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...believe in getting to know my student. Each one is unique, and I personalize my lesson plans according to a student's learning style and academic needs. Throughout my four years of tutoring General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Biology at UC Berkeley, I always try to emphasize the importance of strong study habits and strategies. My sessions tend to be relaxed and personable, but also efficient. I am passionate about education and I try to instill...

...have over thirty years of experience teaching and explaining science to students ranging in age from 15 to 40. That includes high school students, college students, medical students, and even working professionals trying to learn new things. A high school student has a career of 50 years ahead of him or her. Think of how the world has changed technologically over the past 50 years. Watch an episode of "Mad Men" if you need a...

...tutoring sessions in general chemistry, organic chemistry, calculus, and all levels of algebra. I worked in the Math and Science tutoring center on campus at SJCC last semester where I tutored students one-on-one in all levels of math and chemistry. Chemistry is my absolute favorite subject to tutor. It is so exciting to get to share a learning moment with a student, and the harder the topic, the more fulfilling the moment. Chemistry is such...

As a UC Berkeley graduate with medical school aspirations, tutoring and teaching is a natural transition. I have experience with all age groups (elementary to post-college) and enjoy the process of creating true understanding along with building strong relationships with my students. If I can share even a fraction of my love of science, math and other subjects with students I know progress will be made!... Using guided questions and creating a strong knowledge foundation to help every individual learn the best way possible for them!

...tutoring science and math subjects given my predilection for engineering. As an undergraduate, I was a teaching assistant for the Economics Department where I taught lower and upper division sections along with hosting individual office hours. Herein I learned that the best method to convey complex concepts is through customized practice problems that increase in difficulty and the number of interrelated topics they test. In addition to tutoring, I also volunteer at SundayFriends in San...

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