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Skilled Biology Tutor well versed in all Science/Medical Subjects.
David S.

5.0 (4,225 ratings)

9,008 hours tutoring

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Skilled Biology Tutor well versed in all Science/Medical Subjects.
Skilled Biology Tutor well versed in all Science/Medical Subjects.
David S.

5.0 (4,225 ratings)

9,008 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
5.0 (4,225 ratings)

9,008 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About David

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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 were high school teachers. My father taught Biology for 30 years, which helped fuel my passion and enthusiasm for the sciences and motivated my pathway...

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 were high school teachers. My father taught Biology for 30 years, which helped fuel my passion and enthusiasm for the sciences and motivated my pathway to a B.S. in Biology from Purdue University.

Rewardful teaching begins with a passion and energy for the subject matter. It requires detailed preparation, careful listening, patience, solid communication, and genuine care for the student’s success, in addition to a great command and understanding of the material. Vibrant visual aids and modern, real-world examples help keep students engaged and interested even when discussing challenging material. However, it’s key to tailor and adapt the teaching style to the strengths, weaknesses, and goals of each student and build their confidence--we work together.

Spending a decade as an Illinois-Licensed Physician Assistant honed my teaching skills, especially in one-on-one settings. Patient education is an essential concern in the medical field. When patients enter clinics with diverse science backgrounds, it forces healthcare providers to create and develop alternative methods of teaching the same science topics to ensure that every patient who walks in has a good understanding and explanation of their condition.

Feel free to browse my background and student feedback for a better understanding and feel for my work with WyzAnt students.

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Education

Purdue University
Biology
The University of Iowa
Masters
Illinois State University
Graduate Coursework

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $99
  • Rate details: Students willing to work together in duos/groups can lower their session rate down to just $60/student.
  • Lesson cancellation: 12 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 12/11/2017

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Biology

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. This past year, ELEVEN of my students earned "5's" and TWELVE earned "4's" on the AP Biology exam! FIFTEEN of my students earned "5" scores on the AP Bio online or classroom exam, while FOURTEEN others earned "4's" during the year prior! In 2020 FIVE of my long term students earned "5" scores on the online AP Bio exam, while EIGHT others earned "4's".

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Biology

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. This past year, ELEVEN of my students earned "5's" and TWELVE earned "4's" on the AP Biology exam! FIFTEEN of my students earned "5" scores on the AP Bio online or classroom exam, while FOURTEEN others earned "4's" during the year prior! In 2020 FIVE of my long term students earned "5" scores on the online AP Bio exam, while EIGHT others earned "4's".

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Nursing

Science

Anatomy,

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,

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. This past year, ELEVEN of my students earned "5's" and TWELVE earned "4's" on the AP Biology exam! FIFTEEN of my students earned "5" scores on the AP Bio online or classroom exam, while FOURTEEN others earned "4's" during the year prior! In 2020 FIVE of my long term students earned "5" scores on the online AP Bio exam, while EIGHT others earned "4's".
Botany,

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.
Microbiology,

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

Pharmacology is one of my favorite studies because of its close involvement with human anatomy and physiology. I scored within the top five in Pharmacology among The University of Iowa’s College of Medicine. 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. I've been working with Simmons College FNP students for 3 yrs and welcome them all !
Physiology,

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.
Zoology,

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.
Nursing

Summer

Biology

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. This past year, ELEVEN of my students earned "5's" and TWELVE earned "4's" on the AP Biology exam! FIFTEEN of my students earned "5" scores on the AP Bio online or classroom exam, while FOURTEEN others earned "4's" during the year prior! In 2020 FIVE of my long term students earned "5" scores on the online AP Bio exam, while EIGHT others earned "4's".

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Reviews

Resourceful and Knowledgeable

David was a great tutor! He has so many resources and is well versed in Biology. He knows exactly what materials to discuss. I got the highest exam score for the semester with his help!

Hima, 5 lessons with David

Great Ap Bio Review

Explain very well. My daughter likes his class, great addition from school class. Very individualized teaching. David also quickly responsive about our questions as well.

Lynn, 3 lessons with David

AP BIO

David knows his subject and can quickly identify what my child is struggling with and goes in depth to help her understand the concept. He also provides more worksheets and links for her to work and practice things he went over. We highly recommend him for AP Bio!

SWAN, 13 lessons with David

Patient and Knowledgeable Tutor

David is extremely helpful and knowledgeable. When I have had lessons for AP Bio, he is a great teacher and makes very detailed and difficult information easy to understand. Other times I have gone over practice questions with him. He makes sure you understand why one answer is right and why others are wrong. He is very thorough and patient. After having many lessons with him throughout the year, my grades and understanding of the subject have significantly improved.

Stefan, 13 lessons with David

Excellent test review!

David provided a very effective and focused review session to help my son prepare for an AP biology test.

Lance, 10 lessons with David

2nd session

outstanding and thorough tutor and instructor, dare I say even a Godsend for pathophysiology. If I pass this class it's definitely because of him. Highly recommend!!

ROBERT, 9 lessons with David

Customizes lessons to help critical thinking…

David reviewed with my student concepts in AP Biology solidifying their understanding of the material so they could apply critical thinking skills for AP style questions. Critical thinking and deep understanding is what he helped focus on and it worked. My student received in A and feels more prepared for AP test. He also worked during the holidays to help. Outstanding tutor.

Heather, 17 lessons with David

Great AP Bio Teacher!!

David worked with my son on AP biology. My son liked his teaching style, subject matter expertise, finding resources for the topic and helping with the fundamentals. Great teacher

Anurag, 1 lesson with David

Kind,Knowledgable ,Patient and An Excellent AP Biology Tutor!

My Daughter took 7 AP Biology lessons with Mr.David .We have tried couple of other tutors and felt she needed someone who would be more detailed ,structured, patient and gives her excellent test prep sessions .We came across Mr.David's profile when my daughter talked to me about her goals half way through her 1st AP Bio Unit and right before her Unit Test.He gave her additional practice questions which has been very helpful for retaining the concepts and she went for the test with a great amount of confidence and was the only girl to score an A in the very 1st test.Her teacher has never had a student score A in the very 1st Unit Test and was very happy and impressed with her performance. Her tests are bit more challenging since she is part of the Advanced Academic Stem Pathway.We had to cancel a session due to my daughter's school club commitments but Mr.David went above and beyond to work out a different time slot so she doesn't miss her session before her 2nd unit test.He is very committed teacher to his students.We will be continuing AP Bio lessons for the rest of her school year and very grateful that we found him .

Kavitha, 40 lessons with David
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