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Enthusiastic Retired Chemistry Professor/ Analytical Chemist
Joan L.

444 hours tutoring

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Bio

I am a recently retired Chemistry professor from a major state college. I have taught chemistry from Introductory to General Chemistry II lecture and laboratory portions. Previously I was a practicing analytical chemist for 23 years who has been trained in the West Indies. I have a deep interest in passing on my knowledge of chemistry and math, helping college and high school students to succeed in the science field where the need is great. Before becoming a professor in 2011, I have helped...

I am a recently retired Chemistry professor from a major state college. I have taught chemistry from Introductory to General Chemistry II lecture and laboratory portions. Previously I was a practicing analytical chemist for 23 years who has been trained in the West Indies. I have a deep interest in passing on my knowledge of chemistry and math, helping college and high school students to succeed in the science field where the need is great. Before becoming a professor in 2011, I have helped students (including my daughters) to pass general chemistry 1 and 2, organic chemistry and physics with grades of B and higher. I have also tutored many high school students in algebra 1 and 2, and geometry, also focusing on making sure the concepts for the FCAT has been grasped for mathematics. The tutoring sessions can be in person or online. one on one or as group setting. In the one on one setting, the student is assessed and approached at the level they are, introducing them to the basics necessary for success in the course. My students in the past have expressed the opinion that if their lecturer/teacher had explained the subject matter in the way I did, they would have done much better before my help. I love to tutor students who are really interested in understanding chemistry and math and have peaked the interest of students who were not at this level.
Since tutoring I have seen many students come to love both chemistry and algebra. I recognize the need for students to have a good foundation in the sciences so I am offering my services especially to students who want to have this.


Education

UWI - Mona, Kingston
Chemistry
UWI - Mona, Kingston
Masters

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  • Rate details: Organic Chemistry -$60 Instant online book request -$75
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Approved Subjects

Chemistry

Chemistry

I have taught Introductory (CHM1025), and General Chemistry I (CHM1045) and II (CHM1046) lecture and labs for the past 11 years at a major State College.
Organic Chemistry

Organic Chemistry

I possess a masters which was in organic chemistry. I have been tutoring organic chemistry privately to my daughters and their friends who completed their B.S with grades of A and B. My bachelors in chemistry was obtained with honors in the west Indies and I have kept up with the subject material for the past 20 years since I have been out of school.
Algebra 1

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Ratings and Reviews


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4.8 (122 ratings)
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Knowledgeable and helpful tutor

I needed help after failing a college-level chemistry exam. After two sessions I began to improve, and am now passing the course with a B! She has helped me so much in such a sort amount of time. She explains things clearly, has many helpful resources, and works through relevant example problems to check for understanding. I definetely recommend!

Sofia, 13 lessons with Joan
Tutor responded:

Sofia, thank you for your kind words! I am so happy that the effort you are putting in with the guidance you are receiving is paying off! Continue to work hard and you WILL succeed! It is my pleasure to work with students who wants to succeed and is willing to put in the work!

Thorough and patient tutor!!

Joan L. Is one of the most helpful people that I know. She is the only reason I am passing my organic chemistry class and really is helping me understand the materials. She takes the time to explain the subject in a way that I understand and is very patient with me while I am attempting to figure it out. I would recommend her to everybody if I could.

Callie, 13 lessons with Joan
Tutor responded:

Hello Callie, thanks for your kind words! It is really my pleasure to always make sure I help my students to the best of my ability. I also know Organic Chemistry can be one of the most difficult to understand. I am glad the efforts we are making are paying off!

Outstanding Tutor

Joan is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced tutor. She easily engaged with my son and built instant rapport with him, putting him at ease and making a hard subject (Honors Chemistry) seem easy. She is very patient and has a knack for helping my son to make sense out of difficult material. After just one session with Joan my son had a new level of confidence with the material, and after three sessions he was able to raise his chemistry grade significantly. Joan is now part of our weekly schedule for chemistry support, and we are so grateful to have found her. 5 stars for Joan!

Catherine, 15 lessons with Joan
Tutor responded:

Catherine, it is my pleasure to tutor Maxwell! I am so happy that his confidence about the subject has improved and he is really a delight to work with!

Tough in a really good way

I am learning to love chemistry again. My sessions with Miss Joan are challenging and exactly what I need right now. I am guided to study and practice in a very fruitful and effective way.

Louisa, 8 lessons with Joan

Mrs. Joan is a 5 star tutor!

She was an amazing tutor that took the time to understand what I needed out of our sessions. Mrs. Joan was always very flexible with when she could meet. Mrs. Joan put together several weeks of individualized lesson plans to guarantee my success. At the beginning of the semester I was failing my college chemistry course but with the help of an amazing experienced tutor I passed the class with an 85 which was way above the expectations I had set for myself. Mrs. Joan is a 5 star tutor!

Racheal, 16 lessons with Joan
Tutor responded:

Racheal, thank you so much! It was indeed a pleasure working with you. You were a dedicated student who always came prepared with the questions you had, shared what you needed before the session. You were a 5 star student! If I can ever be of any assistance to you in the future, please do not hesistate to reach out!

Highly Recommend!

Thanks to Ms. Joan, I got my grade up a whole letter grade with about ten sessions. On top of the work I presented to her, she also gave me additional work and her past tests, which immensely helped me! She moves at a good pace, is thorough in explaining, is punctual, and has a quick response time. I would highly recommend booking with Ms. Joan. Thanks again!

Madisyn, 9 lessons with Joan
Tutor responded:

Hello Madisyn, I am happy that I was able to help you achieve your goal of not only passing the course but improve the grade! I wish you all the best! If I can ever be of assistance in the future, do not hesitate to reach out!

Amazing teacher

joan was a fabulous teacher and made me do well in my class. i’m very thankful for her teachings and kindness always!!

Amy, 14 lessons with Joan
Tutor responded:

Hello Amy, Thank you for your kind words! You also was an awesome student! You made sure to share what you needed help with, ask questions and be approachable which made tutoring you easy for me. I wish you all the best!

Amazing teacher

it’s my first lesson and i’m already feeling great! joan is so helpful and i really feel confident for my exam

Amy, 14 lessons with Joan
Tutor responded:

Thanks Amy for the feedback! It takes 2 of us to be successful! You are not a bad student yourself! Glad I could be of help!

ms.Joan is very helpful

She is very intelligent and definitely knows what she is talking about. She is willing to re explain if you don’t get the concept and she doesnt make me feel as if I am a imposition or dumb for not understanding.

Julia Ashlyn, 2 lessons with Joan
Tutor responded:

Hello Julia, I am happy I was able to help you and I was patient enough for you! Hope all is going well in your course!

ms.Joan is very helpful

She is very intelligent and definitely knows what she is talking about. She is willing to re explain if you don’t get the concept and she doesnt make me feel as if I am a imposition or dumb for not understanding.

Julia Ashlyn, 2 lessons with Joan
Tutor responded:

Hello Julia, I am happy that you were impressed with my knowledge and I made you feel comfortable about sharing with me! I enjoyed our first session together and look forward to helping you more!

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