Tailored Math Tutoring · Grades 7–12

Math, seen differently.

For the student who has been made to feel that they're “just not a math person.” Together, we rebuild the foundation — and the confidence — that makes math feel like theirs.

Watch Selam explain her approach · 3 min
8
Years teaching
1:1
Always — never group
7–12
Grades served
Aligned
Common Core State Standards
Selam Desta
The Approach
“Everyone has something special to offer this world. I want to work with your child to unlock that something special.”
Selam Desta
Founder · B.Ed. (Hons.) · Texas-Certified Math Teacher
The Difference

Most tutoring acts as a bandaid.
This isn't that.

01
Foundations first

Most tutors teach to the next test. Selam rebuilds grade 7–9 fundamentals so grade 10–12 actually works — no cracks, no collapsing when pressure hits.

02
Confidence over tricks

Memorized shortcuts often fail because they are unreliable. Selam teaches students to trust their own reasoning, rooted in deep understanding — the only skill that transfers to every future problem, in and out of the classroom.

03
At your own, unique pace

Selam doesn’t believe in rushing through content simply to meet a societal deadline. Working at the pace of the student is key — there is no “too slow” or “too fast” when it comes to quality learning.

Curriculum

Works with what your student already has.

While teaching the math content is key, Selam also emphasizes the importance and value of soft skills. This is best done by building on the skills your student already possesses, whether they realize it or not.

Common CoreTEKS (Texas)Your own curriculum
In their words
We want to express our immense gratitude for all your help over the past few years. Our son has gained so much confidence in Math and he has become a better student under your guidance.
Parent of long term tutored student
Thank you for being the coolest math teacher I have ever had! I will always remember the definition of a function thanks to your vending machine reference. You have helped me soooo much this year and made math so much fun and understandable.
Former Grade 11 student
Usually when I finish a class, I immediately forget everything I learned, but your class is probably the only one I’ve actually retained something from. I think I’ll use what you taught me for the rest of my life. So anyway I just want you to know that we all see the care you put into your teaching.
Former Grade 12 student
I wanted to say that you’re genuinely the best teacher I’ve had throughout my whole schooling. I definitely had a real hard time in a lot of school settings, and I found that not only the material and the way you taught the material was amazing, but you’re understanding and the fact is, you were able to connect to us on our level.
Former student of Selam
Simple pricing

Two ways in.

A one-time diagnostic for parents who want clarity. Weekly sessions otherwise. Free intro session either way.

Weekly
Sessions

Let's get to work.

$80
/ hour
  • 60 min sessions, 1:1 always
  • Pay per session, cancel anytime
  • Free 30 min “get to know you” intro
  • Daytime slots for homeschoolers
  • After hours and weekend slots available
  • Adapted to your curriculum
Book your free intro
One-time
Diagnostic

For parents who want clarity.

$150
/ one-time
  • 60 min 1:1 working session with your student
  • 30 min debrief call with the parent
  • Written report on identified gaps, using Common Core State Standards
  • Recommendations on pathway towards success
  • Intentionally designed practice problems to take away
  • Honest fit assessment — even if it’s not us
Request a diagnostic