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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...
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...
Thanks to her dedication, our son not only gained a deeper understanding of the subject but also developed confidence in his abilities. Her consistent support and clear explanations made a significant difference, culminating in an... - Carl, 44 lessons with Lucy

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Often considered the most challenging of the science classes, the key to mastering physics is to both create accurate diagrams and properly labeling variables. It's also important to understand the difference between diagrams that describe the "Net action" (which describe the physical result,...
Often considered the most challenging of the science classes, the key to mastering physics is to both create accurate diagrams and properly labeling variables. It's also important to understand the difference between diagrams that describe the "Net action" (which describe the physical result,...
In my quest to better my standardized test scores, I came across Randy while looking for SAT tutors. Despite my preparing to take the SAT, Randy suggested that I try an ACT practice test. I scored a 29 with no prior preparation, a... - Qingyuan, 15 lessons with Randy

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I approach every student with patience, encouragement, and friendliness because I know how oeverwhelming school can feel. I specialize in helping elementary, middle, and early high school students with science and math, including biology, environmental science, physics, algebra, and calculus foundations. I...
I approach every student with patience, encouragement, and friendliness because I know how oeverwhelming school can feel. I specialize in helping elementary, middle, and early high school students with science and math, including biology, environmental science, physics, algebra, and calculus foundations. I...

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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. 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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Hi, my name is Matthew! I’m the founder of East Bay STEM Tutoring and for years I have been a STEM tutor with a focus on helping students of all ages excel in their studies. I tutor throughout the East Bay in-person and virtually through Zoom. I have an academic background from UCSD, MIT, and UC Berkeley over the...
Hi, my name is Matthew! I’m the founder of East Bay STEM Tutoring and for years I have been a STEM tutor with a focus on helping students of all ages excel in their studies. I tutor throughout the East Bay in-person and virtually through Zoom. I have an academic background from UCSD, MIT, and UC Berkeley over the...
Mathew is basically like if Gandalf did science instead of bringing about the demise of Sauron. Both are very capable, encouraging of others, and dispense wisdom at pivotal times. 12/10 would recommend - Ana, 12 lessons with Matthew

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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...
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...
Sean helped me with some general chemistry tutoring. I'm a very rusty, untraditional student. Currently pursuing a second career. That being said, I haven't been to school formally in about 10 years. Sean met me where I was at and... - Chris, 3 lessons with Sean

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I’m a computer science and engineering major at UCLA, and I was admitted to Johns Hopkins, Duke, Georgia Tech, and more. I’ve taken 15+ AP courses in high school and achieved the National AP Scholar Award. My ACT Score is a 36 (36 English, 36 Math, 36 Reading, 36 Science). I’m an experienced programmer who...
I’m a computer science and engineering major at UCLA, and I was admitted to Johns Hopkins, Duke, Georgia Tech, and more. I’ve taken 15+ AP courses in high school and achieved the National AP Scholar Award. My ACT Score is a 36 (36 English, 36 Math, 36 Reading, 36 Science). I’m an experienced programmer who...
For someone who isnt good at math, Aditya really made me face my fears and made me really comfortable with calculus. He knows his stuff for sure, he is a very inspiring person. - Byron

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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...
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

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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...
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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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.
Not only is Patrick extremely kind and flexible, he also shows an extensive understanding of Biochemistry and explains it in a simple way. He has helped me so much in my course. As a student that has met with many tutors in diffic... - Gena, 33 lessons with PATRICK

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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

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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...
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...

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I also approach tutoring as a collaborative process with my students and focus on developing their foundational and big-picture understanding before tackling details. I have prior experience tutoring for AP & IB Chemistry as well as General Chemistry and Physics high school courses. After receiving...
I also approach tutoring as a collaborative process with my students and focus on developing their foundational and big-picture understanding before tackling details. I have prior experience tutoring for AP & IB Chemistry as well as General Chemistry and Physics high school courses. After receiving...

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Have taught all levels of high school and college level physics. Physics is intimately tied to mathematics that solve the physics. I teach by building that intuition with clear motivation and use-cases to demonstrate physics through examples.
Have taught all levels of high school and college level physics. Physics is intimately tied to mathematics that solve the physics. I teach by building that intuition with clear motivation and use-cases to demonstrate physics through examples.

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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...

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As my degree subject, Physics is my primary tutoring subject. I take a particular joy in teaching it with direct connections to a student's own experiences, using the world to make sense of the math, and using the math to make sense of the world.
As my degree subject, Physics is my primary tutoring subject. I take a particular joy in teaching it with direct connections to a student's own experiences, using the world to make sense of the math, and using the math to make sense of the world.
It's taken me awhile to write the review, but here it is. Francesca was incredibly helpful and her love of physics is quite contagious, so beware! I ended up with a B in my class though my goal was to earn a C. I was ecstatic with... - Barbara, 11 lessons with Francesca

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I came up here from Pasadena where I worked as a post doc and staff scientist at the California Institute of Technology. I have a PhD in Physics from Dalhousie University with many years (1000's of hours) of experience teaching high school and university level physics in a one-on-one or group setting....
I came up here from Pasadena where I worked as a post doc and staff scientist at the California Institute of Technology. I have a PhD in Physics from Dalhousie University with many years (1000's of hours) of experience teaching high school and university level physics in a one-on-one or group setting....

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 am an Electrical + Computer Engineering honors student. I have taken all the physics, math, and programming courses offered by College Board (and have scored all 5s) as well as engineering courses at UT including Software Design in...
I am an Electrical + Computer Engineering honors student. I have taken all the physics, math, and programming courses offered by College Board (and have scored all 5s) as well as engineering courses at UT including Software Design in...
Maya has been instrumental in my daughter's understanding of physics. She explains the lessons clearly, and since Maya began tutoring her, my daughter's comprehension of the subject has improved significantly. As a result, her gra... - Nidia, 22 lessons with Maya

I have my Physics degree from Purdue University, and I'm a licensed and practicing public high school teacher since 2000. I am currently teaching AP Physics C (Mechanics and Electricity & Magnetism), AP Physics 1,...
I have my Physics degree from Purdue University, and I'm a licensed and practicing public high school teacher since 2000. I am currently teaching AP Physics C (Mechanics and Electricity & Magnetism), AP Physics 1,...
Craig helped my daughter bring her grade up from a C+ to an A- in just a couple of sessions. We're so grateful she will have his help preparing for the AP exam. - Clarissa, 9 lessons with Craig

Besides obtaining a formal education in physics (Bachelor's and Master's), I have 6 years of extensive physics tutoring experience, from high school physics, to AP Physics, to college physics, to...
Besides obtaining a formal education in physics (Bachelor's and Master's), I have 6 years of extensive physics tutoring experience, from high school physics, to AP Physics, to college physics, to...
Mr. Nicholas P. is a very devoted and knowledgeable teacher. He has made learning AP Physics 1 simpler and more affordable for my daughter. He is very patient, passionate, and takes the time to explain everything clearly. He’s als... - Jewel, 51 lessons with Nicholas

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 an amazing AP Bio tutor for my twins. Not only did he help them do exceptionally well in the class - each maintaining an A or A+ for the entire year - they felt confident and prepared for this week's AP exam. They truly ... - Caren, 29 lessons with Scott

Having completed 2 semesters of Physics in college as well as heavily used physics concepts in my Electrical Engineering degree, I am an excellent tutor in Physics related courses. I specialize in drawing a comparison between...
Having completed 2 semesters of Physics in college as well as heavily used physics concepts in my Electrical Engineering degree, I am an excellent tutor in Physics related courses. I specialize in drawing a comparison between...
Ms. Zakiyyah is exceptional as a tutor. By the end of the first session, my son's confidence in math was on the way back up. Ms. Zakiyyah quickly figured out what my son did or did not know, and started on problems that would give... - Roland, 28 lessons with Zakiyyah

At Spelman College, I dedicated over 7 hours weekly to tutoring General Physics I and II, ensuring students grasped intricate physics concepts. This role not only enhanced my proficiency in physical concepts but also honed my...
At Spelman College, I dedicated over 7 hours weekly to tutoring General Physics I and II, ensuring students grasped intricate physics concepts. This role not only enhanced my proficiency in physical concepts but also honed my...
I met with grace a couple of times before a College Physics midterm I thought I would for sure fail! I ended up with a A! She is amazing! She makes concepts easy to comprehend and uncovered the holes in my knowledge I didn’t even ... - Rea, 10 lessons with Grace

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...
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...
Jeff is an excellent Math and Physics teacher: - Has a vast professional experience as a Physicist. - Can adjust to the level needed by the student, with patience. - Has an enjoyable personal style. Highly recommended. - Doru, 22 lessons with Jeff
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