Subject Tutoring & Academic Coaching

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Unlock your academic potential — one session at a time.

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📞 Lyndsey Dixon  |  858-922-3738 📞 Jon Dixon  |  619-987-7793
Our Process

How It Works

01

Reach Out

Contact Lyndsey or Jon directly, or fill out our quick intake form to get matched with the right tutor for your subject and goals.

02

Assessment

We identify your student's strengths, gaps, and learning style to design a targeted coaching plan that actually moves the needle.

03

Schedule & Pay

Book in-person or virtual sessions on a schedule that works for your family. Pay per session or save with an 8-session package.

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See Results

Track measurable progress each session. Better grades, test scores, and confidence — backed by expert coaching.

The People Behind the Results

Meet Your Coaches

Lyndsey Dixon

Lyndsey Dixon

858-922-3738
Co-Founder & Lead Academic Coach

Lyndsey brings a passion for meeting students where they are and helping them discover their full academic potential. With years of experience in subject tutoring and test preparation, she specializes in building confidence alongside core skills — because mindset and mastery go hand in hand.

SAT / ACT Prep Mathematics Academic Coaching
Jon Dixon

Jon Dixon

619-987-7793
Co-Founder & Subject Specialist

Jon's approach is rooted in deep subject expertise and a results-driven methodology. His students don't just improve their grades — they develop a genuine understanding of the material that serves them well beyond the classroom. He thrives on the breakthrough moments when concepts finally click.

Science Test Strategy College Prep
Transparent Rates

2025–2026 Pricing

Current academic year schedule

Most Popular
In-Person
Private · 55 minutes
Per Session $135
8-Session Package $975
Savings $105
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Flexible
Virtual
Private · 45 minutes
Per Session $115
8-Session Package $805
Savings $115
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Areas of Expertise

Subjects Covered

Mathematics Algebra I & II Geometry Pre-Calculus Calculus Statistics SAT / ACT Prep Science Biology Chemistry Physics English / Writing Reading Comprehension Study Skills Test Prep Executive Function
Student Success

Where Our Students Go

Our students have gone on to attend some of the nation's most competitive universities.

UC SAN DIEGO TRITONS
UC BERKELEY Cal
UCLA
USC TROJANS
STANFORD UNIVERSITY
NYU NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
UC SANTA BARBARA GAUCHOS
BOSTON UNIVERSITY
TULANE UNIVERSITY
UC DAVIS AGGIES
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY
UC SAN DIEGO TRITONS
UC BERKELEY Cal
UCLA
USC TROJANS
STANFORD UNIVERSITY
NYU NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
UC SANTA BARBARA GAUCHOS
BOSTON UNIVERSITY
TULANE UNIVERSITY
UC DAVIS AGGIES
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY
200+
Students Coached
50+
Colleges & Universities
25+
Years of Experience
What Families Are Saying

Real Results

★★★★★ 5.0 average · 40+ reviews
★★★★★

"Lyndsey completely transformed my daughter's relationship with math. She went from failing Algebra II to getting a B+ on her final — and actually enjoying it. We couldn't be more grateful."

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Sarah M.
Parent · 10th Grade · Math
★★★★★

"Jon helped my son raise his SAT score by 180 points in just 8 sessions. His approach is methodical and he really zeroes in on weaknesses fast. Worth every penny."

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David K.
Parent · SAT Prep · Score +180
★★★★★

"My son was accepted to UC San Diego after working with Competitive Prep through junior and senior year. The academic coaching gave him the confidence and study skills that made the difference."

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Linda R.
Parent · College Prep · UCSD Admit
★★★★★

"We tried two other tutors before finding Lyndsey. The difference was night and day — she actually explains the why behind concepts, not just how to get the answer. My daughter loves working with her."

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Jennifer T.
Parent · 8th Grade · Science
★★★★★

"Virtual sessions work incredibly well — Jon is fully engaged and my son never feels like it's just a screen call. Flexible scheduling is a huge plus for our busy family."

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Michael P.
Parent · Virtual · Pre-Calculus
★★★★★

"I'm a student myself and I wanted to say — Jon is the best tutor I've ever had. He makes AP Chemistry actually make sense. My grade went from a C to an A- in one semester."

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Alex W.
Student · 11th Grade · AP Chemistry
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