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William A.

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Welcome!

I have taught chemistry for several years part-time at a community college while working full time as a chemist. I have experience teaching high school sciences and maths as well as college level inorganic and organic chemistry.

I have a Masters Degree in Chemistry from the University of Washington, Seattle, and have been employed as a chemist and educator for over twenty years. I thoroughly enjoy teaching, and tutored all through my college years. My goal as an instructor is...

Welcome!

I have taught chemistry for several years part-time at a community college while working full time as a chemist. I have experience teaching high school sciences and maths as well as college level inorganic and organic chemistry.

I have a Masters Degree in Chemistry from the University of Washington, Seattle, and have been employed as a chemist and educator for over twenty years. I thoroughly enjoy teaching, and tutored all through my college years. My goal as an instructor is to ensure that the student is comfortable with the material, understands the theory/process behind it, and through whatever means available (rote, practice, modeling, schematics, discussion, debate, visual exploration or kinetic exercise) is able to demonstrate that understanding. When teaching, I explore a concept by discussion with the student(s), then demonstrate several applications of the topic, and finally provide practical problems/exercises for review.

In this way, I try to engage students in the subject matter while they strive for competency as well as confidence in the material - even enjoy it(!). Throughout my years as an instructor, I have had the opportunity to work with students of all levels of capability, and am willing and able to assist with study skills or accommodate other needs as well. It is my hope to facilitate their efforts so that they may attain the goals they have set for themselves and advance into their chosen careers.

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Education

University of Santa Clara
Chemistry
University of Washington
Masters

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Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I have worked as a laboratory chemist and as an instructor at Tacoma Community College for several years. I have also taught high school level sciences and mathematics. I have tutored or taught for the past thirty years. This has provided me with an extensive background for general mathematics. As an instructor, I strive to provide background information and context to my students so that they not only are able to do the work, but have an understanding of the material as well. I like to provide practice material as well so that students may review the subject by rote as necessary. I approach the material in a patient, non-threatening manner, and try to accommodate the student's needs and time-table to the best of my ability. It is my goal to make math an interesting, if not enjoyable subject. I am detail oriented, and very focused on ensuring that whomever I am working with has a comprehensive, worthwhile and enjoyable experience.
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

I have worked as a laboratory chemist and as an instructor at Tacoma Community College for several years. I have also taught high school level sciences and mathematics. I have tutored or taught for the past thirty years. This has provided me with an extensive background for general mathematics. As an instructor, I strive to provide background information and context to my students so that they not only are able to do the work, but have an understanding of the material as well. I like to provide practice material as well so that students may review the subject by rote as necessary. I approach the material in a patient, non-threatening manner, and try to accommodate the student's needs and time-table to the best of my ability. It is my goal to make math an interesting, if not enjoyable subject. I am detail oriented, and very focused on ensuring that whomever I am working with has a comprehensive, worthwhile and enjoyable experience.
Chemistry

Chemistry

Welcome! My name is Bill, and I have been working as a chemist for several years. I have also been teaching chemistry part-time at Tacoma Community College. I have degrees from Santa Clara University and the University of Washington in Chemistry - majoring in Organic Chemistry. I enjoy the field of chemistry as well as teaching; and have been tutoring for a some time. While the vagaries of chemistry can be vexing, I find that once the basic patterns of chemical behavior have been acquired, it is more comprehensible. I strive to assist students in understanding the 'big picture' as well as the specifics of the material at hand. With sufficient 'vocabulary', the individual topics blend into a mosaic that makes sense, is informative, and useful in many fields such as nursing, bioengineering, biology and other related fields. I look forward to meeting you and assisting you in your efforts to understand and appreciate this challenging field.
Geometry

Geometry

I have worked as a laboratory chemist and as an instructor at Tacoma Community College for several years. I have also taught high school level sciences and mathematics. I have tutored or taught for the past thirty years. This has provided me with an extensive background for general mathematics. As an instructor, I strive to provide background information and context to my students so that they not only are able to do the work, but have an understanding of the material as well. I like to provide practice material as well so that students may review the subject by rote as necessary. Geometry requires practice and insight. I strive to address practical applications while providing rote practice so that skills are strengthened due to familiarity as well as a strong background/appreciation for the material. I also focus on test-taking skills: how best to work and present an answer as well as the best methods of 'relaxing' during a test. I approach the material in a patient, non-threatening manner, and try to accommodate the student's needs and time-table to the best of my ability. It is my goal to make math an interesting, if not enjoyable subject. I am detail oriented and very focused on ensuring that whomever I am working with has a comprehensive, worthwhile and enjoyable experience.
Organic Chemistry

Organic Chemistry

Welcome! My name is Bill, and I have been working as a chemist for several years. I have also been teaching chemistry part-time at Tacoma Community College. I have degrees from Santa Clara University and the University of Washington in Chemistry - majoring in Organic Chemistry. I enjoy the field of organic chemistry as well as teaching; and have been tutoring for a some time. While the vagaries of organic chemistry can be vexing, I find that once the basic patterns of chemical behavior have been acquired, it is more comprehensible. I strive to assist students in understanding the 'big picture' as well as the specifics of the material at hand. Organic chemistry proves more challenging for most due to the fact that you are, in essence, learning a new language. However, with sufficient 'vocabulary', the individual topics blend into a mosaic that makes sense, is informative, and useful in many fields such as nursing, bioengineering, biology and other related fields. I look forward to meeting you and assisting you in your efforts to understand and appreciate this challenging field.
Prealgebra

Prealgebra

I have worked as a laboratory chemist and as an instructor at Tacoma Community College for several years. I have also taught high school level sciences and mathematics. I have tutored or taught for the past thirty years. This has provided me with an extensive background for general mathematics. Pre-algebra covers the core basics of mathematics. Gaining facility at understanding how math 'works' is the goal. Once proficient, the concepts of algebra are introduced, with several examples and an effort to understand the vocabulary as well as processes involved. As an instructor, I strive to provide background information and context to my students so that they not only are able to do the work, but have an understanding of the material as well. I like to provide practice material as well so that students may review the subject by rote as necessary. I approach the material in a patient, non-threatening manner, and try to accommodate the student's needs and time-table to the best of my ability. It is my goal to make math an interesting, if not enjoyable subject. I am detail oriented, and very focused on ensuring that whomever I am working with has a comprehensive, worthwhile and enjoyable experience.
Precalculus

Precalculus

I have worked as a laboratory chemist and as an instructor at Tacoma Community College for several years. I have also taught high school level sciences and mathematics. I have tutored or taught for the past thirty years. This has provided me with an extensive background for general mathematics. As an instructor, I strive to provide background information and context to my students so that they not only are able to do the work, but have an understanding of the material as well. I like to provide practice material as well so that students may review the subject by rote as necessary. I approach the material in a patient, non-threatening manner, and try to accommodate the student's needs and time-table to the best of my ability. It is my goal to make math an interesting, if not enjoyable subject. I am detail oriented, and very focused on ensuring that whomever I am working with has a comprehensive, worthwhile and enjoyable experience.
SAT Math

SAT Math

I have worked as a laboratory chemist and as an instructor at Tacoma Community College for several years. I have also taught high school level sciences and mathematics. I have tutored or taught for the past thirty years. This has provided me with an extensive background for general mathematics. As an instructor, I strive to provide background information and context to my students so that they not only are able to do the work, but have an understanding of the material as well. I like to provide practice material as well so that students may review the subject by rote as necessary. For SAT practice my focus is on test taking skills, time management, and lots of practical applications: sample test-taking, detailing the nature of the types of questions asked and how best to answer them as well as the best methods of 'relaxing' during a test. I approach the material in a patient, non-threatening manner, and try to accommodate the student's needs and time-table to the best of my ability. It is my goal to make math an interesting, if not enjoyable subject. I am detail oriented, and very focused on ensuring that whomever I am working with has a comprehensive, worthwhile and enjoyable experience.
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the best chemistry tutor

My son loves working with William! He helps him understand chemistry concepts so well. Explains very well. Thank you for your help!

HAFSAH, 6 lessons with William

Best organic chem tutor ever!

Dr. William is so dedicated and his expertise is top notch. His teaching is gentle , non judgmental and direct to the point. He is a gem in Wyzant and my son obtained A in both organic chem A and B under William guidance. I’m sure he does not need any more praise, student progress speaks for itself. However, we do wish Dr. William health and happiness for many more years to come. You are a Champ, a perfect teacher, and the kids need your expertises, especially mine. Thank you Dr. William.

Thuy, 22 lessons with William

Very knowledgeable and patience tutor

He is one of the best tutor out there. My daughter had him for two semesters of organic Chem. He is amazingly great at explaining concepts in different ways. I will always recommend him to all my friends and anybody else. Thanks William!

Jasvin, 58 lessons with William

Organic chenistry

William is a very helpful teacher. He helped me in understanding many concepts and my understanding of chemistry has gone better with his instruction. I would highly recommend him for any student who is struggling with college level chemistry.

Masarat, 6 lessons with William

the best chemistry tutor

My son loves working with William! He helps him understand chemistry concepts so well. Explains very well. Thank you for your help!

HAFSAH, 6 lessons with William

One of thee BEST Chem tutors!!

Knowledgeable but also knows how to teach and convey the help needed. Great to keep weekly to learn from the level you are at but also great to build upon into advancement. We have worked on electron configuration and how to illustrate non-metals proclivity to gain electrons and attempt to gain a configuration isoelectronic with a noble gas. We did an overview of periodic trends (electronegativity, radius, Zeff) and Lewis Dot Structures. Great demeanor. I know this tutor has the capacity to help me continue through the following Semesters so that I understand it, not just get by.

Roseanna, 20 lessons with William

Wonderfully helpful!

Bill was extremely helpful in filling in the holes when it comes to working with Heat. He graciously took the time to go over each definition and explain the many equations needed to complete my homework questions.

Em, 12 lessons with William

Wonderfully helpful!

In our session, I was really struggling to understand some basics of stoichiometry and William helped to break down each step and to visually show every part of the process. Thank you!

Em, 12 lessons with William

Organic Chem

Very patient, delivers material at a great pace. Does not make you feel dumb which most tutors do Look forward to the next session

Raven, 3 lessons with William

Very knowledgeable and patient tutor

Mr. William is very knowledgeable in the chemistry area. He explained very well in a way that made sense to learn the concept. You can tell he is passionate about the topic and asked me to make sure I grasp the material well.

Lucero, 1 lesson with William
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