Roman M.
Experienced IB Physics tutor, 6+ years of experience, engineering graduate
0About Roman
I am an Aerospace Engineer with a Master’s degree in Systems Engineering and over six years of experience tutoring physics from high-school to university level, including IB Physics. My teaching style focuses on building strong conceptual understanding first, then connecting theory to real-world and engineering applications before practicing through structured examples. I aim to help students develop a clear, repeatable problem-solving process rather than memorizing isolated solutions. I create a calm, supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and working through gaps at their own pace. My goal is not only to help students improve grades, but to build confidence and long-term understanding.
Video Introduction
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Teaching Experience
University Physics Tutor
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
- General Physics Tutor: Provided drop-in, one-on-one help for Physics I–III; diagnosed misconceptions, coached problem-solving strategies
- Recitation Tutor (TA): Supported one–two Physics I sections weekly; circulated during worksheet sessions to answer conceptual and computational questions (kinematics, Newton’s laws, energy, rotation).
- Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leader: Designed and led a 90-minute weekly review—mini-lectures plus guided practice; created original recap materials and example sets aligned to the syllabus and student requests.
Physics Graduate Teaching Assistant
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
- Primary instructor for Physics for Engineers/Pilots lab (2 sections/semester, 24 students/section); led weekly experiments, mini-lectures, and demos.
- Prepped labs and facilitated inquiry-based activities on kinematics, circuits, rotation, and thermodynamics.
- Taught data processing and data presentation techniques in Microsoft Excel.
- Graded lab reports and worksheets; maintained gradebook and held office hours for one-on-one coaching.
- Gave targeted, formative feedback to improve experimental design, data analysis, and technical writing.
- Coordinated with the course professor on pacing, deadlines, and continuous improvement of lab procedures.
- Drove high student satisfaction, earning above-department average evaluations each term.
IB Physics Private Tutor
- Provide one-on-one online tutoring to secondary school students, including IB Physics HL and Grade 10 Physics.
- Help students prepare for IB-style assessments, exams, and internal assessments (IA support at a conceptual level).
- Break down complex physics concepts into clear, intuitive explanations.
- Adapt teaching methods to suit different learning styles and academic levels.
- Support students in building confidence, improving grades, and strengthening problem-solving techniques.
- Use digital tools (whiteboards, simulations, shared documents) to enhance online learning.
Education
Academic qualifications and achievements
Aerospace Engineering
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Systems Engineering
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Teaching Skills & Expertise
Subjects, levels, and qualifications
Subject | Programme | Level | Assignments | Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | IB DPIB CP | HLSL | Internal AssessmentCollaborative Sciences ProjectExtended EssayLaboratory Skills | Qualified Tutor |