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Academic Mentor & PhD in Biology and Neuroscience with 10+ Years Exp
Marketta K.

4.9 (43 ratings)

119 hours tutoring

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Bio

Hello, I'm Marketta! I have 10+ years of experience teaching across multiple subjects, primarily in the life sciences. I'm highly qualified in teaching students at all levels, yet I do my best to relate the challenging landscape my high school- and university-level clients navigate. I'm patient in my work, creating a welcoming, non-judgmental environment. I make each session a collaborative effort. We cater to your unique learning style, and decide what your goals are for that session. I aim...

Hello, I'm Marketta! I have 10+ years of experience teaching across multiple subjects, primarily in the life sciences. I'm highly qualified in teaching students at all levels, yet I do my best to relate the challenging landscape my high school- and university-level clients navigate. I'm patient in my work, creating a welcoming, non-judgmental environment. I make each session a collaborative effort. We cater to your unique learning style, and decide what your goals are for that session. I aim to make the tutoring experience as enjoyable as possible and I highly value open communication so that I can learn how best to support you or your child during our lessons together.

Your Choice of Me as Your Tutor
In addition to tutoring, I'm also passionate about career mentorship in the life sciences. I'm a mentor through Polygence.org where I guide high schoolers how to conduct their own research project. I have 10+ years experience working across several laboratories, where I often relate real world applications to my students. It's my mission to help students succeed in the classroom, on AP exams, with college admissions, navigate internships and capstone honors thesis projects. We strategize what you want out of your educational experience for the longevity of your academic success.

Background, Credentials, & Experience
I attended Barrett, the Honors College at Arizona State University. I underwent a rigorous curriculum of biology, biochemistry, genetics, microbiology, cellular biology, developmental biology, evolution, chemistry, and physics, created a student-run organization for biological science majors, and wrote my honors thesis dissertation. I worked with professors, sparking a collaboration between them and the researchers at the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen) in downtown Phoenix. I was accepted to the Interdepartmental Neuroscience Program at the University of California, Irvine, where I earned my Masters of Science in Molecular Neuroscience and PhD in Neurobiology & Behavior.

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Education

Barrett, The Honors College at Arizona State University
Biological Sciences
University of California, Irvine
Masters
University of California, Irvine
PhD

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $60
  • Rate details: After a no-show 15 minutes the lesson is cancelled and charged full value of scheduled lesson. If a student is late or leaves early, the charge is for duration between the scheduled start and end time
  • Lesson cancellation: 3 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 11/13/2025

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Approved Subjects

Biochemistry

Biochemistry

For 8+ years I've been enrolled in a rigorous curriculum across the physical and life sciences over a comprehensive spread of undergraduate and graduate courses (biology, biochemistry, chemistry, neuroscience, genetics, microbiology, cellular, developmental biology, evolution, physics, etc.). Additionally, I've worked for numerous tutoring and teaching organizations in multiple subjects including science, math, and writing, started up my own club for biological science majors, and actively conducted and presented my honors thesis research project which focused on the neurobiology of biochemical and molecular mechanisms of stress and recovery in the brain.
Biology

Biology

For 8+ years I've been enrolled in a rigorous curriculum across the physical and life sciences over a comprehensive spread of undergraduate and graduate courses (biology, chemistry, biochemistry, neuroscience, genetics, microbiology, cellular, developmental biology, evolution, physics, etc.). Additionally, I've worked for numerous tutoring and teaching organizations in multiple subjects including science, math, and writing, started up my own club for biological science majors, and actively conducted and presented my honors thesis research project which focused on the neurobiology of stress and recovery in the brain.
Chemistry

Chemistry

For 8+ years I've been enrolled in a rigorous curriculum across the physical and life sciences over a comprehensive spread of undergraduate and graduate courses (chemistry, biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, genetics, microbiology, cellular, developmental biology, evolution, physics, etc.). Additionally I've worked for numerous tutoring and teaching organizations in multiple subjects including science, math, and writing, started up my own club for science majors, and actively conducted and presented my honors thesis research project which focused on using a widescale protein chemistry technique, proteomics, to study the neurobiology of stress and recovery in the brain.
Elementary Math

Elementary Math

For 8+ years I've been enrolled in a rigorous curriculum across the math and sciences over a comprehensive spread of undergraduate and graduate courses. Additionally, I've tutored and taught at numerous K-8 organizations in multiple subjects including science, math, and writing, started up my own club for biological science college majors, and actively conducted and presented my honors thesis research project which focused on the neurobiology of stress and recovery in the brain.
Elementary Science

Elementary Science

For 8+ years I've been enrolled in a rigorous curriculum across the physical and life sciences over a comprehensive spread of undergraduate and graduate courses (biology, chemistry, biochemistry, neuroscience, genetics, microbiology, cellular, developmental biology, evolution, physics, etc.). Additionally, I've tutored and taught at numerous K-8 organizations in multiple subjects including science, math, and writing, started up my own club for biological science college majors, and actively conducted and presented my honors thesis research project which focused on the neurobiology of stress and recovery in the brain.
GED

GED

For over 8+ years I've been enrolled in a rigorous curriculum across the physical and life sciences in a comprehensive spread of undergraduate and graduate courses (biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, genetics, microbiology, cellular, developmental biology, evolution, chemistry, physics, etc.). Additionally I've worked for multiple tutoring and teaching organizations in multiple subjects including science, math, and writing, started up my own club for biological science majors, and actively conducted and presented my honors thesis research project which focused on the neurobiology of stress and recovery in the brain.
Genetics

Genetics

For 8+ years I've been enrolled in a rigorous curriculum across the physical and life sciences over a comprehensive spread of undergraduate and graduate courses (biology, chemistry, biochemistry, neuroscience, genetics, microbiology, cellular, developmental biology, evolution, physics, etc.). Additionally, I've worked for numerous tutoring and teaching organizations in multiple subjects including science, math, and writing, started up my own club for biological science majors, and actively conducted and presented my honors thesis research project which focused on the neurobiology of stress and recovery in the brain.
Neuroscience

Neuroscience

I obtained a doctorate degree in neurobiology, with a specialization and focus in the study of Huntington's disease. I researched and studied therapeutic strategies for approaching the treatment of HD. I also have 10+ years experience studying and teaching biological molecular mechanisms in the body and the brain. I have taken several undergraduate and graduate level courses in systems level neurosciences, statistics for biosciences, and molecular neuroscience.
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Marketta is a knowledgeable tutor

Marketta is an outstanding tutor. I am a medical student, and I was struggling with Molecular Biology as medical school is very fast paced and there is a lot of material to cover in such little time. I am glad that I reached out to her through Wyzant because she has extensive knowledge in Molecular Biology. She was able to answer any question I had and explain it in a thorough, concise, and clear way. She also asked me some questions based on the material we reviewed to make sure I really understood the concept. Then she would correct anything I explained wrong or add any extra information that I left out. This was beneficial as I was able to recall what we discussed while I was taking the exam which helped increase my exam grades. I am very pleased with her tutoring as I was originally doing poorly in this subject. I would recommend her tutoring services to anyone who really wants to develop an understanding in Molecular Biology.

Aliyah, 8 lessons with Marketta
Tutor responded:

Thank you for your kind review Aliyah! It was such a pleasure working with you throughout the semester and so rewarding to watch your growth. I'm happy I could be of assistance along your journey. Wishing you the best of luck through the remainder of your studies!

Fantastic Tutor

Marketta met with my daughter to help her with middle school molecular science. She was so kind, positive, encouraging and incredibly knowledgeable. We definitely hope to work with her again!

Ashley, 1 lesson with Marketta
Tutor responded:

Thank you so much for your feedback, Ashley! Your daughter was a such a joy to work with. Wishing her continued success along her academic journey. I would be more than happy to work with her again!

Knowledgable Tutor

Marketta helped me walk through the processes of gene expression in a way that worked around my existing knowledge. I love how she asks questions as I talked through them so I could really comprehend why each step occurred and how it happened. I would recommend her to anyone looking for extra help in a biology course!

Nandita, 3 lessons with Marketta
Tutor responded:

Thank you so much Nandita! It was such a pleasure working with you. I'm so glad you found our time to be of help for your class! :)

Knowledgeable and patient

Marketta was very knowledgeable and was able to help my daughter with all her questions for AP bio. She was very patient in answering her questions and guiding her to arrive at answers.

Swati, 21 lessons with Marketta
Tutor responded:

Thank you for the kind words! It makes my job so much fun to work with such great students like your daughter!

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