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Derek A.
Private tutor in San Jose, CA
Education
University of California, Davis - BS, Computer Science
Experience
I enjoy tutoring many subjects, but I specialize in teaching math and science-related subjects to high school, middle school, and elementary school students. My personal favorite subject is statistics, because I use the skills I learned in the course virtually every day in my life. I hold a bachelor's degree in Computer Science that I earned from the University of California, Davis. I have tutored many students online, and I have even created my own digital library consisting of over 40 hours of entertaining, educational videos. When I begin working with a new student, I first get to know them, so that I can figure out how their mind works. When tutoring, I ask students many questions to ensure they truly understand the lessons I am teaching. I don't teach shortcuts or just have students memorize answers to questions, because a deep understanding of the material helps them more now and later in their classes. I find it very rewarding when I help a student finally comprehend material they once found difficult. During my free time, I enjoy spending time on my own computer-related projects, working on puzzles, and playing tactical games.
Subject Expertise
Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Algebra 3/4, Arithmetic, Chemistry, College Algebra, Competition Math, Computer Science, Elementary Math, Environmental Science, Geometry, ISEE, ISEE- Lower Level, ISEE- Upper Level, Linear Algebra, Math, Middle School Math, Physics, Pre-Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Science, Technology and Computer Science, Test Prep, Trigonometry