Merlyn

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Merlyn holds a bachelor’s degree in Human Biology and is a certified ESL tutor who has taught ESL and science in South Korea and tutored online and in person. She uses a student-centered AINE approach and an I do, we do, you do scaffold to meet each learner where they are, turning mistakes into learning opportunities and building confidence step by step. She has experience supporting students with ADHD, autism, and dyslexia and was recently commended in a tutor spotlight for her work with a special needs learner. Merlyn tutors students from preschool through college in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, medical science, and ESL, and she keeps lessons practical and engaging with hands-on practice, clear routines, and regular breaks. Families describe her as patient, adaptable, and encouraging. Outside of teaching she plays guitar, studies Korean and Spanish, enjoys travel, and brings real-world curiosity and a love of science into every session.

Monday 9am-3pm and 3-11pm Eastern Standard Time
Tuesday 9am-3pm and 3-11pm Eastern Standard Time
Wednesday 9am-3pm and 3-11pm Eastern Standard Time
Thursday 9am-3pm and 3-11pm Eastern Standard Time
Friday 9am-3pm
Saturday-no available
Sunday 9am-11pm Eastern Standard Time.

I used the I do. We do. You do . Method that prioritizes student interaction.

I have a batchelors in Human Biology.
I am a certified ESL tutor.

I have experience teaching and tutoring ESL and science in South Korea . I also have tutored online for a year and am currently an o nine tutor. Ive tutored family and friends in person as well.

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Merlyn
$64.00 USD

Subject Expertise

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Biochemistry
Biochemistry
Biology
Biology
Chemistry
Chemistry
Cooking
Cooking
Creative Writing
Creative Writing
Electromagnetism
Electromagnetism
ESL
ESL
Genetics
Genetics
Guitar
Guitar
IB English
IB English
Life Sciences
Life Sciences
Life Skills
Life Skills
Medical Science
Medical Science
Microbiology
Microbiology
PSAT
PSAT

Cognitive Diversity

How I adapt to students with diverse intellectual needs.

I use thr AINE method for tutoring. Adapt: every student has a different learning style and prime environment. Some need a more structured approach. Others need a more relaxed environment. I have thought students with learning disabilities across the spectrum.
Interact: I use the I do ,We do, You do approach with a strong emphasis on scaffolding to gradually allow the student to gain confidence and work on their own.
Never give up: Students should feel empowered by their mistakes and gain confidence instead of losing confidence. Mistakes help you learn and I do my best to Instill a positive outlook to make students more confident.
Engage: Students will struggle to learn if they can't enjoy the subject or hate it. My goal is to bring enjoyment into learning. I'd like to help my students see learning as an activity rather than a chore.

I have had several students with ADHD. I keep students engaged by giving them space to break from the lesson and then pulling their attention back. For every 30 minutes of study you should take a 5 minute break . This si advised for even medical students. I apply this to teaching my adhd students . Ehen they need space to talk I give it to them. For those who need more structure we can plan breaks.