Award-Winning Science Tutors in Sterling Heights, MI

...an undergraduate student, I was the Senior Editor of a student-run publication for three years, affording me extensive experience in editing others' work. After I graduated, I co-instructed an international summer science course offered by UofM for high school aged students. This was a lab based course that investigated topics in genetics and developmental biology. I had a lot of fun working hands-on with biological specimens, and it was a thrill to create a contagious...

...also believe learning can and should be fun! When it comes to preparing for tests, I believe that what you know is only a small part of the puzzle; perfecting test-taking skills is equally important. I have taken many standardized tests throughout my life, and have been able to do well by understanding the tests and utilizing these skills. When I have spare time, I enjoy staying active by playing basketball and exercising. I also...

...Biology and have worked as a tutor for over four years and have tutored students ranging from Elementary to College. I have tutored in many areas from Algebra to Reading Comprehension. My degree helps in my tutoring abilities as it allows me to utilize all my skills in the areas of Math, Science and English all at once. I help students in classes by helping them to utilize their knowledge through practice problems which I...

...work at Cornell University. I am interested in the academic field and hope to one day hold a position in the academic world to do groundbreaking research and teach the next generation of students the very fundamentals of Chemistry. I love teaching and I have been doing it since 2011. I have taught many students at different levels and from different backgrounds. I like to make sure that students understand concepts rather than memorize. I...

...early August. In the past, I worked as a summer school tutor for the Saginaw Township Community Schools District, where I worked with middle and high school students in mathematics, social studies, and science. I also volunteered as a tutor at Young Detroit Builders, a GED-preparation program. I tutor mathematics up to Algebra II, all sections of the ACT, US Government, US History, Politics, Biology, English/Reading, Literature, and GED Preparation. I also help students edit...

...in Mechanical Engineering at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, where I received a solid grounding on the principles of engineering, calculus and algebra. I am looking forward to attain my maters and eventually PhD and hence become a professor. During my undergraduate I have tutored students for about 2 to 2.5 years. I tutor Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Math, Mechanical Engineering, Pre-Algebra, Science, and Trigonometry. I like to tutor all the above mentioned...

...their personal academic goals. My approach to test prep starts with a thorough review of the material to refresh any topics that might be weak. Then we complete a variety of practice problems to familiarize the student with the format of the exam and the common tricky situations. I earned a PhD in biomedical engineering from The University of Michigan in 2013. I have since started a nonprofit organization which focuses on developing low-cost sustainable...

I am a board-certified, licensed naturopathic doctor. Before becoming a doctor I spent several years tutoring and teaching. I have worked with students of all ages, from 3 year olds learning phonics to graduate students studying histology and physiology. I specialize in general sciences, medical sciences, reading comprehension, literary analysis, and composition. I love working with students of all ages and I love to teach.... I love teaching and I love working with kids. I understand that a good teacher needs to combine perception, patience, persistence, and respect. A gifted teacher discerns the uniqueness in each learner, and then tailors their lesson to that learner. I am able to recognize my students' learning needs, and I shape my language in a way that makes information more accessible and digestible. I believe passionately that education elevates both the student and the community, and I approach teaching with the seriousness and devotion that every learner deserves.

...to make extremely personalized, pragmatic, and fun. While my background has given me flexibility in the areas I am able to tutor, my favorite subjects include English, Writing, and standardized test prep. In my spare time, I can be found reading books about neuroscience and physiology, swing dancing, and trying new, complicated recipes. I am excited to be contracting with Varsity Tutors because doing so will allow me to help others reach their educational goals.

The original meaning of the word "Doctor" was teacher. As a psychiatrist, I have learned to first listen to my patients and then teach them how to find the solutions to their problems. I bring this art of listening and teaching to my non-clinical work.... In order to learn a subject, the student must find something interesting or relevant in it. He does not need to like the subject or enjoy it. He only needs to understand to have the subject related to something in his own life. We learn by making connections. Boring and unconnected facts are hard to learn and impossible to remember.