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Thank you for visiting my profile, As a self-taught artist with a Williams College background in mathematics and history, I am able to tutor students in a variety of subjects to reach short-term goals (homework assignments, exams, papers) while cultivating long term study patterns. My tutoring specialties are:...
Thank you for visiting my profile, As a self-taught artist with a Williams College background in mathematics and history, I am able to tutor students in a variety of subjects to reach short-term goals (homework assignments, exams, papers) while cultivating long term study patterns. My tutoring specialties are:...

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Algebra can seem intimidating at first, but with the right tools students can learn to love math. I try breaking down the concepts, and connecting them to the real world. Ive worked at a learning center for the last year, and most of my math students just needed a personalized approach to algebra.
Algebra can seem intimidating at first, but with the right tools students can learn to love math. I try breaking down the concepts, and connecting them to the real world. Ive worked at a learning center for the last year, and most of my math students just needed a personalized approach to algebra.
Andrew is a very thorough and patient tutor who explains things in a multitude of ways. He makes sure you understand the concept before moving on to the next step of a problem. He also utilizes the online whiteboard through Wyzan... - Dalia, 8 lessons with Andrew

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As a physicist I have used linear algebra in a variety of applications. As a student I took may classes that built on the concepts of linear algebra. I believe both of these things have served to deepen my understanding of the subject.
As a physicist I have used linear algebra in a variety of applications. As a student I took may classes that built on the concepts of linear algebra. I believe both of these things have served to deepen my understanding of the subject.

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Experienced Algebra 2 tutor who helps students overcome challenges and achieve breakthrough understanding and performance. I specialize in making complex concepts like quadratics, logarithms, and polynomial functions intuitive and approachable. I employ my own custom-developed techniques, refined over years of...
Experienced Algebra 2 tutor who helps students overcome challenges and achieve breakthrough understanding and performance. I specialize in making complex concepts like quadratics, logarithms, and polynomial functions intuitive and approachable. I employ my own custom-developed techniques, refined over years of...
We had multiple sessions where we reviewed questions I had missed on practice SAT tests. Over the span of a couple weeks my practice score went from a 570 to 720. During my test I was confident in my ability on the Math section an... - Alexandria, 4 lessons with Theodore

Palo Alto, CA
I hold a B.S. from Yale and M.S. from Stanford in biomedical engineering and am completing my engineering Ph.D at Stanford. 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...
I hold a B.S. from Yale and M.S. from Stanford in biomedical engineering and am completing my engineering Ph.D at Stanford. 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...
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

Palo Alto, CA
Algebra 2 is an important foundation for calculus. Therefore, it is essential to understand the concepts in both Algebra 1 and 2. Once you understand the concepts and with the help of a few drills, you will master algebra 2 and go on to pre-calculus with ease and interest.
Algebra 2 is an important foundation for calculus. Therefore, it is essential to understand the concepts in both Algebra 1 and 2. Once you understand the concepts and with the help of a few drills, you will master algebra 2 and go on to pre-calculus with ease and interest.
Dr. C. is a truly extraordinary tutor. It is rare that someone with his level of expertise is willing to work as a part-time tutor. If you are interested in help in math, chemistry or physics, I can't imagine that there is a bette... - Marget, 15 lessons with Brian

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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...
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...
Julie is a superb AP Chemistry tutor with uncommon teaching techniques. While simplifying complex concepts, she separates the important from mundane, and inculcates in the students a quiet sense of confidence. This confidence allo... - Krishna, 17 lessons with Julie

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I've tutored algebra 1 for almost 10 years, both for individuals and small groups. My early experience was with college students, and I later expanded to work with middle- and high-school students. I'm very well-versed in which areas tend to be stumbling blocks, and I have many techniques to help...
I've tutored algebra 1 for almost 10 years, both for individuals and small groups. My early experience was with college students, and I later expanded to work with middle- and high-school students. I'm very well-versed in which areas tend to be stumbling blocks, and I have many techniques to help...
Theresa has been great for our daughter. She’s been thorough, flexible and understanding. We are early in the process but my daughter is very enthusiastic and engaged when working with Theresa! - Melissa, 34 lessons with Theresa

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I am a computer engineer from San Jose, California. I have been tutoring students with engineering and mathematics subjects for more than one year both in person and on Wyzant. I have experience as a software engineer, firmware engineer, and electronics engineer. I have expertise in programming languages such as C,...
I am a computer engineer from San Jose, California. I have been tutoring students with engineering and mathematics subjects for more than one year both in person and on Wyzant. I have experience as a software engineer, firmware engineer, and electronics engineer. I have expertise in programming languages such as C,...
Gabriel is very knowledgeable and resourceful. He took his time to understand the problems I was having, and then explained to me why I was having those problems and explained the solution. Excellent tutor - Marilyn, 2 lessons with Gabriel

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I'm enthusiastic about tutoring -- I've been teaching and tutoring, as time permitted, starting when I was a graduate student. My BA is in Maths and Computer Science, my PhD is in Physics, I did postdoctoral work in Biophysics, I was on the Physiology faculty at a university in Canada, and now I work in the Biotech...
I'm enthusiastic about tutoring -- I've been teaching and tutoring, as time permitted, starting when I was a graduate student. My BA is in Maths and Computer Science, my PhD is in Physics, I did postdoctoral work in Biophysics, I was on the Physiology faculty at a university in Canada, and now I work in the Biotech...

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Hi, my name is Joe and it is my personal mission to make learning easier for you so we can reach your academic goals! I have been tutoring for over 12 years with about 10,000 hours in private tutoring and small group settings. I have taught math subjects (Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry, Precalculus, Calculus) to...
Hi, my name is Joe and it is my personal mission to make learning easier for you so we can reach your academic goals! I have been tutoring for over 12 years with about 10,000 hours in private tutoring and small group settings. I have taught math subjects (Algebra 1 and 2, Geometry, Precalculus, Calculus) to...

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Greetings! I'm Henry, and I'm thrilled to be your tutor on this learning journey. I hold a master's degree in Education Leadership and Policy Analysis from the prestigious University of Wisconsin-Madison. Residing in Fremont with convenient access to transportation, I'm fully equipped to meet your educational needs....
Greetings! I'm Henry, and I'm thrilled to be your tutor on this learning journey. I hold a master's degree in Education Leadership and Policy Analysis from the prestigious University of Wisconsin-Madison. Residing in Fremont with convenient access to transportation, I'm fully equipped to meet your educational needs....

Palo Alto, CA
Experience teaching Linear Algebra in high school, undergrad, and grad level courses.
Experience teaching Linear Algebra in high school, undergrad, and grad level courses.
Zachi was EXTREMELY helpful in guiding my son on a Computer Science project! He is an incredibly patient, prepared and professional tutor. He and my son connected right away and had very positive tutoring session - an absolutely g... - Joanna, 3 lessons with Zachi

Palo Alto, CA
I have been working as a mathematics tutor since 2013, assisting students from middle school through high school and college levels. When tutoring Algebra, I emphasize the skills and concepts which will be crucial for future success in mathematics. I offer supplemental practice to reinforce concepts learned during...
I have been working as a mathematics tutor since 2013, assisting students from middle school through high school and college levels. When tutoring Algebra, I emphasize the skills and concepts which will be crucial for future success in mathematics. I offer supplemental practice to reinforce concepts learned during...
Anna helped my son tremendously this semester with honors Chemistry. He previously had been struggling in chemistry since the first semester. Anna helped him basically relearn all of the first semester and then helped him maste... - Maria, 15 lessons with Anna

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Prior to this, I've been a teaching assistant in Michigan's and Stanford's math and computer science departments - I've taught linear algebra, data structures and algorithms, and parallel computing. Outside of teaching assistantships I've held with universities, I've also tutored high...
Prior to this, I've been a teaching assistant in Michigan's and Stanford's math and computer science departments - I've taught linear algebra, data structures and algorithms, and parallel computing. Outside of teaching assistantships I've held with universities, I've also tutored high...

Palo Alto, CA
I tutor linear algebra at the undergrad level, both for proof based courses and non-proof based courses. I've also taught several people linear algebra who wanted to learn it independently (while not taking a course).
I tutor linear algebra at the undergrad level, both for proof based courses and non-proof based courses. I've also taught several people linear algebra who wanted to learn it independently (while not taking a course).
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, 60 lessons with Raphael

Palo Alto, CA
I have been tutoring for over 20 years. I tutor K-12 and some college courses. I received my degree in Genetics so I'm great with math and the sciences. I am also great with English and Language Arts. I am a nerd and proud of it! I believe learning can be fun. Math is a game. Science can take you to unimagined worlds....
I have been tutoring for over 20 years. I tutor K-12 and some college courses. I received my degree in Genetics so I'm great with math and the sciences. I am also great with English and Language Arts. I am a nerd and proud of it! I believe learning can be fun. Math is a game. Science can take you to unimagined worlds....

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In university, I volunteered as a math and science tutor with the undergraduate CLUE community at the University of Washington. During the years, I took multiple branches of mathematics classes including but not limited to Differential Geometry, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra, Multivariable Calculus,...
In university, I volunteered as a math and science tutor with the undergraduate CLUE community at the University of Washington. During the years, I took multiple branches of mathematics classes including but not limited to Differential Geometry, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra, Multivariable Calculus,...

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790 out of 800 on SAT math section. Tutoring students in algebra 1 2 and pre algebra for four years.
790 out of 800 on SAT math section. Tutoring students in algebra 1 2 and pre algebra for four years.
He is the best CS teacher and deftly addressed the areas of confusion to accelerate learning exponentially. Zero time wasted. He is an expert and has the skill set to teach. Exceeded expectations. Thank you, Devan!! - Julia, 4 lessons with Devan

Palo Alto, CA
You're busy but you're also looking for the perfect tutor so here's all you really need to know about me: 1) I've been teaching and tutoring since I was 16 years old 2) I went to Stanford University and I love academics 3) I'm an international DJ and social media influencer which allows me to quickly connect with...
You're busy but you're also looking for the perfect tutor so here's all you really need to know about me: 1) I've been teaching and tutoring since I was 16 years old 2) I went to Stanford University and I love academics 3) I'm an international DJ and social media influencer which allows me to quickly connect with...
Leon is young enough to be able to make great connections with kids, and smart enough to really get the best out of them. He was incredibly flexible and able to work on projects my son was struggling with at school. Leon is able ... - Kristin

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I have professional expertise in Software Engineering and Artificial Intelligence (including Machine Learning). I have tutored in these areas as well as Mathematics with unanimous 100% 5-star ratings. I graduated as a Regents' and Chancellor's Scholar from U.C Berkeley with a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering &...
I have professional expertise in Software Engineering and Artificial Intelligence (including Machine Learning). I have tutored in these areas as well as Mathematics with unanimous 100% 5-star ratings. I graduated as a Regents' and Chancellor's Scholar from U.C Berkeley with a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering &...
Rocky is very knowledgeable in a wide range of material and has a great way of explaining difficult topics. Loved how he explained some topics to make it easier to understand. He’s very patient, encouraging, and great at building ... - Bella, 5 lessons with Rocky

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I have been teaching geometry algebra trigonometry very well for 4 years. I love math.
I have been teaching geometry algebra trigonometry very well for 4 years. I love math.

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I have extensive experience tutoring in Algebra 1 and work to make complicated problems seem easy.
I have extensive experience tutoring in Algebra 1 and work to make complicated problems seem easy.

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Update, November 15, 2025: I am available for the first time in years! I am looking forward to meeting new students. I'm a graduate of UC Berkeley (B.A., Biochemistry) and Stanford (Ph.D., immunology). So, which side should I sit on at the Big Game? I currently work as a biotech scientist and engineer. Before...
Update, November 15, 2025: I am available for the first time in years! I am looking forward to meeting new students. I'm a graduate of UC Berkeley (B.A., Biochemistry) and Stanford (Ph.D., immunology). So, which side should I sit on at the Big Game? I currently work as a biotech scientist and engineer. Before...
Although I came to John seeking help for a specific project, he patiently explained the concepts which my online course had not covered adequately. I had been to another tutor prior to John who just solved the problems himself and... - Ethan, 10 lessons with John

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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...
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...
He’s a super great tutor. He’s been a true lifesaver! I’ll be using Oleg throughout my undergrad and graduate career. - Albert, 21 lessons with Oleg
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