Karen
Certified Tutor

10+ years of tutoring

Karen

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General University of Pittsburgh
PHD, Medicine Vanderbilt University
  • I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a B.S. in Biology and Vanderbilt University with my M.D. and a Ph.D. in Pharmacology.

About Me

After that, I completed a residency in pathology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and became board certified in anatomical and clinical pathology. For the next seven years, I did post-doctoral research at Vanderbilt University. While I enjoy research immensely, I also love to teach! For the last seven years, I have taught AP biology, honors biology, college preparatory biology, as well as anatomy & physiology, AP psychology, and ACT science prep. At the college level, I have taught anatomy & physiology and pathophysiology to nursing students. One of my very favorite things to do when I teach or tutor is to bring real-world meaning to whatever topic is being studied. How much easier it is to remember details when someone can explain why it's relevant--why it relates to YOU! I bring a positive attitude and patience to tutoring, and I work hard to assess how I can best help each client. We will discuss how you learn best, and we will tackle anxiety issues with proven strategies. We will work to turn an "I don't know if I can..." to an "I'm getting the hang of this!"In my free time, I enjoy making handmade cards and jewelry, reading, and spending time with family.

Hobbies & Interests

Making handmade cards and jewelry, reading, spending time with family.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Biology, General - University of Pittsburgh
PHD, Medicine - Vanderbilt University

Q&A with Karen

I believe that students almost always understand more than they give themselves credit for! Therefore, one of my first priorities is to assess the student's level of understanding and provide encouragement. From there, we build the required knowledge base together, utilizing their strengths. We determine what "type" of learner they are--visual, auditory, kinesthetic, etc., and I tailor instruction so their learning can be both effective and efficient.
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