Award-Winning MCAT Tutors in Suffolk, VA

...don't want to make things harder than they need to be. I use technology as much as possible and like to find resources that I can provide to my students to make their academic careers more enjoyable and manageable. I retired from the US Navy in 2015 after serving for 22 years on active duty. I am enjoying my retirement and each opportunity I get to work with the wide variety of students here on...

Fourth year medical student. I majored in biochemistry and economics at the University of Virginia. I enjoy running, reading, and watching movies. I listen to a few podcasts and like to learn about new things. I enjoy teaching and have taught for many years.

...is being able to find help when needed. I have been tutoring online for a few years. I got my BA in psychology at Christopher Newport University and my MA in applied psychology at Liberty University. My favorite subject to tutor is research methods and statistics for psychology. I enjoy the topics and have experience presenting concepts in a way that makes them easier to understand. I would describe my teaching/ tutoring style as accessible...

...have a lot of experience instructing at various levels of education. I have tutored middle school reading and math. I served as a high school biology teacher (I hold teaching license for biology grades 6-12), and am currently a professor at Tidewater Community college in the biology department. I love science and have a passion for my subject matter. I have a B.S. and an M.S. in biology and have worked in research and laboratory...

...in Biology and minor in Chemistry at Virginia Commonwealth University in three years as part of the Guaranteed Admission Program for Medicine. I was admitted to this highly competitive BS/MD program on a full scholarship directly from high school. I am passionate about academic success and very knowledgeable in college and medical school preparation. My primary tutoring experience includes admissions coaching, standardized test tutoring, and essay revisions. I value mentorship and forming lasting relationships with...

...the material can present a challenge. I am a firm believer that just because you may not understand the course material, does not mean you are not a smart individual that can succeed. While I have experience teaching those of all ages, I am most passionate about adult learners. I have a diploma in practical nursing, a bachelor's in healthcare management, and an master's in business administration with a concentration in healthcare administration. I am...

...much as I do. I scored in the 85th percentile on the MCAT, and my strong suits are Biology and Psychology/Sociology. I have written for The Spectrum (the student newspaper at UB) and took English literature courses there; I enjoy writing and can help with English or writing subjects as well. I earned my degrees in Neurobiology and Psychology and would love to help you learn both. Some of my favorite classes were Microbiology, Clinical...

I will make it the ultimate goal of every student I tutor to understand absolutely everything that they have trouble with. I aim to help with critical thinking and inquiry so that the student not only solves the problem, but understands the concepts and where they need to be used.

...students to apply knowledge learned throughout their program of study by coaching and guiding them to become better test-takers, problem solvers, critical thinkers and competent/confident nurses. My passion for tutoring goes back to my elementary school days, as I always helped classmates who struggled with content, which has continued throughout my career and community service activities. In my spare time I love to read, sew and exercise through walking, swimming or bike riding. I also...

...of learnersfrom middle and high school students to undergraduate science majors, MCAT test-takers, and aspiring medical students. I've served as a university learning assistant, an MCAT tutor, a pre-medical mentor, and an ESL teacher for refugee women across the U.S. These experiences have taught me how to adapt to different learning styles, create a supportive environment, and make complex material more approachable. I take a structured, strategic approach to both learning and teaching. I focus...

...skills and advance their careers. I have a particular fondness for precepting nursing students, as I believe in the importance of mentoring the next generation of healthcare providers. In addition to my work as an educator, I am also the proud owner of a psychiatric practice where I provide personalized education and support to individuals with special needs. As a parent of a daughter with Down Syndrome and a special needs son, I understand the...

...in a certified learning center, as well as independent tutoring in college chemistry. I have tutored many courses and have tutored students with varying learning styles and from diverse backgrounds. As a successful first generation college student who is now applying to medical school---and who has consequently learned firsthand how to successfully study---my tutoring philosophy is that it is critical for a student to understand the "why" of his or her studies. From my experience,...

You don't have to know all the answers, but just where to get them. I look forward to working with each student to reach their potential. My tutoring approach is very simple. Whether it's an acronym, a creative song/saying, a book, or a picture, I am looking to use all the tools that will help the student connect the dots in their lesson! :)