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I am an Applied Physics Major with an Emphasis in Mechanical Engineering at Brigham Young University. I love to share the joy I have in the sciences and math to show truly the applications are so far-reaching.

Studying aerospace engineering at the University of Tennessee means Aubrey has worked through the full physics sequence — mechanics, electromagnetism, waves, and thermodynamics — and applied those principles to aircraft and spacecraft design. She teaches Physics by anchoring each concept to a physical scenario first, then layering in the math, so free-body diagrams and energy conservation problems stop feeling like formula hunts.
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 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 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 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
Physics students often struggle with three key areas: understanding abstract concepts like forces and energy that can't be directly observed, balancing equations and managing unit conversions accurately, and connecting theoretical principles to real-world applications. Many students memorize formulas without grasping the underlying concepts, which makes problem-solving difficult when questions require deeper reasoning. Personalized tutoring helps students build conceptual understanding alongside computational skills, making physics feel less like memorization and more like logical problem-solving.
Knoxville's schools generally offer Physics I (introductory mechanics and energy), Physics II (electricity, magnetism, and waves), and AP Physics courses for advanced students. Many schools also offer specialized options like Physics for Life Sciences or Physics electives focused on specific applications. The exact curriculum varies by school and grade level, but most students encounter foundational concepts in kinematics, forces, work and energy, and waves before moving to more advanced topics. Tutors experienced with Knoxville's school systems can align instruction with your specific course requirements.
One of physics's biggest challenges is visualizing forces, fields, and energy that we can't see directly. Expert tutors use multiple strategies—diagrams, simulations, real-world demonstrations, and step-by-step problem breakdowns—to make abstract concepts concrete and intuitive. For example, a tutor might use everyday scenarios (like a car braking) to explain friction and Newton's laws, or interactive tools to show how changing variables affects motion. This multi-sensory approach helps concepts stick in ways that lectures alone often don't.
Yes. Tutors can help you understand the scientific method, design experiments, analyze data, and interpret results—all critical skills for lab success. Whether you're preparing for a lab report, troubleshooting why an experiment didn't work as expected, or trying to connect lab observations to theoretical concepts, personalized instruction bridges the gap between theory and practice. Strong lab skills also reinforce conceptual understanding, making both classroom learning and hands-on work more meaningful.
Your first session focuses on understanding your goals, current challenges, and learning style. The tutor will assess your grasp of foundational concepts, identify specific topics causing confusion (whether it's kinematics, energy, circuits, or something else), and learn about your course requirements and timeline. From there, you'll develop a personalized plan that targets your weak areas while building on your strengths. This diagnostic approach ensures every session after that is focused and efficient.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have strong backgrounds in Physics and experience teaching students at your level—whether you're in high school Physics, AP Physics, or preparing for college-level work. When you describe your specific challenges and goals, you'll be matched with a tutor whose expertise and teaching style fit your needs. Many tutors in the Knoxville area have experience with local school curricula and can tailor lessons to your course's specific focus.
Many students notice improved understanding and confidence within 2-3 sessions, especially when tutoring targets specific problem areas. However, building strong Physics skills—particularly the ability to apply concepts to new problems—typically requires consistent work over several weeks or months. The timeline depends on your starting point, the complexity of topics you're tackling, and how frequently you meet with your tutor. Regular practice between sessions, guided by your tutor, accelerates progress significantly.
Expert tutors teach you a systematic approach to problem-solving: identifying what you know, determining what you're solving for, selecting the right concepts and equations, and checking whether your answer makes sense. Rather than just showing you how to solve one problem, tutors help you recognize patterns and develop strategies you can apply to new, unfamiliar problems. This builds genuine problem-solving ability instead of formula memorization, which is especially important for exams and real-world applications of physics.
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