Any Level Chemistry Tutoring
About
Hi I'm Josh. I'm currently a graduate student at Dartmouth College studying to get my PhD in Organic Synthetic Chemistry. I received my BA in Chemistry with a concentration in Biochemistry from the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA. I've been tutoring and teaching for over 5 years now, both in group settings (ranging from 5-40 students) as well as 1 on 1 sessions. I have always been passionate about teaching and helping others, especially in fields that excite me. If you are looking for 1 on 1 tutoring for introductory chemistry courses, or organic chemistry courses at the high school or college level, please reach out to me to get expert, individualized tutoring.
Tutoring has always been a rewarding experience for me. I have tutored numerous subjects, from math and english to beginner and advanced Chemistry. The joy on my students faces when understanding a concept or the student excitedly telling me they scored higher on their exam never fails to make my day!
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
Typically, I will meet with the student or the parent individually and discuss areas in which we can work on together. I may ask to see the student's syllabus so that I can plan worksheets, problems and additional help ahead of time. Once we determine the right course of action, we will have meetings in which we can review old material to strengthen a strong foundation, as well as starting to work through material the student is currently learning in class.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I received my bachelor’s from the Honors Chemistry program at the College of the Holy Cross. I am continuing my studies as a PhD student at Dartmouth College. I have taught high school students intermediate and AP chemistry for 2 years and I have taught at the college level (at both Holy Cross as well as Dartmouth College) for the past 3 years.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
I charge $30 an hour as a fixed rate.
How did you get started teaching?
I started teaching as a tutor in college and continued through my graduate career.
What types of students have you worked with?
My students have many different backgrounds, I have taught Ivy-League undergraduates, high school students, and middle school students in inner cities.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Recently I taught a class of 40 undergraduate organic chemistry students. A number of the students struggled with certain concepts of stereochemistry. Helping these students individually with one on one sessions helped the students ace their next exam. The next time I met with each of these students, I could tell from the pure joy on their faces they were just as excited in learning chemistry as I am.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
I would suggest looking for a tutor with excellent qualifications. Chemistry is notorious for being a tricky subject that takes time and practice to master. Picking a tutor that is patient and will make your learning a priority can make all the difference in the world.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Students should briefly reflect on what areas they are struggling with the most in the class. This can help both the tutor and the student pinpoint exactly how to advance the student's learning.