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Pallavi
I am a graduate of The University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Biology (Neurobiology concentration), a Bachelor of Science in Economics (Healthcare Management and Policy concentration), and a Master's in Biology. Throughout my undergraduate, I have loved tutoring...
University of Pennsylvania
Master's in Biology
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts in Biology (Neurobiology concentration)

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5+ years
Karista
I am now an independent contractor and science writer. Some of my work is on my website, www.karistahudelson.com. I am passionate about education and truly enjoy helping students with science and math courses. I have tutored for undergraduate level chemistry, algebra, and biology courses and taught ...
University of North Texas
Master of Science, Environmental Science
Oklahoma State University-Main Campus
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
University of Windsor
Doctor of Philosophy, Environmental Science

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Emily
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Johns Hopkins University
Master of Science, Education
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor in Arts, Psychology

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6+ years
Mariam
Indiana University-Bloomington
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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6+ years
Remy
I am on the pre-med track planning to apply next year. I have a genuine passion for helping others, whether that be in my future career as a doctor or tutoring! During my years at Oberlin, I was a general chemistry laboratory teaching assistant, as well as a tutor for Bioorganic chemistry. I was ins...
Oberlin College
Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience

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6+ years
Ritu
UNC Chapel Hill
Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

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6+ years
Brittany
Duke University
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

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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
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Certified Tutor
9+ years
Jai
I'm a recent Stanford graduate (Electrical Engineering and Computer Science), and have been working at a major Management Consulting firm for a few years now. I personally scored a 2360 (out of 2400) on the SAT and 35 on the ACT and was successful in gaining admission to several top universities. I'...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

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Kate
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
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I am available to tutor middle and high school math, history and test prep. I have tutored math and history in the past and I previously taught a test prep course at a school in Hanoi, Vietnam. I have a lot of experience teaching all the need-to-know tricks to doing great on the SATS/ACTS! When I am not in school myself, I love rowing, equestrian and exploring my new city of Boston! I look forward to meeting and working with you soon!
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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 subjects as well as tutoring private clients in Standardized Test preparation. Given that I graduated high school recently, I have taken several Standardized Tests and high school subjects myself, so I have a comprehensive understanding of not only how to tutor these subjects and exams, but also what it is like to take them. While I have a wide range of interests and am able to tutor various subjects, I am most passionate about tutoring in Standardized Test preparation (including ACT, SAT, SAT Subject Tests, and AP Exams), Biology, Chemistry, Math, and Spanish. I truly believe that students should have the opportunity to learn in the way that works best for them, and I love being able to help them succeed by creating a comfortable tutoring environment in which we can best assess their particular needs and use strategies specific to them. My passion for learning drives everything that I do, and tutoring is the platform that I use to try to spread that passion to others. In my free time, you can find me playing badminton, listening to music, or baking something (hopefully) delicious.
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Calculus Tutor • +28 Subjects
I am a recent graduate of Yale University and incoming first year medical student at Columbia University. Originally from the DC area, I have always had a passion for science and medicine and pursued a degree in Biology while at Yale. During the 2008-2009 academic year, I tutored science, math, English, history, and Mandarin Chinese part-time with a DC-based tutoring company. At Yale, I worked as a freshman counselor to provide academic and career advice to incoming freshmen. I have taken both SAT and MCAT test prep classes and am familiar with both tests as well as the preparation necessary to score well. My personal career goals include attending medical school to pursue either immunology/infectious diseases or psych/neurology, teaching biology at the university level, and working in public/global health with either the CDC or the WHO.
Matthew
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +39 Subjects
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Charles
AP Calculus AB Tutor • +25 Subjects
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best describe my tutoring style as one that adapts to each students' needs. For example, I have always tried to frame questions in a different way so that the student can better understand the question. Some students need visual representations of numbers and systems to understand them, and others benefit more by understanding the concepts behind each formula. I prefer to tutor in math and physics, and especially with real world application problems. I hope to help students improve their standardized test scores and their understanding of the math and sciences so that they can achieve their academic goals! Hobbies: art, books, running, reading, music, writing
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Cell structure and function is often the biggest hurdle—understanding organelles and their roles requires visualization skills many students haven't developed yet. Photosynthesis and cellular respiration are close seconds because they involve abstract energy transfers and chemical processes that feel disconnected from real life. Students also struggle with taxonomy and classification systems (remembering kingdom, phylum, class, order, family, genus, species) and grasping how natural selection actually works beyond memorizing the phrase. A tutor can break these down into digestible pieces, use analogies, and connect them to observable examples so the concepts stick.
Many 9th graders can follow lab instructions but struggle to understand *why* they're doing each step or how to interpret results meaningfully. A tutor helps students design experiments with clear hypotheses, identify variables correctly, and draw conclusions based on actual data rather than guessing what the answer 'should be.' This builds real scientific reasoning—students learn to think like biologists, not just memorize procedures. Tutoring also helps students communicate findings clearly in lab reports, which is a critical skill for high school science.
Understanding should always come first. A student who memorizes that mitochondria is the 'powerhouse of the cell' without grasping that it breaks down glucose into usable energy will forget it and struggle on exams. The best approach is learning *why* structures exist and *how* processes work, then using strategic repetition and practice problems to reinforce that understanding. A tutor helps students build mental models—visualizing a cell membrane as a selective gatekeeper, or photosynthesis as a plant's way of capturing sunlight—so memorization becomes a natural byproduct of genuine comprehension.
Visualization is critical in biology because you can't see DNA replication or enzyme-substrate interactions happening in real time. Tutors use multiple strategies: drawing and labeling diagrams repeatedly, using physical models or analogies (like lock-and-key for enzymes), watching high-quality animations, and having students explain concepts out loud while sketching. Breaking down complex processes into step-by-step sequences—like showing photosynthesis as 'capture light, split water, make glucose'—makes abstract ideas concrete. The more students engage multiple senses and create their own visual representations, the stronger their understanding becomes.
Beyond content knowledge, the best biology tutors excel at breaking down complex systems into understandable parts and explaining *why* biology matters. They should be comfortable with lab work and the scientific method, able to create or find quality visuals and models, and skilled at asking questions that push students to think critically rather than just recite facts. They also understand common misconceptions—like thinking evolution is random or that photosynthesis and respiration are opposites—and know how to address them directly. Strong tutors adapt their explanations based on how each student learns best, whether that's through diagrams, analogies, or hands-on activities.
Effective exam prep goes beyond cramming facts. A tutor helps students practice applying concepts to new scenarios—like predicting how an organism would adapt to environmental changes, or explaining why a particular mutation might be beneficial. They work through past exams or practice problems, identifying patterns in question types and helping students recognize what each question is really asking. Tutoring also builds confidence by ensuring students understand the 'big picture' of major units (like the flow of energy through ecosystems or how DNA controls traits) so individual facts fit into a coherent framework. This approach leads to better retention and stronger performance on both multiple-choice and short-answer questions.
For struggling students, tutors focus on building foundational understanding—ensuring they grasp basic cell structure before tackling photosynthesis, or understanding what a gene is before diving into inheritance patterns. For on-level students, tutoring fills gaps and deepens thinking, moving beyond 'what happens' to 'why and how' questions. For advanced students, tutors challenge them to make connections across units, explore extensions like genetic engineering or evolution in action, and develop the analytical skills needed for honors or AP Biology. Personalized instruction means each student gets exactly the support they need to move forward, whether that's review, challenge, or something in between.
When students see how photosynthesis powers the food chain, or how natural selection explains antibiotic resistance in bacteria, abstract concepts suddenly feel relevant and memorable. A tutor connects topics to current events and student interests—exploring how genetic engineering creates disease-resistant crops, how the immune system fights COVID-19, or how ecosystems respond to climate change. These connections make learning feel purposeful rather than just academic, boost engagement, and help concepts stick because they're anchored to real situations students care about. Understanding the 'so what?' of biology transforms it from a list of facts to memorize into a lens for understanding the living world.
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