Hello! My name is Pooja, and I am a Philadelphia native. I am a rising sophomore at Haverford College majoring in Biology with a minor in Neuroscience on the Pre-Med Track. Driven by my aspiration to become a pediatric surgeon, I am deeply interested in the advanced sciences and passionate about tutoring pre-med foundational subjects, particularly biology and chemistry. I love diving into the fascinating details of how biological and chemical systems work and I strive to share that enthusiasm and knowledge with my students. My goal is to make these rigorous STEM subjects approachable and engaging, helping students build the strongest foundation they need for their future academic endeavors. During high school, I worked as a tutor through my school’s National Honor Society, giving me a strong background in educational support. I provided tutoring to freshmen, specializing in Biology, Algebra 1, World History, and Spanish. I am quite adaptable and I recognize that every student processes information differently. To accommodate diverse learning styles, I use different strategies and aids that ensure they can break down complex problems and grasp the material in a way that makes sense to them. I want to help students develop critical thinking, problem solving skills, and the confidence to tackle challenging coursework and concepts. Outside of the classroom, I like to express my creativity through henna and nail art. I have played the violin for 9 years and have recently decided to take a break. I am also a member of my college’s South Asian Society where we plan cultural events. This summer, I am furthering my medical experience by earning my EMT certification! I am determined to create a supportive, patient, and encouraging learning environment to help students achieve academic success and empower them to achieve their goals. I am excited for the opportunity to help my future students reach their full academic potential.
If you have a specific tutor in mind, you're welcome to request them directly — we'll confirm whether they're available and the right fit for your student. Otherwise, Ryan writes a personal email to understand your student's needs, learning style, and goals — then handpicks a tutor from the roster. You're not filling out a form and getting assigned randomly. If the first tutor isn't the right fit after the first session, we'll find you a better match at no extra charge.
Yes. Many families start with a single session to see how the tutor and student connect before committing to a regular schedule. There's no pressure to book in advance — reach out and we'll set something up.
Yes. Many of our tutors are strong across several subjects, and sessions can cover more than one if that's what the student needs that week. Flexibility is built into how we work.
Most of our tutors continue working through breaks, either online or in-person at the college if the tutors remain on campus during that vacation. We'll let you know in advance if a tutor has a gap in availability and arrange coverage with one of our other tutors — in-person or online — in the required subject.
Occasionally, if the student lives very close to the tutor's campus. Most sessions take place on or near the college campus or online. This keeps sessions in an academically focused environment — which tends to produce better results.
The families who see the biggest results are the ones who commit to a regular cadence — typically once, twice, or three times a week. One-on-one tutoring with a student from an elite college, who genuinely understands the material, is a fundamentally different experience from a tutoring center or an app. Most of our clients stay with us for multiple semesters.
Email Ryan@ShiresTutoring.com and mention which tutor and college town you're interested in, or fill out our Request a Tutor form. We typically respond within one business day.
That depends on where your student is starting and how consistently they show up. Pooja will identify the specific gaps, focus sessions on them, and adjust as the student progresses. Families who stick to a weekly schedule typically see meaningful progress within four to six weeks.
Email Ryan@ShiresTutoring.com and mention you'd like to work with Pooja at Haverford College, or fill out our Request a Tutor form — you can also click the Request a Tutor button at the bottom of this page. We'll follow up within one business day to confirm availability and schedule your first session.