Number sense foundations
- Counting and comparing numbers
- Addition and subtraction fluency
- Place value with tens and ones
- Telling time and measuring
K–8 math tutoring · Massachusetts
Math help that meets your child where they are.
One-on-one tutoring from a certified middle school math teacher. We find the gaps, fill them patiently, and build the confidence to keep going.
- Grades K–8
- In person or online
- Experienced with IEPs
How it works
Getting started takes three steps
- 1
Free consult
A 20-minute call with you (and your child, if they'd like) to hear what's going on in class and at home.
- 2
Quick check-in
In the first session I use a short, low-pressure skills check to see exactly which ideas are solid and which need work.
- 3
A plan that fits
Weekly sessions built around your child's goals, with a short note after each one so you know what we covered.
Services
Support for every stage of K–8 math
Sessions connect to what your child is learning in school and to the Massachusetts math standards.
Building the big ideas
- Multiplication and division facts
- Fractions and decimals
- Multi-digit operations
- Area, perimeter and word problems
Ready for algebra
- Ratios, rates and percents
- Negative numbers and expressions
- Equations and inequalities
- Geometry, area and surface area
MCAS preparation
Homework help
Catching up after falling behind
Summer skill-building
Enrichment for kids who want more
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About me
Hi, I'm Joseph.
I teach middle school math in Massachusetts. Every day I work with students who say they’re “just not math people,” and I’ve seen how much changes once a few missing pieces click into place.
Many of my students are working several grade levels behind or have IEPs, so I’m used to slowing down, finding the real starting point, and using models and visuals until an idea makes sense. Tutoring lets me give undivided attention to one student at a time, focusing on the skills that matter most to them.
Certified teacherMassachusetts public schools
Middle SchoolCurrent classroom teacher
IEP experienceSmall-group skills classes
Classroom know-howHands-on models, visuals & real-world problems
Pricing
Simple rates, no long contracts
Single session
$50 / 45 min
Good for younger students or homework help.
- One-on-one
- In person or online
- Session notes for parents
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Standard session
$65 / 60 min
Time to review, practice and stretch.
- One-on-one
- In person or online
- Session notes for parents
- Practice to do between sessions
8-session package
$480 / 8 × 60 min
Save $40. Best for steady progress over a term.
- Everything in Standard
- Progress check at session 4 and 8
- Flexible scheduling
The first 20-minute consult is always free. Sibling discounts are available; just ask.
FAQ
Questions parents ask
Where do sessions take place?
Online sessions use a shared video whiteboard, so all you need is a laptop or tablet. In-person sessions can meet at your home or a local library within about 15 miles.
When are you available?
Anytime outside of school hours: weekday afternoons and evenings, plus Saturdays and Sundays. Summer has even more open times.
My child is far behind. Can tutoring help?
Yes. Working with students who are behind is a big part of my classroom work. We start from what your child already knows and build forward, so they get wins early.
Do you work with students who have IEPs or 504 plans?
Yes. Share any accommodations that help your child, and I'll build them into our sessions.
What if we need to cancel?
Please give 24 hours' notice and we'll reschedule at no charge. Late cancellations are charged for the session.
How do I pay?
Payment is due at the time of each session or up front for packages. Venmo, Zelle, check and cash are accepted.
Book a session
Let's find the missing piece
Fill out the form and I'll reply within one school day to set up a free consult.
Prefer email? Write to:
hello@missingpiecemath.com