Crossroads Tutoring -

Ella Penaranda

When I first met Stephen, I was a struggling senior in high school navigating AP Calculus AB. I was fortunate enough to be introduced to him through a friend, and let me just say, he definitely saved my grade and helped me score high on the AP Exam. I used to be absolutely horrible at calculus, but after working with Stephen, I not only gained a solid grasp of the basics but also a new friend.

What truly sets Stephen apart as a tutor is the genuine connection he builds with his students. He took the time to get to know me as a person, which made our sessions not only productive but enjoyable. His teaching style focuses on understanding the 'why' behind the concepts rather than just memorizing how to solve problems. This deeper approach helped me develop a critical thinking mindset that has benefited me beyond just calculus.

Thanks to Stephen's support, I gained confidence in my abilities and a newfound appreciation for math. I can't recommend him enough for anyone looking for a tutor who truly cares and makes a lasting impact!

Florence Miquel

Stephen has tutored my son for a couple of months to help him move up his grade. He was extremely dedicated. He is also passionate about math and is willing to share his passion with his students. Always punctual, communicates very well. I definitely recommend Stephen as a math tutor!

Ellie Hoang

Crossroads Tutoring is absolutely fantastic! Stephen has a remarkable ability to break down complex concepts into easy-to-understand steps, making even the most challenging problems seem manageable. His patience and encouragement have boosted my confidence, and I've seen a significant improvement in my grades since I started working with him. Stephen always ensures that I grasp each topic thoroughly which has lead me to success. Additionally, he has made learning fun with his energetic and creative teaching style, often incorporating games and real-life examples that keep me interested and motivated. You don’t need Mathnasium or Kumon, you need Crossroads tutoring which will 100% guarantee that you will succeed in Math. Stephen is a wonderful tutor with a positive attitude, who always makes learning fun and engaging. Overall, his dedication, expertise, and fun approach has made a huge difference in my understanding and appreciation of math. 1000% recommend.

andy hoang

I had the pleasure of working with Steven as a private tutor for my 2 daughters and the experience has been outstanding. From the outset, Steven demonstrated a deep understanding of the subject matter and a genuine passion for teaching. His ability to explain complex topics in a clear and relatable manner made learning enjoyable and effective for my daughters.(even during summer break!)

Steven tailored each session to address my daughter specific needs and learning pace. Despite my high acumen in math during my high schools and collegiate years, even I struggled mightily trying to answer some of my daughter's questions in math. Yet, Steven's personalized approach helped her grasp difficult concepts and significantly improved her confidence in advanced math.

Admittedly, what truly sets Steven apart from myself as a tutor is his patience, encouagement, and knowledge of the subject. In my defense, it has been over 20 years since i opened up a math textbook.
Steven has created a supportive and positive learning environment, which I hope will give my kids the confidence to achieve their academic goals this upcoming school year.

Samantha Bell

If it wasn’t for Cross Roads tutoring I wouldn’t have been able to graduate from UCSD. I was struggling with calculus and had no choice in taking it because I was part of Revelle College. I had tried many other tutoring programs and I was scared because nothing was really sticking. I was referred to Cross Roads Tutoring by a fellow student at the time and was super impressed immediately by the customer service and commitment to my success. I ended sticking with them until the end of the year through calculus I and calculus II. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

Destinee Pham

I had always struggled with math. Numbers, equations, and formulas seemed like an insurmountable wall that I could never climb over. That is, until I met stephen. This is a heartfelt testament to the extraordinary impact he had on my life and academic journey.
They had a way of making me feel at ease, which was essential for someone like me who had built up a significant amount of anxiety around math. Their enthusiasm for the subject was infectious, and I began to feel a glimmer of hope that maybe, just maybe, I could conquer this subject with their help.

What sets Stephen apart from other tutors is their unique and effective teaching style. They have a remarkable ability to break down complex concepts into understandable chunks. Instead of just memorizing formulas, stephen emphasized understanding the underlying principlea such as the Pythagorean theorem and the correlation to the unit circle and distance formula and even the quadratic formula. 10/10!!!!

He even helps with financial planning, budgeting, career help, and organization!!!!

Son Nguyen

Stephen is a wonderful tutor who’s been tutoring my daughter for a few years and not only are her grades are amazing but her character and personality have exceeded as well.

Deana Carter

Stephen is an absolutely fabulous tutor. I hired him while getting my MBA. Because of him, I graduated with honors ?. I could not have done it without him.