in the same way. As a tutor, it is my objectives to assess each student in order to determine the learning style in which he/she is best able to prosper and to tailor my instruction to the...

I am a rising M1 ready to share my skills as both a learner and educator. In my spare time I enjoy reading, art, dance, and binge watching. I look forward to working with your child!

...TA in the Duke Mathematics Department, I learned to help calculus students think through complex problems and develop critical thinking strategies. My own experience studying for the MCAT taught me the principles of developing a study schedule and planning for a successful test. These experiences will enable me to help students achieve their goals, both...

...BS in Biology (Magna Cum Laude) then completed graduate school and received two masters degrees (Summa Cum Laude). I am very solid on many subjects including ALL of the biological sciences, social sciences, and many business courses. I am also very confident in my abilities to assist students with their study habits and help them...

...one really needs is an encouraging and patient support system to succeed. I also believe that having a good education is the foundation for a very successful life and future. I look forward to doing my absolute best in helping others achieve their fullest potential in the academic world! Outside of learning, I love to...