Award-Winning College Physics Tutors
serving Charlotte, NC
Award-Winning
College Physics
Tutors in Charlotte
Private 1-on-1 tutoring, weekly live classes for academic support, test prep & enrichment, practice tests and diagnostics, and more to elevate grades and test scores.
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Studying physics at NC State while minoring in both computer science and mathematics means Gatlin is actively sitting in the same lecture halls and grinding through the same problem sets his students are — from projectile motion and torque to circuits and wave optics. That real-time immersion keeps him sharp on exactly which derivations and conceptual leaps cause the most confusion in introductory and intermediate courses. Rated 4.8 by students.

Civil engineering coursework at Clemson put Matthew through the full sequence of calculus-based physics — statics, dynamics, fluid mechanics, structural loading — and his professional engineering experience means he's applied those principles to real designs, not just homework sets. He breaks down free-body diagrams and equilibrium problems with the practicality of someone who's had to get them right on actual projects. 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 interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all subjects, I take a creative, inquiry-based and learner-centered approach, designing opportunities for each unique individual to meet their learning goals.
I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant at Columbia University in my department and also have tutored graduate students and undergraduates privately as well. My primary areas of tutoring are math and statistics coursework in addition to math sections on standardized tests such as the GRE and GMAT. I am very passionate about helping students feel more confident and excited about math. In my spare time, I enjoy running, playing piano, and spending time with friends and family.
I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults towards passing the US Citizenship Exam and taught English in India, where I lived for six months. Whenever I work with a student I personalize the lessons to fit their particular learning style, since I know every student is unique and having the right fit can make all the difference in making learning fun and effective. My strengths are tutoring the social sciences and humanities, as well as making math and standardized tests approachable to students that normally don't like those subjects. In my spare time I like traveling, spending time in the outdoors (climbing & backpacking), meditation, and playing soccer. Next fall I will be beginning my PhD in Education at Harvard University.
I am proud to be a part of Varsity Tutors! I am originally from San Antonio, TX; I completed my undergraduate education at Rice University in Houston where I received a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Cell Biology. Currently, I am in my second year of medical school at Baylor College of Medicine.
I'm Solange - a recent graduate from Harvard where I studied Sociology & Women's Studies. I've been tutoring for eight years now, and have worked with a wide range of ages and in a wide range of subjects. Some of my specialties are college prep/test taking II worked in the admissions office on campus); social sciences; and literature/writing.
I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best describe my tutoring style as one that adapts to each students' needs. For example, I have always tried to frame questions in a different way so that the student can better understand the question. Some students need visual representations of numbers and systems to understand them, and others benefit more by understanding the concepts behind each formula. I prefer to tutor in math and physics, and especially with real world application problems. I hope to help students improve their standardized test scores and their understanding of the math and sciences so that they can achieve their academic goals!
I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received my Masters in Mild to Moderate Disabilities from Simmons College. I have worked extensively with students with a range of abilities, including students with specific learning disabilities, emotional impairments, dyslexia, and ADHD. My teaching experience has given me a deep understanding of the knowledge and habits essential to academic success and has given me the opportunity to hone a variety of strategies that ensure students at each level can achieve their academic goals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, my favorite ones are Reading, Elementary/Middle School Math, History, and Test Prep. In my experience, tutoring is the most rewarding when a student has that "aha!" moment and achieves a new level of understanding and confidence in his/her abilities. I am a firm believer in the transformative power of education, and I see my role to be that of a facilitator and coach who is there to help the student reach his/her goals through individualized support and rigorous practice. In my free time, I enjoy reading, running, practicing my Spanish, and discovering new music. I am also an avid traveler and just got back from a 3 month trip to South America. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you!
I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tutor for both Math and Spanish programs in high school and enjoyed the strides I made with students. I am willing to tutor any subject I have a background in, but am strong in mathematics, the sciences, Spanish, history, writing, and ACT prep. I enjoy teaching mathematics most due to the joy I can see in children once they master a topic and can answer even pointed questions meant to stump them, and maybe even put their knowledge to real world use. As a tutor, I like to give a strong foundation to orient my student, and then gradually grant them more freedom and independence until they can feel themselves grasp the concept, pointing out pitfalls or common errors along the way; teachers who used these methods on me always left the most lasting impressions. Outside of my studies, I really enjoy listening to music, both old favorites and new interests, reading classics, and gaming/playing basketball with my friends.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
College Physics demands both conceptual understanding and mathematical problem-solving skills, which can feel overwhelming when tackled together. Students often struggle with visualizing abstract concepts like electromagnetic fields, momentum, and energy conservation, as well as applying multiple problem-solving strategies to unfamiliar scenarios. Many also find the transition from algebra-based to calculus-based physics challenging, especially when unit conversions and dimensional analysis become critical to getting the right answer.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to break down complex concepts into manageable pieces and connect abstract theory to real-world applications you can visualize. A tutor can identify whether you're struggling with the physics concepts themselves or the math behind them—and address both. They'll also help you develop problem-solving strategies, practice with past exams, and build confidence approaching unfamiliar questions, which is essential for performing well on college-level assessments.
Yes—tutors can help you understand the physics principles behind your lab experiments and guide you through data analysis, error calculations, and scientific reasoning. They can also help you prepare lab reports by explaining how to connect your experimental results back to the theoretical concepts you're learning in lecture. This deeper understanding of the scientific method strengthens both your lab performance and your grasp of the underlying physics.
Your first session is about building a foundation for success. A tutor will assess your current understanding of key concepts, identify specific areas where you're struggling (whether it's kinematics, forces, energy, or something else), and learn about your learning style and goals. From there, they'll create a personalized plan focused on the topics most relevant to your coursework and upcoming exams.
Understanding concepts is far more important—and it actually makes formulas easier to remember. When you grasp why a formula works and what it represents physically, you can apply it to new problems rather than just plugging numbers in. A tutor helps you build this conceptual foundation first, then shows you how the math naturally follows from the physics, so you're not just memorizing but truly understanding.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have strong backgrounds in physics and experience helping college students master the subject. You'll be matched based on your specific needs—whether you need help with a particular unit, exam prep, or ongoing support throughout the semester. The process is straightforward: tell us your goals, and we'll find a tutor who's the right fit for your learning style and schedule.
Tutors use multiple strategies to make abstract concepts concrete: drawing free-body diagrams, working through real-world examples, using analogies, and sometimes even using simulations or visual tools to show how forces and fields behave. Breaking down a complex scenario into smaller, observable parts—and connecting it to something you've experienced—makes the physics feel less abstract and more intuitive.
Ideally, start a few weeks before your exam so you have time to identify weak areas, practice problem-solving, and build confidence. However, even a few sessions focused on your most challenging topics can make a meaningful difference. The key is consistent practice and targeted review—a tutor can help you prioritize what to study and develop strategies for tackling exam questions efficiently.
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