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Hello, I go by Leo and will be happy to help out high school students to excel in math and science and their practical applications to engineering. Thank you! Read more
Can also tutor: Calculus, Algebra, Pre-Calculus and 24 more subjects.
Education
- United States Air Force Academy - Bachelor of Science, Aerospace Engineering
- Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Doctor of Philosophy, Nuclear Engineering
Biography
...the most rewarding work I've ever done. My engineering background has allowed me to take a wide variety of math and science courses, including Caclulus, Physics, and Chemistry, a few of my favorite subjects to tutor. I enjoy helping students prepare for standardized tests, as these tests require not only knowledge, but quick thinking and strong decision making skills. During my free time, I like playing Ultimate, reading, and playing an occasional game of Cribbage... Read more
Can also tutor: Physical Science, Engineering, Middle School Science and 63 more subjects.
Education
- UW Madison - Bachelors, Industrial Engineering
- UW Madison - Masters, Industrial Engineering
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 33
- ACT English: 31
- ACT Math: 36
Biography
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Can also tutor: Calculus 2, Technology and Coding, Data Structures and 18 more subjects.
Education
- Colorado Mesa University - Bachelor of Science, Physics
- Colorado Mesa University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
- University of Minnesota-Duluth - Doctor of Science, Materials Science
Biography
I love to teach. I love young minds and fresh brains. Those are just like clean sheets of papers I can draw anything I like. I really like to help young people to achieve their full capacities with my long experience of teaching. I am very patient and good at explaining complex concepts in simple terms. I am looking forward to meeting students who need my help. Read more
Can also tutor: Calculus, GRE Subject Test in Physics, Pre-Calculus and 29 more subjects.
Education
- Seoul National University - Bachelor of Science, Physics
- University of Pennsylvania - Doctor of Philosophy, Atomic and Molecular Physics
Biography
...everyone to have (at least) a basic understanding of math and science as this helps us to better understand our world. I am greatly motivated to teach in a way that my students understand the fundamental principles and not in a way that they can merely get the right answer. I love trying to pass on my enthusiasm for math and science to my students, and I am always looking for ways to show how... Read more
Can also tutor: AP Physics 1, Spanish 2, Algebra and 29 more subjects.
Education
- Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor of Science, Applied Physics
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 34
- ACT English: 35
- ACT Math: 35
Biography
...mathematics and music, I went to Bryn Mawr College for graduate school, where I earned my Master's studying dark matter, and my Ph.D. studying atomic physics. While I was there, I taught in various labs, ran problem solving sessions for the pre-med physics course, and tutored several students one-on-one. After graduating, I spent three years as a visiting professor at Austin College. I think the best way to learn something is to DO it, so... Read more
Can also tutor: Math, Algebra, Pre-Calculus and 6 more subjects.
Education
- University of Mount Union - Bachelor of Science, Physics
- Bryn Mawr College - Master of Science, Physics
- Bryn Mawr College - Doctor of Science, Physics
Biography
Providing guidance in science and mathematics to help students understand the real-world applications of scientific and mathematical concepts in their everyday lives. I have a B.S.E. in Aerospace Engineering and a B.S. in Sustainable Energy Materials and Technology, and I am pursuing my M.S. in Aerospace Engineering.... Learning science and mathematics through real-world applications that show how concepts can actually be used to solve real problems.... I'd ask them about topics they feel uncomfortable with, as... Read more
Can also tutor: Engineering, GRE Subject Test in Physics, Algebra 2 and 44 more subjects.
Education
- Arizona State University - Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering
- Arizona State University - Current Grad Student, Aerospace Engineering
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1380
- SAT Math: 700
Biography
...my own words and visual illustrations. This helped me through engineering school and eventually through my doctoral thesis projects. My goal is to provide you with the best personalized lessons to help you achieve your academic success. Educational background: I pursued my Bachelors in Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) at Korea University. During this time, I went to Nagoya University to study Japanese for a semester and travel around the country. After graduating, I went to... Read more
Can also tutor: Chemistry, Substitute, Calculus and 12 more subjects.
Education
- Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Doctor of Engineering, Materials Engineering
Biography
...that the student can better understand the question. Some students need visual representations of numbers and systems to understand them, and others benefit more by understanding the concepts behind each formula. I prefer to tutor in math and physics, and especially with real world application problems. I hope to help students improve their standardized test scores and their understanding of the math and sciences so that they can achieve their academic goals! Read more
Can also tutor: Mechanical Engineering, Trigonometry, SAT Math and 31 more subjects.
Education
- Yale University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 34
- ACT English: 34
- ACT Math: 35
Biography
I graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NYC in 2008, the oldest English speaking acting conservatory in the world. I graduated Summa from University of St Thomas with a BA in English, and just wrapped up a MS in Data Science from Northwestern. I'm a huge Red Sox fan and love watching detective shows when I have free time.... Positivity. Always. I believe that if a student is given positive tools and is... Read more
Can also tutor: Chemistry, SAT Math, Social Sciences and 110 more subjects.
Education
- American Academy of Dramatic Arts - Associates, Acting
- University of St. Thomas - Bachelor of Fine Arts, English/Drama
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 36
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
- SAT Verbal: 750
Biography
...physics) and English. My favorite subject to tutor is algebra because it is like a puzzle, and who does not like a good puzzle? My teaching philosophy consists of learning about the students' interests and providing a way to relate their interests into the work they are doing so it can be more meaningful to them. I have found that the more a subject means to a student personally, the better they do in the... Read more
Education
- Princeton University - Bachelors, Biology, General
Biography
...begin to struggle in a class is because they have fallen behind in some way and therefore lost confidence. My main goal as a tutor will be to restore their confidence in the subject by providing complete understanding of concepts as well as preparing them for the most complex examples so that they will not be caught off guard in the class. I also believe tutoring should be a cooperation with the student because they... Read more
Can also tutor: Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biology and 43 more subjects.
Education
- University of South Florida-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Biomedical Sciences
Test Scores
- ACT Math: 32
- ACT Reading: 31
- SAT Verbal: 740
Biography
...of Science degree in Chemical Engineering. I am currently working in the lab of Professor Robert Langer at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology working on novel drug delivery systems for the gastrointestinal tract. I am hoping to attend medical school in pursuit of becoming a physician. I am currently interested in pediatrics and psychiatry but I am looking forward to exploring a range of available disciplines. I enjoy tutoring because I find it to be... Read more
Can also tutor: Chemistry, Elementary School Science, AP Environmental Science and 93 more subjects.
Education
- Northeastern University - Bachelors, Chemical Engineering
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 34
- ACT English: 35
- ACT Math: 34
Biography
...degree in physics and computer science from the University Of British Columbia. I have years of experience as a teaching assistant and have been an instructor at a college level. I've taught hundreds of students to program effectively in a wide range of languages, as well many different physics courses. In the corporate world, I've found the experience of watching a mentee grow and thrive the most satisfying. While small classroom experiences are fun, I... Read more
Can also tutor: Engineering, Electronics, Astronomy and 40 more subjects.
Education
- University of British Columbia - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
- University of British Columbia - Master of Science, Physics
- University of Pennsylvania - Master of Science, Physics
Biography
...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... Read more
Can also tutor: Biology, Chemistry, Algebra and 53 more subjects.
Education
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Environmental Engineering
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Masters, Environmental Engineering
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
- SAT Math: 800
- SAT Verbal: 800
Biography
...focus on mathematics, my favorite subjects to tutor are within these fields as well: while any opportunity to explain new mathematical concepts to students is a great joy to me, I find that the breakthroughs students experience in calculus and basic algebra (Algebra I or Algebra II) are the most exciting, and those subjects are correspondingly my favorite to tutor. When I'm not tutoring or studying, I'm pretty reliably involved in some way in one... Read more
Can also tutor: Chemistry, College Physics, IB Mathematics HL and 47 more subjects.
Education
- Swarthmore - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
- CUNY Graduate School and University Center - PHD, Mathematics
Biography
...mathematics lectures tend to lean more theoretical in nature, so I believe that tutoring should serve as a practical supplement to the otherwise dense and theoretical lectures. Of course, I also see the value in having theoretical-style lectures, and enjoy teaching those. However, especially for students who are just beginning to learn physics and mathematics, seeing many MANY worked examples is crucial to internalizing the material. Moreover, having these tutoring sessions be interactive, where I... Read more
Can also tutor: Chemistry, AP Physics C: Mechanics, AP Chemistry and 29 more subjects.
Education
- Brandeis University - Bachelor in Arts, Physics
- New York University - Doctor of Science, Physics
Test Scores
- SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
- SAT Math: 800
- SAT Verbal: 720
Biography
...college science tutor at USC, and I also teach younger students at a weekly Girl Scout program in Watts. In high school, I tutored for the SAT as well as teaching swimming lessons for over four years, so I am very confident in my ability to make complicated topics understandable. My favorite area is standardized testing. I love the look on a student's face when they realize that they don't have to be nervous about... Read more
Can also tutor: Chemistry, Anatomy & Physiology, Biology and 44 more subjects.
Education
- University of Southern California - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Biography
...of studying under my belt ready to get kids to want to learn. I pride myself getting students to be as confident in their answers, as I am in mine. My area of expertise ranges from algebra to physics to test prep and even basic Spanish. Everyone has a different way of learning, and everyone is motivated is different ways. I'm here to help you discover how you like to learn, and use that method... Read more
Can also tutor: Chemistry, HSPT Math, Trigonometry and 41 more subjects.
Education
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Current Undergrad, Electrical Engineering
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 32
- ACT English: 31
- ACT Math: 35
Biography
...from 13 to 50, in various subjects such as calculus and chemistry. While I enjoy tutoring students in all of the subjects I specialize in, I love tutoring students in physics (specifically, mechanics and waves). Physics is my favorite subject to tutor because while it is more difficult to demonstrate phenomena from other subjects such as organic chemistry, physics is a very prevalent science, so even by rolling my pencil off of a table, I... Read more
Can also tutor: 7th Grade Science, 3rd Grade Science, 8th Grade Science and 140 more subjects.
Education
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Earth and Environmental Engineering
Test Scores
- ACT Composite: 34
- ACT English: 34
- ACT Math: 34
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