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Robert

Certified Tutor

9+ years

Robert

Bachelor of Science, Physics
Robert's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
AP Physics C: Mechanics

I am a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Applied Mathematics. I have enjoyed teaching Physics at the college level inspiring students to understand the concepts of dynamics, optics, electromagnetics, electrical circuits, and wave mechanics.

Education

University of Pittsburgh

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Angela

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Angela

Masters, Health Care Management
Angela's other Tutor Subjects
Accounting
ACT Prep
Business
College Accounting

I have loved to learn since I was a child. Like a sponge, I cannot seem to soak up knowledge fast enough. After high school I attended Brigham Young University and majored in Business Management with an emphasis in Strategy. While at BYU I served in my class presidency and as a study body officer fo...

Education

Johns Hopkins University

Masters, Health Care Management

Brigham Young University

Bachelors, Business Management

Denise

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Denise

Masters, Education and Special Education Grades Pre-K-Grade 6
Denise's other Tutor Subjects
College English
Comparative Literature
Elementary Math
Elementary School Math

I have been a certified New York State teacher for 15+ years. I absolutely love teaching and I genuinely care about my students. I think that learning should be fun and it should encourage a student to develop a strong sense of confidence in their own innate ability to think, solve and generate new ...

Education

Touro College

Masters, Education and Special Education Grades Pre-K-Grade 6

CUNY Queens College

Bachelors, Psychology Minor English

Brent

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Brent

PHD, Physics
Brent's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
College Physics
GRE
High School Physics

I have been a physics professor at Roosevelt University since 2013. I received my Ph.D. in theoretical nuclear physics from Michigan State University. I have a strong interest in physics education research and teaching and mentoring in general. I want most to help people to achieve their personal an...

Education

Michigan State University

PHD, Physics

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

Bachelors, Physics

William

Certified Tutor

9+ years

William

Bachelors, English
William's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
ACT Math
Algebra
College English

I recently graduated from Yale. I started a tutoring business in high school, and I've been tutoring students for 5 years now. I've worked with students at all different levels, from 2nd grade reading to 12th grade physics. Most of my students were in junior high or high school, and I focused especi...

Education

Yale University

Bachelors, English

Test Scores
SAT
1490
ACT
33
Justin

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Justin

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Justin's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Biochemistry
Biostatistics

I am currently a student at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where I am working towards a degree in Biochemistry and Mathematics. I currently have my mathematics minor and am starting a research position in a biochemistry lab. For the past three years, I have been involved with the tu...

Education

Duquesne University

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

Isaac

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Isaac

Master of Arts, Special Education
Isaac's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Business
Economics
GED Prep

Every student has an opportunity to learn and be successful. Ultimately tutoring is different from teaching because the student receive individualized and focused attention and built from where they are rather than where someone things they should be.

Education

University of Central Florida

Master of Arts, Special Education

University of Central Florida

Bachelor of Science, Social Science Teacher Education

Christopher

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Christopher

Bachelor of Science, Astrophysics
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Astronomy
Calculus
Calculus 2

I have strong math and physics skills and I am very passionate about the insane things we can learn about our universe using math. I will try and tailor the material we learn to my students' specific interests, and keep them engaged in classes where they might normally be bored or not see a connecti...

Education

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus

Bachelor of Science, Astrophysics

Stephanie

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Stephanie

Bachelors, Psychology
Stephanie's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
CLEP Prep
CLEP Introductory Psychology
CLEP Introductory Sociology

I am excited to be a tutor and help students understand subjects they are struggling in. I have a younger sister, so I have always helped her with homework. My teaching style is more hands-on with explanation; that way, the student has multiple ways to understand the material.I can easily relate to ...

Education

Florida Gulf Coast University

Bachelors, Psychology

Sydnee

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Sydnee

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Sydnee's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Biology
Chemistry
College Biology

I am currently an undergraduate student at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas, working toward a degree in biochemistry with a minor in biology. I have one year of experience tutoring college students in biology and chemistry in a walk-in tutoring center called the AARC. I have also coach...

Education

University of St. Thomas

Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry

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William

ACT Science Tutor • +23 Subjects

Hello! I am a young professional working for an automotive company in the Ann Arbor, MI area. I have an engineering degree from Michigan State University and miss being in the classroom. I hope to get my education fix being your tutor!

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Cole

ACT English Tutor • +45 Subjects

I'm currently a graduate student at Georgia Tech. Like you, I believe that seeking help is a key to success. Perhaps certain subjects do not come easily to you. Or maybe you need some extra motivation to put you on the right track. Whatever it is, I was in your same shoes, and I can help. If you give me the opportunity, I will work diligently with you to achieve those academic goals. My tutoring background includes two years of volunteer tutoring in a student-led organization at my undergraduate college. In addition to my experience, you will find me an open and engaging teacher who will challenge you to approach problems in a logical way. As such, I am looking forward to working with you and wish you the best in your academic pursuits!

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Belle

ACT English Tutor • +46 Subjects

My name is Belle Jo and I have been teaching Chinese with a public school district for two years. I graduated from college with a degree in political science at 20 years old, hold a certification in Intermediate-Advanced Chinese from the American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages, and received a Critical Language Scholarship from the US Department of State to study intensive advanced Mandarin in China in 2015.Studying and teaching intensive Chinese has helped me learn how to lay down the fundamentals of a subject and build on them, what topics in a subject to focus on and why, and how to teach students using teaching styles other than lecturing. After all, thanks to my experience teaching with the public school system, I know that one size doesn't, in fact, fit all. For students to learn at their best, a teacher must be flexible and ready to adapt to their needs. Whether it be teaching a language or teaching a mathematical concept, learning should flow in a natural, logical order for every student. In this way, I strive to cater to my students' academic needs as much as possible. Having been dropped into China with only two years of Mandarin under my belt, I understand how intimidating learning can be. I want to make learning a natural, logical process for my students.My hobbies include writing (I've been working on a novel for 10 years), audio engineering for live theatre, and building computers.

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Peter

Calculus Tutor • +30 Subjects

There is always a trick to solving math problems. Some of them may be invisible to you. That's OK! As a tutor, I am committed to showing my students the bigger picture and sharing my secrets. It is extremely important to me that a student leaves a session with something to show for it. I will dedicate my time to whatever this may be such as completing tonight's home work, lab, test corrections, or if you just missed the lecture. Feel free to pick my brain.

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Art Tutor • +17 Subjects

I love the challenge of finding creative ways to engage and motivate my students. I am a certified elementary teacher with four years of teaching experience, which includes one year of online instruction. I have tutored kindergarten through sixth grade and previously worked as a private nanny and piano teacher. I am an expert at differentiating instruction for students with various learning needs. I love teaching because I enjoy watching kids learn and grow!

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Autumn

ACT Prep Tutor • +27 Subjects

I recently graduated from the Johns Hopkins University with a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering. My second major was Computer Science and my minor was Applied Mathematics and Statistics. Throughout my education, I have often felt that instructors explained the concepts at too high a level because they already understood them well. This can lead students to think they are not talented at a subject when in reality they just need more in-depth explanations. I believe that, given this support, all students can succeed, even in subjects that they may initially struggle in. In my classes, I would naturally explain practice questions to my peers because I learned by teaching. One of my professors noticed this and invited me to become a teaching assistant for Linear Algebra and Differential Equations, which I have taught on and off for the past four years and I have also taught Probability and Statistics once. Prior to college, I tutored students in calculus and Spanish. Currently, I tutor primarily in STEM subjects and Spanish. In particular, math and computer programming are some of my favorite subjects to tutor because they were the subjects that I was most challenged in and I know the work it takes to gain proficiency in this kind of material. My approach centers on breaking down big concepts into smaller, related concepts. I believe that each student should not simply memorize a certain result but rather understand how that result comes about. To that end, I ensure that students not only get the correct answer, but fully understand the reasoning needed to derive that answer. In the future, I hope to pursue a career as a physician-scientist. This fall I will be pursuing a Fulbright grant at the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems to research sign language recognition using haptics and machine learning. In my spare time, I crochet, knit, play video games, read, watch birds, and try to improve my fitness with high-intensity interval training.

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Ellie

ACT Prep Tutor • +46 Subjects

Hi! I'm Ellie, and I am a junior at Yale University studying Biomedical Engineering (pre-med)! I have always considered myself a life-long student, and I strive to make learning exciting and empowering for everyone. On campus, I work as a graphic designer for the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), volunteer EMT, am the Arts Editor for the Yale Scientific Magazine, am the Layout Editor for the Yale Globalist Magazine, conduct autism research in the School of Medicine, and tutor a Differential Equations course to small groups of students weekly. Aside from my passion for science and math, I enjoy writing essays in my literature classes, designing in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and more and also have much experience writing application essays for colleges and jobs!

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Sreyneath

Adult ESL/ELL Tutor • +52 Subjects

My main interests is in global affairs and development issues. I have been educated in different school systems from around the world and recognize what style of teaching and approach is best in education. I've been enrolled in the Cambodian government school, graduated from NY high school and completed the International Baccalaureate, French Honors, and National Honors program. I also graduated with a self-designed Bachelor's degree titled The Nature of Imbalance: East Asian Politics and Media from the University of Redlands and I recently received my Master's degree in Global Affairs from Rutgers University.During my time at Rutgers I helped assist students in research and have given talks and lectures to high school and university students as part of my work with the Center for the Study of Genocide and Human Rights and the Documentation Center of Cambodia.In terms of my tutoring experience, I have worked with students from middle school to college students assisting them in learning social sciences and Chinese language (beginner's level). My objective is to help students find his or her own unique learning styles to help the student learn the materials better and smarter. My goal is to also teach students ways to tackle and solve a problem in addition to learning time management, as it is necessary skills that is important in other aspects of daily life.Outside of academia, I love to watch films. I'm also rediscovering my love for indoor bouldering. I also love to cook Asian food. My favorite animals are mountain gorillas and dogs - my favorite breeds are husky, golden retriever, collie, newfoundland, and chow chow.

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ACT English Tutor • +26 Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

Math for Life Sciences applies mathematical concepts directly to biological and health-related problems—like calculating drug dosages, understanding population growth models, or analyzing enzyme kinetics. Rather than abstract proofs, the focus is on practical applications and conceptual understanding of how math describes living systems. Many students find this context-driven approach more meaningful, but it requires connecting mathematical reasoning to real biological scenarios, which is where personalized instruction can really help clarify those connections.

Common struggles include translating word problems into mathematical models (especially those involving rates, concentrations, and exponential growth), understanding when and why to use calculus concepts like derivatives in biological contexts, and working with logarithms—particularly in pH calculations and exponential decay problems. Many students also find it challenging to move from procedural calculation ("follow these steps") to conceptual understanding ("why does this model make sense for this system?"). A tutor can help you identify which specific concepts are blocking your progress and build that deeper understanding.

Expert tutors connect the mathematical concepts to the biology you're studying, helping you see why a particular formula or method matters. For example, they can explain how the derivative of a population function actually represents growth rate, or why logarithms appear in calculations involving bacterial doubling time. By working through problems together and discussing the "why" behind each step, you'll develop the kind of conceptual understanding that makes both the math and the biology stick—and that transfers to new problems you haven't seen before.

Look for someone with strong math foundations who also understands life sciences concepts and can explain how they connect. The best tutors ask questions to understand your specific sticking points, break complex problems into manageable steps, and help you develop problem-solving strategies rather than just showing you how to get the answer. They should be comfortable working with your course materials and explaining concepts in multiple ways until something clicks. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who specialize in this subject and can adapt to your learning style.

This skill develops through practice with feedback and metacognition—thinking about your thinking process. A tutor can help you break down word problems into components (identifying what you know, what you're looking for, what relationships exist), develop a system for setting up equations, and check whether your mathematical model actually makes biological sense. Over time, you'll start recognizing patterns in problem types and develop intuition for which mathematical tools apply. Discussing why certain setups don't work is just as valuable as confirming correct ones.

Absolutely. Math anxiety is common and often improves significantly with personalized instruction where you work at your own pace without judgment. A tutor can help you rebuild foundational skills you might be rusty on (like logarithms or exponential functions) in the specific context of life sciences applications, making the material feel relevant and less abstract. Building small wins through problem-solving and showing your work helps restore confidence. Many students find that when they understand the "why" behind concepts, anxiety decreases naturally.

Watch for concrete signs: you're able to set up word problems more confidently, you understand why you're using a particular method (not just following steps), you can explain concepts to someone else, and you're making fewer careless errors because you understand the material more deeply. Grade improvements on exams and assignments are important, but equally valuable is noticing that new problems don't feel as scary—you have strategies for approaching them. Most students see meaningful progress within a few weeks of consistent, focused tutoring sessions.

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