Award-Winning Microbiology Tutors serving Stamford, CT

Hi I'm Kara! I graduated from Grinnell College in Iowa in May 2017 where I majored in biological chemistry. During college, I worked as a class mentor for 1st and 2nd-year biology classes. As a mentor, I helped during class time and lab, but I also held sessions twice weekly outside of class to review and teach the material. I really enjoy working with my peers on biology concepts.

...applicability to the real world makes for fun and interesting tutoring sessions. In my spare time, I am an advocate for social justice. I have founded two non-profits at my university; one which focuses on implementing public health infrastructure in low-income countries and one that focuses on building schools with the hopes of creating access to free quality education in rural areas of developing nations. Additionally, I work as lifeguard, swim instructor, and swim coach...

...admission. In addition to my private tutoring activities, I was also a TA to an introductory science course at Cornell. In this position, I lectured weekly to a section of 15 undergraduate students and learned how to engage students in course material. In my free time, I enjoy cooking new recipes, competitive swimming, and tennis. Please feel free to reach out; I look forward to discussing how I can best help your student!

...(SCCC) and am currently a student at Long Island University (LIU) Post. I tutored for 2 semesters at SCCC. My students included recent high school graduates, adult learners, and students with disabilities. I predominately tutored biology, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, and English. I prefer to guide my student instead of forcing our session(s) according to my own ideals. I am here to help my student's knowledge base and understanding flourish. I desire to foster a...

...Celular Developmental Biology. Currently working at a Molecular Biophysics Biochemistry Yale lab studying new type of RNA. I have tutored AP/college level courses for many years: AP Chemistry/Organic Chem, AP Biology/Microbiology/Cell Biology, AP Physics, Algebra, Geometry/Trig, Pre-Calc, AP AB/BC Calculus, Multivariable Calculus, AP Statistics, and advanced SAT prep (English/Grammar, Math, timing tips, and formula secrets). Experienced tutor of special needs child (ASD, ADHD, twice exceptional). Extremely committed to my students and want them to succeed!

...the last three years. Over this time I have learned that the best way to help students is with an individualized and interactive tutoring session. I try to teach students the big picture and how different concepts come together rather than give them one answer to memorize. I use diagrams and pictures to really emphasize the importance of visual learning. As a tutor, I try to figure out why a student does not understand a...

...can be broken down into smaller segments. Utilizing visuals and sharing learning strategies with my students are some of the most effective ways to help them succeed at any task! Friendly, positive and encouraging tutoring motivates my students to do their best! In my spare time I enjoy painting, LEGO building, tennis, bowling and learning more about the world of science! I have been tutoring students through Varsity for two years with great success!

...invaluable lab skills. The rigorous courses in Microbiology have allowed me to develop my own study skills and establish what works and what does not work for me as it pertains to balancing a heavy work load. In addition, I was awarded a SURE-EH (Supporting Undergraduate Research Experiences in Environmental Health) Grant to conduct my own research. I am currently working as a researcher on the ACT-AP's (Adult Changes in Thought-Air Pollution) team. The ACT-AP...

...taught college courses and mentored students in the laboratory. I am passionate about teaching and loved every teaching opportunity that I have had! I am very friendly and have an easy going personality. I strive to make learning as fun and as stress-free for my students as possible! The success of my students is my top priority. In addition to teaching and tutoring, my other interests include painting, cooking, teaching yoga, and reading.

...those focused on educating youth. I became known as "Mr. Dan the Science Man," a title that still follows me today. These early years of teaching and volunteering planted the seeds of what would eventually develop into an integral part of my life: a dedication to education and the wellbeing of underrepresented and underserved individuals around the world. When I graduated from high school, I volunteered for six months in Kolkata, India, a city considered...

...in it. I also found the humanity courses such as philosophy and psychology interesting. I decided to minor in philosophy and decided to take pre-med courses. I plan on to pursue a career in medicine focusing on sports medicine, psychiatry or pediatrics. I hope to continue to tutor in the subjects I am knowledgable in and I'm sure my 3 years of experience teaching students will only improve during my undergraduate career and post graduate...

...Institute of Human Nutrition at Columbia University (Disclaimer: I still indulge in McDonalds). I am now working as a clinical research assistant and am studying the effect of a weight drug on the cardiovascular and metabolic factors. In my spare time I like to snowboard at Okemo Mountain in Vermont, seek out awesome Thai food in NYC, run on the Hudson River Park and travel. I look forward to working with you to achieve your...

...is such a dynamic process and that there are so many advancements that have yet to be made in the field of science. In terms of my teaching philosophy, I believe in creating a nurturing environment inundated with encouragement, repetition, and positive feedback that allows my students to grow and develop accordingly. In my free time, I enjoy being outdoors and participate in many activities such as hiking, bicycling, swimming, going to the beach, and...

...I plan on moving back to take a gap year before attending medical school. During my gap year I will work in a lab and accumulate more volunteer hours. I love all things math and science and know how to present these topics in a fun and engaging manner. In my free time I like to bake sourdough bread, exercise, cook, read, and binge watch TV shows. I am easy to talk to and focused...

...school curriculum, and soon after broadened my teaching experiences in various high school level subjects, such as math and history. The sciences, like all subjects, require strong study skills. As a teacher/tutor, I focus on instilling proper note-taking and study habits. While my students have me as a instructor now, they will need the proper educational foundation and skills to succeed as they progress in their academic careers. And it is my desire to guide...

...of biology; specifically biochemistry, genetics, and molecular biology, as well as a good understanding of chemistry, history, and mathematics. My hobbies include reading and writing, animal care (I have a pet dog), hiking and fitness. Growing up with three younger siblings has given me the life experience necessary to understand and relate to younger generations. I also understand the concerns of parents as I'm friends with many who have small children, and can relate to...

I am a person who takes pride in helping others achieve their educational goal. I am an extremely talented and focused person with excellent GPA. I graduated from UCSB in biology and earned excellent grades. With me rest assured that all your academic difficulties will be solved.

...Pathology residency at NYP-Weill Cornell Medical Center and my subspecialty in Cytopathology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. I am passionate about sharing my knowledge of medicine and would like to continue extending my expertise to students at all educational levels. I firmly believe that educators play a pivotal role in the lives and careers of their students. The continuous support, teachings, and mentorship I received from my own teachers have been instrumental in my...

...off between my 3rd and 4th year to conduct orthopedic research at NYU medical center. I love the medical field and would like to pursue a career in orthopedics. The aspect of medicine that I hold most dearly is always having interaction and hopefully having a change to leave a positive impression. I enjoy meeting new people and hearing their story. If there is anything I can do to help them on their journey, it...

...experiences in education, I've developed a deeper understanding of what diversity means and have been able to build productive and valuable relationships with diverse students and peers. Additionally, my volunteer experiences in academic tutoring, youth mentoring, and college success coaching have resulted in valuable insight on the success of lessons based on results from student assessments that I evaluated, indicating my commitment to continued learning and growth. I truly believe that we are all lifelong...