Expert Guidance for Every Learning Journey
For over 20 years, Gravity Assist has provided expert tutoring for students & custom enrichment programs for schools (with practical online courses on the way for professionals!)
5000+
Students Taught
20+
Years in the Business
4
Lasting School Partnerships
Our Approach in 2 Minutes
We believe in a personalized, mentor-driven approach. Watch this video to meet Jay Mitsch, our founder and understand the "why" behind Gravity Assist's proven process.
A Proven Plan for Success
🩺Diagnostic Session
We map strengths and blockers in one focused session so your roadmap targets the highest-impact areas.
🗺️Personalized Roadmap
A custom study plan with daily micro-lessons and weekly mentor checkpoints keeps progress predictable.
🚀Academic Liftoff
Adaptive practice and weekly reviews convert short-term wins into long-term mastery and exam readiness.
What
You'll
Get
🔠 Focused Micro-Lessons
Short, targeted lessons that isolate the exact concept you need. Each micro-lesson includes immediate practice items so understanding is quick and durable.
🍂 Adaptive Practice
Smart practice that adapts to your mistakes and focuses effort where it matters most, turning time-on-task into real score gains and confidence.
🧔 Live Mentor Feedback
Weekly review sessions with mentors who diagnose mistakes, model problem-solving, and give exact next steps to accelerate learning and reduce wasted time.
For Professionals & Learners
Master in-demand skills with our practical, low-cost online courses. Get ready to level up your career. COMING SOON.
Meet Our Superhero Team!
Our team is our greatest asset. We don't hire "homework helpers"; we hire passionate, expert educators who are masters of their subject and skilled mentors.
Trusted by Parents, Students...
Jay's work with my daughter has made math fun for her. She works at a high level and Jay's depth of knowledge in math is perfect for her college prep.
I severely struggled... Nancy became a ritual in my academic routine. I am truly grateful... I now look forward to equations I need help with.
Gravity Assist helped us raise the academic bar for virtual learning during COVID. Our weekly professional development opportunities with their highly-skilled teachers improved our after-school teaching capacity.
Trusted by Educators...
In-Person and Online Afterschool Tutoring Students have access to drop-in during their last period of the day and afterschool. At risk students are assigned to have 1-on-1 sessions to help retention and remediation
Students are identified through a collaborative process between Gravity Assist, teachers and administration. A goal is set and small group sessions are created based on need. Students learn how executive function, remediation and important CAASPP skills that helps forge success.
Gravity Assist is a preferred partner with the APlus+ Network of schools. We are a huge supporter of their belief that education should be personalized and fit the student's needs, style, life and desire. We're proud to work side-by-side forging a new frontier in education.
Gravity Assist and William Finch teachers and administrators work to identify students and build a nurturing learning environment. The programs creates a bridge between school work, independent work and real understanding. Mentors get to know how the student learns and can lean into those personal styles to help the student be successful.
Why "Gravity Assist"?
In 1977, NASA launched Voyager 1 and 2 to take advantage of a rare four-planet alignment that only occurs once every 175 years. Using the basic laws of physics, scientists realized they could use a "gravity assist"—using each planet's gravitational pull as a slingshot to propel the probes to Uranus, Neptune, and then beyond the edges of the solar system.
We are all on our own paths toward a vast unknown. Given the right team, approaches, and tools, each of us can experience that same slingshot toward a limitless future.
Gravity Assist is the support system to help you reach those faraway goals, to guide you through the high points and rough patches, to push you when you need that extra burst of energy - then cheer you on as you fly into orbit.
What is Gravity Assist?
Gravity Assist US is a full-service education organization with over 20 years of experience. We provide three main services:
Expert one-on-one tutoring for students (ages 13+).
Custom enrichment programs for schools and organizations.
Practical online courses for professionals and lifelong learners.
What makes your approach different?
We believe in a personalized, mentor-driven process. Whether for tutoring or our online courses, we first diagnose the core challenge, then build a personalized roadmap to mastery. We don't just teach subjects; we teach our students how to learn, build confidence, and achieve their goals.
Who are your tutors and instructors?
Our team is our greatest asset. They are a diverse group of passionate, expert educators, credentialed teachers, and industry professionals. We hire people who are not only masters of their subject but are also skilled mentors who know how to connect with and inspire students.
For Parents & Students (Tutoring)
How does the tutoring process work?
It starts with a free consultation with our founder, Jay, to discuss your child's specific needs. From there, we match your child with the perfect tutor. The sessions are held online via a secure video platform with a shared digital whiteboard.
What subjects do you offer tutoring in?
We cover just about everything for grades 8-12, including:
All levels of Math (from Algebra 1 to AP Calculus)
All levels of Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
English & Writing (including college essay prep)
History & Social Sciences
Spanish & French
Standardized Test Prep (SAT, ACT, AP, High School Entrance Exams)
Computer Science
How are tutors selected and vetted?
Our tutors are carefully vetted and have extensive expertise in their subject areas. More importantly, they are selected for their passion for teaching and their ability to build a supportive, engaging learning environment for your child.
Can I customize the tutoring schedule?
Yes. We offer flexible scheduling to fit your availability, ensuring that learning fits seamlessly into your family's busy routine.
For Schools & Organizations (Partnerships)
What kind of custom programs do you create?
We work with administrations and teachers to design and implement programs that meet your specific institutional targets. This can range from after-school STEM enrichment and project-based learning to professional development workshops for your teaching staff.
How do you integrate with our school's existing curriculum?
Our goal is to support, not replace. We analyze your current student data and curriculum to design a "customized blueprint" that complements your teachers' work and helps achieve your school's broader goals for student engagement and academic success.
For Professionals & Learners (Online Academy via Course Creator 360)
When will the new online courses be available?
Our Gravity Assist Academy is launching soon. This will include our comprehensive MCAT Review course and the "AI Fundamentals" pilot program, with more courses to follow.
Who are these courses for?
Our courses are designed for ambitious professionals and students. This includes pre-med students preparing for the MCAT, professionals looking to leverage AI, and lifelong learners who want to master new, in-demand skills in a practical, efficient, and self-paced format.
