Jennifer F.

Jennifer F. is a dedicated, passionate, and enthusiastic educator who recently retired after over 30 years of teaching. Jennifer’s journey into education began with her undergraduate degree in early childhood education from the University of Maryland at College Park. She obtained a Master of Arts in early childhood education from Hood College. These academic achievements laid a strong foundation for her illustrious teaching career. Jennifer has taught pre-K, kindergarten, 1st grade, and 3rd grade. From her early childhood, Jennifer aspired to be a teacher. Before embarking on her full-time teaching career, Jennifer gained valuable experience working with children in summer camps. She started as a CIT (Counselor in Training) and continued to be a junior counselor, counselor, and camp director. These early roles honed her skills in child supervision and engagement. Even after retirement, Jennifer’s passion for education remains undiminished. She works part-time as an online reading tutor, assisting kindergarten, first, second, third, and fifth-grade students Through all of this experience, she has learned how to be patient with students. She has also learned that you need to build a relationship with each student. In her free time, Jennifer enjoys writing about herself in the third person! She also writes poetry, showcasing her creative side. Jennifer’s love for reading is another significant aspect of her life. Spending quality time with loved ones is an essential part of her life, providing her with joy and fulfillment.

JoAnn C.

JoAnn graduated from the University Maryland and earned a masters degree in Education from Marymount University and a Ph.D. in Genetics from GWU. She has taught a variety of subjects in K-8th grade for more than 10 years. Her specialties are writing, math, science, STEM and computer skills. JoAnn adapts teaching techniques to each student, helping them achieve mastery. She is passionate about building the foundations, explaining concepts thoroughly and making sure a comprehensive understanding has been achieved. In her free time, JoAnn enjoys tennis, traveling, dogs, and spending time with her family.

Alisa W.

Alisa Webb holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Rice University and a Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Her passion for science and mathematics began at an early age, and she thrives on sharing that enthusiasm with others. As a proud Baton Rouge native, Alisa has taught **various introductory science topics and *mathematics at the K-10 level through tutoring and immersive STEM camps in the Baton Rouge Metropolitan area, impacting over 1,400 students in one summer alone.

With experience in both the aerospace industry and post-graduate academia, Alisa offers students valuable insights into the world of engineering, while helping to deepen their STEM knowledge. She is committed to helping students strengthen their technical skills, while igniting their curiosity for STEM by creating an environment that fosters learning and exploration. Outside of teaching, Alisa enjoys reading mystery and thriller novels, hiking, sightseeing, working on personal engineering projects, and participating in team sports.

Susan M.

Susan, a highly experienced, dedicated, and caring teacher, has taught students with special needs in grades kindergarten through third grade for over 30 years. Susan earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education with a concentration in English and a Master’s Degree in Special Education from William Paterson University. She has standard New Jersey Teaching Certificates in Elementary Education and Teacher of the Handicapped.

Susan is very skilled at modifying lessons to address her students’ unique needs, challenges, and abilities. Her experience includes teaching reading/language arts, math, science and social studies to students with speech, language and learning disabilities, cognitive delays, ADHD, autism, and physical disabilities.

A lifelong New Jersey resident, Susan enjoys spending time with her family. Some of her favorite activities are going to the beach, watching movies, playing board games, reading, baking with her daughters, and taking their family dog for walks.

Susan is committed to bringing out the best in each student and keeping her students engaged through creative lessons to address their individual needs and interests. She is eager to share her expertise with your child to help him/her improve their skills and gain confidence.

Emily P.

Emily is a certified teacher in Texas with a minor in teaching English as a Second Language. She also has experience as a behavioral therapist for children with autism. Passionate about personalized learning, she finds tutoring to be the perfect opportunity to support students at their individual levels.

As a tutor, Emily has primarily focused on reading, writing, math, and social studies, helping students achieve significant growth both in and out of the classroom. She strives to build confidence in her students, fostering a love for learning in a fun and engaging environment.

A mother of two young children, Emily is beginning her homeschooling journey with her oldest son this year. With plans to homeschool long-term, she deeply values meaningful, impactful lessons tailored to each child’s unique learning needs.

Jessica C.

Jessica C. is a former public school teacher of 13 years. She has ten years of experience in the field of special education and 3 years of experience teaching in the general education classroom. Jessica has been tutoring for 10 years and has extensive experience with virtual tutoring. She graduated from Towson University with a degree in special education. While teaching, she earned a Master’s degree from the University of Maryland in special education and another Master’s degree from Hood College in Educational Leadership. Jessica has been a part of many leadership opportunities throughout the years and prides herself on her communication with families. Jessica has three children of her own and enjoys spending as much time with them as possible. She enjoys reading, going to the beach and has a passion for teaching children how to thrive in their own way!

Robin C.

Robin C. has been in the education field for 12 years. Her journey began by being a substitute teacher for Washington County and Frederick County Public Schools for 6 years. During her time as a substitute teacher she had the opportunity to work with a wide variety of students, teaching across all grades and subjects from K-8; including but not limited to music, physical education, and special education. Upon realizing her passion for helping students grow in their learning she attended Frostburg State University USMH where she earned her Master’s degree in Elementary Education. Upon graduation, she began teaching grades 3-5 in the Montgomery County Public School system where she has been for the last six years. Robin’s Bachelor’s degree is in Photography and Computer Imagery which has contributed to the creativity she brings when teaching her students. Meeting students where they are as individuals is an important part of Robin’s teaching style.

Clara M.

ENG: Meet Clara, a passionate and experienced tutor with five years of expertise in helping students reach their full potential! Currently enrolled in the science program at John Abbott College, she is set to graduate soon. Her dedication to academic excellence has earned her the prestigious Lieutenant Governor’s Award, a testament to her hard work and commitment.

Clara is deeply invested in her students’ success, providing not only subject-specific support but also equipping them with valuable skills they can apply beyond the classroom. With a patient and engaging teaching style, she tailors her approach to each student’s needs, ensuring they gain confidence and a strong understanding of their coursework.

Whether it’s mastering complex scientific concepts or developing effective study strategies, Clara goes above and beyond to foster both academic achievement and a love for learning.

FR: Rencontrez Clara, une tutrice passionnée et expérimentée avec cinq ans d’expertise dans l’accompagnement des élèves vers la réussite ! Actuellement inscrite au programme de sciences au Collège John Abbott, elle est sur le point d’obtenir son diplôme. Son engagement envers l’excellence académique lui a valu le prestigieux Prix du Lieutenant-Gouverneur, une reconnaissance de son travail acharné et de sa détermination.

Clara se consacre pleinement à la réussite de ses élèves, en leur offrant non seulement un soutien ciblé dans leurs matières, mais aussi en leur transmettant des compétences précieuses qu’ils pourront appliquer bien au-delà de la salle de classe. Grâce à sa pédagogie patiente et engageante, elle adapte son approche aux besoins de chaque élève, leur permettant ainsi de gagner en confiance et de mieux assimiler leurs cours.

Que ce soit pour maîtriser des concepts scientifiques complexes ou pour développer des stratégies d’apprentissage efficaces, Clara met tout en œuvre pour encourager la réussite scolaire et éveiller un véritable plaisir d’apprendre.

Addaline D.

Addaline Durham has been passionate about education and mentorship from a young age, beginning her tutoring journey in middle school as part of a peer buddy system. Since then, she has accumulated years of experience working with students of all ages, from early childhood to college-level peers. Throughout high school and college, Addaline continued to tutor a diverse range of learners, providing personalized academic support to help students build confidence and achieve their goals. She has experience tutoring a wide variety of subjects, including Spanish, which she taught at a language learning camp, as well as English, college algebra, biology, political science, and math.

Her adaptability allows her to tailor lessons to each student’s needs, making complex concepts more approachable and engaging. In addition to her tutoring experience, Addaline has worked extensively with younger children as a pre-K teacher. This experience reinforced her ability to create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning environments and tailor lessons to fit each student’s unique needs. With a deep commitment to student success, Addaline takes a patient, personalized approach to teaching. Whether working with young learners on foundational skills or helping older students refine their academic abilities, she is dedicated to fostering growth, curiosity, and confidence in every student she teaches.

Diana H.

Diana has taught learners of all levels from gifted kindergarten in the public schools to freshmen at California Baptist University. It gives her great joy to light understanding in her students not only to boost scores but to reveal the order and beauty of language. She has served varying roles as a public school teacher, head of the Gifted and Talented Program, homeschooler, and professor of composition. Also a book editor and writer, Diana has led writing workshops for teachers at conferences along with seminars on great college application essays in Fulton, Gwinnett, and Forsyth school districts. Her narratives, commentary, articles, and poetry feature in magazines and anthologies, digital and print. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Pennsylvania with a B.A. in linguistics before earning her M.Ed. at Temple. Certified to teach all grades in Georgia, Diana tutors students in SAT Reading & Writing, ACT English & Reading, SSAT, MAP, IOWA, and college essays. She scrubs commas and rescues dangling modifiers from The New York Times in her spare time.