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AP Physics
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I am now a playwriting MFA at NYU, one of the best programs in the country (the story of how I transitioned from physics to theater is pretty funny and I???m happy to share it). While my intensive study of advanced Math and Physics helps me tutor those subjects, I find my theater skills are just as valuable to effective teaching. As a playwright, I have learned to explain ideas efficiently, inspire excitement, and connect with an audience. Using these techniques, I hope to make my students not only better at individual subjects, but also help them fall in love with the beauty of new ideas.

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'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 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 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'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 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 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 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 am excited to be home and help fellow straphangers on their educational paths! My largest wealth of tutoring experience is in foreign languages--particularly French--but I also feel very comfortable editing essays of any kind and working through standardized test concepts. My availability is extremely flexible, and anywhere in New York City works for me. I look forward to working with you.
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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 include mechanics, thermodynamics, waves, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics. AP Physics C focuses more deeply on mechanics and electricity/magnetism using calculus. The specific topics you'll study depend on which AP Physics course your school offers, so it's helpful to clarify with your teacher which exam you're preparing for.
Your first session is about building a foundation for success. A tutor will assess your current understanding of physics concepts, identify areas where you feel confident, and pinpoint topics that need more work—whether that's kinematics, circular motion, energy conservation, or circuits. You'll also discuss your AP exam goals and timeline so the tutor can create a personalized study plan tailored to your needs.
Score improvement depends on your starting point and consistency with tutoring. Students who work with a tutor regularly and actively practice problems typically see meaningful gains—often moving from a 2 or 3 to a 4 or 5 on the AP exam. The key is identifying your specific weak areas early (whether it's conceptual understanding, problem-solving strategy, or test pacing) and addressing them systematically through targeted practice and feedback.
Many students struggle with translating word problems into physics concepts and equations—knowing which formulas apply and when. Others find the math intimidating, especially if they're weaker in algebra or calculus. Time management on the exam is another big challenge; students often spend too long on difficult problems and rush through easier ones. A tutor can help you develop problem-solving strategies, build confidence with calculations, and practice pacing techniques so you use your 90 minutes effectively.
Practice tests are essential for AP Physics success. They help you get comfortable with the exam format, identify which topics need more review, and build test-taking stamina. Taking full-length practice exams under timed conditions is especially valuable—it reveals pacing issues and helps you develop strategies for managing your time across the multiple-choice and free-response sections. Most tutors recommend completing several practice tests in the weeks leading up to the exam.
Ideally, tutoring works best when you start early in the school year—ideally by fall or early winter—so you have time to build conceptual understanding and practice before the May exam. However, even starting a few months before the test can help if you focus on your weakest areas and practice strategically. If you're already deep into the course and struggling, a tutor can help you prioritize topics and maximize your remaining study time.
Free-response questions require you to show your reasoning and work, not just get the right answer. The key is learning to set up problems clearly—define variables, draw diagrams, write out your approach—before diving into calculations. A tutor can teach you how to organize your solutions so you earn partial credit even if you make a mistake, and they can give you feedback on real AP free-response problems so you practice the exact format you'll see on test day.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors in Queens who specialize in AP Physics and understand the specific challenges of the course. When you get matched with a tutor, you can discuss your experience level, which AP Physics course you're taking, and your target score so the tutoring is personalized to your goals. Most tutors offer flexible scheduling to fit around your school and extracurricular commitments.
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