My students, peers, and colleagues describe me as dedicated, enthusiastic, approachable, resourceful, organized, innovative and knowledgeable teacher with a keen attitude and strong motivation for helping students.For me, two key aspects of teaching are: understanding how individuals learn and relating to the student's established knowledge base in order to build upon it. By providing tangible, real-life, everyday examples, the learning process is accessible for any student in any field. I teach by encouraging independent thinking and analytical reasoning to support problem solving skills - as apposed to simply memorizing material just to pass a test. I prompt students with leading question at every stage: how would you being?...why?..how?...what next?Confidence is built through achievement, and I believe that nothing prepares a student for success like getting the student to realize he or she can independently overcome large challenges by building his or confidence through smaller successes. The idea is to get a student to think logically through problems by providing guiding hints and baby steps, building on what they know, and leading them to the answer.I believe my role as a teacher is that of a leader where you have to show the path, motivate, encourage, and lead by example.

As a tutor, I am a well of diversity; academically, as an experienced educator from two distinct educational systems first with the British system back in Ghana and presently American system, I come with innovative and fresh approach to learning which will be of a great value to share with my tutees. Besides, I come from humble beginnings, which helped mold me into a steadfast, goal oriented and highly adaptive without losing my identity. These qualities fostered a driving force that saw me through GED, college, Post baccalaureate and currently medical school. My life purpose is that of labor of love, to give back to communities that are in dire need for affordable healthcare and health education. It was this passion that made me become an ambassador for Mentoring in Medicines Community health program where I was able to partner up with equally passionate health care providers to educate impoverished communities about safer healthier lifestyle. I strongly believe when it comes to health; Preventive measures are always a better alternative health care we can offer ourselves.As an AmeriCorps National Service alumni, I had the unique opportunity to provide health education on a broader scale to varying communities. I was able to combine my love for teaching and medicine to engineer emergency relief campaigns to provide immediate aid to victims of hurricanes. I also had the single honor to work with Project Reach Youths high school students who were mostly from battered homes. Once again, my past experience with abuse and openness to share made me a trusting companion for my students to open up to and so I was able to break barriers and was able to help them academically as well as emotionally.Nothing happens by accident as far as I am concerned.I am woman with a life purpose driven by love, compassion, optimism, patience and determination. I learnt from my experiences that it takes more than smarts and desire to venture into any academic path. I have endured countless rejections, setbacks, disappointments but I have also met great pioneers and motivators who have urged me to push forward. I am also honored to report that I am trendsetter in my family; The first to earn a Bachelors degree and also the very first of my entire family to receive any graduate level education let alone a medical profession. Now, we have two college graduates in my immediate family; my younger brother and me.In summary, my vision in life is very simple; to inspire hope in hopeless situations and I ultimately want to be that positive change I want to see in this world. Hopefully, do it with some class, humor and dignity.

I am a qualified and experienced chemistry, mathematics and French tutor. I look forward to working with you and helping you achieve your goals!

I'm not shy, but if you are it's ok I once was too. I'm a student of the mind and so all of my teachings will be tailored toward each individual or group traits that day. It's ok to fail, but don't allow yourself to quit. Learning is hard sometimes because everyone's brain understands things in a different way. But those differences, when explored, can make learning fun and make complex topics easier to understand. I'm not the old guy who loves hearing his own voice and likes to stand; so I don't lecture. I like to keep teaching/learning process fun, interactive, and creative because no one likes to be bored and confused. So involvement is key!

I am an M.D., M.S, having graduated from New York Medical College with my Medical Degree and from Tulane University with my Master of Science in Clinical Research Methods. I received my Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from the University of South Florida. While I am able to tutor a broad range of subjects in both math and science, I am most passionate about teaching any of the medical sciences (anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, internal medicine, pediatric medicine, etc.), research and research-related subjects (epidemiology, statistics, etc.), and biological sciences at all educational levels. I also feel confident in my abilities to teach math and science, as it relates to standardized test preparation (USMLE, MCAT, ACT, and SAT).Throughout my own academic career, I have found that I am particularly adept at teaching others of all ages and educational levels. For example, as a medical student, I was often required to educate fellow medical students, pre-medical students, resident and attending physicians, nurses, and the remainder of the healthcare team about patients, medical conditions, journal articles, etc. Teaching and informing these individuals, who all had differing levels of education, at the same time was tricky, but I found that I was able to tailor my teaching to the entire audience, so as to ensure that everyone understood what was being discussed. This is both my teaching philosophy and tutoring style. No one teaching style works best for everyone, and I pride myself on ensuring that every tutoring session will be conducted in a manner which best helps each particular student grasp the topics being discussed.Outside of academia, I enjoy playing my guitar, listening to all types of music, reading, watching movies and TV shows, playing organized sports, and watching sports, in particular the glorious sport of ice hockey. Go Bolts!

Just graduated from the University of Arkansas with my B.S. in kinesiology and a minor in spanish.I am now attending medical school at KUMC.I enjoy exercise, current events/following the news, investing, spending time outdoors, and going out with friends

I blankly stared at the black and white CT-scan at the front of the classroom. I think the brain is slightly clotted on the "Misha, come up to the board." Oh darn, I thought to myself. If there was any class I absolutely feared during the University of Pittsburgh Health Care Scholars Academy (UPHCSA), it was neuroscience. On the day our classes were assigned, I remember clasping my hands together, closing my eyes, praying, anything but neuro, anything but neuro. Little did I know that neurosurgery would become one of the subjects I love to teach.Tutoring gives me a myriad of opportunities to further my own science education. In high school, I took every opportunity to extend my knowledge beyond classroom lectures, from the national Verizon App Challenge to witnessing awe-inspiring open-heart surgeries. With the knowledge and information that I gained, at Upper St. Clair High School, I tutored at the Success Tutor Center, enlightening other students about what I learned as an inquisitive individual.More than a desire for a challenge by attending student's needs and to share my knowledge with others, tutoring fulfills my need for meeting new people, and learning about different types of people in the world.My love of science is only part of me. I am an international being. As much as I adore my background, I enjoy international environments. Six years of practicing martial arts earned me a black belt and knowledge of Korean traditions. Stemming from high school experiences at Model United Nations and Model European Union, I'm excited to get involved with University of Michigan's Model United Nations (MUNUM). I can't wait to accompany the university's TAAL dance team members as they take the stage and sweep trophies.Motivated to venture the unknown and solve meaningful challenges with students at Varsity Tutors, I am most excited to interact with individuals just as curious and determined as I am. As a tutor I am able to fully develop my many interests, fusing all the pieces of me into a well-rounded, well-educated scientist and help them do the same.

I am a senior at George Washington University, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a double minor in Human Anatomy and Public Health. I am on the pre-med track, and have taken all of the prerequisite courses. I am currently applying to medical schools and I hope to get my MD/MPH and become a primary care physician.I have tutored students as an undergraduate learning assistant in Organic Chemistry I and II for two semesters and will be tutoring students in the spring semester for Human Physiology. In addition to enjoying the physical sciences, I played the violin for eight years. I was a part of Annandale High School's Chamber Orchestra as a first violinist for two years, and was concert master for a month.In particular, I love tutoring Biology (including immunology and physiology), as I feel that the mechanisms and concepts behind how the body works are very interesting.When I tutor, I like to break down the learning process by starting off with focusing on the overall concept. Then, I like to fill in the details by using drawing, video/animations, discussion, and practice problems. Practice problems is a key part of how I tutor, as I feel that application is necessary to learn a concept properly.

My experience as a graduate TA has allowed me to obtain a lot of experience teaching General and Organic Chemistry. Each year I look forward to seeing the students do well in the course and often employ the use of metaphors, examples, and models in order to make chemistry less mysterious and ensure understanding of the material. My knowledge of the material allows me to explain the information simply yet adequately using basic principles. Students can then be led to build upon these basics to arrive at more complex conclusions. I genuinely enjoy teaching these subjects and enjoy seeing others learn it as well. I look forward to working with you and helping you achieve your goals.

I am currently an honor student at Augsburg University. I am majoring in English and Political Science and minoring in Spanish.I am particularly excited about tutoring students in English and reading. These are my favorite subjects and I would love to ignite a passion for these areas in other students as well.I have personal experience in tutoring for the ACT. I scored a 36 on both the reading and English portions of the ACT. I was also ranked in the top 5% of students who took the PSAT.Essay writing is another specialty of mine. I have qualified for the National Speech and Debate Association tournament and have helped students write speeches and essays, as well as helping them improve their public speaking skills.I believe in the importance of education. I want to prepare others to reach success in their lives in whatever career or school they go on to. I am willing to meet students at the skill level they're at and am excited to grow with them.

My students, peers, and colleagues describe me as dedicated, enthusiastic, approachable, resourceful, organized, innovative and knowledgeable teacher with a keen attitude and strong motivation for helping students.For me, two key aspects of teaching are: understanding how individuals learn and relating to the student's established knowledge base in order to build upon it. By providing tangible, real-life, everyday examples, the learning process is accessible for any student in any field. I teach by encouraging independent thinking and analytical reasoning to support problem solving skills - as apposed to simply memorizing material just to pass a test. I prompt students with leading question at every stage: how would you being?...why?..how?...what next?Confidence is built through achievement, and I believe that nothing prepares a student for success like getting the student to realize he or she can independently overcome large challenges by building his or confidence through smaller successes. The idea is to get a student to think logically through problems by providing guiding hints and baby steps, building on what they know, and leading them to the answer.I believe my role as a teacher is that of a leader where you have to show the path, motivate, encourage, and lead by example.

As a tutor, I am a well of diversity; academically, as an experienced educator from two distinct educational systems first with the British system back in Ghana and presently American system, I come with innovative and fresh approach to learning which will be of a great value to share with my tutees. Besides, I come from humble beginnings, which helped mold me into a steadfast, goal oriented and highly adaptive without losing my identity. These qualities fostered a driving force that saw me through GED, college, Post baccalaureate and currently medical school. My life purpose is that of labor of love, to give back to communities that are in dire need for affordable healthcare and health education. It was this passion that made me become an ambassador for Mentoring in Medicines Community health program where I was able to partner up with equally passionate health care providers to educate impoverished communities about safer healthier lifestyle. I strongly believe when it comes to health; Preventive measures are always a better alternative health care we can offer ourselves.As an AmeriCorps National Service alumni, I had the unique opportunity to provide health education on a broader scale to varying communities. I was able to combine my love for teaching and medicine to engineer emergency relief campaigns to provide immediate aid to victims of hurricanes. I also had the single honor to work with Project Reach Youths high school students who were mostly from battered homes. Once again, my past experience with abuse and openness to share made me a trusting companion for my students to open up to and so I was able to break barriers and was able to help them academically as well as emotionally.Nothing happens by accident as far as I am concerned.I am woman with a life purpose driven by love, compassion, optimism, patience and determination. I learnt from my experiences that it takes more than smarts and desire to venture into any academic path. I have endured countless rejections, setbacks, disappointments but I have also met great pioneers and motivators who have urged me to push forward. I am also honored to report that I am trendsetter in my family; The first to earn a Bachelors degree and also the very first of my entire family to receive any graduate level education let alone a medical profession. Now, we have two college graduates in my immediate family; my younger brother and me.In summary, my vision in life is very simple; to inspire hope in hopeless situations and I ultimately want to be that positive change I want to see in this world. Hopefully, do it with some class, humor and dignity.

I am a qualified and experienced chemistry, mathematics and French tutor. I look forward to working with you and helping you achieve your goals!

I'm not shy, but if you are it's ok I once was too. I'm a student of the mind and so all of my teachings will be tailored toward each individual or group traits that day. It's ok to fail, but don't allow yourself to quit. Learning is hard sometimes because everyone's brain understands things in a different way. But those differences, when explored, can make learning fun and make complex topics easier to understand. I'm not the old guy who loves hearing his own voice and likes to stand; so I don't lecture. I like to keep teaching/learning process fun, interactive, and creative because no one likes to be bored and confused. So involvement is key!

I am an M.D., M.S, having graduated from New York Medical College with my Medical Degree and from Tulane University with my Master of Science in Clinical Research Methods. I received my Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences from the University of South Florida. While I am able to tutor a broad range of subjects in both math and science, I am most passionate about teaching any of the medical sciences (anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, internal medicine, pediatric medicine, etc.), research and research-related subjects (epidemiology, statistics, etc.), and biological sciences at all educational levels. I also feel confident in my abilities to teach math and science, as it relates to standardized test preparation (USMLE, MCAT, ACT, and SAT).Throughout my own academic career, I have found that I am particularly adept at teaching others of all ages and educational levels. For example, as a medical student, I was often required to educate fellow medical students, pre-medical students, resident and attending physicians, nurses, and the remainder of the healthcare team about patients, medical conditions, journal articles, etc. Teaching and informing these individuals, who all had differing levels of education, at the same time was tricky, but I found that I was able to tailor my teaching to the entire audience, so as to ensure that everyone understood what was being discussed. This is both my teaching philosophy and tutoring style. No one teaching style works best for everyone, and I pride myself on ensuring that every tutoring session will be conducted in a manner which best helps each particular student grasp the topics being discussed.Outside of academia, I enjoy playing my guitar, listening to all types of music, reading, watching movies and TV shows, playing organized sports, and watching sports, in particular the glorious sport of ice hockey. Go Bolts!

Just graduated from the University of Arkansas with my B.S. in kinesiology and a minor in spanish.I am now attending medical school at KUMC.I enjoy exercise, current events/following the news, investing, spending time outdoors, and going out with friends

I blankly stared at the black and white CT-scan at the front of the classroom. I think the brain is slightly clotted on the "Misha, come up to the board." Oh darn, I thought to myself. If there was any class I absolutely feared during the University of Pittsburgh Health Care Scholars Academy (UPHCSA), it was neuroscience. On the day our classes were assigned, I remember clasping my hands together, closing my eyes, praying, anything but neuro, anything but neuro. Little did I know that neurosurgery would become one of the subjects I love to teach.Tutoring gives me a myriad of opportunities to further my own science education. In high school, I took every opportunity to extend my knowledge beyond classroom lectures, from the national Verizon App Challenge to witnessing awe-inspiring open-heart surgeries. With the knowledge and information that I gained, at Upper St. Clair High School, I tutored at the Success Tutor Center, enlightening other students about what I learned as an inquisitive individual.More than a desire for a challenge by attending student's needs and to share my knowledge with others, tutoring fulfills my need for meeting new people, and learning about different types of people in the world.My love of science is only part of me. I am an international being. As much as I adore my background, I enjoy international environments. Six years of practicing martial arts earned me a black belt and knowledge of Korean traditions. Stemming from high school experiences at Model United Nations and Model European Union, I'm excited to get involved with University of Michigan's Model United Nations (MUNUM). I can't wait to accompany the university's TAAL dance team members as they take the stage and sweep trophies.Motivated to venture the unknown and solve meaningful challenges with students at Varsity Tutors, I am most excited to interact with individuals just as curious and determined as I am. As a tutor I am able to fully develop my many interests, fusing all the pieces of me into a well-rounded, well-educated scientist and help them do the same.

I am a senior at George Washington University, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology with a double minor in Human Anatomy and Public Health. I am on the pre-med track, and have taken all of the prerequisite courses. I am currently applying to medical schools and I hope to get my MD/MPH and become a primary care physician.I have tutored students as an undergraduate learning assistant in Organic Chemistry I and II for two semesters and will be tutoring students in the spring semester for Human Physiology. In addition to enjoying the physical sciences, I played the violin for eight years. I was a part of Annandale High School's Chamber Orchestra as a first violinist for two years, and was concert master for a month.In particular, I love tutoring Biology (including immunology and physiology), as I feel that the mechanisms and concepts behind how the body works are very interesting.When I tutor, I like to break down the learning process by starting off with focusing on the overall concept. Then, I like to fill in the details by using drawing, video/animations, discussion, and practice problems. Practice problems is a key part of how I tutor, as I feel that application is necessary to learn a concept properly.

My experience as a graduate TA has allowed me to obtain a lot of experience teaching General and Organic Chemistry. Each year I look forward to seeing the students do well in the course and often employ the use of metaphors, examples, and models in order to make chemistry less mysterious and ensure understanding of the material. My knowledge of the material allows me to explain the information simply yet adequately using basic principles. Students can then be led to build upon these basics to arrive at more complex conclusions. I genuinely enjoy teaching these subjects and enjoy seeing others learn it as well. I look forward to working with you and helping you achieve your goals.

I am currently an honor student at Augsburg University. I am majoring in English and Political Science and minoring in Spanish.I am particularly excited about tutoring students in English and reading. These are my favorite subjects and I would love to ignite a passion for these areas in other students as well.I have personal experience in tutoring for the ACT. I scored a 36 on both the reading and English portions of the ACT. I was also ranked in the top 5% of students who took the PSAT.Essay writing is another specialty of mine. I have qualified for the National Speech and Debate Association tournament and have helped students write speeches and essays, as well as helping them improve their public speaking skills.I believe in the importance of education. I want to prepare others to reach success in their lives in whatever career or school they go on to. I am willing to meet students at the skill level they're at and am excited to grow with them.