Ellen
MD with Significant Tutoring Experience: USMLE, Med School Admissions
Hi, my name is Ellen, and I am an M.D. and resident physician. I am also a highly experienced tutor and academic coach. I currently tutor for the USMLE Step 1, Step 2CK, and Step 3, as well as NBME Shelf exams for medical students. I scored in the top quartile on Step 1, received a 271 on Step 2CK, and scored in the top 10% on Step 3 as well. I received high marks on all my shelf exams allowing me to earn honors in every rotation. I graduated in the top 5% of my class from the University of...
study skills
MCAT
organic chemistry
psychology
anatomy
physiology
proofreading
ACT Reading
I scored in the 95th percentile on the ACT, and have recent standardized test taking experience succeeding on the MCAT. I am experienced in many methods of studying and preparing for standardized tests and would love the opportunity to help you succeed on your exams as well.
English
government & politics
Almost all of my college electives were taken in Government and Politics, I was one class short of receiving a minor, and I received a grade of A/A- in all Political Science courses. I took the AP Government and Politics class in high school and received a 5 on the test, and in college I have taken Comparative Politics, State Government, American Congress, and Political Psychology.
ACT Science
I scored in the 95th percentile on the ACT, and have recent standardized test taking experience succeeding on the MCAT. I am experienced in many methods of studying and preparing for standardized tests and would love the opportunity to help you succeed on your exams as well.
ACT Math
I scored in the 95th percentile on the ACT, and have recent standardized test taking experience succeeding on the MCAT. I am experienced in many methods of studying and preparing for standardized tests and would love the opportunity to help you succeed on your exams as well.
ACT English
I scored in the 95th percentile on the ACT, and have recent standardized test taking experience succeeding on the MCAT. I am experienced in many methods of studying and preparing for standardized tests and would love the opportunity to help you succeed on your exams as well.
statistics
My background is in Psychological Statistics. In particular, the University of Colorado offers a Psychological Statistics class which I took and excelled in, as well as I gained further experience working in a Psychological Research Lab. I have significant experience successfully tutoring many students for this class, regardless of the professor.
biology
chemistry
grammar
I took honors English and grammar classes throughout my secondary education, as well as grew up learning English from a woman who had learned English in school (as a second language) in a foreign country and therefore heavily emphasized grammar. I have experience with most forms of writing, persuasive, informational (expository), and scientific writing/research papers. I received an A in every english and writing class I took in college. In high school I took the Language and Composition AP exam and received a 5. On the ACT I received a 12/12 for the essay section, and received a score of R on a scale of J-T on the MCAT writing section.
writing
I have experience in most forms of writing, with most of my experience in persuasive, informational (expository), and scientific writing/research papers. I received an A in every english and writing class I took in college. In high school I took the Language and Composition AP exam and received a 5. On the ACT I received a 12/12 for the essay section, and received a score of R on a scale of J-T on the MCAT writing section.
college counseling
USMLE
Kathryn P. from Denver, CO
Ellen was absolutely the most patient and wonderful person I know. She literally taught me Organic Chemistry I and II in eight weeks and I was able to pass my class (which I never would have been able to do if it weren't for her). She is extremely knowledgeable and took the time to figure out how I learned and tutored based on that. You can't go wrong with her. She was AMAZING!!!
Caitlin V. from Littleton, CO
I hired Ellen R. to be my tutor for Organic Chemistry II after my first exam showed less than desirable results. I thought I was a lost cause until she showed me extreme patience and care. Not only was she able to explain concepts in an easy to understand manner, but she provided study tips, and also encouraged me that I could pass the class. Also, Ellen told me that I could text her any time if I had a question. Additionally, Ellen genuinely wanted to know how I performed on the exams and what she could do to make me feel more comfortable solving problems. It is safe to say that I could not have passed Organic Chemistry II without her. I would definitely recommend her skills to a friend who is struggling with Organic Chemistry because I actually looked forward to our sessions instead of dreading the thought of Organic Chemistry.
Elizabeth P. from Greeley, CO
Ellen tutored me through Organic Chemistry in five weeks this summer! She dedicated at least 8 hours a week to me, purely educating me on organic. She is a very knowledgeable in all areas of science and also has many test taking tips too! Without Ellen I would not have passes my Organic Chemistry class, she is very caring and invested to every student individual grade. I would recommend her to anyone to thinks they might need help, sever help or just reassurance in their work! Thank You Ellen.
Kendall M. from Arvada, CO
Ellen helped me through senior year chemistry in which I never thought I would be able to survive! My grade easily went up after meeting with her weekly. She is extremely confident in all that she teaches & always there to answer questions, even if the question is over a text after a session! Loved working with her!
Diana M. from Lafayette, CO
Ellen does a great job a walking through each step of the analysis to answer the question whether its algebra or English ACT prep work.
Becky K. from Arvada, CO
Ellen R. is a perfect match for my daughter. She was so quick to reply, and answered all of my initial questions. Her communication skills are top notch and she is very professional from the get go. She showed up on time for the tutoring session and was ready to go. She was right on with the information to get my daughter up to speed in her Chemistry class. She is so intelligent and within five minutes knew where my daughter needed help. She was positive, and knows her Chemistry for sure. My daughter was thrilled with Ellen! Ellen really motivated her to get caught up. I cant say enough. She is awesome, and I would highly recommend her as a tutor! The best! My search is over!
John M. from Louisville, CO
Ellen formed an immediate rapport with my daughter. She identified where my daughter had weak spots in her understanding and was able to reconstruct the necessary concepts and connections in an effective way. I believe with a few more sessions her foundation and problem solving will be much improved.