279 River Forest AP Physics Tutors

...I have a degree in mechanical engineering from UIC and I have taught at the community college level. Most people who meet me can't believe that I'm actually an engineer because of my outgoing personality. I have been tutoring since I was in high school and I have a desire to help people understand math and science much better. I'm not happy until... read more

...Algebra 2 generally covers these topics: *Solving and Factoring Quadratic Equations (polynomials of degree 2) *Solving Systems of Equations *Relationships between the Sides of an Equation (direct and inverse variations) *Functions (mathematical relation between a dependent and independent variable) *Matrices (used to solve systems of linear equations)... read more

...Aside from my training and experience, I believe that my biggest strengths are my ability to put students at ease and my active listening skills. Those are the assets I have found to be most valuable when working with those struggling with ADHD and other difficulties. Asking for help when you are struggling in a subject can be scary, and I make... read more

...I look forward to helping you fulfill your potential! As a student who has mastered the subject matter tested on the MCAT, and, more importantly, has developed the strategies that lead to success, I scored in the 94th percentile of the MCAT (12PS, 12BS, 11VR) for an overall score of 35Q. I took the test in May of 2012. I earned a BS degree from... read more

...Many people believe that they cannot ever understand math and science, but in so many cases I think it's because they just haven't had it explained to them the way they needed. I believe that virtually any student can succeed in these subjects if they are taught the right way for them. Students do not have to hate math or be afraid of it. It's actually... read more