Award-Winning Physiology Tutors in Silicon Valley, CA

...subjects, my favorite subjects to tutor are Biology and English. I enjoy teaching Biology not only because it is a subject which I am passionate about and have the strongest background in, but also because I love translating the biological world into terms more relevant to my students by using analogies and illustrations. I also enjoy teaching English because I've seen the enormous impact a strong English background can have on a student's overall confidence...

...and tutored students individually in genetics, cell biology, and biochemistry. I also competed on my college’s varsity swim team. Since graduating, I have worked as a full-time research specialist in a cancer biology lab at the University of Pennsylvania and part-time as a lifeguard and swim instructor at the UPenn pool. I am starting medical school this fall. Clearly I am passionate about science, and I think a huge part of that comes from a...

...those into the living science. So I believe this is a superior science. I have in particular come to understand the value of sharing learning objectives and success criteria with student through teaching. My university course, especially my teaching practice, has confirmed my belief that teaching is one of the most challenging, demanding, and exciting passions for me. I really look forward to working in a job that is so important, being privileged to be...

...from 15 to 40. That includes high school students, college students, medical students, and even working professionals trying to learn new things. A high school student has a career of 50 years ahead of him or her. Think of how the world has changed technologically over the past 50 years. Watch an episode of "Mad Men" if you need a frame of reference. Now imagine how much more things will change over the next 50...

...in medical missions to third world countries each summer to provide healthcare for the people in rural villages. I continue practicing medicine as a part time physician at a free clinic in San Francisco. As a current research scientist in association with the Batey Relief Alliance, a nonprofit organization, I work closely with a genetic laboratory on clinical research projects. My teaching experiences include elementary level to college level as well as medical students. My...

...all As every semester in every class: what's more important is your effort. One's efforts and hard work are what really measure one's intelligence and my goal as a Varsity Tutors instructor are to not only teach my students the material but also encourage them to work hard as school is simply a test of what the real world will be like. As I head onto to graduate school this fall, I look forward to...

...to one day work as a surgeon. I am knowledgeable in a vast range of subjects related to math and science but the subjects I love the most are anything related to biology, especially human physiology. The human body performs amazing feats every day in order to keep us alive and to help us heal when we are injured. Everyday scientists learn something new about the body which is why I love physiology. In addition,...

...given my predilection for engineering. As an undergraduate, I was a teaching assistant for the Economics Department where I taught lower and upper division sections along with hosting individual office hours. Herein I learned that the best method to convey complex concepts is through customized practice problems that increase in difficulty and the number of interrelated topics they test. In addition to tutoring, I also volunteer at SundayFriends in San Jose where I work with...

...Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry and Theology with minors in Biology and Chemistry from Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI. I completed my MD from American University of Antigua and am currently preparing for my USMLE (United States Medical Licensing Examination). I have taught high school Sciences in the past and can teach most Math through Calculus. While at Marquette, I completed a congressional internship on Capitol Hill with David Obey (2003), so I also specialize in AP...

As a UC Berkeley graduate with medical school aspirations, tutoring and teaching is a natural transition. I have experience with all age groups (elementary to post-college) and enjoy the process of creating true understanding along with building strong relationships with my students. If I can share even a fraction of my love of science, math and other subjects with students I know progress will be made!... Using guided questions and creating a strong knowledge foundation to help every individual learn the best way possible for them!