Award-Winning Organic Chemistry Tutors serving Oak Lawn, IL

I enjoy teaching and tutoring people and to become great. It's my passion to always help other become successful.

...student myself, I know how science courses are often seen as challenging, intimidating, or even weed-out courses, and I am extremely passionate about helping my students to overcome the difficulties they might have with the subjects, helping them succeed in their academic careers, and gain the confidence in their knowledge and skills. I approach each students needs individually and provide comfortable and engaging environment for learning. I encourage active participation, and help students become a...

...Since becoming fluent in Spanish, I've continued to pursue my love of languages by studying Arabic and Mandarin Chinese in school, as well as picking up German from my Austrian family and French from my travels. I'm currently teaching myself Russian with the online learning software Duolingo. Chemistry has always been my favorite of the three core sciences, as it's more concretely observable than much of modern physics, but more connected to underlying physical principles...

...someone’s congenial grandfather with his sweater vest and deep belly laugh; Dr. Edgar had vast knowledge of organic chemistry and taught with such patience and enthusiasm for the subject that he would even attract the attention of passersby in the hallway. He always made an effort to build a rapport with his students, and taught them how even the seemingly uninteresting parts can be cool, too. I’ve taken Dr. Edgar’s philosophy on teaching to heart...

...learning. My high school Chemistry teacher was a great educator, as well as a spiritual mentor. My Junior and Senior English teacher helped me go from an average writer to one who truly loves to write (which is good because my graduate program requires a lot of it). Most of all, my mother, a 30+ high school and elementary teacher has constantly kept learning and education in my life as long as I can remember....

...is my success. I've been teaching in one form or another since I was a teenagerfrom Kung Fu to chemistry labs to mentoring PhDs in clinical settingsand I've learned that if you can't explain something clearly, you probably don't fully understand it. I hold a B.S. in Chemistry and an M.S. in Biochemistry from DePaul University, and I bring a practical, patient, and interactive approach to tutoring. Whether it's chemistry or biology, I focus on...

...I could be at the top of my class when I was in middle school. I was averaging Bs mostly, and I never felt the passion to complain to my teachers to receive one additional point in the hopes of receiving a B+. I spent my days watching TV, playing games, and hanging out with my friends. But I've had a moment of change. A BIG CHANGE of my life that brought me to who...

...requires motivation. As your tutor, I can help teach you specific course material as well as more general study techniques that will keep you motivated to learn. As an undergraduate, my primary focus of study was in neurobiology. I have a confident grasp of introductory and intermediate biochemistry, organic chemistry, genetics, and microbiology. Additionally, I am proficient in undergraduate general and cognitive psychology. Currently, I am available to tutor college students in select biology and...

...environmental pollution on public health. I eventually received a graduate scholarship from the Society of Women's Engineers to complete my Master of Systems & Controlling Engineering degree from Case Western Reserve University. I have always been committed to helping students and started tutoring in college and throughout my career as a professional engineer and scientist before transitioning into full time teaching at the university level. I also created engineering/science/mathematics programs between NASA, Oberlin College and...

...assistant for organic chemistry labs has equipped me with the skills to guide students through complex concepts with patience and clarity. I specialize in high school chemistry and employ interactive teaching methods to foster engagement and understanding. I am passionate about making science accessible and relevant, tailoring my lessons to meet students where they are and helping them get where they want to be. I look forward to inspiring the next generation of scientists!

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...Neurological sciences, which equipped me with advanced pedagogical techniques and an in-depth understanding of diverse learning styles. Over the past years, I have worked as a tutor for high school and college students, specializing in Communication, biological sciences, MCAT subjects, physics, basic and organic chemistry . My approach to tutoring is student-centered, focusing on identifying individual learning needs and tailoring my methods accordingly. This personalized approach has proven successful, evidenced by the significant improvement in...

...been a personal tutor for 5 years. My teaching experience has given me insight into how students benefit from laying an early foundation in basic concepts to set them up for success in more advanced topics as an organic course proceeds. I have helped write problem sets and test questions for undergraduate level organic courses and will allow me to give examples of real problems a professor may incorporate into an exam. I always like...

...2015 I graduated from DePaul University with a degree in Chemistry. During the course of my degree I taught multiple classes and was a walk-in tutor for the Science and Math learning center.In my years of being a teacher and a student I've found there is always more than one way to explain any given subject. Moreover,since everyone comes from a different background some explanations make more sense than others to different people. With me...

Recent grad out of Texas A&M (Dec 2017) with BS Economics. Math and Economics classes are my strongsuit and have taken chemistry classes as well. Hobbies include playing/watching sports and traveling.

...I started tutoring students in high school and continued during college. While I tutor a variety of topics, I especially enjoy teaching science and math. My teaching philosophy is all about engaging interest in the topic the student is learning by tailoring each lesson specific to each students' needs. I believe in supporting students while also simultaneously challenging them are key to their success. In order to for a student to demonstrate improvement and growth,...

...to tailor my tutoring methods to suit your unique needs. My personal qualifications include achieved an ACT score of 34, placing me in the 99th percentile nationally. This accomplishment reflects my deep understanding of the exam's content, structure, and strategies. I have honed my skills and can effectively guide you through the intricacies of the SAT and ACT, helping you develop the necessary confidence and competence to excel. Moreover, my academic journey has revolved around...

...my core and my goal is to impart that same wisdom to anyone who wants help in their classes. I received an undergraduate education at the University of California Los Angeles from 2008 - 2012, w here I earned a degree in Microbiology, Immunology, and Molecular Genetics. Here I earned a prestigious University Research Program Scholarship with the Oppenheimer Foundation for one year. I also performed research for the Howard Hughes Foundation one year later....

...grade all the way to collegiate level courses. I have tutored Math/ELA for elementary school students, and have tutored Introductory Chemistry (Semesters 1 + 2), Organic Chemistry (Semesters 1 + 2), Introductory Physics (Kinematics + Electromagnetism), and Biochemistry. My favorite subject to tutor is biochemistry - it is the subject I most enjoyed in school and what spurred me to pursue a career in medicine. My teaching philosophy can be summed up with two quotes:...

...the way. My absolute favorite quote and mantra is "I can't promise to fix all of your problems, but I can promise you won't face them all alone." When I'm not studying, tutoring, and counseling, you can probably find me running or doing yoga. I also love to write for my blog, read new books, and spend time with my siblings and few close friends. My favorite color is purple, if I could live on...