Park Cities Academic Coaching
Private Math, Science & SAT/ACT Tutoring in Dallas
Personalized, in-person tutoring in Highland Park and the Park Cities, with sessions also available in University Park, Preston Hollow, and online.
Highland Park High School alumnus · Biology degree, The University of Texas at Austin · Hundreds of Dallas-area students
About Sam
A Dallas tutor, raised in Highland Park
Hi, I’m Sam. I grew up in Dallas, went to Highland Park High School, and later earned my Biology degree and Economics minor from the University of Texas at Austin. I started tutoring during college when friends and classmates would ask for help before exams, and I continued tutoring through the rest of college.
Since graduating, I shifted into tutoring full-time and have now worked with hundreds of students across the Dallas area and online. I tutor middle and high school math, biology, chemistry, and SAT/ACT prep.
For many students, the biggest challenge isn’t the material itself: it’s confidence, focus, and staying on track. My strength is coaching students in a way that keeps them engaged, motivated, and consistent.
Subjects
What I tutor
Middle and high school math, science, and test prep, taught one-on-one, at your student’s pace.
Math
- Middle school math
- Algebra I & Algebra II
- Geometry
- Trigonometry
- Pre-Calculus
Science
- Middle school science
- Biology & Pre-AP Biology
- Chemistry & Pre-AP Chemistry
- Earth Science
Test Prep
We begin SAT and ACT work with an official practice test to establish a true baseline score.
- SAT
- ACT
- ISEE: Quantitative Reasoning
- ISEE: Mathematics Achievement
Tutoring Plans
Reserve weekly tutoring
Consistent weekly tutoring, a reserved appointment time, personalized academic support, and convenient automatic billing. Rates for new clients are billed every 4 weeks, not by calendar month.
- Consistent weekly academic support
- A reserved recurring appointment time
- Personalized instruction that builds on previous sessions
- Convenient automatic payments
- Brief parent progress updates where appropriate
School subjects
Math, Science, Chemistry, Geometry, and Academic Coaching
Weekly tutoring
$460
every 4 weeks
$115 per session
- Four 60-minute lessons each 4-week cycle
- One reserved appointment each week
- The usual starting point for most families
Twice-weekly tutoring
$880
every 4 weeks
$110 per session
- Eight 60-minute lessons each 4-week cycle
- Two reserved appointments each week
- A good fit when a student is catching up or wants faster progress
Single lesson
$125
60 minutes
One session at a time
- A flexible option when a recurring plan is not the right fit
- Pay when you book, at a time that has been opened for scheduling
Test prep
SAT, ACT, and ISEE
Weekly test prep
$540
every 4 weeks
$135 per session
- Four 60-minute lessons each 4-week cycle
- One reserved appointment each week
- The usual starting point for most families
Twice-weekly test prep
$1,040
every 4 weeks
$130 per session
- Eight 60-minute lessons each 4-week cycle
- Two reserved appointments each week
- A good fit for a concentrated SAT, ACT, or ISEE plan
Single lesson
$150
60 minutes
One session at a time
- A flexible option when a recurring plan is not the right fit
- Pay when you book, at a time that has been opened for scheduling
How enrollment works
- Select a plan.
- Share your student's subject, grade, neighborhood, and preferred times.
- Sam confirms a recurring appointment time.
- You receive a secure payment link. Payment is collected before the first lesson.
- Recurring lessons are reserved in the scheduling system.
- Billing renews automatically every 4 weeks. You can cancel future renewals before the next renewal date.
These rates apply to new clients. Existing families keep their current arrangements unless otherwise discussed. A recurring plan is set up only after a time is confirmed. Paying for a plan does not, by itself, reserve a weekly time. The time is reserved after payment, when the recurring appointments are booked. Single lessons are $125 for school subjects and $150 for SAT, ACT, or ISEE, and can be booked at times that have been opened for public scheduling.
Getting started
How it works
01
Free consultation
Schedule a complimentary 10-15 minute call. We’ll go over your student’s situation, recommend a plan, and reserve a weekly time if it’s a good fit.
02
Choose a plan
Select a monthly membership or a single 60-minute lesson. Memberships are paid monthly in advance and are designed for consistent, reserved sessions.
03
Weekly sessions
Meet at your home, at The Drey in The Village or the Starbucks on Greenville Avenue, or online. Most sessions are one hour, and most students meet once or twice a week.
Families
What parents and students say
The method
How I actually teach
I work with students the way teachers wish they had time to. We slow down on the exact step that isn’t clicking, rebuild the idea clearly, and then practice it until it sticks. Whether it’s a tough unit in class or a push for a higher SAT score, every session is built around your student’s weaknesses and goals.
A clear process
- Assess: We start by figuring out where your student stands. SAT and ACT students begin with a free official practice test.
- Build a plan: Goals, upcoming tests, and the concepts that need the most attention.
- Teach and practice: We break down difficult ideas, work examples together, and make sure your student can do the problems on their own. No generic worksheets.
- Track and adjust: If the class moves ahead or a test is coming up, we shift the plan so your student stays prepared.
Areas served
In-person across Dallas, and online
I offer in-person tutoring across Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, Preston Hollow, and surrounding neighborhoods. Sessions usually take place at The Drey in The Village or the Starbucks on Greenville Avenue, or in your home if preferred. Online tutoring is also available and works well for many students.
Highland Park
University Park
Preston Hollow
North Dallas
Online
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How does scheduling work?
Start with a complimentary 10-15 minute consultation. We’ll go over your student’s situation, recommend a plan, and reserve a weekly time if it’s a good fit.
Most sessions are one hour. Some students who are preparing for exams or want extra practice book longer sessions, but an hour works well for most. Most students meet once or twice a week. For SAT prep, one session per week combined with assigned homework works well. For students who are catching up in class or aiming for a big score increase, twice a week helps speed things up.
What are the tutoring plans, and how does payment work?
Rates for new clients are billed every 4 weeks, not by calendar month.
School subjects (math, science, chemistry, geometry, and academic coaching):
- Weekly plan: $460 every 4 weeks ($115 per session), four lessons, one reserved appointment each week
- Twice-weekly plan: $880 every 4 weeks ($110 per session), eight lessons, two reserved appointments each week
- A single 60-minute lesson: $125
SAT, ACT, and ISEE preparation:
- Weekly plan: $540 every 4 weeks ($135 per session), four lessons, one reserved appointment each week
- Twice-weekly plan: $1,040 every 4 weeks ($130 per session), eight lessons, two reserved appointments each week
- A single 60-minute lesson: $150
The weekly plan is the usual starting point for most families. To start a recurring plan, submit a short request with your student’s subject, grade, neighborhood, and preferred times. Sam confirms a recurring appointment time, then sends a secure payment link. Payment is collected before the first lesson. Paying does not, by itself, reserve a weekly time. The time is reserved after payment, when the recurring appointments are booked. Billing then renews automatically every 4 weeks until you cancel future renewals. Existing clients keep their current rates unless otherwise discussed.
What is the cancellation policy?
Please give at least 24 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule a lesson or the complimentary consultation. A timely cancellation can be rescheduled during the same 4-week cycle, subject to availability. If a makeup cannot be fitted into that cycle, the lesson is forfeited and does not roll forward. A late cancellation or a no-show counts as a used lesson on a plan, and is charged for a single lesson. You can cancel future renewals before the next renewal date through the Stripe customer portal or by emailing samdallastutor@gmail.com.
How do sessions work?
I work with students the way teachers wish they had time to. We slow down on the exact step that isn’t clicking, rebuild the idea clearly, and then practice it until it sticks. Every session is built around your student’s weaknesses and goals.
We start by figuring out where your student stands (for SAT and ACT students, with a free official practice test), then build a clear plan, teach and practice targeted problems (no generic worksheets), and adjust as classes and tests move forward.
For SAT students, each week comes with a structured homework plan that usually adds up to two or three hours of study time. For school subjects, homework is optional and based on the student’s goals.
Where do sessions take place?
I offer in-person tutoring across Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, Preston Hollow, and surrounding neighborhoods. Sessions usually take place at The Drey in The Village or the Starbucks on Greenville Avenue, or in your home if preferred.
Do you offer online tutoring?
Yes. Online tutoring is also available and works well for many students. In-person sessions in Highland Park and the Park Cities remain the focus, and families can choose the format that fits best.
Ready to begin
Let’s talk about your student
Schedule a complimentary 10-15 minute consultation. We’ll go over your student’s situation, recommend a plan, and reserve a weekly time if it’s a good fit.
Or call 469-797-3588