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Vusumuzi H.

45/hour

Near Amherst, NY

Pharmaceutical Scientist, Medicinal Chemist & Organic Chemistry Tutor

5.0 (243)

866 hours tutoring

Response time: 2 minutes

Hi, my name is Vusumuzi H. (Vusa), and I am a medicinal chemist and pharmaceutical scientist. I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from the University at Buffalo, as well as Master’s degrees in Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmaceutical...

Such a wonderful tutor!

Vusumuzi H. is the best tutor I have had on online platforms. He is highly responsive, even at night (which is super helpful when you want to review homework before it is due). He is very knowledgeable on Organic Chemistry topics,... - Chiara, 3 lessons with Vusumuzi

Tian Chi M.

47/hour

Near Amherst, NY

Law School Graduate and History/Political Science double major

5.0 (18)

35 hours tutoring

Taught more than 300 classes, I gave US and Canadian high school and college students chances to brainstorm and recall subject contents students had learned from lectures. And then, I start from there to guide students about essays and exams....

Tara B.

50/hour

Near Amherst, NY

Highly Effective Math, Writing and Test Prep Tutor

5.0 (5)

8 hours tutoring

With many years of experience tutoring behind me, I've worked with students in math up to and including high school Calculus. While much of my tutoring has focused on math, my undergraduate degree is in English and I can help with both reading and...

Alysson B.

70/hour

Near Amherst, NY

5+ Years of Chemistry Studies and 4 years of Teaching Chemistry

5.0 (8)

43 hours tutoring

Hello! I'm a dedicated Chemistry Ph.D. student with a passion for unraveling the mysteries of the molecular world. With six years of intensive study in the field of chemistry, I have honed my skills in research, analysis, and problem-solving....

Robin C.

60/hour

Near Amherst, NY

Helping to make math easy (and engineering too!)

4.8 (136)

557 hours tutoring

I truly enjoy seeing those I teach "get it" and have that "ah ha" moment. A structural engineer by trade, I want to continually learn new things each and every day. It's my job! Structures and math are my specialties of course, but I don't fit...

Patient and very knowledgeable!

Robin is a phenomenal tutor. I thought I would never find a tutor for structural engineering. She is very clear about the material and uses the Wyzant lesson platform to clearly explain things and draw them out. She takes time to ... - Gabriela, 17 lessons with Robin

Michael V.

50/hour

Near Amherst, NY

MD/PhD Candidate Tutoring Math, Science, MCAT, Step 1

17 hours tutoring

My name is Michael, and I am a MD/PhD candidate at the Jacobs School of Medicine at the University at Buffalo. I have passed USMLE Step 1, the first medical board exam, and have tutored medical students on all preclinical topics. I have also...

Paul P.

45/hour

Near Amherst, NY

Multidisciplinary College Tutor, Instructor, and Writing Consultant

5.0 (328)

933 hours tutoring

When I tell strangers that I am an ABD (All But Dissertation) graduate student in philosophy, they might perceive me as a limited specialist, with skills pertinent only to my dissertation on social epistemology and other philosophical topics,...

Daniel C.

40/hour

Near Amherst, NY

I love teaching others everything I can about Math and Physics

4.9 (71)

127 hours tutoring

During my time at University at Buffalo (UB), I spent a significant amount of time teaching other students the skills necessary to approach problems in mathematics and physics logically and consistently. I tutored for the Center for Academic...

Kate S.

40/hour

Near Amherst, NY

Fun, Creative, & Effective! 20+ Years Experience as Elem. Teacher

5.0 (28)

99 hours tutoring

Are you looking for a fun, engaging, effective tutoring experience for your child? I am a highly qualified elementary school teacher with over 20 years of experience, and I would love to work with you and your child! My specialty is making...

Kevin O.

80/hour

Near Amherst, NY

Experienced Doctor of Physical Therapy- Kinesiology, Neuro, & More

5.0 (139)

278 hours tutoring

Hi, I'm Kevin. I have over 10 years of experience as a Doctor of Physical Therapy. I have a Bachelor's degree in Natural Sciences (Cum Laude) with a minor in Biology. I graduated in 2013 with my Doctor of Physical Therapy degree with a 3.87 GPA....

Claudio B.

60/hour

Near Amherst, NY

Physics PhD Student Experienced in All Branches of Math and Physics

5.0 (98)

494 hours tutoring

I am a current physics doctoral candidate at the University at Buffalo, and as such, I have dedicated the past decade to learning as much as I can from this vast and inspiring subject. During this time, I have accumulated over five years of...

Excellent AP Physics tutor

Claudio was very helpful in preparing my son for his AP Physics C Mechanics and E&M exams. After just a few weeks of meeting with Claudio, my son gained a much greater understanding of the material, and by the time my son had to t... - Laura, 10 lessons with Claudio

Carter W.

50/hour

Near Amherst, NY

PhD Student in English Tutoring Secondary and Collegiate Writing

5.0 (15)

58 hours tutoring

Are you struggling with a draft that just isn't quite there yet? Facing a tight essay deadline? Dealing with a vicious case of writer's block? Wrangling with a difficult, tedious, or just downright boring reading assignment? Simply...

Elise G.

135/hour

Near Amherst, NY

Experienced Organic, General, AP, and Regents Chemistry Tutor

5.0 (478)

1,744 hours tutoring

Response time: 57 minutes

I have been tutoring chemistry for nearly a decade to all ages, and I have tutored 1400+ hours on Wyzant. I have my masters in medicinal chemistry from University at Buffalo. I spent 5 years doing organic chemistry research, and I spent 4...

Detailed, Positive, and Patient Ochem Tutor

Elise tutored me in organic chemistry 1 and 2, and she helped me every step of the way. I went from barely knowing organic chemistry to it being one of my favorite subjects to learn. She is patient, encourages questions, and makes... - Amie, 25 lessons with Elise

Karen S.

70/hour

Near Amherst, NY

UNIVERSITY AT BUFFALO Writing Instructor, Editor, AI Humanizer

4.7 (23)

100 hours tutoring

I am a University at Buffalo writing instructor, tutor, and published copy editor. My specialties are: English - writing composition, grammar, and editing; ESL instruction - writing, reading, and speaking; Job preparation; resume/cover...

Jim S.

40/hour

Near Amherst, NY

Physics (and math) are fun, really

4.8 (516)

1,143 hours tutoring

Unlike many of the tutors that appear on this site, I an not a professional teacher. I have, however, been a tutor for many years. I got my start, quite by accident, while a physics teaching assistant at the University of California. My job was to...

Amazing and patient.

Jim was a great person and a fantastic tutor. I was a neuroscience major at the University of Rochester and needed to get through Physics E&M. It was an incredibly tough course and I was worried about passing it, an experience I h... - Nick, 7 lessons with Jim

Brandy B.

60/hour

Near Amherst, NY

Comprehensive Tutor: Customized Approach

5.0 (162)

554 hours tutoring

Ever since I was a little girl, I've loved education--and the opportunities it affords me in my life. From the privilege of working with a diverse group of people, I have grown to believe that educators must learn how to teach their students as...

Patient,

First, I have to say Brandy is an excellent tutor and definitely has her head well planted on her shoulders. It's very easy to see that she tutors with true passion instead of as an obligation. She's extremely resourceful and fin... - Edward, 3 lessons with Brandy

Melina V.

40/hour

Near Amherst, NY

Anatomy and Physiology- Let's Make it Easy!!

5 hours tutoring

Hi there! I’m Mel — a current second-year medical student (M2) with a Bachelor’s in Biomedical Sciences and a minor in Psychology. I’m passionate about helping students not only succeed academically, but truly understand what they’re...

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Timothy S.

350/hour

The Tutor I Always Wish I Had

5.0 (558)

2,178 hours tutoring

Response time: 33 minutes

I am a 99th percentile test taker who routinely helps students reach their fullest potential on a test and, in many cases, perform better than I ever have. The LSAT is a test that requires those who take it to think in a particular way. As...

LSAT / / Life-changing Tutor

Some rock solid numbers: from the mid 150s on my first practice test all the way to a score in the high 170s on the actual exam. I could not have achieved my score without Tim. Before starting our lessons, I had been studying for ... - Kristina, 37 lessons with Timothy

Hongzhi L.

42/hour

Experienced Chinese Teacher/Tutor and Chinese Writing Critic

5.0 (3356)

11,405 hours tutoring

I’m a native Chinese speaker and a formally trained teacher with over 25 years of teaching experience, including 18+ years locally and more than 11,000 hours on Wyzant, where I’ve consistently maintained a 5-star rating. I specialize in AP...

Extremely enthusiastic

Ms. Hongzhi’s enthusiasm is very contagious and she maintains a high level of performance on my daughter’s progress during the class. - Alex, 13 lessons with Hongzhi

Juan G.

55/hour

Native Spanish Speaker and Elementary Math Teacher

5.0 (341)

1,467 hours tutoring

Hello! My name is Juan C G. I'm a Spanish native speaker. I was born in Mexico City, and I attended the University of Mexico (UNAM) with a major in Civil Engineering. I have been teaching Math since I graduated from College in 1997. I started...

Engaging and Supportive Spanish Tutor for Middle Schooler

Juan provided an excellent short-term Spanish program to prepare my daughter for her school test. His lessons were not only fun but also well-structured, with additional homework that helped her study more efficiently. Thanks to h... - Tomo, 7 lessons with Juan

Zachary C.

92/hour

Math and Physics tutor

5.0 (503)

1,545 hours tutoring

Zach is a tutor with experience tutoring college students in integral and differential calculus and both calculus-based and algebra-based physics. He got his Bachelor of Science degree in 2011, majoring in Geology and double minoring in Physics...

Dana G.

140/hour

Patient and Enthusiastic English and Writing Tutor

5.0 (105)

340 hours tutoring

Response time: 15 minutes

Hi! I’m Dana, and I graduated magna cum laude from Hamilton College in 2024. My passion for language led me to get a BA with departmental honors in both Creative Writing and Classical Languages. I have been supporting other writers since high...

knowledgeable, organized, prepared

Dana came prepared and provided the exact tutoring needed. She has experience and the technique to make the session worthwhile. Will definitely use Dana as our regular tutor. - Ian, 4 lessons with Dana

Amanda W.

90/hour

LSAT, Law School Admissions, Essay Writing, Literature, Proofreading

5.0 (392)

2,895 hours tutoring

I am a law school graduate, holding a Doctor of Jurisprudence with an additional Certificate of Concentration in International Law and Business Law. My legal education includes advanced coursework in international business transactions, business...

Incredible Guidance Throughout the Law School Admissions Process

I had an incredible experience working with Amanda as my LSAT and law school admissions consultant. I first reached out to her after receiving a lower score than I had hoped for. With limited time to retake the test and submit app... - Alexis, 65 lessons with Amanda

Michael W.

85/hour

Raise Your ACT Reading & Science Scores Fast

5.0 (119)

330 hours tutoring

As a certified teacher with over a decade of classroom experience and five years specializing in ACT Science and Reading prep, I help students raise their scores with a clear, step-by-step game plan. No guesswork. No overwhelm. Just proven...

Exceptional ACT Science Tutor – 24 to 36 Transformation

If I have to describe Michael in one line.: "Outstanding ACT Science Tutor – Consistent, Strategic, and Results-Driven" After working with several tutors and seeing little to no progress, we were fortunate to find this exceptiona... - Ramya, 9 lessons with Michael

Agnieszka M.

45/hour

Polish Language Teacher/Tutor

5.0 (380)

681 hours tutoring

I am a native Polish speaker with over 10 years of experience teaching Polish language. I work with learners at all levels—from complete beginners to advanced—online, in person, and at major U.S. universities. I hold an MA in Foreign Language...

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