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Sophie
- Rate $46
- Response 1h
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- Natural Sciences
Experienced MSc Molecular Biologist offering science tutoring in person and virtual (middle school / high school / university).
- Natural Sciences
Lesson location
About Sophie
Hello! My name is Sophie and I run SxT Acadex: offering scientific tutoring services in person in the tri-cities within Vancouver and online. I tutor at local libraries in person however alternative arrangements can always be arranged (eg. meeting up at a nearby coffee shop instead if this is more convenient for you). Online sessions are done via Google Meet + a whiteboarding software I use.
I hold a MSc in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry from SFU and have 8 years of teaching and tutoring experience.
During my senior high school years, I discovered a passion for teaching through taking a Leadership course where a teacher took me under her wing and I assisted with teaching her junior science courses. I absolutely loved it!
As I went onto my undergraduate years, I still had a yearning to teach, so I worked as a Teaching Assistant (TA) as much as possible within the Faculty of Science. After I graduated with my BSc, I worked for some time in the biotech field, and eventually returned to do my Master's. During my grad studies, I also ran a YouTube channel where I posted science education videos on key gatekeeper / challenging topics for students at the undergrad/grad levels. You can check out my channel and my teaching methodology here: (concealed information)
Upon completion, I did some more work in biotech and pharma, while also tutoring on the side. Finally I decided to take a big lead and really advertise my tutoring services and I'm so glad I did! I love seeing my students light up when they finally understand a topic they've been struggling with.
About the lesson
- Middle School
- Sophomore
- Advanced Technical Certificate
- +2
levels :
Middle School
Sophomore
Advanced Technical Certificate
College / University
Masters
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
I tutor at local libraries in person however alternative arrangements can always be arranged (eg. meeting up at a nearby coffee shop instead if this is more convenient for you). Online sessions are done via Google Meet + a whiteboarding software application.
I can tutor at the following levels.
Middle School Sciences
High School Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
Undergraduate/Graduate courses:
Lower and upper level biology
Lower and upper level physiology
Lower and upper level genetics
Lower level molecular bio / biochemistry
And more. Please reach out to me if your specific course type is not listed here.
I provide the following:
assignment / homework support
exam / test / quiz preparation
scientific writing support and improving your writing to have better clarity
Individualized custom problem sets focused on your specific weaknesses that I will prepare and run through with you during our sessions
Mock tests / quizzes to assess level of understanding
Access to our entire lesson plan with additional practice problems for self-practice
REAL TESTIMONIALS: I run a YouTube science education channel, where I create videos specifically on challenging/gatekeeper scientific topics. If you want to see an example of how I teach and breakdown hard-to-understand topics, see my YouTube channel here and read the comments from students and the positive impact I have on their learning: (concealed information)
PEDAGOGICAL RESEARCH: In addition to my experience, I have also completed pedagogical research on effective scientific teaching and learning with the Institute of Teaching and Learning at SFU, in tandem with two faculty professors. I consistently score above 90% on semesterly TA evaluations as well, showing the effectiveness of my teaching and coaching.
️ COMPASSION / EMPATHY - I have volunteered as a Career Peer Advisor previously and also as a Crisis Responder for Canada's Crisis Text Line, and provided Career Coaching to several clients. By nature, I am a very compassionate and empathetic person. You will never be made to feel embarrassed or ashamed for not understanding course material. I will work to ensure you gain confidence and feel empowered in your studies and courses.
Rates
Rate
- $46
Pack rates
- 5h: $212
- 10h: $423
online
- $46/h
Travel
- + $$10
Details
A travel fee of $10 will apply for in person sessions.
Please note, for university / college level tutoring, the rate will be higher at $75/hour (virtual) or $85/hour (in person).
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