Executive Function & Academic Support

Just Start LA

It's Easy. Just Start.

We're a team of certified coaches, tutors, and educators offering executive function coaching, subject tutoring, and enrichment workshops for adolescents through adults, in person and virtually.

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Our services

How we help

Executive Function Coaching

One-on-one coaching to develop organization, planning, time management, advocacy, and communication.

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Subject Tutoring

Subject-specific tutoring from elementary to AP courses, tailored to each learner's style.

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Community Learning

Enrichment workshops, parent conversations, webinars, and philanthropy events.

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The Just Start LA team holding signs that read It's Easy. Just Start.
“Watching this team and our students light up is exactly why I built Just Start LA.”

Jordyn Shapiro, Founder of Just Start LA

The Team Behind Just Start

A team that gets it.

Just Start LA began when Jordyn Shapiro started tutoring at 15, recognizing the deep need for individualized guidance, especially around executive functioning and confidence-building. A UCLA Psychology graduate, she built Just Start to give every student the support she wished she'd had.

That vision grew into a full team of certified coaches, tutors, and educators. Today, Just Start LA is a comprehensive educational hub serving adolescents through adults and their families, rooted in connection, accountability, and the belief that it's never too late to just start.

Because Every Journey Matters

From “Just Start” to Just Thriving

J. Sunderland

Parent of an 8th grade student

Before working with Jordyn, my child constantly hid assignments and avoided schoolwork. Now, he's open about his work, plans ahead, and genuinely wants to succeed. His grades and confidence have improved so much.

B. Sobel

Parent of two Just Start students

Just Start LA has truly been a game changer for our family. My daughter got the support she needed during her toughest academic year, and my son built confidence in sophomore year. Jordyn, Téa, and Sophie are incredibly knowledgeable and truly care about their students.

C. Salem

Parent of a 1st grader and 7th grader

Téa has been an incredible part of our homeschooling journey. She teaches in a way that finally makes sense to my son, focusing on true understanding rather than just completing assignments. The whole team is amazing.

T. Detuno

Parent of an 11th grader

This year, my daughter grew tremendously thanks to her coach. She now breaks tasks into manageable steps, uses planning tools, and manages her time independently. I've watched her transform into a more confident, motivated student.

C. Waxberg

Parent of a 9th grader and 11th grader

My daughter used to struggle academically, but now she has all A's and B's. My son has ADHD, and Just Start LA has been essential in helping him stay on track. Both kids have grown more confident and organized.

J. Sunderland

Parent of an 8th grade student

Before working with Jordyn, my child constantly hid assignments and avoided schoolwork. Now, he's open about his work, plans ahead, and genuinely wants to succeed. His grades and confidence have improved so much.

B. Sobel

Parent of two Just Start students

Just Start LA has truly been a game changer for our family. My daughter got the support she needed during her toughest academic year, and my son built confidence in sophomore year. Jordyn, Téa, and Sophie are incredibly knowledgeable and truly care about their students.

C. Salem

Parent of a 1st grader and 7th grader

Téa has been an incredible part of our homeschooling journey. She teaches in a way that finally makes sense to my son, focusing on true understanding rather than just completing assignments. The whole team is amazing.

T. Detuno

Parent of an 11th grader

This year, my daughter grew tremendously thanks to her coach. She now breaks tasks into manageable steps, uses planning tools, and manages her time independently. I've watched her transform into a more confident, motivated student.

C. Waxberg

Parent of a 9th grader and 11th grader

My daughter used to struggle academically, but now she has all A's and B's. My son has ADHD, and Just Start LA has been essential in helping him stay on track. Both kids have grown more confident and organized.

L. Friedman

Parent of a 7th grader and 9th grader

Just Start has helped my kids stay organized, make study plans, and understand their work better. They've helped clarify tough concepts and taught them how to manage their schedules. It's made a big difference in their academic success.

M. Tajkef

Parent of a 9th grader

My son was struggling in school, and the support he's received from Just Start LA has made all the difference. Everyone on the team is committed to his success and truly cares about him. He always feels supported and more confident after each session.

C. Sobel

11th grade student

This past year, Just Start LA helped me find my footing academically and personally. Jordyn and Téa supported me through executive function coaching, and Sophie helped with English and science. I became more organized, less stressed, and more confident.

C. Tiano

10th grade student

Deeya, Chloe, and Teage have helped me so much this year, especially in geometry. They explained things clearly and made me feel more confident. I've learned how to stay ahead instead of constantly catching up.

E. Detuno

11th grade student

Before working with Just Start LA, I felt like I was always behind no matter how hard I tried. They helped me create systems for staying organized and I started managing my time more effectively. I feel way more confident.

L. Friedman

Parent of a 7th grader and 9th grader

Just Start has helped my kids stay organized, make study plans, and understand their work better. They've helped clarify tough concepts and taught them how to manage their schedules. It's made a big difference in their academic success.

M. Tajkef

Parent of a 9th grader

My son was struggling in school, and the support he's received from Just Start LA has made all the difference. Everyone on the team is committed to his success and truly cares about him. He always feels supported and more confident after each session.

C. Sobel

11th grade student

This past year, Just Start LA helped me find my footing academically and personally. Jordyn and Téa supported me through executive function coaching, and Sophie helped with English and science. I became more organized, less stressed, and more confident.

C. Tiano

10th grade student

Deeya, Chloe, and Teage have helped me so much this year, especially in geometry. They explained things clearly and made me feel more confident. I've learned how to stay ahead instead of constantly catching up.

E. Detuno

11th grade student

Before working with Just Start LA, I felt like I was always behind no matter how hard I tried. They helped me create systems for staying organized and I started managing my time more effectively. I feel way more confident.

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