Bill Driscoll

I first met Bill at City College, SF, circa 1974 during chemistry class. We were lab partners and we became fast friends. What struck me most was his ability to calculate mathematical equations without a calculator. While everyone had calculators, Bill had his brain. During a final exam, the instructor asked Bill, «where’s your calculator?». Bill answered nonchalantly, «I don’t need one since you only want the answers to the nearest hundredths»! I am not surprised that he has excelled as an educational expert in chemistry and mathematics. Bill is very patient when it comes to tutoring young adults, a must in this specialized field of education. Believe me, I know. He tutored me back in 1974 Chem 1A which was instrumental in getting me accepted to dental school. Bill is my patient and friend to this day!

Bill is a MIRACLE WORKER!!!
I am dyslexic and didn’t even read until 5^th grade at SFDS. I started working with Bill and he explains things in such a different way that clicked for me. He was always open to my questions and never let me get frustrated– his patience and willingness to understand me and how I learned was truly AMAZING. He made me feel proud about how my brain worked differently which as a dyslexic was a huge confidence booster.
He worked with me all the way through middle school arithmetic, algebra, SAT prep, high school math at UHS including trig, geometry and calculus. And he even helped me when I was studying for GMATS and statistics preparation for my MBA and Masters in Engineering.
He truly is brilliant but more than anything so friendly, understanding and patient. He doesn’t just have one way to explain something which allowed me to truly learn a concept from every perspective. Without Bill I would have never graduated SFDS, UHS, HARVARD and now be pursuing an MBA and Maters in Engineering.

I’ve known Bill Driscoll for nearly 20 years, as a professional colleague.
Over the past two decades, I’ve heard from numerous parents and school contacts about the excellent quality of Bill’s work as a private teacher. No math tutor in San Francisco has a better reputation than Bill Driscoll, and I wholeheartedly give him my highest possible recommendation.
Bill is particularly skilled in working with students with learning differences or disabilities (ADD, ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalulia, etc.). His expertise in this area is simply unparalleled in San Francisco and surrounding areas, and in combination with a great sense of humor and a focused but light-​hearted teaching style, Bill is consistently able to bring out the best in students faced with special learning challenges.
In addition, Bill is a generous soul who enjoys going beyond the call of duty, mentoring other tutors in our area, volunteering his time, giving presentations to various professional groups, etc.
Understandably, Bill’s time is in very high demand. If you’re lucky enough to get a slot in his busy calendar, you won’t be disappointed with the superlative level of academic coaching he provides.

Bill is simply the best. Great at engaging the attention of kids, he is simultaneously adept at explaining his methods to their parents. Bill has spent hours with both of our kids and helped them master math, not just assisting them with difficult problems but helping them discover techniques that work best for them and allow them to grow on their own. He inspires confidence and boosts ability; we have treasured our time with him for years. Indeed, Bill remains a close friend of our family. My wife and I recommend him wholeheartedly. More than that — we encourage anyone to consult with him. You will be glad you did!