About Nys Tutoring &
Dr. Steven Nystrom
Dr. Steven Nystrom offers tutoring services in organic and general chemistry for high school and college students through his site, Nys Tutoring, which is focused on making chemistry tutoring simple and effective.
Nys Tutoring
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Clarity first, confidence always. I start by showing students the answers and problem-solving patterns they need to recognize quickly, then work backward to unpack the chemistry—so nothing feels abstract, intimidating, or disconnected from exam success.
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Understanding over memorization. Using real-world analogies and intuitive examples, I help students see why reactions behave as they do—turning mechanisms, trends, and rules into ideas that click and stick.
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Efficient, encouraging, and genuinely enjoyable. My goal is not just higher grades, but helping students feel capable and curious—building mastery step by step while making chemistry logical, approachable, and even fun.
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Designed for real learning. Concepts are introduced gradually and revisited at deeper levels, allowing understanding to build without overwhelm while reinforcing foundations for long-term success.
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Confidence drives results. A supportive, low-pressure environment helps students engage deeply, ask better questions, and perform at their best.
Dr. Steven Nystrom
I’m Steven Nystrom, Ph.D., a chemical engineer, researcher, and educator with over 14 years of teaching and tutoring experience across general chemistry, organic chemistry, and chemical engineering–level coursework.
I hold a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Florida and have taught or assisted in more than 11 university courses, earning the Ray W. Fahien Graduate Teaching Award for excellence in instruction. Ohio State University is where is obtained a degree in Chemical and Biomolecular engineering with a minor in physics.
My background spans both cutting-edge research—including computational chemistry, catalysis, and molecular modeling—and hands-on teaching, which allows me to explain chemistry in a way that is both rigorous and intuitive.
I’ve worked extensively with students who feel overwhelmed by chemistry, helping them quickly recognize problem-solving patterns before building a deeper conceptual understanding.
My teaching philosophy emphasizes clarity first, fundamentals second. I start with the answers students need to see, then guide them step by step through the reasoning behind them using real-world analogies and practical examples.
This approach builds confidence, reduces anxiety, and helps chemistry finally “click.”
Whether you’re preparing for exams, struggling with core concepts, or aiming to truly understand the material, my goal is to help you learn efficiently, think clearly, and actually enjoy chemistry.