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Leon B. Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Leon B.
180/hour

Palo Alto, CA

I'm *NOT* your TYPICAL TUTOR | Stanford University Graduate

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...

5.0 (69)
180/hour
369 hours tutoring

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...

Leon Z. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Leon Z.
360/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

Physics, Math -- Improve your scores greatly, quickly, and pleasantly!

I am an experienced tutor from the most prestigious tutoring companies in the Bay Area, and I taught physics for years in universities. My tutoring focuses on physics, high-level math such as calculus, and test prep. Most of my students are high...

5.0 (215)
360/hour
1,322 hours tutoring
Response time: 58 minutes

I am an experienced tutor from the most prestigious tutoring companies in the Bay Area, and I taught physics for years in universities. My tutoring focuses on physics, high-level math such as calculus, and test prep. Most of my students are high...

Jonathan R. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jonathan R.
150/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

Raising Grades, Scores, and Confidence in ACT/SAT, Math, and Science

My ACT/SAT students earned over $1,500,000 in scholarships just in the last school year and they consistently score 26-36 (ACT), 1200+ (SAT) & improve 2 letter grades in class. My 2018-2019 students earned ACT scores from 24 to 36 (a range of 74th...

5.0 (468)
150/hour
1,904 hours tutoring

My ACT/SAT students earned over $1,500,000 in scholarships just in the last school year and they consistently score 26-36 (ACT), 1200+ (SAT) & improve 2 letter grades in class. My 2018-2019 students earned ACT scores from 24 to 36 (a range of 74th...

Bill H. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Bill H.
38/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

I love teaching Python

I'm an EE and software developer and have used more than 10 different programming languages. I now do part time work for the Carnegie Institution at Stanford using Python to analyze data from climate models. Python is a great programming...

4.9 (1365)
38/hour
4,195 hours tutoring
Response time: 30 minutes

I'm an EE and software developer and have used more than 10 different programming languages. I now do part time work for the Carnegie Institution at Stanford using Python to analyze data from climate models. Python is a great programming...

Brian D. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brian D.
75/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

Math, Statistics and Chemistry Tutor

Hello my name is Brian and I am a math and science tutor! I graduated with a Master’s degree in Biostatistics from UC San Diego and I have a Bachelor’s in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from UC Davis. I’ve been tutoring for about 3...

5.0 (228)
75/hour
505 hours tutoring

Hello my name is Brian and I am a math and science tutor! I graduated with a Master’s degree in Biostatistics from UC San Diego and I have a Bachelor’s in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from UC Davis. I’ve been tutoring for about 3...

Vasuda D. Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Vasuda D.
60/hour

Palo Alto, CA

Medical Student for Math and Science Tutoring

My name is Vasuda D. and I am a third-year in the Penn State - Sidney Kimmel Accelerated Medical Program. I graduated from Gunn High School, Palo Alto in 2022. I got 5's on all of my APs; I graduated with a 4.0 unweighted and a 4.43 weighted GPA....

5.0 (4)
60/hour
17 hours tutoring

My name is Vasuda D. and I am a third-year in the Penn State - Sidney Kimmel Accelerated Medical Program. I graduated from Gunn High School, Palo Alto in 2022. I got 5's on all of my APs; I graduated with a 4.0 unweighted and a 4.43 weighted GPA....

Erfan K. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Erfan K.
80/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

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...

5.0 (6)
80/hour
29 hours tutoring

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...

Seiko D. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Seiko D.
78/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

Expert Japanese Tutor with Credentials, Specializing in JLPT Prep.

As a native Japanese with dual degrees from Japan and the US and a teaching credential from Japan, I've been delighted to share Japanese for over a decade. With 15+ years in global corporations, I'm passionate about bridging cultures through...

5.0 (190)
78/hour
523 hours tutoring
Response time: 3 minutes

As a native Japanese with dual degrees from Japan and the US and a teaching credential from Japan, I've been delighted to share Japanese for over a decade. With 15+ years in global corporations, I'm passionate about bridging cultures through...

Gabe M. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Gabe M.
150/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

Stanford Grad and Software Engineer at Top Quant Firm

Hi, my name is Gabe and I'd love to help you or your child succeed in math or computer science. I've been a software engineer at a top quantitative finance firm/hedge fund since completing my master's degree at Stanford in August of 2023. Prior to...

5.0 (14)
150/hour
40 hours tutoring

Hi, my name is Gabe and I'd love to help you or your child succeed in math or computer science. I've been a software engineer at a top quantitative finance firm/hedge fund since completing my master's degree at Stanford in August of 2023. Prior to...

Raphael L. Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Raphael L.
139/hour

Palo Alto, CA

Harvard & Yale grad for math and science tutoring

Are you struggling in a difficult course and need some guidance? I typically work with high school and college students primarily in math, physics, chemistry, and statistics. I have a BS in math and physics from Yale and a PhD in statistical...

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5.0 (2564)
139/hour
9,052 hours tutoring
Response time: 19 minutes

Are you struggling in a difficult course and need some guidance? I typically work with high school and college students primarily in math, physics, chemistry, and statistics. I have a BS in math and physics from Yale and a PhD in statistical...

Rachel P. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rachel P.
100/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

Expert Tutor for Undergrad, Pre-Med Internships, & Med School Apps

I recently graduated from UC Berkeley with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology in May 2025 and will be entering medical school this fall. I have been highly successful in securing competitive opportunities, including prestigious biomedical and...

5.0 (44)
100/hour
126 hours tutoring

I recently graduated from UC Berkeley with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology in May 2025 and will be entering medical school this fall. I have been highly successful in securing competitive opportunities, including prestigious biomedical and...

Jeffrey M. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jeffrey M.
69/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

Effective Ph.D. Tutor of Mathematics and Physics

I have over 30 years of experience as a tutor and lecturer in mathematics and physics, both before and after I completed my physics & biology BA at UC Berkeley and my physics PhD at the University of Illinois. I am available for tutoring at...

4.9 (1160)
69/hour
4,376 hours tutoring

I have over 30 years of experience as a tutor and lecturer in mathematics and physics, both before and after I completed my physics & biology BA at UC Berkeley and my physics PhD at the University of Illinois. I am available for tutoring at...

Michael G. Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael G.
62/hour

Palo Alto, CA

Tutor/Teacher of Mathematics, all levels

I am a semi-retired Software Engineer who has maintained a passion for Mathematics throughout my career. While an Undergraduate at UC Berkeley, I taught Math and French in local High Schools, and Tutored High School students. I enjoy all levels...

4.7 (30)
62/hour
67 hours tutoring
Response time: 10 minutes

I am a semi-retired Software Engineer who has maintained a passion for Mathematics throughout my career. While an Undergraduate at UC Berkeley, I taught Math and French in local High Schools, and Tutored High School students. I enjoy all levels...

Xuehua C. Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Xuehua C.
100/hour

Palo Alto, CA

Patient, knowledgeable and experienced Python Tutor

I have worked in software development for both startup and established companies for 19 years. Python is one of my favorite programming languages along with C. I'd love to transfer my knowledge of Python, but my most important goal is to teach my...

5.0 (24)
100/hour
89 hours tutoring

I have worked in software development for both startup and established companies for 19 years. Python is one of my favorite programming languages along with C. I'd love to transfer my knowledge of Python, but my most important goal is to teach my...

Lona T. Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lona T.
95/hour

Palo Alto, CA

DAT 24 Scorer | UCLA Dental D1 | Chem, Bio, Math, OChem, Spanish

'm an incoming D1 at UCLA School of Dentistry, Magna Cum Laude graduate from Brown University, and an experienced tutor with 10+ years helping students succeed in science, math, Spanish, and more. In Jun 2024, I scored a 24 AA and 24 TS on my DAT...

5.0 (11)
95/hour
143 hours tutoring
Response time: 22 minutes

'm an incoming D1 at UCLA School of Dentistry, Magna Cum Laude graduate from Brown University, and an experienced tutor with 10+ years helping students succeed in science, math, Spanish, and more. In Jun 2024, I scored a 24 AA and 24 TS on my DAT...

Jon R. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jon R.
135/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

Computer Science PhD ready to help you!

I have more than 25 years experience with a wide range of topics within computer science, and can help you understand difficult abstract topics or the subtle details of widely used technology. I have a PhD in computer science from the University...

5.0 (973)
135/hour
2,833 hours tutoring

I have more than 25 years experience with a wide range of topics within computer science, and can help you understand difficult abstract topics or the subtle details of widely used technology. I have a PhD in computer science from the University...

Michael D. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Michael D.
60/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

Math-Physics-Computer Help from a Skilled, Communicative Tutor

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...

5.0 (112)
60/hour
511 hours tutoring

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...

Steve S. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Steve S.
65/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

Transform Your Writing, Social Studies, and Study Habits

Hello! My name is Steve, and I am passionate about helping students achieve their academic goals in writing, social studies, and beyond. I help students build effective study habits to support their long-term success. I hold a Bachelors degree...

5.0 (2)
65/hour
18 hours tutoring

Hello! My name is Steve, and I am passionate about helping students achieve their academic goals in writing, social studies, and beyond. I help students build effective study habits to support their long-term success. I hold a Bachelors degree...

Venkat A. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Venkat A.
190/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

IIT Graduate and Expert AP Physics and AP Calc Tutor

I am an IIT graduate and an experienced Math and Physics tutor with a Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering. Teaching is my passion and I love to see my students improve and do their best in school and in life. I have been teaching middle and...

5.0 (344)
190/hour
620 hours tutoring
Response time: 21 minutes

I am an IIT graduate and an experienced Math and Physics tutor with a Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering. Teaching is my passion and I love to see my students improve and do their best in school and in life. I have been teaching middle and...

Andrew M. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Andrew M.
60/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

Certified Chemistry, Physics, Biology and Math Teacher M.Ed., AP Tutor

I greatly enjoy helping people learn, and would like to help you as well. I am a licensed teacher and online tutor with years of teaching and tutoring experience. I have taught Science and Math for 7 years at various grade levels in Public Schools...

5.0 (295)
60/hour
985 hours tutoring

I greatly enjoy helping people learn, and would like to help you as well. I am a licensed teacher and online tutor with years of teaching and tutoring experience. I have taught Science and Math for 7 years at various grade levels in Public Schools...

Brenda C. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Brenda C.
50/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

Maestra Brenda Spanish

I currently work as a Spanish teacher in a private school, but I've been tutoring Spanish since 2012. My experience as a Spanish tutor has been diverse because I have taught all ages. Also, my students come from different cultural backgrounds...

5.0 (21)
50/hour
73 hours tutoring

I currently work as a Spanish teacher in a private school, but I've been tutoring Spanish since 2012. My experience as a Spanish tutor has been diverse because I have taught all ages. Also, my students come from different cultural backgrounds...

Kevin N. Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kevin N.
150/hour

Palo Alto, CA

(UPenn Grad) Professional Full-Time Tutor and College Counselor

Please note, I only work with students online and do not conduct in-person lessons. Hi, my name's Kevin, and I want to help you get into the school of your dreams! I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a BA in Psychology and...

5.0 (348)
150/hour
1,184 hours tutoring

Please note, I only work with students online and do not conduct in-person lessons. Hi, my name's Kevin, and I want to help you get into the school of your dreams! I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a BA in Psychology and...

Arghavan A. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Arghavan A.
90/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

Python/R/MATLAB/Machine Learning

I was among the top 1%, out of a total of 17,575 active tutors in Wyzant in 2019/2020, based on Wyzant data. As a Data Scientist, I specialize in different programming languages such as Python and R. I am also proficient in engineering software...

5.0 (2403)
90/hour
8,035 hours tutoring

I was among the top 1%, out of a total of 17,575 active tutors in Wyzant in 2019/2020, based on Wyzant data. As a Data Scientist, I specialize in different programming languages such as Python and R. I am also proficient in engineering software...

Mark R. Near Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mark R.
180/hour

Near Palo Alto, CA

Vast, in-depth experience with Android, Kotlin, Java

I have a vast amount of professional experience as an Android, Kotlin, and Java developer. I have taught all three in various professional settings as well. I also have a Ph. D. in Philosophy, and have taught courses in Philosophy, Logic, and...

5.0 (44)
180/hour
153 hours tutoring

I have a vast amount of professional experience as an Android, Kotlin, and Java developer. I have taught all three in various professional settings as well. I also have a Ph. D. in Philosophy, and have taught courses in Philosophy, Logic, and...

Renee F. Palo Alto, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Renee F.
150/hour

Palo Alto, CA

Recently Retired AP Biology teacher with research experience

I am a certificated high school teacher who leveraged my personal experience with biotechnology to teach AP Biology as well as a STEM research class at a highly regarded Silicon Valley public school for 17 years. In addition to teaching in a...

5.0 (3)
150/hour
29 hours tutoring

I am a certificated high school teacher who leveraged my personal experience with biotechnology to teach AP Biology as well as a STEM research class at a highly regarded Silicon Valley public school for 17 years. In addition to teaching in a...

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