...math based classes, with a heavy focus on chemistry, biology, and pre-calculus. Every student should have a chance to understand and succeed at an academic level, and I am here to help reach that goal. Throughout my academic years, I have become extremely fond of biology, specifically human biology, chemistry, oil painting, and drawing. I hope to help students find their passions in the academic world, and develop the skill of curiosity.
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I am an undergraduate student at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio studying Biology on the Pre-Medical track. I struggled in my first months of college learning how to learn, and I want to help other students overcome the challenges that I had. I am especially passionate about teaching biology, specifically because of my love for medicine and helping others.
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My goal as a tutor is to encourage students to do their best. I will provide my skills of relating difficult concepts to students to improve their academic performance. I have taught all subjects in 4th grade as well as 7th and 8th grade science.
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...personalized instruction tailored to each student's learning style and academic needs. I have worked with students across various levels, from middle school to college, helping them develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of complex concepts. My approach to tutoring is centered on clarity, engagement, and adaptability. I strive to create an encouraging learning environment where students feel confident tackling challenges. I take pride in breaking down difficult topics into structured, comprehensible lessons that promote...
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...in the elementary music program. I have taught microbiology labs at Texas State as an instructional assistant and will be teaching freshman anatomy at the university of Indianapolis this year. These experiences have given me an appreciation and love of teaching. They have also taught me techniques for getting through to students who may not immediately grasp concepts. I think that the skills gained from these experiences make me a good tutor.... I have always enjoyed...
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...everyone! My name is Brian and I am a 4th year medical student in Florida. Looking to pass on some of the knowledge I've gained over the years and help the next generation of students to crush their exams! I can help with anything science and math grades K-12, College Level and beyond! Looking forward to meeting you! Qualifications: Bachelors in Biology Masters in Biomedical Sciences Masters in Business Administration Current Medical Student (expected graduation...
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...4 years of classroom teaching experience, I have honed my ability to adapt to diverse learning styles, ensuring each student receives personalized and impactful instruction tailored to their needs. My true passion lies in teaching biology, where I inspire curiosity and critical thinking by connecting complex concepts to the wonders of the natural world. I believe that learning should be both interactive and relatable, which is why I use real-world examples and engaging activities to...
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...build a local tutoring service with a friend. Even though that tutoring service is no longer operational, I continued to tutor students throughout my time at Columbia. As a tutor, I understand that each student is unique. Instead of doing to same routine, I like to develop a tutoring strategy that caters to each students' strengths and learning styles. I like to incorporate a diverse group to learning modes including written work, active discussion, real...
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...including Algebra, Chemistry, AP English, and Physics. My approach to teaching is centered on fostering a supportive environment where students feel empowered to ask questions and explore new concepts. I take immense pride in witnessing my students' growth and success, which continually inspires me to enhance my teaching methods. Currently, I am dedicated to helping students not only grasp challenging material but also develop essential skills for lifelong learning. In my free time, I enjoy...
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I am a graduate of Roger Williams University, where I worked for four years as a writing tutor. In addition to tutoring writing, I have tutored young children in math and other subjects. My goal is to teach your child skills that will help them be able to solve problems independently and learn to love reading.... I would try to show examples, and also try doing different problems to help the student understand the concept(s).... My...
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...can. Most tutors were unable to help me while I was in college, so I want to be a resource for those that would otherwise be out of luck. I graduated from ASU with a degree in Microbiology. While getting my degree I was able to lead students as a TA. The subjects in which I'm proficient include: Biology (Genetics, Microbiology, Evolutionary Biology, Bacterial Physiology, Immunology, Biology of Microorganisms, and Molecular Biology), Mathematics (Algebra I...
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...person who works well with individuals of any age in order to provide a learning style unique to the individual's needs. I have a passion for Science and Medicine, but also love Math and English. I have taken high level courses such as AP and honors classes in Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, English, and Math throughout my academic years. I have tutored a wide range of age groups including middle school siblings, high school family friends,...
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...as well as Spanish at the Ordinary level and so I mainly tutor Biology, Spanish and Chemistry. During my high school years, I often tutored and assisted my peers and younger sibling with whatever subjects they needed help with. Since I am fairly young, I believe that my tutoring style is more relatable to students younger or the same age as me. Personally, I love Biology and every time I learn something, I become more...
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...and school districts as well as working for a medical magazine as a medical writer and editor. As a devoted tutor, teacher, and lifelong learner, I am always eager to work with students ranging from 1st grade to 12th grade in fostering a strong core education. I firmly believe that learning is a pathway for students and educators to improve and strengthen their skill sets regardless of difficulty and rigor. Upholding the notion of consistent...
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...near future. As for experience, I've been privately tutoring South Korean exchange students since 2009. Primarily, I have edited college admissions essays, and taught high-school level biology as well as English grammar and composition. I enjoy finding efficient ways to master taking standardized exams, as I understand how daunting such high-stakes exams can be to students. It brings me great joy and fulfillment to witness progress and a growing confidence in students. I would be...
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...and genetics. I pursued laboratory opportunities and began building the skills needed to get involved in genetic engineering projects while completing my BS in molecular biology at Loyola University Chicago. After my undergraduate career, I stayed on at Loyola in order to pursue an opportunity in a molecular biology lab studying bacterial viruses (phage). I went on to complete my MS in biology having written my thesis on experiments wherein I genetically modified phage populations....
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...on a project investigating the molecular basis for the induction of Multiple Sclerosis and other autoimmune diseases. I am currently at the University of Rochester researching ways to increase the efficacy of cancer immunotherapies, and I will begin medical school here at the U of R in August of 2020. Over the course of my time in the lab, I have authored three papers, with another in preparation for submission. While at Brown, I spent...
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...up to the undergraduate level, chemistry up to the the high school level, and English and language arts up to the college level. Now to the background specifics! I've tutored students both online and in-person for ACT in one-on-one and small group settings, offering tailored sessions that best fit my students. In the classroom, I've worked as a partner through my undergraduate university, Tulane University, to tutor students at public and charter schools in the...
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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.
