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CRLA-Certified Academic Tutor | Chemistry • SAT Math • Math
Santanu B.

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I am Santanu, an accomplished mathematics, chemistry, and physics tutor with a strong academic foundation in the mathematical and chemical sciences. I hold a Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics from Trinity College Dublin, Ireland, and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry with a specialization in Molecular Modeling, graduating with First Class Honors.

I am also a CRLA (College Reading and Learning Association) Certified Tutor and previously served as Head Math and Science Tutor at Oakland...

I am Santanu, an accomplished mathematics, chemistry, and physics tutor with a strong academic foundation in the mathematical and chemical sciences. I hold a Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics from Trinity College Dublin, Ireland, and a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry with a specialization in Molecular Modeling, graduating with First Class Honors.

I am also a CRLA (College Reading and Learning Association) Certified Tutor and previously served as Head Math and Science Tutor at Oakland Community College, where I worked with students across multiple academic levels.

With years of tutoring experience spanning elementary, high school, AP, and college coursework, I specialize in challenging STEM subjects, including Mathematics, SAT Math, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physics, AP Chemistry, and AP Calculus.

A Deeper Approach to Learning

My approach goes beyond simply teaching students how to obtain the correct answer. I focus on deep conceptual understanding, analytical reasoning, and developing the confidence to tackle unfamiliar problems.

Every student learns differently, so I provide individualized instruction based on each student's academic background, learning style, and goals. Complex concepts are broken down into clear, logical steps while maintaining the depth and rigor required for advanced coursework.

SAT Math Success

I have extensive experience helping students improve their SAT Math performance. My students have achieved substantial score increases, including students who progressed from the 500s to 700+. I provide targeted resources, focused practice, detailed problem analysis, and a personalized preparation plan designed around each student's strengths, weaknesses, and target score. My goal is not simply to teach SAT strategies, but to build the mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills necessary for consistent performance on challenging questions.

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Education

Trinity College Dublin Republic of Ireland
Math
Trinity College Dublin Republic of Ireland
Masters

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ACT Math

ACT Math

I have tutored several students in the math portion of the ACT. During the first few sessions, I cover all topics tested on the ACT Math section. Then we discuss test taking strategies for the ACT. I periodically have the student take sample ACT exams under timed conditions to gauge their progress.
Algebra 1

Algebra 1

College Reading and Learning Certified Tutor. BS in Mathematics + Chemistry
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

Algebra 2 covers algebra, trigonometry, probability and some statistics. The algebra part focuses on factoring and solving equations. The trigonometry portion focuses on the right triangle and the unit circle. Students also learn how graph trigonometric functions. Basic statistics is also covered, such as how to find the mean, median and mode given a data set. I have strong a expertise in all the topics covered in Algebra 2.
Calculus

Calculus

Calculus is one of my favorite subjects to tutor. I believe in order for a student to succeed in Calculus, they must have a very strong algebra background. In the first session, I review algebra skills the student needs to succeed in calculus. I have tutored students in both single variable calculus and multi-variable calculus.
Chemistry

Chemistry

Chemistry is one the subjects i specialize in. I have tutored both high school students and college students in chemistry. I have prepared several students for the AP Chem exam and also the Chemistry Olympiad. I tutor almost any level of chemistry, ranging from high school chemistry all the way through quantum mechanics.
Organic Chemistry

Organic Chemistry

I have tutored several students in organic chemistry at the college level. I have also prepared students for the Organic Chemistry Section of the MCAT and the DAT. My tutoring approach emphasis the understanding of the concepts rather just memorizing the reactions.
Physics

Physics

General Physics can be though of as being divided into two parts. The first part covers statics,dynamics, newtons laws, fluid mechanics and waves. The second part of physics covers electricity, magnetism and optics. Having a strong background in trigonometry helps in physics. In my first meeting with a student i go over parts of trigonometry the student needs in order to be successful in physics.
Precalculus

Precalculus

Precalculus expands on the topics covered in algebra 2. The concept of the limit is introduced to the student during Precalculus. This is an important concept as it will show up again in more advanced math classes. Trigonometric proofs which a lot of students find challenging are also covered in Precalculus.
SAT Math

SAT Math

I have tutored several students in the math portion of the SAT. During the first few sessions, I cover all topics tested on the SAT Math section. Then we discuss test taking strategies for the SAT. I have created several worksheets that prepare the student for the math section of the SAT. I also have created a list of some classic question types that show up frequently on the math section.
Biology
Elementary Math
Elementary Science
Geometry
Prealgebra
Trigonometry

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Amazing Tutor

Santanu helped me prepare for my organic chemistry final. With his help I ended up getting an A on the final exam. Currently he is preparing me for the dental admissions test.

Sunnie, 10 lessons with Santanu

Amazing tutor

Very patient and great with explaining the fundamentals for my daughter AP Chemistry. He is incredibly patient and takes his time focusing on concepts and applying them to problems.

Bophal, 24 lessons with Santanu

Excellent tutor in Organic Chemistry

He tutored my daughter Organic Chemistry .She was struggling and he he helped her by explaining very well, patiently reviewing concepts and being flexible with his availability.I would recommend him to anyone who's looking for an excellent tutor.

Ruby, 17 lessons with Santanu

Finally the right tutor!

My daughter has tried quite a few tutors on Wyzant and she finished her lesson with Santanu saying that he was great. She finally found a tutor that worked well with her learning style! We will definitely use him again in the future.

Stephanie, 4 lessons with Santanu

excellent. efficient. great help.

excellent. efficient. great help. Best tutor. Learn more with him than in class. Explains things well. Look forward to more sessions before finals.

Anonymous, 4 lessons with Santanu

An Excellent Calculus Tutor - Reliable, Friendly and Knows the Material!

My 10th grade son has been tutoring with Santanu in person for many months to help with pre-calculus. My son was struggling in his pre-calc class, and is now getting in the upper 80's and 90's on homework, quizes and tests, and this is all due to Santanu's help. Santanu is able to work with my son to learn the material in a more comprehensible way, which has been so helpful. We already have several sessions in place for our senior who will be tutoring with Santanu before he takes the AP Calc BC test this spring. 100% 5-stars from our end.

Barb, 15 lessons with Santanu

Knowledgeable and patient tutor

Santanu was great! Very glad we had the recommendation to see him. He was very patient and helped my kids with their questions on math and chemistry. We will be booking another session for my daughter.

Rebekah, 1 lesson with Santanu

Knows Chemistry very well

We went over concepts and i was able to understand in a very short amount of time!! I am looking forward to mastering chemistry

Hannah, 1 lesson with Santanu

Personalble

Both my sons tutored with Santanu. They needed help with chemistry. They enjoyed their sessions and the knowledge Santanu shared about chemistry. I will book again.

Terrona , 1 lesson with Santanu

Very helpful

My son saw Shan and thought he was great. It helped him understand through some of the difficulties he was experiencing. He plans to see him again. Thank you Shan!

Sandy, 1 lesson with Santanu
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