Deborah K.

With 26 years of experience teaching middle and high school mathematics, Debbie is passionate about helping students build confidence and become stronger problem solvers. She has taught nearly every secondary math course and currently works as a math coach in Sarasota County, supporting both teachers and students in developing meaningful math understanding.
Debbie earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with a concentration in Education as well as her Master’s degree in Mathematics with an emphasis in Education. She specializes in breaking down challenging concepts into manageable steps and creating engaging, hands-on lessons that help students make connections and feel more confident in math.
In addition to classroom instruction, Debbie has extensive experience preparing students for the ACT, SAT, CLT, and Florida EOCs for Algebra 1 and Geometry. She believes every student can succeed in math with the right guidance, encouragement, and strategies. Her favorite part of tutoring is helping students reach those “aha” moments that build both understanding and confidence.
Outside of education, Debbie loves exploring hiking trails with her family and curling up with a great book while her dog, Maui, keeps her company.

Davina R.

This is Davina, an Exercise Physiologist with a passion not only for helping people move better, but also for teaching and mentoring. She discovered this passion while serving as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Connecticut during her Master’s program. In that role, she supported the course instructor through grading, facilitating labs, holding office hours, and fostering a positive and engaging learning environment. Through this experience, she quickly realized that supporting students’ learning was one of her true callings.

Her academic journey began at Hampton University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology in 2021. After taking a gap year to gain hands-on experience in the field, she returned to pursue her Master’s in Exercise Science at the University of Connecticut, graduating in 2024.

Her educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in the sciences and mathematics, making her confident in tutoring students in these subjects. Her approach to tutoring is centered on meeting students where they are and helping them discover the most effective ways to understand and retain information.

Throughout her education, she remained committed to serving her community. As an undergraduate, she was actively involved in an organization called G.I.R.L., where she served as the Community Service Chair, working with students from elementary through high school to promote confidence, identity development, and positivity. During her graduate studies, she volunteered with her church’s youth ministry and continues to mentor and support students in their personal and spiritual growth. In her spare time, she enjoys rollerskating, baking, and spending time with her loved ones.

Gamal M.

With over 30 years of classroom experience and a deep passion for student success, Gamal M. brings a wealth of mathematical expertise to our tutoring team. Gamal holds a B.S. in Mathematics and is a State-Certified Educator for grades 7 through 12.

His career spans from teaching honors-level programs internationally to providing dedicated homebound and after-school support right here in the Waterbury community. Whether a student is navigating the foundations of Algebra and Geometry or tackling advanced Calculus and Trigonometry, Gamal excels at breaking down complex concepts into manageable, “lightbulb” moments. His patient, student-centered approach ensures that every learner—from middle schoolers to high school seniors—gains the confidence and skills needed to excel in the classroom and beyond.

Jonah B.

Jonah B. PhD is an educator, technologist and author who grew up in New York City. He currently works as a Software Consultant and has recently become a suburban dad. He lives with his partner and their young son in New Haven, CT.

Jonah studied Communications at Columbia University and in 2016 defended his doctoral dissertation, Dangerous Gifts: Towards a New Wave of Psychiatric Resistance, which examines significant shifts in the politics of psychiatric resistance and mental health activism. He has been organizing around mental health issues for over a decade, and cares deeply about the environment, social justice and privacy.

He has over 20+ years of experience as a professional software architect, designer, and developer. He is an active free/open source contributor whose technical interests include ethical AI, algorithmic fairness, Linux, Python, Content/Learning Management, and Annotations. He loves to bike ride, travel, scuba dive, and play the bass. He earned a masters in Communication and Education at Teachers College (’07) and graduated from Princeton University (’97) with a BA Cum Laude in Philosophy, and certificates in Computer Science and Cognitive Studies.

Eric L.

Eric is a certified educator with over 25 years of teaching and tutoring experience. Having loved math his entire life, he graduated from Georgia State University in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science in mathematics with a concentration in secondary education. He went on to teach for a few years and also work at several different tutoring companies. He worked in the corporate world for several years continuing to use his math skills by analyzing financial reports for storage facilities. He also used his teaching skills to train new and veteran employees on policies, procedures, and computer programs. In his free time, Eric likes to play all types of games with his wife, 10 year old son, and other friends. He is currently a level 9 dwarf cleric in Dungeons and Dragons.

Rosamari M.

Rosamari began her journey as a full time Educator twelve years ago. She believes her passion to contribute to the academic growth of young minds led her to an educational track.

She is a Florida Certified Educator Math 6-12 and a Math Instructor through University level. Formerly, Rosamari was an Airline Systems Consultant for twelve years. In this role, she led the integration of systems & processes, in working partnership with product development teams in North/South America, Asia and Australia.

Academically, Rosamari has earned a
M S in Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology and B S in Math Education and a BD in Engineering from Florida International University.

Other than teaching, she enjoys playing guitar and spending time with her family and most especially with her son and her two lhasa apsos.

Aaron C.

Aaron C. is a Carnegie Mellon University Mechanical Engineering graduate who currently applies his quantitative skills as an equity research analyst for a prop trading firm at the World Trade Center. With a strong commitment to education, Aaron demystifies the rigors of STEM for his students, offering expert, one-on-one tutoring in everything from trigonometry and basic coding to advanced AP Calculus. He is dedicated to helping students bridge the gap between abstract mathematical theory and practical, everyday problem-solving. A man of diverse talents, Aaron is also a dedicated writer with a background in vocal performance; in his spare time, he enjoys proving that engineers can indeed carry a tune.

Eddy V.

Eduardo “Eddy” V. is a passionate educator with a B.S. in Physics with a Minor in Mathematics from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio. With over 5 years of teaching in the classroom across all subjects in science (including Biology, Chemistry, and Physics), Eddy is a powerhouse of rigor and foundational teaching. Eddy’s love of teaching comes from a young age, being a leader, and showing everyone the way. Throughout College he would hold his own tutoring sessions in his University physics course where other students would struggle. Now he teaches over 100+ students AP Physics and Biology, and he enjoys time with his cats.

Debi H.

After retiring from a career in computer science, Debi decided to pursue her dream of teaching math. She went back to school and became certified to teach all mathematics subjects for students from grade 5 through high school. Debi believes that all students can excel in math and she wants to help them do so. She loves math and logic and wants to inspire that love in learners. Debi believes that if her students do not understand a concept, it is because she has not found the right way to explain it yet. Debi has taught middle and high school Algebra, Geometry and Statistics for the last 8 years. It is a joy because she is learning every day as well as teaching. She is constantly amazed at the questions students ask that make her learn the material more deeply or the way they approach problems that she would never consider. That is the beauty of math! Debi looks forward to working with your children

Shelley H.

Shelley is an experienced mathematics tutor with more than 25 years of intermittent tutoring expertise, supporting students from kindergarten through grade 12 as well as those preparing for the SAT, ACT, and advanced math courses including Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, and Statistics. She holds four academic degrees—Mathematics, Physics, Information Technology, and Opticianry—and spent over a decade as a computer programmer and systems analyst before becoming a Licensed Optician in Florida. Shelley’s lifelong passion for analytical thinking has shaped every chapter of her life, from excelling academically and earning induction into the National Honor Society to her success as a competitive athlete. A decorated golfer, she has won numerous championships, including titles at Pinehurst Country Club, and has achieved an impressive eight hole-in-ones.

Shelley’s background is equally defined by her dedication to children and learning. As a mother of five, she gained deep insight into supporting students with learning differences, including her own children who faced unique educational challenges. Her
experiences fueled her desire to help other families navigate academic struggles with empathy, structure, and high expectations. Over the years, Shelley has tutored with
several agencies and independently, helping many students achieve remarkable progress—including four students who earned perfect standardized-test scores under her guidance. She brings to her work a blend of humor, warmth, and discipline, drawing
from a lifetime of teaching skills developed through athletics, equestrian training, parenting, and her STEM-driven career.

In her tutoring practice, Shelley emphasizes the logic and clarity that make mathematics both approachable and empowering. She believes that math is only complicated when the steps are unclear—and she excels at breaking those steps into understandable and
repeatable processes. She expects students to arrive prepared, focused, and ready to work, encouraging habits that mirror the discipline required for college, careers, and personal achievement. Shelley is excited to bring her passion for teaching, her analytical expertise, and her unwavering commitment to student success to Prep Academy Tutors, where she strives to help every learner build confidence, master essential skills, and realize their full potential.