Destan

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Destan is an experienced science and math tutor with over ten years of teaching experience and a background in biological sciences from the University of Maryland. Currently in medical school, he has helped students excel in subjects like biology, chemistry, physics, and math, as well as standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT, and MCAT—many achieving top scores. His Socratic teaching method encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and student participation. Known for his adaptability, he customizes lessons for learners with ADHD, autism, and other needs. Outside tutoring, he enjoys ice hockey and believes education can transform lives and communities.

Monday-Friday: 9am-12pm and 3-7pm Saturday and Sunday 9am-1pm

I always adjust my approach to teaching in accords to my student's specific needs. In general, I prefer a Socratic method where I coax a student's understanding through strategic questioning and get the student to be an active part of their own education.

I went to the University of Maryland, College Park where I got a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences. I am currently in medical school.

I have been a teacher/tutor for over 10 years now. I have worked with organizations such as The Princeton Review. I have tutored many students in many subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Math in addition to tests such as the SAT, ACT, and MCAT.

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Destan
$425.00 USD

Subject Expertise

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Algebra
Algebra
Algebra 2
Algebra 2
American Goverment
American Goverment
AP Calculus
AP Calculus
AP Chemistry
AP Chemistry
AP Physics
AP Physics
Biochemistry
Biochemistry
Biology
Biology
Calculus
Calculus
IB English
IB English
IB Physics Tutor
IB Physics Tutor
Public Speaking
Public Speaking
Reading
Reading
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
Trigonometry
Trigonometry

My mission

My mission as a tutor is to make the world better by helping people become more informed about the world. I want to use my passion for education to help students along their academic careers and journey. I have seen how transformative education can be for people and for communities. My goal is to instill in my students a passion for life-long learning and give them the tools they need to become the best versions of themselves.

My Story

Cognitive Diversity

How I adapt to students with diverse intellectual needs.

I take in feedback from students and often from their parents as to what approach(es) work best for the student. For example, with a student with ADHD, I might break up the lessons into smaller portions than normal (like 5 minutes as opposed to 15 minutes) so that any learning difficulties can be overcome. I also take into account a student's body language and tone and can generally tell when a student might need a break or might need a new approach to thinking about the given material.

I have worked with gifted kids and helped them achieve their lofty standards (such as 1500+ SAT scores)

I have worked with profoundly gifted kids and helped them achieve lofty goals.

I have worked with several children with ADHD and I have been able to help them overcome learning difficulties and be able to pass classes and achieve high scores on standardized tests like the SAT and ACT.

I have worked with children with sensory processing challenges and got them to be able to pass their classes when before they were failing classes.

I have worked with children with sensory processing challenges and got them to be able to pass their classes when before they were failing classes.

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