Award-Winning Physical Chemistry Tutors serving Catalina Foothills, AZ

I am a physical chemist with 14 years of industrial experience, one year of US government experience, 15 years of undergraduate chemistry teaching experience, 5 years of postdoctoral experience, and 20 years of military experience.

I have been tutoring for over two years. My main subjects are any math below calculus 2 and general chemistry. But, I have done some tutoring for English and reading as well! I am currently a freshman at The University of Arizona and I'm working on a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering. I'm very outgoing and I always try to adjust my teaching style based on how the student learns best!

I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Science in Physics. I work with students in a variety of subjects, including Math, Physics, and Chemistry. I have experience working with students on the Autism spectrum and with ADHD.

I enjoy helping others learn and understand what they are being taught. There is no right or wrong to do something.

...passion for education and a commitment to excellence, I strive to create detailed, tailored, and comprehensive learning materials that foster growth, critical thinking, and confidence. I understand that each student is unique, and I believe in providing a personalized approach that integrates their academic goals with the skills and knowledge required for future success in their chosen careers. Whether it's preparing for rigorous exams, mastering core subjects, or cultivating specific skills for career advancement, my...

...for my fundamentals of engineering exam to become an EIT. Taking this time off has allowed me to get back into tutoring, which was a huge passion of mine while I was in school. As a tutor in a community college environment, I got to work with people from a wide range of backgrounds and age groups. I have experience tutoring arithmetic, algebra, calculus, both calculus and algebra-based physics, statics, dynamics, and mechanics of materials....

...the difficulties many students undergo during the semester and with my guidance I can help students understand difficult concepts in interactive and collaborative new ways. I am passionate about helping others, I believe in guiding students to find their own way of learning, to develop transferable skills they can use in the future. Each of us learn in a different way, it is just a matter of finding what best works for us.

...with the goal of teaching high school math and science. Since high school I have been tutoring my classmates in math and science and while I enjoyed tutoring in these areas, I found that I was most passionate about teaching Calculus and General Chemistry. In helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests, together we always seem to have the most fun (with remarkable advancements) prepping for the Critical Reading and Writing portions of the exams....

...of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, where I obtained my B.Sc. in Chemistry. My passion and enthusiasm in the subject matter and my interest in helping others to understand it, has helped me immensely to develop the "teacher" in me. Thereafter, I started my graduate career in 2010 at the University of Arizona where I obtained a master's degree in chemistry. My performance has always exceeded the high standards set by the teaching assistant and laboratory course...

...with an emphasis on Behavior and Evolutionary Biology, and as such my favorite subjects to tutor are science related. I feel that success in a subject is directly related to an individuals interest in that subject, so my first goal is to always help a student discover what they think is interesting about the subject. Once an interest is formed, appreciation and understanding easily develop. My approach to tutoring subjects that center around problem solving,...

I recently completed grad school with a degree in geology. I have a broad background in the physical science and math. I look forward to helping you out with standardized tests, math through calculus, chemistry, and physics.... Anyone can master any subject with enough time and the right teacher.... I ask the student what they think they are having issues with and work through some general practice problems to try and determine exactly what subjects need...

...the Chemical Engineering Honor Society. From that experience I learned that having a solid understanding of the basics is the best way to learn new concepts. As a current student I understand the struggles that many of you are dealing with. I can bring a fresh perspective to these topics, and share what helped me to succeed in these courses. Outside of school and work I like to hike, cook, and play soccer.

...Pima Community College. Starting my junior year of college, I become a tutor for Pima, as well as a golf coach for The First Tee of Tucson. I love passing on my knowledge and skills to people in need. During my time at Pima, I found myself the most helpful when I tutor in Chemistry and Math. Math is a subject that has a special place in my heart; chemistry can be related to our...

...Chemistry and Mathematics courses. Calculus, however, is my favorite subject to tutor, as it marked the point in my academic career where I began to actually enjoy math. My tutoring style is one that values fundamental understanding and critical thinking. I would rather a student walk away with a deeper understanding of their material, rather than a list of memorized steps. On a more personal note, when I am not pursuing math and science, I...

...am excited to help you achieve you or your students academic goals. I received my Bachelors degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Arizona. I am also currently pursuing my Masters in Environmental Engineering. I have multiple years of experience tutoring and am presently teaching high school juniors. I am very patient, passionate about my field, and understand every student learns differently. I look forward to helping you master your goals!

I have 5+ years of experience working in STEM education, specifically for Biology and Math. I have worked with both middle school and college-level students. My goal is to create an encouraging and nurturing environment so that students are able to find the fun that is intrinsic to learning.

...over ten years of lab and field based applications of chemistry, biology, and engineering principles to help achieve environmental quality standards. I have held project management positions responsible for the development and execution of standard operating procedures, health and safety plans, data collection, analysis, and summarization. Analyses and research has been conducted on regulated and emerging organic and inorganic contaminants in soils, submerged sediments, drinking water, wastewater, surface water and ground water systems around the...

...Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. My teaching experience spans several years and age groups. As a high school student, I volunteered as a teaching assistant for a middle school science class. During college, I spent six months as a GED tutor, working with adults. Later, I spent two years as an Organic Chemistry Laboratory teaching assistant. I am a friendly and outgoing person, and I really enjoy teaching and sharing my knowledge with...

...I had the opportunity to tutor peers and underclassmen both within and outside of school. Over the years, I've developed a strong enthusiasm for STEM educationparticularly in mathematics and the sciencesthough I'm also capable of supporting students in English when needed. I believe that learning is most effective when supported by others, whether through teachers, mentors, or peers. Having personally benefited from tutoring, I'm committed to helping students overcome academic challenges and discover their own...

...in Cognitive Science and Biochemistry & Cell Biology. I have served on admissions interview committees for Rice and Baylor College of Medicine, have mentored and edited essays for numerous college and graduate school applicants, and served as a private tutor and classroom instructor for Advanced Biology and Chemistry courses for 3+ years. I am passionate about creating custom, individualized teaching plans for each student. Feel free to reach out for any math, science, or admissions-related...