...Biological Sciences (Animal Physiology and Behavior) and Political Sciences with a certificate in Civic Education. Since graduating, I have started working with the Denver Math Fellows helping close the opportunity gap for high need students by providing small group math instruction. I find the most excitement in tutoring middle school math and science, Algebra I, and General Biology. I find that for most students what makes any subject hard is being unable to use what...
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...variety of interactive and interesting methods. My favorite thing about tutoring is helping people understand why what they are learning is important. Once you know why you learn something you are much more inclined to focus and challenge yourself with it. I believe education is vital in the world today but more importantly having a desire and wanting to learn is significantly more important. I make it my goal to encourage students to become independent...
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I am an extremely organized tutor and homeschool educator with experience teaching Pre-K through 8th Grade students. I possess a tenacious attitude and am able to see the potential in every student. I have a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Southern New Hampshire University and a professional background in medical assisting and medical coordination.
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...take pride in knowing. They are the study of the world around us and how it works to the most minute detail. That fascinates me. So much so that I achieved a Bachelor of Science Degree in chemistry. It is my goal to put this same kind of passion, drive and excitement in all those around me. I hope that I will one day nerd out on math and science with all my students!... Learning is...
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...studies because I do not want a class or two that do not comply with their academic strengths to possibly obstruct their path on the way to fulfilling their dreams. I have worked with students on a personal level as an on-call tutor, in a group setting as part of group of tutors assisting students, and on a professional level serving as their laboratory instructor. The highlight of each of these experiences was seeing the...
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...that best fit the learning styles of every student I tutor. I am a passionate and energetic graduate student with extensive background in life sciences and have years of teaching experience. I am a great communicator that is also patient and creative. I feel these skills enable me to work with students and effectively improve their knowledge and understanding of the material they may struggle with. I received my B.S. from Emory University in Neuroscience...
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...Science. I then graduated from Parkland College with an Associate in Applied Science in Veterinary Technology. I am currently a graduate student, getting my Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy with a Specialization in Child and Adolescent Family Therapy. I am dedicated to helping in any way I can. I have been a CVT for 15 years, working in an ER for 11 of those years. It was an exciting experience and I...
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...Biology from Sarah Lawrence College. I also have a Certificate of Advanced Study from The College of St. Rose, where I studied Adolescent Education. I currently work as a research scientist but tutor students because I enjoy teaching. I especially love working with students one-on-one. I currently tutor Biology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, and general science. I have loved Biology since I was in High School and especially love Microbiology because it is completely fascinating. My...
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...on the pre-medical track. I also completed post-baccalaureate coursework in the upper-level sciences at American University during the past year. Although I was passionate about studying to be a doctor during my academic career, I recently decided that I instead want to pursue a law degree. As a tutor, I strive to be relatable and animated (funny, when possible) with my students, and I draw from my experience teaching an SAT prep course in order...
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...from Columbia University in New York City in 2014 with a double major in Biology and Dance. He was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa society in his senior year and received departmental honors. Dan spent time prior to medical school tutoring students extensively for the MCAT as well as various high school and college science and math courses ultimately helping students achieve their full potential. Dan then matriculated at Columbia College of Physicians and...
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...doctorate in Biochemistry and Molecular and Cellular Biology. I enjoy sharing my knowledge of biology and biochemistry, and I can also tutor chemistry as well. I have one year of chemistry tutoring experience at the University of Arizona. I have worked with instructors, graded exams, assignments, and lab reports. I bring an understanding of what professors want to emphasize and test, and what exam graders look for. I have been a teaching assistant at the...
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...in Oklahoma. I attended East Central University and received a degree in Biology. I have been trained to work with students in various programs including: Pre-AP, Cosmos (focusing on the students that wish to go into medical professions), GT, and other trainings for curriculum development and the teaching processes. I have trained other teachers in an online program called Quizlet. I am familiar with a couple of other such programs as well.
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...have over 2 years of tutoring experience in subjects such as AP Biology, Cell Biology, and Genetics. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment where students can confidently tackle challenging concepts. I utilize clear explanations, real-world examples, and personalized study strategies to make biology both understandable and enjoyable. I am passionate about inspiring students to develop a curiosity for the life sciences, and I strive to empower them to achieve...
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...minor in toxicology. Throughout my time at Nazareth I have gained diverse tutoring experience. I was a tutor and mentor in the Partners for Learning program, in which I worked with students ranging from kindergarten to sixth grade in the Rochester City School District. I also tutored english for international students through the Center for International Education with an emphasis on grammar, writing, and presentation making. I tutored both biology and anatomy and physiology courses...
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...and education. When tutoring, I believe that 'diagnosing' a student's weakness is essential to building a strong foundation. It is my motto to work hard and give nothing less than my very best. It brings joy to me and the thrill of seeing a student improve with my help drives my compassion and love for teaching. Teaching not only excites me but has become a part of me that I am dedicated to and passionate...
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...to a variety of student and patient populations, I have been able to strengthen my teaching, communication, and technical skills, all critical to strong performance in being both a tutor and a physician. Now as a third year medical resident, I take great pleasure in teaching my medical students in variety of medial pathologies and diagnoses. Teaching is an essential skill I will need in my career going forward whether it be teaching medical students...
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...best to provide a positive, fun, engaging experience for students which focuses on their potential to succeed by showing them how much they have already accomplished to give them confidence to tackle new obstacles. Though my passion is biology and I tutor all levels, I am also skilled at English and writing and love to edit and help craft essays. I am also certified to tutor the ACT. When I am not tutoring, I am...
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I have a BS in Biology, and a PhD in Plant Science. My area of research is in plant genetics. I have taught courses in Plant Biology and Genetics at the college and university-level at a range of institutions. I am available for individual tutoring in all levels and areas of biological sciences.... My teaching philosophy is based on active learning. I like to have students actively engaged in their learning. I also like to show...
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...student is lacking or what the student is not understanding and then form a game plan to better fit the students’ needs and explain it back to them. I use a wide variety of teaching tools like visual diagrams and lectures on a white board or computer screen, designing my own practice tests, memorization skills using mnemonics and note taking, and just simply teaching a student new study tools. In my spare time, I enjoy...
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...Environmental Science and Italian for my Bachelors degree. I have been teaching formally for 25 years. I have 16 years of face-to-face experience with middle school students and four years of experience with elementary school students. I have also taught English online for 4.5 years. I am passionate about languages, science and history. I love teaching and learning language. I have studied many languages including Italian, Spanish, French, Chinese and Russian. I am a natural...
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Recent General Biology Tutoring Session Notes
This session was mostly a review of the worksheet given by his teacher for the test. The student has really absorbed the material I've been teaching him and is much better at reading the problem carefully and knowing when to use what genotypes/phenotypes as are necessary to the problem. He was very comfortable doing almost all of the worksheet. The only thing I suggested he study more was the difference between incomplete dominance and co-dominance. In relation I suggest to study how it affects resultant phenotypes, as it's easily confused between the two. If he can study and clear up that part, he should be in great shape for his test.
Today the student and I reviewed the female reproductive cycle (with emphasis on the hormones involved), gametogenesis, and action potentials in nerve cells. We went over how she studied for the test she took two weeks ago, and she said she felt a lot better about how she has been studying.
In our session, we worked primarily on DNA. The student and I went over the history of DNA - the discoveries that lead up to our current knowledge of DNA structure and function. He completed several worksheets on both this historical knowledge and DNA structural knowledge. He seemed to understand this material very well, and didn't have trouble with the worksheets at all. I then checked over some geometry problems he had previously completed.
The student and I studied for her biology quiz tomorrow on the digestive system. We reviewed the presentation and accompanying videos. We also took three short quizzes online. She did a great job and was comfortable with the information. Afterward, we reviewed her book for English. Since information retention seemed to be a difficulty, we began a project that will summarize each chapter, identify character development and assist her in making predictions for the following chapter(s). I think it will really help her remember what she reads. She did a very good job!
We reviewed and outlined the section in her book on the digestive system. We reviewed her notes and went through each organ of the digestive system and it's functions, and important enzymes and location. At the end of the session I asked questions and the student was able to answer all the questions. We also discussed how to study for her test.
The student and I reviewed the material for his biology quiz. We went through his lecture notes, and the student filled in the blanks as we went. First, I explained the notes and covered the topics of the discovery of DNA as the genetic material, the composition of DNA, DNA replication, and the proteins involved in replication. Then, I asked the student questions about the material and we further reviewed topics he did not understand. Lastly, I defined key terms and drew diagrams detailing DNA replication.
