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MS Physics, Experienced Math/Physics Teacher
Joshua S.

153 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $70
Response time: 51 minutes

About Joshua


Bio

Hi! My name is Josh and I have my Bachelors and Masters in Engineering Physics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. I have a concentration in Spacecraft Systems and minors in Astronomy and Applied Mathematics. I've been a professional math tutor for over 10 years and have experience tutoring all levels of math. I've tutored at Saint Petersburg College, Mathnasium, Embry-Riddle, and private practice. In addition, I’ve been an adjunct professor in Physics 2, Physics 1 online lab, and...

Hi! My name is Josh and I have my Bachelors and Masters in Engineering Physics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. I have a concentration in Spacecraft Systems and minors in Astronomy and Applied Mathematics. I've been a professional math tutor for over 10 years and have experience tutoring all levels of math. I've tutored at Saint Petersburg College, Mathnasium, Embry-Riddle, and private practice. In addition, I’ve been an adjunct professor in Physics 2, Physics 1 online lab, and Physics 2 online lab at Saint Pete College. I currently work as a high school teacher where I teach AP Physics C (Mechanics and E&M), AP stats, Calculus, and physics.

Everyone learns differently but everyone is taught the same way. This easily sparks into pure frustration of trying and failing to understand something. The product -- lack of motivation and strong disinterest for learning. From tutoring elementary, middle, high schoolers, and college students, I see it all the time. However, having someone who can help speak and explain something confusing in simple terms makes all the difference in the world. Instilling a conformable learning environment and working until I see the "Aha" expression is what I love doing and will continue to do.

In addition to the official topics listed, I can tutor vector calculus, partial differential equations, Modern Physics, Classical Mechanics, and Electricity and Magnetism

If interested, please reach out to me! I will do my best to respond in a timely matter.


Education

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Engineering Physics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Masters
  • Licensed teacher

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $70
  • Rate details: **Minimum lesson charge will be for 1hr **30% off per student for groups of 2 or more working on the same topic **For in-person tutoring, average travel time will be charged a pro-rated amount
  • Lesson cancellation: 6 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 2/25/2025

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Calculus

Calculus

I have a Masters in Engineering Physics and have tutored Calculus 1,2,3 DiffyQ + Partial Differential Equations at Saint Petersburg College and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and in private practice for a total of over 10 years. Calculus 1 and 2 specifically, I taught 4 nights a week at Embry-Riddle for 2 years as a Supplemental Instruction teacher. I currently teach AP Calculus BC and Calculus-based AP Physics in high-school
Electrical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

I've taken a variety of college classes in EE including Electricity and Magnetism, Electrical Engineering Fundamentals, and Microprocessors. I currently teach a calculus-based AP Physics class in Electricity and Magnetism in high-school. I've also taught and made curriculum for a College's Physics 2 lab
MATLAB

MATLAB

I've used MATLAB heavily throughout both undergrad and grad courses including: Numerical Analysis, Spacecraft Dynamics, Electro-Optical Engineering, Astronomy, Controls, Planetary Science, and Senior Design. A large portion of my current thesis is MATLAB based and I've helped my undergrad and grad friends for the past 3 years use MATLAB, sharing the secretes of this overpowered calculator. I've worked on projects such as: visible satellite predictions, orbit visualization, meteoroid impact visualizations, non-linear controls, open-loop simulations, and spectrographic analysis (astronomy) covering disciplines from Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering to Space and Astrophysics.
Physics

Physics

I have my BS and MS in Engineering Physics and teach high school physics, calculus, AP Stats, AP Physics C: Mechanics, and AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism. I taught Physics 1 and 2 at Saint Pete College and taught Physics 3 labs at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. I've been tutoring physics for 8+ years
Quantum Physics

Quantum Physics

I have my BS and MS in Engineering Physics. I took quantum mechanics in my undergrad and got pretty good at solving partial differential equations, ha. I've also tutored quantum before and have tutored physics and math for over 10 years
Algebra 1
Algebra 2
Astronomy
Differential Equations
Geometry
Prealgebra
Precalculus
SAT Math
Statistics
Trigonometry

Examples of Expertise


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Ratings and Reviews


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Helpful and super kind!

Joshua’s tutoring style is the best! He is friendly and patient, and he makes sure you understand a concept before moving on to the next. He is insanely knowledgeable and passionate about the subject and helping students learn! :)

Cheney, 2 lessons with Joshua

Lifesaver for AP Physics C Mechanics

Joshua immediately helped my son feel comfortable in the online tutoring setting and was able to both encourage him and give him the tools to understand the material. We did almost daily sessions during his Spring Break to help boost his confidence and it worked! He wants to continue to work with Joshua through the remainder of the school year. Joshua gave him his own resources and practice problems to work through and was extremely patient and encouraging. Highly recommend!

Tyra, 20 lessons with Joshua

Lifesaver for AP Physics C Mechanics

Joshua immediately helped my son feel comfortable in the online tutoring setting and was able to both encourage him and give him the tools to understand the material. We did almost daily sessions during his Spring Break to help boost his confidence and it worked! He wants to continue to work with Joshua through the remainder of the school year. Joshua gave him his own resources and practice problems to work through and was extremely patient and encouraging. Highly recommend!

Tyra, 20 lessons with Joshua

terrific

Excellent tutor!!! I understood the concepts by the end of our session and now feel caught up. Thanks so much for your help

Jennifer , 2 lessons with Joshua

Great Teacher

Joshua is a really great teacher . He’s very patient and he helped me every step of the way and very understanding. I’m definitely going back for another session !!!!😁😁😁

Danielle, 4 lessons with Joshua

Great tutor, knowledgeable in Physics

Joshua did a great job explaining topics in detail, topics that my professor glanced over. Joshua was able to jump right in and start helping immediately. I will certainly be reaching out to him for future lessons.

Karl, 1 lesson with Joshua

excellent teacher!

Joshua was great at explaining the material in a way that I could understand! He was very patient, even when I asked him to back track his steps so I could see the method again! 10/10 would recommend!!

Louise, 1 lesson with Joshua

OAR Prep - Mathematics and Mechanics

Fist session of many to prepare for the OAR Exam. Joshua walked me through complex word problems, reviewed basic math principles I had forgotten, taught me ones I never knew, and some general test taking strategies.

Vanessa, 10 lessons with Joshua

Very knowledgeable!

We went over physics concepts, and he helped me work out some problems I had a hard time solving. He was patient with me, so we were able to slowly go over concepts. Great tutor!

Berkana, 1 lesson with Joshua

Great help!

Joshua helped my son review for his algebra final. He was very prompt, courteous and knowledgeable. He was great! We would love to have his help again. He was very down to earth and could talk to my son on his level.

Kathleen, 1 lesson with Joshua
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