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Math and Physics Tutoring


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I offer one on one tutoring in Physics and Mathematics. I am patient , and always try to present complex concepts as simply as possible. I strive to gear the tutoring to the individual and focus on whatever concepts the student is currently having difficulty with. In order to give potential customers a risk-free opportunity to evaluate my service, I offer the first one hour tutoring session for free. I enjoy working with young people and meeting people from diverse backgrounds. I have had the opportunity to work with young ( and old) , people from all over the world. I care about the subjects I tutor and it gives me satisfaction, if I can share my knowledge with students. I tutor online using webcams or a smartphone and the Zoom video conferencing app. A possible simple setup using smartphones is shown in the attached photos . This allows student and teacher to observe what the other is writing, almost as though they were seated next to each other.
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44 years in business

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Pre-algebra

Algebra

Trigonometry

Precalculus

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I work remotely (phone or internet)

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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Latoya E.

Dec 2, 2025

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Excellent math tutor and flexibility for tutoring days.

Details: Middle school • Pre-algebra • 10 - 13 years old • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc. • Remotely (phone or internet)

Math and Physics Tutoring's reply
Thank you very much.
Math Tutoring
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Andrea B.

Apr 13, 2016

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Tom is tutoring my son in math. My son said, after both sessions they've had so far, that he learned more in the one hour than he did in weeks in class. He used to say "I'm just bad at math" and now he feels like math is something he can tackle. Tom is professional and a pleasure to work with!
Algebra Tutoring
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Jane D.

Sep 14, 2016

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Tom was so helpful with my sophomore with math help at the end of the year, providing my daughter with an increased level of understand of the topics and confidence in her math abilities. He helped raise her grade a full grade in less than 2 months!
Geometry Tutoring
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Alexandra M.

Nov 14, 2020

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After only 3 weekly sessions with Tom, my 8th grade son went from getting low D's on his algebra 1 quizzes and tests to getting high B's on quizzes and tests. My son credits Tom for the difference saying that Tom explains the material better than his math teacher and that it is a lot easier to ask questions in a one-on-one format. I am very pleased with the progress and value.

Details: Middle school • Algebra • 14 - 17 years old • Improve grades at school • Once a week • Remotely (phone or internet)

Math and Physics Tutoring's reply
Thank you. Your son is very easy to work with. Very attentive and focused. And very respectful and polite.
Math Tutoring
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Jessica C.

Dec 15, 2019

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My son has had two sessions with Tom. So far he has learned more in the few hours he spent tutoring with Tom then he has the past 3 months in his Geometry class at school. Tom is highly recommended.

Details: High school • Geometry • 14 - 17 years old • Improve grades at school • Once a week • At the pro’s location

Math and Physics Tutoring's reply
Thank you very much. Your son is very easy and enjoyable to work with.
Math Tutoring
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Tom Helinski

FAQs

  • What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

    My tutoring fee is applied on an hourly basis. As an introductory offer, the first one hour session is free.

  • What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

    I adjust my tutoring to the individual. I usually focus on problem solving . Math and physics concepts are can only be understood well , when they are applied to concrete, specific problems. The theory can be explained best in the context of applications.

  • What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

    I have a degree in Physics from Portland State University. I graduated with high honors. I have over 20 years tutoring experience.