Chelsea S.

• Charleston, WV 25312 ( 11.9 mi )
• Marine Biology Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 10/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $38.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Sociology, Psychology, Physics, Organic Chemistry, Life Science, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy

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Read More About Chelsea S...

I truly love helping others especially when it comes to learning. Some students need that extra attention that they are not receiving in the classroom and I would love to be able to help them in anyway I can. I believe in repetition for effective learning and providing relevant examples that the student can relate to. I think it's so sad when students are left behind in the classroom and feel as they are not up to par as some of the other students. I want to help and make sure that each student learns each subject matter to their full potential.
I graduated from West Virginia University with a bachelor of science in biology and a minor in communications. Throughout school, I helped many students with a variety of courses I had already taken. I have always worked very well with others and my communication minor only enhances this aspect. I am currently pursuing my masters in health ... read more

Allison P.

• Huntington, WV 25705 ( 32.4 mi )
• Marine Biology Tutor

• Female
• Member Since: 12/2010
• Will travel up to 20 miles
• Rates from $40.00 to $50.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Psychology, Physics, Organic Chemistry, Life Science, Genetics, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy

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A Little Bit About Me...

I enjoy working with all age groups. When working with older students I typically use a teaching style that involves asking the student a series of questions such that the student ends up answering their own question through deductive reasoning. I have found that a student utilizing this pedagogical method not only tends to more effectively remember the answers to the questions but understands the thought process that allowed them to arrive at those answers. I have also found that students are better able to pay attention for longer amounts of time with this active learning style as opposed to simply listening to a lecturer.
I first gained experience as a tutor as a senior at Westminster College where I volunteered as a science tutor in the college's learning center. I spent my time tutoring students in the subjects of biology and chemistry. I graduated as valedictorian of my ... read more