Award-Winning Microbiology Tutors serving Alexandria, VA

I am a Biology and Psychology major at Virgina Commonwealth University (VCU)and I will be graduating this year. In the past, I have tutored in math, biology, psychology, and chemistry. If I am not in a lecture,a library, or a lab, I am playing board games with friends, reading, or watching movies. I also really enjoy learning new languages, currently I am trying to learn French and Italian. ... I believe in helping the student get...

...of all ages. It was my own youthful fascination with the natural world which led me to study science - the kid in me is what helps me connect with children. I place an emphasis on giving each child the tools they need to figure things out for themselves, especially for math and hard sciences such as chemistry. When students learn the correct way to approach problems, they learn not only their subject, but they...

...others build academic confidence and independence in their own abilities so that they will be better served in the entirety of their academic careers, not just with the subject in which I am tutoring. I work hard with each student to help not only myself but help them assess their strengths and weaknesses for each subject. My approach is not "one size fits all." Instead, I listen carefully to each student and work with them...

...graduate of Salisbury University. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Biology with a concentration in Microbiology and a minor in Art in 2008, and my Master’s degree in Applied Biology in 2013. I began teaching Anatomy and Physiology as a graduate student, and have continued since graduation. On-the-whole, I have been teaching collegiate-level Anatomy and Physiology for 3.5 years now, and am tutoring in the life sciences. I very much enjoy teaching students from different...

...as possible and this is when a true mentor becomes obvious. In my class it was easy and sometimes compelling to use 'big words' to deliver my message across as I have learned such materials so much in depth at this stage, however trying to explain it in the simplest manner possible was the real challenge. Then I try to work problem from easier to harder level as the students starts to better comprehend the...

...recently returned back to the United States from studying abroad where I learned my third language, Spanish. I have spent my life living and attending schools in different countries to which has taught me a plethora of life lessons. My favorite lesson relating to learning is to never let "schooling" interfere with my education. This same lesson is one I encourage all of my tutees to recognize - to embrace curiosity and immerse themselves to...

...Bachelor degree in Business Administration. Before SIU, I attended Rockford Career College to be able to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Exam. I am a Veterinary Technician Trainer at a specialty and emergency hospital. I have worked in a variety of clinics. In addition, I've been a professional volunteer with World Vets, RAVS, and with shelters. My passion is to help educate others and to hand them the tools to be successful.

...about everything except History! I gained tutoring experience through helping students with math and biology in high school, with environmental studies at my university, and with English in Costa Rica during a volunteer trip. I understand the challenges of online and distanced learning, and I want to provide students with a teaching method tailored to their personal learning style. I myself got tutoring help in high school, and I truly believe it made a world...

...as I completed my major in neuroscience and minor in biochemistry. I followed up my bachelors with a post-bacc at George Washington University where I am pursuing a Graduate certificate in anatomical and transnational sciences. As a pre-med student, my goal is to attend medical school this coming fall. As a tutor, My goal is to address any and all obstacles standing between my student and their understanding of a particular topic. I strive to...

...understand and connect with students to then be able to better understand what they may need. Though I have taught many subjects, I am most comfortable teaching science and English due to my background. I believe utilizing a tutor can be incredibly beneficial, as it allows growth of understanding and an easier method for students to reveal what they may be struggling with. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, completing paint-by-numbers, and playing with...

...and focus, we can set goals and achieve them regardless of where we are starting. Because of how different each student is, it's important to really consider what works best for you as a learner. For this, being simple and upfront is probably best. Are you a visual learner? Auditory? Let's start with that and consider what works from there. Knowing how you learn, while also being open to new approaches, can make science great...

...understanding of concepts and recall abilities. After I discovered this, learning was no longer a chore. Learning became an adventure and fun. I currently feel like I can learn anything as long as I apply the method I designed. My goal as a tutor is to demystify learning and to demonstrate to students that there is no such thing as a dumb student. We only have students who have not discovered how to learn. And...

I am a recent graduate of a Doctor of Physical Therapy program. I have been tutoring peers since I was in the 7th grade. I have a passion to educate others in any form and capacity that I can. Education is so powerful and sometimes, it takes a little bit of troubleshooting to get the student to back on track. I'm here to help make that happen!

Growing up as a first-generation ESL student, I understood the difficulty of having to learn on your own and seeking additional practice. I want to be the person that helps those in need, especially those who might know who to seek. I wish to be a great tutor and an even better mentor for students who aspire to go into the medical field!

...I worked with native Argentine children each day, apportioning and distributing breakfast for them, preparing their lunch, and teaching them English. These 20 children ranged in ages from 3 to 16 years old, and none of them had any English in their vocabulary before we arrived. Thus, the challenge to communicate with them was great, but the rewards were even greater when I was able to do so. Although I only had three weeks to...

...graduate of Creighton University with a PhD in microbiology and immunology. After graduation, I did a fellowship at the National Institutes of Health where I studied viral diseases. I've always had a passion for science and want to utilize that energy to help students gain meaningful understanding of the subject. I grew up in the rural Midwest and did not have opportunities to attend prestigious schools. My parents worked hard to provide us that opportunity...

...and through personalized attention find out where their strengths and weaknesses lie, then to work with them to build a foundation around their weak areas to achieve a comprehensive understanding of the subject material. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy an active lifestyle; through high school I was a sprinter on the track team, played for our varsity soccer club, and even played club rugby for two years. Since then I resigned to less demanding sports...

...science teacher in Baltimore County public schools in Baltimore Maryland. Prior to teaching, I worked in and trained others in the fields of massage therapy and emergency medical services in both Maryland and New Jersey. I tutor in multiple areas of science including biology and environmental science. I love biology and the sciences, and I hope that can help my students succeed in their science goals and aspirations. When I am not teaching, I enjoy...

...an undergraduate dual degree in biology and psychology. I have a number of experiences tutoring students from elementary school to adult learners in subjects ranging from algebra and organic chemistry to microeconomics and sociology. A lifelong commitment to learning has led me to pursue tutoring jobs or positions for the past 9 years. Even while I tutor a large range of disciplines, I especially like preparing students for the MCAT (in the past seeing increases...

...DMV area. For undergrad, I went to Michigan State University, where I majored in Psychology, minored in Bioethics and Humanities, and also took on Pre-Med courses. After graduating in 2011, I went to Ross University School of Medicine on the Island of Dominica. There, I took all the major science courses including, Anatomy/ Physiology, Biochemistry, microbiology, endocrinology, psychiatry, neurology and much more. After spending 2 years on the island, I returned to the US to...