Award-Winning Marine Biology Tutors

...every student as a unique learner. Every student learns differently and my goal is to find out what makes them tick in order to open the doors to understanding the topic. As a tutor, I strive to get my students to not only learn the knowledge, but truly understand. I have been working in the education field since 2007 and I am familiar with various techniques. My approach to education is very hands-on and inquiry...

...that tutoring service is no longer operational, I continued to tutor students throughout my time at Columbia. As a tutor, I understand that each student is unique. Instead of doing to same routine, I like to develop a tutoring strategy that caters to each students' strengths and learning styles. I like to incorporate a diverse group to learning modes including written work, active discussion, real world demonstrations, videos and interactive computer modules. Using all of...

...with College algebra in college and has extended to High school chemistry, Calculus 1. I graduated with Biological Science from Lee University. While I have only officially tutored the above mentioned subjects, I feel comfortable with tutoring both High School and College Biology courses. My purpose here is to help you enjoy what you're learning instead of seeing it as a chore because I believe "Knowledge is power". I will be right beside you to...

...at Amherst, a M.A. in Russian Language and Linguistics from The University of Maryland at College Park and a M.A. in Molecular Biotechnology from the George Washington University. During the course of my formal education I served as a Teaching Assistant in a First Year Russian Course and a teaching assistant in a General Biology course. After my graduation from the George Washington University, I worked as a faculty member at the Trinity Washington University...

...teacher who also spends time working as a research assistant at my Alma Mater, The University of Texas at Austin. I graduated in 2014 with a B.S. in Marine and Freshwater Science and have since worked in several research labs and taught several groups of students. My interests include running and spending time outdoors, attending local concerts, and reading up on current topics in marine science. I am also currently taking classes in G.I.S., a...

...importance of instilling scientific knowledge in our future generations, so it is my goal to help students overcome any struggles or intimidation of the subject. I aim to do this by encouraging the same interest and curiosity in the subject that has lead me to pursue a career in biology. I believe that the key to conquering all things science is to be curious about the world around us and how it all works.

Not only is education the key that unlocks the future to a student's success, but is also a product of strong determination and persistence. As an educator I stand by being a positive influence and role model for students, and it is my personal aspiration to assist and take part in the driving force that leads them to accomplishing all their future goals and endeavors.

...key to teaching is communication. I learn from all my students; every year, they ask questions no one has ever asked before, and give me insights into what makes learning difficult for them. Working with students always brings surprises - for them and for me. I want my students to become better learners and gain confidence in their ability to learn. Teaching and tutoring are always challenging and always rewarding for me. I look forward...

...I have not only an interest, but a motivation to help others. I have helped students get into Ivy League schools as well as other top universities across the country with top scholarships. I tutor in all subjects from French to Essay Writing and Algebra to Chemistry! I want my students and tutees to see the value in themselves and know that they can accomplish anything with determination and hard work! Realizing you can do...

...whatever they are working towards. I know what it feels like to not succeed the first time at something that you care so much about. I'm here to tell you to never give up and continue to work hard to succeed! I am proof that hard work pays off in the end. I have received a Bachelors of Science in Biology from Missouri State University. I have worked with multiple conservation departments and zoological parks.

I graduated magma cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh with a focus in Earth and Space Science. I am an outdoors person; I enjoy being outside and observing the surrounding world. In this way I am a classic "natural philosopher" variant of scientist. I like earth science, environmental science, ecology, geology, oceanography, meteorology, astronomy, and cosmology. I am your go-to tutor for anything involving nature on a macro scale.

...a Bachelors of Science in Political Science and History (with honors), and I am currently working on a Masters in Business Administration, which should be completed by Summer 2018. I have taught four history courses at the college level, and I currently work as a Head Teacher at a learning center. I have over 6 years tutoring experience, and have been with Varsity Tutors since the fall of 2015! Through this company, I've worked with...

...of experience teaching full time at Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana, California. While at Mater Dei, I taught Biology for three years and Marine Biology for two. During that time, I assisted the science department in updating the Biology and Marine Biology curriculums. This included implementing a new textbook, increasing our focus on technology, and incorporating more hands-on labs and experiments. I also assisted in creating an online database for the lesson plans...

...Dr. Joel Trexler and Dr. Kevin Boswell working on the spatio-temporal patterns in the distribution, behavior, and foraging of fish in the Everglade canals using advanced fisheries sonar techniques. I inherited my project from a graduated MS student and my senior thesis was responsible for the previously overlooked role of submerged vegetation and structural complexity on predator prey interactions. I bring a lot of my research experience in to the classroom. My main goal is...

Biology major and marine biologist hoping to help you be a better student! I'm knowledgeable in a variety of environmental, ecological, and biological topics, and I want you to be too!

...and Mennonite children. I am currently working as a molecular lab technician at the Friedman Brain Institute of Mount Sinai Hospital in the Upper East Side, Manhattan. I have a passion for science and math as well as connecting with children in teaching environments to encourage a love for academia. In my free time, I volunteer for MiNDS (Mentoring in Neuroscience Discovery at Sinai). MiNDS is an outreach group of Mount Sinai scientists with an...

...biology with the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence at James Cook Universities. I worked as a teaching and laboratory assistant/manager from 2004-2015 in the fields of Ecology, Field Biology and Tropical Marine Ecology and Fisheries Biology. I finished postdoctoral research on climate change and coral reefs (ARC @ JCU) and I am editing my book from this research while I'm working as an adjunct lecturer, in hopes of attaining professorship. I appreciate the opportunity to...

...vertebrates. During my undergraduate years at ASU, I worked closely with Dr. Dale DeNardo who is the attending veterinarian at ASU as well as an associate professor. I have been in his lab for over four years and still assist undergraduates in conducting projects for the lab. Such projects involve a variety of desert reptile species including western diamond-backed rattlesnakes, Gila monsters, Mexican beaded lizards, etc. Through my time in the lab I have acquired...

...in Quito, Ecuador which allowed me to travel to the Amazon rainforest as well as the Galapagos Islands. I really enjoy traveling and also backpacked in Europe for 5 months after I graduated experiencing the rich history and meeting amazing and diverse people. I then moved out to the west coast to pursue my love of Marine Biology and earned a Master's degree in Marine Science from the University of Oregon. While in graduate school...

I began tutoring algebra in high school. I enjoyed it so much that I continued to tutor math and science in college. There, I started out as a peer tutor, then moved on to a new challenge with college football athletes. From these experiences, I have come to master math and science subjects in addition to adding more teaching methods to my tutoring skillset. I truly enjoy working one on one with students and guiding...