Meet Sofia Cohen: High School Science Tutor.
Born and raised in Arlington, I have a strong academic background in medicine and bioethics, along with a passion for education and communication. Through my academic and teaching experiences, I have developed a strong ability to simplify complex concepts and help students build both their understanding and confidence.
My experience includes tutoring middle school through college-level students in math and science, as well as serving as a college teaching assistant in statistics. I recognize that every student learns differently and tailor my teaching approach to meet individual needs and learning styles. I strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and approaching challenges with curiosity. Rather than simply providing answers, I focus on strengthening critical thinking and independent problem-solving skills. My goal is to equip students with the knowledge, strategies, and confidence they need to succeed academically and beyond.
High School Services: Biology • AP Biology • Chemistry • AP Chemistry
Hourly Non-AP Academic Tutoring: $150
Hourly AP Academic Tutoring: $175
Washington University in St Louis School of Medicine & Columbia School of Professional Studies
Washington University – M.D.
Columbia – M. S. in Bioethics
Johns Hopkins University
B. A. in Behavioral Biology
Research Assistant in Lab for Child Development & Lieber Institute for Brain Development
Nu Rho Psi member
TA for Statistical Analysis
Game Operations Worker for Athletic Department
Johns Hopkins Hospital Child Life Volunteer
JHU Colleges Against Cancer
PILOT leader for Statistical Analysis
VP of JHU Medical Ethics Discussion Panel
JHU Advocates for Baltimore Community Health
Captain of JHU Women’s Club Soccer team
General Honors and Departmental Honors
Yorktown High School
President of National Honor Society
Arlington travel soccer association
Track & Field
Middle school tutor
DARTT (Doing Art Together) volunteer
Virginia Hospital volunteer
First Place at 2015 Northern Virginia Regional Science and Engineering Fair
Commissioned Officers Association Distinguishing Achieve 2nd Place Award
NVCG/TE Scholarship
VAG scholarship
Principal’s Award
Experience
- Statistical Analysis Teaching Assistant - Johns Hopkins University
- Medical Assistant - Capital Dermatology
- Researcher - Center for Humanism and Ethics in Surgical Specialties (WashU), Lieber Institute, Champalimaud Foundation, Laboratory for Child Development (JHU)
- Translation Services - Association of Women Surgeons (AWS) National Medical Student Committee
Human Heart
- Fitness Fanatic
- Nonfiction Bookworm
- Passionate traveler
- NYT games enthusiast
- Dog lover