Top Physics Tutors serving Washington DC
Alex: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...I have been fortunate enough to travel to several different countries in Central America, South America, Africa, and the Caribbean. I have done medical aid work in both Nicaragua and Haiti. My teaching experiences outside of academic instruction include 8 years of teaching Kenpo Karate, several years of swimming instruction for noncompetitive swimmers and triathletes, and four years training college and graduate students at annual disaster response training exercises for the Consortium for Humanitarian Service...
Education & Certification
University of Florida - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
Georgetown University - Master of Arts, Conflict Resolution
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 740
SAT Verbal: 770
Cynthia: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...graduate from Princeton University, home for the summer in the Philadelphia area. I was a Neuroscience major, and I will be pursuing my PhD in Neuroscience in the fall at Johns Hopkins. I have been tutoring high school students outside of class in college and involved in STEM academics and research mentorship as well as a translation program from and to English outside of class. I speak Japanese and French, and I have taken the...
Education & Certification
Princeton University - Bachelors, Neuroscience
Johns Hopkins University - PHD, Neuroscience
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1500
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 700
Michael: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...University, though I would never graduate. In December of 2011 I enrolled at ITT Technical Institute. I started tutoring at there in the fall of 2013. ITT Tech is also where I finally received my bachelor's degree in electrical engineering in July of 2015. Math is the subject I am most comfortable tutoring. Math is fun for me because it's so concrete, the answers are right or wrong. I guess I mean to say it's...
Education & Certification
ITT Technical Institute - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering Technology
SAT Math: 740
William: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
I love working with students. I find it an exciting challenge because there are so many ways to be successful at it and I am looking forward to exploring as many ways as possible to help students learn.... There is no such thing as a bad student. There are only unmotivated ones and it is a teacher and tutor's responsibility to motivate them to learn.... Get to know them to figure out what they like and...
Education & Certification
Morgan State University - Current Undergrad, Mathematics
Samantha: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...the GRE after having been out of school for decades. Whether it's GRE test prep, French, math or economics, my approach to tutoring is to find what strategies work best for the student and work on methods for students to be able to make progress both in and out of tutoring sessions. My favorite part of tutoring is seeing students improve and build confidence in areas they used to be nervous about or dislike. One...
Education & Certification
Brown University - Bachelors, 1. International and Comparative Political Science 2. Economics
Johns Hopkins University-Schools of Advanced International Studies - Current Grad Student, 1. Conflict Management 2. International Economics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1580
SAT Math: 790
SAT Verbal: 800
Rachel: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...undergraduate teaching assistant for Organic Chemistry 2 for two years, as well as for Genetics for one semester. My TA roles included overseeing labs, teaching discussion sessions, helping students understand concepts and assignments during office hours, and being available to my students in general. I believe in a student goal-centered, individualized approach to tutoring, and in making sessions as relaxed and stress-free as possible. I believe in celebrating victories, no matter how small, and in...
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University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelors, Biochemistry and Math
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine - Current Grad Student, Medicine
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1590
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 790
Erin: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...and ISEE/SSAT, and about 4 years of experience teaching GRE and GMAT. As far as hobbies go, I enjoy reading science fiction, classic literature, and comic books. Rock-climbing is a big thing for me, as is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. I'm also into dancing, including salsa, bachata, zouk, swing, and Argentine tango. Also I love science! I study it every day to make sure I'm on top of the classes I teach. I look forward to seeing...
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Stanford - Bachelors, Biology, General
Nam Phuong: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...on Biology and Chemistry, with 20 credits in laboratory. UMBC also focuses on refining its students’ writing skills through Writing Intensive English and Science courses, preparing me to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. I work well with students 12 and up and with past experience in tutoring high school and middle school kids (3 years) on science subjects (Different levels of Biology, Chemistry, Math, Physics), I believe I will make a suitable tutors...
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University of Maryland-Baltimore County - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
Philip: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
I'm a research fellow at the National Institutes of Health. I work on vaccines for parasitic diseases. My main interests are in global health and biodefense. I went to Johns Hopkins undergrad and for a masters in Molecular Microbiology and Immunology. My tutoring hallmark is teaching effective study habits. In addition to working on material, we can establish a schedule for your upcoming work.
Education & Certification
The Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor in Arts, Public Health
Bloomberg School of Public Health - Master of Science, Microbiology and Immunology
Zhong: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
I've been tutoring math and science for the last ten years. I really like this job because I enjoy working with kids, and I also love to talk about my interests. This is a great job. My hours are flexible, and I can re-arrange times to fit your needs (for example, if there's a test on Tuesday, I could come on Monday instead of the scheduled time). I can also tutor both SAT and GRE.
Education & Certification
University of Maryland - Bachelor of Science, Math
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720
William: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...tutoring was in a year off between high school and college. I tutored SAT prep, a subject that causes ire in the eyes of many a college applicant, but was honestly one of the more "fun" parts of my application. It was great to see how my students could eventually come around to seeing standardized tests as a puzzle, rather than a chore. I've since spent several semesters as an Introductory Chemistry TA during my...
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Amherst College - Bachelor in Arts, Biochemistry and Biophysics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1540
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 760
Katelyn: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...I have been tutoring for six years, predominately working with high school students, and have completed over 300 hours of volunteer tutoring. I am very passionate about learning (some may say that I am a nerd!) and strongly believe in learning because one genuinely desires to become knowledgable in the subject, rather than studying to master an exam. It is my utmost desire to watch my students grow and excel. In my free time, I...
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Current Undergrad, Religious Studies,
ACT Reading: 32
ACT Science: 33
Nick: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...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, physics, and languages, I have also had a lot of success with helping students with learning disabilities, such...
Education & Certification
American University - Bachelors, Justice, Law, and Society
Daniel: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...educator, it is my goal to cater to every students individual needs as a learner rather than having the student adjust to my teaching style as is so unfortunately demanded by teachers. After my third year at Temple University , I have come to love helping others build the foundations for a strong education and enhance their problem solving abilities. I recently was able to have a position as an undergraduate TA in a high...
Education & Certification
Temple Univeristy - Current Undergrad, Chemistry
Nathan: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...level of enthusiasm towards tutoring math that is normally reserved for every other subject besides math. I do not believe that anyone is naturally good or bad at math, but some people have better luck with finding teachers that connect with them in a meaningful way. I find it important to teach material in a way that a student is most comfortable learning it. My hobbies include working on my car, hiking, and reading (or...
Education & Certification
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 31
ACT Math: 33
Michael: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...subjects to tutor have become Algebra and Pre-calculus (which weren't my favorite classes in highschool). I've helped students make progress in their grades and have worked to evaluate and identify targeted skills. I fully understand these subjects and always show a variety of ways to reach the answer. I can identify weaknesses and help build them using simple exercises and quizzes. I also have experience tutoring international college students in math and science. I have...
Education & Certification
University of North Carolina at Wilmington - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Steven: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...images. During my time at UNC I also had the opportunity to work with Habitat for Humanity, both building homes and tutoring the children who lived in the neighborhoods we were working in. It was incredibly rewarding to work with the same students for multiple years and watch them develop, both as students and people. As an undergraduate student, I also worked as a teaching assistant for Organic and Analytical Chemistry labs, helping students complete...
Education & Certification
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill - Master of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Matt: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...from Johns Hopkins University as a Public Health major with a concentration in Immunology and Infectious Diseases. I then went on to 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,...
Education & Certification
Johns Hopkins University - Bachelors, Public Health concentration in Immunology and Infectious Disease
Georgetown University - Masters, Biophysics and Human Physiology
Ben: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...to keep up my self learning in advanced concepts. While taking economics courses I started tutoring by helping struggling students through classes we had together, and by word of mouth ended up tutoring a number of students in the economics department. I am passionate about learning and took as many courses as possible in college including courses in chemistry, physics, biology and opera performance. I am also passionate about teaching. I live for that 'ah-ha'...
Education & Certification
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus - Bachelors, B.S. Economics
Amin: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...perfect opportunity to do something I really enjoy. As a student, my favorite subjects were Math, Science, and Art. Of the three subjects, Math is my strongest and also my favorite subject to teach, followed by Sciences (especially Chemistry). Working with kids and teens has taught me the importance of patience and finding ways to keep the material interesting. I have found that the best way to learn is rarely by listening to someone, but...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Private Physics Tutoring in Washington DC
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Washington DC Physics Tutoring FAQ
If you have a student who is currently taking physics courses who you think could benefit from some extra study help, contact Varsity Tutors to be connected with excellent Washington DC physics tutors.
Physics is the science of matter, motion, and energy. Concepts a student learns from the study of physics are important in a variety of different fields, from engineering to medicine to business. Physics examines concepts that are both tangible and abstract, and often students can have a real affinity for certain aspects of physics while struggling with others. We can assist you in getting connected with a dedicated private instructor who can help your student with any and all of the concepts associated with the study of physics.
How is Washington DC physics tutoring different from classroom learning?
In a traditional classroom setting, the teacher is responsible for covering a great deal of material and doesn't always have a lot of time to do it. So that they are able to get to everything, the teacher will often follow a set curriculum, with certain times allotted to certain subject matter, key concepts, and so on. To get through their curriculum, they may have to move at a fairly steady pace.
For a student who is already familiar and comfortable with the material, this may not pose any problems. For students who are struggling, though, it can feel like they are being left behind. Working with Washington DC physics tutors, your student can spend the time they need to on the material so that they don't have to feel like they are always trying to catch up to the rest of the class.
Early on in your student's Washington DC physics tutoring sessions, their tutor can take the time to assess their learning preferences. Once they have a sense of what sorts of approaches will work best for your student, the tutor can plan their curriculum accordingly.
For example, if your student responds well to listening to short lectures and then relaying the information back in their own words, then their tutor can take a Socratic approach as they discuss the theories that underpin things like kinematics and dynamic forces.
Or, if your student is more of a visual learner, they might use colorful charts and diagrams to illustrate the Laws of Thermodynamics. When a student is free to study according to their preferred learning style, they can gain more than just a surface understanding of the material and can be better prepared to recall it when they are called upon to do so.
When it comes to studying physics, some students are going to have an easier time grasping the more hands-on, observable things, like mechanics. Others might more naturally grasp some of the more theoretical or abstract concepts.
With Washington DC physics tutors, your student can put their focus where they need it. If they understand something already, they can skim over it, or skip it altogether. If there are concepts that they find challenging, their tutor can spend more time during sessions on those. By targeting the areas that your student really needs, study time can become more efficient, and effective.
What are the benefits of having my student study with Washington DC physics tutors near me?
The individualized attention that your student gets from their instructor is probably the most significant benefit of Washington DC physics tutoring. Study sessions can be geared toward what your student needs, and can be designed with their learning preferences in mind. That individualized focus means that sessions can be responsive to your student's changing needs as well.
At the beginning of their sessions, the tutor may determine that their time would be best spent studying laws of motion. But, as sessions progress, they may find that your student is picking up the principle theories pretty quickly. Seeing this, their tutor can decide to move on to something more challenging, like electromagnetic waves, for example.
When your student works with Washington DC physics tutors, they work one-on-one with a professional instructor on a regular basis. As your student spends more time with their tutor, a rapport can develop between them. Sessions can feel like they are happening in a comfortable learning space, and your student can become more relaxed as they approach the material.
When a student is struggling with a subject, they can grow uncomfortable when they have to engage with it, and that discomfort can compound their struggles, and so on. It's a vicious circle. But if they are able to study in a more relaxed and comfortable environment, they can become more comfortable with the material, and take steps towards breaking that cycle.
Because Washington DC physics tutoring sessions are face-to-face, your student is able to ask questions immediately, and their tutor can answer them immediately as well. Physics is a broad field of study, and though many of the subjects that are covered under the physics umbrella may seem to be separate from one another, there is actually a lot of interconnectedness between them.
That means that misunderstanding something in one area can affect how a student does somewhere else. Working with a private instructor means that your student has someone who can catch those little misconceptions early on, and address them before it spreads to other areas.
How can I fit Washington DC physics tutoring into my student's schedule?
Life can get very busy when you have a student in school. With everything you have to do in a day, work, school pick-up, extracurriculars, it can be difficult to find time for study sessions amongst all that. That's why Varsity Tutors tries to make it as convenient as possible for you to connect with the best Washington DC physics tutors for your student's needs. Sessions are available either online or in-person, with the same great quality of instruction whichever option you choose.
The online option does have the benefit of added convenience. Washington DC physics tutoring sessions are facilitated through our Live Learning Platform, so your student can log on from anywhere there is a reliable internet connection. The platform also boasts several exciting learning tools such as video chat, a shared document editor, and a virtual whiteboard.
The video chat function enables face-to-face interaction between your student and Washington DC physics tutors, which allows for meaningful back and forth between student and instructor. The shared document editor can be used by the tutor to respond in real-time as your student works through test questions designed to help them better understand topics like atomic and chemical physics.
With the virtual whiteboard, an instructor might illustrate ideas behind things like electromagnetic waves, or the behavior of subatomic particles. Additionally, every tutoring session is recorded, and each of those recordings can be a resource you and your student can use if you ever want to go back and any topics that may have been covered earlier on.
Thanks to the Live Learning Platform, your student can attend from anywhere, which means you don't have to worry about the commute. If you want your student to work from the comfort of home, they can certainly do that. If they need someplace a little more distraction-free, they might decide to work from a nearby library, like the Georgetown Public Library, or Mt Pleasant Library, for example.
How can I get started with Washington DC physics tutors near me?
Reach out to Varsity Tutors to be connected with first-rate Washington DC physics tutors in as little as 24 hours. Working with a private instructor means your student can get the individualized attention need, and it's convenient for you. All you have to do is call!
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