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Matheus
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- Response 1h
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1st lesson free
- Biology
- Zoology
- Oceanography
PhD Student with 4 years of teaching experience teaches Biology and Chemistry in the Auckland area
- Biology
- Zoology
- Oceanography
Lesson location
About Matheus
Hi, I’m Matheus! I’m a marine biologist, PhD student, and experienced Biology and Chemistry teacher. I know that science can sometimes feel overwhelming—especially when there’s a lot of new information, difficult concepts, or an exam coming up.
My goal is to make those topics clear, manageable, and interesting, while helping you become more confident and independent in your learning.
Whether you’re struggling with a particular topic, preparing for an exam, catching up on coursework, or simply want to understand science at a deeper level, our lessons will be built around what you need.
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About the lesson
- Secondary
- Matric/GCSE
- AS Level
- +7
levels :
Secondary
Matric/GCSE
AS Level
A Level
Adult education
Undergraduate
Masters
Diploma
Doctorate
Other
- English
- Portuguese
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Portuguese
Unlock Your Potential in Science with Personalized Tutoring
Hi, I’m Matheus Guarizo! I’m passionate about making science easier to understand, more engaging, and—most importantly—relevant to you.
Whether you’re a secondary school student looking to strengthen your Biology or Chemistry fundamentals, or a university student tackling marine biology, ecology, climate change, statistics, or data analysis, I offer personalized tutoring built around your goals and learning style.
My Teaching Approach
My goal isn’t simply to help you memorize information for an exam. I want you to **understand how and why things work**, so you can apply what you’ve learned with confidence.
With more than three years of secondary-school teaching experience, university teaching practicums, and science outreach, I’ve learned to break down complex topics into clear, manageable steps. I use real-world examples, practical exercises, and plenty of opportunities for you to work through problems yourself.
Lessons can focus on whatever you need most—whether that’s understanding a difficult concept, preparing for an exam, interpreting scientific data, improving your study habits, writing a scientific report, or learning how to use **R** or **Python** for data analysis.
Lesson Structure & Duration
*60-minute sessions* are ideal for regular coursework, reviewing difficult topics, and building your understanding over time.
*90- or 120-minute sessions* are particularly useful for intensive exam preparation, scientific writing, programming, statistics, or larger projects.
A typical lesson includes:
* A quick review of what you already know
* Clear, step-by-step explanations of new concepts
* Practical examples and guided exercises
* Student-led problem-solving to reinforce understanding
* Time for questions and clarification
The structure is flexible, though. We can adapt each session to what you need most.
Qualifications & Experience
Academic Background:
* PhD Candidate in Marine Sciences at the University of Auckland (Institute of Marine Science), supported by a UoA PhD Scholarship
* MSc in Biological Sciences (Zoology), São Paulo State University (Unesp)
* BSc in Biological Sciences (Marine Biology), São Paulo State University (Unesp)
Teaching & Science Outreach
* 3+ years of experience teaching Biology and Chemistry at the secondary-school level (2022–2025)
* Experience with university teaching practicums, laboratory tutorials, and science outreach for students and young people
*Research & Data Analysis*
* Lead-author publications in the *Journal of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology* and *Aquaculture International*
* Peer reviewer for international scientific journals
* Experienced with **R and Python** for data analysis, visualization, bibliometric mapping, and spatial analysis
* Research experience in marine ecology, climate-change stressors, aquaculture, and laboratory and fieldwork techniques
Who I Can Help
My lessons are aimed at:
Secondary School Students
* Biology
* Chemistry
* Exam preparation
* Building strong scientific foundations
* Homework and coursework support
University Students
* Biological Sciences
* Marine Sciences
* Marine Biology
* Ecology
* Introductory statistics and data analysis
* Scientific writing
* R and Python for scientific research
* Research projects and data interpretation
Whether you’re struggling with the basics or simply want to take your understanding to the next level, we can tailor the lessons to where you are and where you want to go.
Online & In-Person
Lessons are available online via Zoom or Google Meet, as well as in person in the Auckland area
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Rates
Rate
- R328
Package rates
- 5h: R1638
- 10h: R3277
free lesson
The free first lesson with Matheus allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.
- 30min
online
- R328/h
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