David S.
Prospect Heights, IL
Skilled Biology Tutor well versed in all Science/Medical Subjects.
Purdue University
BiologyThe University of Iowa
Master'sIllinois State University
Graduate CourseworkAbout David
I love teaching and look forward to sharing and promoting the fascination and wonder of the sciences with young minds everywhere, one student at a time, and have thoroughly enjoyed spending hundreds of hours discussing science with both teens and adults through WyzAnt. Teaching is second nature for me, growing up in a family where both parents
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12 hours notice requiredGroup rates available. When two students work together, the 2nd student pays only half-rate.
Travel Radius
Travels within 25 miles of Prospect Heights, IL 60070David offers online lessons
David is approved to conduct lessons through Wyzant Online. Wyzant Online allows students and tutors to work remotely via video, audio, and collaborative whiteboard tools. For more information about how online tutoring works, check out Wyzant Online.
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"Superior Educator - Very Conscientious"
- Monica, Lake Forest, IL on 6/2/13We strongly recommend David as a tutor - we wish he covered more topics because he was that good! He was very easy for our son to relate to and he has an excellent way of explaining difficult concepts in a very down-to-earth, understandable way. He definitely was concerned about doing everything possible so that our son would have success in his class and also to develop a genuine appreciation for Biology. I only wish he was a teacher at our school!!
"Excellent tutor!!!"
- Roselyn, Addison, IL on 6/15/17Very professional. I could tell from our correspondence that David has a great work ethic. He responded promptly to my emails. He came prepared for the lesson. So far my daughter had one tutoring session with him just a day prior to her first Pharmacology test. My daughter said he made the subject matter easier to understand. My daughter got an A- on her first test :-) Crossing my fingers as the subject matter gets harder, however, I am positive that with David's help she'll do well.
"Great Biology Tutor"
- Silvia, Hilton Head Island, SC on 5/16/17David is knowledgeable, very personable, and teaches in a way that is easy to understand. He has been great about making time prior to tests and the final exam . My son is enjoying working with him.
"Results"
- Sarah, Chicago, IL on 5/12/17Sarah performed really well (38/40) on the test you guys where preparing for.
Thank you
"Great tutor - Amazing Biology tutor"
- Vivian, San Francisco, CA on 5/8/17David has been working with my daughter Julianna for the last couple of months with her AP biology class and for prepping for the AP exam. She has commented to me how is such a great teacher and really good at explaining all of the concepts to her. He always provides a very detailed summary of the material covered at the end of every lesson. David has always been responsive when scheduling times and has been super accommodating to her schedule despite the time zone difference. Highly recommended!!
"Basics of cell biology"
- GHAZAL, New York, NY on 4/1/17He taught me the basics fundamentals of cells. He was organized and used visual aids techniques that made it simple to understand. I will surly recommend him for my colleagues and I am so excited to continue tutoring lessons with him.
"Knowledgeable and patient tutor"
- Christopher, Winnetka, IL on 3/28/17David was tutoring me on Psychology. I learn better when I see some visual aid and he did an excellent job of creating visual aids for the chapters I was learning in the book. He explained every concept in great detail and made sure you really understand the concept before moving on to the next concept. He is a really great tutor and I highly recommend him for future students looking for tutors.
"Knowledgeable, helpful and patient."
- Laurie, Morton Grove, IL on 2/17/17David worked with my daughter to prepare her for a genetics test the next day. After only one session she was able to fully understand the topics that had been confusing to her, and she did well on the exam. Parents - David is very easy to work with. He adapted to our busy schedule and gave me tips in advance on how to make the session as effective as possible. I'll definitely reach out to David in the future.
"Knows his stuff and he's pleasant to work with!"
- Lisa, Fullerton, CA on 12/14/16Incredibly knowledgeable and he did a great job demystifying honors Biology topics for an upcoming test in just one lesson!! We look forward to working with all of next semester!
"Great Tutor"
- Maggie, Philadelphia, PA on 11/28/16David was an amazing tutor, he really helped me! He came prepared and was very knowledgable about the subject.
"Knowledgeable and Excellent Teacher"
- Sabu, Buffalo Grove, IL on 11/3/16David has been teaching my daughter AP Biology and it is tremendously helping her cover a vast majority of the topics in limited amount of time. His visual teaching techniques and ease of explanation is helping her prepare well for class tests. David puts in extra time and effort for her success.
"WISH MY BIO TEACHER CAN BE AWESOME LIKE HIM!!"
- Van, Troy, NY on 10/4/16My topic test is coming up (Cell Respiration and Photosynthesis). I was worried since I did not understand anything from my class. That's why I reached out for help and I found him. We had our first lesson yesterday and truly amazing. In just 2 hours, we covered Cell Respiration which took nearly a week to finish it at school. In just 2 hours, I understand how it works. I hope to learn Photosynthesis and Gibbs Free Energy tonight!!! He is better than my biology teacher!
"Excellent, patient very professional"
- Bashaer, Chicago, IL on 9/12/16I never understood genetic the ways daivd explain to me . He is very professional, smart orgnaize and patient.
"Solid Tutor"
- Mohan, Plano, TX on 4/30/16David really explored everything in-depth as well as taking that extra step to really make sure I understood the material.
"Knowledgeable tutor and very helpful!"
- Farayha, Hoffman Estates, IL on 4/4/16Very good at explaining the circulatory system and explains the details in a simple manner. We went over blood vessels, cardiac conduction, the flow of blood and what makes up the volume of blood. I thought it would take hours to complete 3-10 PowerPoint slides and we completed within 1 hour or less. He's that great!! Thank you so much for helping me out!
"Knowledgable and accommodation"
- Kerul, Bloomingdale, IL on 3/21/16He is very understanding with his materials and for student scheduling and accommodating student even with a last min changes. Always ready to help student. He also send small quizzes for student to review and after the lessons and follow up with students in how they did on there exam. Thank you for all your help.
"Very patient and takes the time to explain concepts"
- Sue, Bridgeport, CT on 3/12/16David is awesome, he taught AP Bio topics with clarity and made me understand better. I am more confident about the topics he taught me than before. I'd highly recommend him!
Recently, after having a few lessons, I was able to increase my grades in biology from average to 98's, multiple times, and I feel that the work we did before each quiz helped me to understand the material better and therefore receive a better grade on these assessments.
"Prepared and enthusiastic tutor"
- Christine, Lake Forest, IL on 1/5/16David prepared for my daughters tutoring session in advance and was well prepared. He explained the biology topics in a way that she understood using analogies and diagrams. He was patient and knowledgeable.
"Great learning experience, amazing tutor!"
- Pei, Chicago, IL on 11/21/15David prepared before our session to ensure it is course relevant, he made things pretty clear. I am looking forward to more sessions with him, highly recommend!!!
"David goes above and beyond."
- Charlie, Elmhurst, IL on 11/19/15David goes above and beyond. He really cares and wants the student to succeed. We really appreciate his extra time and effort!! He has given our son the confidence and tools to succeed in a very difficult class.
"Fantastic Tutor!"
- Boris, Wheeling, IL on 11/8/15I've spent the past two years studying Biology with David. David gives concrete and simple explanations of difficult concepts in Biology with no need to have to read complicated and long textbooks. I began studying with David when I had not been doing so well in my AP Bio class and he helped me improve my understanding and drastically improve my test scores. He helped me prepare for my midterm in an extremely rigorous Biology course with fantastic attitude and knowledge of all topics from enzymes to the most difficult cell respiration and photosynthesis. Not only did I receive a B on the exam but I received a B on an exam that a quarter of my class did not pass thanks to David's fantastic tutoring. With David's help and ready availability I am confident I will do well in Biology and future Nursing Classes:).
"Prepared"
- Adam, Chicago, IL on 9/30/15David came prepared with visual aids and seemed to have a strong command of my subject. He has a unique style of teaching that made it fun to learn.
"Great tutor, knows Biology"
- Helen, Park Ridge, IL on 6/4/15HS Biology Advanced was taught. David prepared for the meeting and was able to convey the information well. Thank you
"Very good tutor - I would recommend to everyone"
- Shelly, Northbrook, IL on 6/2/15He teaches my son (sophomore) biology , my son said he never met anyone like David, very detailed and very good tutor - he prepares based on the students need and I would highly recommend him.
"Awesome tutor"
- Tishia, Oak Park, IL on 4/1/15Medsurg is the hardest course I have ever taken. His charts and diagrams help make things so much clearer. Simply amazing ! I highly recommend David!
"Excellent Tutor and Extremely Well Prepared"
- Aida, Bartlett, IL on 1/22/15David is a the best tutor I have ever worked with! Based on the student's class syllabus subjects, he brings additional material to the session to enhance the learning process. His material includes graphs, charts and summaries. Truly cares about his student's results and helping them improve!
"VERY patient and knowledgeable!!"
- Chris, Lisle, IL on 11/4/14David S. is a GREAT anatomy tutor. My daughter was getting frustrated, and sometimes felt lost in her anatomy class. David is VERY knowledgeable, and explains things in a way that is easy for my daughter to understand. He is VERY thorough. He also responds right away and even fit us in when it was last minute!! She is now getting an A in her class!!! Thanks!!
"Fantastic Tutor"
- Yvonne, Skokie, IL on 8/30/14I am a dental student and I needed him for pharmacology. It's amazing how he explains the subject for me. He uses a lot of visual aids and it's surprising how I am enjoying studying pharmacology. A lot of explanation every lesson, as I said visual aids , new ways to memorize certain drugs, revision is always done at the end of each lesson. I highly recommend him to my friends and family.
"Highly recommend"
- Gena, Lake Zurich, IL on 7/3/14David is an exceptional tutor. Not only does he come prepared by planning his sessions, but he also adjusts to meet special learning needs as he becomes aware of them. He is willing to go over material several times, but changes the presentation method. He kept my son interested and encouraged him to be active in the learning process.
David is personable and respectful. My son never hesitated to attend tutoring sessions because of the positive connection they made. He was was able to bring a failing grade up to a solid B! David's enthusiasm for the subject and love of tutoring is definitely apparent. Fabulous experience! Stop looking any further. You found him!
"Terrific Tutor"
- Martin, Columbus, OH on 1/3/14David is an exceptional tutor. He is a great and funny guy. He is always well-prepared and well-organized and brings lots of relevant materials and visuals to assist you with the material. His explanatory skills are remarkable--he seems to have a memorable, pertinent, and funny analogy for almost every important concept! He goes above and beyond the call of duty. He is flexible and willing to meet at a variety of times. David genuinely wants to see students do well and he knows biology forwards and backwards. It is a real joy to be able to work with him--he comes highly recommended!
"Great Tutor"
- Radha, Northbrook, IL on 12/2/13David came prepared for the lesson and his style of teaching was to introduce my son about a topic and build off of the topic. He also relates the concepts to personal life or into a current event allowing my son to understand the concept better.
"Great Tutor"
- Sibel, Oak Park, IL on 11/22/13David is a great tutor. He brings many aids such as diagrams and plenty of practice questions, which have really helped my child get ready for tests. He has a relaxed demeanor and makes students feel confident. I recommend him highly!!!
"A magnificent teacher who cares."
- Nancy, Chicago, IL on 4/23/13David was truly magnificent in working with my niece to help her with her Biology class. The great insight to my niece's personality, learning challenges, and all were spot on. The positive attitude shown by David rubbed off on my niece. She came home inspired, her feeling of hopelessness with the class has disappeared. They have quite a bit of work yet to do, however, with the determination of David and his ability to teach biology in such a wonderful way that works for my niece, I am confident that my niece will succeed with her goal of passing this class. Bravo!
"Life Saving Tutor!"
- Dana, Palatine, IL on 4/20/13David is an excellent tutor! I am a nursing student, currently taking pathophysiology. Prior to working with David, I was not doing very well. I sought out a tutor in preparation for my next test. After a few tutoring sessions, I earned an "A"! I had only been achieving "C's" on my own. David presents material in a way that is very easy to understand. If the material is difficult, he will explain it multiple ways until the student has a full understanding. David uses visual aides to further enhance the material. David is very adaptable to your schedule. If you are looking for a tutor to help you pass a difficult class or do exceptionally well, I highly recommend David! I plan on working with him throughout the rest of nursing school!
"Great last minute help!"
- Marie, Evanston, IL on 3/7/13David arranged a time with less than 24 hrs notice to help my son study for test. The visuals and info he brought were better than the book or teacher provided. Would use again if we need more help with bio.
"Patient, enthusiastic and really knows the material."
- Suzanne, Arlington Heights, IL on 2/28/13David brought an enthusiasm to the sessions that quickly engaged my daughter. We both felt at ease with him. He showed extreme patience with my daughter's weak points and presented that material in a variety of ways until she finally understood it. He really elevated her confidence and interest in her biology class. My daughter said afterwards that if David was teaching her biology class, she wouldn't need a tutor.
"Great tutor"
- Taghy, Lake Bluff, IL on 2/5/13We are very pleased and lucky to have David as the tutor for our son. Our son improved right away and was impressed by David's teaching style. David is always ready and fully prepared with visual materials that helped our son understand the difficult topics of Biology like Genetics. Thank-you David, we greatly appreciate your help.
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Anatomy
Human Anatomy is one of my favorite science topics, ever since I first thoroughly encountered the subject during my undergraduate Biology coursework at Purdue University. My understandings were furthered and deepened through The University of Iowa College of Medicine’s Physician Assistant program, where I worked with full human cadavers. Finally, my professional experience as an Illinois state-licensed Physician Assistant for 10 years hinged on mastering the principles and details of Human Anatomy, where I utilized them daily as an integral part of my daily work in practical, useful applications to enhance the health of others.
Biology
I am well versed in all biology topics, my knowledge derived from a B.S. in biology from Purdue University and then adding twenty more hours of post-graduate coursework in biology from ISU. My medical training from The University of Iowa College of Medicine enhanced my understanding of biology's concepts and provided real world applications for my science education. In my spare time, I've complemented my science background with numerous science courses from nearly all of the local colleges and have thoroughly enjoyed spending hundreds and hundreds of hours teaching the concepts of standard High School Biology, AP Biology, and college-level biology through Wyzant, plus preparation for May's AP Biology Exam and the SAT Subject Bio Exam.
Botany
I am well versed in Botany, my understanding derived from my B.S. in Biology from Purdue University and then adding post-graduate studies from ISU, where I enrolled in more Botany-related coursework. At Purdue, I majored in Ecology for two years, which included a significant amount of instruction in Botany, before deciding to expand my focus into General Biology.
Ecology
Ecology is a passion of mine, even majoring in the subject for two years at Purdue University, which provided me with a wonderful understanding of the concepts and principles of Ecology before deciding to expand my focus into General Biology. I enrolled in more Ecology courses as part of my post-graduate studies in Biology from ISU with additional Ecology coursework from local area colleges in my spare time.
Genetics
I am well versed in Genetics, my knowledge derived from courses in Genetics that were part of my B.S. in Biology from Purdue University, plus an important part of my post-graduate Biology coursework from ISU. My understanding of Genetics and its current applications was enhanced through The University of Iowa College of Medicine’s PA program, while its principles were incorporated into my decisions everyday as an Illinois state-licensed Physician Assistant for 10 years. Whether it’s Mendelian Genetics or special inheritance patterns, Genetic Disease, Molecular Genetics, Population Genetics, or even modern day Gene technology, the material can be truly fun if presented with the right approach and with the enthusiasm the subject deserves.
Microbiology
I am well versed in Microbiology, my understanding derived from courses in Microbiology that were part of my B.S. in Biology from Purdue University, plus an important part of my post-graduate Biology coursework at ISU. However, my understanding of Microbiology and its current applications was significantly enhanced through The University of Iowa College of Medicine’s PA program. The principles and concepts of Microbiology were incorporated into my decisions everyday as an Illinois state-licensed Physician Assistant for 10 years, especially when treating patients with infectious disease.
Pharmacology
Pharmacology is one of my favorite studies because of its close involvement with human anatomy and physiology. I scored within the top five in The University of Iowa’s College of Medicine for Pharmacology. Of course, I applied the principles of pharmacology in my everyday work as an Illinois state-licensed Physician Assistant in otolaryngology and gastroenterology, accompanied by a DEA license for schedule III-V controlled substances.
Physical Science
Physical science is usually a student’s introduction into the world of science and there is great satisfaction in unlocking that exciting world for them. Physical Science forms the scientific foundation for students that they’ll apply in their future Biology, Chemistry, and Physics courses. During my undergraduate years at Purdue University, I majored in Biology, minored in Chemistry, and excelled in two additional Physics courses.
Physiology
Human Physiology and Human Pathophysiology are some of my favorite science topics, ever since I first thoroughly encountered the subjects during my undergraduate Biology coursework at Purdue University. My understanding of Human Physiology and Pathophysiology was furthered through The University of Iowa College of Medicine’s PA program. Finally, my professional experience as an Illinois state-licensed Physician Assistant for 10 years hinged on mastering the principles and details of Human Physiology/Pathophysiology, where I utilized them daily as an integral part of my work in practical ways towards improving the health of other. Comprehending Human Physiology and Human Pathophysiology are pivotal in diagnosing disease and treating it effectively.
Psychology
My education involved many courses in psychology during my undergraduate and post-graduate work, from the very basic elements of psychology through the diverse world of abnormal psychology. My understanding of psychology was enhanced through The University of Iowa College of Medicine’s PA program, including a clinical rotation in psychology at The University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics in Iowa City. My degree includes training for professionally treating patients suffering with mental disorders. My efforts scored 93% in the Psychology Section of the national medical boards.
My experience for 10 years as an Illinois state-licensed Physician Assistant hinged on mastering the principles of psychology as an integral part of my daily work, communicating and developing connections with patients of all different mindsets.
Zoology
I am well versed in Zoology, my knowledge derived from a B.S. in Biology from Purdue University and then adding post-graduate coursework in Biology from ISU. A Biology curriculum includes extensive instruction in Zoology as does Ecology, in which I majored for two years at Purdue before deciding to expand my focus into General Biology.
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David S.
Prospect Heights, IL
Skilled Biology Tutor well versed in all Science/Medical Subjects.