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The Best Physics Tutors in Portland, OR

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Wendy W.

90/hour

Near Portland, OR

Master's Degree Physicist AP STEM tutor. Patient, prepared, and kind.

5.0 (27)

48 hours tutoring

Master Degree in Physics at the University of Colorado at Boulder Four years of teaching High School Physics Adjunct instructor at Westminster College

Calvin S.

55/hour

Near Portland, OR

Certified HS Science (Chem, Phys, Bio) and Math (Alg, Geo) Teacher

5.0 (36)

313 hours tutoring

I have been teaching some level physics at the high school level (physical science, conceptual physics, or physics) for 29 years.

Jeffrey L.

40/hour

Near Portland, OR

Mechanical Engineer

4.8 (22)

55 hours tutoring

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of experience, where I apply physics to the real world. Over a year of tutoring experience, including high school physics.

Zack G.

60/hour

Portland, OR

BS in Physics; MA in Teaching

5.0 (14)

46 hours tutoring

Instructor of physics, chemistry and math in Portland, OR.

Kayla M.

100/hour

Portland, OR

Math and Science Tutor (Including SAT and ACT)

5.0 (220)

474 hours tutoring

I have extensive training in math, physics, and science subjects from my undergraduate and graduate schools. I graduated with a B.S. in Physics from the University of Southern California with a 3.9 GPA, and a 4.0 GPA at the University of Chicago in a medical physics Ph.D. program. I am well qualified...

Brilliant tutor!

Kayla is an excellent tutor - extremely knowledgeable and very skillful in making difficult concepts easy to understand. Kayla has tutored my children in Physics, Chemistry, Algebra 2 and Pre-Calculus. Kayla is very personable, ki... - Joan, 76 lessons with Kayla

Mandy G.

59/hour

Portland, OR

10+ yrs of College Advising for Engineering, Physics, Premed students

5.0 (302)

1,008 hours tutoring

I have advised students in Dual-Degree and various ABET accredited Engineering programs including those at Georgia Tech, University of Washington at Saint Louis, and Columbia University. I have mentored freshmen through seniors in engineering physics, physics, as well as pre-medical programs, providing...

Best physics and engineering tutor!

Mandy tutored me in statics, mechanics dynamics and physics. She is kind, patient and extremely professional. Mandy really knows the material and gives it over in a manner that makes it easy to understand. I feel so lucky to have ... - Sara, 176 lessons with Mandy

Noah G.

150/hour

Near Portland, OR

PhD Student in Mechanical Engineering

4.9 (76)

281 hours tutoring

I got a 5 on my AP Physics exam, and I’m currently pursuing my PhD in mechanical engineering at UT Austin so I have lots of physics experience. I have spent countless hours tutoring physics over the past decade, and I would love to add you to the group of students I’ve helped find success!

Knowledgeable, prepared, patient tutor

I am taking probability lessons from Noah. I learned more from him during our 1st session than I did after weeks of classes. He is very knowledgeable, he was more than prepared for our session, and he explained all the background ... - Gauruv

Theo W.

55/hour

Near Portland, OR

AP Physics 5 Scorer & Co-Founder of Physics Study Group

5.0 (6)

12 hours tutoring

My expertise is demonstrated by my perfect scores of 5 on both the AP Physics 1 and AP Physics C: Mechanics exams. I also earned a perfect 36 on the ACT Science section, which proves my ability to apply scientific reasoning and data analysis skills effectively. As a 4.0 GPA math major, I have a strong...

Lincoln T.

40/hour

Near Portland, OR

B.S. in Mathematics with College Tutoring and Grading Experience

5.0 (16)

32 hours tutoring

Hi there! I'm Lincoln. I graduated summa cum laude with honors in Mathematics, with additional coursework in computer science. I've tutored math for several years now in subjects such as Pre-calculus and Calculus, in addition to grading for Multivariable Calculus and Real Analysis. Math has been a passion of mine since...

Terry B.

120/hour

Portland, OR

Physics and Math Tutoring by former teacher with 15+ yrs experience

5.0 (3)

7 hours tutoring

I completed my bachelors degree in Physics in 2002. I've been tutoring the content of physics since 1999 when my advisor recommended I help other students having difficulty in the class. I've worked as a tutor or teacher continuously since.

Knowledgeable and patient tutor!

Terry helped my son Zain study for his Physics exam. He was patient, super knowledgeable and flexible. He went above and beyond to work with my sons schedule and made sure he thoroughly reviewed all the material. He even prepared ... - Dema

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Jennifer M.

275/hour

AP and College Physics Tutor Specializing in Simplifying Physics

5.0 (1711)

7,589 hours tutoring

I have been tutoring physics for nearly 15 years (both high school and college). I am currently teaching AP physics C.

Miracle Worker! From B+ to A in Honors Physics! 5 on the AP!!

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

Allison S.

600/hour

MIT Grad for Advanced Physics Tutoring and Instructional Coaching

Response time: 28 minutes

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.

The Reason I Succeeded in Physics I & II

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

David J.

279/hour

11Yr Credentialed Pro(MSc):all Math,Calculus,Physics,Chemistry,SAT/ACT

5.0 (923)

3,886 hours tutoring

Response time: 18 minutes

AP Physics 1: 5 AP Physics 2: 5 College Engineering Physics: A Drawing on extensive experience and expertise, I possess a profound understanding of Physics, having taught and guided numerous students through the...

Simply the Best Tutor on Wyzant!

We feel incredibly fortunate to have found David after trying several other tutors. Over the course of 28 lessons, he has been an outstanding tutor for my son in both Algebra/SAT Math and Physics. David has a remarkable talent ... - Miller, 35 lessons with David

Scott M.

150/hour

15+ Years Teaching Physics, Expert in Teaching Physics Problem Solving

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,...

Very knowledgeable and explained it so well for my 17 yr old son

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

Trevor K.

100/hour

Masters of Science in Physics, 2+ Years of Tutoring Experience

5.0 (182)

1,160 hours tutoring

Response time: 2 minutes

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...

Prepared and knowledgeable tutor

Trevor was a huge help for me in my Optoelectronics class. This class included quantum mechanics, semiconductor physics, band-gap engineering, LEDs and more! He was always prepared before our sessions to make sure our time was spe... - Michael, 2 lessons with Trevor

Benjamin T.

100/hour

Physics Professor, and Former Math Department Head

BS Physics MS Physics Physics Professor

Amazing college physics tutor

I had my first lesson with this tutor for my college physics 1 course and he was very enthusiastic and patient with me. Highly recommend working with him for physics…! - Isabelle

Zachary C.

92/hour

Tutoring experience in physics. Physics/Math double minor.

5.0 (503)

1,600 hours tutoring

Experience tutoring kinematics and electromagnetism. Undergraduate coursework in Electromagnetism, Atomic Physics, Physics of Sound and Music, and Intro Physics. Graduate coursework in Seismology/Geophysics.

Physics II with Zachary

Zachary jumped right in, needed very little time to find out where I needed help--HE KNOW HIS STUFF! I have never used this platform before, and am very impressed with it. He has a calm demeanor and explains things very well. If... - Birgit

Justin C.

150/hour

Trusted STEM Mentor: Inspiring a LOVE for Physics, Math, & Engineering

Response time: 6 minutes

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...

Exactly what my daughter needed

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

Craig S.

175/hour

Patient, Practicing, and Successful AP Physics Teacher! Purdue degees.

5.0 (321)

814 hours tutoring

Response time: 26 minutes

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,...

Very knowledgeable & helpful

Craig was an awesome Physics tutor for my high schooler child, giving all possible help in understanding several topics in AP mechanics, provided targeted practice lessons and helped him prepare for the tests, and all that in a ve... - Debnath, 18 lessons with Craig

Geoffrey B.

96/hour

Experienced, Patient, and Creative Tutor with Masters in Physics

5.0 (1570)

6,595 hours tutoring

During the course of study for my Physics Master's Degree, I studied most fields of physics up to and including quantum field theory and relativistic dynamics. I have a very strong understanding of all fields of physics...

Best Math/Physics Tutor!

Geoffrey tutored my son for Algebra 2 and physics. He is not only very knowledgeable in the area, but knows how to teach it. Not every tutor knows how to teach. Geoffrey, however, is very patient and explains every concept very... - Dalia, 74 lessons with Geoffrey

David W.

190/hour

Princeton University Student with 5+ Years of Tutoring Experience.

4.9 (273)

1,583 hours tutoring

I also received A's in Princeton University Physics Classical Mechanics and Quantum Mechanics. I have 3 years of physics tutoring experience helping students in Princeton, tutoring siblings, and tutoring physics over Wyzant.

great tutor

David was super quick to respond, available on short notice, messaged with me back and forth extensively to upload the assignments in advance so that my daughter's session would be as productive as possible. She was home sick and ... - Lauren

Ahmet C.

325/hour

AP Physics C, 1 and AP Calculus AB, BC Specialist. PhD UCB MSt Oxford

5.0 (504)

1,551 hours tutoring

Response time: 2 minutes

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...

Phenomenal tutor! A lifesaver! (Six 5s on AP exams)

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

Michael M.

165/hour

College Physics I & II, AP Physics 1, 2, & C • PhD • AP Reader

Response time: 12 minutes

PhD in Physics with 2500+ hrs tutoring College and AP students, 10+ yrs university teaching, and AP Physics Reader/Rater experience. I help students master College Physics, AP Physics 1, 2, and C, improve FRQ...

Outstanding AP Physics Tutor – Highly Recommend Michael

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

Peter M.

100/hour

AP Physics 1 & 2, IB Physics. Engineer with 30 years teaching Physics

5.0 (389)

1,026 hours tutoring

Now that I have retired from teaching in the classroom, I want to continue to offer the breadth of my experience to students that have a passionate interest in and/or are struggling with physics. I am a certified AP Physics 1...

Review for Peter M

Here is my son's review: "Mr. Moore is a great physics tutor. He explains things in a way that makes sense, even when the topics are tough. He has a good sense of humor, which makes learning more fun, but he still gets the point... - Yvonne, 44 lessons with Peter

Caleb C.

149/hour

Mathematics, Engineering and Physics

5.0 (517)

1,747 hours tutoring

Response time: 39 minutes

Physics tutor for 10+ years

Patient and compassionate tutor

I have had sessions with Caleb since May. He has gotten me through all the physics series in my university ending this quarter. There are no amount of gratification and words to describe how compassionate, kind and understanding a... - Alexsa, 47 lessons with Caleb

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32 Physics lessons

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44 Physics lessons

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Dipesh S.

74 Physics lessons

Currently, I am taking Modern Physics this semester and Ali has been helping me continuously. So, if you are really struggling with physics like Electricity and Magnetism, Geometrical Optics, Physical optics, Relativity, Quantum Mechanics, Quantum Theory, Particle Physics, Nuclear Physics, Ali can help you with it. He may make you want to change your major to physics. He just really wants you to understand physics. He will do everything he can to help you achieve.

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