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NYC Math, Physics, Chemistry, & Computer Science Tutoring (West Village)
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New York University — M.S. Computer Science
Website: thephysicsnerd.com
Phone / Text: 917-769-3073
email: dan@thephysicsnerd.com
Hi! I’m Dan Thomas, also known as The Physics Nerd (thephysicsnerd.com). You can check out my teaching style directly on my site with my video: "CAN'T FIGURE OUT PHYSICS? Introduction to Forces & Vectors."
I provide expert tutoring across Physics, Chemistry, Math/Calculus, Statistics, and Computer Science for high school, AP, and college students. Beyond academic degrees, I work professionally in cybersecurity and software engineering, bringing real-world context and practical problem-solving to every session.
How I Teach
STEM subjects can feel overwhelming. The notation looks cryptic, the formulas feel disconnected from intuition, and homework problems rarely resemble what you saw in lecture. That is completely normal—learning these subjects is really like learning a new language.
I Translate the Symbols: I show you where formulas come from, why they work, and how to apply them with confidence so the "strangeness" fades fast.
Learning by Doing: You can’t master STEM just by reading. I guide students through structured practice that builds genuine skill and problem-solving confidence.
Patience That Leads to Breakthroughs: STEM learning is like walking through a dark tunnel: it feels slow at first, but then the logic suddenly clicks. I help students stay focused, trust the process, and push through early confusion until it becomes second nature.
Subjects Offered
Math
Algebra I & II • Geometry • Trigonometry • Pre-Calculus • Calculus I, II, III • AP Calculus AB/BC • Differential Equations • Linear Algebra • Statistics
Physics
Regents & Honors Physics • AP Physics (1, 2, C) • College Physics I (Mechanics), II (Electricity & Magnetism), and III (Waves/Modern)
Chemistry
High School Chemistry • Honors Chemistry • AP Chemistry • College General Chemistry I & II
(Fun fact: Chemistry was my first academic love—I started as a Chem major at Brooklyn Tech and earned straight A's in chemistry at Columbia. It remains one of my favorite and most frequently taught subjects!)
Computer Science
Python • JavaScript • Java • C / C++ / C# • AP Computer Science A • Algorithms & Data Structures • Computer Networks • Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Rates & Contact
In-Person: $80/hr (NYC / West Village area)
Online: $65/hr
(Flexible/sliding scale pricing available upon request)
Call or Text me at 917-769-3073 anytime to discuss your coursework and set up a session! I am always available to help throughout the week!