Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...a way that feels intuitive and sustainable for THEM. Beyond academics, I enjoy staying active through hiking, running, indoor rock climbing, weightlifting, and playing tennis. I believe that balance is key to success, and I encourage my students to develop learning habits that align with their lifestyles. Tutoring is more than just teachingit's about empowering others to overcome challenges and grow in confidence, and I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of that...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...safety, but maintaining healthy social dynamics and enthusiasm. This position understandably required exceptional responsibility and preparation, and I met these requirements without incident. Previously I have held two positions in education. In the Grinnell in Prison Program I first tutored two teenagers who had suffered mental and emotional trauma, and later taught two semester-long classes with self-composed curricula to inmates at a local correctional facility. With ambitious subjects, namely Cell Structure and Ancient Greek Humanities,...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...medical student at the University of Arizona College of Medicine with undergraduate degrees from Washington and Lee in chemical engineering and anthropology. I have extensive experience in tutoring and teaching since 2010, and am ready to help you with your learning needs! I focus on standardized testing (SAT/ACT) and also tutor in a wide range of math, English, and Spanish classes. In my free time, I like to run, do CrossFit, volunteer, and watch TV!
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...educator with a Master's in Education and a Bachelor's in Neuroscience from the University of Notre Dame, I have over 5 years of tutoring and teaching experience, specializing in ESL and ELL instruction, as well as Math, Science, Reading, and Standardized Testing. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive learning environment where each student feels valued and engaged. I believe that connecting content to students' interests and experiences enhances their understanding and motivation. I...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where I majored in molecuar and cellular biology with a minor in chemistry. During that time, I also tutored fellow peers and underclassmen in organic chemistry, anatomy and physiology, and biology. Post-graduation, I worked for another tutoring company that focused on ACT/SAT preparation. All of my students scored in the 95th percentile or higher. I'm a second year MAMS student at Boston University School of Medicine. I'm currently working in a...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...tutor in New York City, where I primarily work with students preparing for the MCAT. I began tutoring over 8 years ago, and I've since taught a number of subjects across student ages ranging from middle school to post-graduate levels, mostly focusing on STEM subjects such as math, chemistry, physics, and engineering. I have discovered that teaching is a passion of mine, and plan on going into academic medicine in the future so I can...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...current senior at Wellesley College majoring in neuroscience. I have extensive experience tutoring students ranging from 1st grade to college. In college, I was selected by professors as the only one-on-one Neuroscience Department tutor for college students. I was also a teaching assistant for a psychology statistics course. I also volunteered as a counselor for after-school programs in the Boston area for 5th-8th grade children. I tutored students one-on-one in math and reading, and I...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...valedictorian of my high school, then graduated from Duke University with a bachelor's in Neuroscience, and have just recently graduated from Johns Hopkins University with a master's in Biotechnology. I have worked as a research technologist at Johns Hopkins Medicine and I am now a medical student at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. I have thirteen years of tutoring experience, in subjects ranging from math, test prep, Spanish, and violin. I train in martial arts...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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A recent WashU graduate, I am currently in my gap year while I apply to medical school. During my time in undergrad, I studied philosophy and biology; ultimately, I want to engage with human life and the human condition.
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. For the last 21 years, it has been my privilege to work for my patients as a Family Medicine Physician. Though I love being a physician more than any profession under the sun, the passion to serve those I care about has culminated in something better, and very unexpected: ADHD Coaching. Of all aspects of being a physician, the most singular worthwhile experiences were those of seeing the...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...college, specifically tutoring in chemistry. I took the MCAT and GRE prior to going to PA school. I also passed the PANCE in September. I am comfortable tutoring a variety of subjects, but my favorite is clinical medicine because I find it so interesting. In my free time, I like to read mysteries, watch Netflix, cook delicious food, drink coffee, travel, go on walks, work out, snuggle with my pets, and spend time with my...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...is Asaad and I was born in Brooklyn, NY. My parents migrated from a different country and were not able to use their education to their fullest extent in America, which is why understand the importance of a quality education. I enjoy learning new material and taking tests. I hoped to pass this on to my students and help them to succeed. I have experience working as tutor in college and I find it fulfilling...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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I am a recent graduate from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in cognitive neuroscience. I have been accepted to medical school and will be starting next fall. In other words, I've had my share of standardized testing. I hope to make life easier for students struggling to overcome these hurdles, and maybe spark some enjoyment of learning along the way!
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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I recently graduated from Johns Hopkins University and am currently taking a gap year as I apply to medical school. I took the MCAT in August 2019 and scored in the 98th percentile. I am happy to help with test preparation strategies and study plans, as well as content-specific questions and more!
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...taught college level courses as an assistant professor! For me, tutoring allows me to spread knowledge of the topics I love. As a tutor I am hoping to share my love for science with future students and help them achieve their goals; whether that be acceptance into college, medical school or simply self improvement! Currently, I focus my tutoring on MCAT test preparation and Environmental Science & Engineering; my two main passions! I look forward...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...University of Virginia graduate with a Bachelors of Arts in Foreign Affairs. Since graduating I have completed a Post-Baccalaureate program in Pre-Medicine, served as an instructor for both College Level Human Anatomy and Human Physiology courses and worked as a Research Assistant in a Cardiovascular Physiology laboratory. I will enter medical school in the Fall of 2015. While I tutor a broad range of science courses, I most enjoy teaching Human Physiology, Biology, and Organic...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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I just graduated from William and Mary, and I am going to be attending Georgetown Medical School in the fall! I absolutely love science and try to translate that passion into my tutoring. I tutor elementary through college math and science and can also help out with MCAT and ACT test prep. I believe in finding ways of presenting material that fit each student's learning style and making math and science fun.
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...sciences. I employ a structured "I do, we do, you do" methodology to build student confidence, allowing them to grasp complex concepts through observation and practice. My extensive research background in microbiology and applied behavioral health experience enables me to provide real-world examples that make challenging topics more relatable. I am dedicated to fostering an encouraging learning environment where students can overcome misconceptions and focus on key ideas essential for their success.
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...While I tutor a wide variety of subjects, I am most passionate about biology, chemistry, and test preparation because I enjoy breaking down complex material and helping students see how it connects to the real world. In my experience, students make the most progress when they feel supported, so I emphasize patience, clarity, and encouragement in every session. I believe education is a powerful tool for growth and opportunity, and I strive to help each...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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Senior medical student and dad. I have tutored professionally since 2017. I plan to become an ophthalmologist (eyeball surgery stuff). I love helping students crush their MCAT or USMLE exams, especially students, like myself, who once believed they could not be skilled test-takers. I happily teach any student who could use a helpful and experienced hand with chemistry, physics, biology, etc.
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The Physical Sciences section of the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) involves questions covering general chemistry and general physics. With such a broad range of topics, it is important for you to have a comprehensive prep process that hits each and every concept. Furthermore, spending significant amounts of time with practice questions and exams can help develop your problem-solving and critical reasoning skills, which are crucial for success on this section of the exam. The available MCAT Physical Sciences instructors have all scored highly on this portion of the test, and they are motivated and passionate about helping you master the material relevant to this section. There's no reason to go it alone when preparing, as there are skilled professionals who can show you the way without any guesswork at all.
Varsity Tutors can connect you with the best MCAT Physical Sciences tutors, who are available to go over practice questions and exams, to work through notes or MCAT prep books, to discuss overall study strategies and testing techniques for this portion, and to spend extra time on particular subjects you may be struggling with. With MCAT Physical Sciences tutoring, you can also receive help understanding all the major relevant topics in general chemistry, including periodic trends, intermolecular forces, oxidation-reduction chemistry, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, nuclear chemistry, reaction kinetics and equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, and electrochemistry. Additionally, tutors are available to review and discuss general physics topics. Instructors have helped students gain confidence in linear motion and free-fall, forces, momentum, work, energy, harmonics, wave characteristics, electrostatics, magnetism, quantum principles, circuit elements, and optics. Aside from reviewing content, tutors are also dedicated to continuously developing your problem-solving skills and ensuring that you understand questions answered incorrectly on practice exams and question sets.
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Adequately preparing for the MCAT Physical Sciences section requires studying the course content and practicing with the test format. This section includes 52 questions, and you have 70 minutes to complete the entire set. Many questions are based on passages, and there are also several stand-alone questions that call on your existing knowledge, rather than a series of background details. Your final score is based on how many questions you get right; it is possible to skip questions or guess the answers, but sufficient practice and preparation should enable you to answer the problems confidently. Your MCAT Physical Sciences tutor will also discuss the formulas and equations you'll need to memorize, plus the material related to reaction chemistry, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, and more. Although a periodic table of elements is provided during the exam, you should be familiar with the common elements and their basic properties.
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Recent MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutoring Session Notes
Reviewed concepts in physics and chemistry. Reviewed concepts of kinematics including vectors and equations for linear motion. Completed high yield problems in linear motion. Reviewed practice problems on bonding and chemical interactions
The student and I discussed physics problems including torque, equilibrium, force vectors, electricity, and magnetism. The student made some minor errors due to misreading, miscalculating, or not understanding the questions properly.
We briefly discussed the test as a whole, then switched focus to physics. We started with kinematics, covering scalars/vectors, motion, falling bodies, and projectiles.
Per the schedule that the student and I worked out she is working on physical sciences until next Thursday. We spent this session answering some questions that she had about torque and center of gravity. After covering those topics we spent the last hour of the session working through verbal passages.
Today we went through the physical sciences section of a practice MCAT that the student took last week. We went through how hydrogen bonding affects melting point and properties of waves. Her verbal reasoning and biological sciences scores were up on this test so I'm really excited!
The student and I reviewed acids and bases (general chemistry) as well as periodic motion (physics). We went over a number of concepts and formulas, and then practiced applying these topics to discreet questions and some passage-based questions. Although I'd initially planned to cover sound today too, it seemed like we'd already covered more than enough content for one afternoon. Since both of these topics are topics that the student didn't feel confident in, I assigned two topical tests and a number of exam questions for her to practice on throughout the next week.
