Knowledgeable, flexible tutor w Masters Degree, Med School Bound

PLEASE NOTE, I AM CURRENTLY ONLY ACCEPTING STUDENTS FOR SUMMER 2013. I WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE FALL 2013.

I have a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Arizona State University and a Masters Degree in Medical Science from the University of South Florida College of Medicine. I have been accepted to start Medical School this fall. My schedule is currently very flexible.

I am primarily interested in the sciences but I am happy to help in a variety of subjects. I have tutored students both independently and through institutions for many years. I am well aware that the same study methods don’t work for all students and I have a variety of methods that I’m happy to teach, I will keep trying until we find the best method for you. I have worked with students of all ages, from nannying toddlers and helping them study ahead of their grade level, and working with struggling jr. high/ high school students, to college students and even adults. I lived in Japan for 2 years and taught private lessons and small group classes where I formulated the curriculum, activities, quizzes and take home assignments. The classes were not only educational and challenging, but they were fun too.

I know how challenging school can be. I have been there and I have survived and succeeded, and I’d love to help you get there too. I can help any age student with study skills and can help develop effective study plans and schedules to help you ace your exams. I have a variety of college level textbooks as well as textbooks for the MCAT from those top tier private companies.

I look forward to working with you towards a brighter future!

Sincerely,
Melissa

Melissa's Subjects

Math:	algebra 1, algebra 2, geometry, prealgebra
Science:	ACT Science, anatomy, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, genetics, microbiology, pharmacology, physical science, physics, physiology
Music:	piano
English:	English, grammar, literature, proofreading, public speaking, reading, vocabulary, writing
Test Preparation:	ACT Science, GED, MCAT
Language:	Japanese
History:	geography, social studies, world history
Special Needs:	phonics
Elementary Education:	elementary (k-6th), elementary math, elementary science, grammar, phonics, reading, spelling, study skills, vocabulary
Business:	public speaking
Corporate Training:	grammar, Japanese, proofreading, public speaking
Homeschool:	algebra 1, algebra 2, biology, chemistry, elementary (k-6th), English, geometry, Japanese, physics, piano, prealgebra, reading, study skills, writing

Physical Science

When I was in grade school I never liked science, even though I won "Science Student of the Year Award" from the district in 5th grade. I didn't think I was good at science, and I dreaded it in college. But looking back over old report cards I realized that I always did well in science. I must have had a mental block about it. Now that I've been through college and grad school and am about to start Medical School I realize just how fun science can be IF it is taught right! I think it's very important... Read More

Elementary (K-6th)

I have volunteered in elementary classrooms for subject test preparation, spelling test prep., science projects and individualized tutoring. I am very familiar with ways that children learn and can break complex ideas down into more simple language to help them undertand. One example is that I explain medical diagnoses and surgical procedures to small children as part of a volunteer job in a local hospital. Before deciding to study health & medicine I was studying to be an Elementary School teacher... Read More

Piano

I took 12 years of private piano lessons and am comfortable teaching beginning students.

Study Skills

In college I worked with professional at the university to learn study skills and find successful ways for me to study. I learned many different styles that I can apply with different students. I have used various methods with different students and will seek to find you the perfect study method; flash cards, flow charts, turning lessons into games, making simple songs, or creating catchy phrases to remember complex things. I made several lesson plans complete with work sheets and quizzes for... Read More

MCAT

I will be starting Medical School in Fall 2013. I took the MCAT multiple times and am very familiar with the test. I studied on my own as well as taking professional study programs. I have several textbooks, my course notes, and am happy to help students prepare for this exam. I know how stressful it can be and I understand the importance of studying the right things to prepare. I can help students with ways to build up their stamina to prepare for the exam. Additionally, I can help make a strict... Read More

Genetics

I took Basic Medical Genetics in my master's program and earned an A.

Pharmacology

My master's degree included a course in Pharmacology, in which I earned an A.

Social Studies

I took the required social studies courses while in K-12 and I took several social studies themed classes throughout college. While I am not an expert on the subject I would be happy to help K-12 students work through their homework, projects, papers and prepare for tests.

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Education

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ (Kinesiology) University of South Florida - Morsani College of Medicine (Master's)

Great Tutor — Melissa is an excellent tutor. She always arrives on time and is fully prepared to help my daughter with her algebra and chemistry homework. She is very flexible with the schedule and is very involved in my child progress in school. She is thorough and explains concepts in a way that my daughter can understand. We are glad to have her as a tutor.

— Agata from Miami, FL

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Melissa will travel within 5 miles of Miami, FL 33129.

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