Biology Tutoring
About
Finished my B.S. in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology this past December at the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, I am well-versed in all things science as it relates to college introductory-level courses and advanced biological content. Having completed a pre-medical tract as well, I have experience in the physical sciences (chemistry and physicis), and can tutor up to an introductory level in non-calculus-based physics and advanced general chemistry. I was actively involved in my university's music program, holding several leadership positions which required me to teach others different skills. My past experience with teaching prepares me well to tutor students individually, as I have a strong background in tailoring lessons to each student's needs. My academic tutoring experience is relatively new, as I have tutored for the ACT a few years back and am just now getting back into the field. However, I believe waiting until I finished my undergraduate studies was to my benefit, as I am now confident in my breadth scientific knowledge to allow maximum tutoring success.
I absolutely love teaching and exposing others to the different life science fields! Helping students achieve their academic goals is extremely rewarding, both for me and the student. I strive to not only improve a student's academic skills, but to also give them an arsenal of study skills so they may achieve abundant academic success in the future.
For more information on my background, here is my LinkedIn profile.
www.linkedin.com/in/danielfergle
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I would like to have a consultation first, going over what the student would like to cover. I will also outline my expectations for them. If it seems like a good fit, then we would draw up a schedule for future lessons. I work best when I can prepare materials and lessons for the student ahead of time, so I never waste any lesson time. I am a firm believer in never wasting a student's time, since it is so limited, so I am extremely efficient when planning what to include in lessons. The typical teaching process would be an overview of the topic, guiding the student through problems, explaining and reviewing the technique, and enabling the student to perform independently. Reviewing past content will also be a staple of lessons, as it is important to never learn anything and then immediately forget it.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
In December of 2020, I graduated from the University of Michigan with a B.S. in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. I am currently working as a Research Laboratory Technician in the Department of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Care at the University of Michigan Medical System. My training includes the following list of scientific courses:
Organic Chemistry I and II with lab, Physical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Genetics with lab, Introductory Biology and Evolution, Physics I and II with lab, Human Physiology, Behavioral Neuroscience, Calculus I and II, Human Immunology, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, Molecular Neuroscience, Cell and Molecular Laboratory; Precision Health
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
Base rate is $20 for 60-minute session.
How did you get started teaching?
ACT tutoring in high school, and I have been teaching French horn at the college marching band level for 2 years. As an Eagle Scout as well, I have experience teaching skills to others starting in middle school all the way through high school.
What types of students have you worked with?
Freshmen in high school all the way to graduate students in college.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Try many different tutors to ensure you find the one that best suits your needs. No one student is the same, and neither is the teacher!
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What am I getting wrong consistently? Is the problem at the level of concrete understanding, or are the study methods getting in the way? Identify weak areas so that tutoring may be used most efficiently.