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Passionate Physics Tutor
I help high school students improve their grades in physics classes (regular / honors / APs) and prepare for standardized tests (APs and SAT subject). I am very familiar with course materials from Monta Vista High Gunn High Palo Alto High...
I help high school students improve their grades in physics classes (regular / honors / APs) and prepare for standardized tests (APs and SAT subject). I am very familiar with course materials from Monta Vista High Gunn High Palo Alto High...

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AP chemistry tutoring
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...
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...
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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Math + Computer Science Tutor/UTA for HS and College Students
Hey, I'm Goral! I've recently graduated from Virginia Tech with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science and a bachelor's degree in Computational Modeling & Data Analytics. I've been tutoring students in Math and Programming ever since I was a...
Hey, I'm Goral! I've recently graduated from Virginia Tech with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science and a bachelor's degree in Computational Modeling & Data Analytics. I've been tutoring students in Math and Programming ever since I was a...

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Williams Graduate for Spanish, TOEFL, and Mathematics Tutoring
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...
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...

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Cornell Dean's List Tutor Specializing in Math and CS
I have completed a BA in Computer Science and Mathematics from Cornell, where I have appeared on the Dean's List for multiple semesters. I also completed my Masters of Engineering in Computer Science at Cornell. I attended Thomas Jefferson High...
I have completed a BA in Computer Science and Mathematics from Cornell, where I have appeared on the Dean's List for multiple semesters. I also completed my Masters of Engineering in Computer Science at Cornell. I attended Thomas Jefferson High...

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Ph.D. Physics Grad for Math & Physics Tutoring
Hello students! 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...
Hello students! 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...

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Anatomy & Physiology Tutor; Student of Physical Therapy
I am a student of Doctor of Physical Therapy. I am passionate about helping students understand the human body's structure and function along with how it is applied in an exercise setting. In addition to my academic journey, I am a Certified...
I am a student of Doctor of Physical Therapy. I am passionate about helping students understand the human body's structure and function along with how it is applied in an exercise setting. In addition to my academic journey, I am a Certified...
Vincent does a great job in explaining complicated concepts. He has a good teaching style, where you start to understand the material. He is very patient, and knowledgeable when it comes to the material that I need help with. - Jamal , 13 lessons with Vincent

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AMC 8 10 12 / AP Calculus : Specializing in teaching gifted students
"Math is all about seeing in different ways" I love doing math and teaching younger generation. Especially, I had taught at one of gifted high schools for seven years, and one of elite universities for ten years in Korea. From my educational...
"Math is all about seeing in different ways" I love doing math and teaching younger generation. Especially, I had taught at one of gifted high schools for seven years, and one of elite universities for ten years in Korea. From my educational...
I really struggle with mathematics especially when it gets to a higher level such as calculus. Sang was very helpful and found ways to make it easy to understand the material that I was given for my class. His accent is indeed p... - Levent

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Research Scientist Math, Science, and Programming Tutoring
I earned my BS in Meteorology from OU with minors in Mathematics and Hydrology in 2009, my MS from OU in Meteorology in 2012, and my PhD in Meteorology at OU in 2017. I also have 3 years of experience teaching elementary and advanced Meteorology...
I earned my BS in Meteorology from OU with minors in Mathematics and Hydrology in 2009, my MS from OU in Meteorology in 2012, and my PhD in Meteorology at OU in 2017. I also have 3 years of experience teaching elementary and advanced Meteorology...
Larissa helped my daughter improve her score in high school Geometry by a whole letter grade in just a little over a month. - Hannah, 13 lessons with Larissa

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Specializing in Chemistry Honors, AP Chemistry, and AP CalculusAB
Students who struggle with high school curricula are typically bright individuals who have excelled in school up until this point, and did not need to fine-tune study skills because learning in earlier grades was intuitive. This is where a...
Students who struggle with high school curricula are typically bright individuals who have excelled in school up until this point, and did not need to fine-tune study skills because learning in earlier grades was intuitive. This is where a...
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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Experienced Econ & Stats Tutor for AP and Undergraduate Students
I hold a Master’s degree in Economics from San Jose State University, which I earned in 2022. Since then, I have been tutoring microeconomics, macroeconomics, and statistics on various online platforms. My experience includes working with high...
I hold a Master’s degree in Economics from San Jose State University, which I earned in 2022. Since then, I have been tutoring microeconomics, macroeconomics, and statistics on various online platforms. My experience includes working with high...

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5⭐ Rated Tutor | 4.0 GPA | SAT Math, AP Calculus & Physics Expert
Hi, I’m Theodore! I'm a third-year Computer Engineering student at Cal Poly SLO with a perfect 4.0 GPA and over seven years of tutoring experience in math, science, and SAT prep. Why Choose Me? ✔ SAT Math Expert – Scored a perfect 800 on...
Hi, I’m Theodore! I'm a third-year Computer Engineering student at Cal Poly SLO with a perfect 4.0 GPA and over seven years of tutoring experience in math, science, and SAT prep. Why Choose Me? ✔ SAT Math Expert – Scored a perfect 800 on...
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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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...
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...
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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From UW Professor, GUARANTEED physics, DATA SCIENCE & ML lessons
I'm a professor with background in PHYSICS, DATA SCIENCE and MACHINE LEARNING. I provide private sessions for tutoring as well as help with data science and machine learning project implementations. I have a PhD in physics from University of...
I'm a professor with background in PHYSICS, DATA SCIENCE and MACHINE LEARNING. I provide private sessions for tutoring as well as help with data science and machine learning project implementations. I have a PhD in physics from University of...
Sener was patient in reviewing my professor's badly written questions and helped me solve a problem that challenged most of the physics students in my class. Recommend this tutor for challenging upper division physics classes. - Finn

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Experienced College Level math and Engineering Tutor
I hold a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering from Columbia University, and I have passed my Professional Engineer (PE) exam and am an Engineer-in-Training (EIT). My professional experience at Tesla and SpaceX has given me a strong...
I hold a Master’s degree in Structural Engineering from Columbia University, and I have passed my Professional Engineer (PE) exam and am an Engineer-in-Training (EIT). My professional experience at Tesla and SpaceX has given me a strong...

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I'm an editor, writer, and English language expert
Hi, my name is Tara. I am a professional editor and writer. I double majored in English and Theatre at Santa Clara University. I also received a Master of Fine Arts from the University of West London, making me qualified to be a professor at a...
Hi, my name is Tara. I am a professional editor and writer. I double majored in English and Theatre at Santa Clara University. I also received a Master of Fine Arts from the University of West London, making me qualified to be a professor at a...

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Stanford-Trained Medical Doctor (MD PhD) Happy to Tutor
Greetings Students and Families! It is very nice to meet you! I am looking forward to tutor you, and I have an extensive teaching and tutoring background. As an undergraduate I tutored extensively in both political science and computer science...
Greetings Students and Families! It is very nice to meet you! I am looking forward to tutor you, and I have an extensive teaching and tutoring background. As an undergraduate I tutored extensively in both political science and computer science...
Dr. Luqman is a wonderful tutor! He was patient, knowledgeable and supportive with my daughter! He also has flexible hours that work well with a busy college student. I highly recommend him! - Tyffany, 7 lessons with Luqman

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Physics and Math tutor to help you reach your educational goals
I am a theoretical physicist and I have loved all my life the study of the universe and its secrets through research and continued education. Mathematics and Science have offered modern humans unprecedented awareness. Strong ethical individuals,...
I am a theoretical physicist and I have loved all my life the study of the universe and its secrets through research and continued education. Mathematics and Science have offered modern humans unprecedented awareness. Strong ethical individuals,...

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Programming Tutor Specializing in Web Technologies
As a software developer, I like learning about logic, and have self-taught and been trained in such languages as NodeJS, React, Redux, JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, and CSS. Writing, optimizing, and even debugging code is genuinely fun for me,...
As a software developer, I like learning about logic, and have self-taught and been trained in such languages as NodeJS, React, Redux, JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, and CSS. Writing, optimizing, and even debugging code is genuinely fun for me,...
Where do I even begin? Baibhav is amazing! I sought help because I was stuck on a coding assignment. I feel so fortunate to have found him, because he is patient, kind, warm, and super-encouraging --- and ultra-knowledgeabl... - Jeannie, 3 lessons with Baibhav

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Patient and detail-oriented tutor dedicated to your learning
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...
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...

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Modern Greek Instructor with BA from the University of Athens
Orestis K. is a native Greek with a deep knowledge of every aspect of the language. As a Greek Instructor he combines multiple teaching methods, making sure that every student receives a personalized approach based on their needs, desires,...
Orestis K. is a native Greek with a deep knowledge of every aspect of the language. As a Greek Instructor he combines multiple teaching methods, making sure that every student receives a personalized approach based on their needs, desires,...

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Learn and Enjoy Math-Phy-CS-EE
Welcome to my page. I have an MS degree in Electrical Engineering, with focus on Mixed Signal IC designing, from San Jose State University. I also have a BS degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology,...
Welcome to my page. I have an MS degree in Electrical Engineering, with focus on Mixed Signal IC designing, from San Jose State University. I also have a BS degree in Computer Science and Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology,...

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Math, Science, & Computer Science Tutor
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...
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...
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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UCLA M.S. in CompSci
Nice to meet you fellow scholars! I am James, a Master’s student in Computer Science at UCLA, specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning with a minor in Mathematics and Bioinformatics. I really want to take a break from...
Nice to meet you fellow scholars! I am James, a Master’s student in Computer Science at UCLA, specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning with a minor in Mathematics and Bioinformatics. I really want to take a break from...

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Stanford PhD - High School & College Biology Expert
Are you feeling stressed or anxious about your biology course? Maybe you're struggling with a difficult test or need help with a lab or special project. Or perhaps you're simply looking to level up your understanding of biology. Maybe you’re a...
Are you feeling stressed or anxious about your biology course? Maybe you're struggling with a difficult test or need help with a lab or special project. Or perhaps you're simply looking to level up your understanding of biology. Maybe you’re a...
Tobi tutored my daughter throughout the year and in preparation for her AP Biology exam. She is truly an extraordinarily gifted teacher. She is able to explain difficult concepts clearly, simply, and concisely. She is extremely kn... - Laurie, 23 lessons with Tobi
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