Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...where I received my Bachelor of Science in biochemistry and a minor in chemistry. I offer tutoring for science courses, including biology, chemistry, biochemistry, organic chemistry, anatomy/physiology, and more, as these are the subjects that I am most passionate about. Considering that I am still a student myself, a strong skill of mine is connecting with my students and breaking down complicated subjects in a way that they can understand. In my spare time, I...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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Saint Louis University Bachelors in Health Management and Policy and Women and Gender Studies. Currently an M.D. candidate at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. Passionate about helping students of all grade levels with the sciences, math, writing, reading comprehension, and history. MCAT and ACT tutoring as well.
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...I led MCAT teaching sessions where I supported my classmates with study resources, test-taking strategies, and personalized mentorship. Watching their confidence and scores improve reinforced my commitment to creating an environment of growth and encouragement. My academic background has equipped me to teach a range of subjects, but I am most passionate about math, science, and reading. Within science, my strongest areas are biology and chemistry. No matter the subject, I focus on clear communication,...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...M.S. in Engineering. I also took and passed the Fundamentals of Engineering and Professional Engineering exams. With all of the various studies I've completed, I have a very solid background in math and science. Part of why I wanted to go to medical school was to help make a difference in the lives of others. Tutoring is another way where I can make a difference too. I truly enjoy helping others learn and achieve success....
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...am currently preparing applications for medical school, but continue to invest in educational settings in classrooms as well as a private tutor. I have a knack for disseminating complex material in an understandable way, and have a few great technology tools that allow me to provide cutting edge educational experiences for my students, including but not limited to my SurfacePro and access to all Adobe software, on which I made supplemental instructional materials for a...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...students in Algebra 1 at the University of Maryland. My favorite subjects to teach are Math and Chemistry. My teaching philosophy is to strengthen my student's basic understanding of subjects and get them to understand the topic rather than just memorize (which unfortunately is how most public schools work). I approach teaching from the perspective that my students should learn not just what to think, but how to think. This way, they can apply their...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...in a holistic approach to teaching because in my experience students are far more willing to learn when seemingly arcane subjects can be tied into their day to day life and their relevance concretely demonstrated. I delight in finding and applying these connections, and I look forward to teaching others to find them as well. In my free time I enjoy playing badminton and bicycling. I also enjoy cooking and exploring local restaurants around town...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...definitely two of my favorite subjects! I have been tutoring students of all ages for the past 20 years. I enjoy teaching any level of math, science, psychology, Spanish, and basic English! Apart from this, I love offering new techniques to students who want to ace their standardized tests (SAT, ACT, and MCAT) on their first attempt! Tutoring is so important to me because I stand as a strong advocate for equitable education, intending to...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...biological sciences because there are endless examples, workable problems and area of interest that help to make the subject really fun! My teaching philosophy centers around individualism, no student learns the exact same way as any other student and I am a firm believer in catering my teaching to the needs of my students. I was born and raised in Wyoming, so the outdoors is a huge part of my life. I enjoy snowboarding, skiing...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...dual in Biology and a minor in Psychology. From there, I studied and took my MCATs, eventually spending 3 years at University at Buffalo School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. I now have a Master's in Biomedical Engineering and work as a research engineer at a medical device company! As you can probably tell - I'm a bit of a biology nerd. I have been tutoring informally since high school, had a position as a...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...a number of experiences tutoring students from elementary school to adult learners in subjects ranging from algebra and organic chemistry to microeconomics and sociology. A lifelong commitment to learning has led me to pursue tutoring jobs or positions for the past 9 years. Even while I tutor a large range of disciplines, I especially like preparing students for the MCAT (in the past seeing increases of 10+ points) and love teaching physics.
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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I am currently attending the University of Texas at Austin, pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Infectious diseases. My goal is to help people better understand basic biology and perhaps attend medical school in the near future.
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...No doubt, you will see your best results once you have learned to enjoy the grind of becoming an expert of the material placed before you. Together, we can learn to enjoy the process as well as enjoy the results you will achieve. Whether you are working through upper-level science courses to complete a pre-med degree, taking the MCAT before applying to medical school, or studying for the USMLE Step 1 or 2 exams to...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...studying at CSU, I worked as a medical scribe for an internist at University Hospitals. I completed my program, and took the MCAT, last spring. Im currently working for a pediatrician in Boston while I wait to hear back from medical schools. I enjoy helping other student prepare for the MCAT because it is such a significant step on the path to becoming a physician. With enough time and a disciplined study schedule, it can...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...a supportive and engaging learning environment for my students. My experience in tutoring high school biology has reinforced my belief that personalized guidance is crucial for academic success. I strive to connect with each student by tailoring my approach to their unique learning styles, helping them to navigate complex scientific concepts with confidence. My motivation for tutoring stems from a genuine desire to inspire curiosity and foster growth in my students. I am excited to...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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Hi! My name is Alexis. I recently graduated from Elon University and have two and a half years of tutoring experience. I am enthusiastic about learning and sharing my knowledge with others!
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...University majoring in biomedical engineering. I'm also pre-med, and plan to apply to medical schools next summer. I have a lot of experience tutoring, as I have worked as an instructor at Mathnasium and as an organic chemistry peer tutor at Duke. I would be really excited to help you prepare for the MCAT, because I understand how difficult this exam can be and I know how important this exam is to your aspirations of...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...with upper level math classes (such as calculus), and science courses (biology, chemistry, and physics). I am in the process of applying to medical school as well. I have been fortunate to have already been accepted into a couple of schools. I would love to help you prepare for the MCATs and get a head start on your medical school application. I think this one-on-one tutoring model can be a powerful study method in preparing...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...degree in Biological sciences , where I graduated with honors from University of Illinois at Chicago. This academic achievement laid a solid foundation for my understanding of Biology, chemistry, physics, speech and its practical applications. To enhance my teaching skills, I pursued a Research in Neurological sciences, which equipped me with advanced pedagogical techniques and an in-depth understanding of diverse learning styles. Over the past years, I have worked as a tutor for high school...
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Certified MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems Tutor in Arcadia, CA
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...interest. In my experience, helping students and seeing them succeed after their hard work is very rewarding for both myself, the student and the family. Not only do I seek to help students achieve academic and testing success , I also strive to foster students' capability to learn and problem solve independently, skills that will apply to any academic subject and in everyday life. Aside from learning about the human body in class, I enjoy...
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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 Arcadia 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.
