David

Education: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, minors in Spanish & Physics (Boise State University)

Area of Expertise: Math and Physics

David is an engaging and thoughtful tutor with 6 years of experience, dedicated to helping students build confidence and develop effective learning strategies in math and physics. He believes students learn best when they feel relaxed and comfortable, so he creates a supportive, low-pressure environment where they can ask questions and work through challenges without fear of judgment. David focuses on mastering concepts while helping students discover their individual learning styles and develop the skills to teach themselves independently. His goal is to reduce academic stress while strengthening each student's understanding, confidence, and ability to succeed on their own.

David earned his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Boise State University, with minors in Spanish and Physics. He began tutoring math in high school and continued tutoring math and physics throughout college. He later gained international teaching experience in Vietnam, where he taught English as a foreign language to students in grades 6 through 12. Over time, he transitioned from classroom teaching to online tutoring, expanding his experience to include ESL, writing, math, and physics.

Beyond teaching, David has an extensive background in research and writing. He began his research career with the Treasure Valley Water Atlas and later published journal papers on engineering education and classroom technology through Boise State University. He has also written nonfiction book summaries, research-based scripts, and freelance articles on topics ranging from technology and finance to food and sports. Outside of academics, David enjoys learning languages, traveling, practicing martial arts, playing disc golf, and reading. Fluent in Spanish, he also studies several other languages and loves exploring different cultures through local food, music, and sports. David is passionate about helping students become confident, independent learners and giving them the tools to approach academic challenges with greater ease.