Allan Knight

 
 

Meet Allan Knight – Expert Physics, SAT/ACT Prep, and Science Tutor

Allan Knight is an elite STEM educator who combines distinguished academic honors with professional research expertise to help students master high-stakes subjects. With Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Med training from Loyola University Chicago and a career as a Supervisory Statistician for the U.S. Census Bureau, Mr. Knight specializes in AP Physics, SAT/ACT Prep, and advanced laboratory sciences, bridging the gap between complex theory and exam-day success.

Areas of Expertise

  • Test Prep (SAT & ACT): Strategic coaching for standardized tests, focusing on high-impact math strategies, data interpretation, and science reasoning to maximize scores.

  • Physics (Up to AP Level): Expert support for AP Physics 1, 2, and C. Allan uses his background in statistical modeling and physical sciences to demystify mechanics, thermodynamics, and electricity.

  • Mathematics & Statistics:

    • Statistics: Expert in R, SQL, and Excel for high school and college students.

    • Core Math: Algebra I/II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus. (Backed by his professional experience managing grain options portfolios using C++ and R models ).

  • Science (Biology & Chemistry): Extensive experience in clinical trials (TAPUR study), genomic data review, and psychopharmacology research.

  • Data Science & Coding: Hands-on training in SQL, Tableau, and R for students interested in data analytics and visualization.

  • History & Policy: Offers a unique perspective on Civics and Government, drawn from his work lobbying for the BRAIN Act and presenting to the D.C. Council.

Teaching Philosophy

"I believe in meeting students where they are. When a student struggles with a concept, my strategy is to 'retrace steps'—asking targeted questions to identify exactly where the confusion began, rather than just repeating the explanation. I aim to build confidence by clearing up these foundational misunderstandings first. Having tutored students from college-level Psychobiology to English learners in Guatemala, I understand that every learner requires a patient, adaptable approach."

What Makes Allan Special

  • Pre-Med Academic Rigor: Allan’s intensive Pre-Med training provides the high-level scientific foundation required to teach the most challenging AP Physics and Chemistry curricula with ease.

  • Professional Statistician & Data Scientist: As a former Supervisory Statistician for the U.S. Census Bureau, he brings a unique, real-world mastery of logic and data to SAT/ACT Prep, helping students decode the patterns behind standardized tests.

  • Research Leadership: Having managed major research projects for Duke University and the NIH, Allan brings a level of professional precision and academic discipline that is invaluable for college-bound students.

  • Global Educator: His diverse background includes tutoring Psychobiology at the college level and teaching English in Guatemala, making him a patient and highly adaptable communicator for all learning styles.

  • Legislative Advocate: Actively advocates for health policy with the American Cancer Society and the DC Council, bringing social studies and civics to life through firsthand experience in government.

Education & Achievements

  • B.A. in Psychology, Cornell College

    • High Honors, Dean's List

    • Chaffin Fellow, Astley Lab

  • Post-Baccalaureate Pre-Med, Loyola University Chicago

  • Statistician & Research Manager: Extensive career with the U.S. Census Bureau, Duke University, and Rush University Medical Center.

  • Publications: Contributed to published research in the Journal of Experimental Psychology and Cornell Fellows.

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