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The Joy of Math
Joy H.

8,299 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $70
Response time: 10 minutes

About Joy


Bio

Since I'm a former college math professor, you might expect that I always liked math. However, my passion for mathematics actually began when I was in 11th grade. As a homeschooled student, I had a flexible schedule which allowed me to take Algebra II at my local community college. I had an amazing professor who made me realize how fun math is. After that, I decided to major in math. In May 2012, I graduated Summa Cum Laude with my Bachelor's in Mathematics. For the next two years, I tutored...

Since I'm a former college math professor, you might expect that I always liked math. However, my passion for mathematics actually began when I was in 11th grade. As a homeschooled student, I had a flexible schedule which allowed me to take Algebra II at my local community college. I had an amazing professor who made me realize how fun math is. After that, I decided to major in math. In May 2012, I graduated Summa Cum Laude with my Bachelor's in Mathematics. For the next two years, I tutored math at the community college. I realized that I enjoyed sharing my passion for math with others and decided to get my Master's in Mathematics at California State University Fullerton so I could teach at community colleges. While working on my Master's I taught Intermediate Algebra and College Algebra at CSUF. I completed my Master's in the Summer of 2016 and taught at community colleges through 2020. I have taught Algebra 2, Trigonometry, Geometry, Precalculus, College Algebra, and Statistics. I love coming up with new ways of explaining things and watching my students have "lightbulb moments" when they suddenly understand a concept that confused them. I am very patient with my students and love it when they ask lots of questions!

Now that I have decided to focus on tutoring full time, I would love to work with you to show you how fun and easy math can be! Please contact me to schedule a lesson or if you have any questions!


Education

California Baptist University
Mathematics
California State University Fullerton
Masters

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $70
  • Rate details: If the student cancels or reschedules a lesson with less than 24 hour notice, half the lesson fee will be charged.
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required
  • Background check passed on 9/15/2014

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Algebra 1

Algebra 1

I've taught math at the college level so I know how to give students a solid foundation in Algebra I to prepare them for more advanced math classes. As a tutor, my students liked that I was patient and that I had multiple ways of explaining the same concept. I have also edited an Algebra I textbook, which has made me even more familiar with different algebraic concepts and methods of explaining them.
Algebra 2

Algebra 2

I have taught and tutored Algebra II multiple times at the college level. Let me show you how easy factoring can be and how to set up word problems so they are easy to solve!
Calculus

Calculus

I'm not currently accepting new students in Calculus.
Elementary Math

Elementary Math

I learned elementary math using a concept-based approach which helped me to understand math instead of just memorizing what to do. I can help your student understand the basics as well which will help prepare them for high school math and for life.
Geometry

Geometry

I have taught Geometry multiple times at college. I know proofs can be challenging at first but I can help you understand how to use theorems correctly and how to approach proofs to make them easier.
Prealgebra

Prealgebra

I have tutored Prealgebra at college. I enjoy helping to prepare my students for Algebra I by giving them a solid foundation in Pre-algebra.
Precalculus

Precalculus

I have experience teaching Precalculus at the college level and I have also tutored many students in Precalculus.
Trigonometry

Trigonometry

I have taught Trigonometry at the college level. Let me show you how beautiful the unit circle is and how much fun proofs can be!
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Ratings and Reviews


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Reviews

Outstanding! Excellent! Smart! Great teacher!

We are so grateful that our daughter was tutored by Joy this semester. She was barely passing pre-calculus when she began working with Joy and is now earning an A. Joy presented the instruction in such a way that our daughter really understood the concepts. Joy is a smart and talented teacher. Our daughter has ADD so her instruction required additional strategies to keep her focused during tutoring. We were easily able to set up times to meet with Joy. Our experience with working with Joy has been exceptional and we are grateful that our daughter has had the opportunity to work with her.

Vickie, 107 lessons with Joy

Gifted teacher & communicator!

Joy is so very kind and accommodating. She is patient and truly cares that my daughter understands. Joy is incredibly knowledgeable and an excellent teacher. I'm very grateful to have found a tutor that gives my daughter encouragement, confidence & a love of learning.

Mindy, 1 lesson with Joy

Amazing tutor

Joy has been tutoring my daughter in 11th grade math for a few months and it has made a tremendous impact on both her grades as well as her understanding of the material. Joy is punctual, thorough and kind. We couldn't be happier.

Victoria, 6 lessons with Joy

Algebra 1

Algebra 1. My tutor session went well. My tutor was very patient and kind. She answered my questions and took the time to really explain everything to me. I don’t like math but I think I understand a little of what she was showing me.

Cecilia, 1 lesson with Joy

very knowledgeable and patient Tuitor/teacher

My daughter had her first tutor ever, We had Ms. Joy to help her Geometry, she covered the questions my daughter had troubles and problems to figure. She went thru the questions thoroughly and explained to her in detail. We are very happy to have Ms. Joy's help. We will definitely request help from Ms. Joy if my daughter has more questions.

Ella, 1 lesson with Joy

Pre calculus

Joy was awesome. My daughter really enjoyed their session. My daughter talks about how well Joy can explain so she can have a better understanding. She passed her quiz. We’ll have more sessions with Joy.

Chia, 11 lessons with Joy

great tutor...helped my daughter w algebra

Joy helped my daughter with algebra problems factorization ..she was able to understand and apply right away ..thank you for the help Joy

Gerardo, 1 lesson with Joy

Excellent first lesson

So far my daughter has only had one pre calculus lesson with joy, but she loved it. She immediately came to me and said, “I’m getting an A in Pre-calculus. Joy made it sooo easy to understand.” My teen also made sure she thanked me for hiring her; how often do teens say thanks for a tutor? So far so good. We are looking forward to weekly lessons now.

Micolette , 27 lessons with Joy

Excellent tutor

Joy is an amazing tutor. She knows her stuff, flexible and always willing to help. Guided my son in Algebra 2 in which he ended the semester with excellent score.

Mo, 33 lessons with Joy

Great Geometry tutor

She was effective , efficient, and quickly dialed into my son’s specific needs. Super helpful! We’ll be returning and scheduling more sessions for sure. Thanks so much!

Wendy , 5 lessons with Joy
Hourly Rate: $70
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