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Michelle

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Michelle

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Michelle's other Tutor Subjects
AP English Language and Composition
College English
English
Essay Editing

I am a current undergraduate student at Duke University seeking a major in neuroscience and a possible minor in literature or chemistry. I have been tutoring higher level courses since the beginning of high school, and although I tutor in a variety of subjects, I specialize in writing, English, and ...

Education

Duke University

Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience

Test Scores
SAT
1510
Andre

Certified Tutor

Andre

Bachelor in Arts, English, Philosophy (Double Major)
Andre's other Tutor Subjects
College English
College Essays
Comparative Literature
English

I hold a BA in both English and Philosophy from Columbia University. While in college, I began tutoring SAT prep and essay writing throughout NYC and Westchester as a freelance instructor. I also taught online ESL courses as part of a human rights organization based in India. I wanted to do somethin...

Education

Columbia University in the City of New York

Bachelor in Arts, English, Philosophy (Double Major)

Test Scores
SAT
1480
Nathan

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Nathan

Current Grad Student, Creative Writing
Nathan's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
Business
College Application Essays
College Economics

I am a graduate of Xavier University, where I earned my Bachelors of Arts in Economics with a minor in writing. Currently, I am attending the Harvard Extension School as a member of their Creative Writing & Literature program while working as a financial professional with the Centric Financial Group...

Education

Xavier University

Bachelor of Economics, Economics

Harvard Extension School

Current Grad Student, Creative Writing

Cody

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Cody

Bachelor of Science, Psychology State Certified Teacher
Cody's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 3/4
College Algebra

I am a great math, science and writing tutor. I graduated from the University of Arizona in 2011 with BS in Psychology and a minor in Spanish. I am committed to helping students to receive better grades and challenging the student to think critically. I am a very passionate tutor and will go every e...

Education

University of Arizona

Bachelor of Science, Psychology State Certified Teacher

Sarah

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Sarah

Bachelor in Arts, History
Sarah's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
American Literature
AP World History

Hi, my name is Sarah, and I'd love to work with you! I have a great deal of experience working as a volunteer tutor at my schools, and I love to help people learn. Hopefully we can work together to make test taking and study as painless and successful as they can be!

Education

Johns Hopkins University

Bachelor in Arts, History

Test Scores
LSAT
174
Chantale

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Chantale

Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Chantale's other Tutor Subjects
Elementary School English
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Science

As a student, I always struggled with learning from just visual or auditory methods. I learned best utilizing a hands-on method of learning. As a tutor, I strive to use this same hands-on method of teaching to further commit lessons to memory for students. I have spent 2 years substitute teaching fo...

Education

University of Wyoming

Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Casper College

Associate in Science, Occupational Therapy Assistance

Angel

Certified Tutor

Angel

Bachelor's
Angel's other Tutor Subjects
Biology
Elementary School Math
Elementary School Reading
Elementary School Science

I believe an individual should constantly strive to be the best version of themselves. To beware of comfort zones! They will only hinder self growth. Push through any thoughts of surrender and fight for the dream.

Education

University

Bachelor's

Molly

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Molly

Master of Arts Teaching, Curriculum and Instruction
Molly's other Tutor Subjects
ACT English
Adult ESL/ELL
Ancient and Medieval Heritage
Art

Hello! I enjoy working with students because it delights me to see them realize their true potential, and all that they are capable of! I have over 15 years of experience working with students at the middle school, high school, college, and graduate levels. I hold teaching certification in English, ...

Education

University of Kansas

Master of Arts Teaching, Curriculum and Instruction

University of Kansas

Bachelor in Arts, English

Sean

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Sean

Current Undergrad, Computer Science
Sean's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am a student at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island. If you are looking for a relaxed tutor who will still push you to achieve personal as well as academic goals, don't hesitate to contact me. I am a computer science major currently pursuing my Bachelor's degree. I have tutored ACT prep a...

Education

Brown University

Current Undergrad, Computer Science

Test Scores
Perfect Score
ACT
36
Rebecca

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Rebecca

Bachelor in Arts, English
Rebecca's other Tutor Subjects
Admissions
College Application Essays
College English
English

I am a graduate of the College of Arts at Southeastern. I received my Bachelor of Arts in English. Before I began college, I tutored immigrant children from China. After I finished college, I proofread & edited two books, one of which was a PhD dissertation and I regularly edited articles that were ...

Education

The College at Southeastern

Bachelor in Arts, English

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Algebra Tutor • +20 Subjects

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JavaScript Tutor • +3 Subjects

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College English Tutor • +34 Subjects

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ACT Writing Tutor • +26 Subjects

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Michael

Biochemistry Tutor • +8 Subjects

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ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills Tutor • +15 Subjects

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ACT Prep Tutor • +58 Subjects

Every truth has four corners: as a teacher I give you one corner, and it is for you to find the other three.-ConfuciusAs a tutor it is my goal to not only teach my students the material they need to learn, but to better their core understanding of a subject and their methods of learning for the future. This way, they can continue to learn at an advanced level long after they no longer require the service of a tutor.

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Elementary School English Tutor • +17 Subjects

Proud graduate of Wayne State University where I have obtained a Bachelors in Education and a Masters in Special Education.Subjects that I tutor in are English and Special Education.20+ year Educator. I have taught youth from newborn to senior. I enjoy educating youth and have spent most of my life educating students in any way that I can. My goal is to ensure that every child is successful and confident.My tutoring style is based off of each individual and what needs they have. I learn the student to ensure that I am educating them in a way that will be beneficial for the student.

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College English Tutor • +10 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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