Challenge-Focused Tutoring

Math That
Makes Sense

I don't just help students get the right answer—I teach them how to think through problems they've never seen before.

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Joshua Smith
Graduated HS at
16
5+
Countries
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Problem-Solving First

Teaching middle school students to tackle problems they've never seen before

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Engineering Mindset

Systematic thinking from a mechanical engineering student

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World-Schooled

A global perspective on personalized learning

A Different Approach to Middle School Math

Most tutors help kids get the right answer to problems they've seen before. I teach kids how to think through problems they've never seen before. That's the difference between memorizing math and actually understanding it.

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Testimonials

Real stories from families who've seen their child's confidence and grades grow.

“I enjoyed his push to challenge me which helped me enhance my study habits and overall get me more ready for middle school. I learned about reciprocals ahead of time to help me when I needed it at school.”

- 6th Grade Student

“Joshua does a great job of balancing the student learning needs and challenging them with new material.”

- Dave Field, Parent

“I like how Joshua makes fun challenges, and if I got a math problem wrong he would not be mad. Joshua taught me how to do long division 100%”

- 5th Grade Student

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