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I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...
Nova Southeastern University
PHD, Medicine
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelors, History
University of Pennsylvania
undergraduate
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rhea
I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various...
University of Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Rahul
I am a recent graduate of Cornell University, where I received a B.S. in Chemical Engineering and graduated Magna Cum Laude. Over the past several years, I have worked with students from diverse backgrounds and experiences tutoring thermodynamics (my personal favorite), chemistry, and math. I have a...
Cornell University
B.S. in Chemical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
David
I am a graduate of Yale University, where I received my Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience. While I tutor a broad range of STEM subjects, I am most passionate about helping students achieve their best possible score on tests like the ACT and MCAT.
Yale University
Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience
Harvard University
Current Grad Student, Bioethics and Medical Ethics
Certified Tutor
9+ years
I am currently an undergrad at Vanderbilt University, majoring in Mathematics and Political Science. I have been tutoring students since high school, mostly in science and math. I've found that STEM courses are intimidating to many students, and I hope to get rid of that fear and promote an apprecia...
Vanderbilt University
Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
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Eric
I am patient and collaborative. I work with my students to help them come to the answers on their own, and I find creative and fun ways for students to think about the material in a new light.
Princeton University
Bachelor in Arts
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Michael
I am currently a fourth year medical student at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, and graduated Suma Cum Laude from Yeshiva College with a BA in Biology and Music. As a Writing Center tutor, I worked with undergraduate and graduate students looking to improve their writing, and have also tuto...
Yeshiva University
Bachelors, Biology, General
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Current Grad Student, Medical Doctor
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Lauren
I am a student at Duke University pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience with Chemistry and German minors. On campus I am involved in the Bilbo lab, which focuses on neuroimmune interactions in abnormal brain development. I am very passionate about helping others enjoy and learn about variou...
Duke University
Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Certified Tutor
Asta
I am a graduate of the University of Chicago where I received my undergraduate degree in political science. Right after graduation, I worked as an academic and test prep tutor as well as admissions consultant in Hong Kong. For the past two years, I worked with a number of students to help prepare th...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts in Political Science
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Allan
I'm a big Boston Celtics fan and I speak three languages. I can get you the test results you need to succeed because I went through the exams myself and performed well. The first time I took the SAT I actually wasn't satisfied with my score, so I spent 2 months working hard to get my score to where ...
Northwestern University
Bachelors, Biological Sciences
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I am a pre-dental student at Vanderbilt University majoring in Human Organizational Development with a concentration in Health and Human Services. I am well versed in many science subjects (Biology and Chemistry, etc.), math, and Spanish. I tutor all ages and will tailor my methods based on any type of need. Hobbies: traveling, music, singing, art, travel, books, writing, reading, cooking
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I am currently a senior at Harvard College where I study chemistry, and I'll be attending Columbia Medical School next year. I have years of experience tutoring college students in math (mostly calculus) and chemistry including both general and organic chemistry. In addition, I am very familiar with all sections of the SAT and ACT having prepared several high school students for these tests. I believe that every student is capable of boosting his or her baseline score on these tests, so long as he or she works hard to get to know the format of the tests and the most popular types of questions. I tutor because I love seeing students develop a genuine passion for the subjects they once disliked (such as math and science), once they understand the power of these subjects and their applications to the real world.
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Pre-Algebra Tutor • +25 Subjects
I am a recent Yale graduate with a B.S in chemical engineering. I have over 5 years of experience tutoring a wide range of subjects, and I am very passionate about math and science. My favorite part of tutoring is instilling confidence into students and making them feel that they can understand and enjoy a subject. Hobbies: books, writing, reading, music, art
Timothy
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +38 Subjects
I am one of many Varsity Tutors. I attended Jesuit High School in Carmichael, CA where I graduated with a 4.3 GPA taking multiple AP and honors courses (AP Bio, Chem, Physics B, Gov, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, English Lit, and English Lang). I also participated in several tutoring organizations throughout high school.
Caroline
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +41 Subjects
I am currently a fourth year medical student in Chicago. I attended the University of Notre Dame for undergrad, where I was a double major in Chinese and pre-medicine. When I am not studying, I enjoy spending time with family, volunteering, traveling, baking, and being active. I love sharing with others the knowledge and advice I have received in my education.
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Pre-Algebra Tutor • +42 Subjects
I'm a second-year student at Rice University majoring in Biochemistry and Cell Biology as well as in English. My unusual double major is a result of my inability to choose a favorite subject--I love literature and science! This love of learning translates naturally to my role as a tutor. Because I love learning, I look for ways to transmit my passions to others by teaching them. Another reason I enjoy tutoring lies in my own experience as a student. I had to work very hard for the grades it took to get to college, so I understand the problems of the struggling student, and I try my best to relate the methods I personally used to overcome those obstacles. Hobbies: reading, writing, books, music, yoga, art
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Frequently Asked Questions
Balancing equations is one of the most common stumbling blocks in high school chemistry because it requires understanding both the underlying atomic principle and the mechanical process. A tutor can break this down into manageable steps, help you recognize patterns in common equation types, and give you targeted practice with feedback in real time—which is much more effective than working through a textbook alone.
Beyond just getting the right coefficients, tutors help you understand *why* equations must balance, connecting it to the law of conservation of mass. This conceptual foundation makes the skill stick.
Yes. Tutoring can help you understand the scientific method, analyze experimental data, and communicate your findings clearly in lab reports. A tutor can explain what makes a good hypothesis, how to control variables, and how to interpret results—skills that matter far beyond just getting a good grade on one assignment.
This support is especially valuable because lab work teaches scientific reasoning that's tested on exams and college entrance tests like the AP Chemistry exam.
Understanding comes first. High school chemistry does require some memorization—polyatomic ions, common reaction types, the periodic table trends—but memorizing without understanding is a dead end, especially on cumulative exams and standardized tests like the SAT or ACT.
The best approach is to build a strong conceptual foundation so that memorization becomes optional. A tutor helps you see how individual facts connect to bigger ideas: how bonding explains reactivity, how stoichiometry flows from the mole concept, how thermodynamics predicts whether a reaction happens. When you understand the logic, facts stick naturally.
Visualization is key to chemistry success. Expert tutors use multiple strategies: drawing Lewis structures and molecular models to show bonding, energy diagrams to illustrate thermodynamics, and connecting abstract concepts to tangible real-world examples. For instance, explaining why ionic compounds conduct electricity when melted makes more sense when you visualize the movement of ions.
Tutors also help you practice translating between different representations—from the particulate level (atoms and molecules) to the macroscopic level (what you observe in the lab) to the symbolic level (equations and formulas). This flexibility in thinking is what separates surface-level memorization from real chemistry understanding.
Unit conversions and stoichiometry problems intimidate many students because they require combining conceptual understanding with multi-step calculation skills. A tutor can teach you to organize these problems systematically using dimensional analysis, build your confidence with scaffolded practice, and help you catch common mistakes like forgetting to convert between moles and grams.
Beyond just solving problems correctly, tutors help you understand what stoichiometry really means: the quantitative relationships between reactants and products. This conceptual layer makes the math feel purposeful rather than arbitrary.
The best chemistry tutors combine strong content expertise with the ability to explain complex ideas simply. They ask good questions that help you think through problems rather than just giving answers, they're patient with struggle (because chemistry is genuinely challenging), and they connect abstract concepts to real-world examples and lab work.
They also adapt their teaching style to you—some students need visual representations, others learn by doing problems, and many benefit from hearing explanations multiple ways. The goal isn't just to help you pass the test, but to build your confidence as a scientific thinker.
With consistent tutoring, students typically see improvements across the board: better grades on unit tests and quizzes, deeper understanding of concepts, improved problem-solving skills, and greater confidence on standardized tests like AP Chemistry or the SAT. Many students report that chemistry stops feeling like a collection of random facts and starts making sense as an interconnected system.
The timeline depends on where you're starting and how often you meet, but most students see noticeable progress within 4-6 weeks of regular tutoring. The real payoff is developing chemistry thinking skills that transfer to other STEM courses and help you build a stronger foundation for college science.
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