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Fun Facts
I was born in Brazil and I have lived in 5 different countries throughout my life (Brazil, South Korea, Switzerland, Canada and U.S.A.). I can speak 4 languages; Portuguese, Spanish, French and English. I am very passionate about soccer; I have always played competitively and even traveled abroad to participate in a youth world cup. I am also a musician. I have played the drums for 10 years and been a DJ for 8 years. I also enjoy exploring nature, surfing and skiing.
About Me
After graduating from UC San Diego with a major in Physiology and Neuroscience, I worked with Alzheimer's Disease research. I am now a third year medical student at Georgetown University School of Medicine. It is my goal to become a Cardiologist. Through tutoring, I can fulfill my two passions--learning more and helping others.
As a mentor, I am determined to share my expertise in certain subject areas with a professional, compassionate and dedicated attitude.
Experience
Before leaving home for college (2012), I was responsible for tutoring my sister every day. Her learning disabilities required me to be understanding and pragmatic in my approach. While in high school, I helped my peers succeed in their IB exams. In college and medical school, I created study groups and organized review sessions. Helping my sister and peers has been truly rewarding. These experiences were demanding but also enjoyable, and I have become a better person as a consequence.
Approach
First, I like to make sure that the foundations and fundamental concepts are well understood. I prepare notes summarizing the main ideas and review them with students. Then, practice makes perfect with exercises of increasing difficulty. Finally, we look at the application of our knowledge so that students see the bigger picture and engage with the material. Throughout the process, I emphasize the importance of being organized and disciplined through positive reinforcement.
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Physiology & Neuroscience
Georgetown University
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MDAnatomy Physiology I Tutoring
At UC San Diego, I have taken two lecture courses in Physiology and one laboratory course. I was lucky to have the same excellent teaching assistants for both professors that taught me in this subject. With my interest in class and my initiative to form study groups, I formed close relationships with both professors and teaching assistants alike. I learned much on the subject throughout my Bachelor's of Science in Physiology & Neuroscience. DISCLAIMER: Anatomy was not a focus of my classes and I am not qualified to tutor Anatomy.
Biochemistry Tutoring
At UC San Diego, I received an A in upper-division Metabolic Biochemistry. In the MCAT (pre-medical exam), I scored among the top 3% in the Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems section. I have taken extensive notes in this subject and attended my professor's office hours.
Biology Advance Tutoring
In High School, I received the highest score possible in Higher Level Biology as part of my International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. At UC San Diego, I received excellent grades in upper-division biology classes including Genetics, Physiology (I, II and Lab), Endocrinology, Metabolic Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and a Recombinant DNA Techniques Lab. In the MCAT (pre-medical exam), I scored among the top 3% in the Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems section. I have taken extensive notes in this subject and attended my professors' office hours. I have formed and led study groups in this subject through high school and college.
Chemistry II Tutoring
In High School, I received the highest score possible in Higher Level Chemistry as part of my International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. At UC San Diego, I received A's in the General Chemistry lecture and laboratory courses. In the MCAT (pre-medical exam), I scored among the top 3% in the Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems section. I have taken extensive notes in this subject and attended my professors' office hours. I have formed and led study groups in this subject through high school and college.
Nutrition Tutoring
At UC San Diego, I took an upper-division Nutrition Course and received an A+ in the class. I took extensive notes and attended the professor's office hours.
Physics Tutoring
In high school, I took Physics as part of my International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. At UC San Diego, I received excellent grades in six Physics classes (I, II and III, with their respective Labs). In the MCAT (pre-medical exam), I scored among the top 3% in the Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems section. I have taken extensive notes on this subject and attend my professors' office hours.
Portuguese Tutoring
I was born and raised in Brazil, where Portuguese grammar, literature and writing are taught every semester in every year, including high school.
Spanish I Tutoring
My mother is from Uruguay. She is also a certified teacher of Spanish as a second-language. I speak Spanish at home, with family and with friends.
Study Skills Tutoring
Keeping a 3.6 GPA at UC San Diego and scoring in the 98th percentile (top 2%) in the MCAT (pre-medical exam) required dedication, but most importantly disciplined and efficient study skills. I still had time and energy to research part-time and pursue other passions of mine. For me, planning and organizing my study habits allows me to visualize and keep focus on my goals. I try to transmit this idea to my students so they may enjoy learning while they study.
Algebra Tutoring
During High School, I received the highest score possible in Higher Level Mathematics as part of my International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. At UC San Diego, I scored A in both of my Math classes. I have taken extensive notes in this subject and attended my professors' office hours. I formed study groups through high school and college.
Homework Coach Tutoring
Keeping a 3.6 GPA at UC San Diego and scoring in the 98th percentile (top 2%) in the MCAT (pre-medical exam) required dedication, but most importantly disciplined and efficient study skills. I still had time and energy to research part-time and pursue other passions of mine. For me, planning and organizing my study habits allows me to visualize and keep focus on my goals. I try to transmit this idea to my students so they may enjoy learning while they study.
Drums Tutoring
I have been a drummer for 10 years. I have taken musical theory classes and drumming classes in both a private setting as well as in a competitive music-only public school. I have played in 3 bands and performed during my high school's graduation ceremony. I am constantly searching to improve my techniques while trying to match my drumming skills to my eclectic taste in music.
Microsoft Excel Tutoring
I had to learn and use Excel's resourcefulness to receive excellent scores in college-level laboratory courses (General Chemistry, Physics, Organic Chemistry, Physiology and Biology). I feel comfortable using Excel and explaining how to use it to organize, analyze and present data.
Psychology Tutoring
At UC San Diego, I scored A's in General, Cognitive and Behavioral Psychology courses. In the MCAT (pre-medical exam), I scored among the top 1% in the Psychological, Social and Biological Foundations of Behavior section.
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