Bio
I am a Biochemistry and Microbiology major and I have an absolute passion for Mathematics, languages, and Science! My hobbies include cooking, photography, and everything chemistry.
I love moulding the minds of our youth. I have five years' Science, languages, and Mathematics tutoring experience at Master Maths and privately - including the IEB, CAPS and Cambridge syllabus. I have gained much experience, patience and teaching methods that aid in me being the best tutor I can be.
Education
• - Personal tutor since 2018
• - Master Maths tutor since beginning of 2020
• - Teach Me 2 Tutor since 2022
• - Unisa BSc in Biochemistry and Microbiology
My Proudest
Achievements
• My almost-finished degree is my proudest achievement, and I hope to work my way to a Biochemistry PhD one day.
Subjects
- School Tutoring
Physical Science
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSC, IEBI worked at Master Science for 3 years & have received extensive training in tutoring students from gr10-12 in IEB & CAPS. I've assisted many matric rewrites and regularly help students prepare for their NBTs & finals.
Life Sciences (Biology)
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSCI am currently studying a BSc in Biochemistry and Microbiology and have such a passion for science. I grew my tutoring skills after working for Master Science for over a year. I have developed many summaries and love helping students develop a love for Biology and Science.
Mathematics
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSC/IEBI tutored Mathematics to grades 4 to 12 under the IEB, CAPS, and Cambridge syllabi in both Afrikaans and English at Master Maths for 3 years. I have extensive knowledge of Maths and know how to get to the root of a student's problems.
Chemistry
Grade 1 - Grade 12 NSC, IEB, CambridgeI worked at Master Maths and Science for 3 years, and have tutored various students in this subject. I am currently studying towards a BSc in biochem too. Not only do I know this subject in depth, but I have a passion to teach it and make others fall in love with it as well.
- University Tutoring
Biology
First Year Blg1501I am currently in my second year of studying towards a BSc in Biochemistry and Microbiology and I have
Organic Chemistry
First Year CHE1502I completed a first year course on Organic Chemistry and obtained a distinction. I have such a passion for this subject and would love to make such an abstract subject intuitive to everyone studying it.
Biochemistry
First Year - Second YearHi there, I completed various biochemistry university courses and would love to help anyone who has this subject, as it is one of my favourite science courses. I achieved distinctions in all of my biochem courses.
Reviews from others
“She was able to fully explain any concepts I struggled with and ensured to build up my confidence with more difficult topics so I have been able to successfully apply information to my course and achieve higher grades than before :)”- Kat
“Nicolene is extremely professional and knowledgeable. She has a strong understanding of the work and explains brilliantly”- Susan
“Nicolene explained the work slowly and effectively and made sure that I understood everything. She was very kind and easy to speak to which made me very comfortable when asking questions.”- Siya
“Nicolene teaches in a way that makes it is so easy to grasp the concepts. She is really knowledgeable and patient. Overall just brilliant.”- Kevin
“Nicolene managed to explain some complex issues in comprehensible ways and most of all, she was able to emotionally pick up a student that had little confidence in the subject. ”- Donette
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