Balthazar C.

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Balthazar est titulaire d’un doctorat en mathématiques et informatique fondamentale, ainsi que de deux maîtrises — l’une en cryptographie, l’autre en didactique des mathématiques — de l’Université Paris-Saclay, en France. Il est également professeur agrégé de mathématiques, une distinction hautement sélective dans le système éducatif français.

Il possède une solide expérience de l’enseignement, tant à l’université qu’en classes préparatoires aux grandes écoles, où il a accompagné des étudiants dans des contextes académiques exigeants. Il a aussi enseigné à des élèves de niveaux variés, y compris dans un cadre de remise à niveau ou de soutien plus personnalisé.

Ses domaines de compétence vont des mathématiques du secondaire et de l’initiation à la programmation, jusqu’à des sujets universitaires plus avancés : algèbre linéaire, analyse, logique, algorithmes… Son parcours alliant mathématiques pures et appliquées lui permet de s’adapter aux objectifs et besoins de chaque élève : réussir un examen, revoir les bases ou approfondir un sujet plus complexe.

Parfaitement bilingue, Balthazar propose des cours en français ou en anglais. Il enseigne de manière claire, structurée et bienveillante, et aime accompagner ses élèves dans la construction de leur confiance et de leur autonomie.

ENG:

Balthazar holds a PhD in Mathematics and Fundamental Computer Science, as well as Master’s degrees in Cryptography and in Mathematics Education from Université Paris-Saclay, France. He is also a certified professeur agrégé, one of the most selective academic distinctions in the French national education system.

Balthazar has extensive teaching experience at the university level and in the French classes préparatoires system, which prepares students for competitive entrance exams to top engineering schools. He has also worked with students of various backgrounds and skill levels, including those seeking support in more foundational mathematics.

His areas of expertise range from high school mathematics and programming to advanced undergraduate-level topics such as linear algebra, calculus, logic, and algorithms. His academic background in both pure and applied mathematics allows him to adapt his explanations to the needs of each student—whether they aim to pass an exam, catch up on core concepts, or explore advanced topics.

Fluent in both English and French, Balthazar offers tutoring in either language. His teaching style is clear, structured, and patient, and he enjoys helping students build confidence and autonomy in their learning.

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Nilesh S.

Nilesh holds a NJ DOE Certificate of Eligibility to teach high school mathematics across New Jersey, underpinned by a rich academic foundation and a deep commitment to student success.

Educational Accomplishments:
– Completed two Master’s degrees at the University of Illinois at Chicago—Chemical Engineering and Mathematics & Computer Science
– Earned an MBA from Fordham University in New York City
– Earned a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from ICT Mumbai, India’s top-ranked chemical engineering institute

Teaching Highlights:
– Transitioned from a 30-year career in information technology to education, bringing analytical rigor and real-world perspective to the classroom
– Provides one-on-one academic support through in-home tutoring, specializing in SAT prep and high school math
– Worked with established math tutoring firms to expand access to personalized instruction
– Taught mathematics at Great Oaks Legacy Charter School in Newark following certification
– Currently serves as a substitute teacher for K–12 in Morris County and continues weekend math tutoring, helping students build strong quantitative foundations

Patricia S.

For over three decades, Patricia A. Sullivan has dedicated her professional life to advancing literacy and supporting diverse learners in both public school and university settings. Her career reflects a deep commitment to student success, teacher development, and inclusive education.

Patricia began her journey in education in 1990 as a Teacher of the Handicapped in the Passaic Public School system. Over the next 14 years, she worked closely with students with a wide range of learning needs, developing individualized instructional materials, conducting ongoing assessments, and reinforcing critical learning goals. Her compassionate, student-centered approach helped ensure that all learners received the attention and support needed to thrive academically and socially.

Recognizing her leadership potential, the Passaic school district appointed Patricia as a Literacy Coach in 2011. In this supervisory position, she played a key role in implementing New Jersey’s Reading First initiatives under the federal No Child Left Behind Act. Patricia led professional development sessions, coached educators on research-based instructional strategies, and worked to elevate reading instruction across multiple grade levels.

Since 2012, Patricia has served as a Reading Tutor at William Paterson University, where she applies Orton-Gillingham techniques to build phonemic awareness and blending skills among struggling readers. She conducts detailed assessments, designs customized interventions, and communicates regularly with parents to share student progress. Her university role showcases her enduring passion for literacy and her talent for working with learners at all levels.

Patricia’s educational background includes a Master of Education in Special Education and a Reading Specialist Certification from William Paterson University, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and Special Education from Seton Hall University. These credentials reflect a lifelong dedication to learning and a firm foundation in both the theory and practice of education.

Throughout her career, Patricia Sullivan has exemplified professionalism, compassion, and excellence. Her extensive experience, combined with her specialized training in literacy and special education, make her a valuable asset to any educational team.

Rob G.

Rob is a mathematics graduate student at Boise State University, where he is researching the mathematics of machine learning and artificial intelligence. He graduated from the University of Puget Sound (2023), with double majors in math and economics. Growing up in Boise, Rob attended Boise High School, where he developed a deep curiosity for math in his AP calculus classroom. That curiosity blossomed into a passion for understanding how math describes the world. Rob loves to share his passion for math and learning with anyone who will listen, especially younger students who need extra practice or are looking to get ahead! He believes that learning is accomplished through hands-on practice. As a student himself, he understands that learning is highly individualistic and that there is a strategy for every student to succeed. When Rob is not doing math, he enjoys exploring Idaho’s outdoors through skiing, backpacking and fishing, as well as reading and practicing martial arts.

Caleb R.

Caleb graduated from Boise State University with a Bachelors of Science in Physics, with an applied math minor. He taught labs for the physics department during his undergrad as well as tutoring in physics and math. He enjoys working with students to help them succeed. In his free time he enjoys biking, stargazing, and gaming with his friends.

Patricia T.

Patricia Tibesar graduated from Colby College with a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science and Environmental Science and a minor in English Literature. She grew up in Caldwell, Idaho, and moved to Maine to complete her degree, though she has also lived in Spain, Mexico, and Costa Rica. At Colby College, Patricia worked closely with the Center for Teaching and Learning. As a learning assistant, Patricia worked with students to engage them with their learning and encourage asking questions, and she worked with professors and staff to rework course designs to improve student learning. She enjoys tutoring and helping students understand their learning because of the reward of a student feeling their own confidence grow. In her free time, Patricia loves reading, watching movies and reviewing them on Letterboxd, and traveling, both domestically and internationally.

Carole F.

A patient and innovative educator with general and special education experience at all grade levels, including students with disabilities and English language learners.

Sally C.

Sally has a Master’s of Education degree and has been a teacher in Sarasota for 11 years. She has expertise in Social Science grade 6-12 and experience teaching Reading, and English Language Arts.

Edward H.

I’m a certified teacher of English with extensive experience tutoring math through geometry, and into the fundamentals of trigonometry and calculus. I’m the content designer for two SAT preparation for the 2400 series of the test formerly available on iTunes, using a smart flash card platform that innovated a math system designed specifically to improve time management and trap identification, called CCCP Math. I have also identified techniques that limit the effects of self-distraction that is often the key to better concentration.

I believe there are four components to doing well on the SAT test: specific knowledge, problem solving process, focus, and confidence. I make it my business to address all of these areas.

I’ve been tutoring SAT for 10 years and have many success stories. more than 90% of student who do 6 or more lessons with me improve markedly. For elite score students, (those who could only possibly improve 16%) I’ve seen significant improvements in the reduction of the number of errors. For student starting in the 1000-1300 range, I’ve seen improvements as high as 90% better. I rely on a hybrid teaching approach where I use screen shots of slides from my apps, while process is taught and supported through tutoring and exercises based in McGraw Hill’s SAT book. The results have been great.

With covid affecting the learning process, I feel the need to offer my service as a distance learning coach to parents, helping as a mentor reviewing the coming weeks materials for presentation and stepping in to teach only when remediation is necessary. We can’t, after all, afford a full program of tutoring in all areas. With over 7000 hours of tutoring under my belt, parents can rely upon my perspective and advice.
Lately in my tutoring lab, I’ve developed techniques that show results in improving basic focus and addressing “Test Anxiety”. Ask me about my findings, if you fear your child is not suited to standardized testing. I may just be able to help.

Vania G.

Vania Gulston has more than 20 years of experience in the field of education. She holds Pennsylvania certifications in secondary mathematics and social studies; and has masters degrees in education, history and folklore, performance studies, and technology design from the University of California at Berkeley, Temple University, and New York University, respectively.

Her teaching practice has been shaped by her love of radio. She became a social studies teacher in order to extend the work of helping to broaden people’s understanding of their social world that she did as a community radio broadcaster. She pursued a degree in technology design because she wanted to equip herself with the technical skills necessary to operate the broadcast equipment of a radio station. As well, she pursued graduate studies in tech design because, after experiencing obstacles in her efforts to increase her technical knowledge, she wanted to be able to offer that same technical knowledge to women and people of color who sought it.

She is the founder of WJYN Radio–a low power fm radio station in Philadelphia