Thomas NolandScience has always been a passion for me. I was lucky enough to have a high school teacher whoallowed me to get extra credit points by turning in science collections, otherwise I may not have beenable to pass science because reading and math were a struggle for me. With my teacher's help, I startedcollecting insects and pressing plants, improved my grades, and eventually became the president of ourhigh school science club.After high school I went to the University of Washington in Seattle to study zoology and entomology,focusing on beetles returning to the pumice plains of Mt. St. Helens after the May 18, 1980, eruption. Ialso revisited my high school to volunteer as teacher's assistant for that same science teacher. Aftergraduating with a B.S. in zoology from the University of Washington in 1989, I worked for theDepartment of Agriculture on the Asian gypsy moth program. These invasive moths became a concernafter the opening of the Soviet Union, allowing ports to begin shipping to the West Coast. As a fieldsupervisor I was in charge of training field crews and setting up pheromone traps for the moths.In 2003, I went back to school to complete a professional certification program in wetland science andmanagement. This allowed me to work for a nonprofit doing wetland and salmon stream restorationand teaching classes about stream and riparian ecology to students and adults. During this time I alsohelped students with their senior projects and provided letters of support to their potential colleges anduniversities.Being interested in helping feral and stray cats, I later worked for a nonprofit no-kill cat shelter, where Ihelped care for more than 200 cats. This led me to get back to school again, and I earned an AAS inveterinary technology in 2017 and obtained my licensed veterinary technician (LVT) credentials. Iworked in a private clinic as an LVT until 2019. When Covid-19 hit, I started working from home andhave been writing and photographing for an online magazine called Salish, covering topics such aslichens, red alder trees, ice age animals, seaweeds, and spiders.Over the years I've had the pleasure of giving many presentations about topics such as shrub-steppedesert life, wetlands, the Hawaiian islands, amphibians, aquatic insects, and beneficial garden insects toaudiences of all ages. I've developed my own PowerPoint presentations and often use props andinteractive activities to engage audiences. In addition, I've led many outdoor field trips focusing onnative plant identification and wildlife. I'm fortunate to keep in touch with professionals in arachnology,entomology, lichenology, and botany, and I have a library of dozens of books on plants, animals, andecology. These resources and my ability to do solid, fact-based research online help me keep up to dateon my science information.I would be honored to help you or your family members learn about and enjoy the natural world aroundyou, as well as supporting students in your educational journeys.

Hi! I'm a current 3nd year in medical school that is interested in pursing psychiatry (so hard to decide!). Before going to medical school, I obtained my MSBS. I graduated undergrad with a degree in biology. I have ample experience with medical school core, sciences, math, writing, and the humanities. My philosophy in teaching is that a student is capable of learning anything--it is a matter of finding a way that helps YOU learn. It is my goal to help you succeed!

I am a graduate of The University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Biology (Neurobiology concentration), a Bachelor of Science in Economics (Healthcare Management and Policy concentration), and a Master's in Biology. Throughout my undergraduate, I have loved tutoring college and high school students in Math, English, Physics, and Biology. I have also volunteered as an ESL instructor. As a medical school applicant, I have taken numerous standardized tests, and I love helping students figure out strategies that work best for their learning! In my spare time, I enjoy teaching kickboxing, dancing, and baking.

I am a lover of all things STEM. I believe in helping students help themselves. I have a lot of experience working with students as young as 4th grade all the way up to high school and college. STEM is more than just knowledge, it is practical skills that we all use everyday.

After graduating in 2011 from the City College of New York, I worked as a consultant for Dr. Dewey who then recruited me from Brookhaven National Lab to the Feinstein institutes for Medical Research. That year, I entered the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, and joined the inaugural class as one of three PhD students of the new medical school.My dissertation project interrogated pre-clinical sex differences in the metabolic neural patterns associated with opioid pain management using18-fludeoxyglucose (18FDG) and micro positron emission tomography (MicroPET). I was able to show that distinct metabolic patterns of pain were sex-specific, and confirmed that an animal model could be useful in revealing distinct metabolic indicators of opioid withdrawal and improve the efficacy of therapeutic intervention.As a Research Scientist at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, I oversee operations of the MicroPET imaging facility as part of the Center for Neurosciences. I have recentl studies include studies of the extracellular cold-inducible RNA-binding protein, (CIRP-/-) and wild type (WT) mice, before and after exposure to binge-alcohol levels. By quantifying glucose metabolism with 18FDG and MicroPET, and using brain-mapping analysis of the imaging data, we can determine if CIRP plays a role in alcohol-induced cognitive impairment. I have served as mentor to many undergraduate and some high school students, and very much enjoy sharing my knowledge base with those that enjoy science.

Hello, I am Mrs. Michelle Valenca, and I am passionate about nurturing a love for science in my students. With a Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology and a Master of Arts in Secondary Education from the University of Rhode Island, I bring over 20 years of teaching experience to the table. My approach centers on creating fun, engaging lessons that resonate with students of all ages, from struggling readers to adult learners. I specialize in tutoring a range of subjects, including biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics, and have successfully helped students improve their PSAT and SAT scores over the past decade. I find great joy in guiding aspiring teachers through the FTCE and preparing future military personnel for the ASVAB. My goal is to empower each student to achieve their personal best, and I look forward to supporting your academic journey.

I am a Dentist and I am a former graduate of The Pennsylvania State University. I have a DMD (Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry) Degree and I received my Bachelor of Science in Biobehavioral Health from Penn State. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about any science, reading/writing/spelling, English, literature, and math. I have previously tutored college level physiology and elementary writing/reading. In my experience helping students prepare for exams, I am skilled at adapting the lessons to each student's specific style of learning. Every student learns differently, and I am willing to change my teaching style to promote individual success. Lastly, in my spare time, I enjoy traveling, sports, and going to the beach. I am eager to help as many students learn as I can.

In May 2021 I will graduate from Eckerd College with a B.S. in Marine Science (Biology Track) and a B.A. in Spanish. Specific roles that I have been involved with in regard to teaching, mentoring, etc. are numerous. Ever since middle and high school I have worked with kids younger than myself. I have been involved with my church and been a senior intern and a leader on mission trips. As a senior intern I was in charge of planning events for the high school students and then executing them in a timely manner. As a leader on mission trips, I would be the person that other high school students turned to if they needed something. In high school I was the captain of the varsity soccer team which gave me the chance to be a leader on the team. I would lead the team in practices when the coach was absent and would ensure that the team remained as cohesive as possible. I achieved this by checking in on my teammates each week to see how they were doing. Continuing in high school, I was given the opportunity to be a peer mentor for freshmen students. I was in this role my junior and senior year and what it looked like was having lunch with the same group of freshmen each Friday and asking them how their week was and if there was anything I could do to help. Furthermore, I was able to lead Bible Studies with this group of guys during my time as a peer mentor. I served as someone that they could look up to and come to with any questions in regard to their high school career. In high school I received the Ronald Reagan Student Leader award which is given to one student each year who exhibits exceptional leadership qualities.In the summers of 2018 and 2019 I served as a camp counselor for a Christian camp called Camp Timberline in Estes Park Colorado. During this time, I was in charge of about 12 kids ranging from ages 6-17 and I served as a soccer coach as well as a mountain adventure counselor. As a soccer coach I was tasked to develop a curriculum and come up with drills and games that would not only keep the kids engaged, but also allow them to improve their skills. As a mountain adventure counselor, I aided in the safety of over 1,100 kids while encouraging them to step out of their comfort zone. Some of my other duties while being at Camp Timberline were included but not limited to leading hikes up mountains at 2:30am, leading discussions ("chalk talks") with kids and encouraged them to ask questions about God and their faith, working with other counselors to ensure cabin cohesiveness, and performing skits to keep the kids engaged throughout the day.My freshmen year of college I took LSDP (Leadership and Self Discovery Practicum) and then I facilitated it my sophomore year and I believe that those two winter terms really taught me about what it means to be a leader, teacher, and mentor and how to put specific skills that I have learned into action. For three years at my college, Eckerd College, I have been a Resident Advisor and I have learned many things in regard to leadership. During my time as a Resident Advisor some of my responsibilities were included but not limited to advising students living in my residence halls, establishing a welcoming community as well as a safe environment for residents, resolving interpersonal conflicts, serving on emergency response rotation for a campus of over 1,800 students, and enforcing and upholding college policies.Ever since high school I have had a desire to work with kids (mainly middle school and high school kids) and my hope as a teacher is to be someone that kids can look up to, be encouraged by, and of course learn from. I am a firm believer in interactive learning! I think it is important to not just teach a student from a screen, but to allow them to have some hands-on learning because that is when I have learned the most as a student. The subjects that I am able to tutor are included but not limited to, Spanish (any level), science (biology, anatomy, genetics, marine science, etc.), and chemistry. I have a passion for teaching and I believe that my experience shows that very passion. Thank you for taking the time to read this and my hope is that you know and understand some of my roles as a teacher, mentor, and educator throughout my life.

I finished my PhD in Environmental Science in 2020 (at the Univ. of Windsor in Ontario, Canada), and completed a postdoc at ETH in Zurich, Switzerland. I am now an independent contractor and science writer. Some of my work is on my website, www.karistahudelson.com. I am passionate about education and truly enjoy helping students with science and math courses. I have tutored for undergraduate level chemistry, algebra, and biology courses and taught undergraduate level environmental science, biology, genetics, and molecular biology laboratory sections.

If you need a fun and engaging way to learn, I'm your person! I graduated from the International Baccalaureate Program, where they value English and Writing the most. I also graduated second in my class with a 4.995 GPA. I have been tutoring classmates, students, and even some young adults in different subjects such as English, Math, and Spanish for the past four years. I enjoy tutoring others and helping them understand difficult concepts by using simple methods and ideas! I like to work with each student and adopt a tutoring method that is unique to them and their pace of learning. I am also very passionate in helping students improve in academic subjects and get excited when they show progress through either grades or interactions. So let me help you and book your session today!

Thomas NolandScience has always been a passion for me. I was lucky enough to have a high school teacher whoallowed me to get extra credit points by turning in science collections, otherwise I may not have beenable to pass science because reading and math were a struggle for me. With my teacher's help, I startedcollecting insects and pressing plants, improved my grades, and eventually became the president of ourhigh school science club.After high school I went to the University of Washington in Seattle to study zoology and entomology,focusing on beetles returning to the pumice plains of Mt. St. Helens after the May 18, 1980, eruption. Ialso revisited my high school to volunteer as teacher's assistant for that same science teacher. Aftergraduating with a B.S. in zoology from the University of Washington in 1989, I worked for theDepartment of Agriculture on the Asian gypsy moth program. These invasive moths became a concernafter the opening of the Soviet Union, allowing ports to begin shipping to the West Coast. As a fieldsupervisor I was in charge of training field crews and setting up pheromone traps for the moths.In 2003, I went back to school to complete a professional certification program in wetland science andmanagement. This allowed me to work for a nonprofit doing wetland and salmon stream restorationand teaching classes about stream and riparian ecology to students and adults. During this time I alsohelped students with their senior projects and provided letters of support to their potential colleges anduniversities.Being interested in helping feral and stray cats, I later worked for a nonprofit no-kill cat shelter, where Ihelped care for more than 200 cats. This led me to get back to school again, and I earned an AAS inveterinary technology in 2017 and obtained my licensed veterinary technician (LVT) credentials. Iworked in a private clinic as an LVT until 2019. When Covid-19 hit, I started working from home andhave been writing and photographing for an online magazine called Salish, covering topics such aslichens, red alder trees, ice age animals, seaweeds, and spiders.Over the years I've had the pleasure of giving many presentations about topics such as shrub-steppedesert life, wetlands, the Hawaiian islands, amphibians, aquatic insects, and beneficial garden insects toaudiences of all ages. I've developed my own PowerPoint presentations and often use props andinteractive activities to engage audiences. In addition, I've led many outdoor field trips focusing onnative plant identification and wildlife. I'm fortunate to keep in touch with professionals in arachnology,entomology, lichenology, and botany, and I have a library of dozens of books on plants, animals, andecology. These resources and my ability to do solid, fact-based research online help me keep up to dateon my science information.I would be honored to help you or your family members learn about and enjoy the natural world aroundyou, as well as supporting students in your educational journeys.

Hi! I'm a current 3nd year in medical school that is interested in pursing psychiatry (so hard to decide!). Before going to medical school, I obtained my MSBS. I graduated undergrad with a degree in biology. I have ample experience with medical school core, sciences, math, writing, and the humanities. My philosophy in teaching is that a student is capable of learning anything--it is a matter of finding a way that helps YOU learn. It is my goal to help you succeed!

I am a graduate of The University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Biology (Neurobiology concentration), a Bachelor of Science in Economics (Healthcare Management and Policy concentration), and a Master's in Biology. Throughout my undergraduate, I have loved tutoring college and high school students in Math, English, Physics, and Biology. I have also volunteered as an ESL instructor. As a medical school applicant, I have taken numerous standardized tests, and I love helping students figure out strategies that work best for their learning! In my spare time, I enjoy teaching kickboxing, dancing, and baking.

I am a lover of all things STEM. I believe in helping students help themselves. I have a lot of experience working with students as young as 4th grade all the way up to high school and college. STEM is more than just knowledge, it is practical skills that we all use everyday.

After graduating in 2011 from the City College of New York, I worked as a consultant for Dr. Dewey who then recruited me from Brookhaven National Lab to the Feinstein institutes for Medical Research. That year, I entered the Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, and joined the inaugural class as one of three PhD students of the new medical school.My dissertation project interrogated pre-clinical sex differences in the metabolic neural patterns associated with opioid pain management using18-fludeoxyglucose (18FDG) and micro positron emission tomography (MicroPET). I was able to show that distinct metabolic patterns of pain were sex-specific, and confirmed that an animal model could be useful in revealing distinct metabolic indicators of opioid withdrawal and improve the efficacy of therapeutic intervention.As a Research Scientist at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research, I oversee operations of the MicroPET imaging facility as part of the Center for Neurosciences. I have recentl studies include studies of the extracellular cold-inducible RNA-binding protein, (CIRP-/-) and wild type (WT) mice, before and after exposure to binge-alcohol levels. By quantifying glucose metabolism with 18FDG and MicroPET, and using brain-mapping analysis of the imaging data, we can determine if CIRP plays a role in alcohol-induced cognitive impairment. I have served as mentor to many undergraduate and some high school students, and very much enjoy sharing my knowledge base with those that enjoy science.

Hello, I am Mrs. Michelle Valenca, and I am passionate about nurturing a love for science in my students. With a Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology and a Master of Arts in Secondary Education from the University of Rhode Island, I bring over 20 years of teaching experience to the table. My approach centers on creating fun, engaging lessons that resonate with students of all ages, from struggling readers to adult learners. I specialize in tutoring a range of subjects, including biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics, and have successfully helped students improve their PSAT and SAT scores over the past decade. I find great joy in guiding aspiring teachers through the FTCE and preparing future military personnel for the ASVAB. My goal is to empower each student to achieve their personal best, and I look forward to supporting your academic journey.

I am a Dentist and I am a former graduate of The Pennsylvania State University. I have a DMD (Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry) Degree and I received my Bachelor of Science in Biobehavioral Health from Penn State. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about any science, reading/writing/spelling, English, literature, and math. I have previously tutored college level physiology and elementary writing/reading. In my experience helping students prepare for exams, I am skilled at adapting the lessons to each student's specific style of learning. Every student learns differently, and I am willing to change my teaching style to promote individual success. Lastly, in my spare time, I enjoy traveling, sports, and going to the beach. I am eager to help as many students learn as I can.

In May 2021 I will graduate from Eckerd College with a B.S. in Marine Science (Biology Track) and a B.A. in Spanish. Specific roles that I have been involved with in regard to teaching, mentoring, etc. are numerous. Ever since middle and high school I have worked with kids younger than myself. I have been involved with my church and been a senior intern and a leader on mission trips. As a senior intern I was in charge of planning events for the high school students and then executing them in a timely manner. As a leader on mission trips, I would be the person that other high school students turned to if they needed something. In high school I was the captain of the varsity soccer team which gave me the chance to be a leader on the team. I would lead the team in practices when the coach was absent and would ensure that the team remained as cohesive as possible. I achieved this by checking in on my teammates each week to see how they were doing. Continuing in high school, I was given the opportunity to be a peer mentor for freshmen students. I was in this role my junior and senior year and what it looked like was having lunch with the same group of freshmen each Friday and asking them how their week was and if there was anything I could do to help. Furthermore, I was able to lead Bible Studies with this group of guys during my time as a peer mentor. I served as someone that they could look up to and come to with any questions in regard to their high school career. In high school I received the Ronald Reagan Student Leader award which is given to one student each year who exhibits exceptional leadership qualities.In the summers of 2018 and 2019 I served as a camp counselor for a Christian camp called Camp Timberline in Estes Park Colorado. During this time, I was in charge of about 12 kids ranging from ages 6-17 and I served as a soccer coach as well as a mountain adventure counselor. As a soccer coach I was tasked to develop a curriculum and come up with drills and games that would not only keep the kids engaged, but also allow them to improve their skills. As a mountain adventure counselor, I aided in the safety of over 1,100 kids while encouraging them to step out of their comfort zone. Some of my other duties while being at Camp Timberline were included but not limited to leading hikes up mountains at 2:30am, leading discussions ("chalk talks") with kids and encouraged them to ask questions about God and their faith, working with other counselors to ensure cabin cohesiveness, and performing skits to keep the kids engaged throughout the day.My freshmen year of college I took LSDP (Leadership and Self Discovery Practicum) and then I facilitated it my sophomore year and I believe that those two winter terms really taught me about what it means to be a leader, teacher, and mentor and how to put specific skills that I have learned into action. For three years at my college, Eckerd College, I have been a Resident Advisor and I have learned many things in regard to leadership. During my time as a Resident Advisor some of my responsibilities were included but not limited to advising students living in my residence halls, establishing a welcoming community as well as a safe environment for residents, resolving interpersonal conflicts, serving on emergency response rotation for a campus of over 1,800 students, and enforcing and upholding college policies.Ever since high school I have had a desire to work with kids (mainly middle school and high school kids) and my hope as a teacher is to be someone that kids can look up to, be encouraged by, and of course learn from. I am a firm believer in interactive learning! I think it is important to not just teach a student from a screen, but to allow them to have some hands-on learning because that is when I have learned the most as a student. The subjects that I am able to tutor are included but not limited to, Spanish (any level), science (biology, anatomy, genetics, marine science, etc.), and chemistry. I have a passion for teaching and I believe that my experience shows that very passion. Thank you for taking the time to read this and my hope is that you know and understand some of my roles as a teacher, mentor, and educator throughout my life.

I finished my PhD in Environmental Science in 2020 (at the Univ. of Windsor in Ontario, Canada), and completed a postdoc at ETH in Zurich, Switzerland. I am now an independent contractor and science writer. Some of my work is on my website, www.karistahudelson.com. I am passionate about education and truly enjoy helping students with science and math courses. I have tutored for undergraduate level chemistry, algebra, and biology courses and taught undergraduate level environmental science, biology, genetics, and molecular biology laboratory sections.

If you need a fun and engaging way to learn, I'm your person! I graduated from the International Baccalaureate Program, where they value English and Writing the most. I also graduated second in my class with a 4.995 GPA. I have been tutoring classmates, students, and even some young adults in different subjects such as English, Math, and Spanish for the past four years. I enjoy tutoring others and helping them understand difficult concepts by using simple methods and ideas! I like to work with each student and adopt a tutoring method that is unique to them and their pace of learning. I am also very passionate in helping students improve in academic subjects and get excited when they show progress through either grades or interactions. So let me help you and book your session today!