Top Physics Tutors serving Washington DC
Jendai: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...taught general, organic chemistry laboratories and currently tutor for analytical lectures and laboratories. I want to be part of a cause that has a genuine interest in the advancement of society and improving passion for knowledge particularly in math and science. I definitely do not want to be a scientist who just conducts research, but also acts as a proactive instrument in making the needs/goals of Varsity Tutors continue to be the main priority.
Education & Certification
Virginia State University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Doctor of Philosophy, Chemistry
Jason: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
My goal is to try my best to be not just a good mentor and teacher, but to also develop a personal connection with students so that I'm not just an average teacher. I am currently a student at George Mason University studying Computer Science. Feel free to ask me math or programming related questions! I play competitive games during my free time and I enjoy esports and otaku culture.
Education & Certification
George Mason University - Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Seychelle: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...a rigorous one-year post baccalaureate premedical program at Bennington College in Vermont. This was an incredibly challenging experience, in which I not only learned physics, chemistry and biology, but I also learned to be strategic with my time, and get the most out of my classes and homework. Upon completing the premedical program with flying colors I took the MCAT in mid July 2015. As someone who struggled with math and science in high school,...
Education & Certification
Scripps College - Bachelors, Social Change Through Art
Bennington College - Current Grad, Premedical Sciences
SAT Verbal: 770
Josh: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...intricate magnificence of things like how stars form or what makes a planet habitable. As I was able to inspire my students, they also inspired me. They told me to do more and get involved and I took their advice. My wife and I have just recently moved to Washington so I can attend George Washington University's Space Policy Institute. I'm studying to become a part of the growing space technology and policy field, but...
Education & Certification
Cleveland State University - Bachelors, International Relations
George Washington University - Current Grad Student, International Science and Technology Policy
Ryan: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
I strive for thoroughness in my work. I specialize in math and physics, and I believe that the most fulfilling way to understand these subjects is to focus on the fundamentals. Building these subjects up from their root is my style, because they rely so heavily upon the basics. I will start at A and finish at Z, ensuring a great understanding of everything in between.
Education & Certification
George Mason University - Current Undergrad, Physics
Amara: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
Dedicated to making sure that all students have the tools necessary to be successful. Experience teaching and tutoring English, Social Studies, Middle School Math, Government, and Economics.
Education & Certification
Unversity of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Tiffani: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...relate the problems to real life situations so that the student gains a better understanding of the subject. In college, I have tutored other students in algebra, geometry, chemistry; and high school students in SAT and ACT. I am a very energetic tutor and I love to make learning fun and not dull. Most of my friends and classmates come to be for help in certain areas that I excel in and I feel great...
Education & Certification
Howard University - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
Rachael: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...I taught English in rural France to high-school students, and loved seeing the improvement and learning from my students over the course of the year. My Master's degrees in History and Library and Information Science are from the University of Maryland. Because of my passion for aerospace history, during my time at UMD I worked as a teaching assistant for a course on NASA's Apollo Program. With a broad range of interests, I'm available to...
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Nebraska Wesleyan University - Bachelor in Arts, History
University of Maryland-College Park - Master of Arts, History
ACT Composite: 33
GRE Verbal: 165
Teli: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...Materials Science and Engineering. Previously to UMD, I attended Salisbury University (SU) where I was enrolled in a pre-transfer engineering dual degree program that will soon enable me to also have a B.S. in chemistry. During my time at Salisbury, I maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.89 with a GPA of 4.0 for my major (chemistry). Also during this time, I worked as a supplemental instructor for the university. For this, I was assigned to...
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University of Maryland-College Park - Current Undergrad, Materials Science and Engineering
Jason: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...Calculus including AP Calc AB, BC, and SAT Math. My favorite subject to tutor is math because it has always come naturally to me and has been a passion of mine, so I want to share my interests with others who may not feel the same way. My teaching philosophy is that I believe students should focus on covering their weaknesses, learning to understand why they are having trouble with a particular topic, and then...
Education & Certification
Georgetown University - Bachelor of Science, Finance
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 780
SAT Writing: 780
Nicole: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...once they committed to learning something new, they were able to succeed and then go on to do amazing things. Tutoring allows me to connect with students and help them learn new skills that would be useful in their future careers. I believe that this type of work is important because it creates opportunities for growth and helps students develop their potential. I love working with students because I get to see them grow and...
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New York Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Architectural Technology
Maureen: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...goals. Essentially, I believe that everyone has the ability to learn and to succeed in life. Currently, I serve as a tutor for undergraduate and graduate students studying various areas of Computer Science and Management Information Systems, Math, English and Cyber Security. As important, I am well versed in the APA and MLA citation styles and have tutored many undergraduate and graduate students on properly citing papers and essays as well as on writing in...
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Howard University - Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Capella University - PHD, IT Management
Rohan: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...am an undergraduate student at Purdue, majoring in aerospace engineering. I have been tutoring for 4+ years for piano, math, physics, and chemistry. I teach K-12, with my favorite class to teach being calculus. It always feels so rewarding when the pieces just *click* in the mind; especially with a class like calculus. I am also a firm believer in keeping the motivation to learn going (like a fire). I teach by ensuring success, even...
Education & Certification
Purdue University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Engineering, Aerospace Engineering
Tanvi: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
Hi! I'm a neuroscience student at the University of Virginia. I've been tutoring students for three years in various levels of math and English.
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Human Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1520
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 760
Shannon: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...volunteer, and fellow Harvard students on behalf of the university. I am a polymath: though my BA and MA are in Physics, I spent time as a Humanities major and was wooed by the Harvard history dept; I am currently finishing my MBA. Math and Physics are not things to be afraid of: Math is a powerful tool and language, and Physics is not only the study of how our universe works, opening up beautiful...
Education & Certification
Harvard University - Bachelors, Physics
Boston University - Masters, Physics
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 780
Sumaiya: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...at Drexel University and have tutored students of all levels in organic chemistry and biology. I am eager to help students advance their skills in organic chemistry and immuno fields. My tutoring style incorporates a combination of guided mini lectures and practice problems to help students build confidence in their skills in high school and university level science. I strongly believe that guiding students with foundational knowledge in chemistry and biology is important for growing...
Education & Certification
Drexel University - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Tori: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...tutoring approach involves a holistic learning process that allows students to improve their academic skills in a multifaceted manner, through the six step process that I've perfected through nearly two years of one-on-one experience with clients of all age brackets. The first is identification, where students are given an interactive set of learning exercises and it's determined whether they're visual, auditory, verbal, sequential, kinesthetic, repetitive, or combination learners. Next, we have exposure, where the learning...
Education & Certification
Georgetown University - Current Undergrad, Finance
SAT Verbal: 760
SAT Writing: 730
Piper: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...am a student at UMBC studying Mechanical Engineering. I believe that in order to make tutoring successful, you need to break down problems into attainable chunks that are understandable, and that a student can therefore master. As you build upon a concept, having a solid understanding of the basics will lead to successfully retaining the information. I am excited to help students learn and build confidence. I myself was once tutored, and I know first-hand...
Education & Certification
University of Maryland-Baltimore County - Current Undergrad, Mechanical Engineering
Robin: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...Math, along with a minor in Chemistry. I am extremely passionate about science research and worked as a bioinformatician/data analyst at UVA's Center for Brain, Immunology, and Glia. During my four years, I have successfully applied for 3 research grants and 1 scholarship independently. I have published 1 paper in Nature and recently submitted another. I hope to become a medical scientist (MD/PhD) involved in translational medicine, so that I can develop and arm doctors...
Education & Certification
University of Virginia-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 720
SAT Writing: 770
August: Washington DC Physics tutor
Certified Physics Tutor in Washington, DC
...from the University of Notre Dame in 2014 with a B.S. in Biological Sciences and Theology. I've always had a desire to help others learn--in high school I would often help my peers with material when the teachers weren't able to fully explain the material. I tutored high school students for several semesters in college and loved the chance to make learning enjoyable. I've been tutoring for the past few months. I am currently interviewing...
Education & Certification
University of Notre Dame - Bachelors, Biological Sciences and Theology
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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