Award-Winning Anatomy Tutors serving San Antonio, TX

...have completed my Master's in Public Health (MPH). I've been tutoring all my life and am excited to continue with Varsity Tutors! I specialize in most Math and Science subjects, as well as subjects directly related to medical school (and of course the MCAT). I've always enjoyed learning, and I believe anybody can improve in any subject if it's presented to them in the right way. If you're struggling don't be discouraged!... Overcoming internal obstacles is...

...effective learning style is. Ideally, this means that each student would come to me and tell me exactly what works for them and what doesn't. However, many students don't know exactly what works best for them, and may not even be aware that they prefer one teaching style over another. That is where listening and being patient become very important aspects of my job, and is why one on one time can be so valuable....

...Martinez and I'm currently a junior at the University of Texas at Austin. I've been tutoring since high school, and have a particular interest in math and natural sciences. I'm currently an honors anthropology/ pre-med student at UT Austin while also playing drums and intramural basketball with the school! I take much pride in helping others learn concepts that they previously struggled with while employing a calm environment for you to learn.... Help walk the student...

...provided ongoing support and expertise through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and overall evaluation. I worked with both general and special education students. I have had to re-evaluate how I monitor learner’s progress due to the number of learners I served and have learned to be proactive when problems arise. I have developed areas of strength in organization, time management, and communication. It is my goal to combine my range of experience and expertise with my...

...importance of teaching each student individually because every student has their own set of gifts and challenges and what may work for one student may be totally different than what works for another. When I am not teaching and tutoring, I love to play piano and go flying with my husband. I also love to explore the great local and state parks around San Antonio and experience all of the cultural activities than San Antonio...

...physics to 11th and 12th graders at Cy-Ranch High School in Cypress, TX. I mainly tutor juniors and seniors in ACT and SAT, math/science subjects, and educator certification candidates. I thoroughly enjoy tutoring. In my mind, what makes a good tutor is someone who can listen to, interact well, and understand the needs of the student. This is so important because it establishes an environment where both the student and the tutor feel comfortable expressing...

...advocate, it was vitally important to be person-centered and strength-focused to uphold an environment that was not only invitingly safe, but also nonjudgmental. This opportunity allowed me to expand my skills by serving as a therapeutic counselor providing guidance, supervision, and model behavior to children, during their time of crisis. Utilizing the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and Love & Logic Model, I conducted individual and family counseling sessions alongside group enrichment activities and daily case management....

...enjoyed teaching and have a rich array of teaching experiences, from teaching first grade where they are just bursting with enthusiasm, to teaching Korean doctors in rural South Korean towns the intricacies of medical and conversational English. My diverse background in teaching started when I acquired a teaching degree in social studies from The University of Texas at San Antonio which then was augmented by a B.S. degree in respiratory therapy from the University of...

...A&M University-Kingsville. I received my Bachelor of Science in Biology from Baylor University and my Master of Science in Biology from Texas A&M University-Kingsville. For the past few years, I have been teaching a variety of Biology courses at the college level including: Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Introductory Microbiology Laboratory, and Cell Biology Laboratory. My favorite subject to teach is Anatomy and Physiology. I like to take a very hands on approach when...

...at San Antonio who is pursuing a bachelor's degree in Liberal and Fine arts with a focus in Psychology, specializing in abnormal behaviors. I was entered into a program in high school which allowed upperclassmen to tutor underclassmen in areas that we did well in. I also am hoping to become an SI, or Supplemental Instructor, in classes such as Psychology and History at my college. While comfortable teaching a large number of subjects, History,...

...I volunteered with a group that met at a local church and helped children with their schoolwork while their parents took classes at the church. I worked with middle school children and helped them with math and reading. Later, one of my professors asked me to tutor his friend's college-age grandson in chemistry. We met for several hours a night, two to three nights a week, and although we worked hard, we both had a...

...firm believer that students learn best when they are actively involved in the learning process, with the teacher serving as a facilitator and a guide in order to direct students to pertinent resources, as well as resources to further expand their mastery of a particular concept, helping them to realize the control they have in their own attainment of knowledge. I love working with students, learning what it is that helps them learn best, and...

...I graduated from the University of Richmond majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing Analytics and a minor in Mathematics. I have worked with kids of all ages, ranging from elementary school to college students through various subjects. I have also worked extensively with special needs children, doing everything from teaching special education to one-on-one in-home mentoring. Through my experiences, I have continued to carry my passion for working with children and have...

...have prepared me to make the decision to become a doctor. I remember discovering in kindergarten that I was a highly empathetic person. The first job that I dreamed of was becoming a veterinarian because of my love for animals. Being the first member of my family to work in healthcare makes me proud of the journey that led me to decide to become a doctor. I made this decision just weeks before my senior year...

...ability to make complicated topics understandable. My favorite area is standardized testing. I love the look on a student's face when they realize that they don't have to be nervous about an exam - that it can actually be really fun if the questions are viewed as the simple patterns they really are. In my free time, I love watching movies, reading, swimming, and exploring the city. I also play in a weekly ice hockey...

...plan that helps them achieve their potential. Tutoring allows me to keep my skills in the sciences fresh, while helping other students. I am passionate about the sciences and like to apply concepts I learn in class to real life situations. In my first year of dental school I completed a rigorous biomedical science curriculum including anatomy (with cadaver dissection) and physiology. I received honors in these course and would love to tutor in those...

...in medical school, I obviously love science involving anything that has to do with the body, so I would be very excited to assist with biology or other topics in that area. In addition to general coursework, I'm more than happy to help with exam prep for the math, science, and writing sections of the SAT/ACT (no critical reading/reasoning...not a huge fan of that stuff!). Outside of school, I really enjoy traveling to other countries...

...and understand. I love learning new things myself, but nothing compares to the sense of accomplishment and purpose that comes with helping others do the same. I take great pride in developing individualized tutoring programs for my students based on their specific needs and goals. I previously taught high school for several years and also have tutoring experience in a wide variety of subject areas. At this time, I focus almost exclusively on assisting students...

...chose pediatrics because, in addition to medicine, I love to teach and feel that this field will allow me to practice both. After graduating from UNLV with a Bachelor of Biology, I attended Touro University Nevada and earned a Master of Science in Medical Health Sciences. During the program, I took first year medical school courses including anatomy, biochemistry, physiology, immunology, histology and embryology. After completion of my degree, I continued to tutor master students...

...Louisiana and moved to Austin, TX in 2000. I enjoy working out, running, reading, movies, music, and concerts. My tutoring style focuses on identifying a student's strengths and weaknesses and explaining problems that cater to student's learning style. I strive to create a fun, encouraging and collaborative environment so that students feel comfortable tackling material, asking questions, and identifying goals and challenges. I am excited to help students and families achieve academic success.