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I have taught high school and introductory college physics for over 10 years in-person and online both to students who need extra assistance to understand the subject as well as to students who are looking for enrichment to move ahead. I work with students to understand the basic concepts of the subject and then...
I have taught high school and introductory college physics for over 10 years in-person and online both to students who need extra assistance to understand the subject as well as to students who are looking for enrichment to move ahead. I work with students to understand the basic concepts of the subject and then...

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Physics is the most fundamental of the sciences and is the foundation of chemistry and other life sciences. While Newtonian Physics have been around for several centuries, relativistic physics, thanks to Albert Einstein, has had a profound impact on the world in the past century. Now research into...
Physics is the most fundamental of the sciences and is the foundation of chemistry and other life sciences. While Newtonian Physics have been around for several centuries, relativistic physics, thanks to Albert Einstein, has had a profound impact on the world in the past century. Now research into...
I had roadblocks merging some of the mathematical formulas with physics formulas and since I'm an adult student (62 yrs.!) and worked construction, a lot had been forgotten or never learned. If explanations losing you, just let h... - John M.

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5 on AP Physics C Mech, C E&M, and 1
5 on AP Physics C Mech, C E&M, and 1
Just had our first session with Randy today, and he was able to shortly assess where my son needed help in grasping some AP physics materials he missed from being out sick. My son commented "he knows what he's doing", was very in... - Barbara, 4 lessons with Randy

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For over three years the University of Michigan employed me as a peer tutor for physics students. This tutoring experience may be my most significant qualification as a physics tutor. Neither the time I spent earning my bachelors in Engineering Physics at U of M nor my time studying graduate...
For over three years the University of Michigan employed me as a peer tutor for physics students. This tutoring experience may be my most significant qualification as a physics tutor. Neither the time I spent earning my bachelors in Engineering Physics at U of M nor my time studying graduate...
Me and my friend are studying Architecture. We needed help in structural engineering physics and Jordan has helped us to understand the subject. He also explained the Thermal heat transfer types as we needed to understand that for... - Hanan, 2 lessons with Jordan

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5 on AP Exam A in college level course
5 on AP Exam A in college level course
Nicole is an outstanding tutor. My son (a high school junior) worked with at least 10 chemistry tutors before we found Nicole—and none of them made concepts as clear and accessible as she does. His grades improved dramatically, a... - Kimberly, 12 lessons with Nicole

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I have a degree in physics and am certified to teach physics and chemistry. Last summer I taught a 6-week course in physics for the enrichment of middle and high school students in the Dallas Independent School District.
I have a degree in physics and am certified to teach physics and chemistry. Last summer I taught a 6-week course in physics for the enrichment of middle and high school students in the Dallas Independent School District.

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Do you or your child need help with math and science class? If so, I can help. My name is Adrian and I earned a B.A. in chemistry from Dartmouth College and a Masters in physical organic chemistry from The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI). Currently I work as a clinical laboratory scientist. My years of...
Do you or your child need help with math and science class? If so, I can help. My name is Adrian and I earned a B.A. in chemistry from Dartmouth College and a Masters in physical organic chemistry from The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI). Currently I work as a clinical laboratory scientist. My years of...
Adrian is a very good tutor. He explains things in a way my daughter can finally understand Physics!! She feels very comfortable with him & her grade is IMPROVING!! He is always on time. He listens and is very patient. We are very... - Dena, 13 lessons with Adrian

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I work full-time as an mechatronics and systems integration engineer for a digital manufacturing research company in the Chicago area. I hold a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from Iowa State University (ISU) and an undergraduate Bachelor's Degree from Northern Illinois University (NIU) in Mechanical...
I work full-time as an mechatronics and systems integration engineer for a digital manufacturing research company in the Chicago area. I hold a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from Iowa State University (ISU) and an undergraduate Bachelor's Degree from Northern Illinois University (NIU) in Mechanical...
John was excellent tutor in easing my daughter’s doubts with AP Physics. Very knowledgeable and understanding. Highly recommended and a great asset. - Michael, 2 lessons with John

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I am an experienced physics teacher (27 years of public school teaching at all levels). I've taught AP Physics C for 11 years, as well as AP without calculus. I've been a reader (grader) for the Advanced Placement exam, including the 2019 exam. I've been an item writer for ACT. I am a...
I am an experienced physics teacher (27 years of public school teaching at all levels). I've taught AP Physics C for 11 years, as well as AP without calculus. I've been a reader (grader) for the Advanced Placement exam, including the 2019 exam. I've been an item writer for ACT. I am a...
Phil is teaching my 12-year-old son Physics. We were looking for some one who can teach not just theory but also some one who can come and do some projects wilts him. We are glad that we found him. - Amy, 52 lessons with Phil

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While I have tutored a variety of different topics over the years, my education is in chemistry and mathematics so any academic help I have provided has focused in those areas in particular. As a side note, this also includes all grade school physics. In my professional life I develop computer programs for...
While I have tutored a variety of different topics over the years, my education is in chemistry and mathematics so any academic help I have provided has focused in those areas in particular. As a side note, this also includes all grade school physics. In my professional life I develop computer programs for...
Erica was extremely dedicated and clearly knowledgeable. She was always on time if not early and would work with our child even if it ran past the scheduled time. She was patient and kind and we would definitely use her again. - Arnold, 9 lessons with Erica

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I’m Nikhil an experienced math tutor, battery modeling engineer, and passionate educator. With over 10 years of tutoring and teaching experience, I have dedicated myself to helping students excel in various math topics, from foundational arithmetic to advanced calculus. My journey with math wasn’t always easy—I...
I’m Nikhil an experienced math tutor, battery modeling engineer, and passionate educator. With over 10 years of tutoring and teaching experience, I have dedicated myself to helping students excel in various math topics, from foundational arithmetic to advanced calculus. My journey with math wasn’t always easy—I...

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I have tutored students in all levels of high school physics for over 10 years. In general I focus on helping my students to understand the concepts involved in physics so that they can dismantle questions down to a few basic ideas. In the past 6 years I have worked with students from GBS, GBN, New Trier,...
I have tutored students in all levels of high school physics for over 10 years. In general I focus on helping my students to understand the concepts involved in physics so that they can dismantle questions down to a few basic ideas. In the past 6 years I have worked with students from GBS, GBN, New Trier,...
Jason is very experienced and helpful in learning. He is very understanding and patient which is important for my first year in this subject. I am looking forward to further classes on a regular basis. - Bob, 14 lessons with Jason

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I have tutored students in Physics and am skilled in helping students understand how the laws of motion work. These include kinematics, energy, simple harmonic motion, momentum, gravitation, circular motion, waves, and electrostatics. I am able to apply the mathematics (calculus) involved in physics to...
I have tutored students in Physics and am skilled in helping students understand how the laws of motion work. These include kinematics, energy, simple harmonic motion, momentum, gravitation, circular motion, waves, and electrostatics. I am able to apply the mathematics (calculus) involved in physics to...
We hired Gabriel to tutor my son, a junior in high school, in physics and advanced algebra. He was very easy to work with, eager to help, and very understanding (my son has attention deficit disorder). Before certain exams we wer... - John, 35 lessons with Gabriel

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Overall, I love building relationships with students and seeing them understand the content that once gave them a lot of trouble. My tutoring experience spans a variety of subjects and age groups. I have helped high school students with algebra, AP Calculus, and AP Physics, as well as guided them through the...
Overall, I love building relationships with students and seeing them understand the content that once gave them a lot of trouble. My tutoring experience spans a variety of subjects and age groups. I have helped high school students with algebra, AP Calculus, and AP Physics, as well as guided them through the...

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I have five years of experience as a physics professor and professional tutor at the City Colleges of Chicago. Before that, I was a physics teaching assistant and tutor at the University of Illinois at Chicago for 8 years while obtaining a PhD in physics. I've also tutored college and high...
I have five years of experience as a physics professor and professional tutor at the City Colleges of Chicago. Before that, I was a physics teaching assistant and tutor at the University of Illinois at Chicago for 8 years while obtaining a PhD in physics. I've also tutored college and high...

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Masters in Physics
Masters in Physics

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I completed Physics I and Physics II as part of my Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology at the University of Illinois Chicago. My coursework included mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves, optics, fluids, thermodynamics, and introductory modern physics, along with mathematical...
I completed Physics I and Physics II as part of my Bachelor of Science in Molecular Biology at the University of Illinois Chicago. My coursework included mechanics, electricity and magnetism, waves, optics, fluids, thermodynamics, and introductory modern physics, along with mathematical...

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BA Physics BS Chemistry PhD Student
BA Physics BS Chemistry PhD Student

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A poor teacher or lecturer or difficult curriculum does not spell disaster, if you're able to get help. I have aided hundreds of students come to grips with difficult and challenging materials. I have degrees in Physics and Chemical Physics. My graduate training was at the University of Illinois at...
A poor teacher or lecturer or difficult curriculum does not spell disaster, if you're able to get help. I have aided hundreds of students come to grips with difficult and challenging materials. I have degrees in Physics and Chemical Physics. My graduate training was at the University of Illinois at...
We tried a few Chemistry tutors for my 10th grader. My son feels Richard explains concepts better than the others. An added benefit is Richard's knowledge of multiple subjects. Richard was able to pick up the ball where the last t... - Kerry, 21 lessons with Richard

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Hello! My name is Maryam, and I am a doctoral student with a strong background in biology, physics, chemistry and healthcare. Over the past seven years, I have gained extensive experience teaching and explaining complex scientific concepts to patients, families, and colleagues. This experience has equipped me with...
Hello! My name is Maryam, and I am a doctoral student with a strong background in biology, physics, chemistry and healthcare. Over the past seven years, I have gained extensive experience teaching and explaining complex scientific concepts to patients, families, and colleagues. This experience has equipped me with...
I LOVE working with Maryam. She is the reason I am able to understand second year university physics without having any prior background in the subject. This is one of the most challenging courses I’m taking, and I often feel over... - Gamar, 9 lessons with Maryam

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Hello! My name is Sabrina, and I am a math tutor located in Forest Park, IL. I'm a mechanical engineering student at the City Colleges of Chicago with a 3.92 GPA. I will be graduating with an associate of engineering science in December 2026. I apply my engineering knowledge at my internship with Norman Filter...
Hello! My name is Sabrina, and I am a math tutor located in Forest Park, IL. I'm a mechanical engineering student at the City Colleges of Chicago with a 3.92 GPA. I will be graduating with an associate of engineering science in December 2026. I apply my engineering knowledge at my internship with Norman Filter...
Sabrina helped my son with College Algebra. Math has always been a difficult subject for him to retain and do well in. He is a sophomore in college. He highly recommends Sabrina, and if needed, said he would use her for his Colleg... - Barbara, 2 lessons with Sabrina

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As part of my aerospace studies, I took many courses that model physical phenomena, such as calculus, physics, statics, dynamics, fluid mechanics, aerodynamics, flight dynamics, advanced flight dynamics, material strength, and structure analysis and design. I have a strong background in college...
As part of my aerospace studies, I took many courses that model physical phenomena, such as calculus, physics, statics, dynamics, fluid mechanics, aerodynamics, flight dynamics, advanced flight dynamics, material strength, and structure analysis and design. I have a strong background in college...

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Hello! I am Mahvand, a Physics advanced lecturer at Loyola University Chicago. I have a Ph.D. in Computational Biophysics from Ohio University as well as two Master of Science degrees in Physics and Cosmology. I enjoy making physics useful and relevant to as many students as possible. I am a...
Hello! I am Mahvand, a Physics advanced lecturer at Loyola University Chicago. I have a Ph.D. in Computational Biophysics from Ohio University as well as two Master of Science degrees in Physics and Cosmology. I enjoy making physics useful and relevant to as many students as possible. I am a...
My children not only learn but said it was “fun”. They are not as scared of physics which is great. She gives lesson ahead of schedule which I really like. She is responsive via email and patient with kids - Neenoo, 13 lessons with Mahvand

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I have taught physics for the past 16+ years at both the high school and college level. I currently teach AP Physics 1 at a high school in Chicago.
I have taught physics for the past 16+ years at both the high school and college level. I currently teach AP Physics 1 at a high school in Chicago.

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4 in AP Physics and A in Physics I and II
4 in AP Physics and A in Physics I and II
My son has been tutored by Michael several times. He has been flexible with our schedule and my son feels prepared for class after his tutoring sessions with Michael. My son said Michael makes him feel comfortable to ask questions... - Neue, 32 lessons with Michael
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