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Josh M.

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430 hours tutoring

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Innovative Learning Specialist Featured as a Wyzant Top Tutor
Innovative Learning Specialist Featured as a Wyzant Top Tutor
Josh M.

5.0 (111 ratings)

430 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
5.0 (111 ratings)

430 hours tutoring

Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee
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Josh is very passionate about helping students succeed. He has extensive experience tutoring and teaching online and at many private schools and homeschooling organizations in the Los Angeles area for the past 15 years, including, Bridges Academy, Learn Beyond the Book, Campbell Hall, Windward School, New Roads, Learn Beyond the Book and Westmark. He has also tutored students who attended Pierce College, CSUN, Harvard Westlake, Brentwood, Notre Dame, and Crespi. He has taught literature,...

Josh is very passionate about helping students succeed. He has extensive experience tutoring and teaching online and at many private schools and homeschooling organizations in the Los Angeles area for the past 15 years, including, Bridges Academy, Learn Beyond the Book, Campbell Hall, Windward School, New Roads, Learn Beyond the Book and Westmark. He has also tutored students who attended Pierce College, CSUN, Harvard Westlake, Brentwood, Notre Dame, and Crespi. He has taught literature, creative writing, essay writing, life skills, drama, film, and Shakespeare classes to students of all ages. He also specializes in helping students who have learning disabilities and behavior challenges, such as Dyslexia, Autism, ADD, and Aspergers syndrome. Josh incorporates life coaching skills into his process of working with students, in order to assist with organization, scheduling, executive functioning, time management, social skill improvement, and motivation. Additionally, he also works with students on college essay writing and prepares students for the SAT and ACT Exams. He has a B.A. from Sarah Lawrence College in writing and also studied at The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art and at Oxford University.

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Education

Sarah Lawrence College
B.A. in Writing
Oxford University
Other
London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art
Other

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $150
  • Rate details: There are discounts for groups. Limited scholarship rates available. Please reach out to learn more.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 1/14/2014

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Art

Film,

Film

As a filmmaker I wrote, directed, and produced four short films that played at festivals worldwide and won several awards. My short film Dystopia was Oscar eligible and received international distribution through Shorts International/ Shorts HD. I played at Hollyshorts, Hollywood Shorts, San Diego Film Festival, Santa Cruz Film Festival (Winner Best Actor), The Hollywood Film Festival, Orlando, Tacoma, Central Florida, and many others. I taught Shakespeare on Film, a multidisciplinary approach to Shakespeare and film at Windward School, a private school in West Los Angeles. I have also studied with Joan Scheckel, participating in her master class and was invited to participate in her filmmaking lab, where I worked with Robin Swicord, Nick Kazan, Cindy Chupack, Dorian Frankle, and many others.
Theater,

Theater

I received my B.A. in theater from Sarah Lawrence College in New York. I also studied at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art and the British Academy of Drama at Oxford University. I have studied with some of the most world renowned acting teachers in the world: Larry Moss, Wynn Handman, Harold Guskin, Catlin Adams, and Joan Scheckel. I have extensive theater credits in Off Broadway, New York, Regional and Los Angeles. I have taught acting workshops all over the country through being a member of the National Shakespeare Company where I performed The Tempest and As You Like It.
Art History

Business

Career Development,

Career Development

I work with many students on life coaching and preparing for the professional world. My work in this area includes resume writing, job interview skills, career counseling, organization, applying for jobs, marketing strategies, and helping students with career plans and actions. I help students transition to the professional world, by developing a unique approach to instill confidence, motivation, discipline, and clarity into their work ethic and personality. It gives me great joy when my students grow, learn, and achieve success.
Public Speaking

Public Speaking

I have been an actor most of my life. I have also taught acting to students of all ages, ranging from Elementary School Students to Adults. I taught Performing Shakespeare masterclasses throughout the United States while I was on tour with the National Shakespeare Company. I also taught a class at Windward school in Shakespearean performance. I help students with public speaking during tutoring sessions and have been doing this for 5 years. I have acted in over 50 productions in New York, Los Angeles, London, and across the country. I also trained at The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art and at Oxford University.

Corporate Training

Career Development,

Career Development

I work with many students on life coaching and preparing for the professional world. My work in this area includes resume writing, job interview skills, career counseling, organization, applying for jobs, marketing strategies, and helping students with career plans and actions. I help students transition to the professional world, by developing a unique approach to instill confidence, motivation, discipline, and clarity into their work ethic and personality. It gives me great joy when my students grow, learn, and achieve success.
Public Speaking,

Public Speaking

I have been an actor most of my life. I have also taught acting to students of all ages, ranging from Elementary School Students to Adults. I taught Performing Shakespeare masterclasses throughout the United States while I was on tour with the National Shakespeare Company. I also taught a class at Windward school in Shakespearean performance. I help students with public speaking during tutoring sessions and have been doing this for 5 years. I have acted in over 50 productions in New York, Los Angeles, London, and across the country. I also trained at The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art and at Oxford University.
ESL/ESOL, Grammar, Proofreading

Elementary Education

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have been tutoring elementary school students for 13 years. I also taught students this age at several private schools in Los Angeles including Westmark School, Bridges Academy and Windward School. I also homeschool students in elementary school and still work at several homeschooling organizations such as Urban Homeschoolers. I have taught kids how to read and write.
Reading,

Reading

Extensive experience in tutoring reading and teaching children how to read for the past seven years
Study Skills,

Study Skills

I have been tutoring for over twelve years and been helping students with study skills this entire time. I use many valuable tools with my students to help them with studying and memorization. I also help build confidence in the student, and focus on what works best for each individual. Drawing on my skills as an actor, I have developed many memorization techniques to help with studying in addition to all the things I learned as a teacher at the top private schools in Los Angeles.
Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary

English

Public Speaking,

Public Speaking

I have been an actor most of my life. I have also taught acting to students of all ages, ranging from Elementary School Students to Adults. I taught Performing Shakespeare masterclasses throughout the United States while I was on tour with the National Shakespeare Company. I also taught a class at Windward school in Shakespearean performance. I help students with public speaking during tutoring sessions and have been doing this for 5 years. I have acted in over 50 productions in New York, Los Angeles, London, and across the country. I also trained at The London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art and at Oxford University.
Reading,

Reading

Extensive experience in tutoring reading and teaching children how to read for the past seven years
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

I have 10+ years of professional experience tutoring for SAT test prep, including the Reading section. Trained with Franklin Education.
Writing,

Writing

Josh is a writing specialist with a B.A. in writing from Sarah Lawrence College. He coaches students on essays, college essays, literature and creative writing. He has been teaching essay writing and creative writing classes for the past 7 years.
ACT English, ACT Reading, English, ESL/ESOL, Grammar, Literature, Proofreading, SAT Writing, Spelling, TOEFL, Vocabulary

History

American History, Art History, Geography, World History

Homeschool

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have been tutoring elementary school students for 13 years. I also taught students this age at several private schools in Los Angeles including Westmark School, Bridges Academy and Windward School. I also homeschool students in elementary school and still work at several homeschooling organizations such as Urban Homeschoolers. I have taught kids how to read and write.
Reading,

Reading

Extensive experience in tutoring reading and teaching children how to read for the past seven years
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

I have 10+ years of professional experience tutoring for SAT test prep, including the Reading section. Trained with Franklin Education.
Study Skills,

Study Skills

I have been tutoring for over twelve years and been helping students with study skills this entire time. I use many valuable tools with my students to help them with studying and memorization. I also help build confidence in the student, and focus on what works best for each individual. Drawing on my skills as an actor, I have developed many memorization techniques to help with studying in addition to all the things I learned as a teacher at the top private schools in Los Angeles.
Writing,

Writing

Josh is a writing specialist with a B.A. in writing from Sarah Lawrence College. He coaches students on essays, college essays, literature and creative writing. He has been teaching essay writing and creative writing classes for the past 7 years.
English, ESL/ESOL, Spelling

Language

ESL/ESOL, TOEFL

Most Popular

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have been tutoring elementary school students for 13 years. I also taught students this age at several private schools in Los Angeles including Westmark School, Bridges Academy and Windward School. I also homeschool students in elementary school and still work at several homeschooling organizations such as Urban Homeschoolers. I have taught kids how to read and write.
Reading,

Reading

Extensive experience in tutoring reading and teaching children how to read for the past seven years
Study Skills,

Study Skills

I have been tutoring for over twelve years and been helping students with study skills this entire time. I use many valuable tools with my students to help them with studying and memorization. I also help build confidence in the student, and focus on what works best for each individual. Drawing on my skills as an actor, I have developed many memorization techniques to help with studying in addition to all the things I learned as a teacher at the top private schools in Los Angeles.
Writing,

Writing

Josh is a writing specialist with a B.A. in writing from Sarah Lawrence College. He coaches students on essays, college essays, literature and creative writing. He has been teaching essay writing and creative writing classes for the past 7 years.
English, ESL/ESOL

Other

College Counseling,

College Counseling

I am a specialist in College Essay writing and have been coaching students for over a decade. I have had students get accepted to Sarah Lawrence College, Chapman University, University of Colorado Boulder, Lawrence University, CSUN, and many others. I also consult with students and parents on what schools would be best and matches their needs.
Study Skills,

Study Skills

I have been tutoring for over twelve years and been helping students with study skills this entire time. I use many valuable tools with my students to help them with studying and memorization. I also help build confidence in the student, and focus on what works best for each individual. Drawing on my skills as an actor, I have developed many memorization techniques to help with studying in addition to all the things I learned as a teacher at the top private schools in Los Angeles.
ESL/ESOL, Geography

Science

Psychology

Special Needs

ADHD,

ADHD

12 + years of Teaching and Tutoring students with ADD and ADHD. I was trained by Dr. Peter Murphy and Daniel Franklin who are two of the leading learning specialists in Los Angeles. In addition to my own private practice, I tutor and teach for Bridges Academy and Westmark School, which are both private institutions for students with learning differences.
Dyslexia,

Dyslexia

I was trained by Dr. Peter Murphy and Daniel Franklin who are two of the leading learning specialists in Los Angeles. My tutoring practice consists of students with many dyslexic students in elementary, middle, and high school. I also tutor and teach for Bridges Academy and Westmark School, which are both private institutions for students with learning differences and Dyslexia. I have worked At Westmark School for the past four years, where I have tutored and taught students of all ages from K-12. I use the Rewards reading program and a variety of other techniques that help the students overcome their processing issues. I also work with closely with the International Dyslexia Association and their president, Laine Donnell.
Special Needs,

Special Needs

I was trained by Dr. Peter M. and Daniel F. who are two of the leading learning specialists in Los Angeles. My tutoring practice consists of students with learning disabilities and that is my preferred niche. I also tutor and teach for Bridges Academy and Westmark School, which are both private institutions for students with learning differences and Dyslexia. I have tutored kids with Autism, Dyslexia, OCD, Aspergers, ADD, ADHD, Fragile X, and many others. Throughout my 5 year practice, I have tutored and taught plethora of students with Dyslexia. Having Dyslexia myself, and having overcome it through wonderful teachers and self discipline, I believe I am an ideal candidate to work with students with Special Needs.
Study Skills

Study Skills

I have been tutoring for over twelve years and been helping students with study skills this entire time. I use many valuable tools with my students to help them with studying and memorization. I also help build confidence in the student, and focus on what works best for each individual. Drawing on my skills as an actor, I have developed many memorization techniques to help with studying in addition to all the things I learned as a teacher at the top private schools in Los Angeles.

Summer

Elementary (K-6th),

Elementary (K-6th)

I have been tutoring elementary school students for 13 years. I also taught students this age at several private schools in Los Angeles including Westmark School, Bridges Academy and Windward School. I also homeschool students in elementary school and still work at several homeschooling organizations such as Urban Homeschoolers. I have taught kids how to read and write.
Reading,

Reading

Extensive experience in tutoring reading and teaching children how to read for the past seven years
Study Skills,

Study Skills

I have been tutoring for over twelve years and been helping students with study skills this entire time. I use many valuable tools with my students to help them with studying and memorization. I also help build confidence in the student, and focus on what works best for each individual. Drawing on my skills as an actor, I have developed many memorization techniques to help with studying in addition to all the things I learned as a teacher at the top private schools in Los Angeles.
Writing,

Writing

Josh is a writing specialist with a B.A. in writing from Sarah Lawrence College. He coaches students on essays, college essays, literature and creative writing. He has been teaching essay writing and creative writing classes for the past 7 years.
ESL/ESOL, GED

Test Preparation

Career Development,

Career Development

I work with many students on life coaching and preparing for the professional world. My work in this area includes resume writing, job interview skills, career counseling, organization, applying for jobs, marketing strategies, and helping students with career plans and actions. I help students transition to the professional world, by developing a unique approach to instill confidence, motivation, discipline, and clarity into their work ethic and personality. It gives me great joy when my students grow, learn, and achieve success.
College Counseling,

College Counseling

I am a specialist in College Essay writing and have been coaching students for over a decade. I have had students get accepted to Sarah Lawrence College, Chapman University, University of Colorado Boulder, Lawrence University, CSUN, and many others. I also consult with students and parents on what schools would be best and matches their needs.
SAT Reading,

SAT Reading

I have 10+ years of professional experience tutoring for SAT test prep, including the Reading section. Trained with Franklin Education.
ACT English, ACT Reading, GED, SAT Writing, SSAT, TOEFL

Ratings and Reviews

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The best teacher I have ever had!

I have had Josh as a private teacher, as well as in a classroom, for almost eight years now, and he has been an astounding, breathtaking and unparalleled teacher and mentor, without a doubt the best I've ever had! He has taught me creative writing and literature, and his advice as well as subject matter has never gotten stale or repetitive, as he always finds new, inspiring angles from which to discuss and analyze writing, as well as the ways I could improve. His gigantic talent in acting would add so much to the experience, as he would apply his skills to reading literature, especially Shakespeare, so it would feel like a private stage performance, with everything coming alive and him as the solo performer. Learning from him is a true privilege! But not only is Josh hugely talented, educated and knowledgeable about what he talks about, he is also tactful and inspiring to each of his students individually having a unique approach to everyone depending on who they are and their level. Each class with Josh is something to look forward to, a joyful treat full of wisdom and unforgettable advice!

Marianna, 1 lesson with Josh

From an F to an A

My son was really struggling in English. So much, we were already planning on retaking the class in the summer. After just a few lessons, Josh had my son feeling so much more confident in writing and learning the material. Now he’s on track to pass the class with an A!

Melissa, 9 lessons with Josh

5 star tutor!!

Josh has been a very knowledgeable and patient tutor. He has been helping me work on my essay and I am very grateful for his tailored and personalized plans for framing and editing my project. He is very passionate about his work and helping students succeed and excel. I strongly recommend him for any tutoring position.

Bella, 6 lessons with Josh

Such an amazing tutor!

My daughter has been working with Josh on a research paper for her college Freshman English class. She has some learning challenges including dyslexia, and Josh has been wonderful at breaking her project into smaller pieces and working with her on it. She has tried many tutors that have not clicked, and I am so happy we found Josh as she enjoys working with him. I highly recommend Josh and I am so grateful we found him.

Jenn, 8 lessons with Josh

Worth every penny

Josh is an extremely gifted and caring tutor. He is able to convey his genuine desire to help even though it is all taking place via Zoom. From the very moment my son’s session began, you could feel his authenticity and eagerness to help my son refine his public speaking skills. Josh took age into consideration when providing my son with concise, simple suggestions that were realistic and relatable for my son. In just one session Josh was able to impart skills my 12 year old son will benefit from for the rest of his life. Thank you again Josh for sharing your many talents and skills with the rest of us.

Marlene, 6 lessons with Josh

College Essay Advisory

I really enjoyed Josh’s help. He’s a very smart tutor with a lot of writing experience. I’m glad I asked him help for my USC essay. It has been my dream school since I was a kid, I’m glad I got to work with him. Highly recommend!

Miles, 7 lessons with Josh

Exceptional

Josh has been an immense help to my son, not only in his acting but also in his writing. Through Josh's methods and guidance, my son experienced a remarkable breakthrough in expressing himself both verbally and in written form.

Josephine, 36 lessons with Josh

inspirational teacher

Josh is an important source of inspiration for my son as her gets to know his learning style and overcomes his learning challenges. Josh thinks up great ideas for reading sources, poems, and games. He encourages my son in a unique way that means a lot to my son. Josh provides excellent reviews of my son’s progress at the end of his lesson. I am grateful for Josh’s part in the team of people who are helping my son get to the next level. I recommend him for others in need of inspiration and encouragement

Susan, 37 lessons with Josh

Very hands-on

Josh was able to help my kid get ready for her finals, focusing on both English and History. We were in a time-crunch but made every minute of the tutoring count.

Paty, 4 lessons with Josh

Knowledgable and relatable tutor for learning differences

Josh helped our son who has dyslexia. He encouraged him to read more, in fact they enjoyed reading Shakespeare together. He also would help him with his writing homework.

Laura, 19 lessons with Josh
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