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Patient & Effective College Math Professor | Calculus, Stats & More
Joshua R.

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Hi! My name is Josh, and I am a math professor at Pasadena City College with more than 15 years of teaching and tutoring experience.

I specialize in Algebra, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus, and Statistics. I also have extensive experience helping students prepare for the math portions of the SAT, ACT, GRE, and GMAT.

I know math can feel frustrating when one confusing topic begins affecting everything that comes after it. My goal is to find where the confusion starts and explain the...

Hi! My name is Josh, and I am a math professor at Pasadena City College with more than 15 years of teaching and tutoring experience.

I specialize in Algebra, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus, and Statistics. I also have extensive experience helping students prepare for the math portions of the SAT, ACT, GRE, and GMAT.

I know math can feel frustrating when one confusing topic begins affecting everything that comes after it. My goal is to find where the confusion starts and explain the material in a clear, patient, and practical way.

During a typical session, we will review the main idea, work through examples together, and make sure you can solve similar problems independently. I believe students learn best through a balance of understanding and practice. You should understand why a method works while also knowing what steps to take on your own.

I work with students at many different levels, including students who are struggling, preparing for an exam, or returning to math after a long break. There is no judgment about what you already know. We will start where you are and build from there.

You are welcome to read my student reviews to learn more about my teaching style. When contacting me, please include your course, the topics you are working on, and what you would like help with.

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Education

Cal Poly Pomona
Math
Cal Poly Pomona
Masters
  • Licensed teacher

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  • Hourly Rate: $50
  • Rate details: I charge $20 for cancellations less than 4 hours notice and 1 hour of tutoring for cancellations less than 1 hour or no shows.
  • Lesson cancellation: 4 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 1/16/2014

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ACT Math

ACT Math

The ACT math section is a little different test than the SAT. While working on the ACT more content problems might come up than on the SAT. Also, a knowledge of trig is needed for the ACT and not the SAT. A slightly different strategy might be needed for ACT.
Algebra 1

Algebra 1

Algebra 1 classes represent the core of algebra, these topics will be seen through almost all classes up through calculus. It is necessary to develop a solid foundation of algebra principles here so that later classes will not present problems. Moving up from prealgebra I make sure to focus on the properties of algebra, how to solve equations and more complex problems.
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

Algebra II is a return to an algebra based class, even though it usually follows geometry. Most students need a refresher on the more complex properties of algebra found in previous classes. Also, this is the first time we see more interesting topics such as conic sections, logarithms, trig and others. By now it is expected to have solid algebra techniques developed in algebra I, which is where a lot of students need help.
CBEST

CBEST

In addition to SAT, ACT, GMAT and other test prep tutoring, I also tutor for the CBEST. The CBEST covers algebra, geometry and a lot of standard arithmetic word problems. I focus on how to approach word problems when studying for this test and others like it.
Elementary Math

Elementary Math

As students move through their math studies, a lot of material is forgotten or just not used a lot. Going over the basics again, like fractions, decimals and percents can play a large part in success for algebra and beyond. If a student is seeing this material for the first time I try and make sure that they feel comfortable and natural with topics like fractions.
Geometry

Geometry

As geometry is commonly taken after algebra 1, it is a large deviation from previous topics. Because of this students are commonly confused at the beginning and might not recover well. The idea of a conceptual and non-algebraic proof is somewhere I see a lot of students go wrong. When working with geometry definitions, theorems and postulates play a much larger role than in algebra.
Linear Algebra

Linear Algebra

I have taken some upper level linear algebra classes while at MIT. Also, I took some application specific classes for subjects such as linear programming. I have looked at both abstract classes and applications such as above.
Prealgebra

Prealgebra

When tutoring pre-algebra I try and focus on the different skills needed to excel in algebra. I notice a lot of students need help in topics such as order of operations, using fractions, and the coordinate system. This is class might be the first introduction to variables/unknowns and I try and make sure students are not afraid of these topics.
SAT Math

SAT Math

The PSAT/SAT is a test not just of specific math topics, but an overall knowledge of math expected from High School students. Practicing word problems in addition to "normal" math problems is usually needed to see improved scores. Better testing strategies can help improve scores as well.
Statistics

Statistics

Most statistics classes are a combination of probability and then statistics. I try and focus on some of the common themes, such as finding z-scores and how that relates to different problems. Once that is understood, confidence intervals and hypothesis testing becomes more doable. I tutor AP stats, college stats and some applications in management or business classes.
ACT Science
ASVAB
Calculus
GED
GMAT
GRE
Microsoft Excel
Precalculus
Probability
PSAT
Trigonometry
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The Master of Mathematical Knowledge!

I couldn't have passed my Stats final and class at Mt. Sac without Joshua. He knows his stuff, as I stated in the title, he is the master of any mathematical anything. Joshua helped me a lot with Stat; Math is not my subject, I've usually repeated all math courses during my time at Mt Sac. I often had difficulty in understanding and learning math; but with the help of Joshua knowledge, patience and being able to relate the ideas of hypothesis testing to modern day realities...it helped me understand and be able to solve the problems on my own. I highly recommend Joshua, you won't be disappointed!

Richard, 20 lessons with Joshua

Awesome tutor

Joshua helped my son pass the asvab test. My son had taken it and did not receive a good score so he needed to try again. We searched for a tutor and found Joshua. With his tutoring my son passed the next test with a huge improvement from previous score. We are very thankful that we found Joshua. I highly recommend Joshua and will recommend him to all my friends and family in need of tutoring.

Renee, 8 lessons with Joshua

Great

Very user-friendly for an older learner. One who has not taken a standardized test in over thirty years. Very rarely does one use the math that we learned and forgot in high school? Joshua was very good at helping me revisit those long-lost memories.

Kyle, 1 lesson with Joshua

Knowledgeable Tutor

Joshua helped me with GMAT math and word problems. He is intelligent, patient, and was able to provide multiple explanations when the first explanations went over my head.

Vishal, 1 lesson with Joshua

Very good and flexible

My daughter was having trouble,with her Calculus. Josh was very patient and helped her with the problem areas. I am so grateful as her anxiety with the class eased a bit. We will definitely keep him for other math help.

TK, 1 lesson with Joshua

Pre Calculus

My son's first lesson went very well. Joshua was punctual and kept in contact with us as we approached our first lesson. As I observed the tutoring session, I noticed that Joshua was very knowledgeable and communicated with my son very well. My son enjoyed the experience and is looking forward to future lessons.

Christian , 12 lessons with Joshua

Knowledgeable and Patient

Joshua is doing a great job tutoring and preparing my daughter to retake the ASVAB! He is very knowledgeable and patient.

Kay , 6 lessons with Joshua

Great tutor

Josh is one of the better tutors I've had. He's very patient and is never lost on any of the materials. I've started to understand the subject a lot more since meeting with him.

Emilio, 20 lessons with Joshua

Patient and Accommodating

Josh is knowledgeable with math and accommodating with our changing schedule. He is patient with his teaching to pace his speed with our son's development of the subject understanding. Our son would like to continue using Josh's services.

Don, 7 lessons with Joshua

Great Trig Tutor

Awesome tutor. A tremendous help to my son. We have seen weekly improvements in test scores and homework. Sessions are very productive.

Cheryl, 22 lessons with Joshua
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