Hillary S.
Private tutor in Durham, NC
Education
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (ACS certified) - University of Kansas (2015) Master of Science in Chemistry - Duke University (2017) Focus: Organic chemistry, Organometallic chemistry, Catalysis
Experience
I was a teaching assistant for 5 years combined at two major universities, The University of Kansas and Duke University. I taught both organic 1 and 2 labs and discussions so I've had experience with teaching these topics and answering questions in these areas since 2013. I have been actively tutoring this subject for ~ 2 years. I enjoy working in a laboratory setting and having hands on experience with chemistry, but teaching has always stolen my attention and is generally where I focus my free time. I really enjoy organizing information to make it easier for students to understand. I have compiled organic topics into 20 study PDFs to aid in presenting information or to give to students to help them study. I especially enjoy teaching spectroscopy (IR and NMR).
Availability
Weekdays after 6PM, Weekends at any time
Can Meet
Up to 45 minutes away for a flat fee
Hobbies
I love teaching, but have always enjoyed working one on one with students, more-so than teaching a lecture style course, but overall my goals are to eventually teach college-level organic classes. I'm more introverted when it comes to my personal life: i enjoy reading, puzzles, hiking, gardening, etc., but I don't think my previous students would consider me introverted or shy. I have a funny/sarcastic personality that I tune according to the student's personality. Organic chemistry can be a stressful time so I think a little humor can make it a little more enjoyable, but if a student just wants to get down to business and be serious I can definitely accommodate that.
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