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Tawny tutors in Ithaca, NY

Tawny C.

Private tutor in Ithaca, NY

Education

5th year PhD student in Dept. of Molecular Biology & Genetics, Cornell University B.S. Biology (Genetics), Minor in Spanish, University of Iowa

Experience

Teaching Experience: * Teaching Assistant for Undergraduate Genetics, 281, Cornell University (2010) * Teaching Assistant for Molecular Evolution, Cornell University (2011) * Teaching Assistant for Genetics, 281, Cornell University (2013) Awards: * Presidential Life Science Fellowship, Cornell University, (2009-2010) * Graduated with High Distinction, University of Iowa, GPA 3.93/4.0 * University of Iowa Valedictorian Scholarship (West High School, Iowa City, Iowa) Relevant Classes (Undergraduate and Graduate): * Calculus I and II, biostatistics * Genetics, Molecular Genetics, Microbial Genetics, Advanced Eukaryotic Genetics * Spanish grammar, Spanish literature Why I want to be a tutor: I really like engaging with students and helping them understand difficult concepts. It is very rewarding to watch as students gain understanding of a concept and in this way help them pursue their own academic and career goals. This is what motivates me to pursue a career in academia. I understand that each student is unique in his/her learning style and that one explanation may suffice for one student but not another. Therefore, I am committed to learning how each individual best learns and understands each concept. I will work with the student to find the best way for him/her to understand and approach his/her assignments and exams.

Subject Expertise

BiologyMolecular BiologyGeneticsGeometryPre-calculusSpanishWritingSATGRE

Availability

Weekdays after 7PM, Weekends at any time

Can Meet

Up to 15 minutes away for no additional charge

Hobbies

I am very active and enjoy hiking, running, pilates, yoga and lifting weights. I love music and can play both guitar and piano. I dabble in photography. I am happiest when I am outside. I love watching birds and animals in their natural habitat. I have 2 cats and love animals in general. I have 2 sisters who both live in CA and I am always excited to go visit them!

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