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Ramy

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5+ years

Ramy

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7th Grade AP Physics
6th-12th Grade Physics
6th-12th Grade Chemistry
7th-8th Grade AP Chemistry

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Michael

Master of Science, Natural Sciences
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7th Grade AP Physics
6th-12th Grade Physics
Algebra
Algebra 2

I studied physics and mathematics at Stephen F. Austin State University, where I also tutored students and taught physics laboratories. I found that I have a passion for teaching and helping people in these fascinating subjects. I'm a big proponent of multimedia teaching and finding ways to use pres...

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Stephen F Austin State University

Master of Science, Natural Sciences

Stephen F Austin State University

Bachelor of Science, Applied Physics

Mitchell

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5+ years

Mitchell

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Mitchell's other Tutor Subjects
7th Grade AP Physics
6th-12th Grade Physics
Algebra
AP Chemistry

Hi my name is Mitchell Daddario! I'm 25 years old, from Buffalo, NY and I currently live in Austin, TX.I graduated from high school in 2015. While in high school I excelled in the AP math and science courses. I independently challenged the Calculus BC and Physics C EM exams my senior year because my...

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Lehigh University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Yangbo

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5+ years

Yangbo

Bachelor of Science, Economics
Yangbo's other Tutor Subjects
7th Grade AP Physics
6th-12th Grade Physics
K-12th Grade French
6th-12th Grade AP Biology

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Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Science, Economics

Myles

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9+ years

Myles

Bachelor of Engineering, Civil Engineering
Myles's other Tutor Subjects
7th Grade AP Physics
6th-12th Grade Physics
6th-12th Grade Chemistry
Algebra

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Stony Brook University

Bachelor of Engineering, Civil Engineering

Suffolk County Community College

Associate in Science, Civil Engineering

Jane

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8+ years

Jane

Current Undergrad Student, English
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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...

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Princeton University

Current Undergrad Student, English

Test Scores
SAT
1540
ACT
34
Anna

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5+ years

Anna

Current Grad Student, Communication Sciences and Disorders
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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

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10+ years

Deborah

Master of Arts, English
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6th Grade AP Language Composition
ACT Writing
Business
Business Writing

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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

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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

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Frequently Asked Questions

7th grade AP Physics students often struggle with translating real-world motion into mathematical models, particularly with vector components and free-body diagrams. Many find the jump from intuitive understanding to formal physics reasoning difficult—for example, understanding why an object moving at constant velocity has zero net force challenges their everyday experience. Additionally, students frequently mix up kinematics (describing motion) with dynamics (explaining forces), and they struggle with the abstract nature of fields and energy transformations. A tutor experienced with this level can identify whether a student's confusion stems from weak foundational math skills or conceptual misunderstandings about physics principles themselves.

Effective tutors break down multi-step physics problems into a systematic process: identifying what's given and what's unknown, drawing diagrams (especially free-body diagrams), selecting the right equations, and checking if answers make physical sense. Rather than just showing the solution, strong tutors have students practice explaining their reasoning aloud—this reveals whether they're pattern-matching equations or truly understanding the physics. For kinematics problems, tutors often use motion graphs alongside equations so students see the connection between visual representations and mathematical relationships. This scaffolded approach helps students build confidence tackling unfamiliar problem types on assessments.

It's genuinely both, but conceptual understanding comes first. A student might be strong in algebra but struggle to set up a problem correctly if they don't grasp that acceleration and velocity are different quantities. However, weak algebra skills can also mask solid physics reasoning—a student might understand forces perfectly but make algebraic errors when solving for acceleration. The best tutors assess each student individually to determine whether struggles stem from math gaps (which need targeted review) or physics misconceptions (which need different explanations and analogies). Often, tutoring involves addressing both simultaneously, showing how the math serves the physics concepts.

One of the most persistent misconceptions is that "heavier objects fall faster"—students often conflate mass with acceleration due to gravity. Another is believing that moving objects need a constant force to keep moving, when actually zero net force maintains constant velocity. Students also frequently think energy is "used up" rather than transformed, and they struggle to distinguish between speed (scalar) and velocity (vector), leading to errors in problems involving direction. Tutors address these by using demonstrations, thought experiments, and comparing predictions to actual outcomes. Recognizing and correcting these deep-seated misconceptions early prevents them from compounding as students encounter more advanced topics like circular motion and waves.

Strong tutors help students see that labs aren't separate from theory—they're where theory becomes real. For example, a friction experiment isn't just about collecting data; it's about discovering that friction depends on the normal force but not on surface area, which then connects to Newton's laws. Tutors guide students in analyzing what their lab results reveal about physics principles and why theoretical predictions matched (or didn't match) actual measurements. This approach helps students understand that physics equations describe patterns observed in nature, not arbitrary rules to memorize. When students grasp this connection, they're better equipped to apply concepts to novel problems and assessments.

Energy and momentum are both conserved quantities, which confuses students who think they're interchangeable—but they measure fundamentally different things. Momentum (mass × velocity) describes how hard it is to stop an object, while kinetic energy (½ mass × velocity²) describes the capacity to do work. The fact that momentum is a vector and energy is a scalar adds another layer of complexity. Tutors often use collision scenarios to clarify: two objects can have equal momentum but different kinetic energies, or vice versa, depending on their masses and speeds. Once students practice problems where they must choose the right conservation law for the situation, the distinction becomes clearer and they stop defaulting to whichever concept they learned first.

Physics problems require reading comprehension, setup time, and calculation—so time management is critical. Effective strategies include: read the entire problem before starting calculations to avoid false starts, sketch a diagram immediately to visualize the scenario, identify which physics principles apply before writing equations, and estimate whether your answer is reasonable (a car shouldn't accelerate at 1000 m/s²). Students should practice problems under timed conditions to develop pacing instincts and learn which problem types consume more time. Tutors also teach students to recognize when they're stuck and should move on rather than spending five minutes on one calculation—returning to difficult problems after completing easier ones often provides fresh perspective and prevents time anxiety from derailing the entire assessment.

Beyond understanding physics content, effective tutors for this level need strong pedagogical skills—the ability to explain abstract concepts multiple ways and recognize why a particular explanation isn't clicking for a student. They should have experience identifying the difference between careless errors and conceptual misunderstandings, and they need patience with the frustration that comes when intuition conflicts with physics principles. Tutors working with advanced 7th graders should be comfortable with algebra and geometry since these are essential tools, and they should stay current with how physics is taught at the secondary level—teaching approaches have evolved significantly. Most importantly, they should genuinely enjoy physics and be able to convey why understanding motion, forces, and energy is intellectually satisfying, not just a hurdle to clear.

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