Award-Winning Physics Tutors serving Kirkland, WA

...Illinois Tech in Chicago. A year ago I graduated from Ballard High School in Seattle. In High school I participated in FIRST Robotics and discovered a passion for things that move, prompting me to major in mechanical engineering. I have always enjoyed math. In high school I enjoyed my algebra and AP calculus courses. In college I have taken many courses that use applied math, including finance and physics. I have experience tutoring kids at...

...the University of Washington's interdisciplinary Bioengineering program. This is a highly competitive program that requires proficiency in nearly all areas of high school and college level science and mathematics subjects, which is why I chose to teach these subjects on the Varsity Tutors platform in 2018 (my freshman year of college). When I'm not tutoring, I like to spend my time running, hiking, reading, coding, and doing research. If there's anything else you'd like to...

...math as a skill that can be learned, like reading, rather than a talent you are born with or without. My tutoring style is hands-on. I believe that working through examples is the best way to solidify the concepts one is learning, especially when it comes to physics and math. I like working through an example with a tutee, and then having them solve some problems on their own. Outside of tutoring, I love playing...

...at the University of Washington Seattle, specializing in Nanoscience and Molecular Engineering. My goal is to help students reach the point where they won't just be able to ace exams, but will in fact be able to teach material back to me, since that is the sign of true understanding. When I see someone's face light up when a complicated set of ideas is distilled into a viscerally understandable (and exciting!) bite-sized concept, I get...

...University of Washington. My major is currently undeclared, though my primary interests are Computer Science, Comprehensive Mathematics, and/or ACMS: Discrete Math and Algorithms, with a possible minor in physics. While, I am passionate about all of these subjects, I am also generally interested in the progress of technology, and find myself excited at any new breakthrough. I am a firm proponent of education, and believe it to be necessary for a proper quality of life....

...engineers. I first started developing my love for STEM while attending Montessori school. As I continued with my education from a catholic high school to the University of Washington, I found my enthusiasm for problem solving became more and more engrained into my everyday life. I believe that success within any field of knowledge comes from continual curiosity and questioning of the models and methods presented before an individual. My favorite physicist David Hilbert famously...

...love sharing my interest in science and culture with students of all ages. I enjoy creating STEM demonstration sessions for local middle schools and mentoring for the Girls are the 5th FUNdamental Force Program as the executive chair and founder. In my free time I enjoy baking cupcakes, iceskating, and taking walks while listening to my Spotify Daily Mix. I hope to support all levels of learning inside and outside the classroom!

...focused on creating a productive environment but encouraging creative learning in STEM and finding joy and energy in those subjects. I am an electrical engineering graduate from the University of Illinois (2017). On a technical level, I focus on mathematics, especially linear algebra, differential equations, and calculus up until multivariable; I subsequently also have experience in all math levels below those. My EE background also means expertise in circuit theory and electromagnetics, covering most of...

...at the University of Washington as a Clinical research coordinator, working with children and adolescents who have experienced trauma in childhood. I intend to apply to Clinical Psychology PhD programs within the next few years. My love of theatre, psychology, and math all work together to help me become an effective tutor. I love finding creative ways to make content clearer for my students' unique learning styles. While I am capable of engaging with a...

I am currently a Master's mechanical engineering student at the University of Washington. I have a BS in ME as well as a minor in math from the UW. Throughout my undergrad and graduate studies, I have taken many math and science courses and built a strong foundation in the field. I am especially comfortable in algebra, calculus, and physics. My other interests include basketball, badminton, and making music.

When I tutor, I am working to share my excitement for learning. Each student is different and deserves to have a personalized experience, and I take pride in identifying my students' learning styles and tailoring their sessions to fit their relationship with academics. My primary goal is to help my students achieve theirs.

I have been helping students excel through tutoring in many forms for over a decade. I have worked with students from pre-K to 12th grade in math, science, and reading. I graduated from the University of Michigan in 2015 with my Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering. I am so happy to continue helping students understand their coursework better at Varsity Tutors.

...have experience teaching through working as a Teaching Assistant for Organic Chemistry I and II and Synthesis Lab I for the Georgia Tech BEST Study Abroad Program and through volunteering at STEM educational outreach events as president of the Georgia Tech chapter of Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society. I enjoy teaching as a way to share my passion for science and believe I offer a unique perspective as a current student in STEM.

...been very good at tutoring. Helping others with course work in school was the most common thing. Some of my friends even asked me to help their little sisters or brothers during long breaks, and the outcome was always outstanding. I always take two steps while tutoring others. Firstly, I will understand how the student think about the problem. Secondly, based on student's own idea, I will guide him/her to get the answer. I believe...

Having a masters degree in Aeronautics and Astronautics, I understand the importance of math and physics in this world and relish sharing it with others. My students have ranged from grade school to undergraduate students. During my masters, I have been a TA in the fields of Engineering Statics and Thermodynamics

...it was in high school that I considered a career in this area. The desire to study the applied physical sciences and mathematics prompted me to take admission in the engineering and was transformed into teaching. I have taught subjects like elementary math, algebra, calculus, basics of electrical engineering, electrical machines, power electronics, control theory and other core electrical engineering subjects. I have taught students at various levels starting from age group 4-21. This experience...

...from Georgia Tech, and I teach both math and science. I try to keep my math tutoring interesting by linking it to real scientific applications. Similarly, I try to give my science students an understanding of the deeper principles underlying the material they are learning. While I primarily teach students who are preparing for college or currently attending a STEM-focused program as an undergraduate or graduate student, I have experience teaching aspiring mathematicians and scientists...

...idea of applying mechanical engineering solutions to biological research and development. When I was in high school, I was watching Discovery Channels Shark Week. One of the early segments discussed the scientific application of an autonomous, torpedo-shaped device developed to track great white sharks off the Atlantic Coast. I found this so profoundly interesting because it combined my love of engineering with my fascination of science. I realized that if I could do something like...

...I hope to focus on Product Management in Technology, and strengthen my community involvement through tutoring and educational volunteer opportunities. I will be focusing on tutoring high school and college level Math and Science courses, as well as preparation for Math and Science portions of standardized tests. I believe that my academic and professional experiences have given me the necessary knowledge in these subjects, and, matched with my excitement to help others prepare for academic...

...Vanderbilt University for college students and I used to teach programming classes through Coding With Kids. At Vanderbilt University, I am pursuing degrees in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, and Mathematics. I tutor mostly math, physics, and chemistry, but I like physics most because of the problem solving aspects. My teaching philosophy is to focus on the basic concepts and make sure those are cemented, then to later focus on the nuances of problem solving. Outside...