Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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...be reading comprehension, grammar skills, algebra, test taking tips, time management, etc. During our sessions together, we will review the problems that I have provided for homework, and I will instruct the student on better and faster ways to solve the correct problems and demonstrate ways to approach the problems that they did not know how to solve. Additionally, I always find that my students have the greatest level of success as I foster great...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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...of Washington (Seattle) and will be graduating in the Spring of 2015 with a B.S. in Bioengineering. I have experience working with students as young as kindergarten to as experienced as undergraduates in college. I tutor reading, writing, science (physics, chemistry, biology), mathematics (all levels up to calculus), and MCAT preparation. My teaching style revolves around discussion of the material and doing practice problems to test understanding. I am very patient and don't get frustrated...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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...Pathway, Space Medicine Pathway, and TMA-MSS Leadership Honor Society honors. I have an extensive tutoring and advising background with undergraduate, medical school, high school, middle school, and elementary school students over the past 8+ years. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about STEM, medicine, and pre-medical training. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for the MCAT, ACT, or SAT, we have found the most advancements through strong mentorship...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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...I find teaching incredibly rewarding and enjoy getting to know each of my students learning styles and where I can most assist in their mastery of the topic. I also enjoy teaching not only for mastery of content but also strategic test taking for standardized and entrance exams at the undergraduate and graduate level. I believe that learning can be a very individualized process and do my best to tailor my sessions towards each student's...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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...take them. While I have a wide range of interests and am able to tutor various subjects, I am most passionate about tutoring in Standardized Test preparation (including ACT, SAT, SAT Subject Tests, and AP Exams), Biology, Chemistry, Math, and Spanish. I truly believe that students should have the opportunity to learn in the way that works best for them, and I love being able to help them succeed by creating a comfortable tutoring environment...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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I am an medical student at UTMB Galveston. The last MCAT I took was in January 2018 so I am well versed with what the test entails and how to teach students to conquer this test. I like to engage with my students to make sure that they not only know the information but that they are able to master it.
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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...Case Western Reserve University where I obtained a degree in Nutritional Biochemistry and Metabolism. I hope to attend medical school in the future. My main academic interests include STEM subjects such as biology, chemistry, mathematics. I have taken AP and IB classes in high school and have taken the SAT, the MCAT, and GRE successfully. My interests other than those mentioned above include running, reading, music, and spending time with my friends and family!
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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...flying colors I took the MCAT in mid July 2015. As someone who struggled with math and science in high school, but excelled in these same areas with the application of organization and effort, I feel confident in my ability to guide other students through a similar process. In terms of teaching experience, I taught ESL at a high school in Thailand, I co-taught Environmental Education to middle school students in Cameroon (in French), and...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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I strive to facilitate understanding in different subjects through the use of figures and drawings. I believe that these tactics are the best way to contribute to depth of knowledge on a particular subject. I'm excited to get to know you!
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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...students. I was also a teaching assistant for a psychology statistics course. I also volunteered as a counselor for after-school programs in the Boston area for 5th-8th grade children. I tutored students one-on-one in math and reading, and I helped serve as a guide to empower students. Additionally, I spent a year teaching a classroom of 1st and 2nd grade students in a Sunday-school program. I taught students Singaporean mathematics and fostered an appreciation for...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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...University with a BS in biomedical engineering. I've taken a variety of classes that have focused heavily on biology, chemistry and physics. Recently, I also self-studied for the MCAT 2015, scoring in the 95th percentile. As an individual looking to eventually attend medical school, I believe developing a fundamental understanding of the biological / medical science is extremely important, and there is no better way to learn material than being able to teach others. I...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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...speak at the NIH Office of Intramural Training and Education's "Preparing the Mind and Body for MCAT Success" to speak on the importance of work ethic and positive mindset when preparing for the exam. As an effective instructor recently scoring in the top 10% of all students on own exam, I will ensure that my students are poised to reach their fullest potential. When I am not tutoring, I am conducting biology research, watching Lakers...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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...and architecture, I am a current graduate student at Columbia University in the City of New York. Tutoring since high school, I have worked with students ages 11-22 (from middle school through college) in subjects as varied as math, organizational skills, PRAXIS prep, and of course, biochemistry! Additionally, I am well-versed in GRE, SAT, ACT, and AP exam coaching. Outside of the classroom, I have and continue to work in biochemical laboratories, play viola in...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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...Math, Science, Reading, and Standardized Testing. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive learning environment where each student feels valued and engaged. I believe that connecting content to students' interests and experiences enhances their understanding and motivation. I am passionate about helping students develop their language, math, and science skills, empowering them to communicate confidently and effectively. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy reading and exploring diverse cultures, which further enriches my teaching approach and...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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I am a recent graduate of Washington University in St. Louis and a current first year medical student at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. I began tutoring junior high and high school students in math and science as a freshman in high school, and have continued refining these skills throughout my time in college. I completed the MCAT in March 2017, and still vividly remember the study strategies that...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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...received my Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry and Cell Biology with a minor in Neuroscience. I then earned my MD from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. I am now in residency and training to become a dermatologist . My tutoring experience includes being a neuroscience T.A. during undergrad, an anatomy tutor during medical school, and as a volunteer tutor for middle school-aged children through various organizations. While I tutor a broad range of...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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...on what chemistry is at its core from a seemingly daunting, complicated, and boring subject to the very link between physics and biology. Since then, I have been an A student in college and passed all my chemistry classes with flying colors. The secret: the beauty of chemistry (or any other science) is not how complex it is but how incredibly simple it can be with the right mindset. I strongly believe that liking a...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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I'm a first-year medical student and recent graduate from Duke University, where I studied Global Health Determinants, Behaviors, and Interventions. From running a piano program at a nonprofit children's theatre to private tutoring in math, science, and standardized test prep, I enjoy helping my students become confident and self-sufficient learners!
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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...classes with several hundred students, I have worked with diverse groups of individuals, each with their own unique ways of learning. I find it most effective to work with students to solidify basic concepts so that they will be better prepared for much more advanced topics. With a good foundation, they will also have fun realizing their potential and want to learn more. In my spare time, I play the piano and like to go...
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Certified MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutor in Westminster, CA
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...profile! I'm a 3rd year MD student pursuing specialization in Neurology and Psychiatry. Our work together can include evidence-based study techniques, test taking techniques, habit formation, scheduling and study strategy, and a broadly biopsychosocial approach to a student's success. We can use the exam as the keystone and build with the fundamentals of learning, test taking, and wellbeing. I look forward to teaching subject matter and helping you approach your goals with a sense of...
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The Physical Sciences section of the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) involves questions covering general chemistry and general physics. With such a broad range of topics, it is important for you to have a comprehensive prep process that hits each and every concept. Furthermore, spending significant amounts of time with practice questions and exams can help develop your problem-solving and critical reasoning skills, which are crucial for success on this section of the exam. The available MCAT Physical Sciences instructors have all scored highly on this portion of the test, and they are motivated and passionate about helping you master the material relevant to this section. There's no reason to go it alone when preparing, as there are skilled professionals who can show you the way without any guesswork at all.
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Adequately preparing for the MCAT Physical Sciences section requires studying the course content and practicing with the test format. This section includes 52 questions, and you have 70 minutes to complete the entire set. Many questions are based on passages, and there are also several stand-alone questions that call on your existing knowledge, rather than a series of background details. Your final score is based on how many questions you get right; it is possible to skip questions or guess the answers, but sufficient practice and preparation should enable you to answer the problems confidently. Your MCAT Physical Sciences tutor will also discuss the formulas and equations you'll need to memorize, plus the material related to reaction chemistry, thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, and more. Although a periodic table of elements is provided during the exam, you should be familiar with the common elements and their basic properties.
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Recent Westminster MCAT Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems Tutoring Session Notes
Reviewed concepts in physics and chemistry. Reviewed concepts of kinematics including vectors and equations for linear motion. Completed high yield problems in linear motion. Reviewed practice problems on bonding and chemical interactions
The student and I discussed physics problems including torque, equilibrium, force vectors, electricity, and magnetism. The student made some minor errors due to misreading, miscalculating, or not understanding the questions properly.
We briefly discussed the test as a whole, then switched focus to physics. We started with kinematics, covering scalars/vectors, motion, falling bodies, and projectiles.
Per the schedule that the student and I worked out she is working on physical sciences until next Thursday. We spent this session answering some questions that she had about torque and center of gravity. After covering those topics we spent the last hour of the session working through verbal passages.
Today we went through the physical sciences section of a practice MCAT that the student took last week. We went through how hydrogen bonding affects melting point and properties of waves. Her verbal reasoning and biological sciences scores were up on this test so I'm really excited!
The student and I reviewed acids and bases (general chemistry) as well as periodic motion (physics). We went over a number of concepts and formulas, and then practiced applying these topics to discreet questions and some passage-based questions. Although I'd initially planned to cover sound today too, it seemed like we'd already covered more than enough content for one afternoon. Since both of these topics are topics that the student didn't feel confident in, I assigned two topical tests and a number of exam questions for her to practice on throughout the next week.
