John
Personal Tutor for Organic Chemistry and General Chemistry
- $45 / h
- 8 reviews
- 182 rating s
- Saint Paul , MN ( 55125 )
- 10 miles
I love to learn, and I love to teach. I find each day exciting because there's something new I will learn! My teaching approach is not memorization, but rather to learn the basic principles of the subject at hand; once the basics are understood, solving specific problems becomes easier. I have over twelve years of tutoring experience, having taught in the Army, and also to students privately. In a friendly interview, I use my experience to find a student's strengths as well as determine i...
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geometry
I have studied geometry in the usual courses in college and graduate school, but more importantly, I have used it in my everyday work as a research scientist. I have tutored geometry on and off for the past 20 years, and I have passed the WyzAnt geometry exam. I find geometry of great importance for the development of math skills for students, and it is a powerful stimulator for mental visions the imagination for new students.
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Abigail H. from Pompano Beach, FL
I needed a tutor for my college chemistry class because I was faced with a professor who is not only a tough grader but also refuses to teach us vital parts of each chapter. I came to John and I saw instant results. He starts from the ground up and covers everything from the basics to the real life applications of my studies. He is very patient and moves at a pace that is appropriate to my learning style, as requested. Since beginning our sessions I know I have gained a vast amount of knowledge that wouldn't have been possible on my own. I am grateful for the ongoing sessions and plan to use the same tutor once I move on to higher level chemistry!
Sheri S. from Boca Raton, FL
John is the best!! Very patient. Very thorough. Explains every step needed to complete answer. Would recommend John highly! Knows his subjects well. Also has a great sense of humor. Makes learning fun.
Jennifer L. from Saint Paul, MN
We've covered all the important formulas and learned how to use them and did a lot of example problems so I understood the topic really well. He's also patient. If I don't get the wording to an explanation in the book, he alters the words until I get it and explains it deeply. He's a great tutor!
Maria B. from Hudson, WI
Thanks to John, my daughter has her confidence back in AP Chem. She's had two sessions so far, and is looking forward to this weeks session as well! So happy we found you!!
Jill T. from Stillwater, MN
Feedback from my daughter, the student "John is good at explaining concepts and help show the steps of how to do things. Makes homework approachable and increased confidence.:" . . . :)
Mo Y. from Saint Paul, MN
Ava says that she is understanding the concepts and the way Dr. John teaches is easy to understand. She is really enjoying Dr. John's stories and jokes too.
Susan S. from Saint Paul, MN
My daughter just had her first meeting with John for help with College Chemistry and was extremely pleased. Hannah liked how he would not just help her with answers but explained things so that she could build her own knowledge base. Hannah liked how he had helpful ways to remember things. We are going back for more sessions - which says a lot as the drive is well over an hour for me.
Cole W. from Newport, MN
Thank you for taking the time with our son even though he was under the weather, we appreciate your patient and kind approach.