About
I am a medical student in Philadelphia who specializes in Physiology, Anatomy, Biology, and the pre-medical sciences. I have been working as a tutor since under-grad and continued to do so throughout my post-bacc. and now during medical school.
I also enjoy teaching at the high school and middle school level. Additionally, I am a native Spanish speaker, so I am able to tutor spanish speakers, ESL, and sciences in Spanish languages.
I use an online whiteboard app. while tutoring so my students and I can work together in real time during our lessons. I ask my students to send me the material they want to review prior to the lessons so I come to the lesson prepared and waste no time.
Lastly, I am available to my students via text and e-mail between sessions should they have any pressing questions.
Recently, one of the youth climbers I coached told me she wants to study medicine because I "make it sound not so scary". I know what she means, because I felt that too once, although good mentors and friends showed me how great it can be!
This is what I enjoy doing, being able to share experiences and help you reach your goals by removing whatever obstacles are in your way, sometimes they are academic, and sometimes we block ourselves.
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
My first meeting with a new student is non-academic, and so it is free! It is important I get to know the student and ensure they feel comfortable with me as well. We talk about personal goals and interests outside of the classroom.
Then, we identify any anxieties surrounding the subject and make a clear plan to attack them. The ending of our first meeting involves creating a study calander which outlines what I expect my student to complete before meeting again. This involves organizing the material, making me a copy of the syllabus, and preparing what they would like to review.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a B.A. from Wesleyan University in Psychology with a minor in English Writing. I completed a post-bacc from UVM and currently attend medical school at Temple University.
Prior to starting medical school I coached a competitive youth rock climbing team.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Your first lesson is free! This gives us a chance to decide if we are a good match.
I then charge $60/ one hour lesson. First 5 minutes is used to set up and set session goals, 50 minutes of tutoring, 5 minutes for summary and plan. This fee includes my preparation prior to the lesson, as well as my contact information in case you have pressing questions between sessions.
If purchased in packs of 3, 5 or 10 I offer discounts (can be discussed on an individual basis).
How did you get started teaching?
I started tutoring friends while in college and someone said "you really should be getting paid for this!".
What types of students have you worked with?
I have worked with middle school students, high school students, college students, non-traditional students (I am one!) as well as ESL students.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Look for someone with a positive attitude, willingness to be flexible in their teaching style, and has ample experience working with different types of students.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What am I looking for in a tutor? Do I need motivation to push through the boring material? Or organizational skills? Or help understanding a complicated subject?
Once you know what it is you'r elooking for you can't go wrong in your search!