Top Physics Tutors serving Long Island

Elisha: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...colleague to find the right answer of a difficult question. I tutor math (Calculus, Geometry, Trigonometry, Algebra) as well as SAT math, English, and science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Biochemistry). I really enjoy tutoring math and English! Math always has an answer to work towards and can be taught using various mediums. English is also a favorite subject of mine as I love to read and write and love reading the works of others. I...
Education & Certification
Stony Brook University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Marcus: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...and mathematics, seeing many MANY worked examples is crucial to internalizing the material. Moreover, having these tutoring sessions be interactive, where I can ask the students questions and they can ask me questions, seems to intellectually stimulate students far more than if I were just talking to them. Outside of academia, I enjoy exercise, training jiu jitsu and muay thai, reading, listening to music, and spending time with my family. As of late, my reading...
Education & Certification
Brandeis University - Bachelor in Arts, Physics
New York University - Doctor of Science, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720

Refath: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...under Prof. Carlos Meriles. Prior to this, he numerically solved the generalized Brachistochrone Problem, and his solution was accepted for the 2023 Issue of the AAPT Journal "The Physics Teacher". He graduated from Brooklyn Tech with a Perfect ACT score and 98.9% average. He is a frequent contributor to The Washington Examiner and author of 55 Days in Dharavi. He is a Senator at the CCNY Student Government and Managing Editor of CCNY's Student Newspaper,...
Education & Certification
CUNY New York City College of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Physics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 790
SAT Writing: 790

John: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...mathematics. I firmly believe that tutoring is an extension of the teaching process, and that as such my job as a tutor is to give my students the skills they need not only to solve the particular problems they bring to me, but also to fully understand the subjects they are studying, and to understand the techniques behind the solutions to their problems. In particular, this means that my tutoring style is very student-involved: I...
Education & Certification
Swarthmore - Bachelor in Arts, Mathematics
CUNY Graduate School and University Center - PHD, Mathematics

Gary: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...much beyond what is on the page. It teaches problem-solving, critical and creative thinking. I try not only to teach the mechanics of math, but instill an appreciation for the skills the process can develop. And while math is my favorite subject to tutor, I have had training in and am qualified for all sections of SAT and ACT test prep, and enjoy working with students to help them learn and meet their college goals.
Education & Certification
SUNY at Albany - Bachelor of Science, Economics
Pace University-New York - Masters in Business Administration, Analysis and Functional Analysis
SAT Math: 800

Casey: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...studies, essay editing, general homework support, and assistance with college application essays. I enjoy tutoring all of my subjects, but my favorite would have to be psychology, as it is my major and I am personally interested in it. I have been tutoring for the past three years and have found it extremely rewarding for both my students and myself. I am passionate about helping students because for me, there is nothing better than being...
Education & Certification
New York University - Current Undergrad, Psychology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 32

Tina: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...students' world by teaching not only facts and theories but the implication behind them in addition to sufficient application practice. I want the students to foster intellectual curiosity as they delve into a particular subject. Born and raised in Beijing for 18 years, I can also teach Chinese and the rich culture around it. I'm also experienced in test prep and would love to help students get into their dream college during this unusual time.
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Economics

Dirk: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...in the United States and started in the PhD program at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. I completed the degree in 2001. Since then I held multiple academic research appointments at UIC in Chicago, Washington University in St. Louis, and the University of Washington in Seattle. In January of 2008 I was offered a position as a Senior Research Chemist with Merck, which I accepted. At Merck my responsibilities focus on the...
Education & Certification
TU Braunschweig, Germany - Diploma, Chemistry
University of Utah - Doctor of Philosophy, Chemsitry

Brandon: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...years ago, and I've since taught a number of subjects across student ages ranging from middle school to post-graduate levels, mostly focusing on STEM subjects such as math, chemistry, physics, and engineering. I have discovered that teaching is a passion of mine, and plan on going into academic medicine in the future so I can incorporate this passion into my medical career. Besides tutoring, I enjoy reading, binge-watching shows on Netflix, and learning how to...
Education & Certification
Washington University in St Louis - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 730

Paul: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...of Science from Boston University where I studied Biomedical Engineering. I went on to work as a field service engineer in Atlanta, GA. I recently went back to school and received my Masters of Business Administration in Marketing from the University of Connecticut. I tutor a range of subjects, but I especially like tutoring admissions tests such as the SATs and GMATs to help enable people to reach their educational goals. In my spare time...
Education & Certification
Boston University - Bachelors, Biomedical Engineering
University of Connecticut - Masters, MBA - Marketing
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 700
GMAT: 740

Emily: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
I am a 2016 alumna of Cornell University, graduating summa cum laude in Anthropology with a minor in Global Health. I also participated in the pre-med curriculum, taking courses in Physics, Biology, Chemistry, and Math. During my senior year, I tutored students from the Department of Athletics and the Office of Academic and Diversity Initiatives in Calculus I. I am passionate about helping others gain the skills, confidence, and understanding to achieve academic success. ... In...
Education & Certification
Cornell University - Bachelors, Anthropology, Pre-Med
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32

Greg: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...Volunteers for Science. I am passionate about tutoring math and science, and even though these subjects are often considered "dry," the right teaching style can spark any student's interest. When it comes to standardized test preparation, I've found that knowing the intricacies of a test can improve a student's score just as much as knowing the subject material can. Different students learn in different ways but that kind of personal attention is difficult to provide...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Building Engineer, Chemical Engineering and Math
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720

Max: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...10 years of teaching and tutoring experience, and I'm excited to work with you to address your specific needs! I was born in Denver, CO, and grew up in a small ski town called Steamboat Springs. I graduated as the valedictorian of my high school class and moved to New York to study philosophy at Columbia University. After college, I spend two years teaching English in the public school system in Japan before going back...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Columbia University in the City of New York - Doctor of Medicine, Neurobiology and Behavior
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Aaron: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...later to help students prepare for standardized tests like the SAT, SAT Subject Tests, and AP Exams. I'm also a Senior Staff Writer for Columbia's student newspaper, the Daily Spectator, so I'm pretty much constantly editing and giving advice to my fellow writers. I love sharing my excitement for learning with students, and I hope to be able to provide advice, preparation and insight to make the college application process a little less of a...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Current Undergrad, English
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800

Justin: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...with students of all ages on grade-level studies in math, science, the humanities and foreign languages. Students at top high schools like Stuyvesant and Brooklyn Tech are especially engaging to work with due to the challenging nature of the material and the lively mind of the student. In addition to my own tutoring practice, I've also been director of a non-profit tutoring center. Under my administration we tracked students' scores and attained the highest average...
Education & Certification
University of Florida - Bachelor of Science, Journalism, English Minor
Graduate Center at CUNY - Master of Science, Computational Linguistics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 720

Daniel: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...for volunteering was kindled by upperclassmen and teacher assistants that helped me when I was in introductory courses. I credit attending weekly tutoring hours throughout college as playing a pivotal role in my success in these courses and the MCAT exam. I enjoy sharing and explaining concepts I understand and helping others appreciate them. Ultimately, through these experiences, I discovered that I deeply enjoy aiding students and enriching their understanding of the subject to the...
Education & Certification
CUNY Hunter College - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General

Robert: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...academic support to my brothers. As a tutor at Varsity Tutors, I strive to provide this same level of support to every one of my students. Math has always been my strongest subject, and I enjoy learning and teaching it. As a Business Economics major at UCLA, I used Calculus to create Economic models in the majority of my courses. As an Investment Banker, I strengthened my understanding of fundamental mathematical concepts by creating and...
Education & Certification
University of California - Los Angeles - Bachelors, Business Economics
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 33

Ben: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...have worked with high school and college students in a broad variety of subjects. Although I am passionate about all of the subjects that I teach, I have always been especially interested in Biology, and I love working with students to see the big picture connections between the facts of life. In general, my tutoring style focuses on drawing generalizable principles out of the material to help a student internalize and fully absorb content, which...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelor in Arts, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 790

Daniel: Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...until then I am continuing my passion for teaching with Varsity Tutors! My tutoring style has always been to fit the lesson to the student. Whether you're studying for chemistry test or analyzing a work of literature, prepping for the SAT or the LSAT, I make sure to focus on your goals and how to reach them. I also aim to help my students really improve the knowledge of their subject along with their writing,...
Education & Certification
Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 700
SAT Verbal: 800

Garrett : Long Island Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Long Island, NY
...have always been someone that friends entrust to look over and critique their papers before they submit final drafts. My teaching style features visual learning, mnemonics, and hierarchical organization of material. I find that hierarchically cataloguing information by topic and sub-topic helps students retain material, as students are not simply memorizing, but are understanding how concepts relate to one another. More personally, my hobbies include tennis, movies, and travel. I also love trivia and 90's...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 720
SAT Verbal: 730
Private Physics Tutoring in Long Island, NY
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Long Island Physics Tutoring FAQ
Physics involves studying the properties and nature of energy and matter. It is different from biology and chemistry in the sense that it covers topics relating to sound, magnetism, electricity, light, and mechanics. Physics tends to involve a lot of math, which can be intimidating for some students. If you are interested in physics, but you are having a hard time in your physics course, you may want to connect with a private tutor. Varsity Tutors can assist you in locating a private, professional physics tutor in Long Island.
Work towards your goals with the help of a professional physics tutor in Long Island. Your private physics tutor can identify your strengths and weaknesses. They can develop a study plan that takes advantage of your strengths. They can also center your study sessions around the areas where you are weakest so that you can try to get the most assistance on the topics you are having the most trouble with. Your tutor can also be there to offer guidance and support. This can provide a major boost in physics because its complexity lends itself to frustration. Having a tutor to offer encouragement can keep you going even when you don't feel like it.
A skilled professional physics tutor in Long Island, NY, can give you much needed one-on-one attention. Working with a private tutor enables you to work at your own pace. So if you are already proficient in a particular area and want to move in, you are free to do so. Conversely, if you are having trouble with a particular topic and want to spend more time on it, you are able to do that as well. Your private tutor is also able to analyze your exact learning style and adapt the way they teach to accommodate it. This makes sure that you are getting the most out of your tutoring sessions because your tutor is presenting the material in a way that is easy for you to understand.
Your private physics tutor is able to meet you either in person or face-to-face online depending on your personal preferences. They are also available to meet you at a time and location that works best for you. So if you would like to study at Socrates Sculpture Park, at the Henry Waldinger Memorial Library, or at your house, your private tutor can meet you there. Get in touch with Varsity Tutors for help finding a physics tutor in Long Island, NY.
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