Chris L.

• Virginia Beach, VA 23462 ( 26.7 mi )
• Expert Life Science Tutor

• Male Age 50
• Member since: 06/2013
• Will travel up to 30 miles
• Rates from $25 to $45 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Physiology, Bio Chemistry, Genetics, Biology, Anatomy

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My comments on tutoring Life Science : BS in biology graduated Summa Cum Laude UT San Antonio. Graduated top honors medical school. 2 YEARS surgical/medical resident training. Have treated thousands of patients and had to utilize knowledge of life science on a day to day basis for years.

Having fun is a requirement. Learning in an environment where stress is taken out of the equation is paramount to retention of knowledge and key to success. I utilize anecdotal methods to convey concepts so that a student can relate the knowledge to how it fits into their own life or past experience.I try to get around rote learning when possible. However, when pure memorization is unavoidable, I have methods to incorporate that are tried and true and still hinge on the foundation of using anecdot. See one, do one, teach one is also another way I like to use. The student sees/learns, then does/uses what they've learned, and finally teaches the information back to me and/or someone else. This method allows a students to become an expert at what they are learning.
Have tutored since 1999. BS in biology as well as medical degree with two years surgical/medical resident training. Have ... read more

Lauren M.

• Norfolk, VA 23518 ( 30.5 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Female Age 33
• Member Since: 06/2013
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $30.00 to $50.00 /hr
• On-line In-Home In-Group
• Also Tutors: Physiology, Bio Chemistry, Science, Marine Biology, Genetics, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology

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My approach to tutoring is to first find which specific area is causing each individual problems. Once we work on that area and master the concepts, I will then go back an work with each student to figure out a study strategy that will work for them long term. The goal is for them to be able to be successful on their own in their studies so they no longer need me! I am passionate about the sciences, and enjoy spreading this enthusiasm by making science and math exciting! Real world concepts, simplified explanations or complex material, and patience can make science enjoyable for people of all ages and skill levels!
Bachelor of Science San Diego State University AP Biology and Chemistry tutor-Wyzant Tutoring Undergraduate Teaching Assistant-Organismal Biology (College Level) Marine Biology Research Assistant Center for Behavioral Teratology Research Assistant Cardiology Clin ... read more

Nikkia G.

• Suffolk, VA 23435 ( 33.9 mi )
• Experienced Life Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2012
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $20.00 to $50.00 /hr
• On-line In-Group
• Also Tutors: Inorganic Chemistry, Physiology, Bio Chemistry, Science, Sociology, Organic Chemistry, Genetics, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy

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I double-majored in biology in chemistry in undergrad, so the field of science and medicine is my first love and my strength. I have also received a Masters of Public Health Degree in Epidemiology, and have since completed my 2nd year of medical school. I have always had a strong affinity for math and english as well. I have a published thesis paper that was constructed and presented as required for my masters curriculum. I have been tutoring since I was in high school, and have tutored elementary to college level courses.
I have a relaxed, stress-free teaching style, while staying on task and topic. I make sure the pupils really understand the material by breaking things down to the basics, and reviewing the foundations. After reviewing and application of the concepts, I have my students switch roles and "teach" me the material. I believe if you can explain the material to someone ... read more

Susan B.

• va beach, VA 23457 ( 12 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 40 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $53.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Marine Biology, Genetics, Earth Science, Biology

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During my years at the University of New Haven, I earned a BS in Biology and a MS in secondary education. During my undergraduate work, I worked with other biology students to form a laboratory class for students from a private school which had no laboratory facilities. I possess excellent communication skills both written and oral. The first is writing extensive research papers and laboratory reports, and the second is due to extensive public speaking course work. During the past six years I have taught students in the areas of biology, Earth science, Life science, and Marine science.
I love teaching all children and I am very passionate about science. Teachers must become aware of student’s prior knowledge, as well as how to tap into that knowledge and build on it. Students learn in different ways, and therefore instruction should include a mixture of different activities. I be ... read more

Amy B.

• Chesapeake, VA 23322 ( 20.3 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $51.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Marine Biology, Biology, Anatomy

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While at Virginia Tech, I dedicated much of my time to volunteering. Here I fell in love with serving others. During this time, one of the programs I volunteered for was an after-school teaching program. Here, I tutored elementary-aged children in english, science, and math. I enjoy helping others learn!
I have two younger sisters myself, and I am currently coaching the eight year old's softball team. From this experience, I have learned to have patience and creativity when it comes to teaching. I break things down so they become fun and informative.

Lisa H.

• Virginia Beach, VA 23454 ( 21 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Sociology, Psychology, Earth Science, Biology

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I have the unusual ability to teach in a way that each individual can relate to and on a level that they can each understand. I feel that all people can learn given the right circumstances and a teacher that understands the way that person is able to learn. Learning is a process and I approach teaching in a logical step by step fashion by which my students can relate.
As a Sociology major and an accounting student at Longwood University, I was able to gain an understanding in a variety of areas from classes in business, sociology, anthropology, psychology, english, math and the sciences. I have excelled in writing financial as well as literary reports. I tutored many of my classmates while I was in college and was afforded the opportunity to substitute teach sociology when my professors were out due to illness or personal reasons. In my career I have trained many of my employe ... read more

Anthony T.

• Chesapeke, VA 23320 ( 23.1 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 02/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Sociology

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Over the past five years I have worked as a Teacher/Instructor both the the legal field and in the public school setting with students diagnosed as ED and LD as well as being displaced from the normal public school setting. Even though my academic degrees are in the legal field I have stayed current in areas of Reading and Math from Basic Algebra to Geometry.
I believe that a student who lacks the basic fundamental skills in reading and mathematics will struggle to stay focused in class and continually be disruptive and ultimately stop attending school. My teaching style is consistently accommodating especially to these types of students. I like to show students that I am there for them and there isn't anything through my patience and sincerity they cannot learn.

Walter J.

• Chesapeake, VA 23320 ( 23.2 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 05/2010
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $54.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Earth Science, Biology

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I am a very motivating person and tend to use humor as a method of teaching. I teach to and with the child and never down to him/her. I break large components into their simplest forms so that a child learns to take things one step at a time and not feel overwhelmed. I make the learning relevant to what the child is interested in or knows about so that he/she can be more engaged in the learning process. We set the goal-a reasonable one yet with high expectations and together we achieve it.
For the past ten years, I have been teaching High School English. I have taught grades 9-12 in Literature, Composition and Standards of Learning in preparation for the state exams. I have taught inclusion classes involving students with numerous learning styles and have always met and exceeded the expectations of their parents.

Faith S.

• Virginia Beach, VA 23462 ( 23.4 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2009
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $45.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Marine Biology, Genetics, Earth Science, Biology

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I graduated from Union College in June of 2008 with a BS in Biology. Due to hard work and dedication, I received my BS in three years instead of four. I have been substitute teaching for almost a year for many different grade levels. As of recently, I have been tutoring students in mathematics.
I am a very patient person that believes in sticking with something until the student fully understands it. It may take a variety of techniques, rephrasing or working through examples, but I believe if you are dedicated there is nothing you cannot learn as a student.

Paul A.

• Chesapeake, VA 23320 ( 23.4 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $43.00 to $56.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Sociology, Psychology, Earth Science, Biology

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I use a variety of teaching styles, i.e cooperative learning, learning centers, interactive learning, sight and tactile learning. The school system I am in emphasizes Differentiated Instruction. I believe I make a difference in student's lives both educationally and as a role model.
My experience as a teacher began when I was in the U.S. Navy, I was an Financial and Department Training instructor. After retiring from the Navy I went to work in the school system as a security assistant. After one year I resigned and went to Norfolk State University and earned a Bachelor's Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a major concentration in Learning Disabled and a minor in Emotionally Disturbed. Ten years later I earned a Master's Degree in Education from Cambridge College. I have been a Special Education Teacher for the past 16 years teaching in the Virginia Beach City Schools. ... read more

Mridula P.

• Chesapeake, VA 23320 ( 23.4 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 5 miles
• Rates from $41.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Physics, Organic Chemistry, Marine Biology, Genetics, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy

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I am a Masters Degree holder in Bioinformatics and our curriculum encompasses Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Computer science, Immunology, Mathematics, Molecular Biology & Genetics, Proteomics, Statistics, Sequence Analysis and Structural Biology. In addition to this, my Bachelors Degree Course work also includes many of the above mentioned topics. I taught these subjects to Masters’ students for two and a half years while working as a full time Bioinformatics faculty from January 2006 to June 2008. Besides I have given home tuition in Mathematics and Science to many high school and college students. This academic background along with exposure to premier scientific institutions enabled me to improve my knowledge and skills.
A good teacher encourages students to think and analyze and not to accept the information passively. With this objective in mind, I combine class r ... read more

Larry R.

• Chesapeake, VA 23320 ( 23.4 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 06/2011
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $55.00 to $64.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Sociology, Physics, Organic Chemistry, Marine Biology, Genetics, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy

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I have worked for Norfolk City Public Schools and Virginia Beach City Public Schools as a substitute teacher for approximately six years. During that period I performed a multitude of jobs including long term substitute positions, teaching high school physics, and performed tasks far beyond the parameters of substitute job specifications. This current school year I was requested by the school improvement specialist, to work as the primary SOL tutor for Earth Science. I also worked for many years in the AVID program as a site tutor aiding in introducing new tutors to the procedures and techniques that would make them most productive as a tutor, while integrating the AVID program to the site.
My teaching style consists of incorporating all learning styles of most people in order to achieve the highest level of comprehension in course subjects. I believe that most students gain the be ... read more

Katherine B.

• Virginia Beach, VA 23462 ( 23.5 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $42.00 to $56.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Organic Chemistry, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy

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I am a very patient person. I tutored special needs students in the summer in a variety of subjects. I also taught piano lessons to several students of my own while attending school. While I was in college I was the chemistry lab assistant and lab tutor. I set-up and conducted the labs the teacher had planned, and I helped the students with their homework. As a summa cum luade graduate with a B.A in nursing, I strive for a high level of excellence in myself, and I really enjoy helping others reach their potential as well.
I absoultely love teaching children, and I have alot of patience. Every person has their own way of learning, and I strive my hardest to figure out what way that is in each of my students. I am a very visual and hands on learner, but I have the ability to adapt my teaching method. I think it is extremely important to be very possitive and celebrate even th ... read more

Mikaela H.

• Virginia Beach, VA 23452 ( 23.9 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 05/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $44.00 to $49.00 /hr
• I am a Certified Teacher
• Also Tutors: Earth Science

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While studying in college to become an elementary teacher I sought out many opportunities to practice my new skills and found them in all levels of academia from helping first graders learn to read to assisting my peers with their college papers. Since graduating, I have continued to find diverse ways to build upon my experience to become proficient in many areas. I have worked in settings in which children and adults know very little English as well as a classroom geared toward the gifted and talented students and finally overseas tutoring homeschooled children. Through my different experiences I have gained insight into how to motivate students to learn as well as strategies to help them reach success.
Teaching is a joy to me and privilege I am grateful to have. I am a creative, patient, and caring person and I love to incorporate games and fun into learning while maintaining th ... read more

Ayesha G.

• Virginia Beach, VA 23452 ( 24.2 mi )
• Life Science Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 07/2011
• Will travel up to 15 miles
• Rates from $53.00 to $57.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Earth Science, Biology

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I am not a teacher however, I do have 3 children ages 10, 11 and 12. They are very smart and all have been on the Principals list for the past 3 years. I'm patient, kind and understanding that children often times get frustrated. I take education very seriously and I want everyone to succeed. My goal is to give back to the community and this is my way by educating our future leaders of America.
As a recent MBA graduate, I would like to apply some of the things learned during my studies into helping others in their area of weakness. I understand that some students struggle in certain areas and I feel that I could be a great mentor. I tutored students in the past with the Big Brother Big Sister program. My area of expertise of editing and proofing essays and research papers. I'm also very proficient in Math.