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Scored 2290/2400 on the SAT and have studied biomedical engineering at Yale. Have tutored students in SAT Math and SAT II Physics.
Scored 2290/2400 on the SAT and have studied biomedical engineering at Yale. Have tutored students in SAT Math and SAT II Physics.
Not only is this guy a outright genius in his teaching style but in his knowledge of the topic. He really understood my standpoint and the need of urgency to help me in my MATLAB class and didn't hesitate to help me through my who... - Todd

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I have worked with students taking honors physics, AP physics, and college physics. I used the principles of physics extensively while I was working as a hardware engineer. Now, as a tutor, I am able to relate real world situations to the material being learned.
I have worked with students taking honors physics, AP physics, and college physics. I used the principles of physics extensively while I was working as a hardware engineer. Now, as a tutor, I am able to relate real world situations to the material being learned.
I have been tutoring with Clark for Organic chemistry for a few months now, and am very happy to be learning from him. He is very knowledgeable on the subject and if I ask him to go over a certain part he goes into detail regardin... - Padma, 24 lessons with Clark

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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 AP Physics 1, 2, and C (mechanics and electricity and magnetism). I...
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 AP Physics 1, 2, and C (mechanics and electricity and magnetism). I...
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

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I am a STEM focused tutor that specializes in teaching all levels of math (AP included), science, academic test prep, and college level classes. One of my greatest strengths as a tutor is my ability to communicate with my students. I identify areas that need improvement and figure out where the fundamental disconnect...
I am a STEM focused tutor that specializes in teaching all levels of math (AP included), science, academic test prep, and college level classes. One of my greatest strengths as a tutor is my ability to communicate with my students. I identify areas that need improvement and figure out where the fundamental disconnect...
He is an excellent tutor. He knows the material very well. He explained it thoroughly and makes sure that the student understands it. He really knows his stuff. He is a very patient tutor. He did an excellent job! I would hi... - Mary

Near East Palo Alto, CA
Physics is often more difficult than math. It requires some insights into the law of physics. You could acquire these insights either by yourself with some serious thinking and considerable amount of time or someone could give you hints and point you to the right direction. That is when a physicist can help...
Physics is often more difficult than math. It requires some insights into the law of physics. You could acquire these insights either by yourself with some serious thinking and considerable amount of time or someone could give you hints and point you to the right direction. That is when a physicist can help...
Dr C really knows how to communicate complex Physics concepts and help the student learn through a patient style approach to transmitting knowledge. - L, 17 lessons with Brian

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Extensive teaching experience, including AP Physics.
Extensive teaching experience, including AP Physics.
Ian was very flexible to my schedule and was able to help me with last minute review before the AP test. He helped ms understand topics I was struggling with conceptually and reframed how I approached problems. I would highly reco... - Elena, 2 lessons with Ian

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I believe that once a child masters a skill, he or she is able to use it and build on it in an unlimited number of new applications. 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...
I believe that once a child masters a skill, he or she is able to use it and build on it in an unlimited number of new applications. 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...
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

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I have tutored the MCAT for more than five years now. I come from a teaching background teaching MCAT Chemistry, Physics, Biology and Verbal to pre med students. I have taken the new and old MCAT exams scoring above a 94 percentile both times. I have also worked in content development for the MCAT Mastery App.
I have tutored the MCAT for more than five years now. I come from a teaching background teaching MCAT Chemistry, Physics, Biology and Verbal to pre med students. I have taken the new and old MCAT exams scoring above a 94 percentile both times. I have also worked in content development for the MCAT Mastery App.
Patrick does a great job of communicating his knowledge of Physics. He has also been available on short notice when a Physics crisis arises. - Judith, 14 lessons with PATRICK

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I am experienced in tutoring high-school and college-level physics (including relativity and quantum mechanics at Stanford and Santa Clara University), in physics test prep (SAT Physics Subject test, AP Physics 1, and AP Physics 2, (the old AP Physics B), and AP Physics...
I am experienced in tutoring high-school and college-level physics (including relativity and quantum mechanics at Stanford and Santa Clara University), in physics test prep (SAT Physics Subject test, AP Physics 1, and AP Physics 2, (the old AP Physics B), and AP Physics...
Leon is a dream come true. He is able to explain the unexplainable, and make it make sense. He is an excellent tutor and we have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone who needs help with Physics! - Julianne, 3 lessons with Leon

Near East Palo Alto, CA
I have been tutoring physics since 2013
I have been tutoring physics since 2013
My son enjoys his lesson with Howard. Howard is patient and great in explaining complicated concepts. We have had several lessons with Howard, my son now don't find Physics as a difficult subject as he had thought before. - Alvin, 12 lessons with Howard

Near East Palo Alto, CA
My PhD is in elementary particle physics, and I have extensive learning and teaching experience in the major areas of physics at up to the university graduate level.
My PhD is in elementary particle physics, and I have extensive learning and teaching experience in the major areas of physics at up to the university graduate level.
My son wanted a few days of tutoring right before his physics final exam to clarify several new concepts. I needed to find a physics expert fast that could jump right in and get the job done. Michael was quick to respond to my "... - John, 2 lessons with Michael

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I am a tutor specializing in both Math and Physics. I have a Bachelors, Masters and PhD in Physics. I have loved teaching since I was a kid (completely true - ask my mom) :) While at U.C. Santa Barbara as an undergraduate, I was given the chance to be TA in a freshman physics class and to teach as...
I am a tutor specializing in both Math and Physics. I have a Bachelors, Masters and PhD in Physics. I have loved teaching since I was a kid (completely true - ask my mom) :) While at U.C. Santa Barbara as an undergraduate, I was given the chance to be TA in a freshman physics class and to teach as...
Jeff is enthusiastic and thorough he takes time and has incredible knowledge of physics. He has made a huge difference in my son's understanding and in improving his grade to a solid A. - Dylan , 2 lessons with Jeff

Near East Palo Alto, CA
Tired of not understanding what's going on in your math and science classes? Want to understand the material better before your final? Need to prepare for the SAT, ACT, GRE, or MCAT? Want guidance as you navigate the overwhelming college or graduate school admissions process? I can help you! I earned my Ph.D. and M.S....
Tired of not understanding what's going on in your math and science classes? Want to understand the material better before your final? Need to prepare for the SAT, ACT, GRE, or MCAT? Want guidance as you navigate the overwhelming college or graduate school admissions process? I can help you! I earned my Ph.D. and M.S....
My son has had two sessions with Beatriz thus far and I can’t say enough great things about her. She’s very flexible with her schedule and always accommodating. My son is in chemistry honors and has been struggling since the begin... - Jayden, 5 lessons with Beatriz

Near East Palo Alto, CA
Besides that, I teach college and high school science courses: Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Biology and Math. I have a degree in Biochemistry from UCLA where I did a research on material chemistry. I have tutored introductory General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Math; however, my...
Besides that, I teach college and high school science courses: Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics, Biology and Math. I have a degree in Biochemistry from UCLA where I did a research on material chemistry. I have tutored introductory General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Math; however, my...

Near East Palo Alto, CA
Also, having progressed as a high schooler in the Bay Area, I know firsthand the difficulties of navigating high school examinations including the SAT, ACT, and AP exams. I have achieved exceptional scores on such standardized exams, including: PSAT: 1440, ACT: 35, AP Physics 1: 5, AP Physics 2: 4, AP...
Also, having progressed as a high schooler in the Bay Area, I know firsthand the difficulties of navigating high school examinations including the SAT, ACT, and AP exams. I have achieved exceptional scores on such standardized exams, including: PSAT: 1440, ACT: 35, AP Physics 1: 5, AP Physics 2: 4, AP...

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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 regular physics to AP Physics 1, 2 and C.
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 regular physics to AP Physics 1, 2 and C.
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

Near East Palo Alto, CA
I graduated from college with a B.S. in biological science and a 3.997 GPA. 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 graduated from college with a B.S. in biological science and a 3.997 GPA. 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

Near East Palo Alto, 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

Near East Palo Alto, CA
3+ yrs tutoring honors and AP Physics
3+ yrs tutoring honors and AP Physics
I studied with the help of Alex for one semester and saw a drastic change in performance after his lessons. My performance during the first semester of 10th grade was constantly at a borderline C-. My test results always came up d... - Donnesh, 20 lessons with Alex

Near East Palo Alto, CA
I have loved physics, and the teaching of physics, since attending Lowell High School in San Francisco. My undergraduate major at University of California at Berkeley was Physics & Biology. In addition to my experience teaching physics as a grad student at SF State and the University of...
I have loved physics, and the teaching of physics, since attending Lowell High School in San Francisco. My undergraduate major at University of California at Berkeley was Physics & Biology. In addition to my experience teaching physics as a grad student at SF State and the University of...
My daughter was struggling to get an A in AP Physics during the first half of the fall semester because she was taking the AP Physics class without taking basic Physics. We wanted someone who could teach her basic Physics knowledg... - Tomoko, 31 lessons with Jeffrey

Near East Palo Alto, CA
During my time in high school and college, I have taken 3 years of physics, including high school physics, AP Physics C, and intensive introductory physics in college, receiving an A in each class and a 5 on the AP test. My mechanical engineering bachelor's degree and upcoming aerospace...
During my time in high school and college, I have taken 3 years of physics, including high school physics, AP Physics C, and intensive introductory physics in college, receiving an A in each class and a 5 on the AP test. My mechanical engineering bachelor's degree and upcoming aerospace...
I would like to thank Henry for being my daughter’s science project mentor. He is a dedicated and responsible instructor with very strong engineering and coding experience. He integrates complex concepts and methods into the proje... - Bonnie, 29 lessons with Henry

Near East Palo Alto, CA
I specialize in materials science, polymer chemistry and physics, fluid mechanics, and rheology. During my PhD, I was a TA for three quarters of Soft Matter Rheology at Stanford. I am experienced in tutoring polymer science at the college/graduate level.
I specialize in materials science, polymer chemistry and physics, fluid mechanics, and rheology. During my PhD, I was a TA for three quarters of Soft Matter Rheology at Stanford. I am experienced in tutoring polymer science at the college/graduate level.
My daughter enjoyed her class and thinks she’s very knowledgeable on both math and chemistry. It was a great help in her test prep. - Felicia, 3 lessons with Audrey

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In addition, I graduated from Penn State University with a Masters in geosciences, Southern New Hampshire University with a Masters in education, and University of New Hampshire with a B.S. in physics with a focus in astrophysics. Throughout my academic career and beyond, I have always had a passion for...
In addition, I graduated from Penn State University with a Masters in geosciences, Southern New Hampshire University with a Masters in education, and University of New Hampshire with a B.S. in physics with a focus in astrophysics. Throughout my academic career and beyond, I have always had a passion for...

Near East Palo Alto, 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 time as a CRLA-certified Peer Tutor at UMass Amherst, where I tutored...
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 time as a CRLA-certified Peer Tutor at UMass Amherst, where I tutored...
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

Near East Palo Alto, CA
Perfect 5 scorer on both AP Physics 1 and AP Physics C: Mechanics with near-perfect scores on official CollegeBoard practice tests. I break down complex physics concepts into intuitive frameworks that make problem-solving second nature. Through my personalized instruction, students learn to approach...
Perfect 5 scorer on both AP Physics 1 and AP Physics C: Mechanics with near-perfect scores on official CollegeBoard practice tests. I break down complex physics concepts into intuitive frameworks that make problem-solving second nature. Through my personalized instruction, students learn to approach...
Theodore was very helpful in teaching my AP physics and helped provide an easier understanding of the subject. I totally recommend and he helped me with my ap exam! - Natalie, 8 lessons with Theodore
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