Ms. Marissa

Off-Site Tutor

Holds a Bachelor's degree in Physics (Honors) from Pitzer College, graduating with a 3.99 cumulative GPA and a 4.0 GPA in Physics. She has extensive experience in machine learning, artificial intelligence, backend software engineering, and scientific research, with hands-on work in Python, data science, and software development. Her background includes developing machine learning models, building scalable applications, and conducting advanced computational research, giving her a strong foundation in mathematics, science, and analytical thinking. She enjoys making challenging concepts accessible and engaging for students of all ages. She tutors elementary and middle school students in all subjects and specializes in high school and college-level mathematics, physics, computer science, and programming, helping students build confidence, strengthen problem-solving skills, and develop a deeper understanding of STEM concepts.

Fun fact: I majored in dance and physics in college, and I had never taken a single dance or physics class before starting!

My tutoring philosophy: My goal is always to make tutoring fun and digestible. In practice that means breaking problems down into step-by-step solutions while singing, telling jokes, dancing, and laughing along the way. More than anything, learning happens when students are relaxed, happy, and ready to receive. I make sure my students are in that kind of environment, every session.