Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...Summa cum laude with a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from UIC. I am currently applying to medical school, and am dedicated to fostering a growth mindset in my students. I have experience tutoring students at all grade levels in subjects including chemistry (including orgo 1&2!), physics, biology, biochemistry, psychology, and sociology up to AP/college level. I believe that every student can succeed with the right mindset, and I am committed to helping students get the...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...recent graduate of Vanderbilt University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Molecular and Cellular Biology and Medicine, Health, and Society with a minor in French. I tutor all four sections of the MCAT. I also have extensive English tutoring experience as I am a certified ESL teacher. I have taught English to refugees while in college, I tutor English online to children in China, and I will be teaching English in France during a...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...face their science courses, among other things. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Biology and Chemistry. My experience of preparing for the MCAT exam (and scoring in the 94th percentile) motivated me to help other students struggling to prepare for this Standardized Test. I am very passionate about learning and obtaining knowledge and believe it to be absolutely necessary in order to thrive in every aspect of your...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...science topics, from high school Biology courses to preparing for the ACT, SAT, or MCAT. This includes Biology, Psychology, Anatomy, Physiology, and more. I work with students to develop effective study methods that work best for the ways in which they learn. The key is to not only learn information, but to retain it. I also enjoy working with young students who may need help with reading, writing, science, and pre-algebra. My tutoring sessions will...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...undergraduate biology courses like Biology, Microbiology, Environmental Science, and Human Anatomy & Physiology. Additionally, I also teach for The Johns Hopkins University teaching graduate-level students in courses like Epigenetics, Advanced Cell Biology, and Genes and Disease. I have taught and tutored many biology courses such as genetics, cell biology, ecology, and immunology. Throughout undergrad and graduate school, I tutored many students at local high schools, colleges, etc. While I teach and tutor in a broad...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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PharmD graduate and current Masters of Science in Bioinformatics student with experience in supporting peers in science-related subjects (e.g. pharmacology, biology, biochemistry). Additionally, have worked with elementary-school aged children in reading, writing, and math.
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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I aspire to spread my knowledge and passion for math and sciences. These are subjects that I have thoroughly enjoyed throughout my academic career, and I am looking forward to helping those in need to not only perform better in their courses, but to also enjoy the material.... I will try to find their interest level in the subject and come up with a plan to help them. I will also figure out which concepts they...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...organic chemistry, general chemistry, and physiology. I received positive feedback as an undergraduate tutor at the University of Michigan in biochemistry and organic chemistry. I am passionate about working both with students who are struggling academically or those who simply want to gain a better grasp of challenging science concepts. I am also passionate about tutoring in the MCAT. I scored a 519 on the MCAT with strong science scores in particular (131 on Chem/...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...pursuing a degree in Biochemistry with a concentration in Biochemical Toxicology at Rutgers University. Through my own academic journey, I've experienced the challenges students face, which has fueled my passion for teaching. I have one-on-one tutoring experience and love teaching subjects like chemistry and math because, although they can be difficult at first, I enjoy making complex problems fun and accessible. I adapt my teaching methods based on each student's needs to ensure efficiency and...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...excited to be working with Varsity Tutors! I am currently a senior at Washington University in St Louis majoring in Economics and Biology. My long term goals are to attend medical school. I believe that my Science and Math background will make me an excellent tutor for those struggling in these courses. Furthermore I have taught and tutored students for the MCAT, making me an ideal tutor for those struggling to master the content.
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...I am a graduate from the University of California, with a major in Economics and on the pre-med track. I am applying to medical school and hoping to be a doctor in the near future. I tutor a variety of subjects, from math to science! Outside of academia, I enjoy spending time outside, traveling, and hanging out with friends and family. I love helping students achieve their goals and I'm excited to work with you!
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...and laboratory courses, including biochemistry, general chemistry, and organic chemistry. Through these experiences, I have taught, assessed, and tutored students of all levels and am very familiar with the common and not-so-common challenges they face. More importantly, I have strategies for helping students past their obstacles. There are often useful tips and tricks to help students manage difficult material with greater ease. Above all, I value creating a comfortable environment where even a timid student...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...that I am passionate about helping others develop their individual learning styles in order to both master challenging content and refine their studying techniques to be most personally effective. I have excelled in challenging college courses, including Organic Chemistry, Physics, and Human Anatomy, as well as on the MCAT, and I am excited to apply what I have learned in my own experiences to help others do the same. Outside of school, I am passionate...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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Hi everyone! My name is Katie and I am a Math and Science tutor. I just graduated from college at William and Mary, and am really excited to start tutoring through Varsity Tutors. I am pre-med and graduated as a Biology major with a Chemistry minor, and have had 2+ years of experience tutoring throughout college. I've enjoyed connecting with people through tutoring, and can't wait to start this journey with you!
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...year Biochemistry major at the University of Virginia. My overall and science GPAs are both 3.98. I've recently taken my MCAT, and I scored in the 99th percentile. After graduation, I am attending medical school next year. I love all the sciences, but I have the most experience in chemistry, biology, and physics. I've taken courses in general chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, physics, physical chemistry, etc. I want to help students not...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...Ifechukwude Obuaya but everyone calls me Chude. I have an undergraduate in Biology and two postgraduate degrees in Biomedical Science. I have been tutoring for 6 years and am passionate about helping students achieve their goals. I want to inspire students to realise that the skills they attain in studying are transferable in every area of their lives. I don't just want to assist students in passing tests but give them the platform to succeed...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...University in Actuarial Science. I tutor a broad range of subject areas mostly in the math and sciences. I believe that relating the material back to concepts that are relevant to our daily lives is the best way to learn. I have had extensive tutoring experience in the areas of calculus, statistics, SAT, ACT and SAT subject tests in chemistry, mathematics and literature, GRE quantitative and the MCAT. And my mantra is practice practice practice!...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...have the most fun figuring out stoichiometry, metabolic reactions, neurotransmitters and more in prepping for college exams. I love the quote, "Amateurs can teach other amateurs." While I may teach you something, I firmly believe that you will teach me something too. Education brings me such joy and meaning to life as working through complex problems together remain memorable experiences. I aim to extend my appreciation for learning and growth to all my students.
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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My name is Zosia Caes and I am recent graduate of Yale University. After an intensive application cycle and four years of college, I hope to be able to impart to others the wisdom I have learned. I have four years of freelance tutoring experience in college admissions and the MCAT. Overall, tutoring is a way that I...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...am here to help you overcome them! Ready to tackle the MCAT with confidence? In our sessions, you'll gain personalized strategies, tailored study plans, and the skills to approach each section effectively. With my experience and a structured plan, you'll feel more prepared and less stressed on test day. Let's work together to reach your target score and turn your medical school dreams into reality. Book your first lesson, and let's get started on this...
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MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutoring FAQ
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.
Varsity Tutors helps you select a compatible tutor, who will work to blend MCAT tutoring seamlessly with your busy schedule. Tutors can work to accommodate your preferences for meeting times, and may be available for either in person or face-to-face online sessions. They offer the flexibility of weekend and evening options, allowing them to work with your busy schedule. Starting with an assessment of your skills and weak areas, they will fine-tune each lesson as you acquire more knowledge. The assignments, practice tests, and even homework might seem tedious at first, but it is all to help you gain the understanding you need to maximize your chances of scoring well on the exam. If it's more convenient to meet in school or a library, your tutor will honor that, or they will accommodate you if you find it easier to work together in the comfort of your home.
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.
