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Audrey S. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Audrey S.
70/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

Stanford PhD in Chemical Engineering, specialty in math/chemistry

I specialize in teaching math and chemistry at all levels, with most experience in SAT Math, SAT Chemistry subject test, AP Calc BC, and college-level polymers electives. I graduated with my PhD from Stanford in Chemical Engineering, a BSE from Princeton in Chemical and Biological Engineering, and a certificate (minor)...

5.0 (3)
70/hour
5 hours tutoring

I specialize in teaching math and chemistry at all levels, with most experience in SAT Math, SAT Chemistry subject test, AP Calc BC, and college-level polymers electives. I graduated with my PhD from Stanford in Chemical Engineering, a BSE from Princeton in Chemical and Biological Engineering, and a certificate (minor)...

Gabe M. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Gabe M.
150/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

Stanford Grad and Software Engineer at Top Quant Firm

I took the GRE myself in 2020 and earned a perfect score of 170 on the math section. I also earned perfect scores of 800 on the SAT math, and 36 on the ACT math section. As far as my teaching background I have been tutoring math and computer science for the last 8 years.

5.0 (22)
150/hour
76 hours tutoring

I took the GRE myself in 2020 and earned a perfect score of 170 on the math section. I also earned perfect scores of 800 on the SAT math, and 36 on the ACT math section. As far as my teaching background I have been tutoring math and computer science for the last 8 years.

Brian O. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brian O.
50/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

Experienced Expert English & Verbal Test Prep Tutor

I started as a volunteer and an afterschool tutor with Sylvan. I also taught as a substitute in the Union School District for several years, and I was an SAT/ACT Test Prep instructor for a company in Fremont, CA, until the pandemic. For the last several years I was a Teacher/Mentor at a small private...

5.0 (33)
50/hour
159 hours tutoring
Response time: 26 minutes

I started as a volunteer and an afterschool tutor with Sylvan. I also taught as a substitute in the Union School District for several years, and I was an SAT/ACT Test Prep instructor for a company in Fremont, CA, until the pandemic. For the last several years I was a Teacher/Mentor at a small private...

Alan T. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alan T.
150/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

* College / AP / Honors Chemistry teacher (10+ yrs exp) + TEST PREP *

I am a credentialed teacher teaching Chemistry in the Bay Area. I graduated from UC Davis with a Bachelors of Science in Biological Sciences and Human Development. Advanced coursework completed in chemistry/organic chemistry, calculus and human development. My teaching philosophy is as follows: Every student is...

5.0 (26)
150/hour
50 hours tutoring
Response time: 44 minutes

I am a credentialed teacher teaching Chemistry in the Bay Area. I graduated from UC Davis with a Bachelors of Science in Biological Sciences and Human Development. Advanced coursework completed in chemistry/organic chemistry, calculus and human development. My teaching philosophy is as follows: Every student is...

Sachini E. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sachini E.
55/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

PhD in Electrical & Computer Engineering | Experienced Math Tutor

Hi, I’m Sachini! I'm a fresh Ph.D. holder in Electrical and Computer Engineering, where I worked as a research assistant and a teaching assistant. I graduated with BSc. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. For my General Certificate of Education (GCE) A-Levels (Advanced Level), I graduated with Mathematics...

4.9 (28)
55/hour
87 hours tutoring

Hi, I’m Sachini! I'm a fresh Ph.D. holder in Electrical and Computer Engineering, where I worked as a research assistant and a teaching assistant. I graduated with BSc. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering. For my General Certificate of Education (GCE) A-Levels (Advanced Level), I graduated with Mathematics...

Sotirios K. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sotirios K.
55/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

Physics and Math tutor to help you reach your educational goals

If their desire is to improve score results in exams used for college admissions I can provide training with actual practice exams and explain solution methods improving their efficiency in tests like SAT Math, ACT Math, SAT Subject or GRE Subject (Math or Physics). I can help them with exams and homework...

5.0 (1563)
55/hour
8,172 hours tutoring
Response time: 24 minutes

If their desire is to improve score results in exams used for college admissions I can provide training with actual practice exams and explain solution methods improving their efficiency in tests like SAT Math, ACT Math, SAT Subject or GRE Subject (Math or Physics). I can help them with exams and homework...

Raphael L. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Raphael L.
139/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

Harvard & Yale grad for math and science tutoring

Are you struggling in a difficult course and need some guidance? I typically work with high school and college students primarily in math, physics, chemistry, and statistics. I have a BS in math and physics from Yale and a PhD in statistical physics from Harvard. I'm excellent at being able to explain challenging...

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5.0 (2686)
139/hour
9,781 hours tutoring
Response time: 39 minutes

Are you struggling in a difficult course and need some guidance? I typically work with high school and college students primarily in math, physics, chemistry, and statistics. I have a BS in math and physics from Yale and a PhD in statistical physics from Harvard. I'm excellent at being able to explain challenging...

Brian C. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brian C.
200/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

Ph.D. Theoretical Physicist teach Math and Science Concepts for Life

With firm understanding of the concept and with practice, you will steadily improve your ACT test scores. Since the ACT is a test on all basic math, you need a tutor who understand the entire spectrum of math. With my Ph.D. in theoretical physics, I know all aspects of math to help you understand all...

5.0 (178)
200/hour
376 hours tutoring

With firm understanding of the concept and with practice, you will steadily improve your ACT test scores. Since the ACT is a test on all basic math, you need a tutor who understand the entire spectrum of math. With my Ph.D. in theoretical physics, I know all aspects of math to help you understand all...

Zachi B. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Zachi B.
120/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

AMC 8/10/12, AIME, Kangaroo, Mathcounts, AoPS, USACO (Ph.D.)

What we do here usually falls into two categories: 1. Solve past problems, looking for approaches, patterns, and strategy. 2. Help with courses and problems taken at places like AoPS, RSM, or AlphaStar. These places have great material, but often move too fast for many students. A little help can go a long way....

5.0 (176)
120/hour
369 hours tutoring

What we do here usually falls into two categories: 1. Solve past problems, looking for approaches, patterns, and strategy. 2. Help with courses and problems taken at places like AoPS, RSM, or AlphaStar. These places have great material, but often move too fast for many students. A little help can go a long way....

Bianca C. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Bianca C.
180/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

K-12 Test Prep Tutor with Education PhD

My experience working with standardized test prep allows me to share effective test-taking strategies, especially in a timed environment. I am familiar with standardized exams such as the ACT, ISEE, SAT, SSAT, and GRE.

5.0 (270)
180/hour
948 hours tutoring

My experience working with standardized test prep allows me to share effective test-taking strategies, especially in a timed environment. I am familiar with standardized exams such as the ACT, ISEE, SAT, SSAT, and GRE.

Clark M. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Clark M.
125/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

UC Berkeley Grad For Science and Math Tutoring

I am a bay area graduate (UC Berkeley) who has loved the learning process all my life. I have used my math and science skills throughout my engineering career, and enjoy engaging others in the learning process. Seeing a student smile as they begin to understand a difficult topic is very rewarding. I specialize in...

4.9 (255)
125/hour
1,117 hours tutoring

I am a bay area graduate (UC Berkeley) who has loved the learning process all my life. I have used my math and science skills throughout my engineering career, and enjoy engaging others in the learning process. Seeing a student smile as they begin to understand a difficult topic is very rewarding. I specialize in...

Sita K. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sita K.
40/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

Expert Math tutor with 20 years exoerience

I first started working as mathematics teacher in high schools teaching grades from 8 to 12. I also I worked as an Academic Counselor at Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) in part-time and taught mathematics and Statistics for Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Commerce students. After gaining good amount of...

5.0 (17)
40/hour
77 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutes

I first started working as mathematics teacher in high schools teaching grades from 8 to 12. I also I worked as an Academic Counselor at Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) in part-time and taught mathematics and Statistics for Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Commerce students. After gaining good amount of...

Brandon W. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brandon W.
30/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

UC Berkeley MechE Undergraduate Tutoring Math and Physics

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...

5.0 (20)
30/hour
54 hours tutoring

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...

Jonathan W. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jonathan W.
150/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

Yale and Stanford Engineering Ph.D. Math and Science Tutor

I am a mechanical and biomedical engineer with a Ph.D. from Stanford and B.S. from Yale. I have extensive experience in several engineering disciplines, and during my teaching assistantships at Yale and Stanford, I found a passion for helping students develop an in-depth understanding of technical material. My primary...

5.0 (53)
150/hour
105 hours tutoring
Response time: 47 minutes

I am a mechanical and biomedical engineer with a Ph.D. from Stanford and B.S. from Yale. I have extensive experience in several engineering disciplines, and during my teaching assistantships at Yale and Stanford, I found a passion for helping students develop an in-depth understanding of technical material. My primary...

Sean P. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sean P.
75/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

Stanford Grad For Mathematics / Science / English

Hello, I’m a dedicated tutor with a strong background in science and technology, holding a B.S. in Biology from UC Davis and an M.S. in Biotechnology from Stanford. I specialize in teaching science and mathematics, helping students build a deep understanding of complex concepts. Beyond academics, my love for...

5.0 (4)
75/hour
61 hours tutoring
Response time: 56 minutes

Hello, I’m a dedicated tutor with a strong background in science and technology, holding a B.S. in Biology from UC Davis and an M.S. in Biotechnology from Stanford. I specialize in teaching science and mathematics, helping students build a deep understanding of complex concepts. Beyond academics, my love for...

Amanda B. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Amanda B.
225/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

Perfect Score ACT English Tutor- Raise Your Score from the 20’s to 33+

I take students through a comprehensive review all of the necessary grammar/writing content that you need to know on the ACT English test, using official ACT test questions to practice what we have reviewed. I also help with timing and test strategies, so that you can achieve your highest ACT...

5.0 (194)
225/hour
1,238 hours tutoring

I take students through a comprehensive review all of the necessary grammar/writing content that you need to know on the ACT English test, using official ACT test questions to practice what we have reviewed. I also help with timing and test strategies, so that you can achieve your highest ACT...

Jun C. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jun C.
60/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

Experienced ACT & SAT, Middle and High School Math Tutor

SAT Math 800, SAT Level II Math 800, SAT Physics 800, SAT Chemistry 800, SAT Biology 800, ACT Math 36 B.A in Mathematics, Minoring in Physics, Applied Mathematics, and Materials Science and Engineering from University of Washington Seattle Subjects I can teach: SAT Math, ACT Math, Statistics, Calculus,...

5.0 (55)
60/hour
199 hours tutoring

SAT Math 800, SAT Level II Math 800, SAT Physics 800, SAT Chemistry 800, SAT Biology 800, ACT Math 36 B.A in Mathematics, Minoring in Physics, Applied Mathematics, and Materials Science and Engineering from University of Washington Seattle Subjects I can teach: SAT Math, ACT Math, Statistics, Calculus,...

Kevin N. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kevin N.
150/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

(UPenn Grad) Professional Tutor with 10+ Years ACT Experience

I have thousands of hours of standardized test prep tutoring experience, hundreds specifically with ACT English. I can help you understand not only the grammar rules and concepts covered in this section, but the best strategies to maximize your score! I like to take a detailed, analytical approach to this test.

5.0 (348)
150/hour
1,190 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutes

I have thousands of hours of standardized test prep tutoring experience, hundreds specifically with ACT English. I can help you understand not only the grammar rules and concepts covered in this section, but the best strategies to maximize your score! I like to take a detailed, analytical approach to this test.

Kenneth P. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kenneth P.
100/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

MCAT Tutor (100th% Scorer) | 3rd Year M.D. Student @ Johns Hopkins

Hi, I'm Kenny! I'm a third-year medical student at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine with a passion for teaching and mentorship. I earned my B.A. in Computational Biology with a minor in Computer Science from Washington University in St. Louis, graduating with a 4.0 GPA. I have over three years of...

5.0 (16)
100/hour
32 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutes

Hi, I'm Kenny! I'm a third-year medical student at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine with a passion for teaching and mentorship. I earned my B.A. in Computational Biology with a minor in Computer Science from Washington University in St. Louis, graduating with a 4.0 GPA. I have over three years of...

PATRICK N. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
PATRICK N.
100/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

Experienced Math, Science and Test Prep Tutor. Top 10% Tutor in 2019

We all have gone through one or several; it’s a process that is easy for others and hard for others. I strive to make it as easy as possible. I offer tutoring for SAT, ACT, SAT II Subject Tests, PSAT, TOEFL, MCAT, PCAT, LSAT, GMAT, GRE, and GRE Chemistry. I have taken some of the highly requested tests such as...

5.0 (468)
100/hour
1,367 hours tutoring

We all have gone through one or several; it’s a process that is easy for others and hard for others. I strive to make it as easy as possible. I offer tutoring for SAT, ACT, SAT II Subject Tests, PSAT, TOEFL, MCAT, PCAT, LSAT, GMAT, GRE, and GRE Chemistry. I have taken some of the highly requested tests such as...

Beatriz A. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Beatriz A.
300/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

Stanford PhD with 14 Years of Experience and 100% 5-Star Reviews

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....

5.0 (167)
300/hour
652 hours tutoring
Response time: 23 minutes

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....

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

Near Los Altos, CA

ACT Math Tutor Specializing in test taking skills

I am passionate about teaching math. Combine that with the test taking skills I have developed coaching many kids for ACT math and you have a perfect recipe for success. I will cover any concepts you may not know and show you how to solve problems quickly and correctly to maximize your score.

5.0 (410)
190/hour
695 hours tutoring
Response time: 34 minutes

I am passionate about teaching math. Combine that with the test taking skills I have developed coaching many kids for ACT math and you have a perfect recipe for success. I will cover any concepts you may not know and show you how to solve problems quickly and correctly to maximize your score.

Lucy Y. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lucy Y.
150/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

Rocket Scientist Tutoring

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Physics and a PhD in Materials Science and Scientific Computing, complemented by a background as a Rocket Scientist at NASA. My extensive expertise in physics and mathematics forms a robust foundation for my tutoring. With a results-driven focus and a compassionate understanding of...

5.0 (47)
150/hour
91 hours tutoring
Response time: 20 minutes

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Physics and a PhD in Materials Science and Scientific Computing, complemented by a background as a Rocket Scientist at NASA. My extensive expertise in physics and mathematics forms a robust foundation for my tutoring. With a results-driven focus and a compassionate understanding of...

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

Near Los Altos, CA

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

I work with my students through Math Competition Program (MCP). The goal of MCP is to give all students a solid foundation in competition mathematics. To successfully accomplish this, I build upon topics gradually and thoroughly - rather than providing a quick fix for problems and gaps. Every new idea and block of...

4.9 (214)
80/hour
834 hours tutoring

I work with my students through Math Competition Program (MCP). The goal of MCP is to give all students a solid foundation in competition mathematics. To successfully accomplish this, I build upon topics gradually and thoroughly - rather than providing a quick fix for problems and gaps. Every new idea and block of...

Marilyn W. Near Los Altos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Marilyn W.
75/hour

Near Los Altos, CA

Experience Test Prep Tutor for over 7 years

...school-level and advanced math concepts, as well as exceptional problem-solving skills. - 5+ Years of Tutoring Experience: Extensive experience tutoring both the ACT and SAT over the past five years, with a strong track record of helping students achieve scores in the 99th percentile. This includes comprehensive familiarity...

5.0 (48)
75/hour
260 hours tutoring

...school-level and advanced math concepts, as well as exceptional problem-solving skills. - 5+ Years of Tutoring Experience: Extensive experience tutoring both the ACT and SAT over the past five years, with a strong track record of helping students achieve scores in the 99th percentile. This includes comprehensive familiarity...

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John tutored our son, who attends a prestigious high school, on all of the ACT Subjects: ACT Math, ACT Science, ACT English, ACT Reading. John also provided ACT Test Taking Skills, Time Management, Good and Best Practices. My son felt extremely confident in his preparedness for the ACT Test. John has a mentoring and calm approach that instills a sense of confidence in his students. John was also flexible and accommodating in scheduling the tutoring appointments.
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