Expert IB Biology SL/HL & MYP Bilingual Instructor, Examiner & Head of Science Department, holds B.Sc and M.Sc in Biology, has 10+ years of teaching experience.
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Adriana C.
Country: Mexico, Mexico City
Tutor Bio
I have a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Biology. I have been a teacher for ten years; I am currently head of the department at an IB world school and teach DP 1 and 2 SL Biology. My students have a 100% pass rate on the IB exam. I am also an IB examiner. I can tutor in English and Spanish. Tutor Introduction
Teaching Experience
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2017-Present @ Bachillerato Alexander Bain, Mexico City
Head of Science Department & IB Biology Teacher
International Baccalaureate DP HL Biology bilingual instructor: 100% pass rate in the IB exam -Sustainability class instructor. Curriculum revision of STEM courses grades 7-12, supervision of instructional and assessment methods. Diversity campaigns coordinator: gender equality and LGBTI inclusion.
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2019-Present @ International Baccalaureate, Remote
IB Examiner
Test and Internal Assessment examiner English and Spanish, using RM Assessor 3.
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2016-2018 @ Casa Hogar Margarita youth shelter. Mexico City
Volunteer Support Teacher
Aided underprivileged middle school and high school girls with schoolwork and preparation for tests. No students failed classes or dropped out of school while under my guidance. One student obtained a substantial scholarship.
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2015-2016 @ Sierra Nevada School, Mexico City
Arts and Science Instructor
Implementation of hands-on FOSS kits for the instruction of science.
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2013-2015 @ Study and Work, Remote
Curriculum Developer
Curriculum developer for high school Biology and Environmental Science classes online: I developed both classes' curricula, devised all learning and evaluation tools, and structured the course on Moodle.
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2012-2015 @ Liceo Mexicano Japonés, Mexico City
ESL Middle School Instructor
Prepared Japanese and Mexican students for Cambridge language examinations.
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2010 @ McGill Bird Observatory, Montreal, Canada
Volunteer
Volunteer bird observer and assistant bander for the summer banding season.
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2010-2011 @ Morgan Arboretum, Montreal, Canada
Arboretum Tour Guide
Education
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Mississippi State University, USA
Master of Science in General Biology
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McGill University, Canada
Bachelor of Science in Animal Biology
Teaching Skills
Biology HL
Biology SL
Biology
Diploma Programme
Middle Years Programme
Tutor Teaching Style
I believe every student is capable of success when given adequate tools and the right motivation.
Assess what the student knows and doesn't know, Introduce the topic and Solve exercises
By obtaining knowledge of the learning tools that work for them and helping them create their learning strategies.
To use positive reinforcement and a growth mindset. If the student feels and sees that they are achieving things every class, it is less likely that they will give up.
Use different techniques, from them having to explain the concept to me, to showing them animations, to using physical models they can make or use at home.
Students have to feel free of judgment so they can ask questions and feel free to say they didn't understand as many times as necessary. Kind treatment, clear expectations, and realistic goals are the best way to start.
Usually, by telling them about interesting real-life applications. Whether it is a piece of news, a video, or something that connects to their lives.
I usually share a PowerPoint with all the relevant concepts and a list of keywords, and I also use worksheets and IB exam-style questions from the question bank.
Tutor Quote
Every student is capable of success when given the adequate tools, and having the right motivation.
