...a very young age. I tutor a variety of subjects largely because I have so many areas of interests and have been privileged enough to pursue knowledge in those areas. I even enjoy tucking away "useless facts"...in fact, those very tidbits got me past the Jeopardy! Online Test and into the Contestant Audition! If I've learned one thing throughout my academic career, it's that everyone learns differently. In my opinion, a great tutor knows how...
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...of Georgetown's club rugby team and also participate in GUMSHOE, a club that teaches math and science to inner city students. I also enjoy going for runs to the monuments in DC and playing in pickup soccer games! For me, I especially enjoy tutoring mathematics because I think it serves as a foundation for a number of other subjects and also enhances problem solving ability. I'd like to see those I tutor consider studying mathematics in...
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...the sciences can be learned by any student, even those for whom it might feel a little more challenging. Working as a tutor for biology, organic chemistry, general chemistry, and neuroscience, I actively implemented this philosophy, finding creative ways to approach complex concepts. For example, I might steer a writing student studying organic chemistry to explain a reaction as a narrative of molecular interactions, rather than beginning with a complex problem. In the context of...
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...each student's individual learning style. There are many students I have encountered who are more than capable of excelling in any given field but are held back by rigid methods. I find helping someone realize their full learning potential to be an incredibly rewarding experience. I have three science-related degrees: a Bachelor's in Behavioral Biology, a PhD in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology, and an MD. In medical school I received numerous accolades for my scholastic accomplishments, including...
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...students extensively throughout the past three years. I enjoy research and have conducted three studies, one of which was focused on the effectiveness of tutoring methods in the sciences. In my experience, learning how to study effectively can result in significant improvements, and I have extensive experience in this area both through working with students and research. As such, my goal is to help my students become more effective independent learners. My motto in teaching...
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...equations). I have also worked at Stony Brook University as a college biology lecturer. I like to use a hands on approach to tutoring rather than just lecturing, although I find it best to adapt my methods to the learning style of each individual student. I love to dance, especially ballet. I also love to learn new languages. Currently, I am continuing my studies of Spanish, and learning American Sign Language. I would like to...
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...lifelong learning. I direct students to overcome any difficulties that their particular subject by first, helping them to take responsibility for their learning in order to engage; and I also emphasize the use of didactic (real-life) examples and get them involved by asking questions in class. I also believe that one of my best qualities, as a teacher, is my ability to inspire confidence, so that students feel comfortable expressing themselves regardless of their level...
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...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 tutoring style tends to be a mix of both auditory (explaining) and visual (drawing) styles with the understanding that each student learns in their own way. I think it is essential for each student to find meaning in what...
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...in May with a B.A in Biological Sciences. I was educated extensively on Biology and Chemistry, with 20 credits in laboratory. UMBC also focuses on refining its students’ writing skills through Writing Intensive English and Science courses, preparing me to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. I work well with students 12 and up and with past experience in tutoring high school and middle school kids (3 years) on science subjects (Different levels of...
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...served as a science tutor in both my undergraduate and graduate universities. Since completing my doctorate in chemistry, I have been privately tutoring to help fulfill my desire to help others learn. My specialty is chemistry, but I am well versed in biology and physics. I am a friendly, patient tutor who takes the time to explain subjects in a way the student can understand them. I am not quick to give up and will...
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...in Southern California, and performing environmental monitoring and outreach in the Puget Sound region of Washington State. While my recent experiences provide me a deep understanding and love for Biology and Ecology related subjects, I have intensive writing experience from college that fuels my passion for writing and language, a passion that I use when preparing students to understand and succeed on the ACT. I believe that even the most complex scientific concepts can be...
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...at Lehman College, comprised of 250+ students. I also hold recitation sessions for 25 students at a time. Additionally, I mentor high school students, undergraduates and graduate students in laboratory practices. I have previously taught laboratory courses in General Chemistry and aided students with their laboratory reports, exams and homework. As an undergraduate student, I served as a note-taker for student with disabilities in their science classes. I assisted them with homework and exam preparation....
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I do not fit in stereotypical academic categories. I was a humanities focused liberal arts major, a graduate of the Great Books program at St. John's College. But there I rediscovered a love of math and science which has led me to pursue Physics. I am a hard science geek who loves to read, and I want to help students learn to love all subjects and succeed at them too.
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...for test day, but leave you with an intrinsic understanding of material necessary to build future knowledge on. By understanding how you learn best, I will mold a personalized curriculum around your strengths and weaknesses to make you the best learner possible! I enjoy teaching through a lens that turn the problems on paper into a practical and real world understanding of the material. In pursuit of knowledge, I attended Augustana College graduating with a...
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...I have tutored in AP biology and high school level biology, including tutoring for students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia. Not only do I enjoy helping students learn and think on their own; witnessing them explore science with a more open and curious mind is extremely fulfilling. I am a firm believer that truly grasping and learning a concept is more effective than just memorization alone. Positivity is the key to making learning successful....
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...was responsible to help find a solution to extend the shelf life of different types of food oils and proteins that are on today’s market by using natural products such as antioxidants. Also I enjoyed volunteering my time in Hempstead, TX to tutor students pre-K to fifth grade, the experience encouraged me to want to become a teacher. My teaching mechanism is a hand on environment. I enjoy going to the museums, parks, gym, movies,...
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...and Inorganic Chemistry. I also minored in mathematics while getting my B.S. in chemistry so I have tutored students in everything from algebra to multi-variable calculus. I enjoy helping students and I get really excited when I feel I have helped a student achieve their learning objectives. Some of my hobbies include yoga, reading, playing music with my band members and cooking. I hope I can help with your science and math courses. Best of...
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...overcoming the obstacles students face. I have a great deal of experience in biology, chemistry, and physics. I consider myself a solutions finder for difficult problems. In tutoring, I am patient and offer my students an open environment where they can reveal the areas they're struggling in and discuss any misunderstandings of the textbook material. I hope to provide an understanding into the often hard to grasp natural world. I am also a lover of...
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...I am passionate about languages and sciences and hope to help you with these subjects. In the past I have tutored in French, Hebrew, and many science subjects (biology, biochemistry, anatomy, organic chemistry, etc). Sometimes a subject can appear intimidating, but by learning new way to understand it or perhaps a different angle, you will be able to approach the subject more easily and achieve success! One of the main reasons why I enjoy tutoring...
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...work the next week when I try to explain multiplying fractions, for example, I have to be malleable to the student’s needs. Outside of school and studying I enjoy hiking, nature photography, baking, cooking, and dancing. I also enjoy reading a wide variety of books including biographies, fiction, nonfiction, historical fiction, mystery, war, and romance. My favorite book is Child 44 by Tom Rob Smith because he wrote in such a way that was refreshing...
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Recent Laboratory Tutoring Session Notes
The student and I reviewed the homework exercises I gave him last session on simplifying radicals, factoring polynomials, and solving quadratic equations. Also, worked a few problems from the next set of exercises the student will do between sessions.
The student and I prepared for her Friday test. We focused on graphing inverse trig functions and variations of trig functions, reviewed her new material (addition/subtraction of trig functions), and reviewed proofs.
This week the student's class is working on calculating unit price. She seemed to understand the concepts based on class discussion and the examples in her text book, however, she had a little difficulty when she began the assigned problems. After working through a couple of problems together, she gained more confidence and was able to complete the rest of her assignment on her own.
The student had completed two practice SAT math sections. He correctly identified that his major weaknesses were in geometry and equations with multiple variables, so we focused our work on those question types. Specifically, we worked on angular relationships and writing and solving multiple-variable equations. After walking him through a couple of practice problems, I asked him to complete a few on his own. He performed very well, answering all but one correctly. I encouraged him to complete two more practice sections -- untimed -- before our next session. I also asked him to show all of his work so that we could identify any simple mistakes and work to correct them.
When I first arrived, the student and I discussed his grades. His reading and English grades are still hovering around a 90 and the rest are solid A's. We discussed what issues he is having in those classes and how to be more organized. Then, we worked on a song he had to write for social studies and studied for his math vocabulary quiz.
The student and I continued working on choosing precise language. We completed an activity with verbs. In choosing more precise verbs, one of his struggles was a lack of understanding of the meanings of various words. His answers were accurate on the words that he knew, but incorrect when he had an incorrect understanding of a word's meaning. Once again, we see that he needs to work on vocabulary development. We spent the last few minutes of the session brainstorming ideas for his field trip application essay. He will be able to write a draft this weekend and we will revise on Monday.
