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Math with Trevor P.

Muskegon, Michigan

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Teaches Elementary, Middle School, High School, College
Age: 13+
Teaching since 2015
Master of Science, Astronomy

    Overcome your fears and master mathematics with an easygoing professional STEM tutor

    Do you suffer from "math blindness"? More of a humanities person? Does math seem like a daunting, intimidating task? Having trouble translating seemingly random formulas into deep intuitive understanding? Not sure why any of this even matters? I'm a professional STEM tutor with nearly a decade of experience, and I'm here to help you sort everything out! I'm an easygoing, approachable guy who loves my daily job, which is to help college students pass their mathematics classes. Ever since I could speak I was naturally talented at math, skipping far ahead of other students my age. I excelled in mathematics throughout my education, and have been tutoring mathematics ever since. As someone with primarily functional knowledge of math—I used it constantly throughout my teaching and research—my focus is on solidifying basic mathematical concepts, techniques, and tricks for surviving your courses. My experience and teaching style is perfect for pre-college students, as well as college students who aren't mathematics majors. Your teacher probably insists that all of the material is important, but there's no doubt that particular concepts are more foundational than others. That's why I specialize in recognizing and isolating core math topics from the rest, because regular people like us can't possibly master everything we learn in one math class. You might feel fearful and unprepared, but don't let it spiral out of control! I'd love to help you catch up, or even get an early start. STEM is my passion, so let's get started!

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    Strong Avenue, Muskegon, MI
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    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    1:30 PM-3:30 PM
    Friday
    7 AM-7 PM
    Saturday
    7 AM-7 PM
    Sunday
    7 AM-6 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $29
    60 minutes
    $55
    90 minutes
    $79
    120 minutes
    $99

    About Trevor P.

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    I graduated with honors from the University of Michigan with Bachelor of Science degrees in Astronomy & Astrophysics and Interdisciplinary Physics, then obtained a Master of Science in Astronomy from New Mexico State University, with the ultimate goal of obtaining a teaching professorship. I've been a professional tutor for 8 years, with experience tutoring college students of all ages, backgrounds, cultures, and abilities in a variety of STEM subjects: astronomy, physics, mathematics through Calculus III, general chemistry, and even programming. I know how steep the learning curve can be in STEM fields (particularly physics); I almost failed my first physics class! If you're giving it your all, yet you're still hopelessly lost, I'm here to tell you that you CAN overcome this. Whether you have a learning disability, a terrible teacher, struggles with mental health, or just a hectic life, I've been where you are. I specialize in helping students learn how to recognize which concepts are most important, how to approach/set up difficult problems, and how to turn adversity into strength. No matter how/why you're struggling, I see you. I'd love to help you without any stuffy, formal nonsense getting in the way; your learning success is my only goal. I don't try to hover above my students, because we humans don't learn well when we feel lesser. I'm incredibly easy to get along with, and have no problem adjusting to your personal learning style. I look forward to meeting you!
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    Stephanie
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    Super, super good! Definitely recommend!
    Posted Jun 8, 2023
    Matt
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    Trevor helped me pass my class!
    Posted Apr 27, 2023
    Kevin
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    Understood all information
    Posted Apr 27, 2023
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    Experience

    Professional Tutor

    May, 2023 - Present

    Muskegon Community College

    ✾ ASTR: General Astronomy (101), Cosmology (105A) ✾ CHEM: Chemistry Fundamentals (100), General & Inorganic Chemistry I/II (101/102), Chemistry 100 Short Course (297) ✾ Computer Information Systems (CIS): Windows (100), Excel (101/102), PowerPoint (119), ‘C’ Programming (185), HTML (257) ✾ MATH: Metric System (035), Math Literacy (097), Fundamentals of Algebra (098), Math for Health Sciences (099), Math for Liberal Arts (087/107), College Algebra (089/109), Probability & Statistics (085/115), Pre-Calculus (141), Calculus I/II/III (161/162/283), Differential Equations (295) ✾ PHYS: College Physics (201), Principles of Physics (202), Engineering Physics I/II (203/204) ✾ Miscellaneous: Introduction to Business (BUS 121), Introduction to Physical Science (PHSC 101), Technical Math I/II/III (TMAT 101/102/201)

    Professional Tutor

    Sep, 2021 - Present

    Grand Rapids Community College

    ✾ AS: Introductory Astronomy (102), Descriptive Astronomy (103), The Solar System & Extra-Solar Planets (106), Stars, Galaxies & Cosmology (108) ✾ PH: Physics of Everyday Life (111), Technical Physics (115), College Physics I/II (125/126), Calculus Physics I/II (245/246) ✾ MA: Survey of Calculus (129), Calculus I/II/III (133/134/255) ✾ CHM: Basic Chemistry (100), Chemistry in the Modern World (110), Survey of General Chemistry (120), General Chemistry I/II (130+131/140+141)

    Founder

    Jan, 2019 - Present

    Intergalactic Industries

    I offer private tutoring services in ✾ Astronomy: all levels ✾ Physics: all levels ✾ Mathematics: through Multivariable Calculus (III) ✾ Chemistry: inorganic only ✾ Programming: Wolfram Mathematica, Python, C/C++ ✾ Other: Russian, English Grammar & Writing, GRE, ACT, SAT

    Remote Tutor

    Mar, 2017 - Jan, 2021

    Chegg

    While Chegg Tutors was operational I was a popular, highly-rated tutor in (but not limited to) the following subjects: ✾ Mathematics: Algebra, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus I–III ✾ Physical Sciences: Astronomy, Physics, General (Inorganic) Chemistry ✾ Programming: Wolfram Mathematica, Python, C/C++ ✾ Other: Russian, English Grammar & Writing, GRE, ACT, SAT

    Graduate Student Instructor

    Aug, 2016 - Dec, 2018

    New Mexico State University

    Taught multiple sections of the following courses: ✾ "Introduction to Astronomy": Fall ‘16, Spring ‘17, Fall ‘17, Spring ‘18 ✾ "The Planets": Fall ‘18

    Research Scientist

    Jun, 2016 - Dec, 2018

    Sloan Digital Sky Survey (SDSS)

    ✾ Institution: New Mexico State University ✾ Research Group: Apache Point Observatory Galactic Evolution Experiment (APOGEE) ✾ Research Areas: Galaxy Formation, Stellar Populations, Bulge Kinematics, RR Lyrae Variable Stars

    Honors Seminar Instructor

    Dec, 2015 - Apr, 2016

    University of Michigan

    Student Tutor

    Oct, 2015 - Jun, 2016

    University of Michigan Athletics

    Tutored student-athletes in the following subjects through the Academic Success Program: ✾ Mathematics: Algebra, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus I–III ✾ Physical Sciences: Astronomy, Physics, General (Inorganic) Chemistry ✾ Programming: Wolfram Mathematica, Python, C/C++ ✾ Other: Russian, English Grammar & Writing, GRE, ACT, SAT

    Education

    B.S., Interdisciplinary Physics

    Aug, 2012 - Apr, 2016

    University of Michigan

    Master of Science, Astronomy

    Jul, 2016 - Dec, 2018

    New Mexico State University

    B.S. with High Honors, Astronomy & Astrophysics

    Aug, 2012 - Apr, 2016

    University of Michigan

    Awards

    Leadership, Excellence, Achievement, and Diversity (LEAD) Scholarship

    Feb, 2012

    University of Michigan Alumni Association

    Webber Voyager Graduate Fellowship

    Aug, 2016

    New Mexico State University Astronomy Department

    High Honors

    Apr, 2016

    University of Michigan

    LS&A Alumni Scholarship

    Aug, 2015

    University of Michigan

    Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowship

    May, 2014

    U.S. Department of Education

    University Honors Special Distinction

    Apr, 2014

    University of Michigan

    Affiliations

    American Astronomical Society

    Sep, 2014

    The American Astronomical Society (AAS) is the major organization of professional astronomers in North America. The mission of the AAS is to enhance and share humanity's scientific understanding of the universe.

    Languages

    Russian

    Limited Proficiency

    English

    Native Proficiency

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