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Phil V.

MIT graduate available to teach Science, Math, and Test Prep

MIT graduate available to teach Science, Math, and Test Prep

$80/hour

5.0 (230 ratings)

  • 1,189 hours tutoring

About Phil

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I am a licensed science teacher and have offered tutoring services in math and chemistry since 2002. In addition to traditional, in-person tutoring, I have taught thousands of sessions through online platforms to high school/college students and adults across the country. An MIT graduate, I have also taught multiple semesters at University of California, Berkeley as a graduate student instructor. My adaptive teaching style, developed from experience teaching students at all levels, targets my...

I am a licensed science teacher and have offered tutoring services in math and chemistry since 2002. In addition to traditional, in-person tutoring, I have taught thousands of sessions through online platforms to high school/college students and adults across the country. An MIT graduate, I have also taught multiple semesters at University of California, Berkeley as a graduate student instructor. My adaptive teaching style, developed from experience teaching students at all levels, targets my clients' needs to ensure they get the most out of their sessions. My strengths as a tutor stem from very strong content knowledge and the ability to articulate concepts clearly. Because I am so familiar with the material, I can often provide different ways of looking at a problem and relate newer topics to more familiar ones.

I am currently accepting new students, so feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like to set up a meeting. Because of our current situation, I am only meeting with students online, and I have found this method to be just as effective as in-person tutoring.

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Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Chemistry

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GRE

English

ACT English,

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 Reading,

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.
SAT Reading,

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

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.

Homeschool

Algebra 1,

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,

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.
Calculus,

Calculus

I have worked with many students in high school and college classes on single-variable calculus. This includes helping students prepare for AP calculus classes, both AB and BC versions, working through college-level coursework, and also doing independent preparation for calculus outside of a formal class.
Chemistry,

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

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.
Physics,

Physics

Physics is a challenging class because, although the actual number of topics to learn is relatively low, these topics get woven together in varied and complex ways. I do my best to nurture good, general problem solving strategies with my physics tutoring students in order to help them to develop as independent thinkers and scientists.
Precalculus,

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.
SAT Math,

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,

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.
Prealgebra

Math

ACT Math,

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.
Algebra 1,

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,

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.
Calculus,

Calculus

I have worked with many students in high school and college classes on single-variable calculus. This includes helping students prepare for AP calculus classes, both AB and BC versions, working through college-level coursework, and also doing independent preparation for calculus outside of a formal class.
Geometry,

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.
Physics,

Physics

Physics is a challenging class because, although the actual number of topics to learn is relatively low, these topics get woven together in varied and complex ways. I do my best to nurture good, general problem solving strategies with my physics tutoring students in order to help them to develop as independent thinkers and scientists.
Precalculus,

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.
SAT Math,

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.
Trigonometry,

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.
Linear Algebra, Prealgebra

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Algebra 1,

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,

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.
Calculus,

Calculus

I have worked with many students in high school and college classes on single-variable calculus. This includes helping students prepare for AP calculus classes, both AB and BC versions, working through college-level coursework, and also doing independent preparation for calculus outside of a formal class.
Chemistry,

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

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.
Physics,

Physics

Physics is a challenging class because, although the actual number of topics to learn is relatively low, these topics get woven together in varied and complex ways. I do my best to nurture good, general problem solving strategies with my physics tutoring students in order to help them to develop as independent thinkers and scientists.
Precalculus,

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.
Prealgebra

Science

ACT Science,

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.
Chemistry,

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.
Organic Chemistry,

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.
Physics,

Physics

Physics is a challenging class because, although the actual number of topics to learn is relatively low, these topics get woven together in varied and complex ways. I do my best to nurture good, general problem solving strategies with my physics tutoring students in order to help them to develop as independent thinkers and scientists.
Physical Science

Summer

Algebra 1,

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,

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.
Calculus,

Calculus

I have worked with many students in high school and college classes on single-variable calculus. This includes helping students prepare for AP calculus classes, both AB and BC versions, working through college-level coursework, and also doing independent preparation for calculus outside of a formal class.
Chemistry,

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

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.
Physics,

Physics

Physics is a challenging class because, although the actual number of topics to learn is relatively low, these topics get woven together in varied and complex ways. I do my best to nurture good, general problem solving strategies with my physics tutoring students in order to help them to develop as independent thinkers and scientists.
SAT Math

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.

Test Preparation

ACT English,

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,

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,

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,

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.
PSAT,

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,

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,

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,

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.
GRE

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Excellent Chemistry Tutor

My 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!

Mary, 3 lessons with Phil

Great tutor

Phil rolled right into helping my son on short notice before a final exam. It was my son’s first time with a tutor and it was greatly appreciated. He dug right into the material and worked through the various problems in a way that sounded supportive, firm and detailed. My son enjoyed working with him.

Elisa, 1 lesson with Phil

Knowledgable and patient tutor.

Phil does a great job explaining AP Calculus. He is very nice and personable and he makes it enjoyable and fun. Phil helped me with problems I was struggling with and I came away with some good takeaway points.

Alli, 3 lessons with Phil

Science ACT - Great Tutor!

Thank you! Our son is improving his Science ACT practice tests after one and now two sessions. We will continue! If you are considering whether to hire Phil or not, I wouldn't hesitate again, personally. He is very knowledgeable, kind, patient but stays on-topic.

Gina, 8 lessons with Phil

Knowledgeable and professional

Very knowledgeable in the subject. Did a great job of review and explanation. Looking forward to further assistance. Very accommodating to my schedule. Thanks.

Rick, 1 lesson with Phil

Very knowledgeable, great tutor

Phil helped our son tremendously with high school math and physics which assisted with a great ACT score and ultimate acceptance into OSU. Phil was wonderful, timely and flexible with schedules. Phil is a pro and we would definitely recommend him for your tutoring needs!

Janet, 56 lessons with Phil

Helpful ACT Tutoring

Philip 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.

James, 3 lessons with Phil

Knowledgable and friendly tutor

Phil 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.

Alexis, 9 lessons with Phil

Wow - clear, concise, great explanations! Chemistry expert!!

Thinking 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.

Jay, 1 lesson with Phil

Great tutor!

I 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:)

Emily, 5 lessons with Phil
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