ABOUT US
Director and Instructor
Dr. Jeff Rothkopf is a University of Miami graduate with a Ph.D. in Psychology. He is also a published writer, a produced playwright & singer/songwriter and a gifted teacher. Dr. Rothkopf has been teaching individuals and groups professionally since 1983 and has taught at University of Miami, Miami-Dade Community College, local high schools and educational organizations. He specializes in standardized test preparation and college essay writing. Using the same strategies and skills he teaches his students, Dr. Rothkopf has earned scores of 800 (the maximum attainable score) in all sections of the SAT exam. He is a dynamic, involved instructor who uses creativity and humor to make even the most challenging subjects understandable and enjoyable.
Dr. Jeff Rothkopf is a University of Miami graduate with a Ph.D. in Psychology. He is also a published writer, a produced playwright & singer/songwriter and a gifted teacher. Dr. Rothkopf has been teaching individuals and groups professionally since 1983 and has taught at University of Miami, Miami-Dade Community College, local high schools and educational organizations. He specializes in standardized test preparation and college essay writing. Using the same strategies and skills he teaches his students, Dr. Rothkopf has earned scores of 800 (the maximum attainable score) in all sections of the SAT exam. He is a dynamic, involved instructor who uses creativity and humor to make even the most challenging subjects understandable and enjoyable.
Executive Administrator
Michele Rothkopf is a licensed teacher who graduated with a B.S.Ed. from the University of Virginia School of Education. She has over 30 years of teaching experience as a former teacher at Gulliver Academy, in the Miami homeschooling community, and as a private tutor. She is also a college essay coach who has assisted many students in crafting outstanding college essays that were instrumental in helping them gain acceptance to their dream schools. Additionally, Michele is a certified health and life coach, dedicated to the wellness of others and helping them to achieve their life dreams.
Michele Rothkopf is a licensed teacher who graduated with a B.S.Ed. from the University of Virginia School of Education. She has over 30 years of teaching experience as a former teacher at Gulliver Academy, in the Miami homeschooling community, and as a private tutor. She is also a college essay coach who has assisted many students in crafting outstanding college essays that were instrumental in helping them gain acceptance to their dream schools. Additionally, Michele is a certified health and life coach, dedicated to the wellness of others and helping them to achieve their life dreams.
TESTIMONIALS
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"I want to congratulate you for the individual you are and the gift you possess in motivating individuals that come in touch with you. I was at the SAT presentation with my daughter, Christine, held at the (Hampton Inn), and I can see how you inspire and serve as a mentor in people's lives. This is a true gift. I see how you can impact and change someone's life forever. I am very grateful that my daughter had the privilege of getting to know you. Thank you."
Terri Bethencourt, Mother of Christine & Alyssa St. Brendan High School "Good afternoon Dr. Rothkopf, I want to genuinely thank you so much. When I enrolled in your SAT class at first I thought it would be like any other with boring assignments and a boring teacher but the experience was incomparable. Your enthusiasm to teach and humor completely changed my view of this class, along with the numerous skills and methods you taught me throughout the class. I loved it so so so much! I couldn’t have asked for a better teacher and a better result. [You helped to] increase my [already above-average} SAT score by almost 200 points. I can’t explain how happy I was especially knowing that score qualified me for the FAS Bright Futures. [You were] always in a good mood, always put a smile on my face and made the class extremely enjoyable, [which] helped me learn better. When I talked to you one day and I expressed my nervousness and anxiety and stress about the exam you gave me an amazing pep talk and said I would be fine and sure enough that came true. I really really really want to say thank you for all of that. I will continue studying the amazing things you taught me. THANK YOU SO MUCH!"
Maalav Patel, Terra Environmental Research Institute "I liked Dr. Jeff's positive attitude, and his ability to keep students engaged and interested. I like his strategies and the way he explains them. I think that the course is great."
Felipe Pardo de Zela, Belen Jesuit High School "Thank you so much for your help. I felt greatly motivated and encouraged by your kindness, passion, and patience. I feel as though your teaching will greatly boost my chances of acceptance to my dream schools--Brown University and the University of Chicago."
Andrea Contreras, Design and Architecture Senior High (DASH) "Thank you for such an amazing course. Your humor, it makes the course so much more interesting and fun. I have learned things that I wouldn't have learned if I [hadn't] started the course. I will keep the course in my heart always...and use your methods on every exam. Thank you again! I will totally recommend this class to everyone I know!"
Emily Araujo, Coral Reef Senior High School "Dr. Jeff had time for all questions and answered everything. Detailed and helpful."
Vanshi Patel, South Dade Senior High School "It brings me great joy to give you the wonderful news that thanks to YOU, our son is going to receive his Florida Bright Futures scholarship!!!!! Yay!!!! I am planning on visiting you in person to personally shake your hand and THANK YOU for helping my son achieve this enormous goal. Max...is officially college bound. Words cannot express how very happy I am. I will be sending my middle child to your course next year, in the hopes that you can and will do the same for him. In addition, to my middle school parents I plan to spread the “good word” about your course using my own child as testimony that YOU ROCK!!!! I believe part of the success in this course is your personality and ability to connect with students on their level and that’s a really tough thing to do nowadays. I can tell you that Max always talks about how funny you are and how much he enjoys how you taught him. He also told me the tricks you showed him really worked. His words are “he has a very effective teaching strategy and as a person is very entertaining”. Words cannot express how very thankful I am! My hats off to you, Dr. Rothkopf. THANK YOU!!! THANK YOU!!! THANK YOU!!! THANK YOU!!! THANK YOU!!! Your course is worth every penny!!!" Jessica Tamayo, Mother of Max Coral Reef Senior High School "It wasn't boring at all...entertaining and easy to learn."
Yasir Zapata, Calusa Prep "Instructor made lessons easy to understand and answered all my doubts. He went the extra mile. I have learned much more and appreciate the empowering emails. [The course was] everything I can ask for."
Andrea Tabora-Mantilla, St. Brendan High School "I love how fun it is!! Never dreaded the class and found the way of teaching super unique and effective! Absolutely loved the course!!"
Sophia Chebli, Homeschooled "I went up 320 points from my last SAT Test!"
Emanuel V., School for Advanced Studies |
"It was very helpful, and taught me a lot. It also really improved my SAT score. I also loved the jokes makes as it kept me involved and (helped me to) stay focused...I've learned a lot and really appreciate this class. Thank you so much, Dr. Rothkopf. You've really been an amazing teacher!"
Sanjana Chittlur, Seminole High School (distant learner/Zoom) "I liked Dr. Jeff's attitude and jokes. You made sure to never make anyone feel less smart or anything bad and kept the class fun...I gained almost 300 points, so thank you, Dr. Jeff, for all your help and push to success."
Samantha Fernandez, Design and Architecture Senior High (DASH) "Thank you so much for your teaching and patience. My daughter's scores improved dramatically from the PSAT (when she started lessons with you) to this past SAT. We will recommend your course to every high school friend we know. "
Socorro Ortiz, Mother of Andrea, Palmer-Trinity High School "Hello Dr. Jeff...I wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for the wonderful course you provided. Your dedication, knowledge, and teaching style have made a significant impact on my learning journey, and I feel truly fortunate to have taken your class. I truly enjoyed your enthusiasm and sense of humor, it made the class so much more fun. I also appreciate the extra effort you put into providing valuable insights and creating an engaging learning environment. Once again, thank you for your exceptional teaching and for making this course such an enriching experience."
Kaylee Rebisz, St. Brendan High School "[Your course] helped me improve a lot!"
Alisa Lindner, Terra Environmental Research Institute "I wanted to thank you for all of your help and everything you taught me over the course of these past few months. I am beyond happy with my SAT score and am proud of myself. I know that I could not have done it without all of your help, so thank you for all you have done for me and for giving me the tools to succeed in the future. I truly enjoyed my time in your class and wish you the best."
Isabella Delgado, Coral Reef Senior High School "I liked how [the course] wasn't stressful. It was almost a stress reliever. All the tips have helped me."
Camila Carballo, Our Lady of Lourdes Senior High School "I just wanted to thank you for all of your help these last 2 years with the SAT and ACT. Even though they are over now, your classes will remain great memories and your songs and dances are unforgettable. I will never forget your clever jokes and your "interesting" sense of humor. With your help I was able to get accepted to UCF, USF, FSU, Penn State, Boston University, Boston College and Wake Forest University which I will be attending in the fall. None of which would have been possible without your help and your lessons. Thank you again for everything you taught me. You have made a lasting impression on my life, and I truly value everything I learned."
Blair Bryce, Felix Varela Senior High School "I liked how the majority of information was useful. The methods you used stuck in my head."
Krystal Fajardo, Terra Environmental Research Institute "You have been the best teacher I have ever had. Thank you again, Dr. R."
Francarlos Hernandez, G. Holmes Braddock Senior High School "I wanted to first say thank you so much for all of the knowledge and techniques you passed on to my daughter! We are so happy she took your course. It’s been a great study guide. She’s learned so many new ways to look at tests and reason through things she’s not so sure of. Really spectacular!
Ive Zaitman, parent of Sophia Miami Palmetto Senior High School "Thank you so much for your dedication teaching the class!! You are an amazing teacher!!
Lily Sanchez, parent of Gabriela Miami Arts Studio "I liked how passionate Dr. Rothkopf was about teaching us and how interesting and fun he made the class...because Dr. Jeff was energetic all throughout, class length wasn't a big problem."
Bhavya Kumar, Doral Downtown Charter "Mr. Rothkopf's personality and fun energy made the course stand out from every other tutoring course I have ever taken. I literally started crying at the end of [the last class] with all your extra tips. I feel like I have accomplished so much! Thank you!"
Grace Verde, Gulliver Preparatory |
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