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MD Drexel University College of Medicine • BA University of California Los Angeles
1+ Years Tutoring

I am one of many Varsity Tutors. I attended Jesuit High School in Carmichael, CA where I graduated with a 4.3 GPA taking multiple AP and honors courses (AP Bio, Chem, Physics B, Gov, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, English Lit, and English Lang). I also participated in several tutoring organizations throughout high school.

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Chris
Current Undergrad, Biomedical Engineering University of California Los Angeles
10+ Years Tutoring

I am a UCLA Bioengineer. I am a well qualified tutor and have had many years of experience in both paid and unpaid roles from 6th grade to 12 grade to present. I have always excelled in academics, math, writing, and english and have scored well on all standardized tests and state tests. I have scored 800/800 in SAT 1 math, SAT 2 math. I have scored 760/800 in SAT writing. I received scores of 5/5 in AP Calculus AB and BC and have taken numerous other APs, passing the APs in Physics, Biology, Literature, Language and Composition, Environmental Science, Economics, US history, and Chemistry. I was the President of my high school's only tutoring club and only math club, Infinity Math Club, where I dedicated my time tutoring struggling students in all math levels. I was a tutor in my high school's RAMS program for all academic subjects. I love working with students and love to see them succeed in subjects that they once struggled in.

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Kevin
BA University of California-Santa Barbara
8+ Years Tutoring

I am a 2018 graduate of University of California Santa Barbara, with a B.S. degree in Biological Sciences through the Honors Program. I consider education to be tremendously important not just during development, but also throughout life. I believe it's critical to establish the right attitude toward learning; a feat that once accomplished can improve a student's long-term output in school. Education is an integral part of my career choice: I aspire to become a physician, a career intertwined with knowledge and education. However, teaching and learning are present in every career, and every part of life for that matter.

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Ari
BA Wesleyan University
9+ Years Tutoring

I'm Arian. I graduated from Wesleyan University with degrees in English and Environmental Studies, with a focus on creative writing. For my senior thesis, I wrote a 50-page epic poem that intertwined the geobiological evolution of the earth with my family history.

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Jack
Current Undergrad, Double in Integrative Biology and Anthropology University of California-Berkeley
10+ Years Tutoring

I'm an undergraduate at UC Berkeley with two years currently under my belt and the intention to double major in anthropology and biology. My focus is on understanding human biological and social origins through analysis of human artifacts, biological remains, and environmental reconstruction, with a parallel interest in preservation strategies. Outside of academics, I'm passionate about all manner of developing sciences and technologies as well as current events and the history behind them.

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Drew
Current Undergrad, Physics/Mathematics Occidental College
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a freshman studying Physics and Mathematics at Occidental College in Pasadena, California. I have been tutoring high school students in mathematics and science for the past 3 years. While my methods in teaching rely on a few fundamental principles, I realize that each student I come into contact with learns in very different ways. I believe I am a good fit for your student not because of my knowledge in specific subjects, but my ability to cater to each student's individual learning strengths - creating a work environment in which your student is not only comfortable, but one in which they thrive.

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Valerie
Current Undergrad, Physics-engineering 3-2 Ithaca College
1+ Years Tutoring

I am currently a student at Ithaca College pursuing a degree in physics. I am very passionate about math and science especially, and I have found that teaching students is another passion. I have experience tutoring high school students in areas including algebra, algebra 2 and AP Physics 1. I love working with students to help them achieve their goals, and finding exactly what teaching style works best for which students.

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Andrew
PhD Boston University • BA Massachusetts Institute of Technology
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a great tutor because not only are my fundamental verbal and quantitative skills strong, but I am able to communicate my reasoning and problem solving skills quickly and clearly.

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Aaron
BA The University of Texas at Dallas • Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering Duke University
10+ Years Tutoring

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.

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Crony
BA Brown University
6+ Years Tutoring

I am a Brown University graduate with an Sc. B. in Neuroscience and an A.B. in Economics. Although I tutor a range of different subjects, I enjoy tutoring Physics and Math the most. I am passionate about tutoring because I like guiding my students and helping them see problems in a much less complicated way. I have 5+ years of experience teaching and tutoring students of all levels from elementary school to college. Over the past years, I have loved seeing the same students who had difficulty in the subjects become masters in them under my assistance when I taught them simpler approaches. Looking forward to working with you :)

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Jeffrey
BA University of Notre Dame • Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering Rice University
6+ Years Tutoring

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.

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Fred
BA Princeton University
1+ Years Tutoring

I am a May 2012 graduate of Princeton University with a degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering currently working in Midtown Manhattan as a consultant. In the past I have had a variety of opportunities to tutor - from one on one tutoring for the SAT in high school and peer tutoring in college, to online tutoring students in Korea and and teaching a two month English seminar in Brazil. Although I have a variety of academic interests, my educational emphasis in math and sciences has led me doing the majority of my tutoring in these subjects. I have worked with students of all ages, learning styles, and strengths, and I love the opportunity to shape a learning experience together!

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Agustin
Current Undergrad Student, Molecular Biology Princeton University
9+ Years Tutoring

I am currently working for a tutoring service called Princeton Tutoring as an independent contractor. As a member of their tutoring base, I instruct students in Math, Physics, AP Exams and most often, the SAT. I have obtained outstanding scores and am confident I can convey instruction and techniques that have worked for me. I have a solid foundation in the Spanish language and am completely fluent in German and Russian.

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Nicholas
Current Undergrad Student, Chemistry Massachusetts Institute of Technology
9+ Years Tutoring

I'm Nick! I'm a current undergraduate at MIT and a chemistry major. I specialize in chemistry and all sorts of math, but I also am proficient in French and Physics. I can also help with ACT preparation.

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Bryan
BA Duke University
8+ Years Tutoring

I am available to help students with any topics they are struggling with in their high school or early college-level Physics courses.

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Ritesh
BA Cornell University
5+ Years Tutoring

I am currently a rising junior at Cornell University studying physics. I have worked with students of the elementary, middle, and high school levels in subjects such as math, physics, and even music production! I mainly focus on tutoring math and physics because I believe having a deep understanding of these subjects allows one to think more analytically of the world around us. I also believe in getting to know how a student learns best, as everyone learns differently, and tailoring lessons with that learning method in mind.

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Matthew
BA Washington University in St. Louis
1+ Years Tutoring

I am currently conducting breast cancer research as the lab manager in an immunology lab at Columbia University Medical Center. I am extremely comfortable with physics and mathematics (from my studies) as well as biology, chemistry, and biochemistry (through my research experience) and sincerely enjoy tutoring students in those areas. I also enjoy tutoring for standardized tests. While I was studying for the SAT, ACT, and MCAT, all of my preparation was through self-study; as a result, I have a unique approach to preparing for tests that emphasizes knowing the test itself more than the actual material. In addition to tutoring natural sciences and standardized test prep, I tutor Spanish, which I studied for 7 years and spoke for a year while living in Spain. In my spare time, I play guitar, cook for my friends, read, and play with my cat Suki.

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Aimee
BA Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus • Current Grad Student, Biological/Biosystems Engineering Massachusetts Institute of Technology
8+ Years Tutoring

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.

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Sanjana
BA Harvard University
6+ Years Tutoring

I'm a sophomore at Harvard studying Applied Math, Economics, and Computer Science. I've tutored in a variety of subjects throughout high school and currently work part-time as a Course Assistant for an Introductory Calculus course at Harvard. I especially love tutoring math and making it a more accessible subject for students to learn. Aside from academics, I'm passionate about community service (I'm a director for a student-run homeless shelter!), music, digital design, and baking!

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Frequently Asked Questions

AP Physics covers mechanics, energy, waves, electricity and magnetism, and modern physics. Each topic requires both conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills, which can be challenging to develop on your own. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction allows tutors to focus on your specific weak areas—whether that's kinematics, energy conservation, or circuit analysis—and build your confidence before the exam.

Score improvement depends on your starting point, current understanding, and how consistently you study. Students who work with tutors typically see meaningful gains by focusing on their weakest topics and practicing problems strategically. Most students benefit from starting tutoring at least 2-3 months before the exam to allow time for concept review and practice test work.

Your first session is focused on assessment and planning. A tutor will review your current understanding of AP Physics concepts, identify your strongest and weakest areas, and learn about your goals—whether you're aiming for a 3, 4, or 5. From there, you'll develop a personalized study plan that targets the topics where you need the most support.

Many students struggle with pacing on the AP Physics exam, especially the free-response section. Tutors can teach you systematic problem-solving strategies—like drawing diagrams, identifying relevant equations, and checking your work—that help you solve problems more efficiently. Regular practice with actual AP exam questions under timed conditions is key to building speed without sacrificing accuracy.

Students often struggle with conceptual gaps in areas like Newton's laws, forces, energy, and momentum. These misconceptions can lead to systematic errors on the exam. Personalized tutoring helps by identifying your specific misunderstandings early and using targeted explanations and practice problems to build solid conceptual foundations before moving to more complex material.

Practice tests are essential for understanding the exam format, pacing yourself, and identifying weak topics. A tutor can help you take practice tests strategically—spacing them throughout your study period, analyzing your mistakes to spot patterns, and adjusting your study plan based on which concepts need more work. This targeted approach is much more effective than taking random practice tests without feedback.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors for AP Physics in San Francisco who have strong backgrounds in physics and experience preparing students for the exam. When you get matched with a tutor, you'll learn about their qualifications, teaching approach, and availability so you can find the right fit for your learning style and schedule.

Test anxiety often stems from feeling unprepared or unsure about problem-solving strategies. Working with a tutor builds genuine confidence by ensuring you understand the material deeply and have practiced extensively with real exam questions. Your tutor can also teach you practical strategies for staying calm during the exam, managing your time, and approaching difficult problems systematically.

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