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Tammy
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Tammy
BA Rice University
17+ Years Tutoring

A biochemistry degree plus medical school means Tammy has taken more chemistry courses than most tutors — general, organic, analytical, and beyond. She unpacks tricky topics like stoichiometry, equilibrium, and thermodynamics by connecting abstract formulas to the molecular-level story of what's actually happening in a reaction.

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Emmanuel
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Emmanuel
MS Duke University • BA Boise State University
4+ Years Tutoring

Balancing equations, understanding molarity, and navigating acid-base chemistry all become more intuitive when you see how they play out in real clinical settings. Emmanuel's respiratory therapy background required deep fluency in blood gas chemistry and pharmacological interactions, giving him a practical lens on chemistry concepts that most tutors can't offer.

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Elisa
BA Duke University
10+ Years Tutoring

Balancing equations, stoichiometry, and thermodynamics all showed up repeatedly in Elisa's engineering curriculum, so she teaches chemistry with a practical edge that connects molecular behavior to large-scale outcomes. She unpacks problems step by step, making sure unit conversions and mole ratios make logical sense before moving on to more complex reaction analysis.

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Julia
BA Johns Hopkins University
9+ Years Tutoring

Julia's cellular and molecular biology training means she didn't just take chemistry — she used it daily, from understanding buffer systems in cell culture to analyzing molecular interactions through spectroscopy. She applies that practical fluency to topics like stoichiometry, equilibrium, and acid-base reactions, explaining not just the how but the why behind each calculation. Students who feel lost in a sea of formulas tend to find her approach grounding.

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Kathleen
BA University
9+ Years Tutoring

Stoichiometry, equilibrium expressions, and electron configurations each demand a slightly different kind of thinking, and chemistry courses pile them on fast. Kathleen approaches the subject with a quantitative mindset shaped by her math and statistics background, which is especially useful when students hit topics like thermodynamics calculations or rate law problems that blur the line between chemistry and applied math.

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Finnegan
BA Stetson University
8+ Years Tutoring

Studying chemistry as his major at Stetson University, Finnegan lives in this material every day — from balancing redox equations to working through thermodynamic calculations. He breaks down abstract concepts like molecular orbital theory and equilibrium by tying them to concrete, visual examples. That daily immersion means he knows exactly where the common stumbling blocks are and how to get past them.

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Eric
BA Duke University
8+ Years Tutoring

I am currently a student at Duke University studying Biomedical Engineering and Economics. Just a little bit about me and some of my interests. Some of my favorite academic interests include memoirs and modern classics. I think Catcher in the Rye is still one of my all time favorite books but Percy Jackson, a modern classic, is up there too. Beyond academics, I take great guilty pleasure in watching TV shows such as Westworld, Sherlock, How I Met Your Mother, and even The Bachelorette when I'm at a low point.

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Jordan
BA Rhodes College • Doctor of Medicine, Premedicine The University of Tennessee
1+ Years Tutoring

I am currently in my fourth year of medical school at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. Learning science is my passion, but I also enjoy running, trying new food, and reading classic books. I would love to be part of your journey by helping you love mastering the task at hand. No doubt, you will see your best results once you have learned to enjoy the grind of becoming an expert of the material placed before you. Together, we can learn to enjoy the process as well as enjoy the results you will achieve. Whether you are working through upper-level science courses to complete a pre-med degree, taking the MCAT before applying to medical school, or studying for the USMLE Step 1 or 2 exams to get into the residency of your dreams, I can help you achieve your goal. With whatever content we are mastering together, we will work to be as organized and planned as possible. "Those who fail to plan, plan to fail!"

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Erinn
BA Duke University
10+ Years Tutoring

I am eager to help other students in related subjects. In my free time, I like to run, play basketball, spend time at the shore, and cook.

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Tahirah
BA Duke University
1+ Years Tutoring

As a dedicated tutor pursuing a Bachelor's in Biomedical Engineering from Duke University, I have over 5 years of experience in helping students excel in mathematics, including subjects like Algebra, Calculus, and Differential Equations. My teaching approach centers on fostering a supportive learning environment where students feel encouraged to explore concepts at their own pace. I believe that every student has the potential to succeed, and I strive to connect with each learner by tailoring my methods to their unique needs and learning styles. My passion for tutoring stems from witnessing my students' growth and confidence as they overcome challenges in math. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy being active and spending time with friends.

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Lane
BA Antioch College
10+ Years Tutoring

I'm passionate about. I also believe in the value of education, more than as a means to an end (career and income), but as an end in itself. Education is its own reward!

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