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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...

Near Palo Alto, CA
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

Near Palo Alto, CA
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...

Near Palo Alto, CA
C++ Game Programmer
I been working in C++ and building video games for over 10 years. In that time, I have developed various types of games, tools to support game teams, and game features like inventory and combat systems. I enjoy the tutoring process and helping...
I been working in C++ and building video games for over 10 years. In that time, I have developed various types of games, tools to support game teams, and game features like inventory and combat systems. I enjoy the tutoring process and helping...
I've been tutored by Thomas for two projects, and hopefully more to come as my budget opens up more haha. Throughout them, it was super explorative because Thomas would let me decide on what I want to do then we'd fix or correct a... - Vent, 4 lessons with Thomas

Near Palo Alto, CA
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,...

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
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

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...

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

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
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...

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
Former Apple and NeXT Engineer Specializing in UIKit and SwiftUI
I hold both undergraduate and graduate degrees in Computer Science from University of Washington and UC Berkeley. I have taught many thousands of students at all levels while working for Sun, NeXT, and Apple over the span of three decades. I am...
I hold both undergraduate and graduate degrees in Computer Science from University of Washington and UC Berkeley. I have taught many thousands of students at all levels while working for Sun, NeXT, and Apple over the span of three decades. I am...

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...

Palo Alto, CA
Ph.D. Theoretical Physicist teach Math and Science Concepts for Life
Through years of tutoring during my college days, and years of being a coach and mentor during my professional career, I learned that understanding the basic concept is much more important than just knowing how to solve a particular problem. Once...
Through years of tutoring during my college days, and years of being a coach and mentor during my professional career, I learned that understanding the basic concept is much more important than just knowing how to solve a particular problem. Once...
Dr. C. is a truly extraordinary tutor. It is rare that someone with his level of expertise is willing to work as a part-time tutor. If you are interested in help in math, chemistry or physics, I can't imagine that there is a bette... - Marget, 15 lessons with Brian

Near Palo Alto, CA
California’s Top Chess & Guitar Instructor
Chris T. is a nationally renowned scholastic chess coach working in the San Francisco Bay Area. His classes have attracted players of strengths ranging from rank beginners to world champions. A chess professional since 1998, Chris is widely...
Chris T. is a nationally renowned scholastic chess coach working in the San Francisco Bay Area. His classes have attracted players of strengths ranging from rank beginners to world champions. A chess professional since 1998, Chris is widely...

Near Palo Alto, CA
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

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
Enthusiastic STEM tutor with more than 20 years' experience
I have over 20 years’ experience tutoring a wide range of ages and topics. My favorite subjects are biology, chemistry, and math, as well as the strategies involved in test-taking. As a tutor, my biggest strengths are my patience and enthusiasm....
I have over 20 years’ experience tutoring a wide range of ages and topics. My favorite subjects are biology, chemistry, and math, as well as the strategies involved in test-taking. As a tutor, my biggest strengths are my patience and enthusiasm....
Thank you for helping our daughter. It has been wonderful working with you with Chemistry and Math. She is getting a lot out of the lessons - Hart, 11 lessons with Theresa

Near Palo Alto, CA
Microsoft AI Engineer & Cornell Grad For Computer Science Tutoring
My name is Devan Flores and I am a full-time AI software engineer at Microsoft who graduated from the college of engineering at Cornell University. My time at Cornell and past internships at Microsoft has given me valuable and industry specific...
My name is Devan Flores and I am a full-time AI software engineer at Microsoft who graduated from the college of engineering at Cornell University. My time at Cornell and past internships at Microsoft has given me valuable and industry specific...
He is the best CS teacher and deftly addressed the areas of confusion to accelerate learning exponentially. Zero time wasted. He is an expert and has the skill set to teach. Exceeded expectations. Thank you, Devan!! - Julia, 4 lessons with Devan

Near Palo Alto, CA
Computer Science Tutor with Experience as a Senior Software Engineer
Hi! In my experience within the games industry, I've spent many years both honing my software development skills and teaching younger developers both simple and advanced topics. While earning my degree in Computer Science at UC Davis, I taught...
Hi! In my experience within the games industry, I've spent many years both honing my software development skills and teaching younger developers both simple and advanced topics. While earning my degree in Computer Science at UC Davis, I taught...
She is fantastic! I was having a hard time understanding Object-oriented programming with C/C++ and she made sure that I had a clear understanding of what was happening. I really appreciated her patience towards me learning the ma... - Tyler, 26 lessons with Lyra

Palo Alto, CA
STEM and Dyscalculia Specialist! Over 20 Years Experience
I have been tutoring for over 20 years. I tutor K-12 and some college courses. I received my degree in Genetics so I'm great with math and the sciences. I am also great with English and Language Arts. I am a nerd and proud of it! I believe...
I have been tutoring for over 20 years. I tutor K-12 and some college courses. I received my degree in Genetics so I'm great with math and the sciences. I am also great with English and Language Arts. I am a nerd and proud of it! I believe...

Near Palo Alto, CA
Passionate tutor on Computer Science, STEM, standardized testing
Hi everyone! My name is Marilyn, and I'm a Senior at Vanderbilt University studying Computer Science and Medicine Health & Society. Outside of my work in software engineering, I enjoy painting and watching movies. A few notable facts about me:...
Hi everyone! My name is Marilyn, and I'm a Senior at Vanderbilt University studying Computer Science and Medicine Health & Society. Outside of my work in software engineering, I enjoy painting and watching movies. A few notable facts about me:...
Explained the topic I needed help with perfectly. She is efficient with time and gives clear and effective guidance. 10/10 - Artemios

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

Palo Alto, CA
Stanford Lecturer with 15+ Years Teaching Experience
Greetings! My passion for teaching and my love for science have driven me to excel in the world of education. With nearly fifteen years of teaching and tutoring expertise, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record in the world...
Greetings! My passion for teaching and my love for science have driven me to excel in the world of education. With nearly fifteen years of teaching and tutoring expertise, I bring a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record in the world...
Fedja has given support of over 60 tutoring lessons this semester for a course in Dynamics (Engineering Class). He is very patient, knowledgable and works hard to help me understand the material. He has also been very flexible wi... - Taj, 67 lessons with Fedja
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