Award-Winning Microbiology Tutors serving Delaware County, PA

...of experience they need to enjoy learning the material. I think that students need to be comfortable in their learning environment so they can make mistakes and ask for help, when necessary. I tutor primarily biology and chemistry at the high school and undergraduate levels, as well as admissions exams, such as the ACT, the GRE, and the MCAT. My true passion is at the interface of biology and chemistry in the areas of biochemistry...

Hi! I am Alexis and I am a recent graduate from Penn State Altoona. I majored in Biology with a focus in Vertebrate Physiology and minored in Entrepreneurship. I love teaching and helping others understand science and math. They are very useful subjects and can be applied to everyday life. In college, I was a TA in general biology and general chemistry labs. I also tutored in general biology.

I wanted to become a tutor because I remember how good it felt to finally have the information you've been struggling with finally click. I want to help students who have an innate desire to learn and who are open to trying new ways to gain confidence in the concepts they struggle with

Fourth year medical student going into Internal Medicine and aspiring Hematology/Oncology Doc. Strong background in biology, genetics, pathophysiology, and clinical medicine. Fluent in Spanish.

4th year medical student. can help improve your MCAT score. I've been teaching it for years now as well as other basic and advanced science courses. I'm very flexible with meeting times and prefer to meet over zoom so I can draw on screen. I find the visual learning helps. good luck and hope you have a great time at varsity tutors MCAT score was 512 not 12 lol

...In my experiences teaching a diverse student population, I have come to realize that a fear of learning difficult material is a major roadblock to successful science learning for many students. I strive to improve science education by making science seem more accessible to students and reinforcing the “big picture” of a particular lesson before delving into the fine details. I am confident that this approach will lead to long term success in retaining scientific...

...University of Georgia. I have 5 years of teaching experience in secondary education. I have taught 12th grade Human Anatomy and Physiology, 9th grade Honors Biology, 10th grade Advanced Biology, and as well as 7th grade Life Science. I also have years of experience with private tutoring in multiple subjects including elementary and middle school math. Being born and raised in Korea, I am also fluent in Korean and would love to help someone learn...

...I worked in mentoring positions including as a counselor at a scout camp teaching merit badges and as a lifeguard at a special needs camp where I helped others learn to swim. Beyond my academic work, I volunteered as an EMT, worked in a laboratory, volunteered in a hospital collecting data for research and also conducted my own research on the effects of mouthwash on the microbial ecology of the mouth. These experiences provided me...

...lectured sections at the undergraduate and graduate level of biology, focused on general biology and microbiology. I have also furthered my knowledge in pedagogy by taking courses in teaching the natural sciences through case-study based learning, as well as on the challenges of teaching the natural sciences in general. In the future, I hope to become a principal investigator at a research institution to continue to do excellent science involving bacterial metabolic evolution and mentor...

...In my experience, each student needs individualized tutoring. Personally, I am a visual learner, but I know that not everyone learns that way, so I accommodate to each student's needs. My first student with ADD showed me the range of needs each student can have. Other students have different needs, and I like to push my students to their full potential. Communication is key to success in the tutor-student relationship, and I work hard to...

...intersection of my skillset. Regarding my education, I recently completed my Associates of Life Sciences from Montgomery County Community College and am now working towards my Bachelor's degree in biology with a specialization in cell and molecular studies and a minor in psychology. After completing my degree I intend on enrolling in a Master's program for genetics counseling. While I do tutor a variety of subjects, I am the most passionate about the biological sciences....

...student, I majored in Biology and Psychology with hopes to pursue medicine. Along the way I learned my passion to teach which initially started as a Biology peer tutor in my sophomore year of college. I thoroughly enjoyed learning and sharing my knowledge with other students to help them excel in their classes. Soon after I graduated from undergraduate, I continued my passion to teach with Varsity Tutoring back in 2014 where I tutored middle school...

...completed my first year of medical school at NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University. My most recent work focuses on the physiological conditions that increase susceptibility to COVID-19 infections. Some of my academic interests include smooth muscle physiology, exercise physiology, lung physiology, the immune system and cannabis allergy. When not working or studying I volunteer at the Delta Health Institute, which provides much needed health screenings for underserved populations in the Delta...

...traditional classrooms, labs, hospital settings, and online platforms, I have honed my skills in course development, instructional design, and assessment methodologies. My commitment to creating highly engaging and interactive learning experiences for students of all backgrounds includes a diverse range of ages, learning styles, and learning disabilities, which have always been at the forefront of my educational endeavors. I believe fostering a love for learning and building students' confidence is essential for their academic and...

...School of Medicine as an MD/MPH candidate student. My experience in the biological sciences includes extensive biology research in the fields of behavioral neuroscience and infectious disease. I successfully completed all required courses for admission into medical school during the course of my undergraduate education, and I have extensive Math, Science, and Verbal Reasoning tutoring experience working with high school students in the New Haven Public School system. While working in local public high schools,...

...Adjunct Professor. I currently am a full-time Clinical Nurse Educator & Coordinator for a large Nurse Residency Program where I help facilitate new graduate nurse transition into their professional roles. I have also developed contact hour classes structured to help develop testing strategies for NCLEX and Professional Certifications. My goal is to inspire others to seek their greatest potential and beyond by broadening the boundaries of education and knowledge. I enjoy visiting family, traveling and...

...a great tutor for you. I graduated from medical school three years ago and am now an orthopaedic surgical resident, and so I have a great deal of real world experience with mathematics and the natural sciences. I use my knowledge to engage students in the learning process. I understand that each person learns in an individualized manner, and I always try to work with the student's natural tendencies rather than against.

...snails as intermediate hosts. In addition to my love of biology and things medically related, I also love to share my love for Latino culture, as I am proud to be a first generation Mexican-American. I absolutely love to share my culture, heritage and language with students of all ages and would love to help any student master the language! I have worked as a Spanish Immersion teacher for several years and have had much...

...will teach you how to USE the exam questions to help obtain clues to solving problems. For multiple choice problems, I will teach you 3 key principles to follow to eliminate your options to the LAST 2 choices, and make HIGH CHANCE guesses when need be. I am willing to work long-term for personally revised lessons. Personally, I have 3+ years of tutoring experience at the high school and college level, notably with Questbridge Scholars...

...Introduction to Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry. I have tutored over 200 students in the past 9 years (individually, small groups, and classroom settings) and have received over 98% of exemplary reviews. When I teach / tutor, I try to adapt my methods to what would be best for the student, whether that be analogies, practice problems, visuals, or a combination. My goal is to make a student's learning as educational and welcoming as possible, since...