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Working scientist, PhD, nuclear physicist, vast experience
Ken S.

449 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

Hourly Rate: $80
Ken S.'s Photo

Working scientist, PhD, nuclear physicist, vast experience
Working scientist, PhD, nuclear physicist, vast experience
Ken S.

449 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

449 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Ken


Bio

I've been teaching or tutoring for over twenty years in some form or another. For me the reward from tutoring is when I see that a student has caught onto an idea, when the light bulb goes on. In my career I've not only studied physics, mathematics and statistics, but applied them as well as time management and study skills. I can help a student succeed in all these areas.

My career has included a PhD in Nuclear Physics, postdoctoral work in nuclear astrophysics and over twenty years of...

I've been teaching or tutoring for over twenty years in some form or another. For me the reward from tutoring is when I see that a student has caught onto an idea, when the light bulb goes on. In my career I've not only studied physics, mathematics and statistics, but applied them as well as time management and study skills. I can help a student succeed in all these areas.

My career has included a PhD in Nuclear Physics, postdoctoral work in nuclear astrophysics and over twenty years of experience in everything from teaching, to doing physics to advising policy makers on technical topics at a national laboratory.

Students should know that my focus is on teaching for mastery of a subject, I will only rarely teach to a test.


Education

Ohio State University
undergrad
Ohio State University
PhD

Policies

  • Tutor’s lessons: In-person
  • Hourly Rate: $80
  • Rate details: Rates can be adjusted if the meeting place is close to me and to accommodate small groups of students.
  • Travel policy: Within 24 miles of Castro Valley, CA 94546
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 2/3/2014

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Corporate Training

Statistics

Homeschool

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Geometry, Physics, Precalculus, Statistics

Math

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Geometry, Physics, Precalculus, Statistics, Trigonometry

Most Popular

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Geometry, Physics, Precalculus, Statistics

Science

Physics

Summer

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Geometry, Physics, Statistics

Ratings and Reviews


Rating

4.8 (156 ratings)
5 star
(145)
4 star
(6)
3 star
(1)
2 star
(0)
1 star
(4)

Reviews

Helped understand concepts and improve grade!!

I'm so glad Ken is a physics tutor. My son wants to do physics as a career, but was struggling. Ken made sure my son was understanding the concepts, not just getting his homework done. My son went from below average to above average in just a few sessions. I expect the improvement to continue. Thanks Ken!!

Christina, 6 lessons with Ken

Knowledgeable, experienced, and patient tutor.

I have been working on a research project for the past few months. The project was groundbreaking, as no one has examined the subject matter before. I took statistics, math, and science in college around 30 years ago and needed someone to help me re-learn what I had forgotten. Ken assisted me in recall material in the various disciplines and was extremely patient. If I didn’t understand what he was discussing with me, he would explain it in a different way that made sense. One of his strengths was his ability to explain the same thing in different manners, as one size doesn’t always fit all. Not only did Ken assist me with what I needed to know, he offered suggestions on ways to improve my research design. He continually challenged me throughout the project, which not only sharpened my skills, but also kept me from making mistakes that I would have difficulty in defending if challenged. Ken was always prepared and on time to each of our sessions. He would not move forward to a new topic until he felt confident that I understood the subject matter being discussed. Ken was able to answer my questions, and if additional research was required, he would respond to me promptly. Ken is the perfect tutor and I would highly recommend him as his experience, knowledge, and patience are some of his exceptional qualities. If I need additional assistance in the future, Ken is the tutor I will be contacting.

John, 22 lessons with Ken

Good feedback to parent after 1st session

Ken gave me detailed feedback on where my daughter needs remedial work and recommended websites to help with this issue which continues to hamper her progress. Patient, easy-going and able to switch to Plan B when Plan A didn't work out. Appreciated his flexibility.

Karen, 3 lessons with Ken

Knew his stuff

Very helpful and patient. He helped me understand certain phrases from my math class and explained why we do certain things in math.

Leonardo, 1 lesson with Ken

Makes things make sense

My daughter is a visual mathematician, in that she sees answers and functions rather than necessarily follows the methods put forward in books. Ken has been doing a great job of helping her connect the two so that she can do well in her Calculus class. He also helps her understand how the mathematics apply to her chosen major of Physics, which is bonus. We find him knowledgeable, friendly and patient - and he can come up with different approaches to the studies on the fly - which works well for my daughter.

Susan, 54 lessons with Ken
Hourly Rate: $80
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