I am a current medical student using my spare time to tutor. I love hiking, running and reading. While tutoring, I prefer problem based teaching with the student working through a question in a problem area and asking questions along the way. If this sounds like a good match for the way you learn, please hire me as your tutor.
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...experience in biochemistry, virology, and molecular biology. I mentor students in the lab, guiding them through both the theoretical and practical aspects of their studies. Whether you're tackling qPCR or ChIP-seq, I'm confident we can work through any challenges together. Having also taught biology in high school, I am skilled in explaining fundamental science concepts. For those eager to deepen their understanding, I offer advanced, creative tasks that push the boundaries of conventional learning.
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...enjoy working with students and do my best to facilitate them achieving their academic goals. I usually adapt my tutoring style based on the type of learner (kinesthetic, auditory, visual) I am working with. People learn best when they can relate new information to previous knowledge, thus allowing my students to see connections and parallels to things they already know is very important to me as a tutor. Being able to see the big picture...
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...look forward to meeting and working with all of you amazing students. I'm also highly skilled in English/writing and literature and some history and social studies. I am good with special needs, neurodiverse children and adults, and can help in executive functioning as well as prepare for tests such as ACT/SAT exams. I would be thrilled for the opportunity to meet with new students and start helping them achieve their educational goals.
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...Don't be fooled, though! I'm also great with English, essay writing, and grammar. Plus, I'm a not-so-secret history buff, especially when it comes to European History. I've also got quite a bag of tricks when it comes to study tips, organization, and balancing studying with life. I got my start in tutoring during my undergraduate studies at DU. I was a camp counselor with a summer camp for high schoolers. The camp focused on Chemistry...
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...a deep understanding of microbiological techniques and concepts. My approach is characterized by fostering a collaborative learning environment where every student feels valued and supported. In my online tutoring sessions, I aim to bring the same level of enthusiasm, innovation, and support that I have provided in my previous roles. I strive to create a dynamic and interactive learning experience that not only helps students achieve their academic goals but also inspires a lifelong passion...
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...it will give me great pleasure to tutor here, I have been lucky enough to earn a medical doctorate degree and a bachelor in business administration as well as other random certificates in pharmacy technician, x-ray and clinical documentation specialist. I have taught college classroom in the USA and China; additionally, I have experience working with children, having taught English in China, so let's improve your grades together. I am more than happy to improve...
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...academia. I have completed over 5000 in-person and online tutoring hours. With each of those hours, my students have been utterly satisfied and some of them keep writing me while they pursue their education in graduate programs. I am most satisfied when I help my tutees understand the material by relating it to something that they already know. I am very enthusiastic about the variety of students Varsity Tutors offers and eager to share my...
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...the Upper East Side, Manhattan. I have a passion for science and math as well as connecting with children in teaching environments to encourage a love for academia. In my free time, I volunteer for MiNDS (Mentoring in Neuroscience Discovery at Sinai). MiNDS is an outreach group of Mount Sinai scientists with an initiative that aims to ignite and nurture a passion for the brain throughout the Harlem community. Our program strives to make neuroscience...
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...ages 6-25. I also tutor many students in PSAT, SAT, ACT, MCAT, and USMLE. I enjoy tutoring math in general since I took those courses during my high school and undergraduate career. To me its like a puzzle and thus I enjoy helping students piece together the knowledge. I like to start off tutoring by establishing a basic foundation so that we are on the same page and use a step wise learning system that...
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...graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Health Sciences. I am currently a Doctor of Pharmacy Candidate with a passion for teaching students. While I tutor various subjects, I am passionate about English, Literature, and Math. In my experience I have helped struggling students read with fluency. I believe that education is necessary for improved quality of life and opens up many different opportunities. In my...
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...personalized approach to learning. I believe that every student can excel with the right support, so I tailor each session to fit individual learning styles and needs. My goal is to break down complex concepts, transforming challenging subjects into manageableand even enjoyablelearning experiences. Seeing my students grow in confidence and mastery is the most rewarding part of my work. If you're looking for a patient, dedicated tutor who is committed to your success, let's begin...
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...NYU campus. Soon after, I started to teach MCAT in private settings as i have discovered many different ways to boost the MCAT scores and many of my students received great results from my tutoring. I found out that most MCAT students struggle with the MCAT due to lack of study skills and discipline; therefore, i write a daily and weekly schedule for my students and i keep my eyes on their progress. in the...
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...Medicine. Andy scored in the 91st percentile on the MCAT and achieved similarly impressive results on his USMLE. He currently obtaining his M.D./M.B.A. from the University of Louisville School of Medicine with plans for a career in Anesthesiology. As a future physician entrepreneur, Andy's passion for medical education led him to tutor high school, undergraduate, graduate, and medical students in a variety of sciences across several different online platforms for the past 4 years.
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...I assign work in between sessions, and more free-form tutoring. I can tutor topics regarding medicine (including MCAT) or medical terminology as well topics in chemistry (high school/intro college chemistry and organic chemistry), biology (high school/college), and statistics (AP statistics specificaly). I joined Varsity Tutors to give students an easy resource to access when they are struggling. I also can help students with writing assignments for ANY class as well as for college/medical school applications.
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...thinking and learning while problem-solving questions on standardized examinations. I taught as a lecture instructor and laboratory teaching assistant and earned my second Teaching Effectiveness Award. I have experience teaching courses in-person and online, and in some semesters, I taught courses with up to 170 students in a single semester. After graduation, my goal is to attend medical and law school under a combined MDJD program and someday open my own clinical practice. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY...
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...use the unique opportunities of one-on-one and small group sessions to form personal connections with students, in an effort to discover what sort of experience they need to enjoy learning the material. I think that students need to be comfortable in their learning environment so they can make mistakes and ask for help, when necessary. I tutor primarily biology and chemistry at the high school and undergraduate levels, as well as admissions exams, such as...
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Being the first in my family to go to college and medical school was not easy. Through many long years of hard work and with the help of my mentors, I was able to accomplish something I truly thought was impossible. I only hope I can also help others come one step closer to their dreams by helping them through their education.
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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.
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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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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.
