Award-Winning Physical Chemistry Tutors serving Newport News, VA

...school Mock Trial team. Tutoring goes best when the student is motivated, and I have two main approaches to motivating my students. First, context- a topic isn't interesting or important 'just because', we have to discover how it's related to our whole world and especially to things the student already knows they care about. Second,...

...someone say that everyone starts out liking math. But they meet that one math teacher or class or even a problem that intimidates them, possibly embarrasses them. And they build a wall and find it hard to continue liking math. I want to show them an easier way to understand the concepts; I want people...

...who has consequently learned firsthand how to successfully study---my tutoring philosophy is that it is critical for a student to understand the "why" of his or her studies. From my experience, once a student can understand why the subject matter is important and see how it relates to other topics, other courses, and, importantly, to...

...where students can meet their full potential, become independent learners and can share their ideas and take risks. I believe that the teacher's role is to act as a guide giving students access to practice skills, and have choices to let their curiosity direct their learning. The students should be active learners and I will...

...love helping struggling students because I have gotten help with several courses that were challenging for me. Receiving tutoring is very beneficial, and when it's done with someone you connect with, it can be enjoyable. I enjoy seeing people that I help receive higher grades and find enjoyment in the subjects. In my spare time,...

...my Bachelor of Science from Christopher Newport University in 2015 where I studied neuroscience, psychology, and chemistry. In 2017 I graduated from The College of William and Mary. I Master of Science with a focus on computational biology. Since graduation, I have extensively studied on my own with the hope of finding and committing to...

...a recent graduate from the University of Connecticut. While studying there for just over three years, I received 2 Bachelors of Science Degrees- one in Chemistry, and the other in Instruction & Curriculum. As part of my Instruction and Curriculum Degree, I have designed and implemented lesson plans in courses for secondary and collegiate levels,...

University of South Carolina. Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Major: Risk Management/Insurance (Pre-medical) Minor: Psychology. Medical Scribe

I am a professional chemist. I have been researching materials chemistry for 4 years with specific interest in plastics. I have taught chemistry for two 2 years and performed well enough to be assigned the more difficult, upper-level labs.

I love explaining things to people - and I've been doing it for about 25 years. I want you to finish a session feeling like: "Wow, that guy really helped me! (plus - what a sense of humor!)

...self-assessment and giving the student the ability not only to find their strengths, but also their weaknesses and give them the skills to overcome those challenges through attainable milestones. I have fostered and tutored three nieces into advanced programs and honor rolls in their schools through my method of engaging their skills with real world...

...a self motivated and hard working that recently graduated with a master's degree in biology. I have previously graduated with my bachelor's degree in biochemistry. I have a lot of experience with most sciences and I understand that the concepts can be very difficult at times if they are not explained properly. Science is an...

...a graduate of James Madison University in Harrisonburg, VA where I received my Bachelor's degree. During my time in school I had the opportunity to study and complete Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Statistics, and Anatomy&Physiology classes. During that time I provided tutoring sessions locally in Harrisonburg as well as overseas during the summer. I try to...

...all, I value creating a comfortable environment where even a timid student can feel comfortable taking chances and making mistakes with the material, free of embarrassment, in the name of improving. As I've said to my students, it makes no sense to struggle silently with a hard subject. If you have a question or need...

I am a current adjunct faculty member at Virginia Peninsula Community College teaching General Chemistry lecture and lab. I have been teaching general and organic chemistry since 2011. I...... I believe that as a teacher, it is my responsibility to challenge, support, and motivate my students in the pursuit of three learning goals: (1) confront misconceptions and anxiety about math and chemistry; (2) ensure that students learn basic math and chemistry concepts to be able to...

...a graduate of North Carolina State University in the discipline of Chemical Engineering. In addition to a deep knowledge of the subject matter I have a passion for encouraging others to understand the world through math and science. I think it's vitally important to remove the intimidation factor associated with mathematics in particular. In my...

...problem sets in and out of the classroom. In my interactions with students, I endeavor to be respectful, especially when dealing with differing opinions arising from scientific reasoning. I encourage my students to think critically, not simply to accept my ideas and opinions. My drive to pursue higher education was due in part to various...

I will make it the ultimate goal of every student I tutor to understand absolutely everything that they have trouble with. I aim to help with critical thinking and inquiry so that the student not only solves the problem, but understands the concepts and where they need to be used.

...State University, I began tutoring entry level science courses as a Dozoretz National Institute of Mathematics and Applied Sciences scholar and enjoyed participating in the Minority Association of Pre-Health Students and the Caribbean Student Association. I also tutored undergraduate level courses to ranging from English to Calculus in our Student Support Services. Off campus, I...

...last six years I have tutored and taught from French to physics and back again. As a bachelor's graduate with a chemistry/physics degree, I know full well what's required to succeed in those subjects. I also know how to face the endless standardized tests and leave the battle in victory, not resignation. I've been speaking...