Sarrah P.
CHEMISTRY IS LIKE COOKING (Just Don't Lick the Spoon)- Online Quotes
About Sarrah
Hi! I am from Tanzania, but I have traveled to and lived in 14 countries. I am super friendly, funny (mostly dad jokes) and love working with youth! I am a UBC graduate with a BSc. in Chemistry. I did the IB Diploma Programme 6 years ago with my HLs in Chemistry, Biology, and Math. I have been a tutor for 8 years, including tutoring IB students for Chemistry HL and SL for 7 years. I love creating learning experiences that bring my students a step closer to their dreams.
Teaching Experience
Private Chemistry Tutor
- Provide private online and in-person tutoring in IB/A level/AP/IGCSE chemistry.
- Made slides, interactive online whiteboard activities, and notes for various topics.
- Maintained a friendly and energetic demeanor and demonstrated adaptable pace and patience to student’s learning.
IB, A level & IGCSE Chemistry Teacher
- Responsible for planning and conducting lessons for over 50 students in a top international school in Africa.
A level & IGCSE Chemistry Teacher
- Conducted activities and lessons to help aid students struggling in a subject.
Special Needs Assistant Teacher
- Overcame communication barriers while tending to children with special needs
- Effectively collaborated with school headteachers and educators to research improved learning methodology for every student.
- Implemented new teaching styles to improve learning; observed and recorded students’ changes in performance and behavior to assess the new method.
Education
Academic qualifications and achievements
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (graduated with distinction)
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Aga Khan Mzizima Secondary School
Teaching Skills & Expertise
Subjects, levels, and qualifications
Subject | Programme | Level | Assignments | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOK: Essay and Exhibition | IB DP | – | – | Qualified Tutor |
| Extended Mathematics | IB MYP | – | – | Qualified Tutor |
| Chemistry | IB DPIGCSE | SLHLExtended | Internal AssessmentExtended EssayExtended Tier ExaminationCore Tier ExaminationPractical Test (Paper 5)Alternative to Practical (Paper 6) | Qualified Tutor |
| Biology | IGCSEIB DP | ExtendedHL | Core Tier ExaminationExtended Tier ExaminationPractical Test (Paper 5)Alternative to Practical (Paper 6)Internal AssessmentExtended EssayCollaborative Sciences Project | Qualified Tutor |
| Mathematics | IGCSE | Extended | Extended Tier ExaminationCore Tier Examination | Qualified Tutor |
| International Mathematics | IGCSE | Extended | – | Qualified Tutor |
| Additional Mathematics | IGCSE | Extended | Extended Tier Examination | Qualified Tutor |
| Physics | IGCSEIB DP | ExtendedHL | Extended Tier ExaminationPractical Test (Paper 5)Alternative to Practical (Paper 6)Internal AssessmentExtended EssayCollaborative Sciences Project | Qualified Tutor |
TOK: Essay and Exhibition
Extended Mathematics
Chemistry
Biology
Mathematics
International Mathematics
Additional Mathematics
Physics
Teaching Style
My methodology and approach to tutoring
What is your teaching philosophy?
I believe in making learning accessible to my students' needs. I utilize my students' strengths to make our lessons a more enjoyable and useful experience for them.
What might you do in a typical first session with a student?
Identify their goals. Assess their strengths and weakness. Make a plan to meet the goals. A lesson will contain clear learning objectives and include a combination of writing, provided notes, images, and examples. Students will learn what a good IB-style answer is. In the end, they will be provided with a bank of topic-based IB-style questions to practice their learning.
What to Expect
Personalized Approach
Tailored to your learning style
Practical Strategies
Easy-to-remember techniques
Exam Preparation
Focused on IB assessments
Student Reviews
What students say about their experience (10 reviews)
Marius G.
April 2023
Excellent!
Marius G.
January 2023
excellent tutoring
Alexandra F.
October 2022
Sarrah has a great approach and is very strong in her communication. Thanks!!
Jana A.
October 2022
An understanding teacher and a great help
Lisa E.
June 2022
Sarrah is an excellent tutor. She is kind and understanding and knows her subject very well.
Li W.
March 2022
So good, thank you!
Adedoyin B.
March 2022
Very detailed, thorough and supportive tutor.
Maya R.
January 2022
Sarrah is a great tutor! She knows her stuff extremely well and is great at working with me to make sure I understand everything. I really enjoy her teaching style, as she goes over the information and then gives time to practice and make sure it is fully understood. Would definitely recommend for anyone hoping to learn chemistry!
Marius G.
November 2021
Sarah is patient, explains concepts well and is approachable. We will continue tutoring with her.
Leonik A.
October 2021
She listened to my daughters academic concerns and formulated a plan for instruction with clear goals.