Daniel B.

• Billings, MT 59102 ( 17.4 mi )
• Genetics Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 09/2010
• Will travel up to 25 miles
• Rates from $35.00 to $43.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Organic Chemistry, Life Science, Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy

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More About This Tutor...

While gaining BA in biology from a nationally ranking liberal arts college, I further expanded my knowledge by receiving a SURF/SILO Grant to conduct independent breast cancer research, working for a brain tumor research laboratory, and pursuing drug development as an independent contractor for a pharmaceutical company. As a college student, I also acted as a teaching assistant for zoology and comparative vertebrate anatomy laboratories for three years. An undeclared minor in religion, which ingrained excellent writing and critical thinking skills, enhances my extensive experience in math and science. Over the past year, I tutored a local high school student in AP calculus.
I believe that students truly understand ideas and processes when they discover them independently; rote memorization does not instill thinking skills. To be a well-rounded academic, students must learn to u ... read more

Shea S.

• Billings, MT 59102 ( 19.8 mi )
• Genetics Tutor

• Male
• Member Since: 01/2011
• Will travel up to 10 miles
• Rates from $37.00 to $45.00 /hr
• Also Tutors: Psychology, Physics, Organic Chemistry, Life Science, Earth Science, Chemistry, Biology, Anatomy

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A Little Bit About Me...

I have educated both college and middle school students, and through these experiences I learned that the key to effectively teaching others is patience. I guide my students but do not do the work for them. Most students have the ability to learn the material being instructed to them. By being patient, I give the students the opportunity to problem solve on their own, which ultimately builds confidence. With more confidence, students seem to learn better. I believe this is the key to mastering any academic subject.
I recently graduated college with a BA in Human Biology, and I am currently in the transition between undergraduate school and medical school. Throughout my years as an undergrad, I have been heavily involved with teaching/tutoring students - primarily through my participation in the Peer-Led Chemistry Teacher program. As a peer teacher, I developed many skills an ... read more