TESTIMONIALS:

Lily V.

High School Student

“I cannot recommend Phil high enough for the exceptional assistance and guidance he provided throughout my application process.”

Mischa Z.

College Student at UC Berkeley

“Phil is a true gem and anyone who is fortunate enough to have him as a teacher, will be gifted a deep understanding and appreciation for history.”

College Student at UC Berkeley

Ethan H.

College Student at USC

"Mr. Gordon is one of the smartest individuals I have ever met. He is also extremely kind and warm-hearted. … I had a large advantage compared to my peers when it came to the AP exam, since I had known the events in a much more detailed and profound manner than what was being tested.”

James-Andrew B. H.

Graduate Student

"Phil is one of the best tutors I've ever had. … He is the tutor you need to be successful in high school, undergraduate, and graduate school!"

Jonathan B.

Student at The School of Visual Arts

"Phil has been the wind beneath my wings. He has been at my side during my greatest triumphs as both a person and as an academic and continues to do so."

(4th grade through College)

Katja E.

Parent of three college students

"Phil is an excellent tutor who goes way beyond academics. He dives into each child‘s personality in order to understand how they learn, think and feel.”

Gina C.

Adult Student of English Fluency and Accent Reduction

“Phil is a great tutor. He is very clear and is very understanding.”

Debbie B.

Parent of Student

"For me as a single parent, Phil is the person who helped me navigate options that were in Jonathan's best interest. When you see your child's personal growth and self esteem increase, there's a sense of peace that you've given your child what they needed to achieve and help find their way."

Honey T.

Adult Farsi Student of English Fluency and Accent Reduction

"I worked with Phil Gordon for two years. He improved both my English and my pronunciation. He is an excellent teacher."

Rojan G.

Adult Farsi Student of English Fluency and Accent Reduction

"Phil has diverse knowledge about different topics and this quality of his makes English class fun and enjoyable."

Amir M.

Adult Farsi Student of English Fluency and Accent Reduction

"I worked with Phil Gordon for two years. He improved both my English and my pronunciation. He is an excellent teacher."

H.T.

Adult Farsi Student of English Fluency and Accent Reduction

“I truly enjoy and benefit from Professor Gordon’s classes, and I highly recommend his classes to students from entry to advanced levels.”

Maria C.

Adult Spanish Student of English Fluency and Accent Reduction

"My husband and I have been working with Phil Gordon for more than three years. He is a pleasure to work with. He has done a wonderful job helping us with accent reduction. We strongly recommend his services."

philip gordon

"the best tutor in los angeles"

-James-Andrew H.

Specialty Subjects

HIGH SCHOOL
COLLEGE
PARENTS
ADULT ENGLISH SPEAKERS
FARSI SPEAKERS
SPANISH SPEAKERS

I provide 45 years worth of expert coaching in all subjects of History and English for high school, college, and graduate students.

I am also uniquely successful in preparing high school students for their English & History AP Tests. In addition, I am one of the foremost teachers of English Language, usage, and accent reduction for speakers of Farsi and Spanish.

Parent Testimonials

I establish strong relationships with the parents of my students to satisfy their needs as well as the needs of their children.

Parental involvement in the educational process is one of my foremost concerns.

Student Success Stories

Under my guidance, my students have been excepted at the most prestigious universities in America. I have also raised the test scores of my students where they have achieved high rates of college and universities acceptance.

In the area of English-Language instruction, I have enabled speakers of Farsi and Spanish to be functional and comfortable in their business, home, and educational environments.

My Biography

I am a graduate of Wesleyan University with a year at the Sorbonne in Paris, and graduate school at Princeton University. I am a published author, a produced playwright and screenplay writer, and a professional photographer who has had numerous gallery shows. I am also a computer expert, who has worked for the city of Los Angeles, Imagine Entertainment and City Hospital Association of NY. I now live in Los Angeles.

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