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Andrew

Canada BSc Natural Sciences; BEd · University of Calgary English

4.9 · 120 reviews

$60 / hour

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About Andrew

Andrew provides structured tutoring in Alberta Biology, Chemistry and Physics, specialising in the 20- and 30-level courses. His sessions suit students who want a clear explanation of the material followed by purposeful practice applying and understanding it. He places particular emphasis on scientific reasoning: identifying relevant evidence, choosing an appropriate relationship and explaining why an answer is reasonable. Calculations, diagrams and written responses receive equal attention. Andrew's manner is calm and direct, with room for questions throughout; he encourages students to say exactly which step is unclear rather than wait until the end of an explanation.

Tutoring experience

Andrew has six and a half years of private tutoring experience, supporting students through weekly course work, assessment preparation and summer review. His work has included Biology 30 genetics questions, Chemistry 20 stoichiometry and Physics 30 electricity and magnetism. He has tutored students revisiting earlier material as well as those seeking more demanding practice, adapting the pace without losing sight of the course requirements.

Teaching approach

An initial review of recent work establishes priorities. Lessons then combine a concise explanation, guided questions and an independent task. Andrew keeps a record of recurring errors and returns to them in later sessions. Before an assessment, practice is organised by both topic and question type, with time reserved for interpreting command words and presenting complete solutions.

Rating and reviews

Recent reviews

  • NadiaParent

    We booked support when our daughter felt overwhelmed by Biology 30 revision. Andrew helped her sort out which topics needed attention and which she already understood. She has a manageable plan now and is noticeably calmer.

  • ZoeStudent

    Best part is being able to ask the same question again without feeling awkward. Genetics in Biology 30 is finally making sense. Thanks Andrew!

  • OwenStudent

    The Physics 30 explanations are thorough and the questions are useful. The first session felt a little fast for me. Once I mentioned it, Andrew gave me more time to work through each step, which helped.

  • LiamStudent

    Stoichiometry used to take me forever. Andrew helped me set out the quantities properly instead of jumping between calculations. I can now work through Chemistry 20 questions without restarting three times.

  • PeterParent

    A thoughtful, methodical tutor. Our son has started checking whether his chemistry answers are reasonable before submitting them. It is good to see those habits carrying over into his schoolwork.

  • HelenParent

    Andrew is well prepared and keeps the sessions focused. He identified gaps in our daughter's understanding of circuits and revisited them before moving on. She can now explain her reasoning, rather than just show us an answer.

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