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Matthew
I'm a highly creative person who works best with visual thinkers. Very recently graduated from Stanford University, I majored in Human Biology with a concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science. Technical though my background may be, I am currently gigging as a singer/songwriter/composer i...
Stanford University
Bachelors in Human Biology (concentration in Bioinformatics and Stem Cell Science)

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Mark
I am a recent Yale graduate with a B.S in chemical engineering. I have over 5 years of experience tutoring a wide range of subjects, and I am very passionate about math and science. My favorite part of tutoring is instilling confidence into students and making them feel that they can understand and ...
Yale University
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

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I'm a scientist with experience working in Research and Development in lubricants, greases, paints and other specialty chemicals. I tutor math and science because I really enjoy helping people and sharing my knowledge. Some great teachers made a big difference in my education because they helped me ...
University of Chicago
PhD in Chemistry
Lafayette College
Bachelors, Chemistry/Phyics

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Dennis
I'm an Iowa native who moved to Nashville for graduate school. My background is in the life sciences; I have a Masters from Vanderbilt in Chemical and Physical Biology, and my undergraduate degree is in Biochemistry. However, my education has been well rounded and I have interests in philosophy, lit...
Vanderbilt University
Masters, Chemical and Physical Biology
Grinnell College
Bachelors, Biochemistry

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Shawn
I am a patient teacher who can explain problems in many different ways according to how individual students learn best. I only ask that you know and explain to me what topics you do not know or get so far. I know that every student can learn a subject with a combination of practice and patience, but...
University of California Los Angeles
Master of Science, Chemistry

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Hasan
I am a graduate of Marmara University in Istanbul, Turkey. I received my Bachelor of Science in Chemistry teaching with a focus on General science and Organic Chemistry. Since graduation, I have traveled and worked in different cities of Turkey and in Uzbekistan. I have been working in USA since 200...
Cleveland State University
Master of Science, Chemistry
Marmara university
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry

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Samantha
I'm a graduate of Cornell University, where I earned a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry & Chemical Biology with a focus on food science. After graduation I decided to take a gap year before applying for a graduate degree program and worked for six months at a winery internship in California. Over my h...
Cornell University
Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry

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10+ years
I am an avid rower and bicyclist. I also greatly enjoy growing vegetables and playing basketball.
Yale University
Bachelors

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Nicole
I am a graduate of the University of California, Los Angeles. I received my Bachelor of Arts in International Development Studies with a focus on the Middle East and North Africa. I also completed a minor in Public Health during my undergraduate career. Upon my graduation from UCLA in June 2013, I r...
University of California Los Angeles
Bachelors, International Development Studies

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Wesley
I am currently a graduate student at Institute of Optics at the University of Rochester conducting research in Biophysical Chemistry. I recently graduated in June 2017 from the University of California - Irvine with two Bachelor degrees. One was in Biomedical Engineering and the other was in Materia...
University of California-Irvine
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
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Lenique
Calculus Tutor • +35 Subjects
I am a 2021 graduate from Duke University where I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology, with Distinction. At Duke, I also minored in Global Health and Chemistry and was a recipient of the Benjamin N. Duke full-ride scholarship based on leadership, service, and academics. I will be attending Yale Medical School as a member of the entering class of 2022. Having recently navigated the medical school application process with many interviews and acceptances, I have begun helping others with their essay writing and application prep. I come from a large Caribbean family and I love learning about other cultures while sharing my own. I enjoy teaching and have worked with everyone from Kindergarteners to middle and high school students to college students and even older adults! My primary teaching experience and interests are all elementary and middle school subjects, biology (through college level), beginner Spanish, essay writing, and test prep/study skills. I have also been an art educator for K-10 and adults!
Suzie
AP Calculus AB Tutor • +41 Subjects
I am currently working towards my MD/PhD degree at Michigan Medical School. Hobbies: reading, writing, books, music, singing, running, art
Alex
AP Calculus BC Tutor • +55 Subjects
I am a rising sophomore at Cornell University. I am studying Statistics and Economics, with possible minors in information science and computer science. I have been working with students for several years now and have provided academic support to my peers throughout my time as a high school and now college student. Through my religious school, I taught students of all ages, ranging from Pre-K through 8th Grade. In high school, I helped prepare students for AP, SAT, ACT, and SAT subject tests as part of my role in the National Honor Society. I have considerable personal experience with a vast array of subjects and love sharing my knowledge and experience with others. From calculus to creative writing, I have a genuine passion for all academic pursuits and helping others feel the same way.
Gabriel
8th Grade math Tutor • +36 Subjects
I'm a born and raised Austinite and recently earned my Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Texas A&M University in May 2015. I mostly tutor high school/college math and science courses, as well as SAT/ACT and MCAT prep. My favorite classes to help students with are biology, physics, biochemistry and statistics! I took 14 AP classes in high school, and retook many of the math and sciences class in college. I think this helps with tutoring because I learned the material multiple times and from many great teachers, so if a student doesn't understand a concept at first, I can hopefully explain it in another way that I've learned.
Alan
Geometry Tutor • +20 Subjects
I am a graduate of Boston Latin School and MIT. I have loved math and science since I was a child, and I loved my time at MIT, earning a BS in Materials Science, a PhD in Materials Science, and doing post doctoral work there. After leaving that academic world, I was drawn to software engineering and started my own software consulting business, which I have run for many years. I found that tutoring my sons and daughters and other young people in math has been very rewarding and that my enthusiasm for math and science can be infectious. My approach to instruction is to determine quickly what issues prevent the student from understanding the material and to work in a supportive and guided manner to help the student achieve success. Nothing makes me happier than helping a student to gain confidence by mastering a topic they were having trouble with. I love music, mostly jazz and rock, a love I got from my parents. I read science fiction, and do Tai Chi, and am working towards becoming an instructor, which is another form of tutoring as I see it. I am an Eagle Scout, and for many years, I have mentored young men who are working on attaining that rank. I volunteer to help the seniors in my home town with electronic device problems in their homes. I believe that a good education is the foundation for success in life. I like to think I've motivated and encouraged many young minds to achieve success.
Tom
12th Grade math Tutor • +33 Subjects
I am firmly of the belief that learning a technical subject like chemistry, physics, or math is much like learning a foreign language: listening and reading is much easier than speaking and writing. It is all too easy to fall into the trap of believing that if you come to class and understand what the instructor is saying, you don't need to practice the material. Accordingly, I emphasize the need to practice "speaking" the language on a regular basis and to receive immediate feedback on one's learning. In my free time I enjoy woodworking and playing with Legos with my small children.
Jon
Pre-Algebra Tutor • +27 Subjects
I am a recent Master's Grad in Chemistry from Princeton University. My main teaching experience comes from lots of tutoring in high-school and working as a TA at Princeton this past year (my kids even won me a teaching award for their good reviews!). Before that I got my B.A. in Chemistry from Northwestern University. I'm originally from the Jersey Shore area and went to a special math and science high-school for Ocean County students (also I was Math League captain and have been 2x Ocean County Math League champ). My specialties are in Chemistry and standardized test Math prep. I make sure to have a good time with all of my students and like to joke around while making sure we stay on track. Feel free to reach out with any questions about me you may have. Have a nice day!
Benjin
Calculus Tutor • +19 Subjects
I'm not that guy! Like many students, understanding comes with repetition of principles and hard work. I have the perspective of a student trying to understand, not a teacher trying to preach. I love working with people from the ground up; we start at the comfort zone and work our way to improvement. I know I don't know everything, so I'm excited to learn as well!
Prateek
College Algebra Tutor • +28 Subjects
I am a graduate of Johns Hopkins University and Drexel University College of Medicine. I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in neuroscience and I am pursuing a residency in internal medicine. Teaching has been a passion of mine for nearly a decade. I have tutored at the high school, college, and medical school level in many math and science subjects and for the SAT, MCAT, and USMLE. I have tutored one on one and in classes of up to 40 people. The greatest joy in teaching for me is watching a student succeed at their goal whether it is getting a good grade in class or passing a dreaded test separating you from your next level of schooling. I focus on motivating and adapting to each individual students strengths and weaknesses. I hope to tailor my skills to suit you in the best way possible. I believe that self-confidence and thorough preparation ensure success with any subject. In graduating from medical school I have been through it all from the pressure of AP tests to studying all night for a college final to wrangling with the MCAT. I am here to provide all of my knowledge and experience to you and to help you achieve all the goals you have set forward in any way possible. Let me join you on the next step of your journey.
Spencer
12th Grade math Tutor • +78 Subjects
I am a graduate of Brigham Young University where I majored in International Relations and Russian and of Thunderbird School of Global Management where I earned an MBA in International Business. My college and graduate studies include coursework in Writing, Literature, Geography, History, Political Science, Russian, Music, Business, Math, Science, and Art. Because of my experience with many different disciplines, I am able to teach a wide variety of subjects and have experience working with students of all ages from middle school to middle aged. My greatest skill as a tutor is the ability to adapt challenging material to the viewpoint of my students. This allows me to build bridges of understanding that help more analytical people feel at home in creative disciplines or vice versa. If you are a gifted artist struggling with Math, or an aspiring scientist struggling with creative writing, I'm your man! I am also a very experienced writer and editor. In my free time I enjoy hiking, literature, ultimate Frisbee, international travel, soccer, baking, music, strategy games, and philosophical discussions. I have lived in Africa, Western Europe, and Russia and visited over a dozen countries. Please note that due to the many different subjects I have studied, the list of classes above is not complete. If you have tutoring needs for a very specific subject, I may well have taken a course in that area. Feel free to reach out with questions!
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Physical Science courses usually combine foundational physics and chemistry concepts, including matter and energy, forces and motion, waves and sound, heat and temperature, electricity and magnetism, atomic structure, and chemical reactions. The specific topics and their depth vary by grade level and curriculum standards. A tutor can help you understand which concepts are emphasized in your particular course and break down complex topics like balancing chemical equations or applying Newton's laws of motion.
Physical Science involves visualizing things we can't see directly—from atomic structures to invisible forces. Tutors use diagrams, demonstrations, analogies, and interactive explanations to make abstract ideas concrete. For example, they might use everyday objects to explain Newton's laws, draw molecular models to show how chemical bonds work, or use energy diagrams to clarify how energy transfers between systems. This visual and conceptual approach helps you move beyond memorization to genuine understanding.
Memorization might help you recall definitions, but understanding lets you apply concepts to new situations and explain the 'why' behind phenomena. For instance, you might memorize that "density equals mass divided by volume," but understanding means recognizing when to use that formula, what it tells you about different materials, and how density affects whether objects float. Personalized tutoring focuses on building conceptual understanding through explanation, practice, and connecting ideas to real-world examples—skills that matter far more on assessments and in future science courses.
These skills require both procedural knowledge (knowing the steps) and conceptual understanding (knowing why those steps work). Balancing equations can feel like guessing, and unit conversions involve abstract thinking about proportions. A tutor breaks these processes into manageable steps, shows you how to check your work, and helps you see the underlying logic. With practice and feedback, what feels confusing becomes systematic—you'll develop confidence and the ability to tackle similar problems independently.
Physical Science tutoring isn't just about content—it's about thinking like a scientist. Tutors help you practice the scientific method, make predictions, design simple experiments, and interpret data. They teach you to ask 'what if' questions, test assumptions, and troubleshoot when results don't match expectations. These critical thinking and problem-solving skills transfer beyond Physical Science to other subjects and real-world situations, making you a more analytical thinker overall.
The best Physical Science tutors have strong subject knowledge, patience with visual and conceptual explanations, and the ability to connect abstract ideas to real-world applications. They should ask you questions to understand your learning style, identify specific gaps, and tailor explanations accordingly. They're also good at breaking complex topics into smaller pieces and checking comprehension along the way. When you connect with a tutor through Varsity Tutors, you can discuss these qualities to find someone who's the right fit for your learning needs.
Absolutely. Many students understand concepts in theory but struggle to apply them in the lab or interpret experimental results. A tutor can help you prepare for lab activities by explaining the underlying science, walk you through data analysis, and help you connect observations back to the concepts you're learning. This bridge between theory and hands-on practice strengthens both your conceptual understanding and your ability to think scientifically when faced with real phenomena.
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