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Santa Clara, CA
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.
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.
My son needed a few calculus lessons to catch up on a few topics that he needed for his physics class (he’s taking calculus concurrently and hasn’t learned the topics yet). Daniel was able to help him learned in just 3 sessions. ... - Phung, 3 lessons with Daniel

Walnut Creek, CA
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,...
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,...
We went over the math behind trig substitutions and did a few example problems. Helped my understanding of the concepts and my ability immensely. Plus we had a fun conversation about Physics during the session. - Basil

Berkeley, CA
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...
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...
I worked with Nicholas in between a couple of my tests for physics 2 and each time my test grades improved. An incredible option for those who want to not just learn physics, but understand the big ideas that come with it. - Ben, 3 lessons with Nicholas

San Jose, CA
14 years of teaching physics and chemistry at University of California, Berkeley
14 years of teaching physics and chemistry at University of California, Berkeley
Khoi is a very passionate tutor who enjoys working with and helping his students. I worked with Khoi on MCAT Physics and was impressed with not only his knowledge, but also his experience as a tutor. He shared helpful insight into... - Tiffany

Cupertino, CA
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...
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...
Venkat was very proficient in communicating and assisting me with College Physics material. I can assure you that he will be able to help you with Physics at any level. He was able to help me with every step throughout solving pro... - Daniel, 3 lessons with Venkat

Cupertino, CA
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...
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...
We can see the progress and improvement. Thank you so much. Looking forward to the next lesson. We will practice by ourselves in the meantime. - Christian, 8 lessons with Jonah

San Francisco, CA
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...
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...
Heng distinguished herself as a truly first rate teacher. Her academic credentials are outstanding. What is more important is her caring and nurturing style where she seeks out the children's strengths to create a dynamic learni... - David, 41 lessons with Heng

Petaluma, CA
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.
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.
My son used David for help with his AP physics class in HS. David came through again with a last minute lesson before a big test in my son’s college physics class. Can’t recommend him enough for his knowledge and professionalism... - Yvette, 8 lessons with David

Emeryville, CA
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...
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...

Berkeley, CA
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...
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...

Santa Rosa, CA
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...
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...
This is a comment from a grateful parent, I will have my children follow up with their own insights. We have triplets, Will is willing and able to tackle any subject the kids need at a moment's notice. He is brilliant, he can tuto... - Stephanie, 64 lessons with William

San Francisco, CA
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....
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....

San Jose, CA
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
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
Prashant taught AP Physics to my high school son. He is very knowledgeable, and explained the concepts clearly. My son loved his style of teaching, and will continue to have more classes. - Venkata

Tracy, CA
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...
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...
Timothy has a great understanding of physics and he was always available to help when I needed it. After a few tutoring sessions with Timothy, I feel a lot better prepared for my physics class. - Audrey, 5 lessons with Timothy

Palo Alto, CA
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...
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...
Raphael's tutoring sessions were a game-changer for my daughter. She went from being confused by several physics concepts she was learning in high school to being "crystal clear" (her words) and confident on those topics. She sai... - Christine, 62 lessons with Raphael

Oakland, CA
...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...
...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...

Palo Alto, CA
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...
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...

Berkeley, CA
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,...
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,...

Redwood City, CA
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...
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...
Donnie was really helpful with our son’s AP physics work. He had a really good approach to determining what aspects of his curriculum needed work and how to help him get a better approach to tackling problems. - Shane

Fremont, CA
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...
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...
Oleg helped my AP Physics student out of a bind and on short notice so grateful. He was good at the subject very knowledgeable and taught some ideas my son didn’t know. - Jennifer

Los Gatos, CA
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...
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...
We have only had one session with Andrew so far, but my daughter who really HATES Physics and has never connected with a Physics tutor, said she liked him and thinks he can help. - Kathleen, 9 lessons with Andrew

San Jose, CA
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...
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...

San Francisco, CA
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...
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...
John is absolutley amazing and exceptionally helpful. He excels in making concepts easy to understand. John is very patient and has an incredible ability to assess areas of weakness and tailor his approach according to his student... - Eugene, 25 lessons with John

Stanford, CA
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....
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....

Mountain View, CA
I am a theoretical physicist and have helped with all kinds of physics and math many ap and university students before and currently.
I am a theoretical physicist and have helped with all kinds of physics and math many ap and university students before and currently.
Sotirios was very patient with our daughter to teach her AP Physics C (3rd year of physics). They discussed limits first. In particular they saw some examples of limits and the technical definition of limits as introduced by Cauch... - Sonya, 2 lessons with Sotirios
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