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A chemical and biomolecular engineering degree means Steve spent years applying thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and electromagnetism to real systems — the same core principles that drive AP Physics 1 and 2. He's particularly sharp at teaching students how to connect free-body diagrams to Newton's laws and energy bar charts to conservation principles, building the kind of physical intuition the exam's qualitative questions demand. Rated 5.0 by students.

I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old electronics, playing Pokemon, or picking at my guitar.
I am an aspiring applied mathematician, with particular interest in image processing and climate science. I graduated in May 2017 from Washington University in St. Louis with a bachelor's in physics and mathematics, and am beginning a PhD program in September 2017 at the University of Chicago in Computational and Applied Mathematics. I've tutored introductory physics students for three years and enjoyed it thoroughly, as a chance to help other students while revisiting fundamental concepts to enhance my own knowledge. I'm eager to continue reaching out and helping students of math and physics to succeed and, furthermore, to appreciate the beauty and power of these subjects.
I'm a rising junior at Brown University studying biomedical engineering. I have lots of experience in middle school through college level instruction in STEM and SAT/ACT prep. My goal is to provide a fun and productive learning environment by only teaching subjects that I am passionate about.
I'm available to tutor biology, chemistry, physics, math from Algebra up through AP Calculus, SAT test prep, and French. I've been tutoring students in science and math for 7 years. I also spent 8 months working and studying in France, and have tutored high school and adult students in French. When I'm not working or studying, I love playing volleyball (indoors or on the beach!) and spending time outside, canoeing or hiking with my dog. I look forward to meeting and working with you!
I'm a freshman at Stanford University pursuing a degree in mathematical and computational science. I've been tutoring students from grades 3-12 throughout high school, and I look forward to continue in college. Nothing excites me more than learning something new, and I strive to share my excitement with my tutees.
I am a rising senior at Harvard College pursuing an AB in Government. Academically, I have diverse interests, including history, language, math, physics, philosophy, music, and politics. In high school, I tutored elementary, middle, and high school students in music, math, ACT and SAT prep, and Spanish. At Harvard, I spent a year as a course assistant in the math department, helping to teach introductory undergraduate calculus. Currently, I volunteer with the Leadership Institute at Harvard College (LIHC) as part of its Social Outreach Committee. This work involves teaching a weekly course called "Fundamentals of Leadership" to a class of middle school students. Overall, I have found my experiences tutoring math to be the most rewarding.
I'm Dennis. I study physics, math, and computer science. I have done research about cosmic ray acceleration at supernova shock fronts in the Princeton University Department of Astrophysics, simulating how the turbulent plasmas push protons and ions. I have also worked at the Norfolk State University Department of Engineering, designing, simulating, optimizing, and building light filters for wavelength-division optical-electronic multiplexers. Another field I study is the mathematics of quasicrystals and aperiodic tilings, such as the Penrose tiling of rhombuses.
I am enrolled in the Mechanical Engineering PhD program at Rice University which will begin Fall 2020, and I am hoping to return to academia as a professor after earning my PhD. In the meantime, I am looking to share my passion for gaining knowledge, specifically in STEM, by educating the up and coming members of such a great field. I have experience tutoring both Calculus and Physics at Notre Dame, as well as experience as a Student Assistant for Differential Equations and Mechanics. I believe the key to learning is much deeper than learning to solve problems and that seeking knowledge is one of the best means for personal improvement.
I am a current (though almost graduated) student in Chemical Engineering at Georgia Tech. I absolutely love teaching and tutoring, and I have 3 years experience tutoring and just over a year's experience in being a teacher's assistant. I am passionate about math and science, and I love helping people understand new material. Learning is something I have always loved, and I want to share that passion with others.
I am a lifelong learner, teacher, and researcher in the field of physics. I received a PhD in Physics from the University of Michigan and a BS in Physics from Rice University. I have four years of physics teaching experience at the University of Michigan, primarily undergraduate laboratory courses with an emphasis on electromagnetism, circuits, waves, optics, and real-world applications of these and other physical phenomena. Many of these courses, including one I helped design, focused on helping non-STEM students master physics concepts that may be difficult to grasp in a standard classroom setting. I have tutored in a variety of subjects since high school, but most recently I have spent several years helping students understand concepts and succeed in coursework throughout a large variety of college-level physics topics, from basic mechanics to advanced electrodynamics and special relativity.
I am an undergraduate of the Johns Hopkins University, majoring in Biomedical Engineering and Computer Science. I have years of experience tutoring and teaching math and various sciences from an elementary to a college level. I primarily tutor college level courses such as physics and biochemistry, but also have extensive experience in social sciences, biology, and higher mathematics such as Calculus and Differential Equations. I believe that demonstrating the various real-world applications of a given concept is the best method to increase a student's understanding.
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Frequently Asked Questions
AP Physics covers two main courses: AP Physics 1 (algebra-based) and AP Physics 2 (algebra-based), plus AP Physics C (calculus-based). Both AP Physics 1 and 2 cover mechanics, waves, thermodynamics, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics. AP Physics C focuses more deeply on mechanics and electricity/magnetism using calculus. Knowing which course you're taking helps tutors tailor their instruction to match your exam format and the specific problem-solving approaches you'll need.
Many students struggle with translating word problems into equations, understanding when to apply different physics principles, and managing the time pressure of the exam—which includes both multiple-choice and free-response sections. Another common challenge is building conceptual understanding alongside mathematical problem-solving; students often memorize formulas without grasping the underlying physics. Personalized tutoring helps identify which concepts need reinforcement and develops problem-solving strategies that work for your learning style.
Score improvement depends on your starting point and how much you engage with tutoring, but students typically see meaningful gains when they work with a tutor to identify weak concepts, practice problem-solving strategies, and take timed practice tests. Many students improve by 1-2 points on the 1-5 AP scale, though some see larger jumps if they're addressing fundamental gaps. Starting tutoring early in the school year gives you more time to build confidence and master challenging topics before the May exam.
Practice tests are essential—they help you get familiar with the exam format, identify weak areas, and practice time management under realistic conditions. The AP Physics exam includes 50 multiple-choice questions (90 minutes) and free-response questions that require you to show your reasoning, so practicing both sections separately and in full-length format builds exam readiness. Tutors can review your practice test results to pinpoint exactly where you're losing points and develop targeted strategies to improve.
Test anxiety in physics often stems from uncertainty about problem-solving approaches or fear of running out of time. Working with a tutor helps build genuine confidence by repeatedly practicing problems until strategies become automatic, reducing the anxiety that comes from feeling unprepared. Additionally, tutors can teach you how to approach unfamiliar problems systematically—reading carefully, identifying what you know and need to find, and choosing the right physics principle—which gives you a framework to stay calm during the exam.
Ideally, tutoring works best when you start early in the school year—ideally in September or October—so you can build understanding gradually and address gaps before they accumulate. However, even starting in January or February can help if you focus on the most heavily weighted topics and practice tests. For students in Little Rock's 18 school districts, connecting with a tutor early gives you time to work through the full curriculum at a pace that fits your schedule and learning needs.
Look for tutors with strong physics backgrounds—ideally a degree in physics, engineering, or a related field—and experience teaching or tutoring AP Physics specifically. They should understand the AP exam format, know which topics are most heavily tested, and be able to explain concepts clearly at the high school level. Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have proven experience helping students master AP Physics content and test-taking strategies.
Free-response questions require you to show your work and reasoning, not just the final answer—graders award partial credit for correct setup and methodology even if your final answer is wrong. Start by clearly identifying what's given, what you need to find, and which physics principles apply. A tutor can teach you how to organize your solutions consistently, explain your reasoning step-by-step, and practice writing responses that earn maximum points even on problems you find challenging.
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