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3+ years
Israel
I am looking forward to being able to help you on your academic journey. It is definitely not the most exciting for most of you, but I'll do my best to help you get to where you want to be. I currently have two Bachelor of Science degrees in Physics and Engineering Science from Penn State, where I a...
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4+ years
Corrina
I am really passionate about all the subjects that I teach and my goal with tutoring is to inspire my students to feel the same passion. I love tutoring because I love being able to make a positive difference in my students lives.
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Certified Tutor
4+ years
Alexander
I am a recent graduate of Cornell University, where I acquired a B.S. and M.Eng in Electrical and Computer Engineering and a minor in Computer Science. I've enjoyed assisting in education for as long as I can remember (cheesy, I know); I loved being a little "teacher's assistant" at my grandmother's...
Cornell University
Master of Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Cornell University
B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering
Cornell University
M.Eng in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Certified Tutor
5+ years
Robert
I am dedicated to helping others make sense of the world around them.
Metropolitan Community College-Penn Valley
Associate in Arts, Arts, General

Certified Tutor
4+ years
I'm most passionate about tutoring chemistry, physics, and my native language German. I love the precision of the science and enjoy sharing the fascination of science with my students.
University of Hamburg (Germany)
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

Certified Tutor
3+ years
Michael
I am proud to say that, over the past 30-plus years, I have had many of my students go on to post-secondary education in Math, Physics, and Engineering.
Vanderbilt University
Master of Science, Molecular Biology
Trinity College
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Certified Tutor
3+ years
Brianna
I am a Senior in college at Cedarville University currently studying civil engineering. I have taken up through Calculus 3 along with Physics 1& 2, Statistics, Geometry, Trigonometry, Precalculus, and Algebra. I also received an excellent score on the SAT after many stressful hours of studying. I un...
Cedarville University
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering

Certified Tutor
6+ years
Samantha
I am extremely passionate about all forms of science and math, I have discovered that my true passion is in teaching. I want to not only help my students learn, but to actually get them excited about what they study and to find what they enjoy in school.
University
Bachelor's

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Kathryn
I am a mechanical engineering grad and current law student passionate about helping those interested in the STEM field
Valparaiso University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Certified Tutor
8+ years
Jane
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...
Princeton University
Current Undergrad Student, English
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Anna
ACCUPLACER ESL - Listening Tutor • +34 Subjects
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 for five years. I taught kindergarten, first grade, and second grade in math, reading, writing, and science. I am currently a graduate student pursuing my master's in speech language pathology, which I plan to practice in the schools. I believe the care and attention of teachers for students is integral to the development of a healthy, happy child. I enjoy getting to know the children I work with and watch their personalities and minds develop.
Deborah
6th Grade AP Language Composition Tutor • +28 Subjects
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 instructed multiples of thousands of students with varying degrees of academic abilities, beginning with at-risk to advanced learners. A substantial amount of my career was spent preparing these learners to pass standardized essay exams, computerized COMPASS Writing Skills Exams, and COMPASS Reading Skills Exams. Pass rates ranged from eighty to one- hundred percent. The subjects I am most passionate about teaching are all types of Writings (Expository, Argumentative, Business, Technical, and Research Writing) and Reading skills (comprehension, main idea, inference, vocabulary, etc.) on the middle school, high school, and college levels with all the ancillary subjects such as practical grammar, syntax, editing, standardized essay exams, computerized editing and reading exams, as well as computerized exams, such as ACT, SAT, and ACCUPLACER. I am equally prepared to tutor GED students. My philosophy about education is that all students can learn with the right amount of quality instruction and two-hundred percent effort. Additionally, a quality education is a necessity for a quality life. During my leisure time, I enjoy research and writing, listening to relaxing music, and watching football and basketball.
Deborah
Algebra Tutor • +7 Subjects
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.
Katherine
ACT Science Tutor • +32 Subjects
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.
Samantha
10th Grade Reading Tutor • +119 Subjects
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 the University of Wisconsin - Whitewater where I double majored in International Business and French. I also obtained my paralegal certificate and minored in Legal Studies. After my undergraduate program, I earned my Juris Doctorate from Vermont Law School where I specialized in International Environmental Treaties. I also obtained my certificate in Comparative Legal Systems.I began working as a child care provider in 1998 and continued until I graduated from Law School. I also worked as a para-educator for down-syndrome children in Vermont public schools. For the past four years, I have taught at the collegiate level. I have taught many subjects including legal research and writing, political science, professional development, college career and success, sociology, computer science, English, ethics, and accounting.Besides my formal education, I have a diverse arts background, including Voice, French Horn, and Dance. I enjoy many sports including ice skating, hiking, skiing, and biking. I am currently learning photography. Lastly, I am an avid volunteer in my community. In particular, I provide event management, planning, and fundraising support to Animal Aid, the Girl Scouts, Well Arts, and Humane Educators Reaching Teachers (HEART).From this diverse background, I offer tutoring in English, Literature, Accounting, French, Voice, Elementary and Middle School Math, Phonics, Political Science, Legal Studies, LSAT Prep, Study Skills, Science, and Public Speaking.For my full work history and credential, please feel free to visit my LinkedIn page at: www.linkedin.com/pub/samantha-balmes/50/326/a0a/
Christopher
Algebra Tutor • +7 Subjects
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 work at kumon learning centers in tutoring. I love helping students not only learn the material themselves, but being able to know it well enough that they can teach it themselves, achieving my goal of getting students to work autonomously without required help. The many interests I have outside of the classroom includes playing basketball, running, video games, and computer programming.
Jerry
ACT Writing Tutor • +2 Subjects
Hey, I enjoy teaching math, computer science, and the SAT! Contact me if you are interested in these.
Amy
College English Tutor • +13 Subjects
I have a B.A. in French and a diploma in Business French from the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Paris. I also speak Greek, Italian, and Spanish.I have worked as a private tutor in the area of foreign languages, essay writing, and a variety of other subjects for more than a decade. In that time, I have witnessed the difficulties many students have when learning something that seems unfamiliar, uninteresting, or just makes no sense. Seeing this, I believe it is my responsibility to be a positive influence by ensuring that all my students do well and understand the material. For example, with French, I always give them a brief English grammar lesson beforehand which helps tremendously boost their confidence level as the foreign gradually becomes familiar.I am truly excited about working with students and encouraging them to excel. There is nothing more gratifying than seeing a student conquer his/her fears and expressing him/herself in a way he/she never thought possible. I work with each student’s specific needs in a patient yet firm manner. I also exhibit determination, empathy, and humor to make learning an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Most importantly, I am personable and understanding and believe that brings me closer to helping my students.In my free time, I love cooking Mediterranean/Greek cuisine and would love to open a restaurant one day. I also write poetry, short stories, etc. and am currently working on my first novel. Lastly, I adore knitting and crocheting cute, fashionable clothes and accessories for girls.
Gabrielle
AP Biology Tutor • +25 Subjects
I am recent graduate of Binghamton University, with a Bachelor of Sciences in Biology. I am deeply committed to the value of education, and believe that learning is a gift and an opportunity for growth that should be available to everyone. For this reason, I am passionate about tutoring and helping students, so that everyone is able to not only do well in school, but to fall in love with learning in the process. Anyone can enrich themselves through learning. This is the foundation of my teaching philosophy: in addition to emphasizing results and academic achievement, I believe it is integral to find an individual approach to each student and to focus first and foremost on teaching students to study in a way that is effective and engaging. I tutor elementary, middle, and high school students in all subjects. In my free time, I like to go running, practice dance, learn new languages, and play ping-pong.
Julie
Languages Tutor • +4 Subjects
I am a graduate of LaSalle University in Mexico City. I received my Bachelor of Science degree inBusiness Administration with a focus on management. I am also a certifiedteacher of Spanish. Since graduation I have worked in Human Resources and I havealso been tutoring children and adults in private and public schools, as wellas online. I am very enthusiastic about teaching my native language because Ifeel that in that way I am enriching my students' education and experiences inlearning aspects of another culture. One area where we seem to have the mostfun is prepping for exams and writing assignments. I am a firm proponent ofeducation, and as a tutor, my approach is based on each of my students'level of proficiency, their goals, and their learning pace. I focus on providinga pleasant and safe experience for my students. I prepare lesson plans that arecreative and introduce new topics in a fun way, spending enough time reviewingthe material. Afterwards, I allow students time to practice on their own. I encourage you to contact me to schedule so togetherwe can start achieving your goals
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Students often find circular motion, rotational dynamics, and angular momentum conceptually challenging because they require visualizing motion in multiple dimensions simultaneously. Electromagnetic induction and Faraday's law are also common pain points—many students memorize the formulas without grasping why changing magnetic flux creates an induced current. Additionally, thermodynamics concepts like entropy and the second law of thermodynamics tend to feel abstract until connected to real molecular behavior. A tutor can help bridge the gap between formula manipulation and the underlying physics principles driving these phenomena.
Vector decomposition and force diagrams are foundational to Grade 12 Physics, but many students struggle to visualize how forces combine or why breaking forces into components matters. Tutors work through systematic approaches—drawing accurate free-body diagrams, resolving forces into x and y components, and applying Newton's laws methodically. This skill directly transfers to more complex topics like projectile motion, inclined planes, and circular motion, where weak vector fundamentals often cause cascading confusion. With personalized practice, students develop the spatial reasoning needed to tackle multi-force scenarios confidently.
Unit conversions require understanding not just the conversion factor, but why it matters—converting 100 km/h to m/s isn't just arithmetic; it's recognizing that the same speed looks different in different units. Many students rush through conversions without checking if their answer makes physical sense, leading to errors that cascade through multi-step problems. Tutors emphasize dimensional analysis as a problem-solving tool, not just a mechanical step, helping students build intuition about whether their answer is reasonable. This approach transforms unit conversions from a tedious chore into a built-in error-checking mechanism.
Lab work in Grade 12 Physics requires understanding the scientific method, identifying variables, and interpreting data—skills that go beyond just following procedure sheets. Tutors help students design experiments with clear hypotheses, recognize sources of error, and analyze whether results support their predictions. Whether measuring acceleration, investigating energy conservation, or exploring electromagnetic properties, personalized instruction ensures students understand what they're measuring and why. This deeper engagement with experiments strengthens both conceptual understanding and the scientific reasoning skills colleges expect.
Energy and momentum problems require students to identify which conservation laws apply, choose the right equations, and understand when kinetic energy is conserved versus when it's lost to heat or deformation. Many students memorize formulas without recognizing that elastic collisions conserve both momentum and kinetic energy, while inelastic collisions only conserve momentum. Tutors teach a systematic framework: identify the system, determine if external forces act, apply the appropriate conservation law, and check if the answer makes physical sense. This strategic approach helps students tackle unfamiliar problem variations with confidence rather than relying on pattern matching.
Concepts like electric fields, magnetic fields, and wave behavior are inherently abstract—students can't see them directly, which makes understanding their properties challenging. Tutors use multiple representations: diagrams showing field lines, animations or sketches of wave propagation, and real-world analogies (like ripples in water for wave behavior). Breaking down electromagnetic waves into oscillating electric and magnetic fields, or explaining how field strength varies with distance, becomes clearer with visual support and concrete examples. This multi-modal approach helps students build mental models they can apply to new situations rather than memorizing isolated facts.
Effective exam prep requires more than reviewing notes—students need practice applying concepts to novel problems, understanding common misconceptions, and managing time under pressure. Tutors help identify weak areas through diagnostic problem sets, then target those gaps with targeted practice. They also teach problem-solving strategies: reading carefully, drawing diagrams, identifying given information, selecting appropriate equations, and checking answers for reasonableness. Regular practice with past exam questions and timed problem sets builds both content mastery and the test-taking confidence students need to perform well.
When students see how Newton's laws explain vehicle safety systems, how energy conservation applies to power generation, or how wave properties enable medical imaging, abstract formulas become meaningful. Tutors connect concepts to tangible examples—explaining why seatbelts and airbags work through momentum and impulse, or how renewable energy systems apply thermodynamic principles. This contextual learning deepens conceptual understanding and helps students retain information longer. It also builds appreciation for why Grade 12 Physics matters, whether students pursue STEM fields or simply want to understand the technology and natural phenomena around them.
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