...Academically, I have taken molecular genetics classes that went in-depth on transcription factors, telomere length regulation, the phases of the cell cycle and genes/pathways involved in cancer and programmed cell death. I have also taken classes that taught evolutionary development, and TA'ed f... (read more)
...And last, my wife and I ran a dance studio for nearly a decade where we taught adult education classes. My mantra through all of these different forms of teaching has been to adapt my teaching style to meet the needs of my students (rather than expecting your learning style to match my preferred... (read more)
...Algebra students and I often go over classroom/home work problems and additional, personalized problem sets that I put together in order to help the student master the material. I have tutored high school students in both Algebra II and SAT math prep over the past two years. I scored a 780 on SAT math, an 800 on the Math II test for SAT II, and a 36 on ACT math. (read more)
I'm Elyssa! I graduated from Slippery Rock University with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree as well as the University of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor of Science in Natural Sciences. As a physical therapist, I am constantly educating patients of all ages on the human body, movement principles, and other health related topics. (read more)