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Daniel O. Santa Clara, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Daniel O.
50/hour

Santa Clara, CA

Masters in Computational Physics with 20+ years tutoring experience

I have tutored Physics extensively since my college years. I have also been a physics instructor at San Jose state and have a masters degree in Physics.

4.8 (68)
50/hour
405 hours tutoring

I have tutored Physics extensively since my college years. I have also been a physics instructor at San Jose state and have a masters degree in Physics.

Derrick B. Walnut Creek, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Derrick B.
110/hour

Walnut Creek, CA

Stanford PhD here to make math and physics EASY

Hi there! My name is Derrick and I'm excited to teach you math and physics. I've always had a natural aptitude for math and science, and after graduating with two undergraduate degrees from MIT and finishing a PhD at Stanford,...

5.0 (34)
110/hour
83 hours tutoring

Hi there! My name is Derrick and I'm excited to teach you math and physics. I've always had a natural aptitude for math and science, and after graduating with two undergraduate degrees from MIT and finishing a PhD at Stanford,...

Nicholas H. Berkeley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nicholas H.
200/hour

Berkeley, CA

UC Berkeley Instructor and PhD Student in Theoretical Physics

Over the last five years, I have tutored high school physics, AP Physics 1-2, AP Physics C, lower and upper division college courses, and mentored students young and not so young in research. At Berkeley, I teach introductory...

5.0 (136)
200/hour
487 hours tutoring

Over the last five years, I have tutored high school physics, AP Physics 1-2, AP Physics C, lower and upper division college courses, and mentored students young and not so young in research. At Berkeley, I teach introductory...

Khoi N. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Khoi N.
90/hour

San Jose, CA

Physics, Science, and Math Genius

14 years of teaching physics and chemistry at University of California, Berkeley

4.9 (569)
90/hour
3,840 hours tutoring

14 years of teaching physics and chemistry at University of California, Berkeley

Venkat A. Cupertino, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Venkat A.
190/hour

Cupertino, CA

Expert Physics Tutor with 10+ Years teaching AP Physics

My father was a physics professor and grew up with Physics in my house. I love teaching physics because it connects math with real world problems. I have expertise teaching algebra-based and calculus-based physics from...

5.0 (430)
190/hour
720 hours tutoring
Response time: 9 minutesNote that average response time is based on Venkat’s active hours, which are 4:00 pm - 4:00 am UTC.

My father was a physics professor and grew up with Physics in my house. I love teaching physics because it connects math with real world problems. I have expertise teaching algebra-based and calculus-based physics from...

Jonah Y. Cupertino, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jonah Y.
115/hour

Cupertino, CA

Pre-Med Graduate With High Scores in University Level Courses

I have tutored many high school physics students in the past few years and took many APs in high school, including science APs such as Chemistry and Physics. I have completed semester-long university courses in Physics 1 as...

5.0 (60)
115/hour
88 hours tutoring

I have tutored many high school physics students in the past few years and took many APs in high school, including science APs such as Chemistry and Physics. I have completed semester-long university courses in Physics 1 as...

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

San Francisco, CA

Beauty in changes and motion

I have tutored Calculus up to some topics in Cal III. Associating geometry and physics meanings to mathematical operations helps students visualizing what they are doing and how amazingly simple the system can be. It is a great tool for...

5.0 (561)
80/hour
1,400 hours tutoring

I have tutored Calculus up to some topics in Cal III. Associating geometry and physics meanings to mathematical operations helps students visualizing what they are doing and how amazingly simple the system can be. It is a great tool for...

David L. Petaluma, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
David L.
130/hour

Petaluma, CA

Patient and Effective Physics Tutor with 40 years of Experience.

I have undergraduate and graduate degrees in physics. I have taught high school physics for 30 years and college physics from time to time. I have tutored all levels of physics for over 30 years.

5.0 (391)
130/hour
1,540 hours tutoring
Response time: 34 minutesNote that average response time is based on David’s active hours, which are 7:00 am - 7:00 am UTC.

I have undergraduate and graduate degrees in physics. I have taught high school physics for 30 years and college physics from time to time. I have tutored all levels of physics for over 30 years.

Vincent S. Emeryville, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Vincent S.
60/hour

Emeryville, CA

Love to Teach and Love to Science

M. Sc. in Physics, University of Virginia, 2015 Instructor, Upward Bound Program University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA: Taught and tutored high school students in math and physics courses, coached and mentored high school...

4.9 (15)
60/hour
48 hours tutoring

M. Sc. in Physics, University of Virginia, 2015 Instructor, Upward Bound Program University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA: Taught and tutored high school students in math and physics courses, coached and mentored high school...

Ethan A. Berkeley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ethan A.
50/hour

Berkeley, CA

UC Berkeley Undergrad Tutor

Hey, Everyone! I'm excited to work with you to enhance your abilities in education. Because I have always had a passion for education, I, along with several of my peers, initiated a tutoring program within my school to provide targeted academic...

5.0 (47)
50/hour
294 hours tutoring
Response time: 10 minutesNote that average response time is based on Ethan’s active hours, which are 7:00 am - 10:00 pm UTC.

Hey, Everyone! I'm excited to work with you to enhance your abilities in education. Because I have always had a passion for education, I, along with several of my peers, initiated a tutoring program within my school to provide targeted academic...

William B. Santa Rosa, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
William B.
150/hour

Santa Rosa, CA

Textbook Author, Former Scientist and Teacher, who Loves Teaching!

Physics is a conceptual based course that requires the student to understand and be able to work through a variety of different problems. Establishing an ability to draw a good free body diagram, organize the givens, and identify the...

4.9 (465)
150/hour
1,977 hours tutoring

Physics is a conceptual based course that requires the student to understand and be able to work through a variety of different problems. Establishing an ability to draw a good free body diagram, organize the givens, and identify the...

Nenad Z. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Nenad Z.
80/hour

San Francisco, CA

Math, Physics and Chemistry Tutor. Years of Experience!

I am a professional tutor in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. In 2007, I received a B.S in Chemistry from UC Berkeley with honors and since then, I have helped hundreds of students reach their full potential in Math and Science Classes....

4.9 (17)
80/hour
65 hours tutoring

I am a professional tutor in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry. In 2007, I received a B.S in Chemistry from UC Berkeley with honors and since then, I have helped hundreds of students reach their full potential in Math and Science Classes....

Prashant B. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Prashant B.
55/hour

San Jose, CA

Your Partner in Physics/SAT Math/ACT Science/Calculus Success

I have an advanced degrees in Physics (MS and PhD) and am considered as a subject matter expert in my academic area by my peers. I have taught this subject to students with varying level of expertise with great success

4.9 (349)
55/hour
1,609 hours tutoring

I have an advanced degrees in Physics (MS and PhD) and am considered as a subject matter expert in my academic area by my peers. I have taught this subject to students with varying level of expertise with great success

Timothy D. Tracy, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Timothy D.
75/hour

Tracy, CA

B.S. in Physics with 1 year tutoring experience

Tutored physics I & II (Calc and non-calculus based), and optics extensively. Completed my B.S. degree in Physics from CU Denver, one of the most rigorous programs offered by the college, with a 3.60 GPA. I have completed courses...

4.9 (92)
75/hour
276 hours tutoring

Tutored physics I & II (Calc and non-calculus based), and optics extensively. Completed my B.S. degree in Physics from CU Denver, one of the most rigorous programs offered by the college, with a 3.60 GPA. I have completed courses...

Raphael L. Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Raphael L.
139/hour

Palo Alto, CA

Harvard PhD in physics, top 20 at US Physics Olympiad

I tutor across an array of physics topics including general physics - both calculus and algebra based, classical mechanics, electromagnetism, and quantum mechanics at an undergraduate level, as well as high school physics and...

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5.0 (2708)
139/hour
9,992 hours tutoring

I tutor across an array of physics topics including general physics - both calculus and algebra based, classical mechanics, electromagnetism, and quantum mechanics at an undergraduate level, as well as high school physics and...

Oliver Y. Oakland, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Oliver Y.
60/hour

Oakland, CA

STEM Tutoring that Increases Confidence and Content Understanding

...the entire problem. I have tutored over 20 students before in all math levels from Algebra 1 to AP Calculus and from Physical Science to AP Chemistry. I can tutor 1-1 or in small groups of 2-3 students. I want to benefit the students as much as...

5.0 (7)
60/hour
12 hours tutoring

...the entire problem. I have tutored over 20 students before in all math levels from Algebra 1 to AP Calculus and from Physical Science to AP Chemistry. I can tutor 1-1 or in small groups of 2-3 students. I want to benefit the students as much as...

Kat T. Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kat T.
100/hour

Palo Alto, CA

Chemistry, Science, Math and Russian (bilingual, native) Tutor

I am familiar with every aspect of Russian culture, including business and travelling. Besides that, I teach college and high school science courses: Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Biology and Math. I have a degree...

5.0 (24)
100/hour
40 hours tutoring

I am familiar with every aspect of Russian culture, including business and travelling. Besides that, I teach college and high school science courses: Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Biology and Math. I have a degree...

Vicram V. Berkeley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Vicram V.
50/hour

Berkeley, CA

Experienced Tutor Specializing in JAVA, AP Physics, and AP CS

I maintained a high GPA throughout high school and am well aware of the pressure to do well. I have gained scores of 4 on AP Computer Science, AP Physics 1 and C, and AP Language. I have gained scores of 5 on AP Calculus BC, AP Literature,...

5.0 (178)
50/hour
346 hours tutoring

I maintained a high GPA throughout high school and am well aware of the pressure to do well. I have gained scores of 4 on AP Computer Science, AP Physics 1 and C, and AP Language. I have gained scores of 5 on AP Calculus BC, AP Literature,...

Donnie R. Redwood City, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Donnie R.
125/hour

Redwood City, CA

Physics (High School, AP, and College level)

My approach to physics is grounded in my direct experience as a High School Physics Teacher, where I designed curriculum and taught both New York Regents and AP Physics courses. This classroom experience is complemented by my...

5.0 (4)
125/hour
38 hours tutoring

My approach to physics is grounded in my direct experience as a High School Physics Teacher, where I designed curriculum and taught both New York Regents and AP Physics courses. This classroom experience is complemented by my...

Oleg K. Fremont, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Oleg K.
80/hour

Fremont, CA

Math competitions AMC10-12, AIME, Physics (f=ma) , SAS/SQL

I entered Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology at age of 16, about the same age as my AoPS students now. I worked as a National Lab (ANL) scientist, university (UC or Texas A&M), and industrial trainer. I teach any HS, college...

4.9 (214)
80/hour
842 hours tutoring

I entered Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology at age of 16, about the same age as my AoPS students now. I worked as a National Lab (ANL) scientist, university (UC or Texas A&M), and industrial trainer. I teach any HS, college...

Andrew M. Los Gatos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Andrew M.
80/hour

Los Gatos, CA

Physics Educational Specialist - Licensed Teacher

I have taught for the last 7 years, and have over 2 years experience tutoring physics before that. I tutored high school, AP and college students in Physics. I have a solid understanding of the class as well as teaching techniques to...

5.0 (380)
80/hour
1,172 hours tutoring

I have taught for the last 7 years, and have over 2 years experience tutoring physics before that. I tutored high school, AP and college students in Physics. I have a solid understanding of the class as well as teaching techniques to...

Christopher S. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Christopher S.
45/hour

San Jose, CA

Chemist with 8 years of instruction experience

It takes dedication and a solid foundation of Math and Physics to learn Chemistry. When my fellow students asked for assistance, I found that I had to make the most of good study habits, mnemonics, and a variety of learning styles to break...

4.7 (18)
45/hour
127 hours tutoring

It takes dedication and a solid foundation of Math and Physics to learn Chemistry. When my fellow students asked for assistance, I found that I had to make the most of good study habits, mnemonics, and a variety of learning styles to break...

John B. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
John B.
160/hour

San Francisco, CA

Mathematician with Strong Background in Physics

In high school I got 5's on both AP Physics C exams (Mechanics and E&M). Today I hold an M.Sc. in Mathematics and have a strong background in mathematical physics as well as physics more generally. I enjoy finding...

5.0 (109)
160/hour
276 hours tutoring

In high school I got 5's on both AP Physics C exams (Mechanics and E&M). Today I hold an M.Sc. in Mathematics and have a strong background in mathematical physics as well as physics more generally. I enjoy finding...

Austin K. Stanford, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Austin K.
120/hour

Stanford, CA

Experienced HS/College Tutor - Chemistry/Biology/Engineering

Hi! I am pursuing a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering at Stanford University. I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Cornell University with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. I have 8+ years of tutoring experience for a variety of backgrounds and subjects....

5.0 (6)
120/hour
37 hours tutoring

Hi! I am pursuing a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering at Stanford University. I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Cornell University with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering. I have 8+ years of tutoring experience for a variety of backgrounds and subjects....

Sotirios K. Mountain View, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sotirios K.
55/hour

Mountain View, CA

Physics and Math tutor to help you reach your educational goals

I am a theoretical physicist and have helped with all kinds of physics and math many ap and university students before and currently.

5.0 (1565)
55/hour
8,299 hours tutoring
Response time: 26 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I am a theoretical physicist and have helped with all kinds of physics and math many ap and university students before and currently.

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