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Wesley
I am currently a graduate student at Institute of Optics at the University of Rochester conducting research in Biophysical Chemistry. I recently graduated in June 2017 from the University of California - Irvine with two Bachelor degrees. One was in Biomedical Engineering and the other was in Materia...
University of California-Irvine
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Andrew
I am extremely excited to share my passion for these subjects with other students. Though math and science can often be intimidating, I hope to show how approachable these subjects really are. Everyone can succeed in math and science if they want!
Yale University
Bachelors
Stanford
Current Grad Student, Medicine (MD)
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Mica
I am a Stanford graduate with a B.S. in Science, Technology, and Society and a B.A. in Anthropology. I am currently completing my M.D. at the University of Rochester. In July, I will continue on to residency within otolaryngology-head and neck surgery.
Stanford University
B.S. in Science, Technology, and Society
Certified Tutor
10+ years
I am a sophomore at the University of Rochester with a 3.92 GPA and I am planning on going to dental school after college.
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
4+ years
I am passionate about programming, math and stats as well. My goal is to go into academia because I love learning and sharing what I have learnt with others. I never found learning new concepts easy or intuitive, so I always start from the simplest case when I teach.
University
Bachelor's
Certified Tutor
I was born and raised in Iceland. I have a BA in French from University of Iceland and an MFA in Acting from Regent University. I have tutored for about a year in French and Languages. I find tutoring very rewarding and I am incredibly proud of all of my students. In my opinion, teaching is an art f...
Regent University
Masters, Theatre
University of Iceland
Bachelors, French
Certified Tutor
10+ years
Jake
I enjoy helping students learn what I believe is one of the hardest languages that has ever existed...physics. We use mathematics to communicate our ideas through it, which can be a very difficult task. I enjoy teaching others math and physics through techniques which I believe are simple and straig...
Temple University
Bachelors, Chemistry and Physics
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Margaret
I am a graduate of Winona State University and University of Northern Colorado. I first received my Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Recreation and Tourism and a minor in Intercultural Communication, and went on to complete my graduate studies to obtain a Master's degree in Multilingual Ed...
University of Northern Colorado
Master of Arts, Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL)
Winona State University
Bachelor of Science, Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism
Certified Tutor
Angela
My objective for becoming a teacher is to help students to learn and grow. I wish to establish a long-term career in dedicating my time and knowledge to helping students become successful members of society. It is my goal to work with students to establish confidence in them and abilities for them t...
Saint Vincent College
Bachelors, Psychology Education/Early Childhood Education (PreK-4)
Saint Vincent College
Current Grad Student, Special Education
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Megan
I am a graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I received my Master of Science and Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with a focus on structural engineering. While in graduate school, I was a TA for the laboratory portion of Behavior of Materials. After graduation I worked ...
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Master of Science, Civil Engineering
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
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Your first session is an assessment and planning meeting. A tutor will evaluate your current understanding of science concepts, identify specific areas where you're struggling (whether that's lab skills, problem-solving, or conceptual gaps), and discuss your goals. This helps create a personalized learning plan tailored to your needs rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Many students struggle with connecting abstract concepts to real-world applications, especially in chemistry and physics where visualization is critical. Others find lab work intimidating or have gaps in foundational math skills needed for problem-solving. Personalized instruction allows tutors to address these specific barriers rather than moving at a classroom pace that may leave gaps behind.
Tutors work with students across Rochester's 25 school districts and understand the progression from elementary life science through high school biology, chemistry, and physics. They're familiar with New York State standards and can supplement classroom learning, help with specific units your teacher is covering, or provide foundational review if you're falling behind.
Yes. Beyond explaining concepts, tutors can help you understand lab procedures, data analysis, and how to think like a scientist. Whether you're preparing for a lab practical, struggling with experimental design, or need help interpreting results, personalized instruction gives you the focused practice that's hard to get in a classroom setting.
Most students notice better understanding and confidence within 3-4 weeks of consistent tutoring, especially once a tutor identifies and addresses foundational gaps. Measurable grade improvement typically follows as understanding deepens. The timeline depends on the specific challenge—filling a single conceptual gap is faster than rebuilding foundational skills across multiple units.
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Absolutely. Tutors can help you prepare for Regents exams in Living Environment, Earth Science, Chemistry, and Physics, as well as standardized tests like the SAT Science section. They focus on both content mastery and test-taking strategies, helping you understand not just the material but how to approach different question types under time pressure.
In a classroom with a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio, teachers must move at an average pace—which means some students get left behind while others aren't challenged enough. Personalized tutoring adapts to your exact level, focuses on your specific misconceptions, and allows for the kind of repeated practice and immediate feedback that research shows accelerates learning in STEM subjects.
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