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Certified Science and Veteran AP Environmental Science Teacher (APES)
Melissa M.

413 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $60
Response time: 18 minutes

About Melissa


Bio

I am here to help meet your needs! I have been a high school teacher for the past 19 years, specializing in various subjects, including Biology, Chemistry, Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC), Anatomy and Physiology, Physics, AP Biology, and AP Environmental Science (APES). My students know that I listen to their needs and work with them to help them understand the material. I employ multiple approaches to cater to each student's unique learning style.

I am also skilled in test...

I am here to help meet your needs! I have been a high school teacher for the past 19 years, specializing in various subjects, including Biology, Chemistry, Integrated Physics and Chemistry (IPC), Anatomy and Physiology, Physics, AP Biology, and AP Environmental Science (APES). My students know that I listen to their needs and work with them to help them understand the material. I employ multiple approaches to cater to each student's unique learning style.

I am also skilled in test preparation. For the past six summers, I have been the TAKS Blitz teacher at a local high school, and I have successfully guided students to pass the TAKS/EOC exams required for graduation. Additionally, I offer one-on-one tutoring sessions during the summer to assist students in passing the Biology EOC (STAAR) retest.

As an AP reader for APES, I can provide strategies to help you succeed in both the AP Biology and AP Environmental Science exams.

In addition to my high school experience, I have taught at the college level. My courses include:
1. Intro to Concepts of Biology Lab (for non-Biology majors) and Botany Lab (for Biology majors) at Stephen F. Austin State University
2. Intro to Plant Pathology Lab at Texas A&M University
3. Environmental Biology at Northeast Lakeview Community College

I am here to help meet your educational needs!


Education

Texas Lutheran University
Biology
Stephen F. Austin State Univ
Masters
Texas A&M College Station TX
Graduate Coursework
  • Licensed teacher

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $60
  • Rate details: Group Rates - Two students $22.00/hour/student. Three or more student - $20.00/hour/student. 15% discount to active and retired military personnel.
  • Lesson cancellation: 2 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 4/23/2025

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

ACT Science

ACT Science

Because of the AP Biology redesign I used released passages from the ACT prep materials. My students used these materials and were quite successful with AP Biology test. Using the ACT Science prep materials I quickly learned the mechanics of the ACT Science test.
Biology

Biology

I hold a BA and an MS in biology and have been a science teacher for 19 years. I have taught General Biology, Advanced Biology, AP Biology, and Dual Credit Biology.
Ecology

Ecology

I have worked as a high school science teacher for the past 19 years and have taught AP Environmental Science for the last 14 years. Ecology is one of the major units I cover in my class.
Elementary Science

Elementary Science

I have been a high school science teacher for the last 8 years. I have also taught at a private kindergarten previous to my current job.
Environmental Science

Environmental Science

I hold a BA and a Master’s degree in Biology. I am a certified high school science teacher in Texas with a composite science certification covering all high school science courses. I have 15 years of experience teaching AP Environmental Science, both in person and online. I am College Board-certified to teach AP Environmental Science and currently serve as an AP Environmental Science Reader. In addition, I teach Environmental Biology at Northwest Vista College and dual credit Environmental Science at O’Connor High School.
Physical Science

Physical Science

I have taught IPC (Integrated Physics and Chemistry) for 3 years, a form of Physical Science. I have also been a high school science teacher for the last 19 years.

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fantastic APES tutor

Melissa was a fantastic tutor for my son as he prepared for the AP Environmental Science APES exam. She’s a skilled teacher who makes science easy to understand and takes a thoughtful, caring approach with her students. Highly recommend!

Joanne, 3 lessons with Melissa
Tutor responded:

Thank you so very for the kind words. They are appreciated. It was a pleasure to help you and Miles find success in preparing for the APES exam. I wish you both the best of luck.

Very helpful!

Melissa was very helpful in preparing for the AP environmental science exam. I felt very confident going into it, during, and coming out of the test thanks to the prep. Would definitely recommend.

Jorge, 8 lessons with Melissa
Tutor responded:

Thank you so much for the thoughtful feedback! I'm glad our sessions helped you feel prepared for the AP Environmental Science exam. It was a pleasure working with you, and I wish you all the best with your results!

Outstanding AP Biology Tutor – Highly Recommended

My daughter had a wonderful experience working with Melissa for AP Biology. She made everything accessible and engaging, and provided an impressive amount of helpful resources to tackle the specific chapters my daughter was struggling with. Her explanations were clear and tailored to my daughter’s learning style which made a big difference in her confidence and understanding of the material. I highly recommend her to any student looking for a knowledgeable and supportive AP Bio tutor!

Shirin, 10 lessons with Melissa
Tutor responded:

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that your daughter had a positive experience and found our sessions helpful. It's always my goal to make AP Biology both accessible and engaging, and I’m so glad to know that the personalized approach made a meaningful difference for her. I enjoyed working with her and watching her grow in confidence and understanding. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if she ever needs support in AP Environmental Science!

Organized and highly knowledgeable tutor

Melissa is teaching AP Biology preparation course. I am writing to enthusiastically recommend Melissa for her exceptional teaching abilities in AP Biology. I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the exceptional teaching skills demonstrated by my daughter's AP Biology tutor, Melissa. The effectiveness of Melissa's tutoring has significantly enhanced my daughter's understanding in this challenging subject. Over the course of her tutoring sessions, she has demonstrated a remarkable ability to engage my daughter and fostered a deep understanding of complex biological concepts. Melissa's extensive background in biology education is evident in her teaching methods. I wholeheartedly recommend Melissa as an outstanding tutor for anyone seeking assistance in AP Biology. Her expertise, dedication, and personalized approach make her an invaluable resource for students aiming to excel in this rigorous course.

Ned, 1 lesson with Melissa
Tutor responded:

Thank you so much for your kind words. I appreciate them. It is a joy to help your daughter prepare for the AP Bio exam.

Fantastic Tutor – Patient, Knowledgeable, and Supportive

Melissa has been an incredible tutor for my daughter this past month. She is knowledgeable and explains concepts in a way that is easy to understand, making learning both engaging and effective. Her patience and friendliness have helped my daughter feel comfortable and confident, even when tackling challenging topics. Melissa is also incredibly observant, quickly noticing areas where my daughter needs extra support and adjusting her approach to ensure she fully grasps the material. She has been responsive to any questions we have, always providing thoughtful guidance and encouragement. Thanks to Melissa’s support, my daughter has made great progress and enjoys her lessons. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a dedicated and skilled tutor!

Rebecca, 8 lessons with Melissa
Tutor responded:

Thank you so very much for your kind words and praise. I enjoyed working with your daughter and wish her luck on her test tomorrow.

We are very happy to find Miss Melissa

Miss Mesissa had in depth Knowledge and experience of Biology, we are lucky to find her, she is very quick in response and very patient teacher.

Sai, 1 lesson with Melissa

Great expertise and insight beyond our expectations

Wow! You have been so helpful and responsive in such a short time frame. You were highly recommended to us but I am still wowed. Thank you so much Melissa for your encouragement, validation and attentiveness to my daughter's questions and tutoring needs. :)

Monica, 6 lessons with Melissa
Tutor responded:

Thank you so much for your kind words and praise. It is my pleasure to help your daughter find confidence and success in her science courses. :)

Melissa improved my daughter's understanding of biology by encouraging my daughter to ask questions and patiently listened to my daughter paraphrase the lesson in her own words.

DNA Replication,transcription, and translation Melissa has a great sense of humor that creates a relaxed environment for learning. Melissa helped my daughter better understand a biology lesson.

Leticia, 10 lessons with Melissa

Excellent!

Melissa is truly an excellent tutor. She began tutoring my daughter in sophomore level chemistry and after only one session, not only did my daughter understand, but she earned a 100 on a quiz. Huge improvement. I would recommend Melissa without hesitation.

Jeff, 7 lessons with Melissa
Tutor responded:

I am glad that your student is finding success in her class. Thank you for the praise.

Great tutor

Mrs. Melissa was very helpful and informative. She answered every question I had and explained everything very well. I learned a lot and she was a big help!

Abby, 3 lessons with Melissa
Tutor responded:

Thank you so very much for your kind words. It is my pleasure to help you in your APES class.

Hourly Rate: $60
Response time: 18 minutes
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