"My name is Josh. I tutored at the community college level for four years specializing in introductory arithmetic and algebra. My tutoring approach is simple: work hard with you until you get it. We are in it together. I focus on individualized attention, not meeting an arbitrary time standard. If you need longer to go over something, so be it. I once had a student at community college who I’ll call Jim. Jim got so frustrated with algebra 1 that he threw his textbook out the window. Yet, I spent hours with Jim week after week in the college tutoring center, and he eventually passed algebra 1 and moved on to a University program. I have tutored students from ages 16-66 at this level, so, whether you’re in high school and struggling with algebra for the first time or you’re back in school after a long layoff and haven’t seen math in a while, I can help you.

Additionally, I graduated with a degree in natural sciences from the University of Pittsburgh in December 2023 with a 3.8 GPA. This degree program allows students to select a science-based subject of emphasis along with supplemental courses. My emphasis was on statistics, which I developed a passion for at Pitt. I ultimately turned that passion into a podcast, NBA Retrospective, where I chronicle past NBA seasons from a statistical standpoint. Therefore, I can tutor statistics as well should you need help in that area.

Ultimately, my goal is to help you understand the material well enough to get to your next step, whether that’s earning a passing grade in high school, completing a gen-ed requirement for college, or indulging personal interest. While you will find tutors with greater academic credentials than me, remember the quote I heard from Minnesota football coach PJ Fleck: “nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care.” Advanced credentials of a tutor will not make you a better student. Working hard with a tutor who cares will. Contact me on Wyzant if you need help. I look forward to working with you." less...