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Experienced and Encouraging | 10+ Years Tutoring
Melissa A.

663 hours tutoring

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About Melissa


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I have years of experience working for one of the top test preparation companies as a class instructor, coach, and one-on-one tutor for the MCAT and LSAT. I have mentored hundreds of students of all ages and abilities, including individuals retaking their exam, non-traditional applicants, working parents, and much more.

I have done graduate work in Biochemistry and also received my PhD in Cell & Developmental Biology, with a focus on Developmental Genetics. I'm super passionate about these...

I have years of experience working for one of the top test preparation companies as a class instructor, coach, and one-on-one tutor for the MCAT and LSAT. I have mentored hundreds of students of all ages and abilities, including individuals retaking their exam, non-traditional applicants, working parents, and much more.

I have done graduate work in Biochemistry and also received my PhD in Cell & Developmental Biology, with a focus on Developmental Genetics. I'm super passionate about these subjects and love sharing that with others!

I come from a big family of teachers, and there has never been any doubt that I have what we like to call “the teaching gene”. I began tutoring younger students as a freshman in high school, continued as a teaching assistant and peer tutor in undergrad, and then moved on to graduate-level test preparation. My favorite part about tutoring is that I am able to get to know each and every one of my mentees and help them succeed as an individual.

I would love to chat with you about how I can help you succeed, so please reach out!


Education

College of St. Benedict
Chemistry
Medical College of Wisconsin
PhD

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Approved Subjects

Biology

Biology

With a graduate degree in Biology (with a focus on a molecular, cellular and genetic mechanisms) and over a decade of experience teaching, tutoring, and TA-ing at the high school and college level, I love to help my students succeed!
Genetics

Genetics

I am close to completing my PhD in Cell & Developmental Biology with a focus in Developmental Genetics and can help with any level of Genetics coursework.
LSAT

LSAT

I previously worked as a Kaplan LSAT tutor and course instructor (which requires a minimum 90th percentile score). I spent four years working with LSAT students at Kaplan before branching out on my own.
MCAT

MCAT

I began tutoring MCAT students after scoring >93 percentile on my own exam, and achieving a near-perfect CARS score. I previously taught Kaplan's MCAT courses (large and small group) and left solely to have more control over my own schedule and focus on my favorite part - one-on-one tutoring. I frequently help students not only with content, but how to plan out their studying efficiently and how to approach MCAT-style questions specifically. The success of my methods is demonstrated by the fact that my one-on-one students average an 11-point increase on their official exam scores.
Algebra 1
Anatomy
Biochemistry
GED
Physiology
Prealgebra
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Very Knowledgeable and explained very well

Melissa provided me with a great custom tailored study plan that would best suit my personal schedule and goals. We also went through a couple of passages and discussed them. Melissa explained the concepts very clearly and in a way that was easy to understand

Moshe, 5 lessons with Melissa

Great LSAT Tutor

Melissa is a great LSAT tutor. She broke everything down in multiple different ways so I was able to understand the question, the different answer choices and how to answer the specific question type. She would listen to what I had to say when I didn’t understand a question and she would make it make sense in my brain. My score would not have improved if it wasn’t for her. She was extremely encouraging and patient. She has amazing knowledge of the LSAT and every kind of question they could possibly ask, if you’re looking for a tutor definitely make an appointment with Melissa :)

Emma, 55 lessons with Melissa

Knowledgeable and Patient

Melissa provided exceptional tutoring in LSAT, breaking down complex topics into easy to understand concepts. Her engaging teaching and practical examples made learning enjoyable and effective.

Carol, 26 lessons with Melissa

Well Versed, Understanding, and Patient LSAT Tutor

I took one lesson to fine-tune my LSAT skills before an upcoming exam and Melissa helped me identify where I needed help. She was able to answer all of my questions, provide thoughtful understanding, and patiently work with me. I saw immediate results in practice! I would recommend Melissa to anyone!

Nicholas, 1 lesson with Melissa

Detail-oriented tutor

Melissa gave me strategic advice on how to approach the passages by thinking thoroughly. By implementing her advice in my test-taking strategies I have been doing better on my practice questions and feeling more confident.

Tete, 8 lessons with Melissa

Great tutor

For my MCAT content review phase, she has been detailed on how to approach the chapters and chapter questions. I like that she also makes weekly schedule and also includes “catch up” day incase I’m behind schedule.

Tete, 8 lessons with Melissa

MCAT Prep

Have been working with Melissa for a few weeks and she has helped me improve my content knowledge and test taking skills. We do practice passages while I speak my thoughts out loud and she takes notes. I like this method as it gives her insight on the thought process I have as I am working through problems then she gives me back feedback on my strategy, thought process, and future practice. She also helps me tailor my schedule accordingly, based on what I mention and what I struggle with during practice. She’s very pleasant and comfortable to work with.

Rose, 51 lessons with Melissa
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