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Phillip P.

Award-winning PhD educator: English, reading, writing, ACT,(P)SAT

Award-winning PhD educator: English, reading, writing, ACT,(P)SAT

$200/hour

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About Phillip

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I have 17 years of experience in education, serving as an English teacher, assistant principal, principal, curriculum director, and educational consultant. My Bachelor's degree is in English Language and Literature for secondary education, my Master's degree is in literature, and my Education Specialist degree and Ph.D. are both in educational leadership. I hold an active teaching certificate in both English and psychology for grades 6-12, my administrative certificate spans grades K-12,...

I have 17 years of experience in education, serving as an English teacher, assistant principal, principal, curriculum director, and educational consultant. My Bachelor's degree is in English Language and Literature for secondary education, my Master's degree is in literature, and my Education Specialist degree and Ph.D. are both in educational leadership. I hold an active teaching certificate in both English and psychology for grades 6-12, my administrative certificate spans grades K-12, and I also hold a central office administration certification. Although I am new to Wyzant, I have tutored high school and college students for many years in English, specifically writing, reading, and grammar; test preparation for the ACT and (P)SAT; and editing/revising essays. I am passionate about education, and I love working directly with students to help them develop the skills they need to succeed both in school and in life. I relate well to students of all ages, and I focus on making tutoring sessions engaging and fun, while helping students better understand and apply relevant concepts according to their needs and goals. I particularly enjoy seeing students become more capable and confident as their performance improves, which is why teaching and tutoring are so rewarding.

I have taught a variety of English classes at the high school level, including AP Language and Composition, AP literature and Composition, American Literature, and World Literature, and I also ran a writing lab for students. I served as one of the national readers for the AP Language and Composition exam for the College Board, and I have done considerable work with teachers to help them apply best practices in instruction. Throughout my career, I have worked with students of all ability types, including gifted students and students with special needs. Although I am driven purely by student success rather than personal distinction, I have been honored and humbled by a number of awards over the years. I was Teacher of the Year at North Farmington High School, I was the only K-12 educator selected to the Oakland County Executive’s Elite 40 Under 40 Class of 2016, and I was selected as Eastern Michigan’s Scholar of Excellence.

In addition, I stay in close communication with parents as the partnership between the student, parents, and myself is crucial to accelerating student learning. I believe all students can learn and achieve at high levels with the proper support, and I look forward to the opportunity to help students make their best even better. Please reach out to me with any questions and to set up a tutoring session today!

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Education

BA, Eastern Michigan University
English
Eastern Michigan University
Masters
Eastern Michigan University
PhD

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Grammar,

Grammar

I have helped students and professionals develop their skills in using proper English grammar conventions for 17 years, including through editing their written work. I have worked with students from all levels: elementary, middle school, high school, undergraduate, and Ph.D. I also have worked with adults on the grammar concepts related to professional/technical writing. I also have experience working with students and adults for whom English is a second language.
Proofreading

Proofreading

I have 10 years of tutoring experience working with high school and college students (undergraduate through Ph.D.) on proofreading their writing, offering revision and editing support. I did not hire an outside editor for my own 274-page dissertation, which is a rare occurrence, as I was able to fully proofread my own work. Furthermore, I taught high school English at a High School for eight years, which gave me a tremendous amount of experience proofreading students' writing. I served as a National Advanced Placement Reader for The College Board for the AP English Language and Composition Exam, which means I scored essays for the annual AP exam. My Bachelor's Degree (BS) is in English Language and Literature, and my Master's Degree (MA) is in English Literature. My Secondary English Teacher Certification (Grades 6-12) remains active.

Elementary Education

Grammar,

Grammar

I have helped students and professionals develop their skills in using proper English grammar conventions for 17 years, including through editing their written work. I have worked with students from all levels: elementary, middle school, high school, undergraduate, and Ph.D. I also have worked with adults on the grammar concepts related to professional/technical writing. I also have experience working with students and adults for whom English is a second language.
Vocabulary

Vocabulary

Over the course of my 17-year career in education, I have helped countless students to gain confidence in their reading, writing, and speaking abilities through a more precise and expansive vocabulary.

English

ACT English,

ACT English

I have tutored students in ACT English preparation for 10 years, and I taught Advanced Placement English classes at a High School for eight years. Plus, as a high school junior, I scored a 34 on the ACT English test. More recently, I completed my 274-page dissertation without hiring an editor (a rare occurrence). I love writing, and I have a knack for grammar instruction, helping students understand and apply the rules of proper grammar and usage.
ACT Reading,

ACT Reading

Although I am new to Wyzant, I have 10 years of ACT tutoring experience. In addition, I taught the following high school English classes at North Farmington High School during my 8-year teaching career: -AP Language and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -AP Literature and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -Honors English 10 (10th Grade) -Introduction to Literature (9th Grade) -American Literature (10th Grade) -World Literature (11th Grade) -Writing Lab (9th-12th Grades) Additional Information: -My Secondary English Teacher Certification (Grades 6-12) remains active. -I served as a National Advanced Placement Reader for The College Board for the AP English Language and Composition Exam (I scored essays for this annual AP exam) -My Bachelor's Degree (BS) is in English Language and Literature -My Master's Degree (MA) is in English Literature -My Specialist's Degree (Ed.S.) is in Educational Leadership -My Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) is in Educational Leadership Awards: -Only K-12 educator selected to the Oakland County Executive's Elite 40 Under 40 Class of 2016 -Scholar of Excellence for Dept. of Leadership and Counseling at Eastern Michigan University -Rookie of the Year at North Farmington High School as Assistant Principal -Teacher of the Year at North Farmington High School -Listed on "Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers" -Exceptional Educator Award from Eastern Michigan University -Most Influential Teacher as Selected by University of Michigan Distinguished Student -Recognized by Several “Academic All-Stars” in the Farmington Observer and Detroit Free Press as their Most Influential Teacher Presentations: -"Improving Student Writing Proficiency through School Improvement Initiatives" at the Michigan Department of Education School Improvement Conference -"Best Practices in Teaching Language and Literature" at Eastern Michigan University -"The Influence of a Teacher’s Beliefs and Reflection on the Enactment of the English Language Arts Common Core State Standards” at the Michigan Association of Professors of Educational Administration Symposium -"Improving Student Writing and Reducing the Achievement Gap" at Eastern Michigan University -"Acquisition of Language" at Eastern Michigan University
English,

English

I taught the following high school English classes at North Farmington High School during my 8-year teaching career: -AP Language and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -AP Literature and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -Honors English 10 (10th Grade) -Introduction to Literature (9th Grade) -American Literature (10th Grade) -World Literature (11th Grade) -Writing Lab (9th-12th Grades) Additional Information: -My Secondary English Teacher Certification (Grades 6-12) remains active. -I served as a National Advanced Placement Reader for The College Board for the AP English Language and Composition Exam (I scored essays for this annual AP exam) -My Bachelor's Degree (BS) is in English Language and Literature -My Master's Degree (MA) is in English Literature -My Specialist's Degree (Ed.S.) is in Educational Leadership -My Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) is in Educational Leadership -I presented on "Improving Student Writing Proficiency through School Improvement Initiatives" at the Michigan Department of Education School Improvement Conference Awards: -Only K-12 educator selected to the Oakland County Executive's Elite 40 Under 40 Class of 2016 -Scholar of Excellence for Dept. of Leadership and Counseling at Eastern Michigan University -Rookie of the Year at North Farmington High School as Assistant Principal -Teacher of the Year at North Farmington High School -Listed on "Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers" -Exceptional Educator Award from Eastern Michigan University -Most Influential Teacher as Selected by University of Michigan Distinguished Student -Recognized by Several “Academic All-Stars” in the Farmington Observer and Detroit Free Press as their Most Influential Teacher
Grammar,

Grammar

I have helped students and professionals develop their skills in using proper English grammar conventions for 17 years, including through editing their written work. I have worked with students from all levels: elementary, middle school, high school, undergraduate, and Ph.D. I also have worked with adults on the grammar concepts related to professional/technical writing. I also have experience working with students and adults for whom English is a second language.
Literature,

Literature

My Bachelor's Degree (BS) is in English Language and Literature and my Master's Degree (MA) is in English Literature. Plus, I taught the following high school English classes at a High School during my eight-year teaching career: -AP Language and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -AP Literature and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -Honors English 10 (10th Grade) -Introduction to Literature (9th Grade) -American Literature (10th Grade) -World Literature (11th Grade) -Writing Lab (9th-12th Grades) Furthermore, I served as a National Advanced Placement Reader for The College Board for the AP English Language and Composition Exam (I scored essays for this annual AP exam), and I gave a presentation on "Best Practices in Teaching Language and Literature" at Eastern Michigan University, as well.
Proofreading,

Proofreading

I have 10 years of tutoring experience working with high school and college students (undergraduate through Ph.D.) on proofreading their writing, offering revision and editing support. I did not hire an outside editor for my own 274-page dissertation, which is a rare occurrence, as I was able to fully proofread my own work. Furthermore, I taught high school English at a High School for eight years, which gave me a tremendous amount of experience proofreading students' writing. I served as a National Advanced Placement Reader for The College Board for the AP English Language and Composition Exam, which means I scored essays for the annual AP exam. My Bachelor's Degree (BS) is in English Language and Literature, and my Master's Degree (MA) is in English Literature. My Secondary English Teacher Certification (Grades 6-12) remains active.
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

SAT Reading preparation is one of my foremost specialty areas, and I thoroughly enjoy helping students improve their reading comprehension skills while also sharing proven strategies specific to succeeding on the SAT Reading test. I teach an SAT preparation course in Farmington Hills, and I tutor individual students on all sections of the SAT, as well. I scored a perfect 800 on the combined Evidence-based Reading and Writing sections of the SAT, and I have helped countless students raise their test scores significantly, which is exceptionally rewarding.
SAT Writing,

SAT Writing

My background as an English teacher and tutor have prepared me well to help students excel on the essay writing and language portions of the SAT. I specialize in test preparation, writing, and properly using English grammatical conventions, all of which translate perfectly to SAT writing. Furthermore, I completed my dissertation without the assistance of an editor (which is rare), and I am pursuing professional publication of my own writing as writing is one of my foremost passions.
Vocabulary,

Vocabulary

Over the course of my 17-year career in education, I have helped countless students to gain confidence in their reading, writing, and speaking abilities through a more precise and expansive vocabulary.
Writing

Writing

I taught the following high school English classes at North Farmington High School during my 8-year teaching career: -AP Language and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -AP Literature and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -Honors English 10 (10th Grade) -Introduction to Literature (9th Grade) -American Literature (10th Grade) -World Literature (11th Grade) -Writing Lab (9th-12th Grades) Additional Information: -My Secondary English Teacher Certification (Grades 6-12) remains active. -I served as a National Advanced Placement Reader for The College Board for the AP English Language and Composition Exam (I scored essays for this annual AP exam) -My Bachelor's Degree (BS) is in English Language and Literature -My Master's Degree (MA) is in English Literature -My Specialist's Degree (Ed.S.) is in Educational Leadership -My Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) is in Educational Leadership Awards: -Only K-12 educator selected to the Oakland County Executive's Elite 40 Under 40 Class of 2016 -Scholar of Excellence for Dept. of Leadership and Counseling at Eastern Michigan University -Rookie of the Year at North Farmington High School as Assistant Principal -Teacher of the Year at North Farmington High School -Listed on "Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers" -Exceptional Educator Award from Eastern Michigan University -Most Influential Teacher as Selected by University of Michigan Distinguished Student -Recognized by Several “Academic All-Stars” in the Farmington Observer and Detroit Free Press as their Most Influential Teacher Presentations: -"Improving Student Writing Proficiency through School Improvement Initiatives" at the Michigan Department of Education School Improvement Conference -"Best Practices in Teaching Language and Literature" at Eastern Michigan University -"The Influence of a Teacher’s Beliefs and Reflection on the Enactment of the English Language Arts Common Core State Standards” at the Michigan Association of Professors of Educational Administration Symposium -"Improving Student Writing and Reducing the Achievement Gap" at Eastern Michigan University -"Acquisition of Language" at Eastern Michigan University

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English,

English

I taught the following high school English classes at North Farmington High School during my 8-year teaching career: -AP Language and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -AP Literature and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -Honors English 10 (10th Grade) -Introduction to Literature (9th Grade) -American Literature (10th Grade) -World Literature (11th Grade) -Writing Lab (9th-12th Grades) Additional Information: -My Secondary English Teacher Certification (Grades 6-12) remains active. -I served as a National Advanced Placement Reader for The College Board for the AP English Language and Composition Exam (I scored essays for this annual AP exam) -My Bachelor's Degree (BS) is in English Language and Literature -My Master's Degree (MA) is in English Literature -My Specialist's Degree (Ed.S.) is in Educational Leadership -My Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) is in Educational Leadership -I presented on "Improving Student Writing Proficiency through School Improvement Initiatives" at the Michigan Department of Education School Improvement Conference Awards: -Only K-12 educator selected to the Oakland County Executive's Elite 40 Under 40 Class of 2016 -Scholar of Excellence for Dept. of Leadership and Counseling at Eastern Michigan University -Rookie of the Year at North Farmington High School as Assistant Principal -Teacher of the Year at North Farmington High School -Listed on "Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers" -Exceptional Educator Award from Eastern Michigan University -Most Influential Teacher as Selected by University of Michigan Distinguished Student -Recognized by Several “Academic All-Stars” in the Farmington Observer and Detroit Free Press as their Most Influential Teacher
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

SAT Reading preparation is one of my foremost specialty areas, and I thoroughly enjoy helping students improve their reading comprehension skills while also sharing proven strategies specific to succeeding on the SAT Reading test. I teach an SAT preparation course in Farmington Hills, and I tutor individual students on all sections of the SAT, as well. I scored a perfect 800 on the combined Evidence-based Reading and Writing sections of the SAT, and I have helped countless students raise their test scores significantly, which is exceptionally rewarding.
Writing

Writing

I taught the following high school English classes at North Farmington High School during my 8-year teaching career: -AP Language and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -AP Literature and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -Honors English 10 (10th Grade) -Introduction to Literature (9th Grade) -American Literature (10th Grade) -World Literature (11th Grade) -Writing Lab (9th-12th Grades) Additional Information: -My Secondary English Teacher Certification (Grades 6-12) remains active. -I served as a National Advanced Placement Reader for The College Board for the AP English Language and Composition Exam (I scored essays for this annual AP exam) -My Bachelor's Degree (BS) is in English Language and Literature -My Master's Degree (MA) is in English Literature -My Specialist's Degree (Ed.S.) is in Educational Leadership -My Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) is in Educational Leadership Awards: -Only K-12 educator selected to the Oakland County Executive's Elite 40 Under 40 Class of 2016 -Scholar of Excellence for Dept. of Leadership and Counseling at Eastern Michigan University -Rookie of the Year at North Farmington High School as Assistant Principal -Teacher of the Year at North Farmington High School -Listed on "Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers" -Exceptional Educator Award from Eastern Michigan University -Most Influential Teacher as Selected by University of Michigan Distinguished Student -Recognized by Several “Academic All-Stars” in the Farmington Observer and Detroit Free Press as their Most Influential Teacher Presentations: -"Improving Student Writing Proficiency through School Improvement Initiatives" at the Michigan Department of Education School Improvement Conference -"Best Practices in Teaching Language and Literature" at Eastern Michigan University -"The Influence of a Teacher’s Beliefs and Reflection on the Enactment of the English Language Arts Common Core State Standards” at the Michigan Association of Professors of Educational Administration Symposium -"Improving Student Writing and Reducing the Achievement Gap" at Eastern Michigan University -"Acquisition of Language" at Eastern Michigan University

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English,

English

I taught the following high school English classes at North Farmington High School during my 8-year teaching career: -AP Language and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -AP Literature and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -Honors English 10 (10th Grade) -Introduction to Literature (9th Grade) -American Literature (10th Grade) -World Literature (11th Grade) -Writing Lab (9th-12th Grades) Additional Information: -My Secondary English Teacher Certification (Grades 6-12) remains active. -I served as a National Advanced Placement Reader for The College Board for the AP English Language and Composition Exam (I scored essays for this annual AP exam) -My Bachelor's Degree (BS) is in English Language and Literature -My Master's Degree (MA) is in English Literature -My Specialist's Degree (Ed.S.) is in Educational Leadership -My Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) is in Educational Leadership -I presented on "Improving Student Writing Proficiency through School Improvement Initiatives" at the Michigan Department of Education School Improvement Conference Awards: -Only K-12 educator selected to the Oakland County Executive's Elite 40 Under 40 Class of 2016 -Scholar of Excellence for Dept. of Leadership and Counseling at Eastern Michigan University -Rookie of the Year at North Farmington High School as Assistant Principal -Teacher of the Year at North Farmington High School -Listed on "Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers" -Exceptional Educator Award from Eastern Michigan University -Most Influential Teacher as Selected by University of Michigan Distinguished Student -Recognized by Several “Academic All-Stars” in the Farmington Observer and Detroit Free Press as their Most Influential Teacher
Writing

Writing

I taught the following high school English classes at North Farmington High School during my 8-year teaching career: -AP Language and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -AP Literature and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -Honors English 10 (10th Grade) -Introduction to Literature (9th Grade) -American Literature (10th Grade) -World Literature (11th Grade) -Writing Lab (9th-12th Grades) Additional Information: -My Secondary English Teacher Certification (Grades 6-12) remains active. -I served as a National Advanced Placement Reader for The College Board for the AP English Language and Composition Exam (I scored essays for this annual AP exam) -My Bachelor's Degree (BS) is in English Language and Literature -My Master's Degree (MA) is in English Literature -My Specialist's Degree (Ed.S.) is in Educational Leadership -My Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) is in Educational Leadership Awards: -Only K-12 educator selected to the Oakland County Executive's Elite 40 Under 40 Class of 2016 -Scholar of Excellence for Dept. of Leadership and Counseling at Eastern Michigan University -Rookie of the Year at North Farmington High School as Assistant Principal -Teacher of the Year at North Farmington High School -Listed on "Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers" -Exceptional Educator Award from Eastern Michigan University -Most Influential Teacher as Selected by University of Michigan Distinguished Student -Recognized by Several “Academic All-Stars” in the Farmington Observer and Detroit Free Press as their Most Influential Teacher Presentations: -"Improving Student Writing Proficiency through School Improvement Initiatives" at the Michigan Department of Education School Improvement Conference -"Best Practices in Teaching Language and Literature" at Eastern Michigan University -"The Influence of a Teacher’s Beliefs and Reflection on the Enactment of the English Language Arts Common Core State Standards” at the Michigan Association of Professors of Educational Administration Symposium -"Improving Student Writing and Reducing the Achievement Gap" at Eastern Michigan University -"Acquisition of Language" at Eastern Michigan University

Sports/Recreation

Basketball

Basketball

I have been a lifelong basketball player, and I continue to compete in the Come Play Detroit Men's Draft Basketball League in which I was the 2nd leading scorer last season. In terms of coaching, I began as the men's varsity basketball assistant coach at a High School for one year. Then, I coached 4th-6th grade girls in a Community Education recreational league for two years, followed by coaching a 6th-8th grade girls' travel basketball team for the past three years. I'm proud of the growth my players have shown, their team spirit, and their many accomplishments (multiple undefeated seasons and championships). I am interested in helping young players further develop their dribbling, passing, shooting, and rebounding skills while also helping them improve their athleticism, footwork, defense, and overall basketball knowledge, all of which leads to greater confidence and enjoyment of the game.

Summer

Writing

Writing

I taught the following high school English classes at North Farmington High School during my 8-year teaching career: -AP Language and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -AP Literature and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -Honors English 10 (10th Grade) -Introduction to Literature (9th Grade) -American Literature (10th Grade) -World Literature (11th Grade) -Writing Lab (9th-12th Grades) Additional Information: -My Secondary English Teacher Certification (Grades 6-12) remains active. -I served as a National Advanced Placement Reader for The College Board for the AP English Language and Composition Exam (I scored essays for this annual AP exam) -My Bachelor's Degree (BS) is in English Language and Literature -My Master's Degree (MA) is in English Literature -My Specialist's Degree (Ed.S.) is in Educational Leadership -My Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) is in Educational Leadership Awards: -Only K-12 educator selected to the Oakland County Executive's Elite 40 Under 40 Class of 2016 -Scholar of Excellence for Dept. of Leadership and Counseling at Eastern Michigan University -Rookie of the Year at North Farmington High School as Assistant Principal -Teacher of the Year at North Farmington High School -Listed on "Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers" -Exceptional Educator Award from Eastern Michigan University -Most Influential Teacher as Selected by University of Michigan Distinguished Student -Recognized by Several “Academic All-Stars” in the Farmington Observer and Detroit Free Press as their Most Influential Teacher Presentations: -"Improving Student Writing Proficiency through School Improvement Initiatives" at the Michigan Department of Education School Improvement Conference -"Best Practices in Teaching Language and Literature" at Eastern Michigan University -"The Influence of a Teacher’s Beliefs and Reflection on the Enactment of the English Language Arts Common Core State Standards” at the Michigan Association of Professors of Educational Administration Symposium -"Improving Student Writing and Reducing the Achievement Gap" at Eastern Michigan University -"Acquisition of Language" at Eastern Michigan University

Test Preparation

ACT English,

ACT English

I have tutored students in ACT English preparation for 10 years, and I taught Advanced Placement English classes at a High School for eight years. Plus, as a high school junior, I scored a 34 on the ACT English test. More recently, I completed my 274-page dissertation without hiring an editor (a rare occurrence). I love writing, and I have a knack for grammar instruction, helping students understand and apply the rules of proper grammar and usage.
ACT Reading,

ACT Reading

Although I am new to Wyzant, I have 10 years of ACT tutoring experience. In addition, I taught the following high school English classes at North Farmington High School during my 8-year teaching career: -AP Language and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -AP Literature and Composition (11th-12th Grades) -Honors English 10 (10th Grade) -Introduction to Literature (9th Grade) -American Literature (10th Grade) -World Literature (11th Grade) -Writing Lab (9th-12th Grades) Additional Information: -My Secondary English Teacher Certification (Grades 6-12) remains active. -I served as a National Advanced Placement Reader for The College Board for the AP English Language and Composition Exam (I scored essays for this annual AP exam) -My Bachelor's Degree (BS) is in English Language and Literature -My Master's Degree (MA) is in English Literature -My Specialist's Degree (Ed.S.) is in Educational Leadership -My Doctorate Degree (Ph.D.) is in Educational Leadership Awards: -Only K-12 educator selected to the Oakland County Executive's Elite 40 Under 40 Class of 2016 -Scholar of Excellence for Dept. of Leadership and Counseling at Eastern Michigan University -Rookie of the Year at North Farmington High School as Assistant Principal -Teacher of the Year at North Farmington High School -Listed on "Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers" -Exceptional Educator Award from Eastern Michigan University -Most Influential Teacher as Selected by University of Michigan Distinguished Student -Recognized by Several “Academic All-Stars” in the Farmington Observer and Detroit Free Press as their Most Influential Teacher Presentations: -"Improving Student Writing Proficiency through School Improvement Initiatives" at the Michigan Department of Education School Improvement Conference -"Best Practices in Teaching Language and Literature" at Eastern Michigan University -"The Influence of a Teacher’s Beliefs and Reflection on the Enactment of the English Language Arts Common Core State Standards” at the Michigan Association of Professors of Educational Administration Symposium -"Improving Student Writing and Reducing the Achievement Gap" at Eastern Michigan University -"Acquisition of Language" at Eastern Michigan University
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

SAT Reading preparation is one of my foremost specialty areas, and I thoroughly enjoy helping students improve their reading comprehension skills while also sharing proven strategies specific to succeeding on the SAT Reading test. I teach an SAT preparation course in Farmington Hills, and I tutor individual students on all sections of the SAT, as well. I scored a perfect 800 on the combined Evidence-based Reading and Writing sections of the SAT, and I have helped countless students raise their test scores significantly, which is exceptionally rewarding.
SAT Writing,

SAT Writing

My background as an English teacher and tutor have prepared me well to help students excel on the essay writing and language portions of the SAT. I specialize in test preparation, writing, and properly using English grammatical conventions, all of which translate perfectly to SAT writing. Furthermore, I completed my dissertation without the assistance of an editor (which is rare), and I am pursuing professional publication of my own writing as writing is one of my foremost passions.
PSAT

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Amazing tutor

We've tried several tutors before, including Varsity Tutors. :) Phillip is outstanding. He works together with your child analyzing every aspect of the question and answers options. Unlike other tutors who spend first 30 minutes talking about how great they are, he started with introduction of strategies and techniques to be used when working on the SAT. We all are very pleased with the process, no wasted time, very encouraging and engaging studies. If you are looking for a professional to really help your child, Phillip should be your choice.

Olga, 6 lessons with Phillip
Tutor responded:

Olga, thank you for such a wonderful vote of confidence! I feel fortunate to have been able to work with your daughter, and I was delighted to hear how well she did on the SAT as her hard work certainly paid off!

great teacher. extreme helpful

My son had to write an essay on the Canterbury Tales for a sophomore English class. Phillip was prepared for the session and had reviewed the tales in advance. He helped with analysis, adding supporting details, and organizing the main points. I would unequivocally recommend him.

Lenore, 2 lessons with Phillip

Great lesson!

We went over my AP Lang rhetorical analysis and Mr.P gave me some really beneficial insight about my writing. He also provided other prep materials to help me prepare for the test in May.

Xiumei, 21 lessons with Phillip
Tutor responded:

I am glad we were able to meet and work on rhetorical analysis writing for the upcoming AP Language and Composition Exam. I have enjoyed seeing your writing develop over these past several months as you continue to improve the depth of your ideas and the sophistication of your analysis. Keep up the great work!

Highly knowledgeable and skilled teacher

Phillip is great teacher! He knows the subject and knows how to teach. His sessions are packed with valuable information. We enjoy each and every lesson with Phillip as he has so much to offer. Can't ask for more!

Lily, 5 lessons with Phillip
Tutor responded:

Thank you, Lily. I have relished the opportunity to help your daughter prepare for the AP Language and Composition Exam as she takes learning seriously and catches on to the concepts quickly. I appreciate how readily she has incorporated feedback into her work as she has shown tremendous growth in a short period of time.

Very knowledgeable tutor.

Phillip was great he reviewed essay structure with my son who will be taking the AP language and composition test. Greatly appreciated his flexibility with scheduling.

Jaye, 1 lesson with Phillip
Tutor responded:

I am glad I was able to meet with your son and help him gain a better understanding of what AP Language and Composition Exam essay readers are looking for in student responses to the essay prompts. I perhaps have never worked with a student who picked up the information as quickly as your son did, which was really impressive!

Phillip is outstanding teacher.

My daughter got SAT reading lessons with Phillip. After 1st lesson, she already has changed her views on the SAT test. Phillip taught strategies and she can apply it to the test immediately. My kid and I are satisfied with his lessons.

Sumun, 6 lessons with Phillip
Tutor responded:

Sumun, I really appreciate your feedback as it has meant a great deal to me to help your daughter improve her skills and boost her confidence in relation to the SAT. She is a diligent, attentive student with a terrific attitude who will certainly do well when she takes the SAT in the near future!

Informative experienced instruction.

I took away tools for annotating first thing. Made great suggestion for future reads to inform my writing. Examined past writing and gave feedback. I will use P. again.

Elliot, 6 lessons with Phillip
Tutor responded:

I'm glad you found the session valuable, Elliot. I appreciate your diligence as a student as it is impressive that you are so proactive by investing time during the summer to sharpen your skills in preparation for the upcoming school year. That mindset will serve you well in school and beyond!

Great ACT Tutor

From session # 1, my daughter felt much more comfortable about how to approach the ACT test. Phillip offered her instruction but also helpful hints on how to approach each section of the test. She was so much more confident after just one session. Highly recommend Phillip.

Michele, 9 lessons with Phillip
Tutor responded:

Thank you for your kind words, Michele. I have been impressed with how well your daughter has grasped the concepts, both related to specific content as well as test-taking strategies that can boost her score. She is a wonderful student to work with, and I am looking forward to our upcoming sessions together to build further upon this foundation and to enhance her preparation for the upcoming ACT exam.

Amazing writing tutor (with extensive knowledge of the AP lang test)!

I came to Phillip with only a week left before the AP lang exam. I had not taken the corresponding AP course, so I really did not know anything about the exam format/grading/timing/etc. Not only did Phillip provide me with helpful exam resources and thoughtful analysis of my essays, he also gave me lots of needed encouragement! The fact that he has read thousands of AP lang exam essays as an AP grader really made his tutoring excellent. After only two lessons, I felt very well prepared for the exam. Anyone who needs help with AP lang exam prep should come to Philip.

Lynn, 2 lessons with Phillip

Patient, Detailed, and Effective

After a couple of tutoring sessions for AP English Language and Composition, Phillip has really improved my confidence for the demanding essays on the test. Having someone who knows exactly what the AP graders are looking for has been a tremendous help.

H, 5 lessons with Phillip
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