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Certified Math Teacher/ Test Prep Instructor with Master's in Math Ed.
Philip S.

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1,076 hours tutoring

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Certified Math Teacher/ Test Prep Instructor with Master's in Math Ed.
Certified Math Teacher/ Test Prep Instructor with Master's in Math Ed.
Philip S.

5.0 (367 ratings)

1,076 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
5.0 (367 ratings)

1,076 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

About Philip

Bio

Hello, my name is Philip S. and I hold a Master's in Math Education from Georgia State University and a Bachelor of Science in chemistry from Morehouse College. I have been tutoring students K-12 for the past 15 years as well as some adults here and there. I originally started tutoring when my college roommate and I bought a Japanese math and reading franchise. The franchise's teaching techniques were based on a Japanese style of teaching that focused on guiding students in a way that...

Hello, my name is Philip S. and I hold a Master's in Math Education from Georgia State University and a Bachelor of Science in chemistry from Morehouse College. I have been tutoring students K-12 for the past 15 years as well as some adults here and there. I originally started tutoring when my college roommate and I bought a Japanese math and reading franchise. The franchise's teaching techniques were based on a Japanese style of teaching that focused on guiding students in a way that allowed them to learn independence and mastery of a particular concept. The students learned self-reliance which when coupled with plenty of repetition, lead students to remember information and perform well in the classroom where there was no tutor present for guidance. I have adopted these same techniques into my teaching style. I've also improved them by using multiple approaches that appeal to different types of learners. Different types of learners (audio, visual, kinesthetic, or combinations of the three) learn best when their particular learning style is constantly stimulated.

Once my business partner expressed the desire to sell the education franchise, I became a math and reading K-12 tutor for The National Lighthouse Foundation. This non-profit organization is one of the largest after school supplemental education tutorial providers in GA. While there I provided tutorial services in Gwinnett, Douglas, Dekalb, Cobb, Fulton, Atlanta, and Clarke County public schools.

I began to work for a private SAT prep firm in East Cobb when I left the foundation. There I continued to tutor K-12 but I also provided SAT, ACT, and GED prep.

Currently, I am a math teacher at a Fulton County High School. I teach Geometry, AP Calculus AB, and SAT Prep. I'm also the son of an ex-NBA all-star and I am well known for my ability to teach the game of basketball. I have coached on various levels and I volunteer in the community as a youth coach.

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Education

Morehouse College
Chemistry
Georgia State University
Masters

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Business

GMAT, GRE

Corporate Training

GMAT, Grammar

Elementary Education

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

Not only am I a teacher, but I have three children that are currently in elementary school. I consistently help them on a daily basis with their work in every subject. I am very in tune with kindergarten, third grade, and fifth grade work because these are the grades that my children are in. This, combined with me teaching sixth grade last year, and passing all other elementary certification exams shows my high level of capability in the elementary tutoring arena.
Study Skills,

Study Skills

In addition to tutoring and test prep, I've taught various subjects in public schools for the past five years. One of the major focuses among the schools in which I was employed was study skills. Study skills techniques that I've taught range from taking and reviewing Cornell notes, to creating flashcards and pneumonic devices. I've also taught test taking techniques which include using process of elimination, working backwards by plugging multiple choice answers into the question, and using context clues to derive answers.
Elementary Math, Elementary Science, Grammar, Reading, Spelling, Vocabulary

English

ACT English, ACT Reading, Grammar, Reading, Spelling, Vocabulary

Homeschool

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I am highly qualified to teach Algebra 1 because I have a Master's in Math Education and I have over ten years experience teaching and tutoring this subject. I am a certified math teacher and I currently teach multiple math courses and a test prep elective to 9th through 12th graders at Riverwood International High School.
Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

Not only am I a teacher, but I have three children that are currently in elementary school. I consistently help them on a daily basis with their work in every subject. I am very in tune with kindergarten, third grade, and fifth grade work because these are the grades that my children are in. This, combined with me teaching sixth grade last year, and passing all other elementary certification exams shows my high level of capability in the elementary tutoring arena.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

I am highly qualified to teach SAT math because I have a Master's in Math Education, I have extensive test prep (GRE, GMAT, SAT, ACT) experience, I scored a 1320 on the SAT as a junior in '97, and I have actually taught an SAT class as an elective to high school students.
Study Skills,

Study Skills

In addition to tutoring and test prep, I've taught various subjects in public schools for the past five years. One of the major focuses among the schools in which I was employed was study skills. Study skills techniques that I've taught range from taking and reviewing Cornell notes, to creating flashcards and pneumonic devices. I've also taught test taking techniques which include using process of elimination, working backwards by plugging multiple choice answers into the question, and using context clues to derive answers.
Algebra 2, Calculus, Geometry, Prealgebra, Precalculus, Reading, Spelling

Math

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I am highly qualified to teach Algebra 1 because I have a Master's in Math Education and I have over ten years experience teaching and tutoring this subject. I am a certified math teacher and I currently teach multiple math courses and a test prep elective to 9th through 12th graders at Riverwood International High School.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

I am highly qualified to teach SAT math because I have a Master's in Math Education, I have extensive test prep (GRE, GMAT, SAT, ACT) experience, I scored a 1320 on the SAT as a junior in '97, and I have actually taught an SAT class as an elective to high school students.
ACT Math, Algebra 2, Calculus, Geometry, Prealgebra, Precalculus, Trigonometry

Most Popular

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I am highly qualified to teach Algebra 1 because I have a Master's in Math Education and I have over ten years experience teaching and tutoring this subject. I am a certified math teacher and I currently teach multiple math courses and a test prep elective to 9th through 12th graders at Riverwood International High School.
Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

Not only am I a teacher, but I have three children that are currently in elementary school. I consistently help them on a daily basis with their work in every subject. I am very in tune with kindergarten, third grade, and fifth grade work because these are the grades that my children are in. This, combined with me teaching sixth grade last year, and passing all other elementary certification exams shows my high level of capability in the elementary tutoring arena.
Study Skills,

Study Skills

In addition to tutoring and test prep, I've taught various subjects in public schools for the past five years. One of the major focuses among the schools in which I was employed was study skills. Study skills techniques that I've taught range from taking and reviewing Cornell notes, to creating flashcards and pneumonic devices. I've also taught test taking techniques which include using process of elimination, working backwards by plugging multiple choice answers into the question, and using context clues to derive answers.
Algebra 2, Calculus, Geometry, Prealgebra, Precalculus, Reading

Other

Study Skills

Study Skills

In addition to tutoring and test prep, I've taught various subjects in public schools for the past five years. One of the major focuses among the schools in which I was employed was study skills. Study skills techniques that I've taught range from taking and reviewing Cornell notes, to creating flashcards and pneumonic devices. I've also taught test taking techniques which include using process of elimination, working backwards by plugging multiple choice answers into the question, and using context clues to derive answers.

Science

ACT Science

Special Needs

Study Skills

Study Skills

In addition to tutoring and test prep, I've taught various subjects in public schools for the past five years. One of the major focuses among the schools in which I was employed was study skills. Study skills techniques that I've taught range from taking and reviewing Cornell notes, to creating flashcards and pneumonic devices. I've also taught test taking techniques which include using process of elimination, working backwards by plugging multiple choice answers into the question, and using context clues to derive answers.

Sports/Recreation

Basketball

Basketball

I am the son of ex-NBA player Phil Smith, who was a two time all star and one time NBA championship winner. My father taught me the game of basketball starting from the age of three and I am very well versed in all aspects of the game especially the fundamentals. Therefore, I can teach anybody to become a well rounded player. With my practice techniques I can show a player how to become an effective shooter, ball handler, passer, scorer, rebounder, defender, and much more. I personally played competitive basketball in California and have successfully coached both of my two younger brothers into becoming division I scholarship players at Cal Berkeley and San Francisco. I have also received the award of coach of the year from the national youth sports (NYS) league in Cobb County and I recently coached a ninth grade, high school, boys basketball team to a winning season. I also workout and maintain my personal basketball skills by playing regularly. This helps me stay in shape and allows me to effectively demonstrate various drills and practice techniques. Finally, I teach players how to build basketball strength and stamina. Strengthening specific muscles are very key to becoming an extremely competitive basketball player. Particularly the lower back,legs, shoulders, and core abdominal muscles.

Summer

Algebra 1,

Algebra 1

I am highly qualified to teach Algebra 1 because I have a Master's in Math Education and I have over ten years experience teaching and tutoring this subject. I am a certified math teacher and I currently teach multiple math courses and a test prep elective to 9th through 12th graders at Riverwood International High School.
Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

Not only am I a teacher, but I have three children that are currently in elementary school. I consistently help them on a daily basis with their work in every subject. I am very in tune with kindergarten, third grade, and fifth grade work because these are the grades that my children are in. This, combined with me teaching sixth grade last year, and passing all other elementary certification exams shows my high level of capability in the elementary tutoring arena.
SAT Math,

SAT Math

I am highly qualified to teach SAT math because I have a Master's in Math Education, I have extensive test prep (GRE, GMAT, SAT, ACT) experience, I scored a 1320 on the SAT as a junior in '97, and I have actually taught an SAT class as an elective to high school students.
Study Skills,

Study Skills

In addition to tutoring and test prep, I've taught various subjects in public schools for the past five years. One of the major focuses among the schools in which I was employed was study skills. Study skills techniques that I've taught range from taking and reviewing Cornell notes, to creating flashcards and pneumonic devices. I've also taught test taking techniques which include using process of elimination, working backwards by plugging multiple choice answers into the question, and using context clues to derive answers.
Algebra 2, Calculus, GED, Geometry, Reading

Test Preparation

SAT Math,

SAT Math

I am highly qualified to teach SAT math because I have a Master's in Math Education, I have extensive test prep (GRE, GMAT, SAT, ACT) experience, I scored a 1320 on the SAT as a junior in '97, and I have actually taught an SAT class as an elective to high school students.
ACT English, ACT Math, ACT Reading, ACT Science, GED, GMAT, GRE

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Knowledgeable

He is knowledgeable and provides detailed feedback. He’s also very patient with my son. He’s getting him prepared for the ACT which is new material for my son and he’s doing an excellent job

Kwavi , 7 lessons with Philip

Thoughtful and Committed

Philip is a thoughtful and committed tutor. His style of teaching always enables my son to grasp difficult mathematical concepts in Algebra.

Anthony, 46 lessons with Philip

Knowledgable and Patient Tutor!

Philip has been a tremendous help to my son! He has become more than a tutor. Philip is a model of mathematical excellence that my son can emulate and make part of his own identity as a student.

Anthony, 46 lessons with Philip

Knowledgable and Patient Tutor!

Philip has been a tremendous help to my son! He has become more than a tutor. Philip is a model of mathematical excellence that my son can emulate and make part of his own identity as a student.

Anthony, 46 lessons with Philip

Knowledgable and Patient Tutor!

Philip has been a tremendous help to my son! He has become more than a tutor. Philip is a model of mathematical excellence that my son can emulate and make part of his own identity as a student.

Anthony, 46 lessons with Philip

Knowledgable and Patient Tutor!

Philip helped my son with graphing parallel and perpendicular lines in the coordinate grid. He is also helping him understand how to examine an equation and predict what the lines should look like when graphed. My son also expressed how patient and effective Philip is at teaching him these math concepts. I look forward to seeing my son continue to grow from Philip's instruction.

Anthony, 46 lessons with Philip

Great tutor who has helped my son significantly!

Philip is really helping my son with SAT prep and seems to focus very well on exactly what my son needs. He is patient and kind and he has an easygoing personality that is easy to get along with.

Victoria, 2 lessons with Philip

amazing teacher

Philip is really helping me understand math and because of him I enjoy learning it!! Highly suggest Philip as your tutor !!

Editur, 2 lessons with Philip

Knowledgeable Math Tutor

Phillip was able to hit the ground running with my daughter during their tutoring session. He explained some of the ACT Math concepts that she didn't understand. He also explained how to use her calculator properly to calculate Math problems. I would highly recommend him.

Valerie, 1 lesson with Philip
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