Award-Winning Science Tutors in Richmond, VA

...essays, strengthen their critical reading skills, and become confident public speakers. At the College William and Mary, I pursued a Science degree, but continued taking classes in History, Religious Studies, and Environmental Science. My role as a Tutor is to help students to find a way to use their unique abilities to succeed in school, on standardized tests, and achieve their dreams! Even though it can be frustrating for students to find themselves struggling in...

...on is Bio/Biochem. I am also very experienced at tutoring for high school or college level chemistry or biology courses. Having self-taught for the MCAT, I learned many mnemonics that I believe will greatly help my students. I believe a strong foundation in STEM courses promotes one's ability to problem solve and think critically throughout life, and I am eager to share the tips/tricks I have learned along the way, with new people. In my...

...on one and within group settings within my experience of tutoring. I do not like to simply give the answers to a person but, instead want the person to work their way through the problem. I find this is the best way to help students develop their own strategies for tackling future problems. Problem solving in STEM disciplines requires more than the ability to solve the problem. I have found that some students have concentration...

...of Arts in Teaching from Mary Baldwin College. I am certified to teach Pre-K through 6th grade. I have worked with children of all ages and I've tutored students in all of the core subjects, mostly focusing on math and reading. I've also taught preschool and tested preschool children. I've taught English to refugees from several nations, mostly adults, although children were sometimes in the classes. I love working with students. I love to help...

I just finished my 12th year in public education! I've taught grades 2nd through 10th in various academic areas. Educating all students is my passion.

I recently graduated from Washington and Lee University with a Bachelor of Sciences in Biochemistry and a minor in Philosophy. I am currently applying to medical schools in hopes of attending in the Fall of 2015. Helping my younger brother manage his genetic...

...to ensure the consistency of the tutored material. I tutor a broad range of mathematics and science courses. However, I am most passionate about Biology. I believe that every student interested in science should know the basics of the complex biological systems and how they function. Many students lose their interest in science because of the lack of understanding of basic concepts. I think it is my responsibility to help them grow their interest in...

...style is personalized to each student. No one person learns the same way and at the same speed. I am patient and fun to learn with. In my spare time I play my guitar and video games. I own and play an epiphone les paul and am into almost any type of music, usually anything that is fun to play along with. I play all types of video games from First person games like Call...

...how different it was tutoring a young child vs. an older one and how teaching needs to be adapted to meet those ways. For example, including a fun activity for elementary school students is important to keep them engaged in school. While on the other hand, high school and college students require more of a practical approach and have to work through practice to understand a concept. I’ve also volunteered at Computers4Kids, where I tutored...

...to include various math, science and reading courses, the subject I enjoy most is math. I am passionate about providing students with the help they need because I believe that education is the key that opens doors to success. Also, in my experience earning better grades can boost students morale and give them positive encouragement about their future. When I have free time I enjoy traveling and music related activities such as concerts, open mic...

...Anatomy and Ph.D. in the Conceptual Foundations of Science. As part of this program I was a graduate teaching assistant for the medical school Gross Anatomy course. My dissertation focused on how various scientists perceived the body differently. For two years I was at St. John's College in Annapolis, where I taught literary works by Homer, Virgil, Dante, Chaucer and Shakespeare as part of its Great Books curriculum. In the last couple years I have...

...who personalizes my tutoring style based on the learning style and personality of the student. I fully dedicate myself to the student by ensuring that they have confidence in completely understanding the concepts behind the material that is being reviewed. I am a firm believer that anyone can excel in any subject depending on how the material is being presented. In my spare time, I love to dance, sew, play on my guitar, and work...

...learn. My goal is only to help my students excel and I know that each person has their strengths so I play to that. I find fun, quirky ways to keep the subject interesting and if my methods don't work for you, let me know and I'll find another way that may work better for you! I'm graduating from Virginia Commonwealth University with a degree in Biomedical Engineering and after I will be going on...

...BArch in Architecture and BA French from Rice University 2000 and a MS in Architecture from MIT 2004. I currently am a Doctoral Student of Physical Therapy at VCU, Class of 2020. I have previously been an Architect for 15+ years and I am a lifelong francophile who has lived in Paris, France for almost a year. I am also an avid NCAA men's and women's basketball fan! Go Rams! Go Terps!... My general attitude is...

...often teach other medical students in the hospital. My teaching style very flexible. I approach learning as a fun experiment; where we work as a team to find the answer, not only to the problem at hand, but how to making the topic of interest easier to learn in the future. I am well versed in many topics from elementary up to the graduate level. I am excited to meet you and have some fun...

...and educate younger generations about this unique planet we call home. My time as an undergraduate student allowed me to gain knowledge in math up to calculus and statistics, geology, oceanography, upper-level chemistry, and soils. I am capable of teaching math up to calculus, middle school sciences, earth science, chemistry, and any Microsoft Suite programs. After finding my love of the outdoors and everything it has to offer I still frequently find myself fishing, camping,...

...tutor a variety of subjects in addition to sections on Standardized Tests, I am most passionate about Biochemistry. It provides the basis for many advances in medicine and knowledge is applicable to personal anecdotes. I look forward to tutoring others because I have seen firsthand how catering to diverse learning styles translates well to motivated learners. I believe it is critical to seek guidance and employ resources to enhance studying habits. Outside of academia, I...

...the public school curriculum. I am also a certified ESL/TESOL teacher and have experience teaching groups of students as well as providing individual lessons. Working in different environments, with a diverse range of students, encouraged me to explore more creative tutoring methods in order to understand and communicate ideas. Through my experience as a tutor, I developed a multifaceted approach to teaching and learning; a style that is adaptable and uniquely catered to each individual...

...etc..) and experimental aspects. Many students try to learn the materials by just memorizing the reactions and their concepts. In my opinion, we should try to promote the learning of chemistry through a more profound mechanistic approach. Students should be given the opportunity to participate in their parts for learning and achieving their objectives. As a tutor, I will do my best to help students work toward their goals. In my free time, I enjoy...

...courses such as Calc 1, Calc 2, Calc 3, Statics, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Physics, Dynamics, etc. I also student taught an entry level course teaching critical thinking and reading and writing skills. I will be offering tutoring Pre Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Middle School Math, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Geometry, Math, Science, Geography, and Social Studies. Being an engineer, I have grown a passion for math and science, and I hope to help many people gain...