Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...am passionate about tutoring because I love to work with students to help them achieve their goals and prosper. I am lucky that academics have come pretty naturally to me, so I want to share some of the tips and tricks that have helped me with other students. I have five years of experience tutoring middle school students, and I have also taught 1st graders in the past. I usually tutor math ranging from elementary...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...year medical student at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, with a Bachelors in Neuroscience from WashU, with over 10 years of tutoring experience. I have tutored students in middle and high school science, math, and english classes and have tutored college students in calculus classes. I am also a college and pre-med advisor, and have successfully advised over 15 students in their medical school journey. I am passionate about working one on one with motivated...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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Hello, my name is Justin Quintana. I am a graduate from the University of New Mexico with a Bachelors Degree in psychology and chemistry and finished with summa cum laude honors. I am an aspiring physician and I also enjoy helping other people learn.
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...I also specialize in biology-focused coursework and exam preparation, including AP Biology, SAT Biology, and introductory college-level biology. In addition, I support students through the college and medical school admissions process, and many of my students have successfully matriculated into competitive programs. My teaching approach focuses on creating a supportive and structured learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, breaking down complex ideas, and building strong reasoning skills. I am particularly passionate about guiding...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...medical student at a U.S. MD program with plans to pursue a career in cardiology. I am passionate about working with learners and helping them reach their academic goals. My strengths include standardized test preparation for the ACT, MCAT, and USMLE Step 1 and Step 2, as well as core subjects such as medicine, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, biology, chemistry, biochemistry, physics, psychology, etc. In addition, I have extensive experience helping students craft compelling essays for...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...years to work in research at the Rockefeller University. There I was able to participate at the RockU initiative, where I was able to teach high school students about neuroanatomy, neurobiology and neurodegenerative diseases for an entire Summer. During those years, I also tutored middle school to college students in a diverse set of subjects including math, biology, general and organic chemistry, and physics. I love to teach, and now as I am starting my...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...in them to explore subjects areas that they may not have considered to be their strength. Patience is one of my key attributes as an individual, and this translates perfectly to my role as a tutor. I will not give my students the answers to their questions right away. Instead, I will guide them along the right path so they can arrive at the correct answer by themselves. Giving away answers robs students of their...
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...fun experience to learning that helps you better absorb the information. I have obtained a doctorate in psychology, which allows me to easily adapt to your learning style and adapt quickly when need be. I am also a published author who is currently working on two books. I have taught and proctored for over 20 years and nothing makes me happier than when I see that a student has grasped a new concept.
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...for science courses, including biology, chemistry, biochemistry, organic chemistry, anatomy/physiology, and more, as these are the subjects that I am most passionate about. Considering that I am still a student myself, a strong skill of mine is connecting with my students and breaking down complicated subjects in a way that they can understand. In my spare time, I enjoy watching and playing sports, reading, playing video games, and working out at a local gym.
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...clients in subjects such as physiology, Biology, and MCAT prep. I was lucky to learn how to make learning about biology, chemistry, and physics a little more engaging than just memorizing a text book. I'd love to share my passion for science and success with you! I taught undergraduate biology courses at Boston University. In addition, I was a teaching assistant for biology and organic chemistry during my undergraduate career at Elon University. I am...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...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 only gain an understanding of their course/exam material but also develop an appreciation for it. As a student, I realize how stressful it can be to prepare for exams. My goal is for...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...am a graduate student and have been tutoring for over 10 years now. I am passionate about sharing my personal academic journey and the strategies I learned over the years to get straight A's. My interests include Psychology and Philosophy, as these were my undergraduate majors. I am also passionate about Anatomy and Physiology, Pathophysiology, and Pharmacology, which is what I am studying now as a Graduate student. I enjoy teaching creative writing, so if...
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...college yet as well as helping with the transition from small community college to huge university settings. At UW, I thought about how much harder it would have been from community college, but honestly, it was not that much more difficult. During my undergraduate career, I partook in activities such as the UW dream project where we mentored high school children that came from low economic backgrounds, undergraduate research, and some Vietnamese based volunteer work....
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...style and challenges, creating a supportive and engaging environment where they feel empowered to explore and excel. I believe that with the right guidance and encouragement, every student can achieve their fullest potential, and I'm dedicated to being that guiding light in their academic adventure. I specialize in College Level Chemistry, Biology and Biochemistry but can assist in other science related courses. I also specialize in preparing students for the MCAT with content and test...
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...mentor for elementary school girls. I was pre-med, so I am most passionate about teaching chemistry and biology and helping students to prep for the MCAT. I also enjoy helping students prep for other standardized tests such as the ACT and the SAT. My teaching philosophy is to not only answer students' questions, but also to help them understand topics at a conceptual level so that they can solve any problem that comes their way....
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...I've been tutoring since high school in a variety of math and science topics, in addition to test prep for the SAT, ACT, and MCAT exam for medical school admissions. While earning my biomedical engineering degree in college, I tutored through three distinct tutoring services on campus, from the general population of students, to the student-athletes, to the academically and financially challenged students in the Educational Opportunity Program. I like to challenge my students by...
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...just need some help and direction to assist them with their goals. I am a patient, and compassionate teacher/tutor who understands learning is not one size fits. I have more than thirteen years of teaching in higher education. I have completed continuing education in inclusive pedagogy and enjoy working with all types of students. In my free time, I enjoy reading, listening to podcasts, walking/hiking, playing with my dog, gardening, working on my aquariums, and...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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I am a patient and results-focused tutor with experience teaching Maths, Physics, Chemistry, and Engineering at GCSE, A level, and early university level. I focus on building strong foundations, clear exam technique, and student confidence. My lessons are structured, friendly, and adapted to each student's learning style, with plenty of worked examples and exam-style practice. I aim not just to help students improve grades, but to truly understand the subject and enjoy learning.
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...material. After completing my Bachelors in Biology at OSU and then Master's of Science in Physiology at Georgetown University, I tackled the MCAT by applying the same skills that I had used to help others succeed. Now, I'm in a position to impart these skills and habits to students that are in the same position I was. My methods are centered on content review, reinforcing fundamentals, test-taking strategies, and forming good study habits. It is...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor
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...I enjoyed tutoring children through a program called the Detroit Education Society, where I developed a passion for teaching the underserved, helping to bridge the education gaps between communities. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math, Science, and English. I focus on teaching the fundamentals and inspiring students to love what they learn. In my spare time, I enjoy playing basketball, reading books, and hanging out with my...
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The Biological Sciences section of the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is an extremely important portion of the exam. Admissions committees place tremendous weight on this section, as it directly reflects an applicant's knowledge of the material most relevant to the study of medicine. Preparing for this portion of the test often requires a significant time commitment and a structured approach to ensure that every topic is covered in sufficient detail. MCAT Biological Sciences tutoring serves to not only help students craft an overall study strategy, but also to work through review materials, cover challenging topics, and review practice questions and exams.
Each MCAT Biological Sciences tutor has scored exceptionally well on this section of the MCAT, and many are outstanding students at the nation's leading medical schools. The scope of the MCAT Biological Sciences section covers the entire spectrum of the field of life sciences and organic study. MCAT tutors are knowledgeable in all aspects of introductory biology and organic chemistry, and can dictate the depth to which your lessons cover relevant material, helping you avoid the pitfall of studying the wrong concepts in too much detail. Your tutor has helped students with topics like molecular biology, metabolism, DNA and protein synthesis, microbiology, genetics, cellular biology, physiology, and evolution.
Aside from biology content, your tutor is also available to aid you in reviewing the many challenging organic chemistry subjects covered on this section of the MCAT, such as stereochemistry, covalent bonds, spectroscopy, molecular structure, reactions with all major organic compound classes, and the basic biochemistry of macromolecules. No matter what area you struggle with, your MCAT Biological Sciences tutor can help. Not only do these tutors bring extraordinary depth and breadth of knowledge to their lessons, they have demonstrated apt communication skills when discussing complex topics. They can cover any topics, and account for your pace and learning style, enabling you to fill any gaps in understanding and more adequately prepare in advance of the exam.
In addition, tutors are flexible in scheduling meetings with you whenever and wherever works best for you. Work together at home or in a library; face-to-face online sessions can supplement your efforts if your scheduling is complex. Furthermore, meetings can take place as frequently as you need, allowing increased review if you feel nervous or unprepared as the test date grows near. This is a much more adaptable approach than a classroom-based preparatory program, which has to cover a set syllabus for a large number of people within a specific amount of time. If you start with your tutor well in advance, there will be plenty of time to go over the material you are least familiar with. Your tutor can also assess your abilities from the beginning, and will track your progress to fine-tune the lessons along the way. They'll quickly see how you are doing by assessing the results of practice exercises, assignments, and homework. Your MCAT Biological Sciences tutor is a skilled instructor with experience in both taking the test and in teaching it.
The Biological Sciences section, or more specifically, Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems, consists of 59 multiple-choice questions. You are given 95 minutes to answer all of these. Knowing all of your facts about organic and inorganic chemistry, basic biology, and biochemistry, therefore, is extremely important. Preparing for this section requires special attention because of the technical nature of the material, in contrast to the Chemical and Physical Foundations, Behavioral, and Critical Analysis and Reasoning sections of the MCAT. Contact one of Varsity Tutors' educational directors today to learn more about how connecting with a private MCAT Biological Sciences tutor can help you fully prepare for this important section of the exam.
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Recent MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutoring Session Notes
We began the session with questions the student had come across in her studying about enzyme kinetics. After she felt that she understood, we worked through practice biological passages for the rest of the session.
Today we went through some passages in the biology section of MCAT 11, we looked at the physical sciences section of that test last week. Of the problems we went through (about 29) she only got 9 wrong (compared to the 19 that she originally got wrong when she took this test last summer). I gave her very minimal guidance on this and we were thrilled with her results. Also, she is taking another practice test on her own. She has only finished the physical sciences section but scored 1 point better on it! It is the first time she has gotten that high in physical sciences. Very happy!
We reviewed the different types of isomers in organic chemistry, and then we were planning on going over some physics, but there was a mix-up and the student had already covered the physics material, we were meant to go over.
This session we reviewed the basics of organic chemistry: nomenclature, lab techniques, bonding, etc. We also began to review the important reactions for specific subsets of molecules. Today we looked at alkanes and alkenes. Tomorrow we will continue to review important reactions and spectra analysis of organic compounds.
We reviewed some of the practice biological sciences passages in her textbook and reviewed some content for cellular metabolism as well. The student is going to get a content review book to couple with practice problems for preparation.
We discussed enzyme kinetics and a few weak points in biology, including evolution. We also mentioned gene therapy and the nervous system. Later in the session, we went over a few aspects of mechanics, notably torque and collisions. The science continues to go well - the student has recorded a number of practice tests in which she received scores that are within the bounds she's trying to reach. The verbal section is the remaining sticking point.
