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Tutor Code: T18314

Sim Choon Kiat

Gender: Male Tutor
Qualification: University
Name of the University: Stanford University
Qualification Achieved in which Major: PhD Genetics
Grades: A
Graduated Year: 2012
University
Name of the University: University of Michigan
Qualification Achieved in which Major: BS Physics
Grades: A
Graduated Year: 2006
A Level
Name of the Junior College: Hwa Chong Institution
Grades: A
Graduated Year: 2000
O Level
Name of the Secondary School: Hwa Chong Institution
Grades: A1
Graduated Year: 1998
Type of Tutor: Full Time Tutor
Experience (in year): 5 - 10 years
Experience and Dedication: I hold a PhD in Genetics from Stanford University and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Physics (minor: Mathematics) from the University of Michigan. I am a recipient of the A*STAR National Science Scholarship (BS–PhD) and have received formal training in pedagogy through the National Institutes of Health course “Scientists Teaching Science” by Barbara Houtz. I have over 5 years of teaching experience across Primary, Secondary, Junior College and university levels. My teaching experience includes: Over 2 years of one-to-one home tutoring for Primary, Secondary, and Junior College students in Science, Biology, Physics, and Mathematics 1 year teaching Science at 49ers Academy Middle School, USA 2 years as a Physics Teaching Assistant at the University of Michigan, USA With a strong academic background and structured teaching approach, I focus on conceptual understanding, clear explanations, and critical thinking, helping students build strong foundations and confidence in the sciences. To enhance understanding, I offer personalized teaching materials and connect science to real life examples.
Commitment and Other Details:
Preferred Locations for Assignments: West (West Coast, Pasir Panjang, Kent Ridge, Clementi, Dover, Buona Vista, Bukit Timah, Farrer Rd, Holland, Ghim Moh, Jurong East, Jurong West, Lakeside, Boon Lay, Bukit Timah, Old Turf Club, Taman, Jurong, Jurong, Tuas)
South (Harbourfront, Telok Blangah, Labrador Park, Mount Faber, Sentosa Cove, Depot Road, Tanjong Pagar, Marina South, Marina East)
Central (Marina Bay, City Hall, Raffles Place, Chinatown, Shenton Way, Outram, Clarke Quay, High Street, Scotts Rd, Newton, Orchard Rd, River Valley, Stevens Rd, Novena, Braddell, Balestier, Bendemeer, Macperson, Bugis, Victoria, Rochor, Tiong Bahru, Queenstown, Commonwealth, Bukit Merah, Redhill, Alexandra, Woodleigh, Toa Payoh, Little India, Bukit Timah, Beach Road)
North West (Bukit Timah Rd, King Albert Park, Caldecott, Farrer Rd, Bukit Batok, Bukit Gombak, Hillview, Bukit Panjang, Choa Chu Kang, Yew Tee, Tengah, Bukit Timah Hill, 7 Millstone)
Available Time Slots:
Mon (3 pm – 6 pm - 6 pm – 9 pm)
Tues (3 pm – 6 pm - 6 pm – 9 pm)
Wed (3 pm – 6 pm - 6 pm – 9 pm)
Thur (3 pm – 6 pm - 6 pm – 9 pm)
Fri (3 pm – 6 pm - 6 pm – 9 pm)
Level & Subject: Lower Primary (Science)
Upper Primary (Science)
Lower Secondary (Science)
Upper Secondary (Pure Physics, Pure Chemistry, Pure Biology)