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PhD in Physics-Specialized tutoring in Physics, Math, and Engineering
James P.

9,148 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $109
Response time: 12 hours
James P.'s Photo

PhD in Physics-Specialized tutoring in Physics, Math, and Engineering
PhD in Physics-Specialized tutoring in Physics, Math, and Engineering
James P.

9,148 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

9,148 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About James


Bio

-(HIGHEST RATINGS)-

Bring the full weight of a PhD, as tutor, and student advocate.

Hello Students,

If you need help with mathematics, physics, or engineering, I’d be glad to help out. With dedication, every student succeeds, so don’t despair!

Learning new disciplines keeps me very aware of the struggles all students face. Beyond academics, I spend my time in the wilderness, backpacking, kayaking, and bicycling. With an extensive mobile shop, I also craft items via metalworking,...

-(HIGHEST RATINGS)-

Bring the full weight of a PhD, as tutor, and student advocate.

Hello Students,

If you need help with mathematics, physics, or engineering, I’d be glad to help out. With dedication, every student succeeds, so don’t despair!

Learning new disciplines keeps me very aware of the struggles all students face. Beyond academics, I spend my time in the wilderness, backpacking, kayaking, and bicycling. With an extensive mobile shop, I also craft items via metalworking, woodworking, and bushcrafting.

Each of the big three disciplines (math/physics/engineering) carry with them specific approaches that are both their strengths and their weaknesses! For any given course, shifting approaches can suddenly make everything clear.

WAY BEYOND SIMPLE TUTORING:

With tens of thousands of hours of tutoring experience, my goal is to save my students many hours of labor, for each hour they see me. Standard textbook/classroom approaches are often abysmal. They place details, and formal proofs, ahead of explanations. By reformulating topics in math, physics, and engineering , my students get right to the heart of the matter. It’s a change that’s long overdue.

Thank you for considering my services, and the best of luck in all your endeavors.

Warm regards,

Dr. James P.


Education

Temple University
PhD

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Schedule

James hasn’t set a schedule.


Approved Subjects

Homeschool

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Physics, Prealgebra, Precalculus

Math

Differential Equations,

Differential Equations

My PhD is in Physics. Most laws of physics are written in terms of differential equations (or the more complicated partial differential equations). My pear reviewed published papers involve solving infinitely many (literally) differential equations. Finally, I've tutored the subject for decades and have unique approaches that make it far more palatable to students.
Linear Algebra,

Linear Algebra

My PhD is in Physics where extensive use of linear algebra occurs. I have pear reviewed published papers in theoretical quantum mechanics where the overlying structure relies on linear algebra. Finally, I've tutored college level linear algebra courses for years.
Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Physics, Prealgebra, Precalculus, Trigonometry

Most Popular

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Physics, Prealgebra, Precalculus

Science

Physics

Summer

Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Calculus, Physics

Ratings and Reviews


Rating

5.0 (1,490 ratings)
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Reviews

The best I've seen...knows all...but down to earth

This guy is great. I have two college kids, one taking engineering and one taking calc. Jim knows every question in a variety of subjects. He is always ready to work. He's like the energizer bunny. His attitude is always upbeat and positive. For a guy who knows so much, he is very down to earth and interested. I recommend him to everyone. I've used other tutors...he's tops.

Tim, 60 lessons with James

Great experience, knowledgeable tutor!

I contacted James for an emergency tutoring session same day for my daughter who had a Calculus test the next day and did not completely understand the material. James was very responsive and changed his schedule to accommodate a lesson with her and reviewed the fundamentals, She did get 90% on her test the next day.

Els, 1 lesson with James

Incredibly good at explaining math in English

I was very impressed with Jim's ability to bridge the gap between how "higher math" (calculus and beyond) is explained in formalistic textbooks, and how it needs to be understood to be used in the real world of science and engineering.

Jonathan, 2 lessons with James

I think he's the best!

I'm an adult learner going to back to school for engineering. I've had many tutors throughout my educational career, none like Dr. P. I have struggled with math my whole life and Dr. P gave me so much confidence after my first session. He was able to accurately assess my current knowledge/skill and we rapidly progressed. Overall, he was life changing for me and makes math fun!

Mike, 3 lessons with James

Great!

My son is doing well in his first Calculus class. James is consistent. He communicates well and regularly. James is personable and is very effective! Very pleased!

Jackie, 10 lessons with James

Excellent tutor!

He simplified the concepts for me and made the material I was learning that much more accessible. In just two hours I had a better grasp on physics!

Yael, 3 lessons with James

Great teacher, very motivated

Jim is always engaged and genuinely strives to help me understand every part of given material in my math class. He puts in extra effort or whatever it takes to make sure you feel like you are getting the most out of his tutoring sessions.

William, 16 lessons with James

A caring and knowledgeable tutor

James is a very caring tutor and an expert in the subject of Physics. He has been helping my son with home work and preparing him for his upcoming test. My son loves his way of teaching AP physics. My son just started lessons with him.

Jyotsna, 4 lessons with James

Extremely knowledgeable, thorough and patient tutor in physics and math.

James was highly recommended by people we know whose children were tutored by him. They were absolutely 100% correct ! He has helped our daughter understand the physics and math courses which gave her so much difficulty in school. James is a life saver! I do not believe there is another tutor as good as him.

Andre, 10 lessons with James

Excellent

James is fabulous. We are so grateful for his patient and meticulous approach. He is an excellent tutor who is attentive to his student's learning style and needs.

Anne, 63 lessons with James
Hourly Rate: $109
Response time: 12 hours
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