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Jason Z.

75/hour

PhD in Astrophysics | Ivy League Researcher I Expert STEM tutor

5.0 (103)

239 hours tutoring

Response time: 26 minutes

My research background allows me to connect introductory astronomy topics to the underlying physics and mathematics in a clear and structured way. I am comfortable teaching: • Introductory high school astronomy • AP Physics C...

Andrew L.

48/hour

Bachelor of Physics with 4+ Years of Tutoring Experience

Response time: 40 minutes

I have a Bachelors in Physics and basic astronomy was a fundamental subject for the physics major. As part of the physics major we need to understand the fundamentals of astronomy including orbital mechanics, properties of light,...

A very caring and passionate tutor.

I met Andrew about a year ago through Wyzant through a classmate that recommended this young man. I was skeptical at first, due to this being a virtual interaction and the complexity of the subject we were learning. I was coming... - Dan, 70 lessons with Andrew

Anna G.

75/hour

Experienced HS & College Tutor Specializing in Physical Chemistry

5.0 (27)

65 hours tutoring

BS Astrophysics Astronomy 103 Instructor

Tony H.

90/hour

Life-long interest in Astronomy

Response time: 3 minutes

I have tutored several students in Astronomy, and I have a deep life-long interest in Astronomy myself. I have had my own telescope for years, and I am a member of a local Astronomy club.

Incredible guy!

Tony was really helpful with a subject that had me in tears! My legal minded brain could not grasp Astronomy but thanks to Tony and the way he explained things, I was able to pass the class with a B! We didn’t start tutoring until... - Jessica, 7 lessons with Tony

Farrooh F.

95/hour

Physics & Math Expert — AP, SAT, Olympiads, Advanced Courses

Response time: 48 minutes

I specialized in the nuclear astrophysics of neutron stars. I have maintained a 4.0 GPA in all Astronomy related subjects I have taken during my undergraduate and graduate studies including Astronomy, Cosmic Ray Physics, Theoretical...

Incredibly knowledgable on multiple advanced topics

Farrooh has helped me with two insanely difficult college physics courses that other tutors seemed lost trying to help with. He is extremely knowledgable in a diverse array of subjects, and has tutored me in 3 classes that I could... - James, 32 lessons with Farrooh

Junia M.

70/hour

Astronomy Tutor with 10 Years Experience and Strong Results

5.0 (144)

435 hours tutoring

Response time: 19 minutes

I have over 10 years of experience helping students understand astronomy at high school and college levels. I simplify topics such as planets, stars, galaxies, and the universe into clear, engaging explanations that are easy to follow. My...

Chris G.

40/hour

BS in Astrophysics with Experience Teaching Astronomy

Response time: 21 minutes

I studied astronomy extensively in university, getting my degree in Astrophysics in 2017 from the University of New Mexico. I just recently designed my own astronomy sequence, which consisted of dozens of classes on various topics...

Knowledgeable and Inspiring Tutor

My son enjoyed working with Chris and mentioned how enthusiastic Chris is about physics and math. My son said that made it fun and inspiring to work with Chris and that he learned a lot during his session with him. - Melissa, 2 lessons with Chris

Esther G.

400/hour

MIT Physics Graduate with Concentration in Astronomy

5.0 (485)

2,448 hours tutoring

Response time: 24 minutes

I graduated from MIT with a Bachelor's in physics, with a focus on astronomy, and have been published in the Astronomical Journal.

Expert Physics Tutor!

Esther quickly got my son on track for his freshman physics final after a bumpy semester. In their first session, she diagnosed weak areas and gave him the tools to analyze questions more completely. A born teacher and very kind, ... - Alex, 4 lessons with Esther

Clark N.

60/hour

Introductory astronomy, including Keplerian orbital mechanics

5.0 (1851)

5,909 hours tutoring

While growing up I was an active amateur astronomer, and I have taught this subject at the introductory level. I have the good fortune to be married to a professional astronomer who occasionally involves me in her work on symbiotic star systems.

Nice and patient tutor

Clark is showing my homeschooling son what he could do with advanced mathematics. He is interested in astronomy and rockets so given Clark's background he is a great resource. - Teresia, 152 lessons with Clark

Ryan Y.

100/hour

Harvey Mudd/Cornell grad; multi-subject, empathetic tutor

5.0 (531)

2,119 hours tutoring

Response time: 28 minutes

Experience: Tutoring experience: tutored students at college level in introductory astronomy B.S. in Physics (high honors) with an emphasis on astronomy. Relevant coursework:introductory astrophysics, planetary astrophysics, x-ray...

Knowledgeable and Patient Educator

Ryan is the best! For every lesson, he came prepared with detailed notes, and after each session, he followed up with even more comprehensive written feedback. The best part is Ryan is very patient. Not only did he help my daught... - Ellen, 31 lessons with Ryan

Shakibul C.

75/hour

Astrophysics & Black Hole Physics | Master’s in Physics

5.0 (124)

508 hours tutoring

Response time: 34 minutes

Master’s degree in Physics with research focus in astrophysics and general relativity. Published research in relativistic light propagation and black hole physics (currently in peer review). Experience teaching physics at the college level,...

Ken M.

149/hour

PhD in Physics, Previous TA for Astronomy and Astrophysics Courses

5.0 (135)

626 hours tutoring

Response time: 8 minutes

I have a PhD in physics from Brown University. I was an experienced TA for introductory astronomy and astrophysics courses. I also did research in general relativity, neutron stars, and black holes in my undergraduate studies

Patient, knowledgeable, and great at breaking things down!

Ken is an incredible tutor that has helped me with classical mechanics, statistical mechanics, quantum mechanics, and electricity and magnetism over the past six months. He's extremely knowledgeable and explains difficult concepts... - Medha, 99 lessons with Ken

Christian N.

135/hour

PhD Student in Astronomy/Astrophysics

5.0 (53)

200 hours tutoring

Response time: 9 minutes

I am getting my PhD in Astrophysics after obtaining a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Physics (with an astronomy emphasis). I conduct astronomy research full time and have created and presented planetarium shows that...

Great Tutor

Christian was beyond amazing! He explained everything so clearly and made sure I truly understood the material. His patience and ability to break down complex concepts made studying so much easier. Thanks to him, I feel so much mo... - Riley, 2 lessons with Christian

Alex M.

150/hour

Physics and math major with 300+ hours tutoring experience

Response time: 50 minutes

I am well versed in both astronomy and astrophysics, with experience in properties of the solar system, galaxy evolution, cosmology, and much more. I have also examined simulated exoplanet data to classify and identify a real exoplanet.

very clear and patient!

Alex was able to help my son review both math and physics in advance of a test when his regular tutor wasn’t available. He was nice and very helpful. My son feels much better and would love to work with him again. I’m so glad he w... - Adrienne, 74 lessons with Alex

Laurie C.

120/hour

Astronomy is an amazing subject!

5.0 (282)

1,101 hours tutoring

As a geologist and earth science teacher, I have numerous years of experience with astronomy and weather. Astronomy topics include the Big Bang, Doppler effect, red/blue shift, galaxies, the Hertzsprung Russel diagram, orbital...

Astronomy for High School

Laurie has helped my son understand difficult concepts in high school astronomy. He gets a lot out of every session and it helps him do well in class. He actually learns more in his sessions with Laurie than in a large classroom e... - Nancy, 12 lessons with Laurie

Dan G.

95/hour

Astronomy Teacher, Tutor and Presenter

5.0 (621)

2,465 hours tutoring

B.S. Degree in Geology UC Davis 25+ years teaching high school Astronomy and Physics Board member and Education Advisor Carlton Observatory

100000000000000% RECOMMENDED!!!

Dr. Dan is literally my LIFESAVER for my college-level astronomy class. I was about to have a final and barely knew how to do my practice exam. But I learned so much with Dr. Dan. He is incredibly knowledgeable in the areas of ast... - Amy, 2 lessons with Dan

Kaveh V.

60/hour

Discover our Universe: Passionate tutor | PhD in Astrophysics.

5.0 (128)

497 hours tutoring

Beside my academic background in astronomy as a phd in Astrophysics, I have thought astronomy and cosmology at various levels to high school/college and grad students and have been TA in introduction to astrophysics, violent...

Astronomy of the Stars and Galaxy.

He was very detailed about the stars and universe and the phases of moon and helped me understand the science labs and so far I am receiving an A in my class. He explained my upcoming science labs and how to perform them. - Kathy

David F. L.

137/hour

Astronomy Tutor | Physician with a Strong Science Background

5.0 (152)

1,293 hours tutoring

Response time: 25 minutes

Dr. David took astronomy and physical science coursework in high school and college and has taught the subject to students. He explains the solar system, stars, galaxies, gravity, light, and the scale of the universe with clear visuals and...

BEST Tutor EVER – Dr. Dave is a Lifesaver!

This review is way overdue, but I had to share how amazing Dr. Dave is! I worked with him for help on a really difficult statistics assignment in my political science class, and he was an absolute game-changer. I had tried working... - Iva, 2 lessons with David F.

Jill N.

75/hour

College Board Certified AP Environmental Science Teacher

Response time: 42 minutes

Hi AP students! I’m Jill, a former AP Environmental Science teacher with official College Board training from Rice University. Over the past ten years, I’ve taught and tutored hundreds of students, and I’ve also served as a Reader for the AP...

Great tutor with a well-organized and helpful plan.

Jill is a wonderful AP Environmental Science who understands the material and is helping us get ready for the AP exam. She not only explains each topic clearly, but also provides practice material to supplement the lessons during ... - Syndy, 9 lessons with Jill

Bilal C.

70/hour

Critical Care and Neurocritical MD with National Board Review teaching

5.0 (225)

391 hours tutoring

What separates me from other tutors is that I have taught national board-review courses at Ivy League universities and major academic teaching hospitals. Has your tutor done the same? Being invited to teach at a national level is an opportunity...

Great tutor, level above the rest!

I worked with Dr. Chaudhry in preparation for my Step 2 exam and I am so glad that I did. He was extremely flexible with his time and seems very invested in making sure I was learning and understanding everything we reviewed. With... - Fernanda, 5 lessons with Bilal

Nicholas E.

220/hour

Expert Math Tutor | SAT & ACT Prep | Empowering Success

5.0 (338)

880 hours tutoring

Response time: 14 minutes

Hello! I'm Nicholas, an experienced Math tutor dedicated to helping students excel in mathematics and achieve their goals on the SAT and ACT exams. With a passion for teaching and a proven track record, I'm here to provide personalized instruction...

Excellent Instruction

Nicholas worked with our daughter to prepare her for a retake of her ACT focusing on math - her weakest subject. Nicholas was always so patient with her, he was able to approach math problems from different angles to help her gra... - Kimberly, 10 lessons with Nicholas

Taylor K.

180/hour

Experienced and Enthusiastic Credentialed Math/Science Teacher

Response time: 10 minutes

Hi! My name is Taylor and the many students I have worked with throughout my teaching career have known me simply as Mr. K. I have developed a reputation as a very charismatic and engaging teacher of both Math and Science, with an ability to bring...

Taylor is so knowledgeable

Taylor has helped me in my college Chemistry, physics, and Calculus (1 and 2) classes. He is so great at providing materials and practice questions. He was great at explaining concepts in a way that actually made sense and wasn’t ... - Anna, 30 lessons with Taylor

Amanda R.

70/hour

Amanda - an experienced Physics and AP Physics teacher

4.9 (232)

1,230 hours tutoring

Response time: 57 minutes

I am a master teacher who taught at Williston Northampton, Perkiomen, and Westminster from 1999-2023, I have been teaching Physics and AP Physics for over 20 years. I love teaching Physics and look forward to helping you grasp the concepts and...

Amazing Teacher

Amanda has been so helpful! My son is taking an online AP Calculus C class and was really behind. Amanda was willing to meet with him within a short time. She is knowledgeable, patient and kind and has helped him to catch up with ... - Rana, 12 lessons with Amanda

James F.

150/hour

Senior Finance Analyst Teaches Math & Sciences

5.0 (121)

588 hours tutoring

Response time: 25 minutes

Hi, I'm James! I'm a patient and enthusiastic Math, Science, and Business tutor who loves helping students understand difficult concepts and succeed in courses they're struggling with. I earned my degree in Finance from Miami University, with...

Patient tutor how breaks down concepts step by step

We have tried several tutors on this platform and James has easily been the best fit for our student. He has always struggled with math, but James takes the time to explain every step. James has been very patient with a student ... - Ann, 5 lessons with James

Sharon J.

70/hour

Experienced Science, AP, SAT, ACT, & Regents Teacher

Response time: 3 minutes

I have taught the following classes, Biology, AP Biology, Environmental Science, AP Environmental Science, Earth Space Science, Chemistry, Veterinary Science, Marine Biology, Astronomy, Life Science, Physics, Zoology, Animal Behavior, and...

great tutor

Wonderful tutor for my son who needs extra help reviewing AP bio concepts. She makes the topics easier to understand and is very patient with the student. - Grace, 4 lessons with Sharon

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1 Astronomy lesson

Gives good explanations of astronomy concepts. Really knows his stuff and is good at explaining it over Skype and online formats. Would recommend him to anyone who needs physics or astronomy help

Mona H.

5 Astronomy lessons

I was able to complete my Astronomy assignments perfectly by having Steven help me learning and understanding the materials better. He was very patient, and also explaining the most confusing stuff in Astronomy in a clear and simple way.

Anne P.

1 Astronomy lesson

Allan was super easy to work with. He helped my son with an honors astronomy tudy guide. Allan knows his astronomy! Now my son feels confident for his test! Thanks Allan!

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How would you define Astronomy in your own words?

Astronomy is the study of the stars and our place in the universe. It encompasses not only learning about stars, planets, black holes, and how these...

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How would you define Astronomy in your own words?

Astronomy is the exploration and understanding of the universe on a macro level. It covers the birth and life of stars, the formation of planets and...

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Astronomy is the scientific study of celestial objects and phenomena, including planets, moons, stars, galaxies, and cosmic events. It covers fields like astrophysics, planetary science, and cosmology, helping us understand the origins and evolution of the universe. Learning astronomy involves observing celestial events, studying the laws of physics, and applying mathematical and scientific principles to interpret what we see in the night sky.

Wyzant supports learners in achieving their goals through one-on-one instruction, tailored to each student’s interests and expertise. With the guidance of skilled astronomy tutors, students can gain confidence in using telescopes, analyzing data, and interpreting observations. Wyzant makes astronomy learning accessible, encouraging curiosity, exploration, and a deeper appreciation of the universe.

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