Tyler B.
Tyler is an accomplished academic tutor and recent law school graduate who specializes in English, writing, reading comprehension, academic skills, and college readiness. With a Juris Doctor from Louisiana State University, a bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication from Texas State University, and professional experience tutoring students across a wide range of ages and subjects, Tyler brings strong communication skills, analytical thinking, and an individualized approach to helping students succeed.
Tyler earned his Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication with a minor in Writing from Texas State University, where he was a six-time Dean’s List recipient and a member of the National Society of Leadership and Success. He continued his education at Louisiana State University, earning his Juris Doctor in May 2026. His academic achievements reflect a strong commitment to education, intellectual curiosity, and developing the communication and critical-thinking skills necessary for success in demanding academic environments.
While attending law school, Tyler expanded his educational experience by studying abroad at University Jean Moulin in Lyon, France. He also served as a mentor to incoming law students and international Master of Laws (LL.M.) students, helping them navigate the transition to law school and life in the United States. These experiences strengthened his ability to communicate with students from different backgrounds, provide practical guidance, and help others approach unfamiliar challenges with confidence.
Tyler’s passion for tutoring began during his undergraduate years at Texas State, when he worked with Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services. In this role, he supported students ranging from elementary school through college age, providing individualized assistance in subjects including English, mathematics, and science. This experience helped him discover how rewarding it can be to work one-on-one with students, recognize their individual strengths and challenges, and help them make meaningful academic progress.
Writing and communication are among Tyler’s greatest strengths. His undergraduate studies in Mass Communication and Writing, combined with the rigorous reading, research, and analytical writing required in law school, have given him an extensive foundation in organizing ideas, developing persuasive arguments, interpreting complex texts, and communicating clearly.
Tyler has also applied these skills professionally through legal research, drafting, editing, and proofreading. His work as a law clerk has included preparing legal documents, researching complex issues, reviewing written materials for accuracy, and organizing detailed information. He has also worked as a research assistant at LSU, helping develop instructional materials and supporting academic research projects.
These experiences make Tyler particularly well suited for students who need help with English Language Arts, reading comprehension, literature, grammar, writing, research papers, technical writing, and college application essays. He can help students organize their thoughts, develop clear arguments, strengthen sentence structure, and communicate their ideas more effectively.
Tyler also offers support in college readiness and standardized test preparation, including SAT English and Math, ACT English and Math, LSAT preparation, and general test-taking strategies. His experience navigating undergraduate education and law school gives him firsthand insight into the academic expectations students encounter as they prepare for college and advanced studies.
Beyond his primary strengths in English and writing, Tyler provides tutoring across a broad range of elementary and middle school subjects, including foundational mathematics, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, general science, Social Studies, Geography, and U.S. History. He also supports students with STAAR preparation and general academic skill development.
Tyler understands that academic success often depends on more than simply knowing the material. Students must also develop effective study habits, learn how to approach challenging assignments, manage their time, and build confidence in their abilities. His tutoring approach emphasizes breaking difficult concepts into manageable steps, identifying areas that need additional practice, and helping students become more independent learners.
His experience working with students of different ages has taught him the importance of adapting instruction to each individual’s needs. Whether a student needs additional explanation, structured practice, help organizing an assignment, or encouragement to work through a difficult problem, Tyler strives to create a supportive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and making progress.
Tyler particularly enjoys helping students strengthen their ability to think critically and communicate effectively. He believes these skills extend far beyond the classroom, preparing students for success in college, professional environments, and everyday life.
Outside of tutoring and his professional pursuits, Tyler enjoys outdoor activities, staying active, spending time with friends and family, watching movies, and listening to music. His diverse interests and approachable personality help him connect with students and make the learning experience more engaging.
Above all, Tyler is passionate about helping students recognize their potential and develop the skills necessary for long-term academic success. Whether he is guiding a student through a challenging writing assignment, helping prepare for the SAT or ACT, supporting foundational coursework, or assisting with a college application essay, Tyler’s goal is to help students become more confident, capable, and independent learners.
Jeradi C.
Jeradi, an experienced educator, earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from the University of Michigan. She holds Master’s and Doctoral degrees from the University of Virginia. She holds teaching licenses in Virginia and California. She brings depth and breadth to her work with students, including classroom teaching in grades 1- 5 and over 20 years as a reading specialist in grades K-12. Her expertise in education extends to higher education, serving as an associate professor, instructing and mentoring pre-service teachers as well as those pursuing master’s degrees in reading and literacy. She believes all children can learn and places an emphasis on connecting with each learner as a unique individual. This philosophy informs her practice, approaches, and strategies to achieve optimal learning outcomes.
Her favorite free-time endeavors include gardening in the summer, jigsaw puzzles by the fireplace in the winter, and walks with her Boston Terriers year-round.
James W.
James graduated from the University of Buffalo (Bachelor’s of Science in Environmental Geosciences) and the University of Wisconsin-Madison (Master’s of Science in Water Resources Management). James has almost a decade of experience teaching, including 2 years as a 3rd/4th grade teacher in Pasadena, CA, 5 semesters of undergraduate science courses as a Teaching Assistant during graduate school, and multiple years as an environmental and outdoor educator along the mountains, coasts, and high deserts of California, Nevada and Wisconsin. While teaching math, science, and literacy, James loves building connections with students through games and having fun! James understands that everyone has a different learning style, and he enjoys helping cultivate what works best for students to start understanding the concepts needed to feel successful. He focuses his tutoring energy to help mentor students to become well-rounded humans who develop a love for learning and growing!
In his free time, James enjoys bird photography, playing guitar, playing board games, sports and exploring the natural world around him!
Dex C.
Dex is a Certified Teacher. He grew up in Fairfax, VA, and completed an Undergraduate Degree in Psychology (Bachelor of Arts with a Minor in Theatre) from George Mason University. He also completed graduate coursework in classroom management at Trinity College in Washington, DC. Throughout his career, Dex has transitioned from classroom instruction—teaching middle school Earth Science, Chemistry, and Physics at Queen of Apostles Catholic School and St. Luke Catholic School—to prominent administrative and leadership roles. As a Director of Education, Program Director, and Assistant Director across multiple institutions (including LADO International Institute, University of North America, and HOMEITECH Inc.), Dex has successfully built, supervised, and evaluated faculty teams of 20+ educators, structured onboarding systems, and mentored assistant directors to build institutional leadership pipelines. He has worked extensively with students ranging from elementary through middle school, supporting the improvement of their academic skills. Dex believes that by building a solid relationship with his students and faculty alike, he can better meet their needs and foster their learning. As a mentor, Dex continuously develops strategies for working with children and educators, finding these experiences both enjoyable and extremely rewarding. In his spare time Dex loves to sing, write stories, and study natural medicine.
Alicia J.
Alicia is a Georgia Certified Educator with more than 25 years of experience supporting students across elementary, middle, high school, and college levels. She has taught in multiple Georgia school districts and technical colleges, giving her a deep understanding of diverse learners and instructional environments.
Alicia earned her B.A. in Professional English/Education from South Carolina State University and later completed an M.Ed. in School Counseling from Cambridge College. She also holds a journalism certification from the University of South Carolina, awarded through a competitive program recognizing her exceptional writing skills.
Throughout her career, Alicia has worked with a wide range of students — including those who are delayed, dyslexic, autistic, average, and advanced — and she brings patience, structure, and compassion to every learning relationship. Since 2023, she has tutored private clients in English, Reading, and Basic Math, helping students strengthen foundational skills and build confidence.
Alicia believes every learner can reach their potential with the right guidance and encouragement. Her strengths include writing, editing, communication, active listening, and thoughtful problem‑solving — all of which shape her supportive and effective tutoring style.
She looks forward to partnering with families and helping students achieve their academic goals.
Perri Y.
Perri is an experienced educator, tutor, and curriculum developer with more than 10 years of experience supporting children and families through education. She earned her Master’s Degree in Education with a focus in Secondary Education from Grand Canyon University and has experience teaching and supporting students across multiple grade levels. While Perri provides tutoring in English Language Arts, reading, writing, and mathematics, math is one of her greatest passions as an educator. She especially enjoys working with students who feel that they are “not good at math” or have grown frustrated with the subject. Her greatest reward is seeing that lightbulb moment when a challenging concept finally makes sense and a student begins to realize, “I can do this!” Perri believes students do not have to fear or hate math; instead, they can learn to understand it, build confidence in it, and recognize how naturally mathematics is woven into everyday life. She uses patience, encouragement, real-world connections, and step-by-step instruction to make difficult concepts feel more approachable. Perri believes meaningful learning begins with building a strong relationship with each student and understanding how they learn
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As a wife and mother of two, she also understands the importance of partnering with families and creating a supportive environment where children feel comfortable making mistakes, asking questions, and discovering just how capable they truly are.
Kelly T.
Kelly is a third-year Chemical Engineering student at Toronto Metropolitan University with experience tutoring elementary and high school students in mathematics, chemistry, and physics. She believes that successful learning begins with building confidence and developing a strong understanding of fundamental concepts. By connecting challenging material to familiar, real-world situations, breaking down complex problems into manageable steps, and exploring different approaches to explain a concept, Kelly strives to make learning more intuitive and accessible. Patient and approachable, she welcomes questions of all kinds and encourages students to speak up whenever something is unclear, no matter how small the question may seem. She understands the importance of addressing gaps in understanding early on and tailors her approach to each student’s individual learning needs, helping them develop the confidence and skills to tackle problems independently. Outside of tutoring, Kelly is a foodie who enjoys hunting down new restaurants to try and baking, especially when it means getting to enjoy something delicious at the end. She also loves listening to music, which is always a part of her daily routine.
Erika W.
Erika is an Intermediate/Senior teacher candidate at Ontario Tech University, graduating in December, with teachable subjects in Biology and Chemistry. She is passionate about helping students develop a strong understanding of scientific concepts and build confidence in their abilities. Erika is able to tutor Biology and Chemistry at all grade levels and enjoys supporting students as they work through challenging material, strengthen their subject knowledge, and develop effective study strategies.
In addition to her science background, Erika has a strong foundation in Mathematics and is confident tutoring students in Grades 9 and 10 Math. Although she is not yet formally qualified to teach senior-level Mathematics, she plans to pursue this qualification in the future. Erika is committed to helping students feel supported in their learning and strives to make challenging concepts more approachable and manageable. Through her subject knowledge and supportive approach, she aims to help students build confidence, develop their skills, and achieve their academic goals.
Christine R.
Hi, I’m Christine! I’m an English teacher who loves helping students build confidence, discover their strengths, and have those “Oh, now I get it!” moments.
I support learners with everything from foundational reading and writing to school assignments, test prep, and college essays. My approach is patient, encouraging, and tailored to each student; we’ll break things down, and try different strategies!
Whether your student needs extra support or a new challenge, I want them to feel comfortable asking questions and proud of what they can accomplish. For me, tutoring is about helping students build skills they can use long after our session ends.
Jeremy M.
Jeremy is an experienced high school mathematics and engineering educator with a passion for making challenging STEM subjects understandable, engaging, and relevant to the real world. With classroom experience teaching Algebra, Geometry, and advanced mathematics, along with specialized instruction in Physics, robotics, and engineering, Jeremy brings a unique combination of academic knowledge, technical expertise, and hands-on experience to his students.
A San Antonio native, Jeremy attended Texas State University in San Marcos, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree in Sound Recording Technology and a Master’s degree in International Studies. His educational journey also included a year studying abroad in Jerusalem, Israel, broadening his perspective and appreciation for learning across different cultures and disciplines.
Jeremy holds Texas teaching credentials in Mathematics and Physics for grades 7–12, as well as Technology Education for grades 6–12. Since 2020, he has taught high school mathematics in Northside Independent School District, including Algebraic Reasoning, Algebra II, and Geometry. His classroom experience includes working with students across a wide range of academic abilities and learning needs, including English Language Learners, students receiving special education services, and students who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Jeremy’s expertise extends beyond mathematics into Physics and engineering education. He previously served as a Physics instructor for the Pre-Freshman Engineering Program hosted at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), where he taught college-bound high school students through classroom instruction and hands-on laboratory experiments. His lessons explored concepts such as electricity, force, motion, and the mathematical principles that explain how the physical world works.
In the summer of 2026, Jeremy expanded his STEM expertise through a Research Experience for Teachers program at Texas A&M University focused on machine learning. Building on that experience, he developed an innovative high school engineering curriculum introducing students to artificial intelligence and robotics. His students learn how to configure an AI program, transfer it to a VEX V5 classroom robot, and train the robot to recognize and pick up an object independently.
This work reflects Jeremy’s teaching philosophy: students develop a deeper understanding of mathematics and science when they can see how concepts are applied to real problems. Rather than focusing exclusively on formulas and procedures, he enjoys showing students how mathematics connects to technology, engineering, robotics, and the systems they encounter in everyday life.
Before entering the classroom, Jeremy developed extensive professional experience in technical and engineering-related environments. He worked with electrical and mechanical systems, audiovisual technology, and sophisticated animatronic equipment. In one particularly memorable role, he traveled throughout the United States and internationally installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting animatronic dinosaurs. These experiences required practical applications of electrical theory, mechanical systems, technical diagrams, and systematic problem-solving.
Jeremy brings that same analytical approach to tutoring. He helps students break complicated problems into manageable steps, identify where their understanding may be incomplete, and build the skills needed to solve problems independently. His goal is not simply to help students complete an assignment, but to develop the underlying mathematical reasoning and confidence that will serve them in more advanced courses.
Jeremy specializes in Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Physics, and calculus-based Physics C. He also offers introductory support in Python programming, along with engineering and robotics concepts.
His background makes him particularly well suited for middle school and high school students who need additional support in mathematics, students preparing for more advanced STEM coursework, and learners who benefit from seeing practical applications of abstract concepts. His experience in both traditional classroom instruction and hands-on engineering education allows him to adjust explanations and examples to suit different learning styles.
Jeremy understands that mathematics and physics can be intimidating, particularly when students begin to fall behind or struggle to connect one concept to the next. He takes a collaborative, encouraging approach, working alongside students to identify challenges and develop strategies that make difficult material more approachable.
As a classroom educator, Jeremy has also worked in collaborative learning environments with students who have a variety of instructional accommodations and support needs. This experience has reinforced the importance of patience, clear communication, flexibility, and meeting students at their individual level.
Above all, Jeremy genuinely enjoys teaching STEM and helping students discover what they are capable of accomplishing. Whether he is explaining an Algebra concept, working through a challenging Physics problem, or introducing a student to the possibilities of robotics and artificial intelligence, his goal is to make learning more understandable, practical, and rewarding.
Jeremy believes that with the right instruction, encouragement, and willingness to work through challenges together, students can develop the confidence and problem-solving skills necessary to succeed in even the most demanding STEM subjects.