Hi there! I'm Clarissa, a working professional in the biotech field with a BA in Molecular Biology and a Master's in Epidemiology & Biostatistics. I have been working in biochemistry labs as a technician and quality manager for over 6 years; part of my job is training, mentoring, and teaching employees about mathematical and biochemical concepts, as well as how to apply said concepts. The other bulk of my work involves writing and editing technical reports, which is something I appreciate as...
Hi there! I'm Clarissa, a working professional in the biotech field with a BA in Molecular Biology and a Master's in Epidemiology & Biostatistics. I have been working in biochemistry labs as a technician and quality manager for over 6 years; part of my job is training, mentoring, and teaching employees about mathematical and biochemical concepts, as well as how to apply said concepts. The other bulk of my work involves writing and editing technical reports, which is something I appreciate as I am a creative writer in my free time. I also have 2 years of previous experience as a private tutor for K-12 students in English literature and essay writing, English as a second language (ESL), Algebra I & II, Calculus I & II (AP Calculus AB/BC), AP Statistics, and general biology.
My teaching approach differs slightly for each student depending on needs (age, subject, etc), but for all students I employ a strengths-based tutoring philosophy that aims to guide rather than simply correct. For example, when working on a math assignment together, I lead the student in their own thinking by connecting the problems to known concepts to allow the student to get as far as they can on their own while I bridge the gaps. I find this approach most effective as it promotes recall and application while also providing the student with confidence. While applying this approach universally, as previously mentioned, I aim to tailor lessons to each student depending on their needs by offering alternative explanations and by taking into account the widths of the "gaps" in a student's understanding of a subject. To use essay writing as an example, some students may need help proofreading and improving their writing, while others may not know where to even start their first draft. With my approach, I strive to meet both of these students where they are and help them reach their final draft.
Thank you for considering me as a tutor! Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
