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Todd S.

Experienced, Friendly Tutor -- for children, teens and adults

Philadelphia, PA (19125)

Travel Radius 10 miles
Hourly Fee $40.00
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Hi there.

First thing you need to know: I love to help people learn.

I have 15 years of experience as a teacher, tutor, adult education program manager and tutor trainer. My specialty is adult basic education (adult literacy, GED, college readiness) but I also love working with kids and teens. I'm currently working on my Masters Degree in adult learning at Teachers College, Columbia University. So yes, I've got plenty of practical experience and formal training in educating.

But what I've also got is heart.. empathy... and understanding.

I believe that learning is about the whole person. The important thing to me is seeing how what you learn helps you grow. Even if you are struggling with a difficult and dreaded subject, I try to show how you can be successful and feel good about your learning. My favorite moments are when I am helping someone who has been feeling stuck a new way to understand. The light bulb goes on. The frustration lifts. A smile comes back. That feeling is the reason I teach.

My approach is relaxed, but not slack. I like to have fun with learning, but I also recognize the importance of meeting goals and getting results. My students tell me I'm able to explain things well. I'm also good at helping people examine their study habits and suggesting ways to improve them. With me, it's not so much about cramming information into your memory. My tutoring is more about the process. I know how it feels to be discouraged academically and I know what it takes to get good at learning.

I'm also flexible. I've mastered the basics in a lot of subjects from reading and writing to science and math. I have done plenty of test prep (mostly GED, but also SAT, ACT, and GRE) though I prefer to make it about more than just passing the test. I know how important it is to achieve success on tests and in grades, but learning is so much more than just a passing score or report card. So whatever subject you need help with, I will always take a personal approach with your longterm goals in mind.

Just so you know, my hourly rate is negotiable to a degree. Travel time will make a difference, however.

Thanks for reading this. Good luck, and if you are ready to get the learning process started, I hope I'll hear from you.

Todd

Todd's Subjects

Math:
  • algebra 1,
  • geometry,
  • prealgebra,
  • SAT math
Science:
  • philosophy,
  • physical science,
  • psychology
Music:
  • music theory
English:
  • English,
  • grammar,
  • literature,
  • proofreading,
  • public speaking,
  • reading,
  • SAT reading,
  • SAT writing,
  • vocabulary,
  • writing
Test Preparation:
  • ASVAB,
  • GED,
  • GRE,
  • SAT math,
  • SAT reading,
  • SAT writing
History:
  • American history,
  • classics,
  • geography,
  • government & politics,
  • social studies,
  • world history
Special Needs:
  • dyslexia,
  • phonics
Elementary Education:
  • elementary (k-6th),
  • elementary math,
  • elementary science,
  • grammar,
  • phonics,
  • reading,
  • spelling,
  • study skills,
  • vocabulary
Business:
  • GRE,
  • public speaking
Corporate Training:
  • grammar,
  • proofreading,
  • public speaking
Homeschool:
  • algebra 1,
  • elementary (k-6th),
  • English,
  • geometry,
  • prealgebra,
  • reading,
  • SAT math,
  • SAT reading,
  • study skills,
  • writing

GED

The GED is a five-part test that adults (18 and above) can take to be awarded a high school equivalency diploma.

I've been teaching classes to help adults prepare for the GED since 2005. I know what the test looks like, what it takes to pass, and how to maximize your scores on the different subject exams. Taken as a whole, it basically tests you on your reading and problem solving abilities. It does require knowledge of basic math (including some algebra and simple geometry) and there... Read More

Study Skills

Study skills are the work habits a student needs to succeed in school. They include organization, time management, project planning, note taking and test preparation. Effective reading and writing are very closely connected to study skills as well. I think study skills also include dealing with low motivation and discouragement. The ability to relate to others, especially teachers and fellow students, also affects one's ability to study effectively.

In my 15 years of experience as a... Read More

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