NYC Science Tutoring
Brown University graduate offering chemistry, physics, and mathematics tutoring for high school and college students.
In-person in NYC · Online anywhere
Student Testimonials
"William is the most effective tutor I’ve had during my time at Brown, and has an innate pedagogical gift."
— Brown University student"I likely wouldn’t have passed the class without him. If he was able to help my grades, he’ll be able to help anyone's."
— Brown University student"I can say with complete confidence that I would have not seen the same type of success without William's tutoring and guidance."
— Brown University student"He was extremely receptive and helpful with answering questions, and he made each of his lessons engaging, so I was never bored during our sessions."
— Brown University studentSubjects
Chemistry - Main Subject
AP Chemistry, General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Analytical Chemistry.
Physics
Mechanics, Electricity & Magnetism, and Optics.
Mathematics
Algebra, Geometry, Calculus I–III, and Statistics.
Advanced university coursework is also available upon request.
About Me
I graduated magna cum laude from Brown University with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. Alongside my research, which led to a publication in the Journal of Chemical Physics, I discovered a passion for teaching and helping students build confidence in science.
Throughout my academic career, I studied chemistry from both theoretical and experimental perspectives. I believe the best science education comes from connecting abstract concepts to physical reality and making difficult ideas clear, approachable, and enjoyable.
When I'm not teaching or in the laboratory, you can find me writing and reading poetry, building my lamp collection, or planning tomorrow's outfit.
Teaching Experience
Head Teaching Assistant
I served as Head Teaching Assistant for General Chemistry, Brown University's largest undergraduate STEM course, supporting more than 200 students through lectures, recitations, problem-solving sessions, and exam reviews.
Private Tutor
I have worked with more than 40 high school and college students over the past five years, both individually and in groups. I focus on conceptual understanding, problem solving, and building genuine confidence in science.
Research
My research experience allows me to bring real scientific expertise into my teaching. As a physical chemist, I specialize in spectroscopy, instrumentation, microscopy, and experimental design.
Ultrafast Raman Microscopy
Designed and built an ultrafast stimulated Raman microscopy system for chemical imaging and molecular characterization. This work involved lasers, optics, spectroscopy, microscope design, galvo scanning systems, data acquisition hardware, and custom software development.
Molecular Spectroscopy
Investigated molecular electronic structure through photoelectron and photodetachment spectroscopy of cryogenically cooled molecular ions in the Lai-Sheng Wang laboratory. This research resulted in a publication in the Journal of Chemical Physics and involved high vacuum instrumentation, ion trapping, laser spectroscopy, and electronic structure analysis.
Publications & Writing
Photoelectron and Photodetachment Spectroscopy of Cryogenically-Cooled 2-Anthrolide Anion
Journal of Chemical Physics
Research contribution involving molecular spectroscopy, electronic structure analysis, and experimental characterization.