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Jason M. Near Burlingame, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jason M.
135/hour

Near Burlingame, CA

UCLA-Trained (Analytic) Philosophy Tutor | Logic, Ethics, & Theory

I hold a B.A. in Philosophy from UCLA with a strong background in symbolic and first-order logic, derivations, and formal proof construction. My studies included philosophy of mathematics and coursework that required advanced formal reasoning. I’ve also supported students in calculus and related...

5.0 (53)
135/hour
308 hours tutoring

I hold a B.A. in Philosophy from UCLA with a strong background in symbolic and first-order logic, derivations, and formal proof construction. My studies included philosophy of mathematics and coursework that required advanced formal reasoning. I’ve also supported students in calculus and related...

Mark R. Near Burlingame, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mark R.
180/hour

Near Burlingame, CA

Ph. D. in Philosophy from UCLA (B. A. in Philosophy from Princeton)

I graduated from UCLA's Philosophy department with a Ph. D. in Philosophy, writing my dissertation on logical truth (https://www.dropbox.com/s/090yxpryf33i166/mark%20rubin%20dissertation.pdf?dl=0). I also majored in Philosophy as an undergraduate at Princeton. In 1997...

5.0 (44)
180/hour
153 hours tutoring
Response time: 12 minutesNote that average response time is based on Mark’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 5:00 am UTC.

I graduated from UCLA's Philosophy department with a Ph. D. in Philosophy, writing my dissertation on logical truth (https://www.dropbox.com/s/090yxpryf33i166/mark%20rubin%20dissertation.pdf?dl=0). I also majored in Philosophy as an undergraduate at Princeton. In 1997...

Raymond M. Near Burlingame, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Raymond M.
150/hour

Near Burlingame, CA

Stanford Graduate Specializing in SAT/ACT Test Prep

I am a recent college graduate from Stanford University, where I double majored in Economics and Film & Media Studies. And for the past four years I have also worked as a professional tutor or teacher's assistant for a variety of companies and organizations, including Stanford University. During this time, I have...

5.0 (37)
150/hour
438 hours tutoring

I am a recent college graduate from Stanford University, where I double majored in Economics and Film & Media Studies. And for the past four years I have also worked as a professional tutor or teacher's assistant for a variety of companies and organizations, including Stanford University. During this time, I have...

Heng X. Near Burlingame, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Heng X.
80/hour

Near Burlingame, CA

Everything Math, Science and Chinese

"You can teach a student a lesson for a day; but if you can teach him to learn by creating curiosity, he will continue the learning process as long as he lives." ~Clay P. Bedford I earned a Ph.D. doing Genetics research at the University of Utah. Knowledge is always fascinating to me: a concept is not just a concept,...

5.0 (561)
80/hour
1,404 hours tutoring

"You can teach a student a lesson for a day; but if you can teach him to learn by creating curiosity, he will continue the learning process as long as he lives." ~Clay P. Bedford I earned a Ph.D. doing Genetics research at the University of Utah. Knowledge is always fascinating to me: a concept is not just a concept,...

Richard A. Near Burlingame, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Richard A.
175/hour

Near Burlingame, CA

Experienced, Results-Oriented - Language, College Admissions, Testing

Hi prospective students, my name is Ricky, and I have over ten years of experience as a professional tutor. I am passionate about tutoring because it helped me achieve academic success in my own life. I struggled with certain subjects when I was a child, but ended up being valedictorian when I graduated from Woodside...

5.0 (479)
175/hour
1,744 hours tutoring

Hi prospective students, my name is Ricky, and I have over ten years of experience as a professional tutor. I am passionate about tutoring because it helped me achieve academic success in my own life. I struggled with certain subjects when I was a child, but ended up being valedictorian when I graduated from Woodside...

Anthony H. Near Burlingame, CA, available for in-person tutoring
Anthony H.
35/hour

Near Burlingame, CA

History, Literature & Public Speaking Tutor

The Core Curriculum at Columbia University underscored the importance of humanities study, forming conclusions from interdisciplinary research and thinking. That broad exposure to subjects like poetry, history, and philosophy helps in tutoring literature because authors will range widely through their...

5.0 (3)
35/hour
29 hours tutoring

The Core Curriculum at Columbia University underscored the importance of humanities study, forming conclusions from interdisciplinary research and thinking. That broad exposure to subjects like poetry, history, and philosophy helps in tutoring literature because authors will range widely through their...

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Lance G.
80/hour

Philosophy Grad, Chess Coach, & Learning Enthusiast

Graduate in philosophy with highest honors. Years of experience helping students study and understand philosophical concepts.

5.0 (1420)
80/hour
4,442 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutesNote that average response time is based on Lance’s active hours, which are 7:00 pm - 10:00 am UTC.

Graduate in philosophy with highest honors. Years of experience helping students study and understand philosophical concepts.

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Ren Y.
280/hour

Co-Founder of NY Philosophical Society, 46,000+ Guests a Year

At 20, I co-founded the New York Philosophical Society, a nonprofit that now hosts philosophy discussions for over 46,000 guests a year, and I have led and moderated many of those conversations myself. I also lead our public school...

5.0 (2)
280/hour
4 hours tutoring
Response time: 14 minutesNote that average response time is based on Ren’s active hours, which are 4:00 pm - 9:00 am UTC.

At 20, I co-founded the New York Philosophical Society, a nonprofit that now hosts philosophy discussions for over 46,000 guests a year, and I have led and moderated many of those conversations myself. I also lead our public school...

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Brendan K.
130/hour

Princeton PhD: Expert in Kant and Philosophy of Physics

I'm just completing my PhD in philosophy at Princeton; I'll be defending my dissertation next month. I'm qualified to teach a large number of areas of philosophy at the college level. My two main areas of expertise are...

5.0 (76)
130/hour
480 hours tutoring
Response time: 55 minutesNote that average response time is based on Brendan’s active hours, which are 6:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

I'm just completing my PhD in philosophy at Princeton; I'll be defending my dissertation next month. I'm qualified to teach a large number of areas of philosophy at the college level. My two main areas of expertise are...

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Douglas S.
80/hour

10+ Years Experience Teaching History, Philosophy, and Writing (PhD)

I have a PhD in philosophy, taught it for ten years, and have published eight articles in peer-reviewed venues and peer reviewed for journals five times.

5.0 (7)
80/hour
18 hours tutoring

I have a PhD in philosophy, taught it for ten years, and have published eight articles in peer-reviewed venues and peer reviewed for journals five times.

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Brian K.
60/hour

MA in Philosophy with 10+ years teaching experience

I have a master's degree in social and political philosophy from Bowling Green State University and have helped many students revise and edit their papers to improve the quality of their work.

5.0 (61)
60/hour
274 hours tutoring

I have a master's degree in social and political philosophy from Bowling Green State University and have helped many students revise and edit their papers to improve the quality of their work.

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Preston E.
50/hour

Dedicated Tutor, STAR Teacher

This past spring, I was a preceptor (like a TA) for a Political Philosophy Class and am currently writing my thesis on epistemology within the corpus of Machiavelli.

5.0 (24)
50/hour
89 hours tutoring

This past spring, I was a preceptor (like a TA) for a Political Philosophy Class and am currently writing my thesis on epistemology within the corpus of Machiavelli.

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Robert D.
115/hour

B.A in Philosophy from Cornell University

Philosophy has been a core part of my education, where I completed a B.A. in philosophy with a 4.0 GPA from Cornell University. Moreover, philosophy is a genuine activity of mine, and I continue to practice philosophy...

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5.0 (247)
115/hour
958 hours tutoring
Response time: 30 minutesNote that average response time is based on Robert’s active hours, which are 12:00 pm - 10:00 pm UTC.

Philosophy has been a core part of my education, where I completed a B.A. in philosophy with a 4.0 GPA from Cornell University. Moreover, philosophy is a genuine activity of mine, and I continue to practice philosophy...

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Andre C.
69/hour

Experienced examiner with 15+ Years of Teaching Experience

I can provide you feedback that will actually increase your chances of achieving high marks. Experience with multiple prescribed authors, themes and fields of knowledge, including Philosophy of Religion, Epistemology, Politics,...

5.0 (98)
69/hour
165 hours tutoring
Response time: 35 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I can provide you feedback that will actually increase your chances of achieving high marks. Experience with multiple prescribed authors, themes and fields of knowledge, including Philosophy of Religion, Epistemology, Politics,...

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David S.
85/hour

PhD philosopher with 30 yrs teaching core areas of philosophy

I hold a PhD in philosophy and have over 30 years of experience teaching a wide range of philosophical topics at the college level. My work emphasizes close reading, careful argument analysis, and clear articulation of complex ideas. I help...

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5.0 (105)
85/hour
173 hours tutoring
Response time: 38 minutesNote that average response time is based on David’s active hours, which are 4:00 pm - 6:00 am UTC.

I hold a PhD in philosophy and have over 30 years of experience teaching a wide range of philosophical topics at the college level. My work emphasizes close reading, careful argument analysis, and clear articulation of complex ideas. I help...

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Seth M.
39/hour

Professor of Philosophy with many years of Teaching Experience

I normally teach for colleges, but have also developed and taught philosophy courses for high school academies. I have experience teaching and tutoring ethics, political philosophy, aesthetics, philosophy of religion, and...

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5.0 (2103)
39/hour
7,508 hours tutoring
Response time: 1 minuteNote that average response time is based on Seth’s active hours, which are 4:00 pm - 1:00 am UTC.

I normally teach for colleges, but have also developed and taught philosophy courses for high school academies. I have experience teaching and tutoring ethics, political philosophy, aesthetics, philosophy of religion, and...

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Geoffrey B.
96/hour

Phi Beta Kappa Tutor Specializing in Kant and Ancient Philosophy

My background in philosophy focuses primarily on Ancient Philosophy (especially 5th Century Athens and the Hellenistic traditions). I am also well-versed in the philosophy of Locke, Kant, and some 20th century philosophers. I...

5.0 (1613)
96/hour
6,844 hours tutoring

My background in philosophy focuses primarily on Ancient Philosophy (especially 5th Century Athens and the Hellenistic traditions). I am also well-versed in the philosophy of Locke, Kant, and some 20th century philosophers. I...

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Timothy S.
45/hour

Study the History of Philosophy with a PhD Student!

I am a PhD student in philosophy at Villanova University, with a focus on the relationship between phenomenology and the history of philosophy. I received my M.A. in philosophy from Boston College in 2023 and my B.S. in...

5.0 (19)
45/hour
68 hours tutoring

I am a PhD student in philosophy at Villanova University, with a focus on the relationship between phenomenology and the history of philosophy. I received my M.A. in philosophy from Boston College in 2023 and my B.S. in...

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Vi B.
45/hour

Philosophy Award winner at SJU

I majored in Philosophy at Saint Joseph's University, and won the Philosophy Award in 2025, which is only given once a year. I am now a PhD candidate in experimental psychology at UNC. My coursework & thesis included lots...

5.0 (79)
45/hour
225 hours tutoring
Response time: 56 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I majored in Philosophy at Saint Joseph's University, and won the Philosophy Award in 2025, which is only given once a year. I am now a PhD candidate in experimental psychology at UNC. My coursework & thesis included lots...

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Adam W.
220/hour

Philosophy Tutor | Continental, political, & Chinese Philosophy

I hold a degree in Philosophy with formal training across both Western and Eastern traditions, including Continental and Chinese schools of thought. Throughout my academic career, I have taught and studied the history of philosophy...

5.0 (3937)
220/hour
11,635 hours tutoring
Response time: 39 minutesNote that average response time is based on Adam’s active hours, which are 6:00 pm - 6:00 am UTC.

I hold a degree in Philosophy with formal training across both Western and Eastern traditions, including Continental and Chinese schools of thought. Throughout my academic career, I have taught and studied the history of philosophy...

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Aidan D.
100/hour

BS in Physics with Philosophy Minor | Experienced Philosophy Tutor

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Physics with a minor in Philosophy and have tutored students in philosophy at the high school, college, and adult learner levels. My experience includes helping students engage with topics like ethics,...

5.0 (121)
100/hour
260 hours tutoring
Response time: 14 minutesNote that average response time is based on Aidan’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 3:00 am UTC.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Physics with a minor in Philosophy and have tutored students in philosophy at the high school, college, and adult learner levels. My experience includes helping students engage with topics like ethics,...

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Caleb H.
50/hour

B.A. Philosophy

My coursework in philosophy includes the following: Biomedical Ethics, Foucault, Modern Philosophy, Animal Rights, Ancient Philosophy, Animal Minds and Ethics, Limits of Morality, Anarchism, Philosophy of Art, and...

4.9 (28)
50/hour
72 hours tutoring

My coursework in philosophy includes the following: Biomedical Ethics, Foucault, Modern Philosophy, Animal Rights, Ancient Philosophy, Animal Minds and Ethics, Limits of Morality, Anarchism, Philosophy of Art, and...

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Mark R.
55/hour

Philosophy -- Experienced Tutor

Philosophy As a tutor for Philosophy, Dr. Robertson teaches Metaphysics, Epistemology, and Ethics. Likewise, he teaches Ancient, Medieval, and Modern Philosophy. Metaphysical questions include: “Does life have...

4.9 (193)
55/hour
572 hours tutoring
Response time: 50 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Philosophy As a tutor for Philosophy, Dr. Robertson teaches Metaphysics, Epistemology, and Ethics. Likewise, he teaches Ancient, Medieval, and Modern Philosophy. Metaphysical questions include: “Does life have...

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Samantha R.
100/hour

Full-Stack Web Development Tutor and Instructor

Hi, I'm Sam! I completed a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science in 2015 and have worked as a software engineer with a focus on full-stack web development for over 6 years since then. I also have over a year of experience teaching web development...

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5.0 (272)
100/hour
464 hours tutoring

Hi, I'm Sam! I completed a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science in 2015 and have worked as a software engineer with a focus on full-stack web development for over 6 years since then. I also have over a year of experience teaching web development...

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Jason B.
54/hour

Everything Chemistry and Physics | A Concept First Approach

Most students come to me when they’re underperforming in challenging courses like AP Chemistry, Physics, or Calculus—and within a short time, they begin to understand the material clearly and improve their performance. I specialize in...

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5.0 (411)
54/hour
1,041 hours tutoring
Response time: 29 minutesNote that average response time is based on Jason’s active hours, which are 9:00 pm - 9:00 am UTC.

Most students come to me when they’re underperforming in challenging courses like AP Chemistry, Physics, or Calculus—and within a short time, they begin to understand the material clearly and improve their performance. I specialize in...

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