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David: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
I am a recent graduate of Brandeis University where I double majored in Neuroscience and Health Policy. I am a veteran of the Montgomery County Public School system. I graduated from the International Baccalaureate Program at Richard Montgomery, and was an AP Scholar with distinction. I love working with people to help promote understanding, especially in the areas of math and science.... Teaching style should strongly depend on the student, else you risk either wasting time...
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Brandeis University - Bachelors, Double Major: Neuroscience and Health Policy
Matt: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...complete a Masters program at Georgetown University in human physiology. Given the amount of schooling I have gone through myself, I have taken a wide range of subjects and more standardized tests than I would like to admit. I have taught students of almost every age in various fields such as elementary science, Hebrew, chemistry, MCAT prep, and many more.. My ultimate plan is to go to medical school, but in the meantime I try...
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Johns Hopkins University - Bachelors, Public Health concentration in Immunology and Infectious Disease
Georgetown University - Masters, Biophysics and Human Physiology
Dane: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...three years, and I am originally from Australia. I moved to the US to play college tennis and then I stayed in the US for medical school. I am currently doing a Master's degree in public health and my schedule is very flexible. I am able to offer tutoring in a variety of subjects, especially in the areas of mathematics and science. I have tutored students before for SAT prep and have experience with teaching...
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Stetson University - Current Grad Student, Biochemistry
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, MD
Erin: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...Stanford, receiving a B.S. in Biology, and a minor in pre-med, so I'm quite strong with science. I have a lot of experience teaching disparate subjects. I have been teaching biology, chemistry, physics, algebra, trigonometry, and calculus to high school and university students for about 12 years. Similarly, have 12 years of experience with the SAT, ACT, and ISEE/SSAT, and about 4 years of experience teaching GRE and GMAT. As far as hobbies go, I...
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Stanford - Bachelors, Biology, General
David: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...I emphasize patiently guiding my student to the correct answer, rather than giving it to them. I believe this method is the best way for the student to master the material. I enjoy the "aha!" moment my students have when the concept finally clicks. In my free time, I work on my two tea businesses. During my senior year at Rice, I founded a student-run boba tea business. We currently have 13 student employees and...
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Rice University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Ben: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...for that 'ah-ha' moment when you can see a concept click in a students mind. I believe in teaching not only how but why, and insist on finding real life applications to keep students engaged. When I am not tutoring I work for the Navy as a cost estimator using my background in economics and statistics. I love watching sports, reading books, cycling, playing hockey, hiking, watching movies and playing the occasional video game. I...
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Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, B.S. Economics
Nick: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...my Bachelor of Arts in Justice, Law, and Society, while also completing a Minor in Applied Physics. I have a deep passion for both criminal justice and physics, and have written and edited a variety of papers in both subjects. In addition to law and physics, I am also fairly skilled with languages, having taken Spanish for six years, and Italian, Ancient Greek, and Latin for a year apiece. In addition to focusing on law,...
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American University - Bachelors, Justice, Law, and Society
Gabriel: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...College Park. I have enjoyed working as an Engineer since graduating in 2007, but I have missed tutoring and teaching. My philosophy is that everyone has the ability to learn, the material just has to be presented in a way that is easy to comprehend. I have experience tutoring high school and college level math and science, and I enjoy being able to help a student understand new material and take away testing anxiety.
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University of Maryland - Bachelor of Science, Fire Protection Engineering
Brent: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...as doing part of a masters in physics. After college I worked for a geophysics firm for a year doing data analysis and programing. After that contract ended I moved to China for 3 years where I taught high school A-Levels and AP physics and mathematics. I'm not living in Arlington Virginia and attending Johns Hopkins for a masters in International Relations. I enjoy teaching and have a quality track record with my students and...
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University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelors, Physics
Nam Phuong: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...my intensive academic background and experiences. As an ambitious and detail-oriented individual that is always eager to help others, I posses the ability to listen well and solve problems effectively. Currently, I am taking my last classes at University of Maryland, Baltimore County before graduating in May with a B.A in Biological Sciences. I was educated extensively on Biology and Chemistry, with 20 credits in laboratory. UMBC also focuses on refining its students’ writing skills...
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University of Maryland-Baltimore County - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Brandon: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...rugby in high school. I have continued to play rugby throughout college and graduate school. I attended Gettysburg College in Pennsylvania where I received my Bachelor's of Science degree in the Health Sciences major. Additionally, I have since received my Master's degree in Physiology and Biophysics from Georgetown University. I specialize in science and math, particularly biology and physiology. I am also very familiar with the MCAT. I am a nice and easy going person....
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Gettysburg College - Bachelors, Health Science
Georgetown University - Masters, Physiology & Biophysics
Julia: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
I have been tutoring for six years in Math, Physics, Chemistry and Spanish. I started self-employed tutoring younger students. I have also tutored high school and college students and have enjoyed every single minute of it! No student is the same, and with my experience, I have learned to adapt to different tutoring and learning styles. Accommodating to a student's needs is something challenging but extremely rewarding. I look forward to meeting you!
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Old Dominion University - Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
George Washington University - Master of Science, Structural Engineering
Satish: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
With an array of experiences within the biomedical and healthcare industry, I desire to assist students in strengthening their foundation in the basic sciences that will assure them success in a science related career.
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University of Maryland-Baltimore County - Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
Georgetown University - Master of Science, Biotechnology
Carolyn: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...and both teach and learn from them! Physics and Math can be very intimidating when you are first experiencing them, but I believe that they can be incredibly rewarding and fun subjects, and I enjoy helping students reap that reward. Since I was a kid, I have loved Astronomy and Biology, and I also have experience with the ISEE test and Statistics. In my free time, I play the flute and am learning the guitar,...
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Missouri University of Science and Technology - Bachelor of Science, Physics
Sahnun: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...William and Mary, in Williamsburg Virginia. Born and raised (and currently based!) in Northern Virginia, I have a penchant for American history in addition to the physical sciences and mathematics. I'm a voracious audio-book listener, and often drift to sleep with the words and stories of past philosophers, mathematicians, and world leaders. Beyond this, I thoroughly enjoy playing FIFA '16 on Xbox One, surfing the web, computer programming, and watching silly YouTube videos. More than...
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College of William and Mary - Bachelors, Physics
Michael: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...and celebrates New York's distinctive mix of cultures. My other hobbies are collecting various types of music and collecting Star Wars toys. I am anxiously awaiting the December premiere of "Star Wars VII : The Force Awakens." Give a man a fish, he eats for a day. Teach a man to fish, he eats for a lifetime. What this means is, I am not answer service. I guide students through the steps of solving a...
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ITT Technical Institute - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering Technology
Kevin: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...graduate school, I served as the laboratory manager for the Composites Manufacturing Laboratory on campus were I instructed hundreds of students on the basics of fabricating composite parts for a variety of applications including vehicle wing elements, rocket casings, and sporting goods. When tutoring a student, I prefer to learn what motivates them to be successful and where their passion lies with a subject. My passion is for understanding the world around me through engineering,...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelors, Engineering Mechanics and Astronautics
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - PHD, Aerospace Engineering
Sara: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...I've seen this firsthand through my many years of experience. Since I was in university, I've tutored different people and seen the positive impacts that learning has. During my undergraduate career I worked with a community outreach program designed to help inner-city children with their school-work while educating them about the environment. While working here, I researched and wrote about the beneficial effects education has. In 2012 I graduated with a B.S. in Environmental Biology,...
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University of Dayton - Bachelors, Environmental Biology
Jinny: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...Molecular and Cellular Biology. I hope to graduate in the next one and a half years and continue to medical school. I have tutored students in high school and middle school math in the past. I have also worked with a test prep company tutoring both the SAT and ACT. When I tutor, I usually simplify seemingly difficult concepts into something much easier for the student to understand; therefore, they are able to complete their...
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Johns Hopkins University - Current Undergrad, Molecular and Cellular Biology
Andrew: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...how to operate submarines and aircraft carriers in a one on one format. Through my experience I have gained a deeper understanding of how to adapt my teaching style to fit a student's individual needs. I enjoy helping students of all ages and learning levels, and I like to see the pride they take in completing difficult tasks. When I'm not working you can usually find me hanging out with my two dogs and some...
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Missouri University of Science and Technology - Bachelors, Nuclear Engineering
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