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CRLA Certified Tutor specializing in Chemistry, Math and Physics
Santanu B.

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Hi my name is Santanu, I have a master's degree in applied mathematics from Trinity College(Dublin Ireland) ,with a minor in chemistry and physics. I am a CRLA ( College Reading and Learning Association) certified tutor and held the position of head math and science tutor at Oakland Community College. I have several years of experience in tutoring chemistry, math and physics. I have tutored students ranging from elementary school level to college level. My teaching style involves detailed...

Hi my name is Santanu, I have a master's degree in applied mathematics from Trinity College(Dublin Ireland) ,with a minor in chemistry and physics. I am a CRLA ( College Reading and Learning Association) certified tutor and held the position of head math and science tutor at Oakland Community College. I have several years of experience in tutoring chemistry, math and physics. I have tutored students ranging from elementary school level to college level. My teaching style involves detailed explanation of the concepts prior to application. I enjoy working with students and helping make difficult subjects possible to learn.One advantage of tutoring is the opportunity to customize your teaching style to the student. This is what I do as a tutor.I am looking forward to sharing my experience and knowledge with you. The classes I have tutored include: Chemistry, AP Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, AP Biology, Physics, Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-calculus, Calculus 1, 2, 3, and Differentials Equations.


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Trinity College Dublin Republic of Ireland
Math
Trinity College Dublin Republic of Ireland
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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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Shan definitely has the gift of understanding and gives his gift to his students

This summer, I found out late in the short semester that my son was flunking his summer school Chemistry class- the one and last class he needed to pass in order to graduate High School. In desperation I started contacted a lot of tutors, but unfortunately they all declined stating it was probably too late for them to do any good. That is, all except Shan! Who said "it's never too late to try". With only 2 weeks left of school, Shan took up the challenge that scared the other tutors away, and was successful in turning my son's test grades around from earlier E's to B's on his last 2 and final tests to help him earn enough points to pass the class to graduate. He was just fantastic with my son, and definitely earned my respect. I just couldn't thank him enough! I only wish I had started him tutoring my son years ago. There wouldn't have been any need for my son to attend summer school, that's for sure. I believe he would have been on the honor roll instead.

Joe, 5 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.

Jen, 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

Great teacher

Santanu B. is a great tutor and a stellar explainer. He was able to allow me to fully comprehend the material I struggled with in my Physics class.

Marya, 2 lessons with Santanu

Prepared, friendly

My son attends an IB school. Shan was prepared, friendly and professional. He dove right into the content and was able to spontaneously create original problems which provided a diversity to the material my son appreciated. Highly recommended!

Julie, 2 lessons with Santanu

No longer stuck

I am an adult currently taking a class and was absolutely “stuck” for 3 weeks on a scientific concept with a test approaching. Santanu made everything clear and where it made sense to me in a matter of 10 minutes! We went over various examples until I was able to work though practice equations on my own. My confidence shot up!!

Adrienne, 1 lesson with Santanu
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