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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...
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 is young enough to be able to make great connections with kids, and smart enough to really get the best out of them. He was incredibly flexible and able to work on projects my son was struggling with at school. Leon is able ... - Kristin

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...
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...
In two sessions, my SAT Physics Subject test score jumped from 700 to 800! I was well-prepared for the sessions and knew exactly where I needed help with; you should too if you want that kind of increase! - Daniel, 3 lessons with Leon

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...
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...
Jonathan is smart, professional, patient and very thorough. My Chaparral HS junior earned a 31 on her ACT the first time she took it! He is once again supporting us as she prepares for SAT. As a teacher myself, I highly recommend ... - Sarilyn, 5 lessons with Jonathan

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...
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...
Bill was extremely patient with me, and explained everything clearly. Bill provided me the tools necessary to complete my assignments. I will be using his services again. - Andre, 2 lessons with Bill

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...
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...

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....
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....

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...
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...

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...
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...

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...
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...

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...
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...
Raphael's tutoring sessions were a game-changer for my daughter. She went from being confused by several physics concepts she was learning in high school to being "crystal clear" (her words) and confident on those topics. She sai... - Christine, 60 lessons with Raphael

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...
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...

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...
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...
Mr. Jeffrey has been my physics tutor for many weeks now and I am extremely satisfied with the experience. His adaptability with new topics each week is very useful for my school course which is fast-paced, and he also effortlessl... - Shakila, 24 lessons with Jeffrey

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...
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...
Michael has been an incredible tutor for French. He is very patient, and explains all topics in a way that makes sense to me. He incorporates history and his knowledge of other languages to help me learn new concepts! I will conti... - Brenna, 12 lessons with Michael

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...
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...
Xuehua has taught me ORM and basic django applications in python. He has a very in depth understanding of python, and his tutoring style is patient and concise. He also knows how to communicate with you on your own expertise le... - Umer, 6 lessons with Xuehua

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...
'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...

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...
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...
I had a ton of questions and things I was confused on coming into the lesson, and he patiently answered each question one by one to my satisfaction, and because there were so many he also set aside time to extend the session to th... - Pat, 8 lessons with Jon

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...
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...

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...
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...

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...
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...
I met with Venkat on the night before an AP calc AB exam. I was worried it would not make sense to start with someone new on the night before a test. It was fantastic! He calmed me down, we did an excellent review and he gave me s... - Tracy

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...
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...
Andrew is a very thorough and patient tutor who explains things in a multitude of ways. He makes sure you understand the concept before moving on to the next step of a problem. He also utilizes the online whiteboard through Wyzan... - Dalia, 8 lessons with Andrew

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...
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...

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...
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...

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...
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...
I had total three sessions with Arghavan so far, two for python and one for R. He is extremely smart and knows what he is talking about. If you have a question and he doesn't know the answer, he will research and find you the answ... - Abby, 3 lessons with Arghavan

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...
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...
I've had the privilege of working with a number of tutors throughout my academic journey, but Mark’s undoubtedly stands out as the most knowledgeable in the realm of computer science and programming. Not only is he incredibly well... - Joseph, 6 lessons with Mark

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...
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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