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Samantha R.

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Hi, I'm Sam! I completed a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science in 2015 and have worked as a software engineer with a focus on full-stack web development for over 6 years since then. I also have over a year of experience teaching web development skills for a coding bootcamp. I love teaching and helping students learn the skills they need to accomplish their goals!

I enjoy helping people and I am a very curious person, so I like sharing what I've learned over the years with others. I was...

Hi, I'm Sam! I completed a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science in 2015 and have worked as a software engineer with a focus on full-stack web development for over 6 years since then. I also have over a year of experience teaching web development skills for a coding bootcamp. I love teaching and helping students learn the skills they need to accomplish their goals!

I enjoy helping people and I am a very curious person, so I like sharing what I've learned over the years with others. I was lucky enough to be able to learn programming and how to work with technology despite the many barriers that exist, so I feel very proud to be able to give back to the community by passing on those skills to my students. It's an honor every time I can help a student understand something better.

I'm very passionate about making learning accessible for my students. I have mostly worked with college-age students and other adult learners, but I also have some experience teaching high schoolers and believe I can help students of all ages understand the material they're trying to learn. I have worked with students who don't speak English as their native language, students with disabilities (including, ADHD, autism, and learning disabilities such as dyslexia), and students raising children, so I know how to support students with a variety of learning challenges. I particularly enjoy working with women, queer people, and people from other communities underserved by the White male-dominated tech industry. Regardless of where you're coming from, I'm confident I can translate the technical information and jargon into a form that makes sense to you.

Even if it takes some time for a student to understand certain concepts, I am patient with them and try to be encouraging no matter what. I want to answer all of the questions students have so they have a deep and complete understanding of the material. If you have any questions for me or want to schedule a lesson, please feel free to reach out. I look forward to working with you!

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Ohio State University
Computer Science

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C

C

I have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer & Information Science and 6+ years experience working as a software engineer, much of it working with UNIX systems, the C programming language, and other related C-like languages (e.g. C++, C#, Java, Python).
C#

C#

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer & Information Science, have worked in the tech industry as a software engineer for over 6 years in a variety of programming languages (including Java and C#), and have over a year of experience teaching computer programming and web development for coding bootcamps, including at UC Berkeley Extension.
C++

C++

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer & Information Science, have worked in the tech industry as a software engineer for over 6 years in a variety of programming languages (including C and C++), and have over a year of experience teaching computer programming and web development for coding bootcamps, including at UC Berkeley Extension.
Computer Programming

Computer Programming

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer & Information Science, have worked in the tech industry as a software engineer for over 6 years in a variety of programming languages, and have over a year of experience teaching computer programming and web development for coding bootcamps, including at UC Berkeley Extension.
Computer Science

Computer Science

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer & Information Science, have worked in the tech industry as a software engineer for over 6 years in a variety of programming languages, and have over a year of experience teaching computer programming and computer science fundamentals for coding bootcamps, including at UC Berkeley Extension.
CSS

CSS

I have 6+ years of experience building web applications as a software engineer in the tech industry, including thousands of hours working with CSS to create an aesthetically-pleasing, intuitive, and responsive page style. This includes work for several different companies, large and small, for whom I planned, implemented, and deployed working websites, with a particular eye towards UI, UX, and visual design of web pages. I also have over a year of professional experience teaching full-stack web design and development, including HTML, CSS, and styling fundamentals for frontend web development.
Japanese

Japanese

I studied Japanese for over three years at Ohio State University's renowned East Asian Languages Department, have visited Japan several times, and my pronunciation regularly gets compliments from native speakers. I also have a robust level of knowledge about Japanese culture, history, writing systems, and other topics that might be of interest to learners.
Java

Java

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer & Information Science, have worked in the tech industry as a software engineer for over 6 years in a variety of programming languages (including Java and C#), and have over a year of experience teaching computer programming and web development for coding bootcamps, including at UC Berkeley Extension.
JavaScript

JavaScript

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer & Information Science, have worked in the tech industry as a full-stack software engineer for over 6 years in a variety of programming languages but with a focus on JavaScript (including React and Node), and have over a year of experience teaching web development in JavaScript for coding bootcamps, including at UC Berkeley Extension.
JQuery

JQuery

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer & Information Science, have worked in the tech industry as a software engineer for over 6 years in a variety of programming languages, and have over a year of experience teaching computer programming and web development for coding bootcamps, including at UC Berkeley Extension. My technical experience is primarily in frontend web development, with a special focus on JavaScript, including years of experience building websites using jQuery.
Linux

Linux

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer & Information Science, have worked in the tech industry as a software engineer for over 6 years in a variety of programming languages, and have over a year of experience teaching computer programming and web development for coding bootcamps, including at UC Berkeley Extension. Most of my experience doing computer programming and software development has been using UNIX and Linux-based systems.
PHP

PHP

I have 6+ years of experience building web applications as a software engineer in the tech industry. This includes work for several different companies, large and small, for whom I planned, implemented, and deployed working websites, with a particular eye towards UI and UX design of web pages. I have worked in a variety of web development platforms, including PHP, Ruby on Rails, Node.js, and Django. I also have over a year of professional experience teaching full-stack web design and development.
Political Science

Political Science

I have an associate of arts degree in Women's and Gender Studies and English with a focus on applying critical feminist political analysis using liberal, queer, Marxist, and international lenses. Much of my academic work focuses on the ways in which local, national, and global politics results from interlocking systems of power exerted by both state and non-state entities. I also took a number of Political Science classes (including International Politics specifically) as part of completing my bachelor's degree.
Psychology

Psychology

I have an associate of arts degree in Women's and Gender Studies and English with a focus on holistically understanding individuals, their psychosocial context, and the larger world around them through cognitive, behavioral, and psychoanalytic lenses. Much of my academic work focuses on the ways in which systems of power and control have psychological, social, and political components, especially in the ways that gender and sexuality are affected by nature as well as nurture. I also have taken a number of psychology classes (including Psychology of Gender specifically) as part of completing my associate's and bachelor's degrees.
Python

Python

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer & Information Science, have worked in the tech industry as a software engineer for over 6 years in a variety of programming languages (including Python, Ruby, and JavaScript), and have over a year of experience teaching computer programming and web development for coding bootcamps, including at UC Berkeley Extension.
Ruby

Ruby

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer & Information Science, have worked in the tech industry as a software engineer for over 6 years in a variety of programming languages, and have over a year of experience teaching computer programming and web development for coding bootcamps, including at UC Berkeley Extension. This includes multiple years of experience working on Ruby on Rails web applications and other Ruby coding experience.
SQL

SQL

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer & Information Science, have worked in the tech industry as a software engineer for over 6 years in a variety of programming languages, and have over a year of experience teaching computer programming and computer science fundamentals for coding bootcamps, including at UC Berkeley Extension. As part of my comp sci background, I have extensive knowledge of both the theory and practice of computing machines, including the compiler pipeline and how operating systems interface with the hardware system to allow for user input and running different software programs.
UNIX

UNIX

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer & Information Science, have worked in the tech industry as a software engineer for over 6 years in a variety of programming languages, and have over a year of experience teaching computer programming and web development for coding bootcamps, including at UC Berkeley Extension. Most of my experience doing computer programming and software development has been using UNIX and Linux-based systems.
Visual Basic

Visual Basic

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer & Information Science, have worked in the tech industry as a software engineer for over 6 years in a variety of programming languages, and have over a year of experience teaching computer programming and web development for coding bootcamps, including at UC Berkeley Extension.
Web Design

Web Design

I have 6+ years of experience building web applications as a software engineer in the tech industry. This includes work for several different companies, large and small, for whom I planned, implemented, and deployed working websites, with a particular eye towards UI and UX design of web pages. I also have over a year of professional experience teaching full-stack web design and development.
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Algebra 1
Algebra 2
American History
Elementary Science
English
ESL/ESOL
Geography
Geometry
Grammar
HTML
Literature
Music Theory
Philosophy
Prealgebra
Probability
Proofreading
Reading
Social Studies
Spanish
Study Skills
Trigonometry
Vocabulary
World History
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A huge help for students facing overwhelming projects.

Samantha is helping me get back into coding after a 3-year hiatus. She is knowledgeable, patient, and an excellent communicator! I would recommend her to anyone looking to expand or build upon their skills. Samantha also proved to be flexible and accommodating when I faced technical issues and I felt our time together was well-spent even if it didn't go exactly as I planned. I look forward to more lessons in the near future and beyond 🙌

Amy, 17 lessons with Samantha

Adaptive and Patient

Samantha taught me a few tools to revise my machine learning code through GEE, which uses JavaScript. She’s quite adept at JavaScript, which helped me understand where I was going wrong. After explaining my goals, she was able to understand the technical process of my project and help me overcome a few hurdles with my land over classification problem. Samantha was able to scan through example codes about randomization and area calculations in order to help me implement it in a way that fit the purposes of my code. Any time I expressed concern or confusion about a certain coding topic, Sam took the time to explain. It was great to have a tutor that was patient enough to hear about the remote sensing portion of the project, so that we could work together and tackle the issue I was running into!

Santa, 3 lessons with Samantha

Exceptional Tutoring with Unparalleled Phonetics Training

If you are seeking a Japanese tutor who is both highly skilled and deeply committed to the nuances of phonetics, Samantha is your tutor. Samantha's dedication to refining pronunciation is amazing. Unlike many language instructors who gloss over phonetic precision, she meticulously deconstructs each syllable, ensuring that I was developing an authentic accent from the very foundation. For learners who take their Japanese studies seriously—particularly those who understand the indispensable value of mastering pronunciation—she is invaluable. Her expertise, combined with her affordable pricing, makes her an outstanding choice for anyone striving for fluency with precision.

Chris, 38 lessons with Samantha

Exceptional Tutoring with Unparalleled Phonetics Training

If you are seeking a Japanese tutor who is both highly skilled and deeply committed to the nuances of phonetics, Samantha is your tutor. Samantha's dedication to refining pronunciation is amazing. Unlike many language instructors who gloss over phonetic precision, she meticulously deconstructs each syllable, ensuring that I was developing an authentic accent from the very foundation.For learners who take their Japanese studies seriously—particularly those who understand the indispensable value of mastering pronunciation—she is invaluable. Her expertise, combined with her affordable pricing, makes her an outstanding choice for anyone striving for fluency with precision.

Chris, 38 lessons with Samantha

Helpful, Patient, and Knowledgable Tutor

I needed to study for my operating systems exam. Samantha helped me understand how to fork and multi-thread in C++. She is very patient and knows what she is talking about. She made sure I understood what was going on.

Alexander, 6 lessons with Samantha

Helpful square space teaching

Samantha calmly went through square space with me and was very helpful trying to refresh my website. She had a good understanding of square space and CSS. I would highly recommend her.

Maya, 2 lessons with Samantha

great tutor!

She explained everything I had questions about in a way that was easy to comprehend. I will book another session with her soon. Very happy.

Mike, 1 lesson with Samantha