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As part of my aerospace studies, I took many courses that model physical phenomena, such as calculus, physics, statics, dynamics, fluid mechanics, aerodynamics, flight dynamics, advanced flight dynamics, material strength, and structure analysis and design. I have a strong background in college...
As part of my aerospace studies, I took many courses that model physical phenomena, such as calculus, physics, statics, dynamics, fluid mechanics, aerodynamics, flight dynamics, advanced flight dynamics, material strength, and structure analysis and design. I have a strong background in college...

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I have extensive experience using macOS for scientific computing, engineering workflows, and software development. I work daily with macOS tools for programming, version control, system organization, and automation through Terminal and shell scripting. I’m comfortable helping students navigate macOS settings, file...
I have extensive experience using macOS for scientific computing, engineering workflows, and software development. I work daily with macOS tools for programming, version control, system organization, and automation through Terminal and shell scripting. I’m comfortable helping students navigate macOS settings, file...

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5 on AP Physics C Mech, C E&M, and 1
5 on AP Physics C Mech, C E&M, and 1
Just had our first session with Randy today, and he was able to shortly assess where my son needed help in grasping some AP physics materials he missed from being out sick. My son commented "he knows what he's doing", was very in... - Barbara, 4 lessons with Randy

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Physics has been my love since middle school and also fortunately my lifelong profession. I tutor all topics of K-12 and college physics and can explain them clearly to others. If a student does not understand, I usually see what is missing in his or her knowledge and am able to explain in a different way....
Physics has been my love since middle school and also fortunately my lifelong profession. I tutor all topics of K-12 and college physics and can explain them clearly to others. If a student does not understand, I usually see what is missing in his or her knowledge and am able to explain in a different way....
Arnold is the most knowledgeable physics tutor I've had, and it has been my great fortune to learn from him. We've been covering the physics of semiconductors, in particular the intersection of quantum mechanics and semiconductor... - Gregory, 5 lessons with Arnold

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I work full-time as an mechatronics and systems integration engineer for a digital manufacturing research company in the Chicago area. I hold a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from Iowa State University (ISU) and an undergraduate Bachelor's Degree from Northern Illinois University (NIU) in Mechanical...
I work full-time as an mechatronics and systems integration engineer for a digital manufacturing research company in the Chicago area. I hold a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from Iowa State University (ISU) and an undergraduate Bachelor's Degree from Northern Illinois University (NIU) in Mechanical...
John was excellent tutor in easing my daughter’s doubts with AP Physics. Very knowledgeable and understanding. Highly recommended and a great asset. - Michael, 2 lessons with John

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I have tutored students in all levels of high school physics for over 10 years. In general I focus on helping my students to understand the concepts involved in physics so that they can dismantle questions down to a few basic ideas. In the past 6 years I have worked with students from GBS, GBN, New Trier,...
I have tutored students in all levels of high school physics for over 10 years. In general I focus on helping my students to understand the concepts involved in physics so that they can dismantle questions down to a few basic ideas. In the past 6 years I have worked with students from GBS, GBN, New Trier,...
Jason is very experienced and helpful in learning. He is very understanding and patient which is important for my first year in this subject. I am looking forward to further classes on a regular basis. - Bob, 14 lessons with Jason

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Through the years, I found that I enjoyed helping students uncover the joys of the natural sciences, and I soon expanded my subjects to genetics, biochemistry, physics, microbiology, calculus, algebra, and other various math and science courses. Upon graduation, I did not want to end my tutoring once I left...
Through the years, I found that I enjoyed helping students uncover the joys of the natural sciences, and I soon expanded my subjects to genetics, biochemistry, physics, microbiology, calculus, algebra, and other various math and science courses. Upon graduation, I did not want to end my tutoring once I left...
Needed some last minute help with Immunology in which he was kind enough to help me. He answered my questions with great detail which helped me study and prepare for my exam. - Jasmine

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With a background in engineering, I have provided tutoring services through online platforms, group sessions, and one-on-one lessons in physics throughout my high school and university years. Since I have also taken collegiate-level physics in the last few years and gotten high grades in those courses, I...
With a background in engineering, I have provided tutoring services through online platforms, group sessions, and one-on-one lessons in physics throughout my high school and university years. Since I have also taken collegiate-level physics in the last few years and gotten high grades in those courses, I...
I am currently taking AP Physics C, and with Giovanni's help, my grades improved. I enjoy working with Giovanni. His response is fast even when it is at the middle of the night. - Justin, 150 lessons with Giovanni

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I have graduate school training in physics and chemistry, as well as many years tutoring experience in science and math subjects. I have taught college physics and chemistry courses to pre-med students, which cover material on which the MCAT is based. I can help students to master the physics,...
I have graduate school training in physics and chemistry, as well as many years tutoring experience in science and math subjects. I have taught college physics and chemistry courses to pre-med students, which cover material on which the MCAT is based. I can help students to master the physics,...
Richard has been tutoring my son in high school algebra for about four months and has demonstrated that he is very proficient with the subject matter and, most importantly, he is able to communicate the information effectively to ... - Eileen, 167 lessons with Richard

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I have tutored students in Physics and am skilled in helping students understand how the laws of motion work. These include kinematics, energy, simple harmonic motion, momentum, gravitation, circular motion, waves, and electrostatics. I am able to apply the mathematics (calculus) involved in physics to...
I have tutored students in Physics and am skilled in helping students understand how the laws of motion work. These include kinematics, energy, simple harmonic motion, momentum, gravitation, circular motion, waves, and electrostatics. I am able to apply the mathematics (calculus) involved in physics to...
We hired Gabriel to tutor my son, a junior in high school, in physics and advanced algebra. He was very easy to work with, eager to help, and very understanding (my son has attention deficit disorder). Before certain exams we wer... - John, 35 lessons with Gabriel

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I have four years' experience on the faculty of Brown University and Phillips Academy, Andover. I am expert in the teaching of Math, science, Latin, French, Greek, History, English, as well as GMAT, SAT, GRE, and ACT. Also, I was a tutor for a large wealthy family in California for five years. I am all but...
I have four years' experience on the faculty of Brown University and Phillips Academy, Andover. I am expert in the teaching of Math, science, Latin, French, Greek, History, English, as well as GMAT, SAT, GRE, and ACT. Also, I was a tutor for a large wealthy family in California for five years. I am all but...

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Hello! My name is Maryam, and I am a doctoral student with a strong background in biology, physics, chemistry and healthcare. Over the past seven years, I have gained extensive experience teaching and explaining complex scientific concepts to patients, families, and colleagues. This experience has equipped me with...
Hello! My name is Maryam, and I am a doctoral student with a strong background in biology, physics, chemistry and healthcare. Over the past seven years, I have gained extensive experience teaching and explaining complex scientific concepts to patients, families, and colleagues. This experience has equipped me with...
I LOVE working with Maryam. She is the reason I am able to understand second year university physics without having any prior background in the subject. This is one of the most challenging courses I’m taking, and I often feel over... - Gamar, 9 lessons with Maryam

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I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience and Global Health at Northwestern University, where I have consistently been recognized on the Dean’s List every quarter. My strong academic background, combined with my selection for competitive research fellowships, reflects my commitment to both scientific...
I am currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience and Global Health at Northwestern University, where I have consistently been recognized on the Dean’s List every quarter. My strong academic background, combined with my selection for competitive research fellowships, reflects my commitment to both scientific...

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I received a 5 on both AP Physics exams, A+s in all college-level physics courses, and have tutored over 10 students in this subject.
I received a 5 on both AP Physics exams, A+s in all college-level physics courses, and have tutored over 10 students in this subject.

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I am a semi-retired actuary having worked in the business field for nearly 45 years. Over the last 15 years I have successfully tutored students in mathematics and other fields related to mathematics such as Physics. The key to being a successful tutor is understanding the special needs of the student. Actuarial...
I am a semi-retired actuary having worked in the business field for nearly 45 years. Over the last 15 years I have successfully tutored students in mathematics and other fields related to mathematics such as Physics. The key to being a successful tutor is understanding the special needs of the student. Actuarial...

15 years of experience teaching high school physics. I can also help with AP physics 1. I am an expert in the physics of kinematics, dynamics, rotational motion, momentum, kinetic and potential energy, thermodynamics,...
15 years of experience teaching high school physics. I can also help with AP physics 1. I am an expert in the physics of kinematics, dynamics, rotational motion, momentum, kinetic and potential energy, thermodynamics,...
Scott was a huge help for AP Physics. It was right before a mid-term and my son was very stressed and anxious about the test. After meeting with Scott for an hour you could see the relief on his face and in his voice. Said he f... - KT, 6 lessons with Scott

I specialize in AP Physics and AP Calculus. I tutored & coached many students for both AP Physics 1 and AP Physics C (both Mechanics and Electricity & Magnetism) exams. I am a theoretical physicist with a PhD from UC...
I specialize in AP Physics and AP Calculus. I tutored & coached many students for both AP Physics 1 and AP Physics C (both Mechanics and Electricity & Magnetism) exams. I am a theoretical physicist with a PhD from UC...
I have two sons, who have always been schooled online, and are used to independent study and are high achievers, having straight As in all honors and AP courses. As seniors, they took “AP Physics C: Mechanics” and “AP Physics C... - Renny, 33 lessons with Ahmet

I provide physics students with expert, long-term STEM mentorship across high school physics, college physics, and related math, science, and engineering courses based in that physics. Specifically, I tutor Advanced Placement...
I provide physics students with expert, long-term STEM mentorship across high school physics, college physics, and related math, science, and engineering courses based in that physics. Specifically, I tutor Advanced Placement...
Physics was the one class my daughter was struggling in. Since Justin began tutoring my daughter. her grades have improved drastically. She’s developed a deeper interest in and understanding of physics. Justin explains things real... - Lisa, 28 lessons with Justin

I have a degree in physics from MIT. I have taught both high school and college level physics for 10 years. Of my students who take AP Physics C Mechanics or E&M, 90% score a 5 on the exam.
I have a degree in physics from MIT. I have taught both high school and college level physics for 10 years. Of my students who take AP Physics C Mechanics or E&M, 90% score a 5 on the exam.
I cannot overstate how grateful I am to have worked with Allison. She is, without question, the reason I was able to succeed in Physics I and II this summer. Physics II in particular was one of the most challenging courses I have ... - Rachel, 36 lessons with Allison

18+ years teaching university courses in algebra-based & calculus-based intro physics. Half were in mechanics & the other half were in electricity & magnetism. Tutored over 100 student in AP & IB physics this past...
18+ years teaching university courses in algebra-based & calculus-based intro physics. Half were in mechanics & the other half were in electricity & magnetism. Tutored over 100 student in AP & IB physics this past...
Al was very friendly and helpful throughout our lessons. He helped me understand difficult material and helped me work through problems. I was able to get a 5 on AP Physics C: Mechanics and Electricity and Magnetism because of his... - Ronit, 45 lessons with Al

I have been tutoring physics for nearly 15 years (both high school and college). I am currently teaching AP physics C.
I have been tutoring physics for nearly 15 years (both high school and college). I am currently teaching AP physics C.
My child just crushed a hugely important final exam, which improved his class grade and his college prospects, and it's all thanks to Jennifer. I found Jennifer somewhat last-minute to prep for the Physics AP exam, and we switched... - Inna A, 18 lessons with Jennifer

Physics describes the fundamental interactions between matter and energy, and offers methods to quantify and understand the underlying mechanism of the physical systems that we interact with every day. I am well versed in the subject...
Physics describes the fundamental interactions between matter and energy, and offers methods to quantify and understand the underlying mechanism of the physical systems that we interact with every day. I am well versed in the subject...
My son just had his second lesson with Trevor and he has already learned so much. Trevor was very accommodating and came to tutor on the same day I contacted him. He is a great teacher and an expert in Physics. My son is growing m... - Terry, 5 lessons with Trevor

I have been teaching for over twenty-six years, including the past twenty-one teaching physics and chemistry at a private school in the Dallas area. I have taught all levels of first year physics and chemistry and have built from...
I have been teaching for over twenty-six years, including the past twenty-one teaching physics and chemistry at a private school in the Dallas area. I have taught all levels of first year physics and chemistry and have built from...
I've been through undergad, a masters program, and now onto medical school and I've never had a teacher/tutor that could break down chemistry and physics as simply, clearly, and friendly as David can. Physics and Chem have always ... - William, 7 lessons with David

PhD in Physics with 2500+ hrs tutoring AP students and 10+ yrs university teaching. I help students master Mechanics, E&M, Optics, and Thermodynamics, prepare for all four AP Physics exams, and consistently raise grades 1–2...
PhD in Physics with 2500+ hrs tutoring AP students and 10+ yrs university teaching. I help students master Mechanics, E&M, Optics, and Thermodynamics, prepare for all four AP Physics exams, and consistently raise grades 1–2...
I am very pleased with the progress my son has made in AP Physics since working with Michael. His deep knowledge of the subject and ability to explain complex concepts in a clear and accessible way have truly made a difference in ... - Arden, 13 lessons with Michael

I am certified to teach high school physics (although I have not actually formally taught it). Rather, I have taught high school chemistry. Also, I have tutored numerous high school and college students in physics over the last four...
I am certified to teach high school physics (although I have not actually formally taught it). Rather, I have taught high school chemistry. Also, I have tutored numerous high school and college students in physics over the last four...
Sean G. helped me with my college physics homework. He was very patient and helped me to understand each problem. Sean is very knowledgeable of the subject and manages to break each question down to get me to understand the founda... - Johanna, 8 lessons with Sean
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