Abraham
PA Certified Teacher, Math/Science Expert, 25% Off Online Tutoring!
I have been tutoring math and science for 6 years. I've worked with over 100 clients and, in the past, have been placed in the top 1% of all 72,000 or more tutors using the Wyzant website. I am a Pennsylvania triple certified teacher with years of experience in the field. In addition to teaching and tutoring I conduct research for the Physics Department at the University of Pittsburgh. I completed my undergraduate and graduate studies at Slippery Rock University of PA specializing in math &...
genetics
I completed a course in genetics as part of my biology undergraduate degree. I scored over 100% in the class! The course covered the main topics of genetics including Mendelian genetics, population genetics, DNA replication, transcription, and translation.
organic chemistry
I completed two semesters of organic chemistry obtaining an A during both semesters. The course spanned every topic in organic chemistry included an rigorous laboratory component. I also tutored in organic chemistry at the university tutoring center.
Praxis
sociology
I completed a 3 credit sociology class in college. I obtained a high A in the class. Evaluations included a midterm and final. The class content focused on the basic social structures of society. I wrote a 10 page paper on the social structure of Education.
social studies
I completed numerous college credits in the humanities receiving A's in all the classes. These included ancient and medieval history, biblical history, modern urban history, government, and American History. A social studies professor of mine wrote me a letter of reference highlighting my skills in this area of academia.
nutrition
I completed a course in basic nutrition as part of my undergraduate degree. I obtained an A in the class. The course topics spanned everything from the physiological processes of digestion and absorption to water and fat soluble vitamins. Additionally the course of study involved diseases caused by malnutrition.
zoology
I completed a course in zoology as part of my university undergraduate degree in biology. I obtained an A in the class. I also tutored my fellow students on a variety of topics covered in the class.
botany
As part of my undergraduate degree in biology I completed a course in botany. It included the study of many different phyla including the slime molds, fungi, non flowering, and flowering plants. I did extremely well scoring a high A in the class.
MCAT
I completed all the necessary course work In order to prepare for the MCAT exam including biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics etc. I was a premedicine major at my university. I took MCAT prep classes and have used and taught MCAT material using test prep books and cd-roms from KAPLAN. In the past I prepared students for the exam by giving them diagnostic assessments to determine areas of weakness. From there I would developed an individual plan of instruction using teaching techniques and paper based and online practice exams to evaluate progress and have students develop time management skills for test taking.
ADD/ADHD
I have completed 9 credits of graduate study at Slippery Rock University focusing on current Special Education practices in the public schools. I received an A in all three classes. I scored particularly high in a class which focused in individual with high incidence disabilities in schools. The study of students with ADD & ADHD was part of the class. I also wrote a research paper on the correlations between reading disorders & disabilities and their link to ADHD.
GRE
I took the GRE exam in order to gain entrance into graduate schools. I have experience with both the new and old GRE exams. I incorporate study skills (flash cards, worksheets, etc) and study/test taking tips when I tutor student to prepare for these exams.
GED
I took the GRE exam scoring above 1200, the average being around 1000. I did well on both the Reading and Math sections as well as doing extremely well on the essay portion of the exam. I completed an 8 week preparatory class through Kaplan where I learned specific study techniques. These included ways to approach the math sections, common vocabulary on the exam, as well as test taking strategies.
SAT reading
physical science
ASVAB
ecology
I completed a course in ecology as part of my undergraduate degree. I achieved an A in the class. Additionally I scored very high on my teacher certification exam which included elements of ecology.
microbiology
I completed an undergraduate class in microbiology achieving an A. The class included vigorous laboratory component as well. I tutored an number of students in microbiology at the university tutoring center.
ACT Reading
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Science
elementary math
elementary science
As part of a practicum experience I completed, I taught the very basics of physical and life science to upper elementary students. These classes included basic principles of physics, chemistry, and biology. The focus of the classes was to prepare students for more advanced class work.
elementary (k-6th)
I have a Pennsylvania teaching certificate with a specialization in Mathematics and science. I have also worked as a professional tutor for multiple employers working with elementary aged children. I have volunteered at YMCA's and was a peer tutor for elementary aged children when I was in high school.
study skills
SAT math
reading
I have tutored students in the basics of reading at all grade levels. I have also had training in reading techniques such as summarization, use of context clues, foreshadowing, etc. to help students better understand text. I often try to include activity based assessments to evaluate what students have learned and where their comprehension gaps exist.
psychology
I completed numerous psychology classes including introductory psych classes. My expertise is centered on educational psychology. It was in graduate school that I pursued in depth study of the subject.
anatomy
physiology
I completed a rigorous course in physiology during my undergraduate semester. It essentially was an entire year of animal physiology in 4 months. The course topics included the different systems of the body, action potentials, feedback systems, etc.
astronomy
English
I have tutored multiple students in English. My experience includes assisting students with proper grammar, writing (essays & sentence structure), literature, vocabulary, and test preparation. I have also taught students who were hombound/home schooled designing entire units for them. These units included all elements of a traditional English class that are mentioned above. The units that I have covered previously are Greek tragedies, British literature, American literature, and poetry. I've also taught units that include more modern texts.
trigonometry
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
prealgebra
precalculus
geometry
biology
chemistry
vocabulary
Microsoft Excel
European history
American history
I have taken and passed 5 college level history classes receiving an A in all of them. My classwork & knowledge spans many different periods included ancient Greece & Rome and other ancient cultures such as Egypt and Sumeria. I've studied the social history and development of America spanning from the periods of colonial America to modern day America. I have also been trained in the skills needed to be an effective historian. This includes locating and analyzing primary and secondary sources, citing academic papers in Chicago and/or Turabian style, as well constructing coherent arguments and theses for academic papers.
algebra 1
algebra 2
Carole B. from Cranberry Twp, PA
Abraham is an awesome tutor. He tutors my son in geometry. He has a dry erase board and really explains and goes over the problem being taught. He has helped my son to get a high B on a test. Before Abraham, my son was failing geometry. He is easy to schedule with and very accommodating. I am so glad someone referred us to him! If you need a geometry tutor, be sure to contact him. A very thankful parent!
Mike C. from Mars, PA
Abraham is tutoring my daughter in geometry. He took the time to understand her situation and why she was struggling at school. He always comes prepared with an excellent lesson that has improved her confidence and her grades. I highly recommend Abe as a tutor.
Charlie O. from Cheswick, PA
Abraham is great! He was able to help me understand chemistry better. Before I started with Abraham, my test scores were C's and D's and now I'm getting A's and B's!
Jennifer H. from Zelienople, PA
Abraham is a great tutor. Not only does he make the subject matter Algebra 2 considerably easier to understand, but he conveys it in a lighthearted and fun way. My grade has gone up almost 2 letter grades since we started working together, and both me and my parents are very happy with these results.
Monica W. from Cheswick, PA
Abraham has been tutoring my 9th grade daughter in molecular biology. He is organized and well prepared, as well as patient. He assesses her progress regularly so that areas for further study are identified. She has made definite progress since she began working with him.
Rachel T. from Allison Park, PA
I am a college student in an advanced molecular microbiology course and asked Abraham for help studying and reviewing for my upcoming quiz. After a 1 hour session with Abraham I received 100% on my quiz. Abraham is very helpful and explains things well, making the material easy to understand. I would highly recommend him as a tutor.
Alec S. from Cheswick, PA
Abraham is a very professional tutor. He gives thorough instruction with assessment on every topic. He is a very good communicator and clearly has a gift for teaching.
Chris T. from Mars, PA
My daughter has been having trouble in chemistry since day one. At the end of the first marking period she had a C average. With the new marking period starting, I brought Abraham in to help prepare my daughter for an up coming test. Abraham very patiently broke down all the test concepts in a way that my daughter could understand. Well she took her test and got a 97%!! You best believe I will be calling Abraham again.
Trisha H. from Ellwood City, PA
The lab portion of college chemistry is a blast, the lecture and test portion not so much, but Abraham was super flexible in finding the time to work with me and help me catch up and understand some concepts not easily understood when taught by the professor. Abe helped me by using step by step break downs along with explaining the theories behind the concepts and giving additional hands on work. Definitely worth it.
Joe & Christie K. from Butler, PA
I've been working with Abraham for about two months in preparation for my SAT test. Abraham has been very helpful and very patient. He's smart and always answers any questions I have. I'd recommend Abraham to anyone in need of a tutor.
Annette Q. from Mars, PA
Abraham D. has been a top-notch tutor for my 8th grade son. His knowledge of algebra coupled with his teaching style and patience has improved my son's confidence, ability and grades in the subject. Abraham relates very well to junior high/middle school students by not only tutoring them on the subject, but teaching them organization which leads to a decrease amount of simple mistakes. He too is very organized and comes very well prepared to each lesson. I highly recommend him as an algebra tutor.
Larisa M. from Portersville, PA
Abraham has tutored my son for the Chemistry SAT subject test and we are very happy with the result - his score increased by over 150 points in only 3 months. Abraham is currently helping my son prepare for his PSAT, SAT and SAT Math tests. As parents, we are committed to supporting our son's educational choices and we are happy that we were introduced to Abraham who is making a real difference in a decisive year in the college application process. Abraham brings a solid and relevant set of teaching qualifications, great experience, an approach based on data followed by personalized strategies and excellent communication and planning skills. He also relates very well to the students - I find this to be very important during a time of competing challenges for the student. Based on our experience, I highly recommend Abraham and suggest parents of college bound students to work with him; it is a great decision to have him on your son/daughter's team.
Angela N. from Butler, PA
Abraham did a great job teaching me the difficult math concepts in the physical sciences. He did a great job showing me how to set up word problems and go about solving them the correct way. He also taught me a unique study skills to master tough math problems. Lastly, he was always available when I needed him. Whether it was a last minute appointment or a late night question I had before an exam, he was always there! I would recommend him to anyone seeking help in the math or physical sciences.
Rich C. from Valencia, PA
We were greatly pleased to find Abraham for our junior high son. Our son was having difficulty with basic math and reading comprehension so we were in desperate need for a tutor. Abraham reviewed his test scores, identified his strengths and weaknesses, and developed an individualized plan which helped our son meet his goals. Abraham utilized several creative strategies (templates, videos) to enhance the learning process so learning was not a chore, but an endeavor that was fun and made sense to a 12 year old boy. Abraham's passion, dedication, patience, and flexibility are great assets and we were glad he could help assist our boy in developing to his fullest potential!
Tracy K. from Mars, PA
Abraham helped my daughter with her college algebra class that she was taking online. He was easy to work with on scheduling and came to the house for her tutoring. He stayed late when needed and was very professional. I would highly recommend him for math tutoring!
Christine B. from Cranberry Twp, PA
Abraham quickly and easily established rapport with my teenage son. He is enthusiastic and positive in his tutoring sessions. We are impressed with Abraham's depth of knowledge. He was able to help my son with test taking and studying skills as well as subject area content. We greatly value his help!
Nicole L. from Butler, PA
Abraham has been working with my daughter to help prepare her for the SAT. He has provided solid, practical test taking strategies and excellent reference tools. I am confident she will be more than prepared to take her college entrance exams, thanks to Abraham.
Ulrike V. from Export, PA
Abraham helped my son master crunch time for the AP Chemistry test. He was very flexible as far as scheduling and able to come several hours on very short notice. He is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about his job. He took it upon himself to find out about the new AP format, gave a great overview of the test's expectations, filled in the gaps and was able to give the big picture of the AP Chemistry test's contents. Highly recommended.
Alexandra W. from New Castle, PA
Abraham is a great tutor when you are looking for someone who individually focuses on your needs. He has prepared specific lesson plans that are specific to my growth and development. He even goes as far as incorporating what tests I have to complete or future course work that I will encounter to better prepare me! I was skeptical on getting a tutor at first but can see a major difference even after a month. Lastly, Abraham is unique in the fact that he helps boost and build confidence in a school subject that I never thought I would feel comfortable in. I am not 'comfortable' with math just yet, but I am no longer afraid to attempt the problems either!
Patricia G. from Coraopolis, PA
Abraham has been tutoring my son for the SAT exam. He has been an impressive tutor. He has put extensive detail into designing an individualized plan of action and keeps in constant contact about the specifics of the tutoring session and the progress made. Abraham takes his tutoring job very seriously and has been a great help to my son.
Bonnie M. from Pittsburgh, PA
I picked Abraham to tutor my granddaughter in Anatomy and Physiology. His great knowledge provided her with insight into the subjects of Anatomy and Physiology. He gave her many good hints on how to study more effectively (which she really needed) and was able to bring her to a greater understanding of these subjects. I'm sure that having him as a tutor will prove to be very valuable with her further studies. Will definitely use him in the future if the need arises!
Alisha M. from Apollo, PA
Abraham D. was an awesome tutor for my son. We really liked him. He was very professional, helpful, and trustworthy. I would recommend him to anyone who needs help with anything. He was very patient and also knew how to describe lessons in a fun and unique way so that it is exciting to learn. We appreciate all the help he gave to us. Give him a chance you will be very pleased. Thank You!
Rose N. from Pittsburgh, PA
Abraham is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about his job. He is also punctual and easy to work with as far as scheduling. Highly recommended!
Jacob S. from Coraopolis, PA
Abraham is an excellent geometry tutor. His explanations of all of the lessons have been clear and easy to understand. He has helped me with anything I haven't understood, and his explanations of different concepts have been very helpful. He has always been prepared for our lessons and is very punctual. He always has the lessons ready as soon as I get there, so we can get started right away. He has helped me so much through my course, and I could not recommend him more.
Sean S. from Pittsburgh, PA
Abraham not only demonstrates knowledge in all high school subjects across the board, but he instinctively knows how to engage a student and uncover their needs by being a good listener and asking questions. He is a master at getting our son to use his critical thinking skills, which instills a sense of accomplishment and much needed motivation. He also returns texts in a matter of minutes Abraham has made such a positive impact on our son and we can see the difference in his demeanor already. We feel very fortunate to have a teacher like Abraham tutoring our son.
Deborah C. from Freedom, PA
I put Abraham into a difficult situation, with a daughter who dislikes chemistry and lacks organizational skills. He met with her the week before her midterm and was able to quickly assess her deficiencies, and help her with organization. He was flexible in offering her more time where needed, and developed a rapport with her. I recommend him as a patient, knowledgeable and flexible tutor!
Claire C. from Valencia, PA
Abraham has all the qualities that a true teacher should possess: He is very knowledgeable - being able to answer questions quickly and concisely in a manner that makes it easy for the student to understand. He is extremely patient - since his mannerisms are calm and collected it prevents the student from becoming frustrated. Most importantly: He is inspiring - when a teacher has the ability to energize the student and take learning from being a chore to being enjoyable, well you have a great teacher! My advice: snatch Abraham up now - you will be happy with your choice and the results! This review was written by a critical mother of four sons, who has seen the impact of many teachers from kindergarten through grad school & I have been impressed with Abraham's teaching skills in tutoring my high school junior for his AP Chemistry class. He goes above and beyond to help his students!
Jenny L. from Saint Louis, MO
Very helpful first session on organic chemistry. We discussed resonance and because it was the first session, we went into how to use the online tutoring platform.
Yoanna K. from Presto, PA
I was able to retain and apply the information from our first lesson easily. There is no rushing through examples. I am anxious to see how I can apply my new knowledge to my upcoming exam! Abraham has several tools to make chemistry processes memorable and repeatable; this is crucial to success in my opinion. I will be seeking him out for my next math course as well.
Asya S. from Pittsburgh, PA
Abraham is definitely great at what he does. Our sessions have been very refreshing and informative. I am currently getting lessons from him in College General Chemistry and College Cell Biology. He is an expert in both areas. He takes his job as a tutor/educator serious making sure all my questions are answered each session. I decided to get lessons so I can prepare myself for these classes that I have to take for the second time this fall and I feel very confident that I am going to have a great semester with the help of Abraham.
Lauren L. from Dekalb, IL
We went over electrophilic aromatic substitution for my Organic Chemistry test. He showed me tables and a video to help better understand when certain things occur and why.
Cole S. from Cranberry Twp, PA
Abraham was a great tutor. He explained every concept we went over thoroughly and in a way that i understood it completely. I had no problem scheduling with him and he always responded immediately. He was always punctual and when i needed to change time slots he had no problem.
Samantha D. from Butler, PA
Abraham and I began working together a few weeks ago to raise my SAT scores. He reviewed what I struggled with when I first took the test, and since then we have been focusing on my weak points beginning with the math section. During each tutoring session, he goes over different types of math problems and different strategies to solve them. I then complete practice SAT problems and am assigned homework. Since then, my practice scores have gone up and I am feeling more confident with what we have worked on so far. I would definitely recommend Abraham as a tutor, as he has helped me very much!
Erica H. from Valencia, PA
My experience with Abraham was great. I was tutored in college level Anatomy and Phisiology 2. He found out exactly what areas I needed improvement in and focused on those. He used a number of different techniques and tools to help me better understand the material. He was able to meet at a place that was convenient for me. Overall I had a wonderful experience with Abraham.
Terri H. from Renfrew, PA
I highly recommend Abraham as a tutor. My 17 year old son connected with Abraham immediately and looked forward to working with Abraham weekly. Abraham was able to teach my son the skills he needed, to first understand how to take the SAT's and then with that practice, was able to increase his SAT's scores considerably. Abraham was very flexible in trying to accommodate tutoring with a very busy senior's schedule.
Laura K. from Cranberry Twp, PA
My son has been working with Abraham for a short time now in preparation for the ACT exam, with a focus on math and science. In just a couple of months time, my son has increased from a 14 to a 22 on the ACT math practice tests. Abraham has assigned a very fair amount of homework each work to keep him practicing. Being young himself, I think Abraham relates very well to my high school son, which helps. My son is not intimidated by him and feels comfortable asking him questions. It's been great to find a math tutor who is very intelligent, but still able to explain things in a very understandable manner.
Sam A. from Mars, PA
Very pleased with the continued progress made during the recent tutoring session on Algebra II. We are seeing an improved understanding of the subject based on the sessions. Also, Abe has been very easy to work with adjusting his schedule to make sure we are able to meet weekly.