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DAT, Chemistry, and CASPer Tutor w/ 8+ Years of Teaching Experience
Kayla P.

821 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

Hourly Rate: $55
Response time: 3 hours

About Kayla


Bio

Hi everyone! My name is Kayla, and I'm a Pediatric Registered Dental Assistant and Specialized Orthodontic Assistant. I have a strong background in tutoring a wide range of biology, chemistry, and organic chemistry classes--from high school to graduate-level coursework. I also provide tutoring in specialized, upper-division biology courses including Molecular Microbiology, Protein Structure, Parasitology, Neurobiology, and Virology.

During my undergraduate career, I spent 4 years as a Lead...

Hi everyone! My name is Kayla, and I'm a Pediatric Registered Dental Assistant and Specialized Orthodontic Assistant. I have a strong background in tutoring a wide range of biology, chemistry, and organic chemistry classes--from high school to graduate-level coursework. I also provide tutoring in specialized, upper-division biology courses including Molecular Microbiology, Protein Structure, Parasitology, Neurobiology, and Virology.

During my undergraduate career, I spent 4 years as a Lead Biology Lab Instructor. I also worked as an Advanced Reading and Math Specialist at Thriving Minds Learning Center, helping special needs students reach grade-level curriculum.

My tutoring approach is multi-layered. Beyond helping students solidify difficult concepts, I focus on building lifelong academic skills, such as study strategies, time management, and effective exam preparation. I tailor my approach to each student's learning style and needs.

In addition to subject tutoring, I offer extensive undergraduate and graduate mentoring. I review personal statements, primary and secondary applications, and provide in-depth interview preparation for both pre-meds and pre-dental students.

As a first-generation college student, it's an honor to support others as they navigate their educational journeys. I'm committed to providing affordable, accessible tutoring and mentorship. I look forward to working with students of all ages--together, with your commitment and my support, we'll help you achieve your academic and professional goals.


Education

San Jose State University
Biology
California State Univeristy, East Bay
Graduate Coursework

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $55
  • Rate details: No shows are subject to the full rate. Rate will start exactly at the time agreed upon (with respect for tutor's time).
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required
  • No background check

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Biology

Biology

B.S. in Biology, minor in Chemistry; concentration: Systems Physiology. Completed graduate coursework in Biology in 2021.
Chemistry

Chemistry

B.S. in Chemistry, graduate coursework in Chemistry
Elementary Math

Elementary Math

Former Reading and Math Specialist at Thriving Minds Learning Center.
Algebra 1
Anatomy
Elementary Science
English
Physiology
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Outstanding Casper and PREview Tutor

I had the privilege of working with Kayla while preparing for the Casper and PREview tests, and I couldn't be more grateful for her guidance. Kayla is not only incredibly knowledgeable about the content and structure of these exams, but she also possesses a rare talent for teaching complex concepts in a way that is clear and accessible. Her patience is unmatched—she took the time to ensure I fully understood the rationale behind each answer, helping me develop the critical thinking skills necessary to excel. Thanks to her dedication and expertise, I scored above average on both tests. If you're looking for a tutor who genuinely cares about your success and will go the extra mile to help you achieve it, I absolutely recommend Kayla!

Ryan, 19 lessons with Kayla

DAT Prep and Dental School Application Assistance

I have had the privilege of working with Kayla for over a year, and during that time she supported me through every part of the DAT study process, from science and PAT content review to test-taking strategies to building my confidence. One of the things I appreciated most was how personalized her teaching was. She took the time to understand how I learn and adapted each lesson to fit my needs, whether that meant using different visuals, simplifying tough concepts, or giving me memory tricks that really worked! Her assistance not only helped improve my scores but also taught me effective study techniques and helped me manage my test taking anxiety.Now, Kayla and I are working together to put together my dental school application, and her feedback and guidance have been incredibly supportive and invaluable. I would definitely recommend tutoring with Kayla! She truly cares about the success of her students and goes above and beyond to ensure you get the results you’re aiming for.

Tharshana, 130 lessons with Kayla

Exceptional Interview Prep with Personalized Guidance

Kayla was incredibly helpful in preparing me for my interviews with DO schools. With her extensive experience in medical school interviews, she provided invaluable insights and guidance throughout the process. She tailored her tutoring sessions to fit my comfort level, ensuring that I felt confident and prepared for each interview. Kayla's understanding and supportive approach made a big difference in my preparation. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for thorough and personalized interview coaching!

Margi, 11 lessons with Kayla

Extremely skilled and dedicated!

I am so lucky to have found Kayla to work on CASPer and PREview! She made preparing for both exams seem very enjoyable, and I felt very confident after each lesson with her. She dedicated A LOT of time out of her busy schedule to help me achieve my goals while accommodating my schedule, which I greatly appreciated. She is truly an expert in both of these exams, and an excellent teacher. You can tell she really cares for her students, and wants them to succeed. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND her!

Rita, 100 lessons with Kayla
Tutor responded:

Amrita, Thank you for your kind review. It's been a pleasure working with you over the last few months. As the lessons have progressed to interview preparation for medical school, it's been a privilege watching you receive multiple acceptances, of which you've worked incredibly hard for. While it's a daunting process, thank you for trusting me and taking my advice/guidance. Congratulations!

Amazing, Patient, and Knowledgable Casper and PREview Tutor!

Kayla was exceptional in helping me prepare for the Casper and PREview exams. She explained the concepts carefully and explained the rationale behind the answers thoroughly to me. She puts a lot of effort into making sure her students understand how to answer the question correctly. I absolutely recommend her for helping with preparation for these situational judgement tests,

Mahdiya, 6 lessons with Kayla

Organized, productive, and kind Tutor

Kayla was so helpful for me as a student studying for Casper. In just a couple of sessions, I was able to feel so prepared for exam day. Kayla is so organized, thoughtful, eloquent, and kind to her students. I felt that every session was so productive and worth it. I'm happy I found Kayla because I would not be as prepared as I was, and she is one of the best tutors I have worked with!

Elaine, 11 lessons with Kayla

Very knowledgeable and easy to work with

She is outstanding ! We would highly recommend Kayla! My son feels she is easy to understand and has helped him so much ! He is now doing very well in Chemistry !

Rosalind, 19 lessons with Kayla

Incredibly good at breaking things down

Kayla was very patient and broke things into digestible pieces. She was good about repeating things she thought were not solidly understood yet. And asking questions to keep engagement and understanding

Allison, 15 lessons with Kayla

The Best Tutor You Could Ask For!

Kayla is SO amazing! She is so smart, kind, sweet and patient. In just two weeks, Kayla taught me so many things that I didn’t know or that wasn’t clear in my college lecture. I was very lost in Chemistry until I found Kayla. She always fit me in whenever I felt I needed the extra help and she makes you feel super comfortable, and is extremely motivational! Anyone who needs tutoring help in Chemistry, most definitely contact and choose Kayla! I recommend her to anyone :)

Jessica, 13 lessons with Kayla

She is hands down one of the best tutors I’ve ever had!

Kayla has been such a phenomenal tutor and mentor from creating a concrete study plan for studying for the DAT and also for the CASPer exam! She has always explained each subject very meticulously and made it enjoyable and easy to understand. She’s currently helping me prepare for my dental school interviews and has genuinely solidified my confidence throughout the journey. I now consider Kayla a lifelong friend of mine and I’m so grateful that she was guiding me throughout this rigorous journey. She is hands down one of the best tutors I’ve ever had!

Anonymous, 15 lessons with Kayla
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