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Math. Pre-/ Algebra, Trigs, Pre-/ Calculus, Geometry. IT & Russian.
Katya S.

4.9 (116 ratings)

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Due to my background and experience in science and IT fields, I possess good organization, optimization, and analytical skills. It helps me to thoroughly understand a student's needs and the areas he or she has to be focused on.
I am simply passionate about teaching and sharing my experience in learning mathematics and technology. I use a few methods in tutoring students. First, I believe that every subject should be approached “by association.” I like to give examples of real-life...

Due to my background and experience in science and IT fields, I possess good organization, optimization, and analytical skills. It helps me to thoroughly understand a student's needs and the areas he or she has to be focused on.
I am simply passionate about teaching and sharing my experience in learning mathematics and technology. I use a few methods in tutoring students. First, I believe that every subject should be approached “by association.” I like to give examples of real-life applications for every topic before it gets too technical. This way makes it memorable. For example, we can talk about a system of equations in physics or an algorithm used in everyday technology. Second, I like to establish the initial basics for every topic covered. It is important to know formulas and theorems, while understanding comes later on. Finally, I am a true believer that practice is essential. In my words, “muscle memory” benefits a student and helps him/her in choosing the best approach for solving similar problems.
My focus has always been on mathematics, physics, and IT. I started my higher education at Novosibirsk State University, Russia, and decided to continue it in the US. I spent about a year taking ESL and CORE classes at a community college, and shortly got accepted at the University of Maryland, Computer Science department.
During school, I worked part-time under the FDA as a developer and did other projects to cover my tuition. My paper on how to apply math logic in English 101 got adopted in the course. In addition, I added Mathematics as my second degree due to my passion for the subject. After graduation, I joined the Federal Reserve, Washington D.C., automizing statistic releases. After that, I got a contract with Diamond Resort Intl' in Las Vegas, NV. I also edit textbooks for musical colleges in Russia, as well as translating papers and publications. I have also tutored students online (Science, Software, Russian-English).
I am looking forward to working with students and watching them succeed.

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Education

University of Maryland
Comp Sc. and Math

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $45
  • Rate details: Programming Help: I often take my time to look over reqs/specs; research might be required (platform, language, etc). Please, be considerate of my time outside of the scheduled sessions.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

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Approved Subjects

Algebra 1

Algebra 1

GPA 4.0 Math Degree. 5 years of tutoring.
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

Degrees : Math and CS
Calculus

Calculus

Calc 1-2
Computer Science

Computer Science

At the University of Maryland, I have developed a theoretical foundation for approaching and solving problems. My coursework focused on the areas of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), analysis of algorithms, design, and development of applications. Among all technologies/languages I had experience with, I mostly used Java, C# .NET, MySQL, PL/SQL, as well as web and scripting, writing CMS modules, etc.
Geometry

Geometry

Algebra1-3, Geometry, Calc
Prealgebra

Prealgebra

7 years of tutoring.
Precalculus

Precalculus

Math degree. Precalculus & Calculus tutoring.
SAT Math

SAT Math

Algebra I, II. Pre-Calculus. Geometry. Trigonometry. Calculus I-III. Math Logic. Probability and Statistics.
ASVAB
Computer Programming
Elementary Math
ESL/ESOL
TOEFL
Trigonometry

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Ratings and Reviews

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She’s Awesome!!!

My favorite tutor on the platform! I wish I could give her $1,000/hour. She goes above and beyond for her students

De'Anton, 1 lesson with Katya

My daughter finds Katya very knowledgeable

My daughter has enjoyed tutoring with Katya. Katya is very knowledgeable And takes her time to explain the material. I definitely recommend Katya! My daughter looks forward learning more with this tutor.

Zoe, 11 lessons with Katya

Great Tutor!

My daughter retained the material and aced her test!! Thank you Katya!! We highly recommend Katya. She is extremely helpful with math.

Carly, 1 lesson with Katya

Excellent tutor

My daughter is very happy with Katya … she is very patient and opitimistic … I hear a lots of positive attitude when she’s teaching my daughter … very very excellent tutor for your kids

Francis , 2 lessons with Katya

Sweet and kind ... very intelligent women

Excellent at what she does and a very much like genius in math with a positive demeanor... I advise others to put there trust in her knowledge because shes the one

DeAndre, 6 lessons with Katya

Katya is very patient

This was our first lesson and although I wasn’t sure where to begin, she knew right where to start! Looking forward to meeting with her again.

Ann-Lynn, 1 lesson with Katya

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

Great tutor. Katya always completes homework with our 6th grade daughter and she is very friendly. She explains and gives examples to science concepts. We recommend Katya.

Cosmina, 9 lessons with Katya

Excellent and patient tutor

Katya helped me with my calculus 1 homework involving limits and L' Hospital's rule. She showed me the importance of the rules/steps to follow, and she was patient with me when I was confused. She showed me multiple examples and explained them as she went. She was very helpful, and her tutoring led me to get an A on my following quiz. Would highly recommend her to other students. (She is also very quick to respond when you are on a time crunch!)

Macy, 1 lesson with Katya

Computer Science

I enjoyed our tutoring lesson! She was very patient and knowledgeable about my subject.. She helped me at the last minute. I will definitely use her again. Great job!!!!

Gaila, 8 lessons with Katya

Great tutor!

Katya was very professional and understanding on the needs of my daughters subject. She did a great job working with my daughter and I definitely recommend her.

Humberto, 2 lessons with Katya
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