Award-Winning Tutors from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

As an Industrial Engineer currently completing a Master of Science in Human Factors Engineering, I bring a strong analytical foundation in mathematics, statistics, engineering, and data science. I am passionate about helping people develop the confidence and problem-solving skills necessary for success. Teaching has been a central part of my life since I was 16 years old. I began by coaching young gymnasts, where I learned the importance of patience and adaptability. Since then, I have expanded my teaching experience to include percussion instruction as well as tutoring college-level technical subjects such as linear and matrix algebra, experimental design, and discrete event simulation modeling. I believe that education is most effective when students are actively engaged while learning. By combining my technical background with years of teaching experience, I aim to help students build the skills to succeed independently.

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I am a senior chemical engineering major at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. I love to help people improve their skills in STEM fields and to help them apply what they learn.

Hello, my name is Colm and I am currently a graduate student at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. I have been at RPI for 5 years now. I love to ski, play soccer and do a variety of other activities in order to have a good time.I have a fairly laid back approach to tutoring, with first establishing a baseline with each student and then working to improve the student overall, with focusing on the critical points first. I am most interested in tutoring technical subjects (math or sciences) or preparing for exams. I have taken the SAT, GRE, AP exams and a variety of subject tests. However, i would also work with students in whatever subject needs to be covered in order to help them succeed.

I am a recent BS. Civil Engineering Graduate from RPI, and working as a Bridge Engineer! Since HS I enjoyed all things math and science (hence Engineering aha) and have a passion for teaching/tutoring other students! Throughout HS and college, being tutored myself helped me a lot and taught me the value of learning and sharing knowledge. I strongly believe that sparking curiosity and being a life-long learner is very important, and the skills and concepts learned in school can have many applications in any/every aspiration possible. I've tutored other students for about 3-4 years and look forward to tutoring you!Apart from tutoring, I enjoy watching sports such as Tennis, Soccer and Formula 1, enjoy working out and staying active, and trying new food! I also particularly love finance, budgeting and personal finance!

Hello, my name is Yosef and I would be happy to serve as a math tutor. I place strong emphasis on a good balance between knowledge of mathematical content and proficiency in problem-solving, reasoning, and conveying mathematical ideas in writing. There are times when a student needs to be informed of a solution, times when he or she also needs to hear the explanation of why the solution works, and times when he or she should be guided to finding the solution on his or her own. It is important for the tutor to recognize which approach is appropriate. Frequently, when students struggle, it is because they do not understand the notation or terminology in use. In such cases, it is important to reassure the student, reminding him or her that he or she is only struggling with understanding a single word, not the entire mathematical concept. As a rule, people perform better and are better motivated when they have self-confidence, not when the task ahead seems frighteningly daunting. It is also important to recognize that different students learn best through different means. As an example, some students are visual learners and can understand the material best through pictures and gestures. Other students learn best through hearing the procedures vocalized, while still others learn best through writing out the steps of the solution procedure. I know to adapt my teaching style to the individual student. with these considerations in mind, I promise to provide the best assistance that I can, taking your individual needs into consideration.

I hope to help students convey their messages or goals concisely and straightforwardly through essay editing and support. With my extensive background in both Math and English tutoring from K through 12th grade, as well as a specialized focus on college admissions support and application development (including standardized testing support), I am confident that students will be able to greatly improve their literacy and writing with some tips and new skills.

Hi! I'm Georgie, I'm 24, and I'm a recent college graduate from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. I have my professional Bachelors of Architecture and am employed full time in Philadelphia, PA. In my (little) spare time, I enjoy reading, playing my guitar, biking, and playing volleyball. I love hiking and my little Jack Russell, Stu!

Physics major at RPI -- I have been a TA for Physics 1 and Physics 2. I can definitely help you with freshmen or high school level physics.

In terms of credentials, I have a Bachelors of Science in Biomedical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI). My main area of academic focus was in biomaterials, which includes (but is not limited to) the study of cell biology, design and use of biological implants, and the design and delivery of drugs. I also pursued some undergraduate research in the area of Biocomputation, which involved utilizing algorithms to simulate biological processes. I also worked as a laboratory teaching assistant for Physics II for two years which involved working with a laboratory section of over 40 undergraduate students of various majors as well as helping to staff designated tutoring sessions for the course material, and briefly as a one-on-one Biomechanics tutor for a few months. I also participated in a few outreach programs (with RPI's Biomedical Engineering Graduate Council) which aimed to get young children involved and interested in science. I also studied the fundamentals of computer programming and data structures during my senior year of university, and have had an interest in programming ever since.Outside of academics, I've been playing the bass guitar since I was 15, with two years of receiving formal instruction. I love playing Squash as well as Soccer (though not as well as the former, plus RIP USMNT but at least Poland qualified), and I also enjoy jogging as well. I also like to both read and write sci-fi, fantasy, and non-fiction currently. My favorite movie is Blade Runner, and no, I have not seen the sequel yet.In terms of my own philosophy on education and my potential role in it, I believe that at the bare minimum, a high school diploma is a key requirement for one to be able have success in the adult world. I believe that I have the potential (through the knowledge I have obtained and my ability to problem solve) to help students in need work towards achieving that end goal, and more should they desire. So, that's why I'm here.

Hi!I'm a graduate of Norwalk Community College in CT and am currently attending RPI.I achieved an Associates degree in Engineering Science from NCC and am now pursuing a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering at RPI.I was a tutor for a year and a half at NCC and the subjects I tutored were Math (low to high level), Physics, and a bit of Chemistry.I would definitely say my favorite subject to tutor is math. No matter what an individuals major everybody has to go through some level of it. So as a tutor I've been exposed to a multitude of people who I've been able to teach and learn from.When I tutor I prefer to let the students "teach" themselves. I am more than willing to help along the way but my goal is to see my students continually progress until they are self sufficient.Outside of tutoring I'm at the gym or hanging out with some friends.There's definitely more to that, so come and find out more in a session or two!

I am currently a first-year medical student.I decided to pursue this difficult and lengthy path only after facing several challenges along the way. Throughout my childhood and my high school career, test-taking always seemed to be a challenge. I pushed to get the best scores I could, but something was wrong. I had a lack of direction. I needed a mentor.When I had my first mentor, I wasn't sure he would be the right one. We worked together for some time, but some of his characteristics were not compatible with my liking. After about two more mentors, I finally selected an intelligent, organized, and serious mentor that was heavily invested in my success. To have a mentor that is invested in your success is a fantastic feeling. Suddenly, my motivation increased, my grades improved and I was accepted into very good colleges and programs. That was my goal. I couldn't reach that goal without my mentor. My mentor taught me more than just English, Writing, ACT/SAT, he taught me humility, determination, and confidence. For these reasons, I am still in contact with him today.As a tutor-- mentor-- I will help my mentee achieve their goals (academic and mental). I will work with them hour by hour to the best of my ability to deliver what is necessary to achieve their goals. Education matters and your knowledge is tested through your scores, so they matter. The only way to win is through effective collaboration, mental determination, and hard work. I want to work with my mentee to figure out what I can do for him or her.

Hello! I am a second-year BS/MD student at RPI and Albany Medical College, majoring in Biology. My interest in tutoring began in high school, where I helped classmates in math and chemistry. I also founded a chemistry club for middle school girls to spark early interest in science and prepare them for academic competitions. I am currently a TA for Organic Chemistry at RPI. I tutor AP Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, AP Biology, and SAT Math. Chemistry is my favorite subject to teach, and I was in the top 150 students in the US National Chemistry Olympiad and won the National Science Bowl twice. My tutoring style is flexible and student-focused. I adapt each session to the individual's learning style, combining my own teaching materials with any resources the student prefers. I emphasize building a strong understanding of core concepts first, followed by practice problems and application of test prep strategies to reinforce knowledge and speed.

I'm a tutor and teacher with over 6 years of experience that conducts low-stress, engaging, and meaningful sessions with my students.My name is Sarah Tedesco and I am a 23-year-old Ph.D. student from Long Island, New York. I am a first year Ph.D. student in Cellular Biology at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. I currently hold a Master's Degree in Biomedical Engineering from the same university. I truly hold a passion for teaching and I hope to become a professor and scientist after my Ph.D.I began tutoring during my freshman year of high school and instantly fell in love. My self-made hodge-podge tutoring business grew exponentially through the end of high school, where I earned an Advanced Regents Diploma with Mastery in Science and Mathematics in 2018. I also graduated on the Principal's List, as an AP Scholar with Distinction, and with an AP Capstone Diploma. I was the highest ranked female student in my high school class. Because of my education, I have a strong and advanced background in many STEM subjects like Biology, Chemistry, Engineering and Mathematics! My philosophy is rooted in love and acceptance. The enjoyment and happiness of my students is my priority. I tend to regularly integrate my students into all parts of the virtual sessions and truly pay attention to their aspirations.

I am a current sophomore at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where I am majoring in Biology as part of the 7 Year Accelerated Medical Program. I am also minoring in Healthcare Economics and Policy. My favorite subjects in school are Chemistry, Biology, and Math, but I also enjoy the process of writing and editing thought provoking essays. During high school, I spent time tutoring for the National Honor Society. My approach to tutoring is to teach the concepts in a simplistic manner and reinforcing the concepts while adding difficulty through effective practice problems. In my free time, I have recently found myself reading, working out, drawing, and spending time with my siblings.

I am a patient and empathetic tutor . I've been tutoring Java and Python for 6 years, to students in college, high school and middle school. I've been using Java professionally since its introduction in 1995. The depth and breath of my experience in programming allows me to use numerous alternative paths to bring home fundamental concepts and on target solutions. Anecdotes from professional experience enrich my lessons. I hope that my sense of humor contributes as well. It always seems to slip into a session.

I believe anyone can learn anything if given the right opportunity. The best instructors work with you to help you learn, even the most difficult subjects. I take the time to discover how someone learns best before diving into tutoring approaches. I have been tutoring for about 3-4 years both virtually and in-person. I'm a senior Physics major and Astrophysics minor at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in Troy, NY. I love teaching calculus, physics, and astrophysics to eager students.

As the child of two dedicated educators, a passion for learning and teaching has been instilled in me from a young age. Over the past four years, I've had the privilege of working with children of varying learning abilities, tailoring my approach to meet each student's unique needs. My goal is to create a supportive and engaging environment where every learner can thrive and achieve their potential.

Hi, I'm Jia! I'm a tutor with several years of experience helping students build real understanding and increase test averages. I love teaching SAT math, Chemistry, Algebra, Calculus, Biology, and more! I'm patient, adaptable, and genuinely passionate about making learning feel less overwhelming and a lot more achievable. Whether you're struggling to catch up or working to get ahead, I can't wait to help out.

I'm passionate about helping students improve and enhance their reading, writing, and mathematical skills. I believe every child is remarkably gifted and capable with the right guidance and support.

I am a current freshman studying at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute for a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering. Previously, I spent a few months working at Mathnasium as a tutor when I was a high school senior, and I also currently have a work-study job as a tutor at a nearby middle school. I usually tutor middle school and high school math ranging from Algebra 1 to Calculus. I believe that math and learning should be an important aspect for everyone in life, and I'm happy to guide anyone in anyway I can. In my free time, I enjoy traveling and watch different sports such as soccer and formula 1.

I'm an undergraduate student at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute studying Electrical Engineering. I have years of experience tutoring and teaching math, English, physics, and other subjects to students from elementary school to seniors in high school. I like to relate problems to the real world and provide students with a foundation to figure things out for themselves without giving them answers.This may all sound pretty bland, but I have a variety of hobbies and I like making learning more exciting than students may think. I'm a big skier and my other hobbies include a variety of sports, weightlifting, and playing instruments.

My background in mechanical engineering and PhD has given me extensive experience working through complex technical and analytical problems. Throughout my career, I've often helped others understand challenging engineering concepts by breaking them down into clear, manageable steps. My tutoring philosophy focuses on building understanding rather than just getting to the answer. I enjoy helping students develop the problem-solving mindset that engineering requires and guiding them through.

As a recent graduate in Chemical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and a passionate mathematician, I am looking to share my insight and passion through tutoring students. I strive to add fun to subjects that are usually seen as bland or less than exciting, and create a positive learning atmosphere for each student to grow and prosper in.My tutoring and education experience stems from 7 Winters' worth of skiing and snowboarding instruction, with a specialty in childhood and adolescent education (ages ranging from 4-16). I have been able to refine my teaching techniques through hundreds of lessons, and hold a highly positive track record with clients, students, and fellow instructors. Working as an instructor, I feel the best when I see my students working on their skills after the lesson on the mountain and seeing them, their friends, and their family have fun.I have previously tutored on two separate occasions as well. Recently, I was tutoring a third-grade student in all of her subjects, working on effective studying, review, and homework help. Previously I tutored a first-year college student in Chemistry I, helping her transform from a struggling student to a success story through careful and patient review of the materials and implementing relevant real-world applications into my work.I would be honored to tutor you or your budding student, and have a great day!

I've worked was a volunteer docent at the American Museum of Natural History while I was in high school, teaching visitors and students about the various dioramas on view and giving demonstrations of phenomena like buoyancy. More recently I had the opportunity to work as a student caller at the Renssealaer Annual Fund, where I got to engage in alumni relations and answer the questions of parents of current students. Although I'd never worked in a sales position before that, my experience there helped me to learn how to talk with people and find out how they work and what interests them.At Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (my alma mater as of May 2015, also known as RPI), I enjoyed having the chance to work with my friends and colleagues and help them with their school work. More than the thrill of problem solving was the satisfaction I got when I helped them understand a problem and work through it themselves. At RPI I studied mathematics although I also had an interest in physics and computer science. As a tutor I look forward to helping you better understand math! The subjects I'm looking to teach include calculus, multivariate calculus, and differential equations, although I can also teach algebra for those who need it.Every student is different and to help them learn it's important to listen to them and decide on how to teach them, either with theory, applied problems, or some other method. This was something I learnt while I was responsible for leading practice sessions for one of my school's martial arts club.In my spare time I am learning how to be a developer and data scientist so I might eventually achieve my goal of one of those careers. I also really enjoy to read, run, and am currently learning how to play the piano, something I have always wanted to do since I was a kid. Teaching myself how to do these things has helped me better appreciate how constructive guidance from a tutor can be.

Hi I'm Tejus!I am an incoming PhD candidate and I graduated cum laude with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science while also being on the Pre-med track at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. My goal is to help students grasp concepts they might struggle with particularly within the fields of Math and Science. I use lesson plans in which I usually introduce the topic in a unique way to target the specific student. After which I proceed to not only go through step-by-step examples, but also provide plenty of practice problems for the student to improve their abilities on their own.I have roughly 4+ years of tutoring experience. During college I tutored both middle and high school students in the Troy Public School System. Before then, I also tutored students in Geometry and introductory level Biology as a senior in highschool. Along with that, as a part of my volunteer organization, I also tutored several students in lower income areas of the greater Albany region. These sessions ranged from traditional 1-on-1 meetings to classroom style discussions. My focus is primarily on ACT, SAT, and GRE preparation while also mentoring younger students in Biology, Geometry, and Algebra.When meeting a student for the first time, my objective is to gain an understanding of their abilities. Based on the results of their baseline assessment, I like to craft individualized plans to help them improve their weak spots and become better test takers. I like to work on practice problems with students to make sure they are understanding the appropriate thought process for each type of problem. From there I try to reinforce the material by giving them problems to work on at home. Finally periodic assessments will be provided in order to measure the progress that is being made.Feel free to contact me with any additional questions or to schedule a lesson!Thank you!

Hi, my name is David and I'm a math tutor with a degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, one of the highest-rated engineering schools in the nation. For nearly the past two years, I have tutored both high school and college students one-on-one for many different commonly difficult classes such as high school and college algebra, AP Calculus, and Calculus 2. I can provide weekly and as-needed tutoring for almost any math course from Prealgebra to the community college level.

I'm an Applied Mathematics and Economics student at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute with strong experience in math and problem-solving. I enjoy making difficult concepts feel approachable by breaking them into clear, intuitive steps. My goal is to help you build confidence, think independently, and succeed both in class and beyond.

I have a strong background in science and engineering from RPI, MIT and CMU and attained the degrees of BS, MS and PhD from these universities respectively. I used my education as a engineer for designing nuclear reactors and after retirement I taught engineering subjects at various universities. I enjoy explaining scientific principles and instilling curiosity about the physical world.

The smartest thing Albert Einstein ever said, with all due respect to his many accomplishments, is, "If you can' explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough." That phrase has served as the model of my education and instruction. If I know it, I can teach it. Luckily, I have had the opportunity to learn a great many things quite well enough.I have been tutoring peers and pupils in excess of 10 years. Teaching others is an activity I have naturally found to be rewarding, challenging and a lifelong pursuit. I have been helping others starting with my older brother's math homework in seventh grade, to getting friends through the AP Physics test, and finally, to this day, helping my mom with fractions while she bakes.In more recent years, I have been thoroughly engaged with tutoring during my college career. I have served as a tutor for a number of courses and subjects, both privately and in groups. I was a member of the Math Mentor program, instructing and testing multiple classes on fundamental mathematical skills. I have served as a Teacher's and Lab Assistant for several physics courses, both introductory and high level. In addition, I spent a year as a live-in Learning Assistant in a Freshman Residence Hall teaching study skills, time management, and other learning techniques.When it comes down to it, if it has to do with math, science or computers, I can help you learn it in your own way and in your own time.

I think it's possible for anyone to understand a subject if they are shown enough patience and grace. From personal experience, I know what it can feel like to not understand a subject as quickly as others, and feeling like I couldn't do it. I want to help kids who may feel that way right now too. I know they most definitely have the capability of understanding, they just need someone who can take the time to explain it to them with no judgement involved. You should feel empowered after you get something right, there should be a boost of confidence. I hope to instill and nurture the confidence of kids one math problem at a time. My learning style includes breaking down more complex problems with smaller examples. This is to make sure that students fully understand the context of what's going on. Verifying the fundamentals of a problem are fully understood is key to having a complete understanding of current school work. I have history teach K-11 working at Mathnasium as a Math Instructor. I have had multiple kids, with all different personalities, at the same table excited to learn. I look forward to meeting future students!

Following my career as a professional scientist, I have spent the past five years teaching students in both classroom and tutoring situations. In my role as tutor, my students enjoy the benefit that I can answer the question, "When will I use this material in the real world?" with compelling and interesting examples from my life, ranging from telescopes in space to programming graphics for video games. When tutoring, I adapt the instruction and explanation to best match my students' learning styles, interests, and conceptual difficulties. I look forward to helping your daughter or son reach their educational goals and enjoy greater success in their future life.

I am a student at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute working towards a degree in Business Analytics with a minor in Computer Science. I first started tutoring when I was in high school and started a robotics club that taught computer programming and problem solving skills to elementary and middle school students. I tutor in any math, science, and computer science fields. I am also open to tutoring for students taking the ACT or SAT.

I recently graduated with a degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. I have accomplished many things while at college, such as programming a robot to drive itself around a building, and constructing a pump for an experiment in detecting dark matter. I also worked outside of school in multiple technology-driven jobs, like a summer camp where I taught more than 30 students computer science from the ground up, and an Internship where I helped design some of the most powerful fans ever created. In my downtime, I enjoy reading fiction and working on interesting problems in computer science and engineering, in addition to other things like playing video games and the using the Internet. All of the skills I have gained through these experiences will be put to use giving you the best tutoring experience possible!

I enjoy spending my time to aid students and others in taking their time to problem solve and find ways to critically think. I value the ability to learn and widen one's ability to think outside the box than to be given the answers.

I am a very motivated student who is willing to assist in your learning. My knowledge ranges throughout the STEM curriculum. Topics that I am very interested in are mainly biology-related subjects.

I've recently moved to New York, NY after graduating at the top of my class from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy NY! At RPI, I received my BS in Computer Systems Engineering. Before college, I was valedictorian, got 5s on a variety of AP exams and achieved a 99+ percentile SAT score. Right now I'm a web developer!My academic success is linked to the amount I studied; however, I owe the majority of it to the wonderful professors and tutors I've had in my life. They've shown me that everyone has the potential to become a top student.I've been tutoring for over 4 years now and in that time, I've learned a ton of effective teaching methods. I've also learned many that don't work at all - we will skip those. My goal is to have you learn as much as possible, as efficiently as possible, while having as much fun as possible.Whether you want to explore subject fundamentals or just improve your SAT score, I'm your guy!

Hi! I'm Jeff, an RPI Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering grad who loves helping students understand the subjects that once challenged me too. As a researcher, I've led multidisciplinary teams, developed renewable energy technologies, and mentored students across STEM disciplines. I enjoy helping students strengthen their fundamentals, gain confidence and learn how to break down difficult concepts into understandable steps. I believe that every student can grow into a strong, independent learner.

I am a Junior Computer Science and Cognitive Science Dual Major at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY. I began tutoring when I was in High School, helping both peers and students in Elementary and Middle School. I am passionate about helping others learn and become the best versions of themselves because I believe it will lead to a more functional society. While I am able to tutor in many subjects, I feel most strongly able to help with Mathematics and Computer Science.

I enjoy learning and I've been a tutor for a long time at different types of tutoring venues over the years. I have bachelors degrees in chemical engineering and chemistry and a PhD in chemical engineering. I am a life-long learner. For the purposes of tutoring, my main proficiency is in chemistry, physics, math, Spanish, ACT/SAT prep, and some English. I think that tutoring is not about teaching but about learning. The student needs to be gain interest via examples, questions, and humor in order to become proficient. A combination of written, visual, and visual aids the learning; advancement occurs over several stages, but should end with the student being able to work on problems as independently as possible.