Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...GRE. I have a Bachelors and Masters degree in Chemistry from Temple University in Philadelphia. I tutor university level general and organic chemistry 1 and 2, environmental chemistry, statistics, high school level biology and chemistry, and graduate test prep (MCAT, GRE, and GRE subject tests). My teaching philosophy is to make things simple. I find students often get lost in the terminology and concepts. I try to make chemistry relatable and fun.
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...are biology (middle school through MCAT biology and college microbiology) and physics. Math and science are among the most daunting subjects for many students, but they're the most intuitive subjects at their core. Using a show-don't-tell approach to tutoring, I guide my students and give them the tools they need to discover first-hand the intuitiveness of these subjects. My hobbies include reading, slacklining (do a quick Google search, it's pretty awesome), bicycling, running, playing video...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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My name is Warren and I'm graduating from Furman University in May. I have four years of teaching experience and specialize in biological and chemical sciences in addition to Spanish, which I've been speaking for over 10 years. In my free time I enjoy reading medical literature, taking photographs, and traveling.
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...published, peer-reviewed medical school curriculum. While I tutor a broad range of subjects in the mathematics and sciences, I am most passionate about Calculus and Chemistry. I especially enjoy working with students on ACT and SAT science and math. I value education highly, and I view myself as a life-long learner. I greatly enjoy learning and working through problems, and I hope that my enthusiasm is contagious to my students. In my spare time, I...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...in 2014 with a B.S. in Biological Sciences and Theology. I've always had a desire to help others learn--in high school I would often help my peers with material when the teachers weren't able to fully explain the material. I tutored high school students for several semesters in college and loved the chance to make learning enjoyable. I've been tutoring for the past few months. I am currently interviewing at medical schools for matriculation in...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...I have experience as a tutor at Rice, where I tutored student-athletes in subjects such as biology and chemistry, which are fields I specialize in. I have helped tutor many friends in the two scientific portions of the MCAT, and this is the discipline I am most passionate about. I am a firm proponent of helping students help themselves. In my spare time, I enjoy exercising, reading, and fixing bicycles. I look forward to helping...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...of the material placed before you. Together, we can learn to enjoy the process as well as enjoy the results you will achieve. Whether you are working through upper-level science courses to complete a pre-med degree, taking the MCAT before applying to medical school, or studying for the USMLE Step 1 or 2 exams to get into the residency of your dreams, I can help you achieve your goal. With whatever content we are mastering...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...primary to college level students on a variety of science and math related topics. While I tutor a broad range of science subjects, I am most passionate in Algebra, Geometry, Anatomy, Chemistry and General Biology. I am a firm proponent of education, I try my absolute best in creating a friendly learning environment and to break down complex topics into something simple and easy to learn. I hope to work with you soon!
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...is centered around finding the root cause of a students struggles, be it misunderstanding of content, time management, or any other reason, and offering multiple specifically-tailored methods for the student to employ before settling on what works best for them. I aim for my clients to improve as overall students as well, so that they can be successful in the face of any future academic challenges. Aside from my teaching and academic pursuits, my favorite...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...Bachelors of Science in Biology and a Bachelors of Arts in Sociology. While in college, I tutored children in SAT math as well as subjects such as chemistry and biology. I have recently also taken the MCAT and am very passionate about chemistry, biology, biochemistry, psychology and sociology. While tutoring students, I have seen progress in the skills and techniques they acquire for standardized tests. I believe such strategies are important to grasp and I...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...also really enjoy tutoring/instructing in the fields of Latin and test prep (including the ACT and AP exams). I used to work for Fiveable, an AP test prep company, which is where I discovered my passion for working to make education more equitable for all. I enjoy working with students from all walks of life, and I will make it my goal to help students achieve their educational goals by equipping them with the tools...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...in Philosophy, Chinese, and Music. As a 100 percentile scorer on the March 2022 MCAT, I am able to help students prepare for the exam, and have particular strengths in CARS, psychology/sociology, biochemistry, and biology. My passion for tutoring comes from a love of being able to help students achieve their full potential, and I approach each student uniquely based on their levels of understanding and individual ways of learning. I would love to provide...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...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 give students the practice and understanding needed to excel in their coursework. Outside of tutoring,...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...four years as a medical interpreter, experiences that have deepened my understanding of language and cultural nuances. Alongside this, I have a strong foundation in the sciences, having completed coursework in chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, genetics, advanced biology, anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, microbiology, and physics, which helped me successfully complete part of medical school. Now, as I work toward my MBA, I'm excited to merge these experiences and perspectives before returning to medicine. Whether tutoring students...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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In May 2017, I completed my B.S. in Biomedical Engineering at Georgia Tech. I am currently participating in a research fellowship while I apply to medical school, and I hope to matriculate in 2018. I worked as a teaching assistant for three different biomedical engineering classes at Georgia Tech and am excited by this opportunity to continue teaching. I look forward to helping other students as they prepare for medical school.
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...well as instilling in them better time management strategies and goal oriented philosophies gave me immense pleasure. I discovered that many students learn concepts in completely different ways. Therefore I had to adapt my teaching style to better fit each student. And that is precisely what my tutoring style is. I can figure out what each student is lacking or what the student is not understanding and then form a game plan to better fit...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...and undergraduate students in standard classes, honors classes, AP classes, and test-prep courses, I am confident I will be able to use my experience and current knowledge to raise your grades and scores. My patient, diligent, and personable demeanor, as well as personal experience in difficult classroom and competitive settings will allow me to connect well with students and listen to them as I teach them how to approach problems broadly and feel more confident...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...that I enjoy playing and I'm excited to share my tips, tricks and techniques with the next wave of students, crashing and breaking against the ivory tower of academia. Tests are often anticipated with dread, but a positive attitude, confidence, and the idea that examinations are an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and abilities will change the way that you approach your next big assessment. Together, we can prepare you for any test or academic...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...challenges motivate me to be the most effective tutor I can be and help me guide my students through potential pitfalls along their academic journeys. I strive to create an environment where healthy interaction and communication are fostered, as I believe these are the crucial to the student experience. I tutor AP Psychology, MCAT Physical Sciences, MCAT Biological Sciences, and MCAT Social and Behavioral Sciences. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor
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...Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and medicine and excited to tutor these subjects in addition to MCAT prep. I believe that every student can exceed given the right resources, environment, and encouragement. I look forward to working with students and watching them gain confidence in themselves as they master the material and are prepared to tackle new challenges all alone. In my spare time, I like reading, trying new foods, going on walks, and watching a documentary!
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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.
