Experienced High School STEM Tutor - Biology and Algebra

Elexa R.

I have a master’s degree in Science Education from Montana State University and bachelor’s degrees in Biotechnology (from UCF) and Legal Studies (from FGCU) along with a chemistry minor and experience as a molecular biology teaching assistant at UCF. I taught science for seven years at Brevard Public Schools, working primarily with students in grades 7–12. My teaching experience included AP Physics, IB science courses, biology, and other STEM subjects, and I have also worked with students individually through tutoring, research projects, and science competitions.

My approach to tutoring is to figure out what a student understands, where the gaps are, and what is getting in the way of solving a problem. I adjust explanations as necessary rather than simply repeating the same information. I have experience breaking complicated scientific concepts into manageable pieces, using diagrams and examples, and helping students develop problem-solving strategies they can apply independently. I have worked with students with a wide range of abilities and learning needs, from students who need help building foundational skills to advanced students preparing for AP-level coursework and exams.

I especially enjoy helping students understand the “why” behind science rather than relying on memorization. As a classroom teacher, I managed multiple courses and student programs simultaneously and monitored student progress to identify areas where additional support was needed. In AP Physics, for example, my students’ exam performance improved substantially over two years. I now bring that same combination of subject knowledge, patience, and individualized instruction to tutoring