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10+ years
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 l...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelors

Certified Tutor
10+ years
Aaron
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 e...
The University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Duke University
Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Justin
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 Com...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor's in Physics and Mathematics
University of Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Mathematics
Certified Tutor
Kate
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 ...
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Masters, Environmental Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelors
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Phillip
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.
Brown University
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Certified Tutor
3+ years
Ava
I am current master's student pursuing an advanced degree in environmental engineering. I have about 3 years of experience tutoring a standard math and science curricula to students ranging in age from 7-17. I attended college at Washington University in St. Louis receiving a degree in mechanical en...
Washington University in St. Louis
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Energy Engineering (2020)
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Aimee
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 peopl...
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus
Bachelor of Science, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Current Grad Student, Biological/Biosystems Engineering
Certified Tutor
7+ years
Michael
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 w...
Rice University
Bachelor of Science, Physics
University of Michigan
Doctor of Philosophy, Physics
Rice University
BS in Physics
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Bidyut
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, ...
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Dennis
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...
Princeton University
Bachelor of Science
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Jeffrey
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 com...
University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Science
Rice University
Doctor of Philosophy, Mechanical Engineering
Certified Tutor
6+ years
JF
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 ...
Stanford University
Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science
Certified Tutor
Richard
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 Span...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts, Government
Certified Tutor
6+ years
Sanjana
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 acce...
Harvard University
Bachelor in Arts, Applied Mathematics
Certified Tutor
Fred
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...
Princeton University
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
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AP Physics covers mechanics, energy, waves, electricity, magnetism, and modern physics—a broad range of interconnected concepts that build on each other. Personalized tutoring helps you break down complex topics like circular motion, thermodynamics, and electromagnetic induction into manageable pieces, with a tutor who can focus on your specific weak areas rather than moving at a class pace.
Score improvement depends on your starting point and effort, but students who work consistently with a tutor typically see meaningful gains—often 1-2 points on the 1-5 AP scale. The key is identifying which concepts you're struggling with (like free-body diagrams or energy conservation) and practicing problem-solving repeatedly, which personalized instruction makes much more efficient than studying alone.
Many students struggle with translating word problems into physics equations, visualizing abstract concepts like fields and waves, and managing the time pressure on the exam. Tutoring addresses these by teaching you to break down problems systematically, use diagrams and visual strategies, and practice timed problem sets so you develop both understanding and speed.
The AP Physics exam has two sections: a 90-minute multiple-choice section (50 questions) and a 90-minute free-response section (5 questions). Success requires both conceptual understanding and problem-solving speed. A tutor can help you practice both question types, develop strategies for managing time on each section, and identify which topics appear most frequently so you focus your study efficiently.
Practice tests are essential—they help you identify weak areas, get comfortable with the exam format, and build test-taking stamina. A tutor can help you take full-length practice tests under timed conditions, review your mistakes in detail to understand why you missed each question, and adjust your study plan based on patterns in your performance.
Test anxiety often comes from feeling unprepared or unsure of your problem-solving approach. Working with a tutor builds confidence through repeated practice, mastering consistent strategies for tackling different problem types, and getting feedback on your work before exam day. Many students also find that understanding the 'why' behind concepts—not just memorizing formulas—reduces anxiety significantly.
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Your first session is typically a diagnostic—your tutor will assess your current understanding of key concepts, identify specific weak areas, and learn about your learning style and goals. From there, you'll work together to create a personalized study plan that targets your challenges and prepares you for the AP exam in a way that fits your timeline and pace.
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