Phil V.
Cincinnati, OH
MIT graduate available to teach Science, Math, and Test Prep
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
ChemistryAbout Phil
It seems like teaching has always been a part of my life, whether I was helping classmates with assignments at school, practicing my campers' Bar Mitzvah prep with them at camp, or formally tutoring. Education is a high priority for me, and I enjoy helping those who are struggling with theirs to get back on track. I do everything I can to help my
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Travels within 20 miles of Cincinnati, OH 45230"Excellent Chemistry Tutor"
- Mary, Cincinnati, OH on 4/25/14My son needed help with some very advanced Chemistry concepts for the National Chemistry Olympiad. Phil was a great resource and an excellent tutor. He really helped my son cover a great deal of complex material in a short time while allowing him to learn and understand as they went. Thanks Phil!
"Helpful ACT Tutoring"
- James, Cincinnati, OH on 6/2/17Philip has done a great job tutoring my daughter in ACT English, Math and test taking skills. She saw immediate and significant improvement in her English score and he has helped with weak spots in her ACT Math as well. Highly recommended.
"Knowledgable and friendly tutor"
- Alexis, Hamel, MN on 4/7/17Phil did an excellent job helping me with my stoichiometry lab and really helped me understand the information. This is my first time I have ever been able to successfully receive help from an online tutor.
"Wow - clear, concise, great explanations! Chemistry expert!!"
- Jay, Morrisville, PA on 2/7/17Thinking through problem set-up and rationale, different ways to work through a problem. The how and why to take a particular approach. Gives good rationale, clear thinker, easy approaches for setting up a problem.
"Great tutor!"
- Emily, Cincinnati, OH on 12/29/16I have 2 daughters taking AP chem. Phil is super knowledgeable and added depth to the concepts they had learned in class so that they could apply the principles to complex problems. Both earned an A for the semester and on their midterm exams:)
"Best tutor!!"
- Mahesh, Mason, OH on 12/28/16He was very patient and one of the best tutors I have had! He knew the subject very well and was able to explain the concepts to me! I am better prepared for my semester that is coming up in January.
"Excellent teacher and communicator"
- Natalie, Cincinnati, OH on 9/19/16This was my first time with Phil. He jumped in right away and found out where my weaknesses were in physics and helped me correct them. Looking forward to more sessions and a better confidence level!
"Super quick & knowledgeable about chemistry"
- Sherry, Cincinnati, OH on 9/17/16We contacted Phil on a Monday morning around 8 a.m. He responded back to us within a few hours. I told him my daughter had a chemistry test on Wednesday and he set up an appointment for us that evening. They met for 2 hours. My daughter said it was very helpful and he was very knowledgeable. She went home to study some more and they meant for another hour on Tuesday evening. He was very helpful and it was great to have someone who could respond so quickly.
"Increased ACT Score Four Points"
- Mark, Cincinnati, OH on 1/20/14Phil was a great help with our daughter. He taught her strategies and focused his efforts on the highest payoff areas of the test, based on her previous scores and her aptitude. Due to his approach and skill she improved 4 points on her ACT cumulative score and received scholarship money from several colleges, thus making the decision to hire Phil as her tutor a very good financial decision.
"Grades are going up!"
- Angelique, West Chester, OH on 10/18/13After starting out 3 weeks ago with a low C, my daughter got her highest math score test today, a B! I see her confidence growing in math. Thanks Phil!
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ACT English
I have a great deal of experience both with the ACT material itself and teaching this material to high school students preparing for college. The main thing to be gained from test prep tutoring is a plan of attack specific to the test. I present strategies for the ACT to my students and to personalize the methods to their needs. We will discuss grammar and stylistic concepts that are commonly tested on the English section.
As a note, effective test prep takes time, so I recommend starting early. I warn my prospective students that the gains to be made with just a week or two of preparation will be very limited.
ACT Math
I have a great deal of experience both with the ACT material itself and teaching this material to high school students preparing for college. The main thing to be gained from test prep tutoring is a plan of attack specific to the test. I present strategies for the ACT to my students and to personalize the methods to their needs. We can also review the concepts tested, including arithmetic and number properties, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and reasoning.
As a note, effective test prep takes time, so I recommend starting early. I warn my prospective students that the gains to be made with just a week or two of preparation will be very limited.
ACT Reading
I have a great deal of experience both with the ACT material itself and teaching this material to high school students preparing for college. The main thing to be gained from test prep tutoring is a plan of attack specific to the test. I present strategies for the ACT to my students and to personalize the methods to their needs. We will address options for reading strategies as well as approaches to different types of questions.
As a note, effective test prep takes time, so I recommend starting early. I warn my prospective students that the gains to be made with just a week or two of preparation will be very limited.
ACT Science
I have a great deal of experience both with the ACT material itself and teaching this material to high school students preparing for college. The main thing to be gained from test prep tutoring is a plan of attack specific to the test. I present strategies for the ACT to my students and to personalize the methods to their needs. Focus in this section will be on data analysis and reading figures.
As a note, effective test prep takes time, so I recommend starting early. I warn my prospective students that the gains to be made with just a week or two of preparation will be very limited.
Algebra 1
The bulk of my experience teaching algebra 1 material comes from working with students in other classes. I often have to review these skills with students for their higher level math classes or science classes, which to me highlights the importance of learning the material well early on since it will definitely come up again in the future.
As such, I do my best to reinforce the concepts with practice and solid, clear explanations to build a strong foundation.
Algebra 2
The first student I worked with in algebra 2 was myself. I took a 3-week, self-paced algebra 2 course over a summer in high school, during which I was essentially handed a textbook and told, "Here, learn this."
Based on my results, I feel perfectly qualified to say I'm a very effective teacher in this subject. Since then, I have worked successfully with several other students on the subject.
Chemistry
Chemistry was my major in college and is my most frequently tutored subject. I have taught students of all abilities in high school, honors, AP, and college level courses. My strong understanding of the material at its core and experience teaching it allow me to tie together concepts in ways that resonate with my students.
Geometry
Geometry was my favorite math class in high school and also the math I've taught the most. With so many theorems and postulates to keep track of, people often have trouble with this class. While some memorization is required, I do my best to make the concepts relatable and, for interested students, trace them back to their roots.
Organic Chemistry
In addition to tutoring several students in organic chemistry, I served as a graduate student instructor for the organic chemistry series at University of California, Berkeley. I have an excellent command of the material in first and second semester classes, and I make a point of being able to relate specific topics back to the general, "big idea" concepts.
Precalculus
Precalculus classes tend to vary widely, so it's important to have a tutor prepared to address the breadth of material that may be covered in your class. I've worked with several students in this subject and am ready to help with any questions you have.
PSAT
I have a great deal of experience both with the PSAT material itself and teaching this material to high school students preparing for college. The main thing to be gained from test prep tutoring is a plan of attack specific to the test. I present strategies for the PSAT to my students and to personalize the methods to their needs. I also have experience teaching the content from all three sections of the test and can help you review any necessary concepts.
As a note, effective test prep takes time, so I recommend starting early. I warn my prospective students that the gains to be made with just a week or two of preparation will be very limited.
SAT Math
I have a great deal of experience both with the SAT material itself and teaching this material to high school students preparing for college. The main thing to be gained from test prep tutoring is a plan of attack specific to the test. I present strategies for the SAT to my students and to personalize the methods to their needs. I am also very well versed in the arithmetic, algebra, geometry and reasoning tested by the SAT and can review this with students as needed.
As a note, effective test prep takes time, so I recommend starting early. I warn my prospective students that the gains to be made with just a week or two of preparation will be very limited.
SAT Reading
I have a great deal of experience both with the SAT material itself and teaching this material to high school students preparing for college. The main thing to be gained from test prep tutoring is a plan of attack specific to the test. I present strategies for the SAT to my students and to personalize the methods to their needs. We will address separate strategies for the reading comprehension and sentence completion portions of the critical reading section.
As a note, effective test prep takes time, so I recommend starting early. I warn my prospective students that the gains to be made with just a week or two of preparation will be very limited.
SAT Writing
I have a great deal of experience both with the SAT material itself and teaching this material to high school students preparing for college. The main thing to be gained from test prep tutoring is a plan of attack specific to the test. I present strategies for the SAT to my students and to personalize the methods to their needs. We will address both test-specific strategies for an SAT essay as well as grammar and stylistic skills needed for the multiple choice portion.
As a note, effective test prep takes time, so I recommend starting early. I warn my prospective students that the gains to be made with just a week or two of preparation will be very limited.
Trigonometry
I have worked with several students in trigonometry with great success. My main approach to trigonometry is to build up a foundation of important facts like the unit circle and then hone in on strategies in problem solving. Practice will be key in developing these skills, so I try to prepare my students to use their homework time effectively.
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Phil V.
Cincinnati, OH
MIT graduate available to teach Science, Math, and Test Prep