Top Tutors serving Philadelphia

Christine: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...taught adults in a community course and ran a tutoring center at a community college. I have also volunteered presenting German instruction at preschools and elementary schools on special celebrations for my children's classes. I have used a variety of teaching techniques but I generally use lively, hands-on methods, and I feel that learning through stories and physical responses greatly improves success in communication. Beyond tutoring, my interests include hiking and nature, environmental issues, reading,...
Education & Certification
Gettysburg College - Bachelor in Arts, German

Alice: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...majoring in Sociology and minoring in Child and Family Studies and Education. I am currently wrapping up my teaching certification program teaching American History in a Philadelphia public school. I have extensive experience teaching and tutoring English, History and essay writing with elementary, middle and high school students. I strongly believe learning is a collaborative, student directed process and I love helping students acquire long-term learning skills. My favorite part of teaching is watching students...
Education & Certification
Bryn Mawr College - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology/Education/Child & Family Studies
SAT Writing: 720

Laura: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...training as an essay tutor. I also volunteered at the International Center on campus as an English language tutor. I am fluent in Spanish and Russian having studied Russian at Middlebury College's intensive summer immersion program. I have used my Bachelors in neuroscience in hospital and laboratory settings since graduation in 2012 and love following the latest research. My goals in tutoring are to help students break down overwhelming material into manageable pieces, to see...
Education & Certification
Franklin and Marshall College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience

Sarah: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...the test and watching science happen before my eyes. I started out as a math tutor because I have always had a love for math and "playing" with numbers. I love to take my different way of thinking to help students understand various concepts. When I'm not in the lab or helping out other students, I can be found at our local firehouse volunteering. I have been a firefighter for about six years now and...
Education & Certification
Arcadia University - Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Arcadia University - Master of Science, Forensic Science

Jake: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...University, University of Miami, University of Michigan and New York University. A great tutor customizes instruction for the particular needs of the student. One must quickly diagnose the main areas the student needs to improve, so as not to waste time. A great tutor can see outside the box and be flexible enough to explain the same concept in a variety of ways, depending on the needs of the student. A tutor must be more...
Education & Certification
Bard College - Bachelor in Arts, Classics
Univiserty of Michigan - PHD, Classics

Devon: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...my primary focus is Latin tutoring, though my extensive experience with academic writing/reading and the research I have conducted in French enable me to offer help in those areas as well. My concentration in linguistics has often helped me show students ways to connect with language and writing that fit their own experiences. For students struggling with Latin, I offer help with paradigm memorization & I offer guidance and practice reading Latin. I am happy...
Education & Certification
Ursinus College - Bachelor in Arts, Classics, Linguistics
Cambridge University - Unknown, Classics

Edwin: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...continue to pursue a mission of education and providing a venue for anyone to receive help in understanding science. I believe science literacy is incredibly important in our modern society. I have ten years of experience teaching middle school science and a degree in chemistry education from the University of Delaware. My experience has allowed me to develop a variety of strategies to appeal to multiple learning styles and hopefully help any student persevere over...
Education & Certification
University of Delaware - Bachelors, chemistry education

Akash : Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...I am pursuing a degree in Osteopathic Medicine at Rowan University. I enjoy helping others and often find myself tutoring my classmates in basic sciences such as Biology, Chemistry, and Physiology. Although I can tutor a wide range of subjects, my favorite subject would be Algebra. I have dealt with a variety of personalities which makes me versatile. I make complicated concepts easy to understand by using real-life examples and constantly engaging the student with...
Education & Certification
Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Engineering
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey - Unknown, Biomedical Sciences

Douglas: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...intern at my church, working and teaching kids ranging from pre-K to high school. Working with such a wide range of kids taught me how to be flexible with presenting my teaching materials and how to relate with kids from all different stages and walks of life. While I have the most experience teaching history and religious studies, I am also comfortable teaching other topics (math, science, etc.) for elementary and middle school students. I...
Education & Certification
Grove City College - Bachelors, History & Biblical Studies
Princeton Theological Seminary - Masters, Masters of Divinity

Russell: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...have lectured and taught many topics including: Calculus, Trigonometry, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Complex Analysis, Integral Transforms, Fourier Analysis, and Statistics. I graduated from Georgia Institute of Technology with a degree in Applied Mathematics in 2003. I possess a Master's degree in Information Communications Technology and Education from the University of Leeds, a British university. I believe that given the right approach, any student can understand and excel at any level of Mathematics.
Education & Certification
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
University of Leeds - Master of Arts, Information Communications Technology and Education

Aja: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...classes introduce the possibilities of the art by providing examples, asking questions, and allowing students to fill in the blanks. My hope for all of my learners is to help them communicate their own unique perspectives of the world and to acknowledge those perspectives as valid. I have also spent the last three and a half years teaching English online, ages 6-75 (NO, it is never too late to learn)! My classes have covered different...
Education & Certification
The Catholic University of America - Bachelors, Spanish Literature/ Latin American Studies

Anup: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...in Biology and a dual minors in Mathematics and Physics. I have been tutoring for 4 years. I started helping my peers in Calculus and subsequently became a Physics tutor the following year of college. Although I can help with Biology, Physics, Algebra, Geometry Pre-calculus, Calculus and possibly Differential Equations, my favorite subjects to teach/tutor are the high school mathematics up to AP Calculus and Physics. I believe that every person is unique and has...
Education & Certification
Lincoln University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General

Julie: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...and I hope to instill the same passion I have for the written word within all my students! I have been teaching both high school and middle school in Philadelphia for the past five years. I have taught reading intervention and seen many of my students make enormous gains. I am in the process of being certified in the Wilson System of reading, which is a rigorous and research based intervention for students of all...
Education & Certification
Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, Sociology
University of Pennsylvania - Masters, Urban Education
SAT Verbal: 730
SAT Writing: 700

Judith: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...Erie County, PA, and have taught in a number of urban and suburban schools since my family moved to Bucks County. I am PA certified in Biology and General Science, and NJ certified in Biology. I firmly believe science is method of study as well as a body of knowledge, so I try to use all types of educational approaches. I also believe in having fun and laughing while learning. Besides science and teaching, there...
Education & Certification
Villa Maria College/Gannon University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Clarion University - Masters in Education, Science Education
State Certified Teacher

Jacqueline: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...and German from Washington and Jefferson College. While completing my degree, I worked at the local elementary school's after school program. The program was aimed at helping the students improve their math, reading, and social skills. During the fall semester of my Junior year I studied abroad in Vienna, Austria. My four months there were absolutely incredible! It was a phenomenal opportunity for me to improve my skills in German and explore the beautiful continent...
Education & Certification
Washington & Jefferson College - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and German
ACT Science: 31

Cynthia: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...creative, intuitive, patient, and a really great listener. As such, I use these traits as often as possible in order to create an atmosphere of optimal growth. I have two Masters degrees--one in English Textual Studies and one in Philosophy. I am also getting a PhD in Philosophy. I have lived in several different states in the US (PA, FL, MD, CO, CT, and IL), and I have lived in other countries (Peru, Spain, Italy,...
Education & Certification
University of Denver - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy, English Creative Writing
University of Denver - Masters, English Textual Studies, Philosophy

Sydney: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...I tutor. I enjoy figuring out what each student needs and an approach that works for them. I have experience teaching both children and adults. I have done substitute teaching with all age levels. I was the youth coordinator for a teen youth group and tutored adults at Community College of Philadelphia. I am also the mother of three school aged children and received a degree in Forestry and Wildlife from Virginia Tech. More recently,...
Education & Certification
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University - Bachelors, Forestry and Wildlife

Ben: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...in Classical Language and Literature and from Oxford University (MSt) in Classics. My academic background includes a large amount of reading, analysis, and writing, which are suited to the SAT preparation. I especially love teaching Latin; over the past four years I have helped students master grammar and translation, while transferring my enthusiasm for the language and literature itself. I work very hard to make sure that my students make progress! In order to make...
Education & Certification
Haverford College - Bachelor in Arts, Classical Languages and Literature
University of Oxford - Masters, Classical Languages and Literature
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800

June: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...algebra, but I am also very comfortable assisting with biology, chemistry, and other science topics. My past students have expressed their appreciation for my ability to restate the same concept or idea in different ways, by using analogies, comparisons, etc. It has come to be extremely helpful when learning both familiar and unfamiliar subjects. I believe any student can do well in any academic area, as long as they are fearless in exploring what they...
Education & Certification
University of Pittsburgh - Bachelors, Biology, Sociology

Hunter: Philadelphia tutor
Certified Tutor in Philadelphia, PA
...one goal is to see my students improve. Tutoring is a give-and-take process, and as such I encourage my students to give me feedback regarding my methods, pace, or level of difficulty. I look to challenge my students, but I will always be there to work through any frustration and see to it that they succeed. I've just recently begun tutoring in writing, but I've been a math tutor for six years now. I am...
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Current Undergrad, Economics, Cinema Studies
SAT Math: 740
SAT Writing: 760
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The Philadelphia School System
Did you know the city of Philadelphia has nearly 300 public schools as well as many private schools? The school district was established in the early 1800s and is the eighth largest in the nation, serving more than 130,000 students. As with many of the largest school districts, competition to get into the very best schools can be fierce in Philadelphia.
Here's a breakdown of SAT test scores in Philadelphia. How does your student measure up?
Philadelphia Test Scores
Working with a professional tutor either online or in-home can help you or your student gain a competitive edge. Private tutors in Philadelphia can provide instruction to assist with challenging coursework, difficult homework assignments, or test prep for exams such as the SAT, ACT, ISEE, or PSSA.
The PSSA, or Pennsylvania System of School Assessment, is a standards-based exam given to every student in Pennsylvania in grades 3-8. It covers Math and English Language Arts for third graders. Students in grades 4-8 are also assessed in science.
For many students, these scores can help determine their ability to gain acceptance into their preferred high school. Curious about which high schools are at the top of many parents’ and students’ wish lists? Have a look at the following table:
Philadelphia High School Rankings
High School | Philadelhpia Ranking | State Ranking | AP Pass Rate |
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Julia R. Masterman Secondary School | 1 | 2 | 75% |
Central High School | 2 | 13 | 64% |
Science Leadership Academy | 3 | 16 | Unknown |
Franklin Towne Charter High School | 4 | 72 | 67% |
Carver High School | 5 | 73 | 28% |
Mast Community Charter School | 6 | 92 | 59% |
Academy at Palumbo | 7 | 94 | 24% |
Arts Academy at Benjamin Rush | 8 | 112 | 28% |
Preparatory Charter School of Mathematics, Science, Tech & Careers | 9 | 144 | 79% |
Girard Academic Music Program (GAMP) | 10 | 145 | 28% |
Varsity Tutors can help you find skilled Philadelphia tutors for any learning need. In the high school years, students are laying the foundation for their collegiate careers. It is imperative that students who want to be accepted into one of the most prestigious Philadelphia colleges put forth their best effort during high school. Some of the top Philadelphia colleges are included in the table below.
Philadelphia University Rankings
College | National Rank | Acceptance Rate |
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University of Pennsylvania | 7 | 9% |
Swarthmore College | 31 | 13% |
Haverford College | 38 | 21% |
Bryn Mawr College | 26 | 40% |
Villanova University | 99 | 44% |
Temple University | 202 | 52% |
Drexel University | 222 | 75% |
An expert tutor can work with a student to improve his or her understanding of high school subjects and prepare him or her for the SAT or ACT. They can also help students refine their writing skills, which comes in handy when putting together a worthy admissions essay in pursuit of a spot at their preferred college. With busy schools and overextended instructors, tutoring can be an excellent way to get your student the help required to achieve success. Look at this chart of student-teacher ratios in Philadelphia:
Philadelphia Student-to-Teacher Ratios
Upper Darby Senior High School has a 16 1 student-teacher ratio.
Pennsbury High School has a 15 1 student-teacher ratio.
North Penn Senior High School has a 15 1 student-teacher ratio.
Northeast High School has a 29 1 student-teacher ratio.
Neshaminy High School has a 16 1 student-teacher ratio.
Pennsylvania State Average has a 15 1 student-teacher ratio.
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