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Pallavi

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Pallavi

Master's in Biology
Pallavi's other Tutor Subjects
10th Grade Physics
6th-12th Grade Biology
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math

I am a graduate of The University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. I received a Bachelor of Arts in Biology (Neurobiology concentration), a Bachelor of Science in Economics (Healthcare Management and Policy concentration), and a Master's in Biology. Throughout my undergraduate, I have loved tutoring...

Education

University of Pennsylvania

Master's in Biology

University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Arts in Biology (Neurobiology concentration)

Nadine

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Nadine

Bachelor of Science, Physics
Nadine's other Tutor Subjects
10th Grade Physics
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate from Columbia University with a dual degree in Physics and Mechanical Engineering.

Education

Eckerd College

Bachelor of Science, Physics

Columbia University

Dual degree in Physics and Mechanical Engineering

Jane

Certified Tutor

8+ years

Jane

Current Undergrad Student, English
Jane's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Prep
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading

I am a current student at Princeton University, obtaining a major in English with minors in Environmental Studies and Musical Theater. I graduated from Sewickley Academy in 2016 as a member of the Cum Laude Society with highest honors for all semesters. I am an AP Scholar with Honors, an Academic Al...

Education

Princeton University

Current Undergrad Student, English

Test Scores
SAT
1540
ACT
34
Anna

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Anna

Current Grad Student, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Anna's other Tutor Subjects
ACCUPLACER ESL - Listening
ACCUPLACER ESL - Reading Skills
ACCUPLACER ESL - Sentence Meaning
ACCUPLACER Language Use

With each of my experiences working with children my passion for education has grown. I first came to Austin to work with a Spanish literacy intervention program through Americorps called A Community for Education (ACE). After my service with ACE I taught at a dual language (Spanish-English) school ...

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Oberlin College

Bachelors, Comparative American Studies

The University of Texas at Austin

Current Grad Student, Communication Sciences and Disorders

Deborah

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Deborah

Master of Arts, English
Deborah's other Tutor Subjects
6th Grade AP Language Composition
ACT Writing
Business
Business Writing

My MA in English with a concentration in Rhetoric and Composition, together with my MA in Adult Education and Continuing Education, qualified me to have a stellar forty-three-year career as a full-time college professor predominately in the University System of Georgia. I have successfully instructe...

Education

Georgia State University

Master of Arts, English

University of Missouri-Kansas City

Master of Arts, Adult and Continuing Education

University of Georgia

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Deborah

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Deborah

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Deborah's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Geometry
Math

Hi. I love math and I love teaching math. I am a state certified high school math teacher. I have 31 years of classroom experience. I currently teach Pre-Calculus and AP Statistics.

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Clark Atlanta University

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics

Katherine

Certified Tutor

Katherine

Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science
Katherine's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Science
ACT Writing
Adult Literacy
AP Computer Science Principles

Hi, my name is Katherine and I've been tutoring in various capacities since 2012. Although I'm currently studying Computer Science at Swarthmore College, I have expertise in a number of subject areas and I'd love to help you out.

Education

Swarthmore College

Current Undergrad Student, Computer Science

Test Scores
SAT
1530
Samantha

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Samantha

Juris Doctor, International Law
Samantha's other Tutor Subjects
1st-12th Grade Reading
1st-12th Grade Writing
1st-8th Grade Math
3rd-5th Grade Science

I believe every student has a unique learning skill set and every teacher continues to learn from her students. To ensure every student receives the best tutoring, I strive to offer excellent communication and a diverse set of teaching skills.I obtained my Bachelor in Business Administration from th...

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University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Bachelor in Business Administration, International Business/French

Vermont Law School

Juris Doctor, International Law

Christopher

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Christopher

Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
Algebra
Algebra 2
Math
Middle School Math

I am a current student at Rutgers University on track to major in Electrical Engineering. I tutor a wide range of math from elementary level up to high school and college. This range includes algebra, trigonometry, pre-calc and calculus. I have had many experiences through my high school and outside...

Education

Rutgers University-New Brunswick

Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1420
Jerry

Certified Tutor

Jerry

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Jerry's other Tutor Subjects
ACT Writing
SAT Mathematics
Test Prep

Hey, I enjoy teaching math, computer science, and the SAT! Contact me if you are interested in these.

Education

The Texas A&M University System Office

Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government

Test Scores
SAT
1570

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Frequently Asked Questions

Students often find kinematics and Newton's laws conceptually challenging—especially understanding the difference between velocity and acceleration, or why an object moving at constant speed still requires a net force of zero. Force diagrams and free-body diagrams trip up many students because they require visualizing invisible forces and their directions. Energy concepts (kinetic, potential, and conservation) are abstract and hard to connect to real situations. Additionally, students frequently struggle with unit conversions (converting between m/s and km/h, for example) and applying the correct equations to multi-step problems. A tutor can break these concepts into digestible pieces and use real-world examples to make the abstract concrete.

Tutors use multiple strategies to make invisible forces visible: drawing detailed force diagrams, using analogies (like pushing a box across different surfaces), and working through real-world scenarios (a car accelerating, a ball thrown upward). Many tutors also recommend interactive simulations or demonstrations that let you see how changing force or mass affects motion. The key is moving from abstract equations to concrete mental models—understanding *why* F=ma matters, not just memorizing it. With guided practice, you'll develop intuition for how forces behave, making it easier to solve problems independently.

Lab experiments are where physics theory becomes tangible—measuring velocity with motion sensors, calculating acceleration down a ramp, or testing energy conservation with colliding carts. The challenge is connecting what you observe in the lab to the equations and concepts you learn in lectures. A tutor can help you design experiments thoughtfully, understand what your data actually means, and troubleshoot when results don't match predictions. This bridges the gap between "I can solve the equation" and "I understand what's actually happening," which is essential for deeper learning and performing well on assessments that require scientific reasoning.

Inconsistent problem-solving usually means you're pattern-matching ("this looks like a kinematics problem, so I'll use this equation") rather than understanding the underlying physics. You might correctly identify given information and plug numbers in, but miss conceptual details like whether acceleration is constant, what direction forces point, or which energy forms are relevant. A tutor helps you develop a systematic approach: clearly identifying what you know and what you're solving for, drawing diagrams, selecting the right principles, and checking whether your answer makes physical sense. With this framework, you'll solve problems more reliably across different scenarios.

Rather than pure memorization, focus on understanding what each equation represents and when to use it. For example, v=d/t is about average velocity, while v=v₀+at describes velocity when acceleration is constant—they're different situations. A tutor can help you group equations by concept (kinematics equations, energy equations, force equations) and understand the relationships between them. Once you grasp the "why" behind an equation, you're far more likely to remember it and apply it correctly. You'll also develop the confidence to derive or rearrange equations when needed, rather than freezing if you can't recall the exact form.

Energy is one of the most abstract topics in 10th Grade Physics because you can't see it directly. Start by thinking of energy as the ability to do work, then track how it changes form—mechanical energy becoming heat due to friction, gravitational potential energy converting to kinetic energy as something falls. A tutor can use real examples (a roller coaster, a pendulum, a ball bouncing) to show energy transformations step-by-step. Practice problems where you calculate energy at different points in a system help cement the idea that total energy is conserved, even as it changes forms. This conceptual foundation makes more complex topics like thermodynamics much more accessible.

Unit conversions trip up many students because they're more about systematic thinking than memorization. The key is using dimensional analysis: write out your starting value with its units, then multiply by conversion factors that cancel unwanted units and leave you with what you need. For example, converting 10 m/s to km/h means multiplying by (3600 s/h) and dividing by (1000 m/km). A tutor can show you how to set these up consistently so you rarely make mistakes, and help you recognize when an answer is unreasonable (like getting 36,000 km/h when you meant 36 km/h). Mastering this skill saves time on exams and prevents careless errors that cost points.

A strong physics tutor understands not just the content but how students typically think about it—they know where misconceptions come from and how to address them. They should be comfortable with both the conceptual side (explaining *why* things happen) and the mathematical side (helping you solve problems accurately). Look for someone who uses diagrams, real-world examples, and sometimes demonstrations to make abstract ideas concrete. They should also ask you questions to check your understanding rather than just telling you answers, and help you develop problem-solving strategies you can apply to new situations. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have expertise in physics and experience explaining it clearly to high school students.

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