🌟 Physics is hard—until it clicks. Let's figure it out together! 🎓 About Me • 🎓 PhD in Astronomy & Astrophysics (University of Chicago) • 👨‍🏫 10+ years teaching college-level physics and math • 🌏 Experience with high schoolers, college students, and adult learners—including in correctional facilities 🧩 Why Learn With Me? • 🗂️ Flexible lesson styles: systematic topic reviews, deep-dives, homework help, or mock tests—tailored to your needs • 💡 Focus on reasoning and true understanding, not memorization • 🧠 Build real problem-solving skills and confidence • 🗣️ Primary instruction in English; Mandarin support for complex concepts or a softer start 🚀 Who Should Join? • 📝 Students prepping for AP, IB, DSE, or GCSE exams • 🧑‍🔬 Anyone tired of memorizing without understanding • 📚 Learners feeling lost in textbooks or class pace • 🤔 Curious minds who want to explore and ask questions ✍️ My Exam Experience • 📈 Self-studied AP exams in one semester: • ✔️ Calculus BC (5), Microeconomics (4), Psychology (4) • 🎯 Deep understanding of AP, IB, DSE, and GCSE exam structures 💬 Pricing Flexibility: If you’re genuinely interested but facing financial difficulties, DM me. We can find a solution together. 🧪 Flexible Course Content • 🔬 Core topics: Mechanics | E&M | Thermodynamics | Optics & Waves | Modern Physics • 🧮 Test strategies: Multiple-choice logic, dimensional analysis, graph interpretation • 🌌 Extras: Planetary physics, real-world applications, beginner Python modeling (if interested) 📏 Classroom Rules: ✅ Ask questions anytime—curiosity encouraged! ✅ Learn at your own pace—we'll adjust to your needs ✅ Reschedule easily—just inform me 24 hours in advance if possible; if last-minute, message me ahead on AT ✅ Lessons primarily in English, Mandarin support as needed 🌟 How You Can Help Me Help You: 🎯 Clearly communicate your goals (exam prep, concept clarity, deeper understanding) 📚 Share textbooks, worksheets, or syllabi beforehand 🧠 Honestly share what confuses you—I’ll never judge, only clarify 📈 Regularly update me about your progress and focus areas 💬 Reach out if financial concerns are a barrier—I’ll work with you 🧪 Trial Class Overview: 👋 Brief discussion about your background and goals 🔍 Diagnostic questions to understand your approach 📘 Mini-lesson tailored to your interests 🗣️ Open time for your questions or lesson preferences 🧭 Unsure of your goals yet? No worries—we'll find clarity together.