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Lyndsey
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Lyndsey
BA Miami University
8+ Years Tutoring

Stoichiometry and gas laws tend to click faster when the person explaining them uses those concepts regularly — and Lyndsey's biochemistry degree means she's been applying ideas like reaction stoichiometry, equilibrium, and solution chemistry to biological problems since undergrad. She teaches the quantitative side of chemistry by connecting each calculation back to what's physically happening at the molecular level, which turns abstract math into something students can actually picture. Holds a 5.0 rating.

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William
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William
BA Loyola University-Chicago
1+ Years Tutoring

Balancing equations, stoichiometry, and periodic trends click faster when a student sees the logic behind them instead of treating each as a separate formula to memorize. William studied AP Chemistry alongside his psychology degree at Loyola, and he connects chemical concepts to real-world examples — like why ice floats or how batteries work — to make the reasoning stick.

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Lillian
BA University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
7+ Years Tutoring

Pharmacy school puts stoichiometry, solution chemistry, and acid-base reactions to work every single day — calculating drug concentrations, predicting solubility, understanding how a molecule's structure determines its behavior in the body. Lillian draws on that daily immersion to teach high school chemistry topics as interconnected ideas rather than isolated chapters, showing students how mole calculations and chemical equations feed directly into real pharmaceutical problems. Rated 4.9 by students.

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Henry
Current Undergrad Student, Mathematics Vassar College
1+ Years Tutoring

Balancing equations, stoichiometry, and the mole concept are where most high school chemistry students hit a wall. Henry's strong math instincts — he's a mathematics student at Vassar — give him an edge in teaching the quantitative side of chemistry, breaking dimensional analysis and unit conversions into clear, repeatable steps.

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Robert
BA Earlham College
1+ Years Tutoring

Currently working through biochemistry coursework and medical school applications, Robert is actively using concepts like reaction energetics, solution chemistry, and molecular structure in ways that keep high school-level material sharp. He teaches gas laws and stoichiometry by connecting the math to the biological and physical systems where those calculations actually come up, which gives the problem-solving a purpose beyond the worksheet.

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Chad
MS Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus • BA University of Kentucky
1+ Years Tutoring

With both a bachelor's and master's degree in chemistry, Chad has spent years inside the discipline — not just passing through it on the way to something else. That depth shows up when he teaches topics like electron orbitals, equilibrium, or nomenclature, because he can trace each concept back to the underlying principles and explain why the rules exist in the first place. Rated 4.8 by students.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Charles
BA Yale University
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best describe my tutoring style as one that adapts to each students' needs. For example, I have always tried to frame questions in a different way so that the student can better understand the question. Some students need visual representations of numbers and systems to understand them, and others benefit more by understanding the concepts behind each formula. I prefer to tutor in math and physics, and especially with real world application problems. I hope to help students improve their standardized test scores and their understanding of the math and sciences so that they can achieve their academic goals!

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Liz
MS Simmons College • BA Washington University in St. Louis
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received my Masters in Mild to Moderate Disabilities from Simmons College. I have worked extensively with students with a range of abilities, including students with specific learning disabilities, emotional impairments, dyslexia, and ADHD. My teaching experience has given me a deep understanding of the knowledge and habits essential to academic success and has given me the opportunity to hone a variety of strategies that ensure students at each level can achieve their academic goals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite ones are Reading, Elementary/Middle School Math, History, and Test Prep. In my experience, tutoring is the most rewarding when a student has that "aha!" moment and achieves a new level of understanding and confidence in his/her abilities. I am a firm believer in the transformative power of education, and I see my role to be that of a facilitator and coach who is there to help the student reach his/her goals through individualized support and rigorous practice. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, practicing my Spanish, and discovering new music. I am also an avid traveler and just got back from a 3 month trip to South America. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you!

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Frequently Asked Questions

During your first session, a tutor will assess your current understanding of chemistry concepts, identify specific areas where you're struggling (whether it's balancing equations, stoichiometry, or lab work), and learn about your learning style. This helps create a personalized plan tailored to your needs and goals, whether you're preparing for an exam, improving your grade, or building foundational skills.

Balancing equations is one of the most common chemistry challenges because it requires understanding both the rules and the reasoning behind them. Tutors break down the process step-by-step, help you see the patterns, and give you targeted practice so you develop real understanding rather than just memorizing steps. With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, you can ask questions immediately and get clarification on exactly where you're getting stuck.

Yes. Tutors help you understand the scientific method, interpret experimental results, and connect what you're observing in the lab to the theoretical concepts you're learning in class. They can also help you prepare lab reports, troubleshoot experimental challenges, and develop the scientific reasoning skills that make lab work meaningful rather than just following steps.

Chemistry involves many invisible processes—molecular structures, bonding, reaction mechanisms—that are hard to picture. Expert tutors use diagrams, models, analogies, and real-world examples to make these concepts concrete and visual. They help you build mental models so you truly understand what's happening at the molecular level, which makes solving problems and answering conceptual questions much easier.

Unit conversions require both mathematical skill and conceptual understanding of what you're actually converting. Tutors help you see the logic behind dimensional analysis, practice with real chemistry problems, and build confidence so conversions feel systematic rather than confusing. This skill is foundational for stoichiometry and many other chemistry topics, so mastering it early pays off throughout the course.

Ideally, starting 3-4 weeks before a major exam gives you time to identify gaps, practice problem-solving, and build real understanding rather than cramming. However, tutors can also help with shorter-term prep if you need it. The key is consistent, focused practice with personalized feedback—which is exactly what 1-on-1 tutoring provides—rather than passive review.

Chemistry isn't just abstract—it's everywhere: in cooking, medicine, environmental science, manufacturing, and technology. Tutors help you see these connections, which makes the material more interesting and memorable. Understanding why chemistry matters helps you retain concepts better and see how the theories you're learning actually solve real problems.

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