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

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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.


Education

Morehouse College
Chemistry
Georgia State University
Masters
  • Licensed teacher

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Approved Subjects

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.
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.
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.
ACT English
ACT Math
ACT Reading
ACT Science
Algebra 2
Calculus
Elementary Math
Elementary Science
GED
Geometry
GMAT
Grammar
GRE
Prealgebra
Precalculus
Reading
Spelling
Trigonometry
Vocabulary

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Very Patient, Competent, and Thorough

I must say that I am extremely pleased with the well structured and engaging approach taken by Philip He immediately administered a pretest, to identify the key learning needs of my child. The entire session was interactive and left us feeling like this is truly money well spent. We initially booked one hour, but the session was so productive and yielded such good results, that we extemded it beyond an hour.

Sylvia, 33 lessons with Philip

Thoughtful and Committed

Mr. Philip Smith has been my children’s tutor for nearly two years, and I have witnessed my son grow immensely as a student during this time. He has been there for him in various capacities, whether it’s for standardized tests, quizzes, or exams. His input and support have been invaluable. More recently, Mr. Smith has been working with my daughter, who is in sixth grade. He has an impressive ability to transition his teaching approach from high school to middle school, making it effective, translatable, and clear. This has had a positive impact on my daughter’s learning. Mr. Smith is a true pedagogue, and it is a pleasure to work with him. I believe any student or family would benefit from his support.

Anthony, 134 lessons with Philip

Thoughtful and Committed

Mr. Philip Smith has been my children’s tutor for nearly two years, and I have witnessed my son grow immensely as a student during this time. He has been there for him in various capacities, whether it’s for standardized tests, quizzes, or exams. His input and support have been invaluable. More recently, Mr. Smith has been working with my daughter, who is in sixth grade. He has an impressive ability to transition his teaching approach from high school to middle school, making it effective, translatable, and clear. This has had a positive impact on my daughter’s learning. Mr. Smith is a true pedagogue, and it is a pleasure to work with him. I believe any student or family would benefit from his support.

Anthony, 134 lessons with Philip

Thoughtful and Committed

Mr. Philip Smith has been my children’s tutor for nearly two years, and I have witnessed my son grow immensely as a student during this time. He has been there for him in various capacities, whether it’s for standardized tests, quizzes, or exams. His input and support have been invaluable. More recently, Mr. Smith has been working with my daughter, who is in sixth grade. He has an impressive ability to transition his teaching approach from high school to middle school, making it effective, translatable, and clear. This has had a positive impact on my daughter’s learning. Mr. Smith is a true pedagogue, and it is a pleasure to work with him. I believe any student or family would benefit from his support.

Anthony, 134 lessons with Philip

Thoughtful and Committed

Mr. Philip Smith has been my children’s tutor for nearly two years, and I have witnessed my son grow immensely as a student during this time. He has been there for him in various capacities, whether it’s for standardized tests, quizzes, or exams. His input and support have been invaluable. More recently, Mr. Smith has been working with my daughter, who is in sixth grade. He has an impressive ability to transition his teaching approach from high school to middle school, making it effective, translatable, and clear. This has had a positive impact on my daughter’s learning. Mr. Smith is a true pedagogue, and it is a pleasure to work with him. I believe any student or family would benefit from his support.

Anthony, 134 lessons with Philip

Thoughtful and Committed

Mr. Philip Smith has been my children’s tutor for nearly two years, and I have witnessed my son grow immensely as a student during this time. He has been there for him in various capacities, whether it’s for standardized tests, quizzes, or exams. His input and support have been invaluable. More recently, Mr. Smith has been working with my daughter, who is in sixth grade. He has an impressive ability to transition his teaching approach from high school to middle school, making it effective, translatable, and clear. This has had a positive impact on my daughter’s learning. Mr. Smith is a true pedagogue, and it is a pleasure to work with him. I believe any student or family would benefit from his support.

Anthony, 134 lessons with Philip

Thoughtful and Committed

Mr. Philip Smith has been my children’s tutor for nearly two years, and I have witnessed my son grow immensely as a student during this time. He has been there for him in various capacities, whether it’s for standardized tests, quizzes, or exams. His input and support have been invaluable. More recently, Mr. Smith has been working with my daughter, who is in sixth grade. He has an impressive ability to transition his teaching approach from high school to middle school, making it effective, translatable, and clear. This has had a positive impact on my daughter’s learning. Mr. Smith is a true pedagogue, and it is a pleasure to work with him. I believe any student or family would benefit from his support.

Anthony, 134 lessons with Philip

Thoughtful and Committed

In the year 2024, Mr. Philip Smith has proven to be a thoughtful, consistent, and supportive teacher of Algebra II. I have witnessed my son grow and develop valuable habits that could not have happened without Mr. Smith's guidance. If you’re looking for a tutor who is highly intelligent and capable of conducting effective tutoring sessions, look no further. Mr. Smith is not just a tutor; he is first and foremost a teacher. He creates a supportive environment that helps students thrive. I highly recommend Mr. Philip Smith to anyone seeking to improve their math skills.

Anthony, 134 lessons with Philip

Thoughtful and Committed

In the year 2024, Mr. Philip Smith has proven to be a thoughtful, consistent, and supportive teacher of Algebra II. I have witnessed my son grow and develop valuable habits that could not have happened without Mr. Smith's guidance. If you’re looking for a tutor who is highly intelligent and capable of conducting effective tutoring sessions, look no further. Mr. Smith is not just a tutor; he is first and foremost a teacher. He creates a supportive environment that helps students thrive. I highly recommend Mr. Philip Smith to anyone seeking to improve their math skills.

Anthony, 134 lessons with Philip

Thoughtful and Committed

In the year 2024, Mr. Philip Smith has proven to be a thoughtful, consistent, and supportive teacher of Algebra II. I have witnessed my son grow and develop valuable habits that could not have happened without Mr. Smith's guidance. If you’re looking for a tutor who is highly intelligent and capable of conducting effective tutoring sessions, look no further. Mr. Smith is not just a tutor; he is first and foremost a teacher. He creates a supportive environment that helps students thrive. I highly recommend Mr. Philip Smith to anyone seeking to improve their math skills.

Anthony, 134 lessons with Philip
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