Gerard

I am a lifelong learner and educator with more than five years of experience teaching and tutoring both in person and online. I specialize in Biology, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Nutrition, and French. I hold a bachelor's degree from Montana State University Billings, and I teach and tutor students from 6th grade through college.

Tutoring Style

In the words of the late educator Rita Pierson, "Teaching and learning should bring joy," and I try to embody that philosophy in every session. I tutor with enthusiasm, positivity, and genuine joy, because I want my students to experience learning as something fun rather than stressful. Many students associate studying with frustration, headaches, and failures. My goal is to break that cycle by rebuilding their confidence and helping them see that success is possible, and that learning can be enjoyable.

Success Stories

Human Anatomy and Physiology: One of my favorite success stories is tutoring a student with ADHD who was struggling in Human Anatomy and Physiology throughout the school year. We worked together consistently, adapting strategies to fit how they learned best. The student went on to become one of the top students in class. Months later, I found a note the student had left in my tutoring notebook thanking me for my help. It was a moment that reminded me why I love this work.

‍Biology (General/College): I tutored a student in Biology for a full semester. The student improved so much that they asked me to tutor them again the following semester — this time in a different subject. Even though I suggested that other tutors were better suited to that particular subject, the student chose to continue working with me because of the connection we had built. This experience reflects the rapport I build with each student.

Nutrition and Pre-Physical Therapy: I once tutored a student preparing to retake the national licensure exam for physical therapy assistants after a failed attempt. As a result, the student felt unsure of their own abilities. We spent the academic year steadily building both their knowledge and confidence. When the student found out they had passed, they called me to thank me for the part I played in their success.

Hobbies & Interests

When I'm not tutoring, I love sports — especially soccer, basketball, and American football — whether I'm playing with friends or watching a good game. I also enjoy reading a good book and watching movies or TV shows in my downtime. Outside of that, I value spending quality time with my family, whether we're cooking together or simply enjoying each other's company at home.