Ever since bringing refugee children up to and beyond grade-level mathematics while tutoring in the mid-2000s, I have always been motivated by a spirit of service to community, society, and humanity at large. Teaching and tutoring is one small but essential part of that ethos.
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...have them periodically explain what we're doing and work on practice problems. I'll generally start out with easier problems and work up to the hardest ones that could be on the test. The speed of this process is completely based on how fast the student is at learning this subject. If I've learned that they learn quickly then I'll cover the basics faster to get to the more complex issues. On the other hand, if...
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...science for several years and loved it. My favorite part of teaching was building relationships and supporting students, which is why I am tutoring! I am most excited to tutor middle and high school science students, but I tutor many subjects for students of all ages. I enjoy the tutoring experience because of the one-on-one interaction allows students to get more individualized support that is rooted in their own needs and interests.
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...in underprivileged communities in my local city for a nonprofit Chicago Hopes for Kids program and also privately for students in public schools. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, Biological Sciences and History. I see education as a way to grow as a whole person and shape ones life, which is why I feel the journey is longer than the goal- it's only so as an...
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...teaching plan. My goal is to create an active learning experience where I first guide students through difficult concepts and then reinforce these concepts through problem solving. I usually start with a problem that requires knowledge of the subject, and lead the student through it. Over time, as the student becomes more familiar with the concept enough to solve problems him-/herself, I can remove myself from the equation. My hope is that through me my...
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...in the Pine Barrens to assessing fish populations has given me a practical edge that I bring to tutoring. I enjoy breaking down environmental science and ecology topics into digestible pieces, helping students see how these subjects play out in the world around them. Ecology is my favorite subject to tutor because it connects us to the subtle and intricate ways nature operates. I believe learning should be a conversation, not a lecture, and I...
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...writing (AP level, college level, and high school level). My teaching philosophy prioritizes the individual learning needs of each student, ensuring that complex concepts are presented in an accessible manner. I am dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable engaging with the material, asking questions, and providing feedback. My goal is to empower students to develop their skills and confidence, ultimately leading to academic success. I am also interested in continuing...
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...the belief that effective learning requires engagement and a two-way exchange. I emphasize the importance of understanding the foundational concepts in each subject, discouraging rote memorization. To achieve this, I encourage students to familiarize themselves with the topics in advance and bring forth any questions they may have. This proactive involvement enables me to structure my lessons to address their specific inquiries, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of Mathematics, Science, and English. Establishing a friendly rapport...
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...double majored in Applied Mathematics & Statistics and Biomedical Engineering. I love teaching Physics, and I have extensive experience tutoring Discrete Math and Real Analysis. I also served as a teaching fellow at Johns Hopkins University in Probability and Statistics, and later at Harvard University in Stochastic Processes. In addition, I completed a variety of foundational and applied computer science courses in college and applied these skills in various projects. I have been fluent in...
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...tutoring fellow classmates since I ran study sessions during my study hall in high school. While at Purdue University, I made extra money tutoring fellow classmates, as well as running weekly help sessions for a few biology courses. I finished at Purdue with majors in Ecology, Evolution, & Environmental Biology and also Philosophy. I received minors in Classical Studies and Wildlife. I am now working towards my master's in education, and I am substitute teaching...
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Experienced clinical exercise physiologist with over nine years in the medical field, with a current focus on Cardiac Rehabilitation. Currently enrolled in a dual graduate master's program at Campbell University, advancing skills in clinical research and physician assistant studies. Passionate about contributing to healthcare and science through a comprehensive understanding of clinical medicine. Committed to driving positive health outcomes through a unique blend of extensive expertise and ongoing education.
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I'm currently an undergrad at the University of Illinois at Chicago and studying biology and psychology. I'm a very enthusiastic, passionate, and kind individual who loves to meet new people and enjoys helping others out. I'm so excited to meet new people and experience new opportunities.
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...the most rewarding experiences for me. As a tutor, I am committed to empowering my students and supporting their academic and personal growth. I believe the foundation to successful tutoring to be a mutually trusting and accommodating relationship; thus, I am a firm believer of individualized lesson plans that play to the unique strengths and weaknesses of each student. With a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Emory University, I have a strong understanding of...
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...have two degrees in science and psychology and theology. I was a teacher for 20 years and taught a wide variety of subjects, and have always been an avid reader. I am really good at a lot of subjects because I love to learn, such as science, history, english, psychology, exc. I can tutor just about anything. I am excited to meet you and look forward to help you reach your goals!
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...curriculum and instruction. My teaching journey spans from middle school science to high school biology at the IB and AP levels, and I also provide professional development training for educators. With a background in molecular neuroscience and my current role as a high school biology teacher, I bring a deep understanding of complex scientific concepts to my tutoring sessions. I am passionate about using data-driven and inquiry-based approaches to create engaging and meaningful learning experiences....
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Science tutor experienced in helping students with college and high school level biology, geology, and writing content and testing strategies.
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...am passionate about science and teaching it to those that need help. I have experience tutoring all ages from kindergarten to college students. I approach each situation in a personalized manner and have experience with children who have issues focusing and learning disabilities. As far as subjects go, I enjoy tutoring most science to all students but I excel best in general science, biology and physical science for grades k-12. For college students or advanced...
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...ventured into acting and eventually landed in college advising - my true calling - after working for the Princeton Review for several years. The college admissions process utilizes the best of my combined experiences whether this means studying individual behavior and interests to build a trusting connection that leads to more accurate placement, coaching students to write high impact personal statements, or managing the process to ensure timely submissions of financial aid applications and scholarship...
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We worked on the student's Ecology review packet. We discussed the different bio-geochemical cycles, the biotic factors, and the abiotic factors for each cycle. Then we discussed the energy pyramids and how energy moves through the ecosystems. Because this is something that she has already seen in junior high, she feels very comfortable with the material.
The student had genetics homework on standard dominant/recessive traits. We worked through that, with me reviewing problems or topics as they came up. I worked on demonstrating when and how information can be gained by a phenotype and how to fill in the blanks with additional information from the problem. I covered this a couple different times with him and I think he has a better understanding of it now. We also did a worksheet on inheritance, which he was very quick to pick up on and seems to understand well.
Today the student had to complete a microbiology module. His assignment was to conduct a virtual experiment and observe the zone of inhibition of household cleaning agents and antibiotics using a petri dish and optic discs. The strains he used were staphylococcus aureus, streptococcus pneumoniae, and H. influenzae. He then had to compare the zones of inhibition to see which were more effective on which strains of bacteria, and measure the length of the zones. Overall, he gained a very good understanding of antimicrobial agents and their effects on bacteria. He also learned by watching a video the different classifications of bacteria (gram positive/negative, morphology, etc.)
We covered the structure and function of the ribosome. Specifically, the number and size of RNA and protein subunits found in bacteria and euks. We discussed two experiments which elucidated the size of these subunits and hinted at their function. Strong emphasis on data analysis and hypothesis creation.
It looks like our study tactics are paying dividends for the student. He got a an 87% on his cladogram test! We reviewed the classification slide show we went over 2 weeks ago. He seemed to retain most of the information. I also quizzed him on the questions he made for himself. We reviewed the parts of the cell, and also the macromolecules we went over last week. I recommend he spend more time reviewing his notes for the final, which is coming up in a month and a half. Good job!
In this session, we covered Punnett squares for codominance, incomplete dominance, and sex-linked traits. We started off by doing a brief overview on the difference between codominance and incomplete dominance and how to distinguish the two (i.e. incomplete dominance leads to a blended phenotype and codominance leads to demonstration of multiple phenotypes). We worked on a worksheet that the student was given in class, and then we spend a great deal of time going through practice problems, in which she had to make Punnett squares and then analyze genotypic and phenotypic ratios. I was very happy with her performance.
