Andrew J. Hitchcock
Lakeside,CA
Summary
Catholic school educator and founder of Tutor Hitch with a strong background in mathematics and educational leadership. Dedicated to fostering academic excellence and character formation through faith-based, student-centered instruction. Passionate about building programs and partnerships that empower students to grow in both knowledge and purpose.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Mathematics Teacher
St. Augustine High School
San Diego
08.2023 - Current
- Utilize data-driven instruction, technology integration, and differentiated strategies to improve student comprehension and performance.
- Collaborate with faculty, parents, and administration to enhance curriculum design, promote academic integrity, and support whole-student growth.
- Researched, proposed, and implemented the Hawkes Learning platform, now adopted by 7 of 9 math teachers to enhance instruction and assessment consistency.
- Organized a unified departmental Google Drive housing shared tests, quizzes, assignments, and notes to streamline collaboration and WCEA documentation.
Founder and CEO
Tutor Hitch
San Diego
2024 - Current
- Founded and lead Tutor Hitch, a faith-based tutoring platform that combines academic excellence with character formation through strategic marketing, branding, and outreach initiatives.
- Built strong advertising and communication networks with all schools in the Diocese of San Diego, resulting in active partnerships with six schools, and consistent engagement across the region.
- Overseeing Tutor Hitch’s transition from LLC to nonprofit to expand visibility, strengthen community trust, and grow partnerships to include over half of diocesan schools.
Math Teacher, Religion Teacher, STEM Founder, Director of Athletics, Varsity Basketball Coach
Holy Trinity School
El Cajon, California
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented Math, Religion, and STEM curricula aligned with Diocesan content standards to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
- Collaborated with school stakeholders to enhance campus appearance by designing new athletic uniforms for all sports, budgeting for campus repainting, remodeling three classrooms and the library, and securing funding for field maintenance and new goalposts.
- Served on the PTG committee to increase yearly enrollment, develop strategic plans for campus upgrades and new curriculum initiatives, and collaborate with donors to ensure effective and impactful use of their contributions.
Education
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership in Christian
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2030
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2023
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01-2021
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Leadership
- Event Planning and Coordination
- Collaboration
- Public Speaking and Presentation
- Budget and Resource Management
- Marketing and Promotion
- Problem-Solving
- Commitment to Mission and Values
Timeline
Mathematics Teacher
St. Augustine High School
08.2023 - Current
Math Teacher, Religion Teacher, STEM Founder, Director of Athletics, Varsity Basketball Coach
Holy Trinity School
08.2021 - 06.2023
Founder and CEO
Tutor Hitch
2024 - Current
Ph.D. - Educational Leadership in Christian
Grand Canyon University
Master of Science - Educational Leadership
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Grand Canyon University