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Sam K.

Experienced Math and Physics Tutor - Northwestern and Stanford Grad

Experienced Math and Physics Tutor - Northwestern and Stanford Grad

$40/hour

4.9 (378 ratings)

  • 1,835 hours tutoring

  • Oregon, WI 53575

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I love tutoring math to students at all levels from elementary math through college level calculus as well as physics and general chemistry. My goal is to make learning an enjoyable experience for my students, working to help them reach their full potential. I have the ability to make what seems difficult and complex easily understood.

My experience includes tutoring at the Omega School in Madison plus over 700 hours tutoring with WyzAnt.

I received my BS from Northwestern University with...

I love tutoring math to students at all levels from elementary math through college level calculus as well as physics and general chemistry. My goal is to make learning an enjoyable experience for my students, working to help them reach their full potential. I have the ability to make what seems difficult and complex easily understood.

My experience includes tutoring at the Omega School in Madison plus over 700 hours tutoring with WyzAnt.

I received my BS from Northwestern University with Highest Distinction in engineering with the equivalent of a math major. I also have an MS degree in engineering from Stanford and an MBA from Harvard.

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Education

Northwestern University
Engineering
Stanford University
Masters
Harvard Business School
MBA

Policies

  • Hourly rate: $40
  • Rate details: I charge $50 for in-person lessons and $40 online.
  • Tutor’s lessons: In-person and online
  • Travel policy: Within 40 miles of Oregon, WI 53575
  • Lesson cancellation: 2 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 6/3/2017

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Subjects

Business

Business,

Business

I am a Harvard MBA and have been CEO of three organizations.
Finance,

Finance

I concentrated in Finance and Manufacturing at Harvard and have since been CEO of three companies, and I currently serve as Treasurer and Chair of the Finance Committee for a large not for profit organization. I tutor Finance both online nationally and in person locally with students at the University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Microsoft Excel,

Microsoft Excel

I have been using Microsoft Excel in my business since it was first introduced and Lotus 123 before that.
Financial Accounting, GRE, Managerial Accounting

Computer

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel

I have been using Microsoft Excel in my business since it was first introduced and Lotus 123 before that.

Corporate Training

Business,

Business

I am a Harvard MBA and have been CEO of three organizations.
Finance,

Finance

I concentrated in Finance and Manufacturing at Harvard and have since been CEO of three companies, and I currently serve as Treasurer and Chair of the Finance Committee for a large not for profit organization. I tutor Finance both online nationally and in person locally with students at the University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Microsoft Excel,

Microsoft Excel

I have been using Microsoft Excel in my business since it was first introduced and Lotus 123 before that.
Statistics,

Statistics

I have successfully tutored Statistics both online and in person. I recently completed a refresher course in Statistics at the University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Grammar

Elementary Education

Elementary Math,

Elementary Math

I have very successfully worked with many middle school students to improve their elementary math skills. My goal is always to improve their confidence in the subject and help them learn to enjoy math.
Elementary Science,

Elementary Science

I have worked with many middle school students to help them successfully improve their elementary science skills.
Grammar

English

Grammar

Homeschool

Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

In teaching Advanced Algebra and Precalculus, I cover the following topics with the student: 1.Review of Word Problems and Dimensional Analysis 2.Linear and Quadratic Functions 3.Polynomial and Rational Functions 4.Exponential and Logarithmic Functions Including e, the Bases of the Natural Logarithm 5.Sequences and Series 6.Complex Numbers 7.Trigonometric Functions 8.Introduction to Differential and Integral Calculus Where possible, I use the student's own text book as this basis for teaching the above. Otherwise, I can provide teaching material.
Calculus,

Calculus

Prior to beginning Calculus, I review the student's understanding of geometry, advanced algebra, polynomials, and trigonometry. We then move to: 1. the derivative and applications involving the derivative 2. the integral and applications involving the integral 3. exponential and logarithmic functions including the natural logarithm 4. trigonometric and hyperbolic functions. I use the student's own text book and tailor my tutoring to the student's needs.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

I have tutored many online Chemistry students, AP Chemistry students from local high schools and college level Chemistry with students at the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Madison College.
Geometry,

Geometry

I have successfully tutored many Geometry students from local high schools. I have also tutored Analytic Geometry with students at the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Madison College.
Physics,

Physics

I have tutored many Physics students online as well as AP Physics students from local high schools and Advanced Physics students from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Madison College.
Precalculus,

Precalculus

Prior to beginning Pre-Calculus, I review the student's understanding of geometry, advanced algebra, polynomials, coordinate geometry and graphical analysis and trigonometry. We then move to: 1. exponential and logarithmic functions including the natural logarithm. 2. trigonometric and hyperbolic functions. 3. the derivative and applications involving the derivative 4. the integral and applications involving the integral. I use the student's own text book along with materials that I have used successfully in the past and tailor my tutoring to the student's needs.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

I have my SAT Math students work from sample SAT Math tests. We can then determine those area that are giving difficulty for us to explore further.
Statistics,

Statistics

I have successfully tutored Statistics both online and in person. I recently completed a refresher course in Statistics at the University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Algebra 1, Prealgebra

Math

ACT Math,

ACT Math

To help my students prepare for math portion of the ACT, I have them work with sample ACT Math tests. I can then determine those areas that are giving them difficulty for us to explore further.
Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

In teaching Advanced Algebra and Precalculus, I cover the following topics with the student: 1.Review of Word Problems and Dimensional Analysis 2.Linear and Quadratic Functions 3.Polynomial and Rational Functions 4.Exponential and Logarithmic Functions Including e, the Bases of the Natural Logarithm 5.Sequences and Series 6.Complex Numbers 7.Trigonometric Functions 8.Introduction to Differential and Integral Calculus Where possible, I use the student's own text book as this basis for teaching the above. Otherwise, I can provide teaching material.
Calculus,

Calculus

Prior to beginning Calculus, I review the student's understanding of geometry, advanced algebra, polynomials, and trigonometry. We then move to: 1. the derivative and applications involving the derivative 2. the integral and applications involving the integral 3. exponential and logarithmic functions including the natural logarithm 4. trigonometric and hyperbolic functions. I use the student's own text book and tailor my tutoring to the student's needs.
Geometry,

Geometry

I have successfully tutored many Geometry students from local high schools. I have also tutored Analytic Geometry with students at the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Madison College.
Mechanical Engineering,

Mechanical Engineering

I hold a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Northwestern University that I received with Highest Distinction. I also have an MS in Engineering Mechanics from Stanford University. I have managed an engineering department and have been involved throughout my career with the design, manufacture and sale of engineered products.
Physics,

Physics

I have tutored many Physics students online as well as AP Physics students from local high schools and Advanced Physics students from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Madison College.
Precalculus,

Precalculus

Prior to beginning Pre-Calculus, I review the student's understanding of geometry, advanced algebra, polynomials, coordinate geometry and graphical analysis and trigonometry. We then move to: 1. exponential and logarithmic functions including the natural logarithm. 2. trigonometric and hyperbolic functions. 3. the derivative and applications involving the derivative 4. the integral and applications involving the integral. I use the student's own text book along with materials that I have used successfully in the past and tailor my tutoring to the student's needs.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

I have my SAT Math students work from sample SAT Math tests. We can then determine those area that are giving difficulty for us to explore further.
Statistics,

Statistics

I have successfully tutored Statistics both online and in person. I recently completed a refresher course in Statistics at the University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Trigonometry,

Trigonometry

I have successfully tutored Trigonometry with many students from local high schools. I have also tutored Advanced Trigonometry with students at the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Madison college.
Algebra 1, Prealgebra

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Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

In teaching Advanced Algebra and Precalculus, I cover the following topics with the student: 1.Review of Word Problems and Dimensional Analysis 2.Linear and Quadratic Functions 3.Polynomial and Rational Functions 4.Exponential and Logarithmic Functions Including e, the Bases of the Natural Logarithm 5.Sequences and Series 6.Complex Numbers 7.Trigonometric Functions 8.Introduction to Differential and Integral Calculus Where possible, I use the student's own text book as this basis for teaching the above. Otherwise, I can provide teaching material.
Calculus,

Calculus

Prior to beginning Calculus, I review the student's understanding of geometry, advanced algebra, polynomials, and trigonometry. We then move to: 1. the derivative and applications involving the derivative 2. the integral and applications involving the integral 3. exponential and logarithmic functions including the natural logarithm 4. trigonometric and hyperbolic functions. I use the student's own text book and tailor my tutoring to the student's needs.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

I have tutored many online Chemistry students, AP Chemistry students from local high schools and college level Chemistry with students at the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Madison College.
Geometry,

Geometry

I have successfully tutored many Geometry students from local high schools. I have also tutored Analytic Geometry with students at the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Madison College.
Physics,

Physics

I have tutored many Physics students online as well as AP Physics students from local high schools and Advanced Physics students from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Madison College.
Precalculus,

Precalculus

Prior to beginning Pre-Calculus, I review the student's understanding of geometry, advanced algebra, polynomials, coordinate geometry and graphical analysis and trigonometry. We then move to: 1. exponential and logarithmic functions including the natural logarithm. 2. trigonometric and hyperbolic functions. 3. the derivative and applications involving the derivative 4. the integral and applications involving the integral. I use the student's own text book along with materials that I have used successfully in the past and tailor my tutoring to the student's needs.
Statistics,

Statistics

I have successfully tutored Statistics both online and in person. I recently completed a refresher course in Statistics at the University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Algebra 1, Prealgebra

Other

Finance

Finance

I concentrated in Finance and Manufacturing at Harvard and have since been CEO of three companies, and I currently serve as Treasurer and Chair of the Finance Committee for a large not for profit organization. I tutor Finance both online nationally and in person locally with students at the University of Wisconsin - Madison.

Science

ACT Science,

ACT Science

I have my ACT Science students work with sample ACT Science tests. I can then determine those areas that are giving them difficulty for us to explore further.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

I have tutored many online Chemistry students, AP Chemistry students from local high schools and college level Chemistry with students at the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Madison College.
Mechanical Engineering,

Mechanical Engineering

I hold a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Northwestern University that I received with Highest Distinction. I also have an MS in Engineering Mechanics from Stanford University. I have managed an engineering department and have been involved throughout my career with the design, manufacture and sale of engineered products.
Physics

Physics

I have tutored many Physics students online as well as AP Physics students from local high schools and Advanced Physics students from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Madison College.

Summer

Algebra 2,

Algebra 2

In teaching Advanced Algebra and Precalculus, I cover the following topics with the student: 1.Review of Word Problems and Dimensional Analysis 2.Linear and Quadratic Functions 3.Polynomial and Rational Functions 4.Exponential and Logarithmic Functions Including e, the Bases of the Natural Logarithm 5.Sequences and Series 6.Complex Numbers 7.Trigonometric Functions 8.Introduction to Differential and Integral Calculus Where possible, I use the student's own text book as this basis for teaching the above. Otherwise, I can provide teaching material.
Calculus,

Calculus

Prior to beginning Calculus, I review the student's understanding of geometry, advanced algebra, polynomials, and trigonometry. We then move to: 1. the derivative and applications involving the derivative 2. the integral and applications involving the integral 3. exponential and logarithmic functions including the natural logarithm 4. trigonometric and hyperbolic functions. I use the student's own text book and tailor my tutoring to the student's needs.
Chemistry,

Chemistry

I have tutored many online Chemistry students, AP Chemistry students from local high schools and college level Chemistry with students at the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Madison College.
GED,

GED

I have tutored many students who are preparing for their GED tests at the Omega School in Madison, WI.
Geometry,

Geometry

I have successfully tutored many Geometry students from local high schools. I have also tutored Analytic Geometry with students at the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Madison College.
Physics,

Physics

I have tutored many Physics students online as well as AP Physics students from local high schools and Advanced Physics students from the University of Wisconsin - Madison and Madison College.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

I have my SAT Math students work from sample SAT Math tests. We can then determine those area that are giving difficulty for us to explore further.
Statistics,

Statistics

I have successfully tutored Statistics both online and in person. I recently completed a refresher course in Statistics at the University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Algebra 1

Test Preparation

ACT Math,

ACT Math

To help my students prepare for math portion of the ACT, I have them work with sample ACT Math tests. I can then determine those areas that are giving them difficulty for us to explore further.
ACT Science,

ACT Science

I have my ACT Science students work with sample ACT Science tests. I can then determine those areas that are giving them difficulty for us to explore further.
ASVAB,

ASVAB

I have my ASVAB students work with sample ASVAB tests in those areas that they need to learn. We can then determine which areas that are giving them difficulty for us to explore further.
GED,

GED

I have tutored many students who are preparing for their GED tests at the Omega School in Madison, WI.
MCAT,

MCAT

I am skilled in tutoring math, physics and general chemistry. I have 300 hours of WyzAnt tutoring experience in these subjects plus prior tutoring of math, science and verbal reasoning at a school in Madison. I am also familiar with life science having worked in the medical products industry for fourteen years.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

I have my SAT Math students work from sample SAT Math tests. We can then determine those area that are giving difficulty for us to explore further.
GRE

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Ratings and Reviews

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A great help!

Sam is very responsive and friendly to our tutoring requests. He is extremely competent in his knowledge of the subject matter.

Alicia, 1 lesson with Sam

Excellent Teacher and Very Knowledgeable

Sam taught me some managerial and financial accounting. He got right to the problem and explained in detail everything I asked a question on. I will be using him again.

John, 1 lesson with Sam

Great tutor

Helped me a lot in understanding the Gordon Growth Model and calculations. Walked me through the work needed to get to the proper answer. Will schedule another lesson with him

Matthew, 2 lessons with Sam

Knowledgeable and Patient

Mr. K. knows finance like a calculator, spends his time making sure you know the material and works with your schedule. I would use him again! Whether it's Finance, Physics, Calculus or Chemistry, he is truly a renaissance man and has a good grasp of the subjects he teaches/tutors.

Albert, 1 lesson with Sam

Extremely well prepared, knowledgeable, great tutor!

Mr. Sam was willing and able to meet with us on short notice to help my daughter with some Chemistry concepts that needed clarifying. He was well prepared, very easy to work and very knowledgeable on the subject matter. My daughter felt much more prepared for the class after just one tutoring session. Sam's wisdom and years of experience are extremely valuable; he was able to break down the material in a way that was easy to understand and therefore easy to apply. I felt a great sense of relief knowing that my daughter had additional support outside of the university setting. In my opinion, Sam is one of the most impressive tutors that we have worked with and I would highly recommend him!

Susan, 2 lessons with Sam

Patient ISEE Tutoring

Sam is helping my daughter study for the ISEE high school math test. Sam has helped her greatly in understanding the problems and how to think about answering the questions. He is patient while being direct, getting to the main point quickly. Would recommend him highly.

Kent, 6 lessons with Sam

Very knowledgeable

Sam was very patient during our session. He has a vast knowledge of financial concepts. He knows several ways to answer problems. He's a good tutor.

Toussaint, 1 lesson with Sam

Help with Financial Management

EAC, IRR, NPV for coursework! Assisted in explaining how I was utilizing the on-line financial calculator improperly which resulted in wrong results. Sam has a calming impact on the most frustrating of equations and everything makes more sense when you have someone to read the steps along with you; your mistakes stand out more readily and you are able to see how to improve.

Darlene, 2 lessons with Sam

Very knowledgeable

Sam, reliable and on time. Helped me through my homework assignment and was patient to explain whenever I had questions. Also made sure I understood the work that he did. Highly recommend!

Kopelipa, 1 lesson with Sam

Very knowledgeable!

Sam's approach to reinforcing concepts with my son was well received. My son was engaged in the session and came away very confident in his abilities. Thank you, Sam!

Lisa, 8 lessons with Sam

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