"Hi, I’m Kristy. I recently graduated from Columbia University with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and Political Science. I have worked as a medical assistant in a private practice and in clinical research at Columbia and NYU. I’m an incoming M1 who scored a 130 on the CARS section of the MCAT, placing me in the 98th percentile. Many pre-med students struggle with CARS, but I’m confident I can help you turn it into a strength. With my educational background in both STEM and social sciences, I understand the differences between reading text in each field and can help you adjust accordingly. CARS isn’t just a test, it’s a puzzle, and with the right tools and strategies, you can solve it!

I am also able to provide support in ACT Reading and English where I scored a 35 and 36, respectively. My methods usually involve asking students to answer 1-2 passages to learn how they approach questions. My goal is to help you identify your strengths and weaknesses in these areas and use strategies personalized to you to improve your scores. We will also work together to create a rigorous but realistic study plan, focusing on issues like content mastery, pacing, and avoid distractors, to ensure you stay on track between sessions.

I am currently an Americorps volunteer teaching in an elementary classroom, and I have experience tutoring middle school and college students one-on-one. Thus, I can adjust my teaching style to students of all ages. I strongly emphasize building a relationship with my students, and I love seeing them grow their confidence in standardized testing. Please reach out if you're interested in working together or have any questions!" less...