Award-Winning Science Tutors serving Pittsburgh, PA

...As evidenced by my history of Liberal Arts education, I believe having an understanding and appreciation across a wide variety of fields, not only STEM, is crucial to developing a holistic worldview. In college I tutored a variety of subjects in biology. I have informal experience tutoring colleagues and friends in biochemistry, mathematics, and more. My favorite subjects to work on are biology, preparing for standardized tests, academic essay writing, and college application essay writing....

...I recently moved back to the Pittsburgh area to begin a private sector career after seven years as a diplomat, working overseas and in Washington DC. I am working as a tutor to share my passion for writing, languages (English and French), history, government, and politics with students. I enhance tutoring sessions with real-world examples and scenarios to make history, politics, social studies, and language arts come alive off the textbook page.

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." - Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela. Education goes beyond tests and and exams, but I'm here to get you ready for those that you have to face now.

Hello! My name is Matt, and I am a current Sophomore Mechanical Engineering student at Messiah College in Mechanicsburg, PA. I graduated Upper St. Clair High School in 2018, and took just about every AP math and science course there is. I have extensive knowledge in these subjects, and enjoy helping others to understand them! In my free time, I enjoy running cross country and track, playing percussion, and hanging out with my friends!

...am a graduate of Oberlin College and Conservatory, having majored in Biology and Music Composition. I have experience tutoring students in Math (Algebra 1-Precalculus), English, Biology/Neuroscience, Music Theory, and violin. I have had the opportunity to work with 1st grade to college age students, and adjusts accordingly to my students' needs. I consider it my responsibility to learn as much as I can about my students, and provide personalized instruction that is tailored to their...

...up, I was taught to always seek help when needed, but more importantly, when wanted. One should always strive to better themselves even in their prime. As I delve into my undergraduate studies, I hope to not only pursue my education, but help others with theirs, whether that be a certain subject or standardized test. Other than tutoring, I play and coach tennis professionally. I spend my free time running, swimming, playing the piano, or...

...I have been a learning assistant for general chemistry 1 and organic chemistry 1 my past two semesters. I also will be a learning assistant this upcoming semester for general chemistry 1. I tutor SAT and ACT prep and math and science subjects from middle school to college. My favorite topic to tutor is chemistry. My goal for my tutoring sessions is for my students to be able to teach the topic back to me....

...variety of academic settings; private, public, alternative education, and online. Subjects taught include; Social Studies, Reading, English Language Arts, Math, Science, Biology, AP Psychology, Health, and Study Skills. I hold a Level II Pennsylvania Teaching Certification in the following areas: Special Education N-12, Social Studies, Mid-Level Math, and English. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Writing, Biology, Social Studies and Social Sciences. When working with students, whether...

...tutoring students in a wide range of subjects, but I have the most fun tutoring students in Calculus 1 and College Algebra. I believe that earning a high score on homework assignments and exams is important, but being able to see a student firmly understand a concept is where I gain my most enjoyment. In my free time, I enjoy going to the gym, reading, and playing video games with my friends.

...prosper in. My tutoring and education experience stems from 7 Winters' worth of skiing and snowboarding instruction, with a specialty in childhood and adolescent education (ages ranging from 4-16). I have been able to refine my teaching techniques through hundreds of lessons, and hold a highly positive track record with clients, students, and fellow instructors. Working as an instructor, I feel the best when I see my students working on their skills after the lesson...

I am a freelance writer, an online teacher, and a civil engineering designer. I've taught language arts, creative arts, and engineering classes in person and online, and I am excited to tutor here on Varsity Tutors! You will find writing and math help here as well as a healthy dose of encouragement. :) I cannot wait to meet you!

I am a current third-year student at the University of Pittsburgh studying biology with a minor in chemistry. I am passionate about helping student understand material in subjects like biology, mathematics, Spanish, and writing/english. I am also willing to help prep for ACT/SAT.

...peer university students. I have served as a volunteer teacher for disadvantaged left-behind children in rural villages. I am also a certified ESL instructor. I tutor a wide range of math subjects, English, Environmental Science, High school physics and chemistry. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about math and science subjects for all age groups. I am enthusiastic about guiding students to figure out answers by themselves and feel...

I recently graduated from the University of Florida with a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering. I enjoy tutoring because I believe that it will help me grow as both a teacher and an individual. I am currently living in Pittsburgh, where I grew up, and plan to begin a Master's Degree in BME in the fall.

...and learning that has been further developed during my time in the CASE program at Pitt where we focused on learning not only how to teach well but also how to serve the overlooked populations of our society through education. My underlying goal as an educator is to bring social change to my classroom, in the lives of the individual students, in the school culture as a whole, and ultimately somewhere within the greater education...

...children at the Homewood Community Engagement Center. I also taught essential first aid skills across schools, community centers, and health fairs through the preventative health organization Trauma and Emergency League. In addition to humanities-focused tutoring, I bring a strong STEM background. I earned an A in Biochemistry and have created detailed notes, diagrams, and mnemonics that make complex material approachable. I enjoy breaking down scientific concepts in a way that fosters curiosity and mastery. For...

I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in May 2021 with a BS in Neuroscience. I am currently taking two gap years before I head to medical school! I look forward to helping you succeed :)

...of flexibility when tutoring, as I had to tailor my tutoring strategies to meet the unique needs of each student. Through assessing personal learning styles, I have learned how to cater to individual students by adjusting my explanations and use of resources. I am a visual learner, so I find drawing up diagrams, graphs, and charts to be extremely helpful. Some students I have worked with in the past have been more auditory learners, so...

...am a senior at Columbia University in New York City, studying Chemical Engineering. I am originally from Pittsburgh, PA, and have served as a tutor in the past for public school students in New York through the Columbia Tutoring and Learning Center, as well as the EduMate NYC program. I am passionate about science and engineering, particularly Chemistry and Biology, as well as computer programming, and I hope to provide the individualized attention students need...