Award-Winning MCAT Tutors in Alexandria, VA

...studying different education systems and teaching methods. I believe that every single student has a unique way of learning and processing information, so it is important for them to develop their own studying habits and learning methods. That is why I want to be a tutor - so that I can help students discover their ideal way of learning. I am a determined and dedicated student that wants to help others. I have experience tutoring...

...throughout and after college. I now operate my own tutoring company Expert Instruction LLC. The primary goal of my tutoring service is to help students develop a growth mindset and enjoy the process of learning. I provide one-on-one instruction for all levels of math up to and including calculus, French language and standardized exams such as SAT, ACT, and GRE. It would be my pleasure to help more students as a Varsity Tutor.... My teaching philosophy...

...to move to my favorite place--Washington DC! In addition to my years in school, I also taught Composition I and II my last year of my MA program, and tutored both in my MA program and for the Athletic Enhancement Center for my BA program! I've dealt with students across ages and levels of intellect, and I CANNOT WAIT to meet with you and help you work with English, Reading, Writing, or other related skills!...

...Bachelor's in Neuroscience. As a medical student at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, I am excited to provide growing students with the unique perspectives on typically difficult STEM subjects that I have learned myself over the past few years. I am deeply passionate about mentorship and teaching, and am excited to use the experience I have gained as a teaching assistant, mentor, and preceptor throughout college. I am most adept in biological, chemical,...

...an avid learner myself. My tutoring style derives primarily from helping friends throughout the years. In my experience, there is almost no subject out of reach of a passionate and curious mind. I therefore strive not just to communicate content, but to instill a passion that will drive self motivated learning. Whether discussing The Great Gatsby or reviewing the Navier Stokes Equations for fluid dynamics, I am excited to share my enthusiasm for learning with...

...Abilene Christian University this May with a major in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. My mother has been a science teacher for her whole career. I feel I have learned from her great ways to teach complex subjects. I also earned perfect writing scores on my SAT and GRE. I would love to tutor in writing and reading, hopefully helping students achieve their own personal scores. I have experience working with children, ranging from...

...I have a passion for science education and am currently working to understand and improve the way science is taught in American schools. I place a high value on education and believe that in order to get the most out of it, students should be challenged and take full advantage of all of their educational resources. It's very rewarding to see a students succeed and reach their goals through hard work. I most enjoy teaching...

...of a college STEM curriculum. Beyond this, I have a wealth of writing experience, from creative to analytical, and enjoy helping students develop and refine their writing skills and style. My teaching style is highly individualized, with an eye towards my students' particular challenges and interests. I adapt my lesson plans as guided by students' progress, and incorporate diverse learning media to promote engagement. Most of all, though, I believe in a supportive environment where...

...students who are interested in careers in medicine, biomedical research, and biotechnology. The subjects I cover are chemistry, biology, and biochemistry. I am particularly fond of biochemistry, and I enjoy teaching organic chemistry reactions that are related to processes of medical importance. The foundational principle of my teaching philosophy is customization, and I work hard to tailor my sessions to the specific needs of the student. I strongly believe students learn best by having material...

...information that interests us the most, but most fail to realize how much power those known memories have on our potential to make new ones. One of the techniques that I teach my students is how to use that everyday “useless" trivia, and apply it to what they NEED to remember. I have a wealth of knowledge that I would love to share with my students, especially about the sciences. But, at the end of...

...concepts but I eventually came up with strategies to tackle the material. Having struggled myself, I honestly feel I can relate better to other students in a similar predicament and therefore can better tutor them. As I mentioned before, I just finished medical school and I'm awaiting my residency match. I'm planning on pursuing orthopaedic surgery. In my free time I enjoy playing/watching basketball, working out, reading, enjoying movies and great restaurants with friends. I'm...

...teaching and have been teaching since college and am always eager to help new students. I served as a teaching assistant for Biology and Physiology courses in college. I formally taught at Huntington Learning Center. I tutored students anywhere from kindergarten to college for classes, and for ACT/SAT prep. I am currently a volunteer teacher at a community college teaching English to adult students. I have taught a mix of one-on-one and small group sessions.

...school students in the District. I also currently tutor pre-med and other pre-professional students in a variety of science subjects. I love social studies, sciences, and tests! I genuinely enjoy the critical thinking that standardized tests requires, and love to pass on test-taking strategies to those that I tutor. My favorite MCAT section is the Critical Analysis and Reading Skills, and my favorite SAT section is Verbal. I think these areas are challenging, but every...

...the tutoring sessions. I can tell when they had a good experience by the way they relate to me afterwards, such asking career advice and for letters of recommendations. Where did you get your education? I received a BSA in Chemistry and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine both at the University of Georgia. I received a Masters of Preventive Veterinary Medicine at the University of California at Davis. What subjects do you tutor? Mainly biology,...

...and rugby in high school. I have continued to play rugby throughout college and graduate school. I attended Gettysburg College in Pennsylvania where I received my Bachelor's of Science degree in the Health Sciences major. Additionally, I have since received my Master's degree in Physiology and Biophysics from Georgetown University. I specialize in science and math, particularly biology and physiology. I am also very familiar with the MCAT. I am a nice and easy going...

...the George Washington University currently finishing up my degree in Biology with a minor in Biological Anthropology, with plans to eventually matriculate to medical school after graduation. I have experience working as a TA for an introductory level Biology course, where I helped fellow undergraduate students to succeed through lecturing and hands-on problem solving. Additionally, I have built up a wide range of research experience in fields like Gastroenterology and Microbiology, which are topics of...

...for other students and to give back in the way I have been helped. I have tutored elementary through undergraduate in various sciences and math. I have a lot of experience tutoring students with learning differences such as ADHD, ADD, dyslexia and social challenges. My personal philosophy is to customize my tutoring to each student to find what they excel at and are challenged by and try to build confidence while I also build ability.

...we can set goals and achieve them regardless of where we are starting. Because of how different each student is, it's important to really consider what works best for you as a learner. For this, being simple and upfront is probably best. Are you a visual learner? Auditory? Let's start with that and consider what works from there. Knowing how you learn, while also being open to new approaches, can make science great fun to...

...the University of Arizona before heading to Columbia University for my graduate education in Energy Systems and Security Policy. My background is in government, statistics, writing, foreign language, time management and organization, and comprehension. I have tutored 1:1, taught small cohorts of students, in addition to serving as a graduate teaching assistant for large classes. I'm passionate about tailoring the learning experience to your needs and enjoy the challenge of thinking outside the box and...

...of collegiate biology, chemistry, and sociology. I played volleyball all throughout high school, and my tutoring style reflects my history with sports. After all, school and game day are both all about practice! I currently work in human genomics while preparing for medical school, and I am certified by the College Reading and Learning Association as a Level 1 tutor. When I'm not studying for the MCAT, I am usually reading or running.... Difficulties are where...