IB Chemistry TutoringSeattle & USA
Master IB Chemistry SL & HL with expert tutors. From Chemistry IA to Extended Essays—comprehensive support for every aspect of IB Chemistry.
Why Choose Our IB Chemistry Tutoring?
No Advance Payments
Pay only for sessions as you go. No forced packages or upfront commitments. Cancel anytime with no penalties. Fair, transparent pricing that respects your family's budget and flexibility. Learn more about our pricing and policies.
IB Chemistry Specialists
All tutors have advanced chemistry degrees and specific IB DP/MYP experience. Many are former IB examiners who know exactly what the mark schemes reward.
Past Papers & Mark Schemes
Extensive practice with released IB past papers, specimen papers, and official mark schemes. Learn the command terms and scoring patterns that maximize your grade.
IA & EE Expertise
Specialized support for Internal Assessments and Extended Essays—from topic selection to final draft. Understand uncertainty analysis, evaluation criteria, and academic rigor.
Lab Report Mastery
Expert guidance on writing chemistry lab reports that meet IB standards. Learn proper formatting, data presentation, error analysis, and how to write conclusions that demonstrate understanding of chemical principles and experimental limitations.
Proven Track Record
Average student improvement of 1.5 grade levels. 95%+ of students achieve 6 or 7 in IB Chemistry. Consistent 7s from students who follow the full program. Read our reviews.
Comprehensive IB Chemistry Services
Expert support for every aspect of IB Chemistry—from core topics to IAs and Extended Essays.
IB Chemistry SL Tutoring
Comprehensive support for IB Chemistry Standard Level. Covering stoichiometry, atomic structure, periodicity, bonding, energetics, kinetics, equilibrium, acids and bases, and redox processes. Includes Chemistry IA support and exam preparation.
- Core topics: Stoichiometry, Atomic Structure, Bonding
- Energetics, Kinetics, and Equilibrium
- Acids, Bases, and Redox Processes
- Internal Assessment guidance
- Exam strategy and past paper practice
IB Chemistry HL Tutoring
Advanced tutoring for IB Chemistry Higher Level. All SL content plus additional HL topics: advanced organic chemistry, biochemistry, medicinal chemistry, and materials science. Specialized support for Chemistry IA topics and extended essay research.
- All SL content plus HL extensions
- Advanced Organic Chemistry
- Biochemistry and Medicinal Chemistry
- Materials Science
- HL-specific IA and EE support
Chemistry Internal Assessment (IA)
Expert guidance for Chemistry IA from topic selection to final submission. Our tutors help you design experiments, analyze data with proper uncertainty calculations, and write evaluations that demonstrate critical thinking. Understand what examiners look for in personal engagement, exploration, analysis, and evaluation.
- Topic selection and research question development
- Experimental design and methodology
- Data analysis with uncertainty calculations
- Evaluation and conclusion writing
- Mark scheme optimization
Chemistry Extended Essay Support
Specialized support for Chemistry Extended Essays. From research question formulation to final draft, our tutors guide you through experimental design, data collection, analysis, and academic writing. Common topics include reaction kinetics, equilibrium studies, and synthesis projects.
- Research question development
- Experimental methodology design
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Academic writing and structure
- Final draft review and optimization
MYP Science Chemistry Preparation
Build strong foundations for MYP Science students preparing for IB DP Chemistry. Early work on chemical concepts, lab skills, and scientific inquiry prepares students for the rigor of DP Chemistry, especially HL.
- Foundation building for DP Chemistry
- Lab skills and safety
- Scientific inquiry and investigation
- Chemical concepts and principles
- Smooth transition to DP preparation
Our Tutor Tiers
Unlike other tutoring services, Hack Your Course only offers two professional tiers: Career Tutors (Professional tier) and IB Examiners (Elite tier). We only hire university students under special circumstances, and we currently do not have any university students in our roster. All our tutors are experienced professionals dedicated to your success.
Career
Professional Tier
Experienced IB tutors with strong academic backgrounds and proven track records. These tutors have extensive experience teaching IB subjects and helping students achieve excellent results. Perfect for students seeking quality tutoring at a competitive rate.
IB Examiners
Elite Tier
Former or current IB examiners with insider knowledge of mark schemes, assessment criteria, and exam expectations. These elite tutors have graded IB exams and understand exactly what examiners look for. Ideal for students aiming for top scores (6-7) and those preparing for high-stakes assessments.
Meet a Few of Our IB Chemistry Experts
Peter L.
MIT Ph.D. - Former ProfessorPeter holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from MIT and is a former Professor with exceptional expertise in IB Chemistry. With over 2000 hours of IB tutoring experience and 50+ successful students, Peter has a proven track record of guiding students from grade 5s to 7s. His deep understanding of IB curriculum and assessment criteria, combined with his humorous and engaging teaching style, makes complex chemistry concepts accessible and memorable for students at all levels.
Amy
Science Graduate - 5+ Years ExperienceAmy is a Science graduate with over 5 years of experience specializing in IB Biology and IB Chemistry (SL & HL), IB Math SL, and MYP Science/Math. With more than 1600 hours of IB tutoring experience, Amy has achieved a 100% satisfaction rate with students and families. Her organized approach, clear explanations, and consistent communication help students build confidence and master complex chemical concepts. Parents particularly appreciate her detailed progress updates after each session.
Yousif
B.Sc. Biomedical Physics - IB 44/45Yousif holds a B.Sc. in Biomedical Physics from the University of Toronto and is a distinguished IB alumnus with a near-perfect score of 44/45. Specializing in IB Physics, Chemistry, and Math AA (HL/SL), he combines deep subject mastery with strategic exam preparation. His firsthand experience excelling in the IB program gives him unique insight into what it takes to achieve top scores. Students appreciate his ability to break down complex concepts and develop effective study strategies.
Crystal
OCT Certified - BSc, B.Ed - 15+ YearsCrystal is an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) with over 15 years of teaching experience and IB MYP & DP Category 1 training. She is an expert in IB Diploma Biology, Chemistry, and Advanced Mathematics. Crystal guides students through both the Ontario curriculum (SBI4U, SCH4U) and IB frameworks, preparing them for competitive university placements. Her extensive classroom and tutoring experience allows her to address diverse learning needs and deliver measurable academic improvement.
Ayya
BSc Queen's - MSc University of TorontoAyya holds a BSc in Life Sciences from Queen's University and is pursuing a Master's in Health Science at the University of Toronto. As an IB graduate with an outstanding score of 40, she specializes in IB Biology and Chemistry (SL/HL) with exceptional student feedback. Her strong academic background in life sciences provides students with relevant real-world applications of chemistry concepts, making the subject more engaging and meaningful.
Arjoon
Masters - Engineering & BusinessArjoon holds advanced Master's degrees in both Engineering and Business Administration. As a former IB student who achieved perfect 7s in HL Math, Physics, and Chemistry, he has firsthand knowledge of what it takes to excel in rigorous science courses. With over 1000 hours of IB tutoring at Hack Your Course, Arjoon specializes in IB Math, Physics, and Chemistry, helping students build foundational knowledge and master difficult concepts for top results.
Savannah
Science Graduate - Chemistry & PhysicsSavannah is a dedicated science tutor specializing in IB Chemistry and Physics with a solid academic background. Her proactive teaching approach has impressed both students and parents, consistently earning positive feedback. Savannah focuses on helping students understand not just what to learn, but how to approach chemistry problems strategically—developing skills that transfer to exams and beyond. Her efficient tutoring style ensures students make the most of every session.
Chemistry Success Stories
From struggling students to confident 7-scorers—real results from IB Chemistry tutoring. Read more reviews.
"Words cannot express how grateful I am to have Peter as my IB Chemistry tutor. When focusing purely on results, Peter brought my IB Chemistry mark from a 5 to a 7 over the course of these two years. His humorous and lighthearted attitude makes classes much more engaging, which in turn helps me absorb the information taught."
"Peter has been an amazing tutor for IB Chemistry HL. Without him, I would have greatly struggled with the course and not achieved the level of success that I have in the course. With his help in chemistry, I have been able to get acceptance into UBC Sciences as well as U of T Sciences."
"Peter is an excellent chemistry tutor whose deep knowledge helped me develop my understanding. My proficiency improved remarkably."
"We've been using Hack Your Course since IB Year 1 for Math, Chemistry, and Physics, and continued into Year 2 because of the great results. The tutors are professional, organized, and understand the IB curriculum well. Arjoon has been especially helpful with Physics and Amy with Chemistry—clear explanations, consistent updates, and a calm, focused approach that works really well for our son."
"We have been with this institute for two years now, and we are thrilled with the level of care we get from the tutors and the staff. They genuinely care and know their stuff, and our sons' scores have increased significantly in their IB math, chemistry and physics courses."
"Hack Your Course always can help you find the perfect tutor. I am especially thankful to Savannah as science tutor. Her solid knowledge background and proactive attitude impressive me so much."
"As a parent I have had a fantastic experience. The calibre of tutors is amazing and the company is wonderfully responsive. My children are engaged with their subjects."
"My daughter needed IB Math and Chemistry tutors and HYC delivered. The tutors were experienced, prepared, and helped her build confidence and understanding."
"Masoud and his tutoring crew are very experienced and knowledgeable. Masoud is an incredible teacher and always supportive. In a short time, my daughter's math grade has dramatically increased. She now achieves high marks and is quite passionate about the subject."
"I've worked with Aria for IB Math for the past six months and he has massively improved my experience with math and my understanding of complex concepts. He is incredibly knowledgeable providing very thorough explanations for everything that truly helped me understand the content."
"As an IB student going into exams soon, I want to give my biggest thanks to my tutor Aria for helping me feel the most ready confident in myself for my Math AA HL exams. After almost 2 years of being his student, I can confidently say that he is super patient, and is able to explain things in ways that are easily understandable and simple."
"I have been a student at HYC for around 2 years for my IB Mathematics AA HL course, and my tutor is genuinely the sole reason I have been so successful in math. I have recently taken the IB Math AA HL exams and felt so prepared and confident because of Aria's help."
"I used Hack Your Course for almost a year in Grade 12 and I can say that it was the best tutoring service I have ever used. The tutors have great communication skills and know the IB curriculum very well. They also have access to IB past materials allowing for further development."
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"HYC was amazing and totally saved our senior's final year of IB. She was reluctant to even get a tutor, but HYC hooked her up with one that was a great match for her personality, and helped her feel WAAAAAAAAY more confident with the material. They were responsive, available, and excellent."
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"Without question Hack Your Course is the best tutor service company we have ever found. The quality of the teachers is of the best. The company is very fast to respond to our requests."
"I have had an amazing experience with HYC. I'm an IB student and my tutors have definitely helped my improve in my courses. Specifically, in Biology, my tutor does past exams and we go over how to answer a question to get full marks on it."
"We are incredibly grateful to Arjoon and Hack Your Course for the outstanding support they provided our daughter in her IB Math class. Not only did her grades improve, but she also developed a genuine love for math, thanks to Arjoon's exceptional teaching."
"We have been very impressed with the services provided by HYC Tutoring service. Our tutor, Parsa A., has been exceptional - very knowledgeable, patient and supportive. Our daughter's confidence in her IB courses has increased significantly."
"Aria has done a fantastic job teaching me for the previous 2 years. He is a wonderful teacher and an even better person. He's elevated my skills in IB Math AA SL to levels previously very difficult for me to achieve. He's helped me realize and learn so much about myself as a student."
"HYC tutoring has been a great help to my grades. Aria, one of the Math tutors, is very friendly and explains all concepts in a way that students can understand while also being organized and knowing the IB curriculum inside and out."
"I contacted Hack Your Course Tutoring last December to find a tutor for my daughter who was struggling with her math 11 IB HL AA. After almost 6 months of tutoring by Aria, I see big improvement on her test from 87% to 96%. She is much more confident now."
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Frequently Asked Questions
SL covers core topics in less depth (95 hours) while HL adds advanced topics like biochemistry, organic chemistry, and spectroscopy (150 hours). HL is required for pre-med and chemistry-focused university programs. SL is appropriate for students who need chemistry credit but aren't pursuing science degrees.
Core topics include Stoichiometry, Atomic Structure, Periodicity, Bonding, Energetics, Kinetics, Equilibrium, Acids and Bases, and Redox. HL adds Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, and Materials Science. All students complete an Internal Assessment (IA) lab report worth 20% of the final grade.
External exams are worth 80% (Paper 1: MCQ, Paper 2: short/extended responses, Paper 3: data-based questions). The Internal Assessment (IA) is worth 20%—a student-designed lab investigation graded on personal engagement, exploration, analysis, evaluation, and communication.
We offer two professional tiers: Career Tutors (experienced IB chemistry specialists) and IB Examiners (current/former examiners with insider knowledge). Contact us for current rates—pricing depends on tutor tier and session frequency. We never require advance payments or package purchases.
Yes. Most sessions are conducted online using video conferencing with shared whiteboards and document collaboration. Online tutoring allows us to match you with the best tutor regardless of location. In-person sessions are available in Seattle, Vancouver, and Toronto for students who prefer face-to-face instruction.
Absolutely. IA support is one of our most popular services. We help with topic selection, research question development, experimental design, data analysis with proper uncertainty calculations, and evaluation writing. Our tutors know exactly what examiners look for in each criterion.
Most students see measurable improvement within 4-6 sessions. Our tutors conduct initial assessments to identify knowledge gaps and create targeted study plans. Students typically improve 1-2 grade levels with consistent tutoring.
Yes. Our tutors use official IB past papers, specimen papers, and mark schemes for exam preparation. We also have extensive question banks organized by topic. Understanding mark scheme expectations is crucial for maximizing scores.
All Chemistry tutors have advanced degrees in Chemistry or related fields and extensive IB teaching experience. Our Elite tier includes current and former IB examiners who have graded IB Chemistry exams and understand exactly what earns top marks.
Yes. We provide comprehensive Extended Essay support from research question formulation through final draft review. Our tutors guide students through experimental design, data analysis, academic writing, and meeting IB EE criteria.
Contact us by phone at 1-888-717-2533 or through our website contact form. We'll discuss your student's needs, match you with an appropriate tutor, and schedule a consultation. There's no obligation and no advance payment required.
We specialize in one-on-one tutoring because it allows for personalized attention and customized pacing. However, we can arrange small group sessions (2-3 students) for siblings or friends at a reduced per-person rate. Contact us to discuss options.