...Houston Community College. I'm passionate about teaching whether online or in the classroom and I love helping students build confidence and reach their target scores." In my teaching approach, I recognize that every student is unique, and each lesson must be tailored accordingly. My goal is to engage and inspire students, encouraging curiosity and a desire to solve problems. I believe that by encouraging this curiosity, students can embark on a journey of discovery and...
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...UT Southwestern Medical Center. I liked all the specialties in which I rotated, but I did not feel called to any one specialty in particular like my peers did. This is why I left medical school in 2018 to pursue a M.S. in Applied Cognition and Neuroscience at UT Dallas. Since then, I have taught with Kaplan Test Prep as an MCAT Instructor for In-Person, Kaplan Partner Solutions Institutional Partnerships, and Live Online delivery modes....
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...also tutored math and English to middle and high school students throughout my college years since tutoring was really widespread in S. Korea. (just like in the move "Parasite"!) My tutoring continued after I moved to Kentucky to study B.A.in psychology and PharmD. I worked as a reporter at the Korea Times in Los Angeles, so you know my Korean language is very standard and grammatically correct! My teaching methods are as below: For beginners,...
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...and Science. Equally important to convey are life skills including treating others with respect, working in teams, and learning how to be fit and healthy. My experience tutoring is rooted in anywhere from elementary to college-aged students. Through the RISE for Success Program at my undergraduate institution, I have been able to gain an adept understanding of how many college students learn material. Through various tutoring opportunity as a team leader during summer camp I...
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...Biology and Chemistry. However, I am also able to teach other subjects such as math through high school levels, and standardized test prep (SAT, ACT, PCAT, etc). I have been tutoring with Varsity Tutors since June 2018. While in undergrad, I was a college-level General and Organic Chemistry tutor, as well as a Chemistry laboratory instructor. Before college, I was a private nanny and homeschooling educator for an eleven-year-old student. I am happy to work...
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...is MB(ASCP) certified, and has a Master of Science in biotechnology, I have 3 years of experience in Molecular laboratories as both a Molecular and Toxicology technician and a Medical Technologist I. I've used Roche Thermocyclers, HD-X Quanterix Analyzers, Cephied GeneXperts, Hamilton Liquid Handlers, Tecan Liquid Handlers, and several other instrumentation technologies. He is adept in music theory, jazz harmony, and performance. Aaron grew up playing instruments, but settled on trombone in 4th grade and...
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My reason for wanting to teach is purely to help change lives of students who are willing to learn and excel. I feel I can be in the best position to help students out by being a tutor for Varsity Tutors. My education from attaining a Masters in Biomedical Sciences and currently studying in a doctoral program to attain my Doctor...... Encouragement and positive interaction with students helps them learn better and succeed. I believe every...
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I believe the best student is also the best tutor. I am the kind that likes to engage my students in everything I teach them. I received my Bachelor's degree in Biology from Syracuse university, master's in biomedical science at Touro and currently at New York College of Podiatric medicine hoping to become Podiatric surgeon and expert in foot and ankle diseases.... We all love to read stories or watch TV shows with good story line....
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Hi! I'm Maddie and I'm from Cincinnati (yes.. it rhymes!) I am a former on-staff University tutor in all science disciplines. Currently, I am working in toxicology for a Fortune 500 Company. I am going to a top 5 pharmacy school in the Fall of 2017. I just took the PCAT and received a perfect score. If you're interested in getting to know me more or scheduling a session feel free to message me!
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My life has been spent in education, especially in the field of the medical sciences. I have been both the student and the professor for several years. Through these experiences I learned how to be a better student through teaching and a better teacher through listening to teachers. I hope to take the experiences, lessons, knowledge and passion I have gained over the years and pass it on to my students.... Every student learns in a...
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...teaching is fluid, and depends upon the student! I am a visual learner, and learn best in that way. I will typically meet on a Zoom call and use my iPad as a virtual whiteboard to teach. However, different students require different things! I like to check in with my students periodically and adapt to their method of learning. Since I am in medical school, I prefer to work with students who are more long-term...
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...My 9+ years of teaching experience has equipped me with many effective teaching strategies that enable me to keep my students focused during lectures in a fun way. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Biology and Chemistry. My teaching pedagogues are a combination of constructive, learning. dialogue based learning and Socratic method. I am committed to continuous development and staying up to date with latest educational trends. My...
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...current sections being tested and have up-to-date resources to help anyone trying to pass this exam. I feel that every student learns subject matter in different ways - some are visual learners, others are more hands-on. If you don't understand what I am saying when trying to solve a problem or question, I will try to explain it in a different way to help you learn material. Just call me Dr. Nate! :)
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...Austin for my undergraduate degree and majored in biology. I am currently a fourth-year medical student. I had the opportunity in undergrad to be a learning assistant at UT Austin in general chemistry, a Peer Mentor in genetics and a tutor at the Sanger Learning Center at UT Austin for general chemistry, biology, cell biology and genetics. I enjoy tutoring students and helping them to avoid the frustration and stress that often comes with learning...
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...experience tutoring in reading and the sciences. In my view, education is not merely a means to an end, but an end in itself - and my goal as a tutor is to present, discuss, and work out the content with the student(s) in such a way that each of us shares in the other's enthusiasm along the way. I personally particularly enjoy literature, history, and languages, and other interests of mine include music, hiking,...
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Receive personally tailored PCAT Biology lessons from exceptional tutors in a one-on-one setting. We help you connect with the best tutor for your particular needs while offering flexible scheduling to fit your busy life.
PCAT Biology Tutoring FAQ
Pursuing a Doctor of Pharmacy degree can be a challenging undertaking, but perhaps the biggest hurdle you will face is the admissions process. To stand out from the crowd, you will need to present admissions boards with an exceptional score on the PCAT, or Pharmacy College Admissions Test. In particular, admissions boards expect applicants to earn high scores on the Biology section of the exam, as this subscore is most commonly representative of the coursework students have previously encountered in their undergraduate studies. Despite the familiarity of this material, the breadth of topics covered on the PCAT Biology section can make adequate preparation seem overwhelming. If you are determined to improve your score, but find yourself in need of some help in structuring and directing your review, a PCAT Biology tutor can provide you with the support you need.
Building your repertoire of test-taking skills and conceptual knowledge may seem repetitive. You likely faced similar, equally rigorous review prior to applying to your undergraduate program. Many students find, however, that their experience with standardized testing quickly faded during their collegiate studies. Working with a personal instructor can help you identify exactly where your greatest strengths and weaknesses lie, both with regard to the knowledge of biological concepts you will need to demonstrate and to the pressures of the standardized testing environment. Your PCAT Biology tutoring sessions can be structured to specifically address any concerns that you have and zero in on the concepts that trouble you the most.
Both in-person and face-to-face online tutoring have a range of benefits, including improving academic performance and providing more practice time to hone your abilities. The aforementioned would be described as immediate benefits. However, there are also rewards that can be impactful later on in your academic career. One of the long-term rewards of tutoring is the development of better study habits. Study skills are often learned. One important facet of private instruction involves the development of said skills. Here, you can learn how to take proper notes. You'll discover how to effectively make and use flash cards, and highlight important details. Understanding how to utilize these tools provides lifelong benefits that are applicable to a range of settings, from college to the workplace.
Finding the right tutor for you isn't arduous, thanks to Varsity Tutors. Our intensive interview process ensures only the top candidates are available to teach you. Our team of expert educational directors narrows the field even further to ensure you are matched with the ideal instructor in your area. Varsity Tutors can connect you with the most qualified candidates. Since there are both in-person and face-to-face online tutoring options, you can choose to learn in an environment where you're most comfortable. Sessions are scheduled when it's convenient for you.
Whether you are most concerned with the time constraints of the PCAT or which biochemical signaling mechanisms may appear on your exam, your PCAT Biology tutor can work with you to augment your current knowledge and experience to prepare you for test day. No matter where you currently stand in your review process, your tutor can develop a customized learning plan, allowing you to receive targeted assistance in your most problematic areas. No study guide or classroom review can provide you with the full attention of a talented pedagogue who has demonstrated his or her abilities on this exact exam before. Working with a private instructor might be just the thing to help you make efficient progress toward your PCAT Biology target score. For more information about connecting with a test prep tutor in your area, contact Varsity Tutors' educational directors today!
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Recent PCAT Biology Tutoring Session Notes
We began by discussing general prep book information. The student ordered a electronic version of the prep book as well as a vocabulary tool. We began by working through a diagnostic test in order to give me a feel for her general strengths and weaknesses. I assigned a variety of the arithmetic and algebra chapters problems, as well as a section of graph / chart interpretation questions. Also, I assigned sets of problems from the vocabulary-related verbal sections and one issue prompt.
In this session we continued to study formulas, functions, and sequences. We went over how to find the equation of line, how to find the sum of a sequence, and how to work with odd symbols in functions. He picked it up with help from me.
The student and I went over some of the practice questions she had trouble with (in one of her GRE test prep books). We then discussed probability and combinations and permutations. I went over the concepts and also some of the most likely to appear question types. She also completed several practice questions on those topics.
Fantastic news -- the student was accepted into her dream school without even needing to take the GRE. She still has to take it as a formality, but she's already in! We studied for a bit, but the pressure is off for her. We covered a bit of vocab and a few math questions just so that she'll feel a bit more comfortable on the actual test.
We began the session with corrections. I had sent the student a link to a worksheet covering exponents, simplifying multivariate expressions using the rules of exponents. He did well on the ones he had managed to complete ahead of time. I clarified how to deal with negative exponents and what allows one to decide whether the multiplication and division or addition and subtraction rules apply. We then went through a diagnostic set and completed test corrections based of that. For next session, I assigned a diagnostic set to be completed at home.
The student and I went over the quantitative reasoning section. We took care to focus on percentages and geometry. He has some trouble with algebra, so we also reviewed some of the quick ways to do algebra. We also went over systems of equations, specifically the techniques of substitution, addition/subtraction elimination.
