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AP Physics 1 & 2, IB Physics. Engineer with 30 years teaching Physics
Peter M.

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Hourly Rate: $80
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About Peter


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I spent ten years as an engineer in the Power Production industry.

I have been a physics teacher for the past 30 years.

I will work to engineer your mind and impart the knowledge, skills & abilities needed to add physics to your toolbox and enhance your odds of success in your further pursuits. I am experienced in the identification of misconceptions, adapting to individual learning styles, building on strengths while shoring up weaknesses.
It is my passion and has a different...

I spent ten years as an engineer in the Power Production industry.

I have been a physics teacher for the past 30 years.

I will work to engineer your mind and impart the knowledge, skills & abilities needed to add physics to your toolbox and enhance your odds of success in your further pursuits. I am experienced in the identification of misconceptions, adapting to individual learning styles, building on strengths while shoring up weaknesses.
It is my passion and has a different approach for each student.

Now that I have retired from teaching in the classroom, I want to continue to offer the breadth of my experience to students that have a passionate interest in and/or are struggling with physics.

I am a certified AP Physics 1 & 2, University of Connecticut Early College Experience (ECE) instructor and have my Connecticut teaching certification in Physics and General Science.

Quote from a former student:
"Then in my junior year I enrolled in what I thought was to be just another science class, but my first year of physics was to change how I viewed my education. That year I was doubly blessed. I obtained my first taste of the world of physics, the field which I now plan to pursue. And, of equal importance, I was scheduled under one of the best teachers that I have had the ability to study under, Mr. Moore. It was his teaching that allowed me to learn the importance of the concept rather than the procedure. As soon as I actually grasped this lesson, everything became vastly simpler. Instead of learning a plethora of formulas that, for all that I knew, could have been plucked from thin air, all that became necessary was learning a few basic relationships and then applying them. One concept took the place of a dozen memorized facts. My grades improved and I began to enjoy the process of education. It became quite a lot of fun to actually understand something new nearly every day. I had to study less, and was still able to meet my own expectations."


Education

Purdue
BS Nuclear Engineering
University of Massachusetts
EdD
  • Licensed teacher

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Examples of Expertise


Peter has provided examples of their subject expertise by answering 26 questions submitted by students on Wyzant’s Ask an Expert.

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Brilliant and responsible tutor

Mr. Moore is a brilliant and responsible tutor. He is always willing to prepare ahead before the tutoring session and communicate after the session, while a lot of tutors aren’t doing neither nowadays. We were very happy to be able to find Mr. Moore after trial lessons with a few other tutors. As a retired high school Physics teacher, Mr. Moore is truly experienced in the Physics curriculum as well as teaching skills. When my daughter is confused with basic IB physics concepts or practice questions, Mr. Moore always helps her out with great patience and knowledge. We recommend Mr. M. to every student who needs help on Physics.

Qidan, 7 lessons with Peter

Very encouraging and generous with his time

Peter worked with my child on the first unit of AP Physics1. He provided postive feedback and went over time just so they could finish the FRQ they were working on. Thank you!

Gigi, 1 lesson with Peter

Great Physics Teacher

My student liked that Peter approached the lessons in a problem solving approach vs a lecture. It made Physics applicable. Peter leverages the student’s strengths and interests to connect the dots with the physics lesson, very effective!

Mei, 5 lessons with Peter

Very engaging tutor

My son was taking Honors Physics. At some moment he asked for additional help with it. By luck we chose Peter. According to my son Peter was very well prepared for each lesson, really nice, kind, and very patient with him. Peter's lessons were well structured and clear to him. The lessons helped my son with understanding but also made him more confident in his knowledge. As a parent I was extremely impressed by Peter's very well written and detailed reviews. Peter would not only describe each lesson's topic, but also my son's overall behavior and engament during the lessons.

Yulia, 10 lessons with Peter

Very engaging tutor

My son was taking Honors Physics. At some moment he asked for additional help with it. By luck we chose Peter. According to my son Peter was very well prepared for each lesson, really nice, kind, and very patient with him. Peter's lessons were well structured and clear to him. The lessons helped my son with understanding but also made him more confident in his knowledge. As a parent I was extremely impressed by Peter's very well written and detailed reviews. Peter would not only describe each lesson's topic, but also my son's overall behavior and engament during the lessons.

Yulia, 10 lessons with Peter

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Here is my son's review: "Mr. Moore is a great physics tutor. He explains things in a way that makes sense, even when the topics are tough. He has a good sense of humor, which makes learning more fun, but he still gets the point across clearly. He is patient and never makes you feel bad for asking questions. In fact, he encourages dialogue and questions. I started tutoring with him in August 2024 in preparation for my AP Physics class to be proactive on the urging of my mother. I am so glad I did. He helped me the entire year of my 10th grade right up to the AP Physics exam I recently took May 16, 2025. Thanks to him, I feel much more confident in physics. I definitely recommend him." Shayne J.E. D, Rising High School Junior Here is mine: "I hired Peter to work with my son in preparation for his AP Physics class, which he chose to take in 10th grade. Wanting to be proactive and set him up for absolute success, I told him I'd found a tutor who is a physics enthusiast, a certified teacher, and someone with real world experience. We began sessions a month before school started, in August 2024, meeting once a week and worked with him the entire school year. Peter was incredibly through, clear, and concise. After each session, he provided a detailed summary of what they had covered. While I didn't always understand the content myself, it was clear that my son did -- and that's what mattered. He also recorded each session, which gave my son the ability to review the material whenever he needed to. Peter was always professional, patient, and kind. Knowing that my son is a baseball player -- a pitcher -- Peter frequently used baseball analogies to help explain complex physics concepts. He often said, "Baseball and physics go hand-in-hand," and this approach really helped my son connect with the material. Peter found common ground with my son through baseball and used that connection to make physics not just understandable, but enjoyable. He truly embodies what it means to be an outstanding physics teacher. I highly recommend Peter Moore to any parent who wants their child to gain a clear understanding of physics and excel -- especially when it comes time to take the AP Physics exam at the end of the year!" Yvonne G, mother to AP Physics Student,10th Grade

Yvonne, 44 lessons with Peter

Amazing tutor

He has enough mcq and frq to help you with all topics, and can think of ways to explain difficult subjects that will help you understand

Ryan, 3 lessons with Peter

explanations were great!

Peter always takes the time to clearly explain topics I needed to review to prepare for my exam. My proficiency levels have greatly increased. Thanks!

Robert, 2 lessons with Peter

explanations were great!

Peter really took the time to clearly explain things we covered. My confidence in this section of study is certainly strengthened. Thanks!

Robert, 2 lessons with Peter

Excellent Tutor

Helped my daughter, who has little to no experience with physics, understand and build confidence in the subject. Was patient and supportive while at the same time efficiently moving through material. Took time to review my daughter’s syllabus and homework questions beforehand and prep material for her in advance. You will be more than pleased with his services.

Kiara, 20 lessons with Peter
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