Award-Winning High School Chemistry Tutors serving Durham, NC

Private 1-on-1 tutoring, weekly live classes for academic support, test prep & enrichment, practice tests and diagnostics, and more to elevate grades and test scores.

1,000+
Schools &
Universities
98%
Satisfaction
10M+
Hours
Delivered
2x
Growth in
Proficiency
Get Started in 60 Seconds!

Who needs tutoring?

No obligation. Takes ~1 minute.

Tammy
Certified High School Chemistry Tutor
Tammy
BA Rice University
17+ Years Tutoring

Mole conversions, electron configurations, balancing redox reactions — high school chemistry has a way of piling up new skills before the last ones feel solid. Tammy tackles each topic by walking through the underlying logic first, then drilling the math until it's automatic. She holds a 5.0 student rating.

SAT Scores
Composite1550
View Profile
Emmanuel
Certified High School Chemistry Tutor
Emmanuel
MS Duke University • BA Boise State University
4+ Years Tutoring

Respiratory therapy training gave Emmanuel a working knowledge of gas exchange, acid-base balance, and the chemistry of oxygen delivery systems — all concepts rooted in the same principles high school students encounter in units on gas laws, pH, and chemical reactions. He connects topics like partial pressures and solution chemistry to clinical scenarios from his time in adult critical care, which gives the material a concreteness that pure textbook explanations often lack. Holds a 5.0 rating.

View Profile
Certified High School Chemistry Tutor
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.

View Profile
Certified High School Chemistry Tutor
Elisa
BA Duke University
10+ Years Tutoring

Elisa's civil engineering degree required working through chemistry at the college level — particularly topics like material properties, chemical reactions, and stoichiometry — where understanding how substances interact wasn't theoretical but directly tied to structural design decisions. She uses that applied lens to walk through nomenclature, bonding, and quantitative problem-solving in ways that give the math a concrete purpose. Rated 4.8 by students.

View Profile
Certified High School Chemistry Tutor
Julia
BA Johns Hopkins University
9+ Years Tutoring

Julia's cellular and molecular biology degree required serious chemistry coursework — stoichiometry, equilibrium, thermodynamics, and acid-base reactions are all concepts she's internalized at the college level. She breaks down problems like balancing redox equations or predicting reaction products by connecting them to the underlying atomic behavior, so the logic sticks.

View Profile
Certified High School Chemistry Tutor
Kathleen
BA University
9+ Years Tutoring

Balancing redox reactions, predicting solubility, working through stoichiometry — high school chemistry is full of topics that seem unrelated until someone shows you the thread connecting them. Kathleen approaches the subject by grounding abstract ideas like mole ratios and electron configurations in concrete, step-by-step problem solving. Her science background stretches from biology to physics, so she naturally connects chemistry concepts to what students see in their other courses.

ACT Scores
Composite35
SAT Scores
Composite1470
View Profile
Certified High School Chemistry Tutor
Lane
BA Antioch College
10+ Years Tutoring

Chemistry demands a kind of thinking that's part math, part spatial reasoning, and part memorization — balancing equations, understanding mole conversions, and visualizing molecular geometry all at once. Lane's experience teaching across both math and science means he can address the quantitative side of chemistry without losing sight of the conceptual framework that holds it together.

ACT Scores
Composite31
View Profile
Certified High School Chemistry Tutor
Finnegan
BA Stetson University
8+ Years Tutoring

Studying chemistry as his actual major at Stetson — not just passing through it as a prerequisite — means Finnegan is deep in the weeds of concepts like electron orbitals, reaction equilibria, and bonding theory right now, which keeps high school topics immediate rather than rusty. He connects the dots between what students see in class and the college-level chemistry sitting just one step ahead, making ideas like periodicity and nomenclature feel like they're leading somewhere concrete.

View Profile
Certified High School Chemistry Tutor
Mimi
MS Harvard University • BA Dartmouth College
6+ Years Tutoring

I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all subjects, I take a creative, inquiry-based and learner-centered approach, designing opportunities for each unique individual to meet their learning goals.

SAT Scores
Composite1560
View Profile
Certified High School Chemistry Tutor
Aaron
BA The University of Texas at Dallas • Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering Duke University
10+ Years Tutoring

I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old electronics, playing Pokemon, or picking at my guitar.

SAT Scores
Composite1530
View Profile
Certified High School Chemistry Tutor
Nina
MS Columbia University • BA Northwestern University
10+ Years Tutoring

I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant at Columbia University in my department and also have tutored graduate students and undergraduates privately as well. My primary areas of tutoring are math and statistics coursework in addition to math sections on standardized tests such as the GRE and GMAT. I am very passionate about helping students feel more confident and excited about math. In my spare time, I enjoy running, playing piano, and spending time with friends and family.

SAT Scores
Composite1550
View Profile
Certified High School Chemistry Tutor
Reid
PhD Harvard University • BA Wesleyan University
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults towards passing the US Citizenship Exam and taught English in India, where I lived for six months. Whenever I work with a student I personalize the lessons to fit their particular learning style, since I know every student is unique and having the right fit can make all the difference in making learning fun and effective. My strengths are tutoring the social sciences and humanities, as well as making math and standardized tests approachable to students that normally don't like those subjects. In my spare time I like traveling, spending time in the outdoors (climbing & backpacking), meditation, and playing soccer. Next fall I will be beginning my PhD in Education at Harvard University.

ACT Scores
Composite32
View Profile

Testimonials

Because the right High School Chemistry tutor makes all the difference.

4.9

Average Session Rating – Based on 3.4M Learner Ratings

Worked with a High School Chemistry Tutor

Your customer interface is A+, being your agents or your site, The tutor you found for me is perfect, no formulas or canned lectures but easy flowing lecture addressing my needs. Congratulations for a job well done.

JA
Julio Aranovich
Worked with a High School Chemistry Tutor

Heejin has been very patient with me. I work a full time job sometimes even on the weekends. It has been a slow process with my Korean classes, but Heejin has been wonderful and patient.

AH
Angela Hussein
Worked with a High School Chemistry Tutor

My son has had many quality tutors through this convenient service, and he can hop on at any time of day to get support for a homework assignment or test. It's very convenient and effective.

TR
Tara R
Worked with a High School Chemistry Tutor

I've been working with my tutor for a few months now and the progress has been remarkable. The personalized attention and tailored lessons made all the difference compared to in-classroom learning.

MC
Michael Chen
Worked with a High School Chemistry Tutor

The flexibility of scheduling combined with the quality of instruction is unmatched. I can get help exactly when I need it, whether that's late at night or early in the morning before a test.

PP
Priya Patel
Worked with a High School Chemistry Tutor

My daughter went from dreading her sessions to looking forward to them. The tutor made the material engaging and built her confidence in ways I never thought possible. Highly recommend.

RW
Rebecca Williams

Frequently Asked Questions

Varsity Tutors matches Durham students with expert High School Chemistry tutors for 1-on-1 instruction. We pair each student with a tutor based on their specific needs, learning style, and goals.

Whether you need homework help, exam prep, or want to get ahead, our High School Chemistry tutors are ready to help.

Common challenges include gaps from earlier material, difficulty with specific concepts, and trouble applying learning to new problems. These issues can snowball quickly in High School Chemistry.

A tutor identifies where you're stuck, fills in gaps, and provides targeted practice. The 1-on-1 format means you get help exactly where you need it.

Tutors work with your student's actual coursework—homework assignments, class notes, and upcoming tests. This keeps tutoring directly relevant to what's happening in the classroom.

When you share information about your student's school and curriculum, we can match you with a tutor who has relevant experience.

All tutors complete background checks, credential verification, and teaching evaluation. Many of our High School Chemistry tutors hold advanced degrees or have years of teaching experience.

You can review tutor profiles to find someone with the right background for your student's level and needs.

Many students see improved grades within a few weeks, along with better understanding of High School Chemistry concepts and more confidence tackling challenging material.

Tutors track progress and adjust their approach to ensure continued improvement.

Most students benefit from 1-2 sessions per week. More frequent sessions help if your student is significantly behind or has an important exam coming up.

Your tutor can recommend a schedule based on your student's specific situation and goals.

Tutoring is purchased in packages of hours, with rates varying by tutor experience. Varsity Tutors offers several options to fit different budgets and needs.

You can discuss pricing during your consultation to find what works best.

Your tutor will assess where your student is, discuss goals, and start working on priority areas. Most students bring current homework or upcoming test material to focus on.

By the end, you'll have a clear sense of how the tutor can help and a plan for moving forward.

Let’s find your perfect tutor

Answer a few quick questions. We’ll recommend the right plan and match you with a top 5% tutor.

Prefer to talk? Call us