Year-Round Math Mastery for Families Who Believe Children Should Do Hard Things
Serious math training. Year-round commitment. Long-term excellence.
This Program Is Not for Everyone
—and that is intentional.
If you believe:
- Discipline builds confidence
- Rigor builds capability
- Continuity beats short-term fixes
Then you are in the right place.
This is NOT for you if:
You are looking for painless academics, short summer programs, or quick fixes. We intentionally filter for commitment—because commitment is what produces results.
The Problem Most Parents Feel—but Can't Fix
Many parents know something is wrong with math education in the U.S.:
- Expectations are lowered instead of students being raised
- Long summer breaks erase progress every year
- Math is treated as worksheets, not a discipline
- Tutoring programs focus on repetition, not mastery
- Parents are left guessing what their children should know
Families who value rigorous education recognize this immediately—because they know what excellence looks like.
Why Counting to Calculus Is Different
Built on Experience
Created by an educator who grew up in a culture where hard things were expected, taught inside the U.S. K–12 system, and saw firsthand where students fall behind—and why.
Mastery-Based System
This is not a franchise model. This is not generic tutoring. This is a long-term training system based on mastery, structure, and continuity.
Beyond Mathematics
Students gain the tools to be the best in mathematics while developing the mindset to tackle any hard thing they encounter in life.
What This Program Actually Is
Year-Round Mastery Training
Small-Group Sessions
Live tutoring with 10–12 students, twice per week
Online + In-Person
Year-round online via Zoom with occasional in-person summer programs
Continuous Progress
Clear progression from fundamentals to advanced math with ongoing assessment and placement
What's Included in Your Investment
Investment
$300/month
Year-round commitment to excellence
Who This Program Is For
This program is for families who:
- Expect their children to be challenged
- Want year-round academic continuity
- Believe math builds thinking, not just grades
- Are dissatisfied with typical math outcomes
- Want long-term mastery, not short programs
- Value discipline, structure, and excellence
This program is especially well-suited for immigrant families who value rigorous education, but it is open to anyone around the world who wants their children to excel in mathematics and do hard things.
Why Families Choose This Over Programs Like Kumon
Many of our families have tried Kumon or similar programs. They choose Counting to Calculus because:
Live Instruction
Not worksheets only—real teaching with expert guidance
Mentorship
Personal connection and support, not isolation
Structured Progress
Intentional curriculum design with clear pathways
Year-Round Learning
Continuous growth without summer learning loss
Clear Expectations
Uncompromising standards that prepare for excellence
Holistic Development
Career prep, AI literacy, college guidance included
This is a premium alternative, not a replacement worksheet program.
About the Founder
Amos Tarfa
AmosTheMathGuy
Amos Tarfa, widely known as "AmosTheMathGuy," is the visionary behind Counting to Calculus. With a background in Medical Physics and a passion for education, Amos has dedicated his life to revolutionizing mathematics education.
He holds a Master's degree in Medical Physics, another Master's in Medical Health Physics, and has completed a year of his PhD in Chemistry & STEM Education. Originally from Nigeria, Amos came to the United States in 2007 and has since become a leader in STEM education innovation.
In 2013, Amos founded the Learning Institute For Excellence (LIFE), which provides academic tutoring and coaching in multiple subjects, SAT/ACT preparation, and education consulting to schools. He currently works as a Diagnostic & Nuclear Medicine Physicist in East Texas and serves as an Adjunct Instructor at LeTourneau University.
His mission: to help one billion kids master Mathematics and become the next generation of STEM leaders.
Why Counting to Calculus?
What Families Are Saying
Real results from students and parents who chose rigor over shortcuts
"My daughter just called me with her Sept ACT scores. Her composite is a 28. Math 22 → 25 (3 Point Increase) & Science 25 → 31 (5 Point Increase). We all are very happy to see how her math and science improved. She says the video series was very helpful and doing a little each day was nice and not overwhelming. Thank you so much for your help!"
— High School Parent
"I was asked why I picked electrical engineering, and my decision was nourished by your teaching and mindset about learning and using math to better the world. I think my path changed for the better because of your influence in both a spiritual and educational sense. I passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam too."
— R.P., Former Homeschool Student
"Listen to this instructor. He will break down a math problem in so many different ways till you understand how it is to be done. Not only does this instructor relate to me because we are close in age but this instructor provided multiple way to find answers every single time I had a question. I would love to take more classes with this instructor."
— College Student, Texas
"This instructor is the most positive man I have ever met in my life. I aspire to have half the outlook and positivity in life and my religion that he has. Don't change. I loved the College Algebra class."
— College Student, Texas
"My daughter aced the Math test, thanks to you my friend. She said she completely understood the concepts."
— High School Parent, North Dakota
"Hi Mr Tarfa! You have always been a huge inspiration to me and much of my desire to learn and grow can be attributed to the classes I had with you. Keep inspiring people!"
— G.M., Former High School Student
How Enrollment Works
Schedule a Call
Speak directly with our team to confirm fit
Student Assessment
We evaluate exactly where your child is—no guessing
Placement & Start
Your child joins the appropriate small group and begins training
Progress & Growth
Most families see measurable improvement within weeks
A Simple Question Before You Decide
Do you believe your child is capable of doing hard things?
If the answer is yes—and you are willing to support that journey—this program was built for you.
Counting to Calculus and Beyond does not try to serve everyone.
It serves families who believe excellence is built—not given.
If that describes you, we look forward to working with your family.