Welcome To Math Breakthroughs

For parents who want more than just a tutor

Helping Motivated Teens Master Math, Learning, and Themselves

Trusted by families in Marin, the Bay Area, and beyond.

Empower Your Teen

It Starts with Math. It Grows Into So Much More.

Your teen isn’t performing at their best in math—but you know it’s not about intelligence. In my 12+ years as both a math educator and executive coach, I’ve learned that when capable teenagers underperform, the real barriers are almost never mathematical. They’re psychological, emotional, and organizational.

At MathBreakthroughs, we help high-potential teens strengthen both their mathematical thinking and the inner skills that allow them to thrive—like confidence, emotional regulation, and self-advocacy. These are the tools that help students take initiative, engage more fully with their learning, and show up differently at school and in life.

I offer this work virtually to families in Marin, throughout the Bay Area, and across the U.S.

About The Founder

Hi, I'm Marc

I’m a math educator and executive coach with 12+ years of experience tutoring privately and teaching at top Bay Area schools like Marin Academy and Mark Day School. I’m based in Marin County, and I work with families both locally and across the U.S. through virtual sessions that are just as connected and effective as in-person support.

If you’re a teenager: This page is written for your parents, but you can jump straight to the teen page which speaks directly to you.

Trusted by more than 100 students

What Makes This Different

Real Tools for Academic Success and Emotional Growth

Expert Math Instruction

Helps teens build conceptual understanding and critical thinking—so they grasp the “why” behind the math, retain what they learn more deeply, and become stronger, more confident problem-solvers.

Academic Life Coaching

Builds focus, organization, learning strategies, and independence—so teens can manage their workload and take ownership of their progress.

Emotional Regulation & Mindset Support

Reduces stress, helps teens manage academic pressure, and strengthens intrinsic motivation—so they can approach challenges with calm, focus, and greater confidence.

Executive Function Development

Develops lasting skills in planning, prioritization, and follow-through—and helps teens build the resilience to stay engaged with challenges, even when they don’t have the answer right away.

Lasting Growth

What Teens Gain—And Families Notice

Increased confidence and motivation to take on academic challenges
Deeper mathematical thinking and stronger problem-solving skills
Improved emotional regulation — less academic anxiety, better stress management
Stronger study habits that emerge from their own initiative — not from parent reminders
Greater self-advocacy and ownership — teens learn to ask for help, speak up, and engage proactively
Higher standards and a new identity based on what they realize they’re capable of
Critical thinking and learning skills that transfer beyond math

Let’s talk about the best next steps for your teen.

Marc explains things so they just click — now math makes sense.

Ethan

Algebra II Honors

Parent Testimonial

From a parent whose daughter is now at Stanford:

“Marc is not only a math whiz but also very attuned to each individual kid’s needs and how to help them learn most effectively. Marc’s math tutoring and coaching support helped my daughter in many ways throughout high school. She’s now starting at Stanford, her first-choice school. I am forever grateful.” — Peter F., Entrepreneur, Investor, Teen Parent

Want to talk? Our first conversation is complimentary.