Daniel T.
Laguna Niguel, CA
Educate. Encourage. Empower. Multiple Subjects Tutor
UCLA
BiochemistryAbout Daniel
Hi, I'm Daniel and I graduated from UCLA with a B.S. in Biochemistry. Throughout college I volunteered as a tutor for the AVID program at a local high school. It was this experience that ignited my passion for coaching students academically. I currently work with students of all ages, from elementary grades to college. I tutor honors and AP
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24 hours notice required-All lessons will be billed a minimum of 1 hour at the hourly rate. -Adjusted rate for group lessons (2 or more students at the same time).
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Travels within 10 miles of Laguna Niguel, CA 92677"Knowledgeable, patient, and thorough"
- Connie, Lake Forest, CA on 6/2/15Daniel has the ability to quickly and diplomatically assess a student's strengths and weaknesses, pinpointing where help is needed and where he can build on previous knowledge and skills. I am amazed at the progress my son is making in chemistry. Daniel is hands-down the best tutor I've worked with. He is friendly, kind, approachable, and clear. Really everything you would want in a tutor!
"Knowledgeable and patient tutor."
- Amy, Aliso Viejo, CA on 9/29/15Daniel was prompt and very helpful in helping my son with his AP Chemistry. My son said he knows his chemistry and helped him effectively problem solve some of his lab assignment. We will continue using Daniel throughout this school year.
"Very knowledgeable about the topic."
- Don, Laguna Niguel, CA on 7/3/15He helped me complete a complicated lab assignment.. Well it was complicated for me, but he helped me understand how to do it. Even though the teacher's instructions were not clear, Daniel was able to figure it out.
"Attentive, Patient, and Communicates Well"
- Lisa, San Juan Capistrano, CA on 10/13/14I have to say I was a little leery about a tutoring website, but say Daniel has changed my mind on that thought. He is attentive and very patient and communicates well with his review of his first session with my son for algebra 2. My son is very stubborn and currently has at the great attitude of a teenager. Daniel was very calm and gave my son a clear path to overcome his own obstacles. Daniel seems to be able to understand and read his student and their personality very well. I would highly recommend Daniel to anyone seeking a tutor.
"Amazing tutor"
- Barbara, Laguna Beach, CA on 9/4/14Daniel worked wonders with my daughter in her Honors Chemistry class. She aced the final. I only wish I had found him earlier in the school year.
"Daniel is very knowledge and able to communicate this knowledge to his students."
- Joyce, Laguna Beach, CA on 6/22/14Thank you, Daniel, for all the help and extra time you gave to my grandson. Daniel is not only excellent in his knowledge of his subjects, chemistry in the case, and teaching but also gives a thorough analysis of the student's grasp of subject and what he/she needs to do to be successful. His aim is to see the student make progress and to achieve a higher level of competence. It was an excellent experience.
"Helpful"
- Paul, Trabuco Canyon, CA on 5/30/13Daniel wasn't afraid to communicate the truth about our child's study habits and area's for improvement. His candor and assistance has her going in the right direction.
"Excellent tutor!"
- Marc, Dana Point, CA on 2/13/13Daniel is a superb tutor in all respects. He is knowledgeable, punctual, and reliable, with a positive, professional, patient demeanor, relating very well to my highschool freshman son. After just a few sessions, my son was able to improve his performance in Algebra considerably, earning a much better score on the final than he could have without Daniel's help. I strongly recommend him without reservation!
"Great tutor."
- Mandi, Laguna Beach, CA on 1/17/13Daniel is extremely bright and, more importantly, is able to convey his knowledge in a manner that is easy to understand. He is very personable, easy to contact by email or text and arrives promptly for sessions.
"Great Tutor!"
- Claudia, Laguna Niguel, CA on 1/10/13Daniel is a fantastic tutor! Knowledgeable, patient, friendly, good sense of humor! Very flexible and easy to schedule. He comes prepared with lesson material, and offers good suggestions for practice between lessons. Much appreciated!
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Algebra 1
This course is a foundation to all future math and natural sciences courses. I help several students in this course on a regular basis. My lessons include demonstration and then letting the student test his or her own mastery. Together we'll master integral concepts, such as solving for variables, interpreting and manipulating equations (standard form, point-slope form, slope-intercept form), factoring, and more.
Algebra 2
This class builds upon previous study in manipulating variables and is often taught in conjunction with trigonometry. I distill some of the tougher concepts (e.g. conic sections, systems of equations, polynomials, rational expressions) to simple steps and processes. Then I progress to working slightly more challenging examples.
Anatomy
I completed anatomy and physiology classes at the college level. Human biology is one of the most fascinating subjects in the life sciences. Students find this class is very fun once they understand how it applies directly to their own lives. There is much to memorize, but I have study tools to help with that. Additionally, my goal in teaching is to first present course material in a way that's easily understood, then demonstrate how the information applies to everyday life and modern research.
Biology
Having studied biochemistry at the university, I completed several life sciences classes. At UCLA I completed biology courses in cells & tissues, genetics, molecular biology, and microbiology. I tutor high school students in college prep biology and AP biology levels.
Calculus
I completed a year of calculus at UCLA, including multivariable calculus. I also scored a 5, the highest score possible, on the AP Calculus exam in high school.
Chemistry
I specialize in tutoring chemistry. The majority of my college curriculum focused on chemistry courses. I am very familiar with the concepts that high school and college classes cover. Where necessary, I break down the lessons into two areas of focus: conceptual study and calculations. Usually students struggle to do both at the same time, but when I show each concept on its own the material becomes easier to digest. I teach this subject on a regular basis, including AP chemistry and college levels.
Geometry
I have tutored many high school students in geometry. Geometry tests students' spatial skills and logic. There are a number of theorems and postulates to understand and learn. I emphasize learning over memorizing in order to encourage critical thinking and problem solving sills.
Grammar
I am a bit of a grammarian. I used to edit ad copy for newspaper print advertisement. I have a keen eye for subject-verb agreement, run-on sentences, the various tenses, and punctuation.
Microbiology
Microbiology studies organisms too small to see with the naked eye. It also examines cell biology, host defenses, and immunity. There are applications to public health and studying disease.
Piano
I studied piano with a private teacher for over 10 years. I am an avid performer and teacher. I also took college-level music classes in theory, musicianship, and performance.
Prealgebra
Middle school students and adult students will benefit from receiving tutoring in prealgebra. It's the culmination of all arithmetic. A strong background in prealgebra will set up students for success in algebra I.
Precalculus
Some schools call this course Math Analysis. Whatever the name, this course builds upon concepts from algebra II and trigonometry. The content will prepare students for future coursework in statistics and calculus.
Proofreading
I worked as a copy editor for two years. The company I worked for published in major newspapers and magazines in Los Angeles. I am aware of details beyond spelling and grammar. I help with content, style, and flow.
Study Skills
Educate. Encourage. Empower. My goal is to supply students with the tools they need to become self-sufficient and better independent learners. Good study skills start with having a plan and strong organization. I show students how to keep organized binders so that they maintain their homework, notes, and quizzes for each class. I show how to maintain a record of homework assignments and exam dates. I'll check that students are using their planners on a regular basis. For an upcoming exam, I help students plan their study time so that they are prepared well before test day. I can provide training sessions for students to learn techniques of good note-taking, both for learning at home and in the classroom. Additionally, I can recommend students ways to maximize their study time by considering their environment, time, and extracurricular commitments. With repeated practice, students find these techniques become second nature and their studying becomes more efficient.
Trigonometry
This subject is often combined with Algebra 2. Some students will have an early introduction when they study geometry, but the material goes beyond that. Understanding proofs and identities will be critical. I have a novel way of teaching students to understand radian measures and the unit circle. A strong foundation is trigonometry is essential for future studies in precalculus and calculus.
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Daniel T.
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Educate. Encourage. Empower. Multiple Subjects Tutor