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Cody

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Cody

Bachelor
Cody's other Tutor Subjects
8th Grade Science
7th-8th Grade math
7th Grade Algebra
9th Grade Biology

I am a graduate of Union Adventist University as well as Western Governors University. I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education and a master's degree in mathematics education. I have worked with students from 3rd grade through high school seniors. I am passionate about math and science but...

Education

Union College

Bachelor

Prabhjot

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Prabhjot

Bachelor's
Prabhjot's other Tutor Subjects
1st-6th Grade Science
K-12th Grade Reading
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-12th Grade English

As a passionate educator and accomplished gold medalist postgraduate of Guru Nanak Dev University, I bring a wealth of academic expertise and practical experience to my tutoring endeavors. With a background in Chemistry and Biology, complemented by postgraduate certifications in project management a...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Karthikeyan

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Karthikeyan

Bachelor's
Karthikeyan's other Tutor Subjects
K-12th Grade Science
K-12th Grade math
K-12th Grade Reading
K-12th Grade English

I earned my Bachelor of Science in Biomedical and Biological Sciences with a 3.96 GPA, and I am currently continuing my academic journey through advanced medical and graduate-level coursework. My education has given me a strong foundation not only in the life sciences but also in interdisciplinary f...

Education

Central Washington University

Bachelor's

Ralph

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Ralph

Bachelor's
Ralph's other Tutor Subjects
9th-12th Grade Science
3rd-8th Grade math
6th-7th Grade Algebra
Astronomy

I have been a classroom instructor of the Earth and Physical sciences since 1995. I really love science, especially astronomy. I loved learning about the universe since I was in elementary school. My love for science grew as I went through school. Having enthusiastic and caring teachers helped a lot...

Education

Central Connecticut State University

Bachelor's

Abigail

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Abigail

Bachelor's
Abigail's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Science
K-12th Grade math
K-12th Grade Reading
K-12th Grade English

I'm an enthusiastic educator, who likes to create child based lessons. I have spent over six years dedicated to unlocking potential across all age groups. With eight years of Psychology studies, and a B.S. in Criminal Justice, I bring a structured yet engaging approach to subjects ranging from eleme...

Education

AIU

Bachelor's

Jessica

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Jessica

BS
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
1st-3rd Grade Science
1st-12th Grade English
1st-12th Grade Geography
6th-12th Grade AP Statistics

I have a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the College of Southern Nevada, where I graduated Magna Cum Laude in May 2015. I also earned a minor in Mathematics, which gave me a great foundation in both math and science. I am passionate about helping students understand math and scien...

Education

College of Southern Nevada

BS

Danielle

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Danielle

Bachelor
Danielle's other Tutor Subjects
K-5th Grade Homework
9th-12th Grade English
10th-12th Grade German
10th-12th Grade Spanish

I am passionate about helping students because I believe that education is a valuable tool. I like to watch my students grow as they learn new concepts and overcome challenges. I aim to create a positive learning environment and help my students reach their full potential. I received my education at...

Education

Western Carolina University

Bachelor

Raylynn

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Raylynn

Master's/Graduate
Raylynn's other Tutor Subjects
1st-6th Grade Science
K-6th Grade English
6th-12th Grade AP Psychology
6th-8th Grade math

As a passionate educator pursuing a Master's degree in Psychology from Dallas Baptist University, I have over 4 years of tutoring experience across various subjects, including College English, Creative Writing, science, Psychology. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive learning ...

Education

Dallas Baptist University

Master's/Graduate

Yohely

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Yohely

Master's/Graduate
Yohely's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus

As a passionate educator with a Master's degree in Bioengineering from Syracuse University, I have over 10 years of tutoring experience in STEM subjects from High School to College courses. My teaching philosophy centers on fostering a supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to...

Education

Syracuse University

Master's/Graduate

State University of New York College at New Paltz

Bachelor's

Jessica

Certified Tutor

Jessica

PHD, Medicine
Jessica's other Tutor Subjects
College Algebra
Calculus
Algebra
Honors Chemistry

I am a licensed physician from Florida who is currently changing careers. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 2009 and have extensive tutoring and editing experience. While a student, I became a certified writing tutor through the Critical Writing Department. Since I completed my writ...

Education

Nova Southeastern University

PHD, Medicine

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelors, History

University of Pennsylvania

undergraduate

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I am a current student at the University of Chicago. I am working towards a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, and I am on the pre-medical track. I am extremely passionate about tutoring, and I have several years of experience tutoring students in my high school's learning center in various subjects as well as tutoring private clients in Standardized Test preparation. Given that I graduated high school recently, I have taken several Standardized Tests and high school subjects myself, so I have a comprehensive understanding of not only how to tutor these subjects and exams, but also what it is like to take them. While I have a wide range of interests and am able to tutor various subjects, I am most passionate about tutoring in Standardized Test preparation (including ACT, SAT, SAT Subject Tests, and AP Exams), Biology, Chemistry, Math, and Spanish. I truly believe that students should have the opportunity to learn in the way that works best for them, and I love being able to help them succeed by creating a comfortable tutoring environment in which we can best assess their particular needs and use strategies specific to them. My passion for learning drives everything that I do, and tutoring is the platform that I use to try to spread that passion to others. In my free time, you can find me playing badminton, listening to music, or baking something (hopefully) delicious.

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Jeffrey

Pre-Calculus Tutor • +29 Subjects

I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and coming members of such a great field. I have experience tutoring both Calculus and Physics at Notre Dame, as well as experience as a Student Assistant for Differential Equations and Mechanics. I believe the key to learning is much deeper than learning to solve problems and that seeking knowledge is one of the best means for personal improvement.

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Pre-Algebra Tutor • +36 Subjects

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Calculus Tutor • +17 Subjects

I am willing to address any issue with an open mind and I try to develop strategies that play to a student's strengths. I would like to think I am very approachable and personable, and I have had very positive experiences with many students in the past using this philosophy. Outside of academics, I love playing basketball and watching sports, as well as chilling with friends, listening to music, and keeping up with politics and current affairs.

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Pre-Algebra Tutor • +26 Subjects

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Tony

Calculus Tutor • +28 Subjects

I am a recent graduate of Yale University and incoming first year medical student at Columbia University. Originally from the DC area, I have always had a passion for science and medicine and pursued a degree in Biology while at Yale. During the 2008-2009 academic year, I tutored science, math, English, history, and Mandarin Chinese part-time with a DC-based tutoring company. At Yale, I worked as a freshman counselor to provide academic and career advice to incoming freshmen. I have taken both SAT and MCAT test prep classes and am familiar with both tests as well as the preparation necessary to score well. My personal career goals include attending medical school to pursue either immunology/infectious diseases or psych/neurology, teaching biology at the university level, and working in public/global health with either the CDC or the WHO.

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Annie

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +28 Subjects

I am currently a second year medical student. I was a Physiological Sciences major at UCLA (class of 2015), and pursued research during my gap year between undergrad and medical school.

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Pinelopi

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +25 Subjects

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Frequently Asked Questions

Many students memorize the steps for balancing equations without grasping why atoms must be equal on both sides or how coefficients represent molecular ratios. A tutor can break this down by connecting the math to the chemistry—showing how balancing reflects conservation of mass and using visual models or simple examples (like H₂O formation) to make the concept concrete before moving to more complex reactions.

Unit conversions require both mathematical fluency and conceptual understanding of what you're actually converting—and many students skip the 'why' and just memorize conversion factors. A tutor can help you build confidence by teaching the dimensional analysis method (canceling units like fractions), practicing with real-world contexts (like converting speed from m/s to km/h), and identifying where conversions commonly appear in physics and chemistry problems.

Abstract concepts are a major sticking point in physical science because you can't see atoms or electromagnetic fields directly. Experienced tutors use multiple strategies—drawing diagrams, using physical models or analogies, working through step-by-step problem breakdowns, and connecting concepts to observable phenomena (like why heating speeds up molecular motion). This multi-sensory approach helps bridge the gap between theory and what you can actually understand.

Absolutely. Physical science labs aren't just about following steps—they're about designing experiments, controlling variables, interpreting data, and drawing valid conclusions. A tutor can help you understand the 'why' behind each step, discuss how experimental design connects to the scientific method, analyze why results might differ from predictions, and develop the reasoning skills you need for both lab reports and standardized tests.

Forces and motion concepts like Newton's laws, friction, and acceleration confuse many students because they require thinking about invisible interactions and counterintuitive scenarios (like why constant velocity means zero net force). A tutor can use real-world examples, free-body diagrams, and guided practice to build your intuition—showing how concepts apply to everyday situations before tackling complex multi-step problems.

Energy concepts are notoriously abstract because energy itself is invisible—you only see its effects. Tutors help by grounding energy in concrete examples (how a roller coaster converts potential to kinetic energy, why heat flows from hot to cold), using diagrams to track energy flow through systems, and connecting thermodynamic principles to real phenomena like why engines have efficiency limits. This builds genuine understanding rather than formula memorization.

A strong physical science tutor teaches systematic problem-solving: identifying what's given and what you're solving for, choosing the right concept or formula, setting up equations carefully (with units), solving, and checking if your answer makes sense. They'll model this process repeatedly, help you recognize which concepts apply to different problem types, and build your confidence in tackling unfamiliar questions rather than just drilling memorized examples.

Effective test prep tutoring focuses on the concepts and reasoning behind problems, not just formula memorization. A tutor will help you identify your weak conceptual areas, practice problems that require you to apply concepts in new ways, review common misconceptions, and develop test-taking strategies like checking units and estimating reasonableness. This approach builds lasting understanding and better prepares you for both standardized tests and cumulative exams where concepts build on each other.

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