Duy/ Leo is an IB Physics & IGCSE Math tutor specializing in student score improvement through structured instruction, exam strategy, and personalized learning plans. He has extensive experience supporting AP Physics and IB Physics learners, including students from AIS, ISHCMC, IBHL, and other international programs.
His tutoring approach emphasizes understanding core concepts, mastering problem-solving methods, and building confidence step-by-step—helping students achieve significant score growth, including raising an IB Physics grade from 3.5 to 6.
EDUCATION
Cleveland Charter High School — Diploma
2001 – 2004
- Earned diploma
- Received silver honor stole
California State University, Northridge (CSUN) — Degree in Engineering Economics (Engineering Economics)
2004 – 2009
Focus areas:
- Aerodynamic Fluid Engineering
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Planning & Analyzing Material Strength
Significant Courses Completed:
- Thermodynamics
Additional Academic Highlights
- 2004 – 2005: Enrolled in GED classes
- 2006 – 2008: Pursued major coursework in Aerodynamics
- 2009: Completed a senior design project focused on UAVs, achieving 3rd place in the UAV Outback Challenge (New York)
- Graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering after five years of study
EXPERIENCE (IB Physics + AP Physics + IGCSE/Math)
Self-Employed Math & Science Teacher (English) — Online 1:1 Tutor
Jun 2016 – Present
- Provide one-on-one tutoring in:
- IGCSE Mathematics & Sciences
- AP Physics / AP-related Physics foundations
- IB Physics
- IB/IGCSE Math support
- Academic support and learning guidance for students planning to study abroad
- Worked with international learners and school-based cohorts including:
AP Physics students, AIS, ISHCMC, IBHL, and other international programs. - Proven grade improvement outcomes:
- Helped a student increase IB Physics score from 3.5 to 6
- Strengthened students’ exam readiness via topic breakdown, concept review, and high-frequency question practice
- Supports advanced problem types:
- From foundational physics (force, energy, work, acceleration, velocity, magnetic fields, gravitational force)
- To higher-level applications (e.g., vector/multi-step transformations and applied calculus-based approaches used in advanced Physics problem solving)