Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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As someone who has endured multiple standardized tests and successfully completed high school and college, I understand the importance of tutors.
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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Hello! My name is Gabriella and I recently graduated from Cornell University with a degree is Biological Sciences with a concentration in Genetics, Genomics and Development. While at Cornell I ran a chemistry study group and tutored in general and organic chemistry as well as several biology courses. I really enjoy working with students on an individual level, finding out the best ways to help them learn the material, and helping them achieve their academic goals.
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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...presenting, especially if a point is unclear. This not only helps my students to gain a complete understanding, but it also drives me to improve how I explain a concept. My passion for being a tutor comes from my family. I am the oldest son in a family of four children and took great pride helping my younger siblings with their homework while I was in high school. In my free time, I enjoy being...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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...about Biology, Chemistry, and Psychology. I am also skilled in preparing students for college entrance exams (ACT and SAT) and Advanced Placement (AP) exams. I'd like to say that I have never struggled in school, but that is simply not the case. I know very well the struggle and frustration with receiving bad marks no matter how much effort I put in. I felt myself the anxiety surrounding standardized testing, especially before and during the...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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...patience and an ability to creatively try to explain concepts when it seemed that mere repetition wasn't working. With that student, I gained experience tutoring up to junior high level math, high school science, English, History, as well as SAT Verbal Reasoning prep. My experience with another young teen student showed me the importance of developing a quick alliance with the student enough to at least help them see me as more than someone their...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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...I pursue a career in Medicine. After graduating, I spent two months hiking the Appalachian Trail, further piquing my interest in physiology and environmental sciences. As far as my tutoring philosophy is concerned, I practice what I preach. My study methods have given me a measure of success both in the classroom and regarding standardized tests. I de-emphasize memorization in favor of conceptual understanding. We all love to see the questions we were presented with...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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I am a pre-medical student currently applying to medical school. I remember how difficult my science classes and MCAT were and I hope to provide effective and compassionate tutoring.
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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...Department of Defense, I recently decided to switch careers in order to pursue a calling in Medicine. This decision required a return to academia to complete a litany of core science classes required for medical school. Having recently completed these requirements, I would be thrilled to assist students in their journey through these subjects. With the new MCAT format heavily emphasizing Biochemistry, I feel confident that I can help students achieve their maximum potential, having...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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...into an MD/PhD program, but first want to travel abroad to volunteer in medical clinics in third world countries. I began tutoring when a student my mom was homeschooling needed a science curriculum that my mother didnt feel equipt to teach, I then continued on to tutor students in math and science as well as for the SAT throughout my high school career. I didn't do much tutoring in the beginning of my college career...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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...with people and helping each individual realize their potential. I work well in groups, love to teach and don't worry, I am very patient especially when a subject is new to someone. I understand some of the frustrations with difficult classes and I know how to approach many of the classes younger students take since I have a younger sister whom I've taught for many years. My long term goals are to work in healthcare,...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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...5% in the nation, including a top 2% score in the critical analysis (reading) section. On the ACT, I scored in the 95th percentile, with a Reading Comprehension score in the 97th percentile. I began teaching and tutoring in 2011, and have helped students in a number of different areas, including the MCAT sciences, SAT and ACT test prep, and even volleyball coaching. I spent two years in a Neuroscience PhD program before realizing that...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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BS in Chemistry from the University of Florida. I am a pre-med student with a specialization in chemistry and the life sciences. I like to teach kids of all ages in various subjects. I employ an example-driven teaching approach that relates concepts to everyday life.
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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...my favorite subjects to teach out of the whole bunch are biology (middle school through MCAT biology and college microbiology) and physics. Math and science are among the most daunting subjects for many students, but they're the most intuitive subjects at their core. Using a show-don't-tell approach to tutoring, I guide my students and give them the tools they need to discover first-hand the intuitiveness of these subjects. My hobbies include reading, slacklining (do a...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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...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 my students. Outside academia, you will most...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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...the effects of TXA in trauma patients. In addition, I am currently conducting an independent research project in the Goldberg lab, a WUSTL School of Medicine lab dedicated to elucidating molecular mechanisms of the malaria parasite. I believe my extensive research experience places me in a strong position to tutor for the MCAT, an exam very centered around reading portions of research articles and understanding figures. Although I have not tutored for the MCAT before...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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...holistically and work on how to attack the problems you might see on quizzes and exams. I find this approach keeps students from being overwhelmed with background information and helps them feel like they can tackle homework and practice problems on their own. I am currently on my gap year before medical school. I've taken the MCAT twice, first scoring a 515 and then a 518. Since then I have been tutoring in all MCAT...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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...from University of Miami in 2019 with a Bachelor of Science 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...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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My life has been spent in education, especially in the field of the medical sciences. I have been both the student and the professor for several years. Through these experiences I learned how to be a better student through teaching and a better teacher through listening to teachers. I hope to take the experiences, lessons, knowledge and passion I have gained over the years and pass it on to my students.... Every student learns in a...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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I'm a resident physician and recently graduated medical school with my MD. I've tutored students of varying ages and abilities from middle school through other medical students. I specialize in math and sciences as well as topics related to medical education, but I also have been very successful with writing professional essays and personal statements. I'm confident I can help you!
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Crest Hill, IL
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...three core principles: 1. Individualized Learning: Each student receives a customized study plan tailored to their specific needs and learning style. 2. Progressive Methodology: I employ the "I do, we do, you do" teaching strategy to build confidence and competence systematically. 3. Independence-Focused: My ultimate goal is to develop self-reliant learners who can tackle future challenges independently. I work most effectively with motivated students who are invested and engaged in their academic success. While maintaining...
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Crest Hill MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutoring FAQ
The Biological Sciences section of the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is an extremely important portion of the exam. Admissions committees place tremendous weight on this section, as it directly reflects an applicant's knowledge of the material most relevant to the study of medicine. Preparing for this portion of the test often requires a significant time commitment and a structured approach to ensure that every topic is covered in sufficient detail. MCAT Biological Sciences tutoring serves to not only help students craft an overall study strategy, but also to work through review materials, cover challenging topics, and review practice questions and exams.
Each MCAT Biological Sciences tutor has scored exceptionally well on this section of the MCAT, and many are outstanding students at the nation's leading medical schools. The scope of the MCAT Biological Sciences section covers the entire spectrum of the field of life sciences and organic study. MCAT tutors are knowledgeable in all aspects of introductory biology and organic chemistry, and can dictate the depth to which your lessons cover relevant material, helping you avoid the pitfall of studying the wrong concepts in too much detail. Your tutor has helped students with topics like molecular biology, metabolism, DNA and protein synthesis, microbiology, genetics, cellular biology, physiology, and evolution.
Aside from biology content, your tutor is also available to aid you in reviewing the many challenging organic chemistry subjects covered on this section of the MCAT, such as stereochemistry, covalent bonds, spectroscopy, molecular structure, reactions with all major organic compound classes, and the basic biochemistry of macromolecules. No matter what area you struggle with, your MCAT Biological Sciences tutor can help. Not only do these tutors bring extraordinary depth and breadth of knowledge to their lessons, they have demonstrated apt communication skills when discussing complex topics. They can cover any topics, and account for your pace and learning style, enabling you to fill any gaps in understanding and more adequately prepare in advance of the exam.
In addition, tutors are flexible in scheduling meetings with you whenever and wherever works best for you. Work together at home or in a library; face-to-face online sessions can supplement your efforts if your scheduling is complex. Furthermore, meetings can take place as frequently as you need, allowing increased review if you feel nervous or unprepared as the test date grows near. This is a much more adaptable approach than a classroom-based preparatory program, which has to cover a set syllabus for a large number of people within a specific amount of time. If you start with your tutor well in advance, there will be plenty of time to go over the material you are least familiar with. Your tutor can also assess your abilities from the beginning, and will track your progress to fine-tune the lessons along the way. They'll quickly see how you are doing by assessing the results of practice exercises, assignments, and homework. Your MCAT Biological Sciences tutor is a skilled instructor with experience in both taking the test and in teaching it.
The Biological Sciences section, or more specifically, Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems, consists of 59 multiple-choice questions. You are given 95 minutes to answer all of these. Knowing all of your facts about organic and inorganic chemistry, basic biology, and biochemistry, therefore, is extremely important. Preparing for this section requires special attention because of the technical nature of the material, in contrast to the Chemical and Physical Foundations, Behavioral, and Critical Analysis and Reasoning sections of the MCAT. Contact one of Varsity Tutors' educational directors today to learn more about how connecting with a private MCAT Biological Sciences tutor can help you fully prepare for this important section of the exam.
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Recent Crest Hill MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutoring Session Notes
We began the session with questions the student had come across in her studying about enzyme kinetics. After she felt that she understood, we worked through practice biological passages for the rest of the session.
Today we went through some passages in the biology section of MCAT 11, we looked at the physical sciences section of that test last week. Of the problems we went through (about 29) she only got 9 wrong (compared to the 19 that she originally got wrong when she took this test last summer). I gave her very minimal guidance on this and we were thrilled with her results. Also, she is taking another practice test on her own. She has only finished the physical sciences section but scored 1 point better on it! It is the first time she has gotten that high in physical sciences. Very happy!
We reviewed the different types of isomers in organic chemistry, and then we were planning on going over some physics, but there was a mix-up and the student had already covered the physics material, we were meant to go over.
This session we reviewed the basics of organic chemistry: nomenclature, lab techniques, bonding, etc. We also began to review the important reactions for specific subsets of molecules. Today we looked at alkanes and alkenes. Tomorrow we will continue to review important reactions and spectra analysis of organic compounds.
We reviewed some of the practice biological sciences passages in her textbook and reviewed some content for cellular metabolism as well. The student is going to get a content review book to couple with practice problems for preparation.
We discussed enzyme kinetics and a few weak points in biology, including evolution. We also mentioned gene therapy and the nervous system. Later in the session, we went over a few aspects of mechanics, notably torque and collisions. The science continues to go well - the student has recorded a number of practice tests in which she received scores that are within the bounds she's trying to reach. The verbal section is the remaining sticking point.
