Tornado Tutoring
Tame the Whirlwind of Science and Math with Tornado Tutoring
Meet Dr. Todd Ellis
I help students build confidence in math, science, and standardized testing through patient, personalized instruction.
After 12 years of teaching physics, meteorology, and science education at SUNY Oneonta and Western Michigan University, I now work one-on-one with students from middle school through college.
Whether your student needs course support, AP preparation, SAT prep, or help rebuilding confidence, I meet them where they are and help them move forward.
Our Services
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Tutoring
Need support with a class? I've got you covered! I can offer homework support, study strategies, clarify lecture material, term projects, and help with executive function planning (setting deadlines, managing workloads, and more!). If you're not getting enough out of your classes, I can help you dive deeper into the subject with extension and enrichment activities to keep you engaged.
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College Admissions Coaching
Starting around 9th grade, you should begin thinking about your next steps in education!
I can help you with many aspects of the process, from identifying your goals, gathering material for admissions, drafting outstanding essays, and strategizing college or trade school visits!
Ready to check my availability? Interested in something else? Contact me and let's discuss options!
Client Testimonials
Before working with Dr. Ellis, math was something I really struggled with. I would get frustrated and often felt like I just couldn’t understand it, no matter how hard I tried. But from the very beginning, he made me feel comfortable and supported.
What helped the most was how patient Dr. Ellis was. If I didn’t understand something, he would explain it again, and in a different way, until it finally clicked. There was never any pressure or judgment, just encouragement and strategies that actually worked for me.
Thanks to Dr. Ellis, I feel much more confident in math. I’ve improved a lot, and I no longer dread math. I’m really grateful for everything he’s taught me!
Before working with Dr. Ellis, math was something I really struggled with. I would get frustrated and often felt like I just couldn’t understand it, no matter how hard I tried. But from the very beginning, he made me feel comfortable and supported.
What helped the most was how patient Dr. Ellis was. If I didn’t understand something, he would explain it again, and in a different way, until it finally clicked. There was never any pressure or judgment, just encouragement and strategies that actually worked for me.
Thanks to Dr. Ellis, I feel much more confident in math. I’ve improved a lot, and I no longer dread math. I’m really grateful for everything he’s taught me!
Evan U., Algebra student
We are incredibly grateful for the support and guidance provided by Dr. Todd Ellis in helping our child build both confidence and understanding in math.
Before tutoring began, math was a constant source of frustration and discouragement. Our child often had a fixed mindset that made it difficult to accept help or believe that improvement was possible.
Thanks to Dr. Ellis’s patient approach and his willingness to explain concepts in multiple ways, our child finally began to grasp key ideas that once felt out of reach.
Dr. Ellis took the time to truly understand how our child learns best and adjusted his lessons accordingly. This thoughtful and encouraging approach not only led to better academic performance but also restored our child’s belief in their abilities. We highly recommend Dr. Ellis to any family looking for a dedicated, compassionate, and skilled math tutor.
Dr. Todd Ellis is a rare gem when it comes to teaching. He's a blend of professionalism and passion; genuinely caring that his students understand to succeed. He has a unique ability to explain very difficult, complex concepts at a pace that his stakeholders need. Students are lucky to have someone as brilliant and passionate as Dr. Ellis.
Alyssa S., former student
I enjoyed my SAT prep sessions with Dr. Ellis. They were informative and helped me to raise my SAT score.
Desi S.., SAT student
Heather U., Elementary teacher and parent