The Best Science Tutors in Palo Alto, CA

I hold both undergraduate and graduate degrees in Computer Science from University of Washington and UC Berkeley. I have taught many thousands of students at all levels while working for Sun, NeXT, and Apple over the span of three decades. I am currently a senior instructor at Big Nerd Ranch; a position I’ve...See Scott's full profile

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...See Alan's full profile

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...See Raphael's full profile

I am currently pursuing my MS in Mechanical Engineering at UC Berkeley, where my coursework in dynamics, advanced manufacturing, data science for engineers, and microprocessor design has built a strong technical foundation. My hands-on experience includes analyzing load-bearing structures such as bolts, plates,...See Erfan's full profile

I have taught the integrated science subject for 7 plus years at middle school. I also have tutored for Science at a college level.See Andrew's full profile

I also understand that retaining knowledge comes from regular independent practice, so I always leave my students with some practice material or light reading before the next session. Whether you are pursuing a future career in science and engineering or just want help understanding a math or science...See Hannah's full profile

I have tutored students privately off and on for over 20 years. I am also a Physics professor in the CSU system (California State University) and am very good at developing a rapport with my students. In addition, I am very patient and always ask about how they are progressing. I try to help elucidate relevance of...See Daniel's full profile

I have tutored the ACT exam for over 8 years, and have helped hundreds of students meet or surpass their score goals. ACT Science questions do contain scientific terms and concepts, but this section really tests students on critical reading, interpreting graphs and charts, and analytical skills. In order to learn...See Amanda's full profile

I have also spent several years tutoring students in science, including chemistry, biology, genetics, and biochemistry. This work includes both increasing proficiency in science topics as well as improving the ability to thoughtfully write about science and think critically about science....See Miriam's full profile

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...See Sean's full profile

Hello! My name is Allison, and I am a graduate from the University of California, San Diego, with a degree in Cognitive Science and an extensive background in academia, having worked for the UCSD Office of Undergraduate Admissions. I find tremendous joy in helping students learn, feel successful, and prepare...See Allison's full profile

I've been teaching for over 12 years and have worked with students ranging from elementary to college level in a multitude of settings including volunteering, private tutoring, and as an undergraduate and graduate teaching assistant in college. I specialize in Math and Science subjects...See Daisy's full profile

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...See Clark's full profile

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. As a teaching assistant, I have experience working with students helping...See Austin's full profile

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...See Jonathan's full profile

Statistics are used so often in many research projects that one has to be proficient in knowing how to use it to analyze data and to interpret results. As a theoretical physicist, I will help you to understand all topics of statistics from probability distributions to hypothesis testing, to Chi-square analysis to...See Brian's full profile

My time at Cornell and past internships at Microsoft has given me valuable and industry specific insights into computer science. Since my freshman year of college, I have been tutoring and preparing middle, high school and college students in algebra and computer science. In my past I've also worked...See Devan's full profile

I have had a lot of teachers, inside and outside of the classroom, and have loved learning different techniques and approaches to education from all of them. I have several years of tutoring experience. In high school I tutored younger students in science and math. During my undergradaute studies I tutored...See Katrina's full profile

As I guide them to achieve new understandings, the dull equations start to make sense, and their eyes sparkle. “That was so cool!” “That’s a beautiful equation!” "That makes so much sense!" my students often say. I have practically four degrees — a Bachelor of Science from Peking...See Leon's full profile

I taught AP Environmental Science for 3 years, with most students scoring in the 3–5 range.See Ian's full profile

College students looking for help in basic/intro biology, cell and molecular biology, microbiology, and immunology. Students looking for help with special projects like Regeneron STS and ISEF, local science competitions, and other biology projects. So why wait? Let's work together to boost your...See Tobi's full profile

I enjoy helping students in general chemistry, biochemistry, AP chemistry and any other school chemistry test preparation. I hold a B.S. in chemistry and M.S. in biochemistry. Using molecular cloning, I have also conducted research in biochemistry and neuroscience laboratories at UC Riverside and San Diego State...See Julie's full profile

I have a BA in Computer Science and Mathematics from Cornell University. I am currently pursuing a Masters of Engineering in Computer Science from Cornell. I have worked at technology companies as a Software Engineering Intern and am going to be a full time software engineer. Additionally, I have 3+ years...See Pranav's full profile

Andrew here! My tutoring experience began back in high school, where I had the privilege of being a peer group tutor for students in my high school's AVID program for two years. In the classroom, I worked directly with students in small groups of 4-5 at a time on Algebra I, II, and geometry. I observed how grateful the...See Andrew's full profile

My favorite subjects are biology, chemistry, and math, as well as the strategies involved in test-taking. As a tutor, my biggest strengths are my patience and enthusiasm. Understanding how the world works through the lens of science and math is an AMAZING process! I find it incredibly satisfying to watch...See Theresa's full profile