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PhD scientist available for help with math, science, and economics
Timothy F.

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I have had the good fortune of tutoring several high school and college students in math, science, and economics over the years. When I first start tutoring someone, s/he is often frustrated and discouraged, so my first objective is to get his/her confidence back. That is even more important than the subject matter, as important as that is. Once the person's confidence returns, then s/he will be more receptive to what I am teaching, and significant improvement will follow.

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I have had the good fortune of tutoring several high school and college students in math, science, and economics over the years. When I first start tutoring someone, s/he is often frustrated and discouraged, so my first objective is to get his/her confidence back. That is even more important than the subject matter, as important as that is. Once the person's confidence returns, then s/he will be more receptive to what I am teaching, and significant improvement will follow.

One person came to me a few years back having flunked two chemistry exams. I was able to work with this person and, through his dedication, he improved significantly. He eventually graduated with a degree in pharmacy. Another person I taught failed the first chemistry quiz of the semester (2 out of 10). I worked with this person, and he went on to do very well in the course.

The approach that I take is that, as long as students don't give up on themselves, I won't give up on them either, regardless of what their grades are. I know someone who got a C- in the first chemistry course that he took, then got an A in the second one. The same can happen for other struggling students as well.


Education

Hobart & William Smith
undergrad
State University of New York at Buffalo
Other
Duquene University
PhD

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Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I have tutored several students over the years in math and would be honored to have the opportunity to do so again.
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

I have tutored several students over the years in chemistry, which makes extensive use of algebra, and I would be honored to have the opportunity to tutor in either subject.
Chemistry

Chemistry

I have tutored several high school and college students in general chemistry over the years, and I would be happy to serve in that capacity again.
Macroeconomics

Macroeconomics

I earned an A+ in Microeconomics in college, and I also have tutored several students in economics as well.
MCAT

MCAT

I have a B.S. in Chemistry, an M.S. in Medicinal Chemistry, and a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry. In the process of obtaining my education, I have taken courses in and tutored all of the science related subjects covered on the test (General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, and Physics). In addition, I am qualified to tutor in all of those subjects through WyzAnt and have already successfully tutored in them, both in person and online.
Microeconomics

Microeconomics

I earned an A+ in Microeconomics in college, and I also have tutored several students in economics as well.
Organic Chemistry

Organic Chemistry

I have an M.S. degree in Medicinal Chemistry, which is described on the University of Washington website as "a discipline with a traditional focus on organic synthetic chemistry with the broad goals of drug discovery and optimization" (website reference: http://sop.washington.edu/medchem). My thesis research included the organic synthesis of inhibitors of Carboxypeptidase G-2. Additionally, when I was a graduate student, I served as a teaching assistant for organic chemistry laboratory. I have already served as a general chemistry tutor for several students, and would be honored to use that tutoring experience to help organic chemistry students as well.
Physical Science

Physical Science

I have had the good fortune of tutoring several students in science over the years and would welcome the opportunity to serve in that capacity again.
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American History
Anatomy
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Biology
Calculus
Elementary Math
Elementary Science
English
European History
GED
Geometry
GRE
Microsoft Excel
Physics
Prealgebra
Precalculus
SAT Math
TOEFL
Trigonometry
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Fantastic tutor! Knowledgeable, patient, encouraging.

I have only worked with Timothy for a few sessions so far, but already he is helping me immensely with chemistry. He is super patient, and is able to relate complicated material to simple every day things so it makes it more understandable. He is very encouraging and positive, even if I don't get something he will explain it in a different way. I am finally grasping things that I had so much trouble with, and am very thankful that I found this tutor and website. Highly recommend.

Valerie, 2 lessons with Timothy

Patient and encouraging!

Didn’t make me feel dumb for not knowing things that were taught in organic chem 1 as I had him tutor me in organic chem 2. Very patient and encouraging in the way he tutors and he is willing to take you step by step, or even explain it in multiple ways to help you better understand. I was a little hesitant as I had used a wyzant tutor about a year prior in efforts to improve my physics grade, but they let me down and made me feel stupid and hopeless. Timothy is the exact opposite of what I feared from a tutor and instead he will nurture your growth in the subject and help you gain the knowledge and confidence you need to take on your classes! I would highly recommend.

Doris, 6 lessons with Timothy

Patient and Knowledgeable

He helped my son by simplifying hard concepts in AP Physics, and my son is very comfortable having such a patient tutor.

Kenia, 87 lessons with Timothy

Patient and positive.

My daughter found the session very helpful, Timothy was very positive. My daughter thought that more time the next time would be better. She went to tutors at school and didn't find it helpful. Timothy was able to give her the help she needed and thus did well on the next test.

Rosanne, 5 lessons with Timothy

Great tutor, highly recommend!

Timothy is a great tutor. My son loves him. Very patient and a joy to have around! Always on time. responds to emails, always willing to help. I am planning to keep him around for my boys. Thank you!

Suhad, 6 lessons with Timothy

Has the patience of Job

Tim is quite relaxed and knows how to instill both calm and confidence in the most panicked of students. Tim has a good command on math and has the ability to explain math in little people terms.

Valerie, 1 lesson with Timothy
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