...During this time, also worked as a researcher at UCSD Medical Center, where I investigated how different drug therapies can be used to treat brain cancer. Besides having a degree in Biology, I'm a certified science teacher and taught middle school science for 3 years. I'm currently on my second year of medical school and have learned about the anatomy of different body systems. (read more)
...I started tutoring students of this age when I was in 9th grade, through 11th grade, as a volunteer community service to my former junior high. I have continued working with students of this age in math, science and English, on occasion, through my employment at various after-school prep academies. This experience extends to students of grade levels 3 through 8. (read more)
...While as a teacher in class, I try to fine-tune the level of my teaching so that the average group in my class understand me, when it comes to tutoring, I always fine-tune my method of teaching such that I can satisfy the needs of the student being tutored one on one. As everyone probably agrees... (read more)
...I always try to provide a quick turn-arounds and quick replies, and share notes or materials that I think could be beneficial to students. Also, I welcome feedback from students and parents, and I am happy to adapt tutoring strategy accordingly. Finally, saw first-hand how teachers who are enthusiastic about their subject motivate students. (read more)
...At UCSD, I was a teaching assistant for an upper division biology course, leading sections of 30+ students in weekly reviews, test preparation, and practice problems. As a tutor, there is no better feeling than working alongside a student, watching them master a once unfamiliar topic, and be abl... (read more)