Michelle S.
Monrovia, MD
Experienced Chemistry Tutor
Messiah College
Biochemistry, B.S.Tufts University
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I've been teaching CH101 and CH102 (the first and second levels of General Chemistry for science majors) as an adjunct professor at Frederick Community College for 5 years. The content covered in these courses is very similar to what would be offered in a high level AP Chemistry course in high school. I've gained valuable instructional experience
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Travels within 15 miles of Monrovia, MD 21770Michelle offers online lessons
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"Excellent!"
- Caroline, Gaithersburg, MD on 2/17/16Michelle taught me SO much in just two hours! Michelle is very kind, thorough, patient, and knowledgeable. Michelle really helped me prepare for my first chemistry exam that I have coming up. We got so much accomplished in such a short amount of time because she's an outstanding tutor, and really knows what she's talking about and how to interpret the material so it's easy to understand. I will definitely be meeting with her again in the near future throughout this semester! I highly recommend her!
"Excellent Tutor"
- Vish, El Dorado Hills, CA on 3/13/17My daughter said that she got a lot out of the class today. Michelle teaches with a passion and she knows the subject extremely well. Look forward to the future lessons.
"Help for chemistry ap"
- Marta, Sykesville, MD on 1/25/17Absolutely professional with great teaching skills. My son really understood the topics and was able to implement the knowledge on the tests. Thank you Michelle.
"Personable and extremely helpful tutor"
- Sarah, Frederick, MD on 1/5/17Our first session went very well, and we managed to cover a lot of ground in only 1 hour (it flew by). Michelle was very good at rephrasing techniques and concepts that I have struggled with for some time, and suddenly, out of nowhere, things actually started to make sense. That is a huge deal for this math-challenged student. Will definitely be scheduling more sessions on a regular basis. Thanks Michelle!
"Great Tutor"
- Jen, Mount Airy, MD on 12/21/16My daughters exact words "Wow mom that was really great she helped me so much! I for sure need to meet with her before every test"! So much appreciate Michelle last minute on Christmas week too.
"Would highly recommend this tutor"
- Ralph, Woodbine, MD on 10/12/16Reviewed Redox Reactions and voltaic cells and reactions in aqueous solutions. Michelle is very helpful and a great tutor. She has a great way with the student and the student walked away feeling like they accomplished something and could improve their grades.
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Chemistry
Beyond my education, which includes both a BS and a PhD in Biochemistry and Immunology, respectively, I have been tutoring and/or teaching Chemistry for years. I was awarded the Norman Krinsky "Excellence in Teaching" award at Tufts University for my work doing supplemental instruction in Biochemistry for the Medical School and the Graduate Nutrition Program. Most importantly, I've been teaching college level General Chemistry for 5 years at a local community college, where I've had the opportunity to lead hundreds of students, with a whole range of abilities, through chemistry. My college students have given me consistently positive student evaluations. Through experience, I've learned the pitfalls, the common areas of confusion, and I've also learned how to best explain chemistry, making it understandable and enjoyable. These skills well qualify me to do private tutoring on the high school and college level.
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Michelle S.
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Experienced Chemistry Tutor