Award-Winning Science Tutors serving Chester County, PA

...experiences teaching a diverse student population, I have come to realize that a fear of learning difficult material is a major roadblock to successful science learning for many students. I strive to improve science education by making science seem more accessible to students and reinforcing the “big picture” of a particular lesson before delving into the fine details. I am confident that this approach will lead to long term success in retaining scientific knowledge and...

...Architect. I also teach as an adjunct professor at Philadelphia University in the Landscape Architecture program. Through Varsity Tutors, I tutor many subjects related to engineering, math, science, art, ecology, and the environment. I love to work with students on strategies to learn math and geometry, particularly focusing on strategies that involve physical and visual learning. I am an active and hardworking individual who loves working with others to solve problems, which directly translates in...

...originally from the Pacific Northwest. I came to Philly 4 years ago to experience a brand new scene, one I'd only heard was rough around the edges but filled with soul. Since then I've fallen in love with the city and hope to embody the genuine and organically fiery spirit instilled in the people here. Wherever I am though I'll always retain the subdued spirit of the forests, mountains, and water of the Pacific Northwest.

My passion for education and interest in helping students is the perfect combination to serve as a tutor. I have a wide range of knowledge in subjects related to science, math, life sciences, public health and writing. I additionally have counseled high school students through the college application process and can provide valuable study skills and organization tips from my educational experiences. ... During the first session, I will meet with the student and discuss what...

...for a year through a program called Community School Student Partnerships. I am dedicated to making difficult material more accessible and engaging to students who are struggling in an imperfect educational environment, and also to fostering literacy, writing and critical thinking skills that can be applied to all subjects and beyond. I am a research assistant at the Positive Psychology Center at the University of Pennsylvania, and in my free time, I enjoy theater, traveling...

College student driven to help other students excel academically. I personally like teaching through real world examples and through doing practice problems to gain understanding.... I typically teach by offering examples to gain understanding. I also enjoy offering additional problems to work through so that the student feels completely comfortable with the coursework.

...University in mathematics and I earned my Masters Degree in education from West Chester University. My goal is to develop confidence in the students who struggle with mathematics and teach them strategies on how to approach a problem which they do not understand. I also want to empower my students with a variety of approaches on how to solve a problem. Mathematics has many rules which students need to know and be able to apply....

I have been teaching for over 17 years. My biggest joy in teaching is helping students achieve what I call the "A HA" moment- that moment when they finally understand a concept or solve a complex problem. Let me help your child achieve their "A HA" moment.... My goal as a teacher is to help every student reach their fullest potential. I will work one-on-one with your student to help them work hard and achieve their...

...reading when I was in high school and have been tutoring on/off ever since. Most recently, I have tutored high school students in Biology, Chemistry and Algebra. My favorite subject to tutor is Biology because it explains so much of nature and of human life. I love to cater my teaching style according to my student's need by making the subject matter interesting for them and relating it to the things that interest them the...

...of subjects, including Algebra, Spanish I/II, ESL and Biology (SAT II, AP, and MCAT). My tutoring style is personal and interactive. Learning as a student, I was deeply gratified by the teachers who inspired my interest in science and had the faith to invest in my talents. While teaching my own students, I have enjoyed instilling the same love of learning as well as an attitude to persevere through their own challenges. I acknowledge that...

...for the Bucks County Playhouse in New Hope, PA. While I am most adept at Physics, Astronomy and Math, I have always had a passion for English Grammar, proofreading and editing. That same love of English helps me when trying to communicate mathematical and scientific ideas to those for whom the sciences are a struggle. Conversely, I feel that my science background helps me teach English to people who excel more in the sciences. In...

...always been the saying "see one, do one, TEACH one. Education has always been important in my family; and all four of my kids are graduates of the UC system. They all experienced the trials and tribulations of SATs, National Merit, AP courses, etc. In my spare time I have built lifted off-road four wheel drive vehicles, every desktop computer we have owned from components, have mastered unusual computer programs such as AutoCad, and have...

Hi! My name is Andrea and I am a Temple University student. I have recently interned for the School District of Philadelphia at their newly opened and innovated high school. I have experience with teaching preschool, tutoring reading, writing, math, and Spanish. My goal is to teach special education someday. I would love to hear from you if you feel as if this would be a match!... My teaching philosophy is that each child requires a...

...Biology and Chemistry. My experience of preparing for the MCAT exam (and scoring in the 94th percentile) motivated me to help other students struggling to prepare for this Standardized Test. I am very passionate about learning and obtaining knowledge and believe it to be absolutely necessary in order to thrive in every aspect of your life; therefore, I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students with patience and dedication.

...important to me. My older brother has low-functioning autism; throughout my childhood, I would help him with life skills and academics. I am a biology student at The Pennsylvania State University in my second year. I tutor subjects such as Science, English, and Algebra, but my favorite would have to be Spanish. I introduce different learning styles to students based on their respective needs. Outside of the classroom, I love going to the gym, spending...

...a degree in chemical engineering, I am currently an online high school science teacher, but I have experience teaching Algebra 1, 2, and Geometry, Chemistry, Biology, Trigonometry, Physical Science, Personal Finances, Business Math, Entrepreneurship and Calculus. I have tutored for many years for many subjects but especially for college undergraduate students with advanced math and science classes. I have ensured academic success for previous middle, high school, and college students. I also encourage confidence when...

...During my junior year of high school, I volunteered at an under-resourced charter school in Germantown, Philadelphia where I tutored third grade students in math and reading. I soon learned to love working with kids, and decided to work as a camp counselor at a sleep-away sports camp in Brackney, Pennsylvania, the following two summers. At Varsity tutors I tutor elementary and middle school level math, reading, and writing, although I love teaching math the...

...reason why Jorge was behind is because he was dyslexic and being bilingual in English and Spanish sometimes made reading and writing even more confusing for him. Luckily, I am also bilingual in English and Spanish because I'm Venezuelan, and was able to give him the extra resources he needed to improve his reading comprehension and his academic confidence. I believe that every person has the ability to excel academically, and I strive to be...

I graduated in May 2021 from the University of Iowa College of Nursing, a top 10 nursing school in the country. I averaged a 4.0 throughout nursing school, and passed the NCLEX exam in July after 75 questions. In nursing school, I have experience helping with a study group focused on a verbal "talk thing through" method of understanding. I am interested in sharing my nursing knowledge with those who need it!

I am an elementary school teacher and reading specialist who loves helping my students find joy and empowerment through reading. Reading is the key to unlocking knowledge across subjects, including math and science, which I also have experience in and enjoy teaching.