Top Physics Tutors serving Washington DC
Patrick: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...learn how to make learning about biology, chemistry, and physics a little more engaging than just memorizing a text book. I'd love to share my passion for science and success with you! I taught undergraduate biology courses at Boston University. In addition, I was a teaching assistant for biology and organic chemistry during my undergraduate career at Elon University. I am a first-year medical student who recently took the MCAT and successfully applied to medical...
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Elon University - Bachelors, Biology, General
Georgetown University - Current Grad Student, Medicine
Andrew: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...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 friends, playing sports, or relaxing at the movie theater. Subjects I currently tutor are algebra, trigonometry, geometry, elementary and middle school math, homework...
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Missouri University of Science and Technology - Bachelors, Nuclear Engineering
Kayla: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...attended the University of Virginia and received my Bachelor of Arts in Biology. The following year, I graduated with my Master in Health Science in Molecular Microbiology and Immunology from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. I've mentored elementary aged children and fellow college students through my roles as a mentor for College Mentors for Kids and as a Resident Advisor at the University of Virginia. Since graduating, I've enjoyed working as a microbiologist...
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University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Johns Hopkins University - Master of Science, Molecular Biology
Sirish: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...well as high school students in Algebra 1 at the University of Maryland. My favorite subjects to teach are Math and Chemistry. My teaching philosophy is to strengthen my student's basic understanding of subjects and get them to understand the topic rather than just memorize (which unfortunately is how most public schools work). I approach teaching from the perspective that my students should learn not just what to think, but how to think. This way,...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 31
ACT Math: 34
ACT Reading: 34
Maya: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
I am a senior Biomedical Science major with ambitions to become an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon. I have tutored a variety of students and subjects for the last five years. Teaching is a passion of mine and I want to make learning fun for you and help you to understand the concepts! I tutor range from elementary mathematics to pre-calculus. I also am an avid pianist and I have played for 17 years.
Education & Certification
Oakwood University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Sciences
Josal: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...and hosting biology classes, and serving as a tutor throughout middle school, high school, and college, I have been able to help many people reinforce and learn important concepts. With my background in both science and engineering, I tutor for a broad range of subjects including but not limited to math/advanced math, biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, and writing. I tutor for standardized tests as well such as the SAT and AP exams as I am...
Education & Certification
Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
Christina: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...I have learned throughout my years as a student and I hope to help out as many people as I can. While I was in undergrad, I was a leader in a mental health organization where I advocated for mental health on my college campus and was a research assistant at the Massey Cancer Center doing research on Cancer Immunology. I am passionate about the field of science and I will do my best to...
Education & Certification
Virginia Commonwealth University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Caitlyn: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
Cait Gardiner is a graduate student at Notre Dame of Maryland University. After substitute teaching in public and private schools for over a year, she fell in love with the career and is pursuing an Accelerated Certification in Teaching. She prioritizes individualized, experiential learning in each session to help every student be their best self.
Education & Certification
Emmanuel College - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 770
SAT Verbal: 750
Mihir: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
Education & Certification
Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor, Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Samantha: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...of a variety of ages from coaching an elementary school Science Olympiad team to working with adults prepare for 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...
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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
Li: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...able to teach others the things that I have learned. I have taught high school biology, chemistry and physical science and have tutored in SAT Math prep there as well. My favorite moments of teaching were marked by students saying "I get it" -- especially after a long struggle to understand but everything finally makes sense and the light bulb just turned on. In helping students grasp very abstract concepts, I attempt to give examples...
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University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelors, Microbiology, Immunlogy & Molecular Genetics
University of California-Los Angeles - Masters, Microbiology, Immunology & Molecular Genetics
Ujwal: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...such as the MCAT, SAT/ACT, computer science topics such as JAVA and web development, math areas such as calculus, and key science courses such as biology and chemistry. Personally, I enjoy teaching computer science since it speaks more to my practical experience now in research and personal interests. As a tutor, my number one goal is ensuring students are confident in their desired subjects. I cultivate this through solidifying the foundational concepts and strengthening their...
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George Washington University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 36
Jessica: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...I'm an electrical engineer. I worked at the National Institutes of Health during college, and I now work at Northrop Grumman. I mainly tutor math and science, but if you're looking a homeschool tutor, then I can help out with that too. I was homeschooled for several years throughout elementary and middle school. I can provide textbook recommendations and adhere to personalized lesson plans. If you're looking to increase your test scores, improve your general...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Johns Hopkins University - Current Grad Student, Biomedical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 740
Samuel: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...and college, worked as a teacher at a coding summer camp, and have also been the go to resource for all my friends and family for math help since a very young age. Making learning fun and engaging is my main focus as a tutor and it also happens to be something I'm good at! I always enjoy the challenge of finding the best ways to help people understand mathematical and technical concepts. I'm also...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-Baltimore County - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1410
SAT Math: 730
Zachary: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...teaching and learning. This curiosity has taken me around the intellectual, and physical, world. I started out studying physics at seventeen, after two years fell in love with literature, and switched majors, picking up another along the way--political science--and earned my first two degrees. After university, I wanted to discover a new culture, and profession, and settled on teaching in China. For three years, I taught English and explored China, from busy Wuhan to desolate...
Education & Certification
Rochester Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Political Science and Government
George Washington University - Current Grad Student, Law
LSAT: 168
Matthew: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...in these subjects; and since ODU have continued to help high school and college students in science and history. Following graduation, I have been serving my country as a Surface Warfare Officer in the United States Navy living in Japan, California, and Washington State. I have gained experiences as a leader working with very respectful people from nations across the globe while in sometimes challenging environments, I am truly honored and blessed. I mostly intrinsically...
Education & Certification
Old Dominion University - Bachelor of Science, Geology
Rebecca: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...am currently a fourth year medical student at the University of Maryland. I've always loved to teach. I think one of the most exciting things about learning is to be able to pass it on to others. It is also one of the main reasons I have a passion for becoming a doctor. I went to University of Maryland, College Park for college and majored in English and Biology, my two favorite subjects. I also...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-College Park - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
University of Maryland-College Park - Current Grad Student, English
Rebecca: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...am a graduate of Johns Hopkins University. I received a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience and minored in Visual Arts. Since graduation, I have been conducting research in a lab at the National Institutes of Health. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite subjects to teach are Math, Science, and Art. I have also tutored students preparing for study events at Science Olympiad and standardized exams. I find much joy when I...
Education & Certification
Johns Hopkins University - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Gabriel: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...an Engineering graduate from the University of Maryland at 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...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland - Bachelor of Science, Fire Protection Engineering
Frances (Fran): Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...college-level math and high school-level Chemistry, Physics, and Pre-Calculus for 13 years. I have tutored students in upper level math and science formally for 8-9 years (and informally). While my talents and interests are in the Science and Math arenas, I also enjoy cooking and reading novels. My strongest belief as a tutor is that learning should be fun while being effective. I am a techie and love using technology to help keep learning interesting...
Education & Certification
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Master of Science, Metallurgy
State Certified Teacher
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1462
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?
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