Award-Winning Organic Chemistry Tutors serving New Haven, CT

...education. When I am not buried in a book I enjoy Mountain Biking, Sailing, and Kayaking. I have studied Biochemistry for two years at SUNY Geneseo, and I am currently transitioning to a career path in Health Sciences closer to home. I believe I stand out as a tutor because I avoid mindless memorization and instead propose simple examples that explain why and how we come up with an answer. I was born with a...

...school and a public alternative high school; the last 5 years at a regular high school. My greatest strengths lie in working with children who face challenges to success like learning disabilities and behavioral issues. My favorite subjects are Genetics, and Anatomy and Physiology. My philosophy on tutoring is that everyone can learn. You just have to find the right mix of interest, confidence and presentation. I am willing to work with clients both in...

...I have conducted research at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health where I studied the pathogenic load of enteric diseases. I studied molecular features of aging in humans, primates, and mice as a Postbaccalaureate Fellow at the National Institute on Aging. I enjoy helping people, which is mirrored by my volunteerism with the Trevor Project, American Cancer Society (ACS), and hospice volunteering. I am excited and enthusiastic about helping my students better understand...

I'm an analytical chemist that has experience primarily tutoring for college general chemistry. I also love teaching about math and science in general. I have a Bachelors of Science in Chemistry from Western Kentucky University. I also have a Masters of Science in Chemistry and a PhD in Chemistry from The Ohio State University with an emphasis in analytical chemistry.

...and my parents need my help here at home. I attended Stony Brook University and graduated in 2012 with a dual degree in biochemistry and health care management. I then went on to pursue a Master's in Biology at Mississippi College. I received a score of 30 on my MCAT with my breakdown being 9/10/11 (B/P/V). I've successfully completed almost all of the coursework for medical school as well save for three or four courses...

...I believe that I channel these strengths effectively as a tutor in order to allow me to form connections with what the students value most, and mold lessons that will provide a valuable platform to synthesize the material. Equally as important is understanding weaknesses and being able to target those during sessions. I realized this the most while studying for the MCAT (medical school admissions exam) and found that targeting my weaknesses was one of...

...time was invaluable and taught me the importance of higher education. When I returned to college, I worked while studying full time, and I was able to graduate in four years, right on time. I enjoy working with younger people and motivating them to do their best in their academic endeavors. I will do my very best to help your student with their educational needs and hopefully impart my love of math and science to...

...that the best teachers make learning engaging and exciting. I am an incoming junior at Smith College, majoring in Biology and minoring in Chemistry, hoping to pursue a research career in developmental biology working with the zebrafish model. I have experience teaching biology in classroom settings through several month-long internships/work opportunities in classroom and lab settings. My strengths are patience, endurance, and organizational skills. I am most interested in teaching 5th-college levels in subjects of...

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...years old. In my free time, I am an avid soccer player and music fanatic (particularly alternative/independent rock). I am extremely passionate about teaching (both my brother and mother are teachers) and truly look forward to sharing some of the tools I have developed along the road with others. I know personally of the successes and, unfortunately, failures that have faced me upon my academic path and believe my down-to-earth and empathetic style makes me...

...with the students I tutor is to help every student master their subject matter in the quickest / most efficient way possible. As educators, it doesn't make sense to give a student a fish but rather to teach them to fish for themselves. For this reason, I believe there are two types of students: those who make excuses and those who find a way. I believe in the power of determination and a hard work...

...time spent as a postdoctoral researcher and research scientist, I supervised undergraduates starting their own research careers. The most valuable lesson that I have learned in my career is not to be afraid to make mistakes. Struggling through a subject can force a student to see problems from different perspectives, which leads to more confidence and better problem solving ability. The trick is to filter out the stress of struggling and focus on acquiring the...

...comfortable asking questions, no matter their background or confidence level in the subject. In addition to academic tutoring, I've also developed strong interpersonal and communication skills through my involvement in leadership roles and volunteer work, including crisis intervention and peer advising. These experiences have strengthened my ability to connect with people, listen actively, and provide thoughtful, student-centered support. Altogether, I bring a strong academic background, over two years of tutoring experience, and a genuine desire...

...have many publications with them in some of the top scientific journals in the world. I have also been fascinated by world history and it has been a very strong interest of mine for many years. Additionally, during my time as a graduate student, I was required to teach the laboratory portions of college biology and advanced biochemistry. I was very pleased to learn at the end of the courses, that my students felt I...

...I was the highest ranked female student in my high school class. Because of my education, I have a strong and advanced background in many STEM subjects like Biology, Chemistry, Engineering and Mathematics! My philosophy is rooted in love and acceptance. The enjoyment and happiness of my students is my priority. I tend to regularly integrate my students into all parts of the virtual sessions and truly pay attention to their aspirations.

...I thrive on learning new things and love to share that passion with students and colleagues. My first language is English, but speak primarily Spanish in my household. I am working on my Italian mastery and hope to learn German next. My long term goal is to teach at a university level and eventually work towards a doctoral degree. I look forward to seeing what each new student has to offer, and help them develop...

Graduate (3.9 GPA) from the University of Connecticut in chemical engineering. Four years of tutoring experience. Seeking to help students, much like the tutors who helped me become accepted to an MD program at my top medical school choice.

...mechanical engineering and chemistry with a computer science minor at Duke University. I have 6+ years of tutoring experience from middle school to the college level. With a major GPA of 3.96/4.00 while overloading on classes, I have the experience to show you how to absorb the material quickly and effectively to make time for other classes/activities. In addition, I can help make studying be less of a chore! There are many studies that suggest...

...for exams, and figure out how to manage it all. I tutor biology, organic chemistry, systems physiology, and NREMT content. Out of all of those, organic chemistry is my favorite, it's like solving a puzzle once you get the hang of it, and I love helping students see how it all fits together. My approach to tutoring is simple: practice makes perfect. I believe that with enough repetition, encouragement, and the right mindset, anyone can...

...a leadership role, organizing our teaching team while spearheading an initiative to train fellow teaching assistants in pedagogical techniques that I learned in a course I took on the art of teaching. Lastly, in an ethics of medicine course of non-STEM majors, I prepared and facilitated discussion sections on current topics in personalized medicine. These experiences, combined with my time as a teaching assistant in correctional facilities, helped me grow as a varsity tutor now...