I look forward to getting to know and work with students to help them achieve their academic goals. On the days when the enthusiasm is there and on the days when learning feels impossible, I aim to be both a motivator and a teacher, consistently providing encouragement alongside solid content.... I believe people are capable of learning anything. That being said, a person's strengths and weaknesses will make some subjects more or less difficult to learn...
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...learning science presents. Teaching has always been a zeal of mine. It is a privilege to help students work towards reaching their full potential academically. Professional sports and academics have instilled in me the importance of discipline, dedication and striving to reach your goals. I seek to mentor students with the ambition of capturing their goals. Outside of academics I enjoy playing and coaching tennis, running, hiking, watching theater, traveling, photography and trying different coffees....
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...and dramatic arts day camp through my local dance studio. I tutor in all elementary and junior high subjects, as well as high school math, science, and history. I love teaching in an environment where the student is made to feel comfortable and that their efforts are rewarded and appreciated. I like to provide my students with as many tools as possible to make sure they get the most thorough understanding of a particular concept....
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...school in a variety of math and science topics, in addition to test prep for the SAT, ACT, and MCAT exam for medical school admissions. While earning my biomedical engineering degree in college, I tutored through three distinct tutoring services on campus, from the general population of students, to the student-athletes, to the academically and financially challenged students in the Educational Opportunity Program. I like to challenge my students by linking concepts between sessions and...
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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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...in Chemistry from Moravian College. I received my Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Johns Hopkins University. I am currently a grant review officer for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) where I organize the scientific merit review of medical research grant applications for funding by the federal government. Throughout my career I have enjoyed teaching/mentoring students of many levels in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, and physiology. In my free time I enjoy hiking, running, drumming, playing...
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I am currently an honors student at UNL. I am seeking an English major and Mathematics minor. I am excited to share the knowledge I have and help others develop the skills necessary for education. I enjoy having conversations and encouraging others to think about the world they live in. Outside of school, I enjoy music, which I practice independently, and arts and crafts such as knitting and crochet.
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...camps, and public museums. In my experience, there's no such thing as a boring topic once you've found the right angle of approach. I earned my Bachelor's at Penn State and my Master's at East Tennessee State, both in Geosciences with a focus on fossils and evolutionary history. I've done research, field work, and lab work, but nothing has ever excited me as much as education. I'm actually a bit of a compulsive teacher: when...
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...the office hour sessions, helping students work through concepts and example problems, meeting them where they are. It's my belief that the most satisfaction and best subject matter understanding is attained when students come to conclusions on their own. It's a tutor's job to make sure that core concepts are clearly understood and to gently guide students in their own problem solving process. Intellectually, educating the next generations is a worthy and meaningful endeavor -...
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...series, the General Biology series, Honors Organic Chemistry, Calculus I & II, and various Public and Environmental Health courses. In addition to these courses, I am also trained as an EMT-B and volunteer at Roots homeless shelter. I have experience as a Boys and Girls Club tutor as well as a high school tutor in Anatomy and Physiology, Biology, Chemistry, and Math. High quality education is a personal priority to me, and I will ensure...
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A background in multiple areas of science and public outreach have led me to my true passion. Teaching! I enjoy working with students to help young minds truly grasp the concepts we will be discussing.
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...me to find my passion for teaching. My favorite part of tutoring is getting to know new people. I understand what its like to struggle in any class and have over came a lot of my fears in school. It's important to learn how someone solves problems and what their interest is to find a relate-able method to begin tutoring with. I have a bachelors in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. I'm currently raising...
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...their maximum potential. As a current college student, I have tutored students in elementary school all the way up through the age of my current peers. In preparation for college, I took the ACT multiple times and in the process learned a great deal of tips and strategies that are useful for raising scores. I believe in helping students truly understand the material, not just memorize it. I look forward to working with you and...
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My personal statement is to be the best version of yourself. Don't limit yourself by what you can't do but define yourself by what you can. Be patient and persevere. Find ways to help you study, relax, take things in small doses, have fun, make yourself a schedule, and add on to what you did yesterday to be all you can be tomorrow. We all learn every day. And together we learn even more!
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...concepts and fundamental ideas. Together we will work to first understand the nature of the problem, second the principles involved, and finally how to arrive at a solution as well as any tricks to speed things along the way. I hold myself to a high standard and am always looking to improve my skills. Therefore I encourage my students to feel free to voice any concerns, ideas or comments they may have. You will find me...
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...you! About me - I have a PhD in Marine Environmental Microbiology from MIT and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. My profile picture is me taking water samples in Antarctica! My Bachelor of Arts is in Biology with Minors in Spanish and Sociology from DePauw University in Indiana. I've taught K-12 and college classes, including at Bard College. In my free time, I like to garden -my apartment is filled with plants. I'm also learning how...
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...than just feeding information to memorize. I like to read, especially fantasy, and I enjoy drawing, graphic design, and going to the beach on my spare time. I also enjoy a night watching Netflix and spending time with friends. I am comfortable to be around because I am friendly and can make people laugh and feel relaxed. I look forward to helping you with your schoolwork in a friendly and relaxed environment!... I believe in explaining...
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...with teachers and students both at the high school level with Chicago public schools and undergraduates at UIC, as I have worked in different capacities as a tutor, TA and an instructor. Every student has a personality and my teaching experience has given me the confidence of managing different personalities, a challenge that I relish and use it to fuel my future learning and that of my students. Apart from research, I enjoy improvising, acting,...
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...a math instructor for students from ages 5 to 15, teaching concepts that ranged from simple shape recognition to complex algebra. In addition, I spent a semester volunteering as a virtual English and Phonics tutor for young elementary school kids in Chinatown, Chicago. Along with math and English, I immensely enjoy tutoring other subjects, such as biology, chemistry, and writing. I am passionate about tutoring students because I enjoy helping others develop confidence in their...
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I am a passionate educator currently residing in the DC area. I graduated in 2015 from the University of Georgia with a degree in Science Education. I have much experience working with students of all ages from summer camps, student teaching, City Year, mentoring, and tutoring. I love working with young people of all ages and am excited to get started!
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Brighton Life Sciences Tutoring FAQ
The life sciences cover a huge swath of scientific knowledge. Any scientific subject that deals with living organisms falls under the purview of the life sciences. Life science courses or units often survey the issues which are more prominent areas of focus, and topics discussed may pertain to the evolution of life, the scientific classification of organisms, cell biology, anatomy, genetics, ecology, or other biological topics. Additionally, a solid introduction to the scientific method is typically included early in such life science courses. Biology, biochemistry, laboratory courses, and numerous other fields draw on a fundamental knowledge of elementary life sciences, often assuming previous exposure to foundational concepts without taking the time to review before starting more complex material. However, while life science classes are certainly widely applicable, they also can be intimidating due to the number of fields that they explore. There are so many vocabulary words to memorize when it comes to the sciences, and your tutor can also help with the memorization of these terms. Even if learning about scientific concepts and experiments comes quickly to a student, there will likely be certain topics covered in a life science class that he or she finds confusing. Whether your child is taking their first life science course in middle school, or you are having trouble with life science concepts in a college seminar, life sciences tutoring might be just the thing to help you or your child succeed with confidence. Varsity Tutors can help you find a tutor who will give you or your child the confidence and skills needed to succeed.
Private life sciences tutoring stands out from other tutoring options due to the degree to which it is customized to the individual requirements of each student. Our directors help you select the life sciences tutor who can best address your particular concerns. Many tutors specialize in or are employed in a particular field in the life sciences, so you can select the tutor whose knowledge base is best suited to helping you with the topics you are most confused by. Once paired with a student, tutors design a custom-tailored learning plan for each tutoring session, focusing on the themes and concepts the student needs to improve on to better understand the life sciences. The tutor will take the time to get to know you and your child on a personal level, which will help them create a custom learning plan. Because every tutoring session is one-on-one, each student can work at his or her pace and spend as much time on a concept as he or she needs to understand it fully. Tutors can provide encouragement and feedback, and can even utilize teaching strategies that appeal to each student's preferred learning style. Additionally, sessions can be scheduled to take place when and where it works best for each student. Whether you want your tutoring sessions to be held at the local library, your dining room table, or even online, your tutor is happy to accommodate! The online platform is custom created and will give you a worry-free session.
Making sense of the life sciences early on allows a student to progress to more specialized classes with ease. Hiring a tutor for a college course can help you stay ahead of the curve on subjects that you may need to brush up on. Don't hesitate to get the assistance that can help you or your child better understand the life sciences in an organized and low-stress way. Call Varsity Tutors today to learn more about the life sciences tutoring available in your area, or to start finding the perfect tutor for you or your child's first tutoring session!
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Recent Brighton Life Sciences Tutoring Session Notes
We covered the final two lectures on the microbiome and metagenomics, and we thoroughly reviewed the study guide and review questions. We thoroughly discussed the following concepts: culture-independent methods for analyzing microbial communities, metagenomics, targeted metagenomics, shotgun metagenomics, the gut microbiome, anaerobic fermentation, vitamins B12 and K, nutrient absorption, short chain fatty acids, firmicutes versus bacteriodetes in the gut microbiome, leptin production, and the specific 2006 Turnbough et al. study, that detailed the metagenomes of ob/ob mice and how the mocrobiome effects obesity. We also explored several questions from Exam 4, to make sure the student understood the figures on the questions where she missed points.
In this session, we reviewed the material we had covered previously about population genetics, ecosystems, and other things relating to natural selection. The student understands the material very well and is getting prepared for his test on Friday.
We reviewed the circulatory and excretory systems. The student seemed to retain the information well. He is very comfortable with the circulatory system.
The student and I discussed human evolution, dichotomous keys, and protein structure/biological macromolecules. We began reviewing for his comprehensive final by working through the first two practice problems provided by his teacher.
We discussed vertebrates and vertebrate properties, which will be a topic for the student in biology going forward. Specifically, today we focused on fish, including the different types of fish and characteristics of fish.
I quizzed the student over biology terms and concepts and feel that he will be ready for his Biology assessment test. He didn't remember all the concepts, but I believe that he just needs additional review on his own before our next session and before his test.
