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As a seasoned OT, mentoring staff and students is my passion, and even influenced my daughter who is now a COTA®. Working in pediatrics for most of my career, and guest lecturing in two local university programs, I am well versed in understanding learning strengths and differences and can adapt to all learning styles. Understanding test questions and use of clinical reasoning are key areas we can develop together, especially in the complex area of pediatrics.

Specialization: Pediatrics across inpatient, outpatient, home health settings, schools, SI clinic owner.

Pace: Moderate

Teaching style: Student centered emphasizing analysis, clinical reasoning and ability to teach back, a proven method of retaining critical information.

Available: Friday afternoons, weekends

I am a fairly new OTR®/L who passed with a 464 on my third attempt. I have a great deal of experience on how to dissect questions, properly prepare for the exam and how to create strategies for the most positive outcome with confidence. My personal journey with the NBCOT® has taught me specific areas of focus in order to properly prepare for the NBCOT®.

Specialization: SCI, splints, pediatric reflexes, neurological conditions, intervention planning, physical disabilities, adaptive equipment, and geriatrics.

Pace: Slow

Teaching style: slow, use of acronyms, use of visuals and use of organized methods to create a hands on experience.

Available: Weekday evenings and Sunday evenings (EST)

"With several years of experience writing questions for the NBCOT® exam and teaching occupational therapy, I"ll help you improve your weak areas, enhance your clinical reasoning and ensure you're comfortable with key topics. Hundreds of my students passed the exam; and so will you."

Specialization: Teach and tutor introductory occupational therapy across the lifespan, pediatrics, geriatrics, and wellness.

Pace: Moderate/Fast

Teaching style: student-centered, encouraging and confidence-building, with focus on improving clinical reasoning skills.

Available: Weekday and Sunday mornings and afternoons, occasional evenings (PST)

“Since starting in 2015, I have helped many students pass the exam. Because I have worked both as as OT and an OTA, I have a unique skill set that is beneficial for all students. I am dedicated, creative, and I can customize my teaching style to best fit your needs.”

Specialization: Physical Disabilities and Hands

Pace: Moderate/Fast

Teaching style: Methodical, organized,and compassionate. I can be fast or slow paced depending on what will benefit you most.

I have more than a decade of tutoring experience. I am compassionate and caring and love to help others succeed and be able to find the strategies and tools that work the best for them. I am able to work with a variety of learning styles and students and can individualize tutoring strategies to best suit each student.

Specialization: Pediatrics, Neurorehabilitation, early intervention

Pace: Fast

Teaching style: Adapts to each student's learning style and works with each student to target the areas that are most important. Seeks to be compassionate and encouraging and helps set realistic goals with each student.

Available: Every other Monday, and Fridays

After working as a COTA®,I am now licensed to practice in both New York and Vermont. Along with being a Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist, I have tutored numerous students that have gone on to pass this exam.

Specialization: Adult acute care, sub acute rehab and out patient therapy practices.

Pace: Moderate/Fast

Teaching style: fast paced but thorough, repetitious, and Socratic

Available: Weekday mornings and evenings Monday-Friday.

“I am confident that I can help you develop new strategies, identify problem areas, and give you the knowledge needed to break down questions. I am excited to embark on this journey with you. Your goal is to pass the NBCOT®, and my goal is to give you the appropriate tools to achieve that goal.

Specialization: Musculoskeletal impairments, SCI, neurodegenerative diseases, and mental health

Pace: Fast

Teaching style: I identify your learning style and problem areas, then adapt the session to meet your needs.

Available: Weekday mornings and evenings, Monday-Friday (EST)

As the Head Tutor here at Pass the OT and a 8 year seasoned OTR®/L, my expertise is to help students pass the NBCOT® exam and to cultivate the skills necessary to be confident, focused, and strategic during the test. My personal experiences and challenges with the exam have lead me to advocate for students and to develop a modality that is simple, straight forward, and targeted to your individual needs and learning style. If you require clarity on where to begin preparing for the NBCOT® or if you are unclear where your mistakes lie, then I can provide an outline that will guarantee your highest success on the exam.

Specialization: Good foundation knowledge in all areas with specialties in Physical Disabilities, Geriatrics, Pediatrics

Pace: Fast

Teaching style: I identify your weaknesses then provide you with tools to critically think, understand key points, and see bigger themes with any scenario presented. I act as a mentor to ensure that you not only grasp the content, but can also appropriately conceptualize the information. I guide my students to be able to excel while simultaneously instilling self-assurance.

Available: Weekdays and weekends. Mornings and Evening.

I am a new OT who passed the exam with a 495, using Pass The OT! With previous tutor experience, I have expertise individualizing tutoring sessions to best meet students’ needs. I can help you pinpoint your weaknesses and develop a strong approach to answering the NBCOT® questions. I have specialized experience in physical disabilities, mental health, neurological disorders, as well as pediatrics. I look forward to being apart of your success!

Specialization: I have specialized experience in physical disabilities, mental health, neurological disorders, as well as pediatrics.

Pace: Moderate

Teaching style: Individualized and student-centered, with focus on clinical reasoning and strengthening approach to answering questions

Available: Weekday mornings and evenings. Select weekends.

As a new OT who has experience tutoring OT students, strategies for how to break down NBCOT® test questions are fresh in my mind. I believe I have the skills to help students focus on what the questions are truly asking and learn the most important information for the exam through their studies. I took the NBCOT® exam and passed on my first attempt with a 513! I am passionate about helping students succeed and will customize our tutoring sessions to meet your individual needs.

Specialization: Pediatric Development, Sensory Integration, Developmental Disabilities, & Vision

Pace: Moderate

Teaching style: Tutoring sessions customized to fit your individual needs and learning style. I will help guide you through analyzing questions and topics in order to ensure you feel confident with the material.

Available: Weekday mornings and occasional weekends (CST)