Award-Winning AP Physics Tutors
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AP Physics
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A chemical and biomolecular engineering degree means Steve spent years applying thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and electromagnetism to real systems — the same core principles that drive AP Physics 1 and 2. He's particularly sharp at teaching students how to connect free-body diagrams to Newton's laws and energy bar charts to conservation principles, building the kind of physical intuition the exam's qualitative questions demand. Rated 5.0 by students.

I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old electronics, playing Pokemon, or picking at my guitar.
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Computational and Applied Mathematics. I've tutored introductory physics students for three years and enjoyed it thoroughly, as a chance to help other students while revisiting fundamental concepts to enhance my own knowledge. I'm eager to continue reaching out and helping students of math and physics to succeed and, furthermore, to appreciate the beauty and power of these subjects.
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When I'm not working or studying, I love playing volleyball (indoors or on the beach!) and spending time outside, canoeing or hiking with my dog. I look forward to meeting and working with you!
I'm a rising junior at Brown University studying biomedical engineering. I have lots of experience in middle school through college level instruction in STEM and SAT/ACT prep. My goal is to provide a fun and productive learning environment by only teaching subjects that I am passionate about.
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.
I am a lifelong learner, teacher, and researcher in the field of physics. I received a PhD in Physics from the University of Michigan and a BS in Physics from Rice University. I have four years of physics teaching experience at the University of Michigan, primarily undergraduate laboratory courses with an emphasis on electromagnetism, circuits, waves, optics, and real-world applications of these and other physical phenomena. Many of these courses, including one I helped design, focused on helping non-STEM students master physics concepts that may be difficult to grasp in a standard classroom setting. I have tutored in a variety of subjects since high school, but most recently I have spent several years helping students understand concepts and succeed in coursework throughout a large variety of college-level physics topics, from basic mechanics to advanced electrodynamics and special relativity.
I'm a freshman at Stanford University pursuing a degree in mathematical and computational science. I've been tutoring students from grades 3-12 throughout high school, and I look forward to continue in college. Nothing excites me more than learning something new, and I strive to share my excitement with my tutees.
I am an undergraduate of the Johns Hopkins University, majoring in Biomedical Engineering and Computer Science. I have years of experience tutoring and teaching math and various sciences from an elementary to a college level. I primarily tutor college level courses such as physics and biochemistry, but also have extensive experience in social sciences, biology, and higher mathematics such as Calculus and Differential Equations. I believe that demonstrating the various real-world applications of a given concept is the best method to increase a student's understanding.
I am a current (though almost graduated) student in Chemical Engineering at Georgia Tech. I absolutely love teaching and tutoring, and I have 3 years experience tutoring and just over a year's experience in being a teacher's assistant. I am passionate about math and science, and I love helping people understand new material. Learning is something I have always loved, and I want to share that passion with others.
I am a rising senior at Harvard College pursuing an AB in Government. Academically, I have diverse interests, including history, language, math, physics, philosophy, music, and politics. In high school, I tutored elementary, middle, and high school students in music, math, ACT and SAT prep, and Spanish. At Harvard, I spent a year as a course assistant in the math department, helping to teach introductory undergraduate calculus. Currently, I volunteer with the Leadership Institute at Harvard College (LIHC) as part of its Social Outreach Committee. This work involves teaching a weekly course called "Fundamentals of Leadership" to a class of middle school students. Overall, I have found my experiences tutoring math to be the most rewarding.
I am current master's student pursuing an advanced degree in environmental engineering. I have about 3 years of experience tutoring a standard math and science curricula to students ranging in age from 7-17. I attended college at Washington University in St. Louis receiving a degree in mechanical engineering and energy engineering in 2020. During my time there, I worked as a teaching assistant for several different engineering courses, tutoring students outside of class in the calculus and physics related topics. As someone that benefitted greatly from tutors and teaching assistants, I really love being able to help students that are struggling in certain areas. I am able to help with standardized tests, focusing on math and science sections, AP Calculus and AP Physics exams, and high school math.
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Frequently Asked Questions
AP Physics covers two main courses: AP Physics 1 (algebra-based) and AP Physics 2 (algebra-based), each focusing on mechanics, energy, waves, and electricity. The exam is 3 hours long and includes a 90-minute multiple-choice section (50 questions) and a 90-minute free-response section (5 questions). Understanding the exam format and practicing with official AP questions helps students develop the problem-solving strategies needed to score well.
Many students struggle with translating word problems into physics equations, managing time during the exam, and understanding conceptual relationships between topics like force, energy, and momentum. Additionally, the free-response section requires clear explanations and proper justification of answers, which differs from typical high school physics. Personalized tutoring helps identify your specific weak areas and builds confidence in both conceptual understanding and problem-solving execution.
Score improvement depends on your starting point and commitment level, but students typically see meaningful gains—often 1-2 points on the 1-5 scale—when working with an expert tutor consistently over several months. The most significant improvements come from targeted practice on your weakest topics, learning efficient problem-solving strategies, and building test-taking confidence. A tutor can help you identify which areas will give you the biggest score boost based on your current performance.
Ideally, students begin tutoring early in the school year (September or October) to work through the curriculum systematically and allow time for practice tests and review. Most students benefit from consistent weekly sessions starting 4-6 months before the May exam. If you're starting closer to test day, intensive tutoring combined with focused practice can still help you strengthen weak areas and refine test-taking strategies.
Practice tests are essential—they help you understand the exam format, identify weak topics, and develop pacing strategies under timed conditions. Taking full-length practice tests every 2-3 weeks allows you to track progress and see which concepts need more attention. Tutors can review your practice test results with you to pinpoint exactly where you're losing points and adjust your study plan accordingly.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors in Colorado Springs who specialize in AP Physics and understand the specific challenges of the course. When you get matched with a tutor, you can discuss your current level, goals, and preferred learning style to ensure a good fit. Tutors work with you to create a personalized study plan that addresses your weak areas and builds toward your target score.
The free-response section rewards clear reasoning and proper justification, not just correct answers. Key strategies include drawing diagrams, labeling variables, showing all work, and explaining your logic step-by-step. Many students lose points by rushing through explanations or skipping intermediate steps. A tutor can teach you how to structure your responses to maximize points and practice writing clear, concise justifications under time pressure.
Test anxiety often stems from feeling unprepared or unsure about problem-solving approaches. Working with a tutor builds genuine confidence by helping you master the content, practice under timed conditions, and develop reliable strategies for tackling unfamiliar problems. Regular practice tests and constructive feedback create a supportive learning environment where you can build the confidence needed to perform your best on exam day.
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