UCSD Biology Undergraduate

Sara R.

Hi, I'm Sarah! I'm currently a freshman at the University of California San Diego, majoring in Human Biology with plans to pursue medical school. Thanks to taking multiple AP level classes and participating in dual enrollment during high school, I graduated with a weighted GPA of 4.733 and currently hold junior standing.

I joined Wyzant to gain tutoring experience, support students of all levels, and earn extra income as I enter my second year of college. In addition, I bring 4 years of teaching experience from leading martial arts classes which helped me develop patience, communication skills, and adaptability to effectively work with others.

While my experiences in tutoring are mainly with elementary level students through family connections and an afterschool tutoring club, I'm passionate about helping students succeed academically. I offer support in Spanish, biology, statistics, karate, and to elementary students! Some of the AP courses I've completed include Spanish Language, Spanish Literature, English Language, English Literature, Statistics, and Biology. At UCSD, I have also taken cell biology along with Organismic and Evolutionary Biology, allowing me to expand my knowledge to reinforce key concepts taught in AP Bio.

Throughout high school, I spent the majority of my time navigating challenging coursework alone, allowing me to realize how invaluable a tutor can be to not only improve grades, but to build confidence and develop effective study habits. My goal is to provide students with an individual learning plan that suits their needs. I will implement strategies that have worked for me, including mnemonics and engaging visual aids to simplify challenging concepts.

My summer hours are flexible and I aim to respond to messages within an hour. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or to schedule our first lesson!