Building mathematical understanding,
confidence, and independence
About David Vasquez
David is a mathematics educator and private tutor based in Houston, Texas. With over a decade of tutoring experience and nearly five years of high school classroom teaching, he has accumulated several thousand hours of experience teaching mathematics across a wide range of subjects.
Now in his third year teaching AP mathematics, David currently teaches AP Calculus*, College Algebra, and SAT Math at The Tenney School, one of Houston’s premier private schools. His teaching portfolio at Tenney also includes Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and AP Precalculus*.
Trusted by Families from Houston’s Leading Schools
David has worked with students and families from schools, including:
- Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart
- The John Cooper School
- The Village School
- Strake Jesuit College Preparatory
- The Kinkaid School
- Episcopal High School
- St. Agnes Academy
- Several other local high schools
What Students and Families are Saying
“My daughter’s confidence and problem-solving ability go up after working with you. Thank you so much for getting our girl through BC Calc in one piece!!!”
— Parent, Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart
“David is an excellent math tutor — responsive, well-prepared, and very thorough. He explains concepts clearly and patiently, creating a friendly and supportive learning environment. My son enjoys his sessions with him!”
— Parent, Strake Jesuit College Preparatory
“Thank you for being my precal teacher during summer school. I feel prepared for calculus, and I deeply appreciate the help you’ve given me.”
— Former Precalculus Student
“Thanks for putting up with me and all my questions. You’re a great teacher, and I’m really grateful for all the hard work you’ve done to help me get where I am in math.”
— Former Algebra II Student
“David is conscientious, communicative, on time, and a wonderful addition to my son’s academic life!”
— Parent, The Kinkaid School
“Out of all my math teachers I’ve ever had, I learned the most from you. You managed to make me like math, which I never thought was possible! You’ve made me better at math and even made it fun!”
— Former Algebra I Student
Education
David earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of Houston in 2021, with a minor in physics. His coursework included 60 credit hours in mathematics and 25 in physics, culminating in advanced study of real analysis, classical mechanics, and quantum mechanics.
Teaching Philosophy
David creates a classroom environment where students feel safe to be themselves and empowered to ask questions. He has extensive experience supporting neurodivergent learners, including those with ADHD, executive function challenges, autism, depression, and anxiety. He firmly believes that every student can succeed in mathematics, regardless of their background or circumstances.
Recognition
During the 2022–2023 school year, David received the High School Teacher of the Year and Most Encouraging Teacher awards at The Tenney School.
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Personalized one-on-one math tutoring is available in person at San Felipe & Voss or online.
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