Award-Winning Organic Chemistry Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

...process. In college I was selected by my university to be a paid peer tutor for undergraduate math, science, and psychology courses. In addition to subject specific work, I helped these students with time management and general study skills. I held this role for 3 years, tutoring around 3-7 students weekly. I also have experience tutoring younger students both from my home and college community in science in math courses. My time both as a...

...purpose of existence. We go through elementary and middle schools trying to navigate our sense of belonging, discover our passions and aspire for a field where we can distinguish ourselves. As we get older, we start to see the different factors navigate our choices in the fields of study and shape our career paths. Every chapter in my journey have led me to pursue a career in dentistry. A career that can truly satisfy my...

...is Tucker, and I just recently graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA, where I majored in Biology and minored in Chemistry. Currently, I am applying to medical school while taking a gap year to fulfill my lifelong dream of performing as a professional flying trapeze artist. I am passionate about science, politics, and community service, and feel strongly that learning, teaching, and mentoring is an essential part of the human experience. It fills...

...am a member of my school's International Relations Council. I am an experienced tutor who loves to teach and help others. I have over 400 hours of tutoring experience in a variety of high school subjects, particularly in the hard sciences and math up to calculus. At the same time, I have experience tutoring lower level subjects, such as middle school math, in my breaks at home. I have also worked as an English as...

I am a Virginia Tech graduate and became a math and science teacher around two years ago because I love making STEM more accessible to all. I am experienced in helping students from all backgrounds with specific courses or test preparation. I look forward to working with you!

I am a recent college graduate working as a nuclear engineer for the United States Navy. In college and high school I played varsity volleyball and worked part-time as a tutor for children grades pre-K through 12, college students, and adults. I have a lot of experience tutoring multiple subjects and have multiple degrees in engineering and math. I am a big fan of Disney, puzzles, volleyball, and Broadway, and I love tutoring and teaching.

I am a former high school special education teacher with a focus in math and science. I enjoy reading and helping students! I hold a masters degree in College Student Personnel and currently work in academic support for collegiate student athletics.

...to meet individual needs. I believe that every student is capable of success when equipped with the right tools, strategies, and encouragement. My approach emphasizes building confidence, fostering critical thinking, and making learning both enjoyable and relevant. Whether a student seeks to master challenging concepts, enhance academic performance, or develop independent study skills, I am dedicated to guiding them every step of the way. Together, we can transform challenges into opportunities for growth and achievement.

...Exams, and MCAT. I've always loved tutoring because it made me feel like I could make a real, positive impact in someone's life. Recently, it's been especially inspiring to see my tutees improve despite pandemic hardships. I plan on matriculating to medical school this upcoming fall, but in the meantime, I have been volunteering virtually, playing lots of music, and relaxing with friends and family. I look forward to tutoring more students on Varsity!

...have been tutoring since my Senior year there. I plan to one day be a professor, invigorated to that dream with my love of teaching and working with students. Outside of the classroom, I am a student adviser, a mentor, and a researcher. I advise freshman and help them get acclimated to the college experience. I mentor high school female students interested in STEM. And I work in a Biomedical Engineering lab on campus. I...

I have a Ph.D. in organic chemistry from Johns Hopkins University. During my time there I was a teaching assistant for organic chemistry I and II as well as more advanced organic chemistry classes. I have a deep appreciation for organic chemistry and enjoy helping others understand my favorite subject.

I have a masters degree in biological anthropology from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Oregon. I am a middle school earth science and math teacher. I have taught students from preschool through university level. I enjoy encouraging students to be active participants in their learning and to think critically. I also have an extensive background in primatology and a passion for wildlife conservation.

...PhD in microbiology and immunology. After graduation, I did a fellowship at the National Institutes of Health where I studied viral diseases. I've always had a passion for science and want to utilize that energy to help students gain meaningful understanding of the subject. I grew up in the rural Midwest and did not have opportunities to attend prestigious schools. My parents worked hard to provide us that opportunity and this has granted me motivation...

...who hopes to become a professor of psychology, I strive to create an individually-curated, judgement-free, and engaging space to learn. In my non-profit, I have been educating 4 year olds to adults in environmental issues, social justice, and gardening so I have experience in getting a wide range of ages engaged in education! I used to dread learning, but now that I've been lucky enough to have great teachers, I know how important and fun...

...their needs, and I am dedicated to finding those personalized approaches to help students thrive. As a tutor with experience in math at all levels, from algebra to calculus, I specialize in breaking down complex concepts into manageable steps that build understanding and confidence. I am currently in my last year of my Bachelor of Science program in Biomedical Engineering with minors in Mathematics and Chemistry at Virginia Commonwealth University. My teaching philosophy is rooted...

...began tutoring my peers in high school and fell in love with it ever since. It brings me so much joy knowing that I can help someone reach their full potential. My favorite subjects to tutor are math and organic chemistry, because there are just so many different strategies and approaches towards each problem. It's almost like solving a puzzle. My style when it comes to tutoring is practice heavy, because practice really does make...

I am a global public health and policy veterinarian, veteran, and former linguist living in Washington, DC. I have more than five years of experience tutoring all sciences, English, and MCAT prep, among other subjects. I've lived on five continents and have three dogs and two cats, who are constantly wondering why I come home smelling like flying trapeze chalk.

...and Spanish. I continued to tutor when I was in college. I have also been offering online tutoring for a couple of years now. Online tutoring is probably my favorite way to tutor because it allows me to be more available to you, and I can utilize online tools to make your session with me even better. If you are somebody who prefers in-person lessons, I am still very happy to do that as well....

...and understand another culture. I spent a month in Montpellier, France, where I studied local bilingual education programs, and last summer I conducted independent research in Tours, France for my linguistics honors thesis on French negation patterns. In Tours I also tutored my host family's children in English, and I saw how my linguistics training is perfect for helping language students. Back in the U.S., I worked as a teaching assistant for my university's French...

...high school students in Algebra 1 at the University of Maryland. My favorite subjects to teach are Math and Chemistry. My teaching philosophy is to strengthen my student's basic understanding of subjects and get them to understand the topic rather than just memorize (which unfortunately is how most public schools work). I approach teaching from the perspective that my students should learn not just what to think, but how to think. This way, they can...