About Us
At Sensible Scholars, we believe tutoring should go beyond homework help — it should inspire curiosity, build confidence, and foster true understanding. Our team is made up of successful students and experienced teaching assistants with years of tutoring under their belts, all united by a passion for helping the next generation excel and reach their academic goals.
After working with a large national tutoring provider, I saw firsthand what works — and what could be better. Sensible Scholars was created to make the changes I always knew were necessary but never had the authority to implement. Here, sessions are fully personalized to meet the needs of each student and their family, with an approach designed to promote critical thinking and a deeper grasp of the material that can sometimes be difficult to achieve in a traditional classroom setting.
We're not just preparing students to pass tests — we're equipping them to think, adapt, and thrive, drawing on personal tips and proven strategies honed through years of academic success.
Services
One-on-One Tutoring
Tailored sessions that meet each student's unique needs and learning style. Perfect for improving grades, mastering new material, or preparing for exams.
Small Group Tutoring (2-4 students)
Learn collaboratively with peers at a reduced rate per student. Ideal for friends or classmates tackling the same topics.
Why Choose Us?
Personalized, results-driven instruction.
Slightly discounted rates for package commitments.
Flexible locations: campus, home, or online.
Custom arrangements available upon request.
People
[founder] Joseph
B.S. in Chem E, OSU
Joseph brings extensive experience as an educator, having served as an undergraduate teaching assistant and tutored over 120 students across 65 STEM-related subjects from high school through graduate school.
He worked with one of the largest online tutoring providers, where he learned firsthand what supported student success—and what didn't.
Sensible Scholars is his effort to address those gaps and provide a more effective, student-centered approach.
With a background in chemical engineering, Joseph is passionate about teaching at the intersection of academia, technology, and industry, helping students see real-world applications while encouraging personal growth.
Tutoring Specialties
- High School Math and Sciences, all levels (incl. APs)
- Undergraduate Chemistry and Engineering
- Undergraduate Philosophy
- Essay Planning and Revision
[webmaster] Michael
M.S. in CS & B.S. in Physics, BrownU
At Brown, Michael served as the head teaching assistant for two 400+ student courses, in which he designed course materials, lectures, assignments, exams, and grading structures. He also mentored and tutored many students directly through his other roles as a residential and research assistant. Academically he earned magnum cum laude for his GPA, departmental honors for his bachelors thesis, then went on to complete a masters with a specialty in computational physics. In high school, he tutored AP Stats, led review sessions, ranked top 5 state-wide for algebra and geometry, and even taught AP computer science.
Tutoring Specialties
- High School Math and Sciences, all levels
- Essay Writing, especially college applications
- ACT Test Preparation
- Competitive Math and Computer Science
- Undergraduate Physics
- Graduate Computer Science
Madison
M.S. in CS & B.S. in Physics, BrownU
Madison is a Biochemistry Ph.D. student at Emory University. She attended The Ohio State University where she completed a BS in Biochemistry and received an Honors Research Distinction. Madison has completed extensive coursework in STEM including basic and advanced biology, chemistry, biochemistry, physics, and calculus, and has over 3 years of wet lab Biochemistry research experience. During her undergraduate experience, she also worked for 3 years as a Teaching Assistant for General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry Lab. Currently, Madison supervises multiple undergraduate students in her graduate school lab and has a strong passion for mentorship and tutoring.
Tutoring Specialties
- Undergraduate (and High School) Chemistry
- Undergraduate (and High School) Biology
- Undergraduate Biochemistry
Will
PhD Candidate Chem E, CaseWRU
At OSU, Will served as both a teaching and research assistant where he mentored and trained students. While completing his degree with honors research distinction, he received the Outstanding Undergraduate Research Award from the OSU chemical and biomolecular engineering department. Currently, Will is pursuing a PhD in Chemical Engineering, at Case Western Reserve University, under the tutelage of Dr. Rohan Akolkar, working on electrochemical production of iron.
Tutoring Specialties
- High School Math and Sciences, all levels
- History, all types
- Undergraduate Chemistry and Engineering
Connor
B.S. in Chem E, OSU
Connor spent his years at OSU strengthening his understanding of Chemical Engineering through rigorous studying, time in the laboratory, and in study groups. His pursuance of Chemical Engineering was fueled by his passion for both mathematics and the sciences. He gained experience in tutoring dating back to high school where he peer tutored friends and other classmates in AP classes, such as AP Chemistry and AP Calculus AB. He continued peer tutoring throughout his college years and enjoys helping others understand complex topics and being able to apply those topics to help solidify their broad understanding of the sciences. Connor prides himself in discovering how each student learns best and utilizing that learning style to help the student grow.
Tutoring Specialty
Strict focus on AP Calc and AP Chem
Contact
Free 20 minute consultation
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