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I am a Molecular Engineering major at the University of Chicago, I am currently taking time off to focus on other aspects of my career but I don't want to stop tutoring outside college campus!. I am a child of immigrants and have spent my life tutoring my siblings and younger students, and I loved...
University of Chicago
BS

Certified Tutor
2+ years
Thomas earned his biochemistry and molecular biology degree alongside a master's in biology, which means he spent years working through the organic chemistry that underpins enzyme catalysis, metabolic pathways, and drug interactions. That biochemical context gives him a practical angle on topics lik...
Columbia University in the City of New York
AM
Dartmouth College
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Certified Tutor
2+ years
Reaction mechanisms are the backbone of organic chemistry, and the difference between memorizing hundreds of them and actually understanding a handful of core patterns is enormous. Toshiki taught organic chemistry at the college level for years, walking students through arrow-pushing, stereochemistr...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
PhD
University of California-Berkeley
PhD
Certified Tutor
2+ years
As a recent graduate from Cornell University with a degree in biological sciences and someone who plans to attend medical school in the future, my passion and appreciation for the sciences and medicine is something I consider integral to my identity. My favorite subjects to tutor are biology and che...
Cornell University
BS
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Carbon-carbon bond formation is something Chris calls "molecular Legos" — and he's been building with them professionally since his undergraduate research synthesizing novel organic molecules for pharmaceutical applications. His PhD from the University of Chicago centered on palladium-catalyzed reac...
University of Chicago
PhD
University of Idaho
PhD
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Regina George
Regina's engineering background means she learned organic chemistry through the lens of materials and reaction design — understanding how functional group transformations and polymer chemistry connect to real-world applications in aerospace and structural systems. She teaches arrow-pushing by buildi...
University
Bachelor's
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2+ years
Liam
Graduate of St. Louis University with a Degree in Chemical Biology and Pharmacology I know from experience how difficult chemistry and biology can be. These were not topics that just came naturally for me, and during college I had to spend a lot of time sitting down with these topics and trying to ...
Saint Louis University-Main Campus
BS
Certified Tutor
2+ years
Reaction mechanisms are the language of organic chemistry, and Aaron learned to speak it fluently through his B.S. in Chemistry. He unpacks arrow-pushing, stereochemistry, and functional group transformations by emphasizing the electron-level logic behind each step — so students can predict products...
University
Bachelor's
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2+ years
Charles
As a passionate educator with a Doctorate in Biochemistry, Biophysics, and Structural Biology from the University of California, Berkeley, I bring over 25 years of dedicated tutoring and classroom experience to the table. My expertise spans subjects such as Algebra, Chemistry (including Organic and ...
University
Bachelor's
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2+ years
Vikram
Reaction mechanisms can feel like an overwhelming chain of arrows until someone shows you the logic underneath — why a nucleophile attacks here, why this leaving group departs first. Vikram's chemistry coursework at Wesleyan keeps him immersed in organic reaction pathways, and he teaches students to...
Wesleyan University
Bachelor's (in progress)
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Chimdi
Honors Chemistry Tutor • +8 Subjects
I am a chemistry tutor with a solid academic and teaching background, possessing more than seven years of experience in chemistry. Being a tutor is an exciting interaction surpassing anything else I have experienced. I want to continue tutoring because I can positively influence students to reach their full potential academically. Enabling students to understand the basic knowledge and skills they may use for the rest of their lives is mightily rewarding. I have had a tremendously positive experience of both high school and college education. I received a chemistry bachelor's degree at the Cross River University of Technology, Nigeria, and a master's degree in chemistry at East Tennessee State University, TN. As a high school classroom teacher, and a graduate assistant, I taught a Chemistry course and instructed Organic Chemistry laboratory sessions, respectively. These teaching assignments have kindled positive and gratifying responses. The work of Howard Gardner has influenced my learning style. He theorized that we have many kinds of intelligence and that everyone has the potential to be brilliant but tends to express it uniquely. Therefore, all students have a unique learning style that is suitable for them. As a tutor, I can meet my students' academic needs provided I know their right learning style. Outside teaching, I volunteer in my local church youth weekly program to set up the gym so that the youths could have some fun games before listening to Bible-based teaching. I believe the spiritual well-being of an individual is just as important as their academic success. Volunteering my time to something that makes young people spiritually and mentally fit is fulfilling. Having decided to teach, I look forward to working as a tutor. It will be an honor to make a real difference in the life of those I tutor.
Dinesh
Inorganic Chemistry Tutor • +4 Subjects
I am a chemistry Ph.D. graduate of the Wayne State University. I have also been tutoring chemistry for more than six years. With my extensive experience, I'm able to help struggling students and improve their knowledge in various fields of chemistry. I enjoy teaching and seeing student's progress. During my spare time, I travel and read books.
Ava
AP Chemistry Tutor • +5 Subjects
As a passionate tutor with a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from James Madison University, I have over 2 years of experience helping students excel in subjects such as chemistry, biology, and mathematics. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and exploring complex concepts. I believe that every student has the potential to succeed, and I strive to connect with them by tailoring my approach to their individual learning styles. My goal is not just to improve grades, but to cultivate a genuine interest in the sciences.
Vinay
Organic Chemistry Tutor • +1 Subjects
I graduated from the University of Waterloo in 2009 with a BSc. in Biology, with a specialization in molecular biology and microbiology (in 2009), and earned a microbial-ecology MSc. (also from the University of Waterloo) in 2017. Since graduation, I've tutored subjects (and by extension, students) anywhere between middle school math and science up to middle/upper-year undergraduate biology and chemistry courses, in the form of both single-session reviews on individual topics and ongoing course-long support alike. While my specialty obviously lies in university biology (specifically micro- and molecular biology), I'm quite comfortable with several other undergraduate bioscience and bioscience-adjacent courses (e.g. human physiology, introductory organic chemistry, community ecology, etc.). I'm also quite comfortable with the Ontario high school chemistry and biology curricula, as well as grade 9 through 11 high school math, having professionally tutored all these subjects also. On a related (but less-specifically-academic) subject, I also completed both my undergraduate and graduate studies while dealing with ADHD and clinical depression - the former of which was only diagnosed during the last year of my undergrad, and the latter of which was only diagnosed during my graduate studies. Consequently, I'm quite familiar with the difficulties that both conditions can cause a student, especially one who is already struggling, and I can give advice based on my own experience in dealing with these conditions if you think it might help you. In regards to my teaching philosophy, my first and foremost goal is to help you *understand* the material. What that means, in general, is that I'll be happy to provide a review for any material you might be having difficulty with, to provide catch-up lectures on any subjects which you might have had trouble absorbing the first time, or to answer (given some advance notice) specific questions you have about aspects of the subject material or its application, complete with step-by-step solution methods or how-to examples as need be. In general, the form this takes will depend on what you think will work best for you - my default approach is to give brief recap-lectures covering any topics of interest, interspersed with example questions to make sure that you understand each new concept as we come to it. If you have completed tests or assignments, I'll happily work through them with you so you can ensure you won't make the same mistake twice. Similarly, I can help walk you through some common METHODS of solving the problem and point out any potential mistakes as you work through a question, although obviously I can't solve problems for you. (Quite apart from the whole 'cheating' thing - which is bad enough - giving you the answers is effectively the complete opposite of helping you understand the material.) As an important consequence of this understanding-focused tutoring style, I do have to warn you: if you ask me a question, my first response will very often be to ask you what you THINK the answer is, and ask you to work through your response OUT LOUD so that I can follow along. It's important that you understand: I'm not doing this because I don't know the answer, to pick on you, to make you feel bad, or anything of the sort. I am asking you the question because I can't read your mind - I need information about what part of a subject or topic you don't understand, and working through problems out loud like that is one of the best tools I've ever encountered to understand what exact part of a subject we need to focus on. Furthermore, while I understand that a teacher taking this approach can understandably be embarrassing, stressful, or anxiety-inducing when you're in the middle of a class, in a one-on-one tutoring session, nobody's going to be there but us, and you're not being marked or judged - I just need to know what you don't understand before I can help you understand it. (Generally speaking, most of my students find this pretty obvious, and really, so do I - but I want to put the warning up front anyway, just in case.)
Abdullah
Organic Chemistry Tutor • +4 Subjects
Hi! My name is Abdullah. I am a University of Georgia Biology and Psychology double major graduate, and an incoming resident physician. My personal tutoring philosophy is trying my best to create a collaborative learning environment, and making a conscious effort to tailor the educational process to personal need of each student. I tutored Organic Chemistry, General Chemistry, and Spanish for the UGA department of academic enhancement for 2 and a half years until I graduated. I have also tutored MCAT, and provide guidance for the entire premedical application process. I look forward to working with you :)!
Katherine
Organic Chemistry Tutor
I am a person who genuinely enjoys both writing and chemistry (especially organic). To most people, this seems like an odd combination but for me it's natural. I have been able to leverage both of these skills in order to obtain a PhD in organic chemistry. Also, I have written a couple of articles about chemistry on Medium. Understandably, some students struggle in these areas and I would like to help. When I am working with students, I like to be flexible with my teaching approach. During our first session, the student and I will set goals for our time together and we will discuss your learning style. In the subsequent sessions, student and I will work together to develop a learning environment that will help you Education: - Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from the University of Notre Dame (2014) - B.S. in Biochemistry from Xavier University of Louisiana (2008) Experience: 1. 5 years working as a lecture teaching assistant for general chemistry I and organic chemistry I and II at the University of Notre Dame 2. 1 year experience tutoring a high school student in chemistry (1 hour per week) 3. 6 years experience in helping undergraduate students understand organic chemistry and biology
Anjali
Organic Chemistry Tutor
My name is Anjali! I am a senior at Duke University studying global health and biology on the pre-medicine track. I take mostly stem classes at Duke, including biology, general chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry. In high school, I particularly enjoyed taking classes like AP Chemistry, AP biology, AP psychology, anatomy and physiology, and I received an AP scholar with distinction award as a result. With this focus in primarily STEM classes, I am able to help with a range of science based subjects but specialize in organic chemistry a little more than the others. I have experience instructing at Mathnasium, being able to help with a range of math levels from elementary math to high school level math. Because of my time there, I know how important a good understanding of any material depends on an instructor's ability to convey and I want to be able to help others just as my favorite professors have helped me. In terms of teaching, I like to introduce the subject of interest in a broad way with more conceptualization before focusing on certain problems that are good for comprehension. I think problem solving and understanding one's train of thought is one of the most beneficial ways to succeed in science and math so step by step problem solving is something I like to spend time on. However, my method can easily be adjusted to fit a students individual needs. I also tend to tutor with my Ipad, so it is easy for me to teach in a visual manner. I want to be able to help my students as much as possible, so any additional suggestions or resources can easily be implemented. I would also love to assist any high schoolers with the college application process and writing essays, as it is something I like to do! I am easy to reach and will try my hardest to provide the fastest responses. Feel free to contact me with any questions or for a lesson!
Jerry
Organic Chemistry Tutor • +1 Subjects
I am a dedicated educator with a love of learning. I have experience working with students from varying backgrounds and levels ranging from kindergarten to graduate school. I am known for my patience and understanding. My teaching method is to encourage students with hints and guidance guiding them to learn according to their own pace and abilities. I have an undergraduate degree in chemistry from Harvard University and a PhD in organic chemistry from UC San Diego, where I studied natural products synthesis. In addition to my academic credentials, I have many years of real world experience working in the biotechnology sector.
Kathleen
Cell Biology Tutor • +19 Subjects
I have a Ph.D. in Molecular Pathology & Immunology from Vanderbilt University and a Bachelors degree in Chemistry & Biology from the University of Arkansas. I'm passionate about teaching, but even more about helping students find the curiosity in learning. I consider myself a life-long learner and hope to inspire others to find the same joy and curiosity. I have experience in teaching at the collegiate/graduate level as well as with middle school/high school students. I spent a lot of time in graduate school learning how to communicate effectively with many audiences and am eager to put those skills to use. My communication and teaching skills are consistently ranked as a strength, and I even have a few awards to show it. My specialty is in advanced-level biomedical sciences (immunology, pathology, microbiology, genetics, etc.), but I tutor high school biology upward, as well as high-school and college-level chemistry (General & Organic). I have a lot of experience in science writing/communication and am happy to offer tutoring on writing (essays, college/graduate school admission, journal articles, etc). Feel free to reach out with any questions! I have a flexible schedule and will get back to you ASAP!
Terry
Pre-Calculus Tutor • +9 Subjects
Hi, I recently earned my Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Purdue University and have entered the private sector. In my program, I found that teaching and instructing students was very enjoyable and I wish to continue that by being a tutor. I have been a successful tutor for over a decade and know how to instruct to a variety of different skill sets and learning abilities.
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Organic Chemistry is challenging because it requires visualizing molecules in 3D space and understanding reaction mechanisms that aren't immediately intuitive. Many students struggle with memorization overload, trying to learn hundreds of reactions without grasping the underlying principles of how and why they occur.
Personalized tutoring addresses this by helping you move beyond rote memorization to understand the core concepts—like electron behavior, molecular interactions, and reaction patterns. Once you see the logic behind reactions, the material becomes far more manageable and retention improves dramatically.
Organic Chemistry is fundamentally about spatial reasoning—understanding how atoms are positioned in 3D and how they move during reactions. Expert tutors use multiple visualization strategies, including drawing mechanisms step-by-step on whiteboards, using molecular models, and working through resonance structures until the concepts click.
Rather than passively reading structures in a textbook, you'll actively construct and manipulate them with guidance, which builds the mental visualization skills that are essential for success on exams and in the lab.
Memorizing reactions is a dead end—there are far too many to memorize, and exams test your ability to predict new reactions you haven't seen before. Understanding mechanisms means learning why a reaction happens: how nucleophiles attack, how carbocations form and rearrange, and how different functional groups behave.
Tutors focus on teaching you to think like an organic chemist, recognizing patterns and predicting outcomes based on fundamental principles. This approach not only works better for exams but also prepares you for advanced chemistry, biochemistry, and laboratory work where applying concepts matters far more than recall.
Organic Chemistry underpins pharmaceuticals, materials science, polymers, food chemistry, and countless other fields. Making these connections helps motivation and retention—it's much easier to remember a concept when you understand why it matters.
Great tutors weave real-world context into lessons, explaining how reaction mechanisms apply to drug design, how stereochemistry affects drug efficacy, or how polymers are synthesized. These connections transform abstract concepts into tangible knowledge and help you see why you're learning this material.
The best Organic Chemistry tutors have strong chemistry backgrounds and, ideally, lab experience. More importantly, they can explain complex mechanisms clearly, ask probing questions to identify gaps in your understanding, and teach you how to approach problems systematically rather than memorize solutions.
You want someone who emphasizes conceptual understanding over memorization, uses multiple explanation methods (drawing, models, analogies), and can adjust their teaching style to match how you learn. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in meeting students where they are and building genuine mastery.
Organic Chemistry exams test conceptual reasoning and problem-solving, not just recall. Personalized tutoring focuses on your specific weak points—whether that's stereochemistry, synthesis planning, or reaction prediction—rather than generic review.
Tutors work with you on practice problems similar to exam questions, teach you strategies for tackling unfamiliar reactions, and help you develop the systematic approach that leads to consistent answers. This targeted preparation typically leads to significant score improvements and genuine confidence going into exams.
Yes. The lecture component focuses on theory and mechanisms, while the lab component tests your ability to apply those concepts in practice—carrying out reactions, analyzing results, and troubleshooting when things don't go as planned. Both require understanding, not just following procedures.
Expert tutors help strengthen your conceptual foundation so lab work makes sense, teach you how to think through experimental design and error analysis, and help you see connections between the reactions you study in lecture and what you observe in the lab. This integrated approach leads to stronger performance across both components.
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