"I’m Tony, a science teacher with a bachelor's degree in Neuroscience and a master’s in Science Education from the University of Minnesota. With four years of classroom experience across various content areas and grade levels, and about six years of 1-on-1 tutoring, I excel at building rapport with students, which I believe is the most impactful tool a teacher can have. I was trained in a teaching style that equally emphasizes content knowledge, scientific skills, and overarching concepts across disciplines, aligning with secondary education standards and standardized tests. My top priority is to connect learning goals with students' personal interests and eliminate any limiting beliefs about their abilities—no one is permanently “bad at science”! Whether students are aiming for high achievement or just trying to stay afloat, we’ll achieve their goals together. I’ve taught IB Biology, Biology, Geology, Astronomy, Earth Science, and 7th-grade science in the classroom and have tutored up to the college level in general chemistry. Beyond subject knowledge, I focus on helping students learn how to learn, fostering confidence in their ability to succeed." less...