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Katrina: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I am a graduate of Nova Southeastern University where I graduated from with a Bachelors of Science in Biology. Since graduation, I have been applying to medical school. I have extensive experience tutoring English, Writing, ESL, Biology, Biochemistry, and Psychology. I believe that education should empower students to explore their passions and critical thinking skills, fostering a lifelong love for learning. My approach emphasizes interactive and personalized learning experiences, enabling each student to achieve their...
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Nova Southeastern University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Ko: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I like to learn new things and I also enjoy watching people learn new things as well. I enjoy running and cycling. I also like to play piano and cook too. I have experience using Mathematica and completed three courses in university that used Mathematica.
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Western Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
ACT Composite: 33
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1430
SAT Math: 720
Felicia: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...from Dartmouth College in 2009 and completed the pre-med post-baccalaureate program at Northwestern this past June (coursework included General Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular and Cell Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Genetics, Organic Chemistry, and Physics). Born and raised in New York City, I studied ballet at the at The Joffrey Ballet School and attended Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts as a Dance major. I have been teaching fitness classes in...
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Dartmouth College - Bachelors, Government
Northwestern University - Current Grad Student, Pre-medicine post baccalaureate certificate
Emily: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
I have been tutoring many different classes for 5 years. My experience includes being a TA for college level biochemistry and organic chemistry as well as doctorate level anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and clinical sciences.
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor of Science, Kinesiotherapy
Rush University - Doctor of Medicine, Community Health and Preventive Medicine
Haider: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...I strive to tailor my approach to each student's unique learning style. My tutoring philosophy is rooted in active learningusing recall-based strategies, real-world applications, and critical thinking exercises to reinforce understanding. My goal is to help students build confidence in their abilities, not just memorize information. Outside of academia, I enjoy working on research projects, exploring cognitive science, and developing platforms that enhance learning and accessibility. In my free time, I love reading, writing, and...
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Connor: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...medical school in the Fall of 2021, I am taking time to explore my lifelong interest in teaching. I began tutoring at the University of Notre Dame, where I worked for three years as a teaching assistant in a Cell Biology laboratory course. There, I enjoyed helping my peers understand the larger picture developing through our weekly experiments. At Loyola University Chicago, I continued to tutor a variety of subjects while earning a Master of...
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University of Notre Dame - Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences
Loyola University-Chicago - Master of Arts, Biomedical Sciences
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34
Sean: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...in Biology and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Health Management and Policy, and have since gone on to complete the first of four years at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. My relevant work experience includes tutoring high school level algebra and geometry to private clients during grades 11 and 12. Additionally, I served for three years as a First Year Fellow at the University of Miami, working as a peer mentor to assist...
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University of Miami - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Northwestern University - Doctor of Medicine, Biomedical Sciences
Brian: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...in 2012 from the University of Chicago with a degree in Biology and a minor in Spanish Literature. I worked at Epic Systems for a year after undergrad to gain some real world work experience and gain knowledge of healthcare administration. In 2013, I started medical school at the University Of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine. I am currently in my fourth year of school, and will be applying tointernal medicine residency programs in the...
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University of Chicago - Bachelors, Biology, General
University of Chicago - Current Grad Student, Medical Doctor
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 35
Stacie R Santangelo, RN, MS, CHFN, CNS, APN: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...looking to elevate your nursing career with expert tutoring? If you're aiming to excel in your nursing program and pass the NCLEX, your search ends here! I am an experienced Advanced Practice Nurse and Educator. My name is Professor Stacie Santangelo, and I am a dedicated student advocate. I am committed to helping you realize your full potential and become the individual and nurse you aspire to be. Understanding that each student is unique and...
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Saint Xavier University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing (RN)
Rush University - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Gabe: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...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 hobbies...
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Wesleyan University - Bachelors, Neuroscience and Behavior
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 36
ACT Math: 35
Dakota Lane : Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
Hello! My name is Dakota (She/They) and I am an Environmental Engineering and Anthropology PhD Student. I previously obtained my B.S. in Environmental Science, with minors in English and Philosophy where I started my research on flooding. I can help you with ecology, statistics, sociology, and college readiness. I hope to unearth your personal challenges to help you reach your goals.
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science
Sabrina : Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...I was able to institute new and creative assignments to engage students both virtually and on ground in the classroom. Students enroll and come to class to get an education in a specific subject. As an adult student, the ability to obtain and retain new information can be different than a younger learner. This being said, it is important to work with the different learning styles. I teach by using creative assignments, discussions, while also...
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University of Miami - Bachelor of Science, Playwriting and Screenwriting
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology - Doctor of Philosophy, Applied Psychology
Alexandra: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...Masters in Biomedical Sciences program that heavily emphasized biochemistry, anatomy, and molecular biology. As an undergraduate, I double majored in natural sciences and psychology. During my education, I also conducted 3 years of psychology and psychiatry research and was recently published in a major scientific journal. In addition to this experience, I have been working for a private company to edit and proofread admissions essays and term papers for the past year. In that time...
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University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus - Bachelors, natural sciences and psychology
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Masters, Biomedical Sciences
Zihe: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...Chinese philosophy (Ruism, Buddhism, Daoism)! I'm confident tutoring K-12 math and physics. I'm also a native Mandarin speaker; I can help you or your children study Mandarin Chinese as well! Learning makes life significant. It lets you see more of the world in finer details. Great learning eventually leads you to your own heart, your own unique human condition. Ponder on it; become an upstanding and useful person; make your life significant!
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
State University of New York at New Paltz - Master of Philosophy, Philosophy
Monica: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...Excellence provided me with the opportunity to work with undergraduate and medical students, as well as students with learning challenges. From one-on-one tutoring in both beginner and upper level courses, I have developed strong skills and had the opportunity to develop different teaching styles to help students grasp techniques. Furthermore, I expanded upon my passion for working with students through my involvement as a Youth Development Professional at the Boys and Girls Club. During this...
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Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor of Science, Applied Psychology
Jonathan: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...lectures, philosophical and economic discussion, and playing trivia and word games. As a very cerebral type who is constantly exposed to new and interesting information, I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and have a way of doing so in an engaging and sometimes quirky fashion. Also, I find that because of my passion for teaching, I am very thorough in my approach to ensuring that my students really understand the material.
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University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, English
Natalia: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...as both a student and educator, I am passionate about teaching science at various academic levels. I work in research, gaining hands-on 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...
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Lomonosov Moscow state university - Master's/Graduate, Biochemistry
Shemyakin-Ovchinnikov Institute of bioorganic chemistry - Doctorate (PhD), Molecular biology
Tesa: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...When I was not attending school, I have worked as a Social Worker with vulnerable populations in many different positions. I plan to finish my Ph.D. in the upcoming year, and become a professor; in part because of the passion that I have for learning. I look forward to working with students of all ages, including adult learners and I hope to be able to work with you to achieve your learning goals.
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Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Saint Louis University-Main Campus - Doctor of Philosophy, Public Policy Analysis
Shakira: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...students experience the most success with my tutoring because I used a variety of individualized teaching methods that best suited for the learner. I truly enjoy seeing my students achieve their ah-ha moments, confidence, and improve their grades. My teaching philosophy is based on Skinner's theory of learning- Positive Reinforcement (Radical Behaviorism)! My belief is that every student has the ability to learn anything when their efforts are reinforced, inspired, and encouraged to keep striving....
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Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies
Southeast Missouri State University - Master of Arts, Applied Behavior Analysis
Virdah: Des Plaines MCAT tutor
Certified MCAT Prep Tutor in Des Plaines, IL
...recently completed my Bachelor's in Biomedical Engineering and currently planning on doing Masters. During my high school years, I worked as a volunteer teacher in different welfare schools. This experience developed my interest in teaching and since then, I have been involved in tutoring students of high school, college and university level. While I have helped students in variety of subjects, but I am most passionate about Maths, Science, and Physiology. In my opinion, an...
Education & Certification
NED University of Engineering and Technology - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering
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