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Stanford PhD here to make math and physics EASY
Derrick B.

66 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

Hourly Rate: $160
Derrick B.'s Photo

Stanford PhD here to make math and physics EASY
Stanford PhD here to make math and physics EASY
Derrick B.

66 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

66 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Derrick


Bio

Hi there! My name is Derrick and I'm excited to teach you math and physics.

I've always had a natural aptitude for math and science, and after graduating with two undergraduate degrees from MIT and finishing a PhD at Stanford, I'd like to work with you to fully realize your natural aptitude. I believe in the capability of *all* students, and that there isn't anyone who "just isn't good" at math. If you've ever felt that way, please know that all you need to be successful is a teacher with...

Hi there! My name is Derrick and I'm excited to teach you math and physics.

I've always had a natural aptitude for math and science, and after graduating with two undergraduate degrees from MIT and finishing a PhD at Stanford, I'd like to work with you to fully realize your natural aptitude. I believe in the capability of *all* students, and that there isn't anyone who "just isn't good" at math. If you've ever felt that way, please know that all you need to be successful is a teacher with the patience and experience to explain things in a way that makes sense. I can be that teacher for you.

I have tutored at the high school level and taught at the undergraduate level. I am qualified to teach a wide selection of mathematics, including (but not limited to): Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Precalculus, Trigonometry, and Calculus (single or multivariable). I also teach test-taking strategies for SAT math.

I'm new to tutoring on Wyzant, but not tutoring in general. For a review on my teaching ability, please see the descriptions below from one of my students.

"Taking Derrick's math class increased my SAT Math score by 100 points!"
-Rena B., Class of 2024

"Derrick has been instrumental in my understanding of calculus. I entered my Calc 2 class feeling unprepared and behind on concepts, but working with him has allowed me to be come confident working with derivatives, integrals, differential equations, and everything in between."
-Akash M, Class of 2025

I look forward to being a part of your journey!


Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Physics
Johns Hopkins University
Masters
Stanford University
PhD

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Homeschool

SAT Math,

SAT Math

I currently teach and tutor advanced high school and undergraduate mathematics, from Algebra 1 to Calculus. I also teach content and test-taking strategies for the digital SAT. Students working with me have increased their SAT math scores by 100+ points.
Algebra 2, Calculus, Physics, Precalculus

Math

SAT Math,

SAT Math

I currently teach and tutor advanced high school and undergraduate mathematics, from Algebra 1 to Calculus. I also teach content and test-taking strategies for the digital SAT. Students working with me have increased their SAT math scores by 100+ points.
Algebra 2, Calculus, Physics, Precalculus

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Algebra 2, Calculus, Physics, Precalculus

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Physics

Summer

SAT Math,

SAT Math

I currently teach and tutor advanced high school and undergraduate mathematics, from Algebra 1 to Calculus. I also teach content and test-taking strategies for the digital SAT. Students working with me have increased their SAT math scores by 100+ points.
Algebra 2, Calculus, Physics

Test Preparation

SAT Math

SAT Math

I currently teach and tutor advanced high school and undergraduate mathematics, from Algebra 1 to Calculus. I also teach content and test-taking strategies for the digital SAT. Students working with me have increased their SAT math scores by 100+ points.

Examples of Expertise


Derrick has provided examples of their subject expertise by answering 1 question submitted by students on Wyzant’s Ask an Expert.

Ratings and Reviews


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Excellent & Patient Tutor

This summer I am currently taking an online Calc 2 course, and Derrick has been able to help me develop and enjoy my understandings of math. I haven't taken math in four years prior to this class since it does not align with my college major, but he has been great helping to refresh my mind with calculus, and is very patient while going through the material with me. He is very flexible in teaching lessons to align with how your teachers/professors are teaching them in class, as he is very knowledgeable when it comes to math. We have gone over lessons from reviewing the unit circle (Pre-calc) to completing trigonometric integration homework (Calc2).

Ashlyn, 7 lessons with Derrick

Great first experience!

My experience with Derrick thus far has been extremely helpful and resourceful. One of the best things about his teaching style is that he is able to simplify any difficult concept, and break it down part by part. He is very flexible and caters to your personal learning style. At the end of my session Derrick also provided some helpful resources I could refer to. 10/10 experience, and definitely recommend learning from him!

Rania, 1 lesson with Derrick

Flexible

Derrick was able to be flexible with whatever I needed assistance on and prepared an effective plan to help me for every lesson we had. This made Derrick a great fit overall for my calculus needs.

Gage, 1 lesson with Derrick

Awesome Help with Trig substitution

We went over the math behind trig substitutions and did a few example problems. Helped my understanding of the concepts and my ability immensely. Plus we had a fun conversation about Physics during the session.

Basil, 1 lesson with Derrick
Hourly Rate: $160
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