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Physics Ph.D., professional, easygoing, 11,000+ hours tutoring physics
Steven W.

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NOTE: Due to my new job, I have had to limit my availability for tutoring to a smaller number of hours starting in Fall 2025. Other times, besides my listed ones, can be done by special arrangement with me.

Take advantage of my expertise, but without the Expertise Effect!

(Expertise Effect: where teachers experienced in a subject forget what it is like to encounter the material for the first time)

-- I have organized and taught introductory physics in many classes (both with...

NOTE: Due to my new job, I have had to limit my availability for tutoring to a smaller number of hours starting in Fall 2025. Other times, besides my listed ones, can be done by special arrangement with me.

Take advantage of my expertise, but without the Expertise Effect!

(Expertise Effect: where teachers experienced in a subject forget what it is like to encounter the material for the first time)

-- I have organized and taught introductory physics in many classes (both with and without calculus), and *specialize* in presenting this material (in preview), from the ground up, as it would be seen in a class
-- I have thorough experience with all introductory subjects, so I am VERY comfortable presenting this information in a class-like format (perfect for review or preparation for ANY AP Exam)
-- I have honed and developed (from the many questions I have been asked by students over the years) the best ways to make even tricky physics topics easier to grasp, and make problems easier to solve.
-- AND I remember what it was like to see physics for the first time

I am currently the physics teacher at Hollis-Brookline High School in New Hampshire. I have recent college teaching experience at Southern New Hampshire University, Bridgewater State University in Massachusetts and Daniel Webster College in New Hampshire.

I work at all levels of fundamental physics: AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, AP Physics C (Mechanics and EM), IB Physics, General Physics I, General Physics II, and Modern Physics.

My goal in tutoring, that I think will help students most, is giving what I call a "visceral" understanding of the material. What *is* moment of inertia? What *is* electric potential, and why is it used? What *is* flux, and why is it so important? More than just defining concept with formulas, I try to give them context and meaning. This gives students something to "grab onto," so that the variables in the formulas start to exist not just as numbers but as things in the world.

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Education

University of Michigan (B.S., highest honors)
Physics
University of Wisconsin - Madison (Physics)
Masters
University of Wisconsin - Madison (Physics)
PhD

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Approved Subjects

Algebra 1

Algebra 1

Two semesters teaching Introductory Algebra and Trigonometry at Nashua Community College (NH); (Spring and Summer 2015)
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

I have experience of two semesters teaching Introductory Algebra at Nashua Community College (NH); (Spring and Summer 2015).
Astronomy

Astronomy

I have twice taught astronomy at the college level, and my distributed minor in graduate school was in astronomy. I also have hundreds of hours of astronomy tutoring experience to date.
Physics

Physics

I have CURRENT college teaching experience over the last two years, planning and leading introductory physics classes (both calculus- and algebra-based; the kind of material that shows up in AP and Honors Physics Classes) at Southern New Hampshire University and previous teaching experience at -- Bridgewater State University (MA) -- The University of Wisconsin - Whitewater -- Daniel Webster College (NH)
Precalculus

Precalculus

Have taught Introductory Algebra and Trigonometry at Nashua Community College in Spring and Summer 2015.
Trigonometry

Trigonometry

I have two semesters of experience teaching Trigonometry at Nashua Community College (Spring & Summer 2015). I taught right triangle trigonometry and identities, along with how to convert values between quadrants using reference angles.

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Easy to understand and patient AP Physics C tutor.

My son was hesitant to try a physics tutor because it seemed like one more commitment in his busy schedule. But, by the second session he is totally on board. He says Steven is much better at explaining topics than his current teacher. He realizes that he is saving time in the long run by getting any questions answered real-time and completes his homework and studying more efficiently. Steven is clearly an expert in both physics and teaching. So far he is able to jump right into any topic and point out anything my son is missing.

Jessica, 5 lessons with Steven

Great instructor

He gave quick/thorough and easy to understand explanations for any questions I had. Would definitely recommend to any person that needs a bit of help with physics

Nabil, 1 lesson with Steven

Quick response and great help

My daughter needed last minute help and we scheduled with him for same day tutoring help. Mr. Steven did a great job explaining concepts and helping her understand her homework assignment. He helped her figure out the process and how to attack the problem.

Jennifer, 1 lesson with Steven

Great teacher

Excellent teacher, very patient and intelligent and knows all about AP curriculum and topics, both in mechanic and in dynamics

UDIT, 86 lessons with Steven

Great teacher

Excellent teacher, very patient and intelligent and knows all about AP curriculum and topics, both in mechanic and in dynamics

UDIT, 86 lessons with Steven

Great teacher

Excellent teacher, very patient and intelligent and knows all about AP curriculum and topics, both in mechanic and in dynamics

UDIT, 86 lessons with Steven

Great teacher

Excellent teacher, very patient and intelligent and knows all about AP curriculum and topics, both in mechanic and in dynamics

UDIT, 86 lessons with Steven

Great Teacher

Steven explained physics concepts is a very understandable way that allowed my daughter to perform significantly better for the exams. He is a great teacher and I would recommend him for all physics classes.

Lakshmi, 1 lesson with Steven

Great teacher

Excellent teacher, very patient and intelligent and knows all about AP curriculum and topics, both in mechanic and in dynamics

UDIT, 86 lessons with Steven

Excellent Instructor.

He is a really great tutor and allows students to problem solve on their own with guided assistance. I would strongly recommend as a tutor.

Addison, 11 lessons with Steven
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