Amy L.

Amy holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from UCLA and has taught K–12 students at the highly regarded Sidwell Friends, Maret, and St. Catherine’s schools, as well as many private students. She specializes in English, reading and writing, history, social studies, study skills, homework support, and general K–8 academics. She can also tutor math and science through the upper school level. Amy has completed the first year of graduate-level coursework in social work at Virginia Commonwealth University.
Amy understands that families seek tutoring for many different reasons. Some students need help catching up, completing assignments, or feeling less overwhelmed, while others are ready to strengthen their skills and reach a higher level. She begins by identifying each student’s strengths, challenges, learning style, and academic goals. Amy then creates individualized lessons that break difficult material into clear, manageable steps. She helps students improve reading comprehension, organize and express their ideas in writing, think critically, prepare for assignments and assessments, and develop stronger study and organizational habits.
Amy is patient, encouraging, and attentive while also providing the structure and accountability students need to progress. She believes that children learn best when they feel understood and comfortable asking questions. By recognizing improvement and helping students work through mistakes without embarrassment, Amy builds both academic skills and genuine confidence. She values consistent communication with parents and works collaboratively with families to understand their concerns, monitor progress, and support each child’s individual needs.
Amy’s background also includes coaching youth soccer and supporting young people with diverse learning needs. Outside of tutoring, she enjoys spending time outdoors, exploring Richmond, following soccer, and spending time with her French
bulldog.

Stephan G.

Stephan is an experienced Teacher with over 25 years of experience at the elementary and high school levels. Stephan hold a Master’s Degree in Education and possesses many additional qualifications such as a Specialist qualification in Special Education.

He is fully bilingual (French and English) and has extensive teaching and tutoring experiences in both Canada and Europe.
Stephan’s fundamental approach to tutoring is based on the student’s needs and learning profile in order to create a personalized and realistic educational program for them.
Stephan can accompany students in many subjects areas like French and Social Studies at the High School Level, but also in all the Elementary School Subjects. He has extensive experience teaching students how to learn and study according to their learning styles.

Stephan has always put a great emphasis on professional development to stay current with the industry’s trends and new approaches and strategies.

 

Nancy C.

Nancy offers your child individualized attention to his or her academic needs. With over a decade of tutoring experience with kindergarten age to high school sophomores, she has collaborated with parents and teachers to deliver weekly lessons that match the family’s tutoring goals. Nancy’s commitment to her students prompted two families to request that she continue her services after they moved from away from Pasadena. The switch to online tutoring was seamless.

Nancy has a particular fondness for tutoring children in reading and language arts. Her tutoring career began when Common Core demanded that kindergarteners master what was once the reading expectations of first graders. One child, who entered first grade lagging in reading began to work with Nancy at his teacher’s referral, and with mom’s unwavering support, the child’s impressive determination, and Nancy’s skill in teaching phonics-based reading, he moved from ‘low’ test scores in first grade to meeting grade-level expectations in second grade.

Beyond primary school reading, Nancy has worked with intermediate and middle school students to improve their English Language Arts skills as well as helping high school students master their Honors English classes.

The spillover to other academic subjects can occur with these students: 2nd grade math word problems become easier when math skills match reading abilities; social studies analysis becomes clearer when one can analyze story elements; and beginning essay writing can improve when a child is proficient in answering reading prompts.

When Nancy is not spending time with her tutoring clients or in a classroom as a substitute teacher, she enjoys gardening, yoga, museums, live theater and classical music concerts. And of course, reading.

Andrew V.

Andrew has a master’s in English, having capped off his courses with a creative thesis, a book of formal poems entitled “Sierra.”

In college, he won two awards for his poetry; received a fellowship; and published—and presented—three academic articles (Milton, Kafka, Dante).

Since graduation, he has written a graphic novel, and has taken up piano, frame drum, and Grecian lyre.

As a warm-hearted, seasoned academic, Andrew knows how to move through projects with humor and determination.

 

JEFF M.

Jeff has a PhD in philosophy and has taught as a university instructor for over a decade. He started teaching at 16, as a snowboard instructor, and quickly discovered he has passion for human connection and contributing to the development of others. All of his work experience since has been with youth and young adults in various learning contexts, like running summer camps, and teaching English in Japan. Jeff believes real learning is life-changing, and is convinced that the question “why?”–even, and sometimes especially, when it is asked in the form, “why do I have to do this?”–is a powerful route to this kind of meaningful change. Jeff hasn’t only studied a lot, he’s experienced a lot, too: at 17, he left home to study abroad; he’s lived in eight cities in four countries, and travelled to over 30; he’s studied four languages in addition to the French and English he grew up speaking; and he’s made all kinds of connection throughout. This capacity for connection makes Jeff particularly alive to the lived experience and uniqueness of his students, giving him a distinctive human touch. He is currently studying to become a psychotherapist.

Juan S.

Dr. Juan S. graduated from the Nova Southeastern University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology. He completed a Masters and Doctorate in Education from the University of Florida. He completed his teaching internship in Houston, where he taught in a Grade 6 class. He has worked as a teacher, instructional coach, and as an Assistant Principal and Principal. In 2026, he jumped at the opportunity to offer tutoring to students that need additional assistance. He enjoys working with kids and expanding their horizons. In his spare time he likes to travel, play racquetball, and spend time with his family.

 

Lena H.

Lena is a certified Texas educator with a creative, student-centered approach to helping learners build confidence, strengthen academic skills, and discover how they learn best. She holds a Texas EC–12 teaching certification and brings several years of classroom experience working with students from early elementary through middle school, along with experience supporting learners with a wide variety of academic abilities, learning styles, and individual needs.

Lena graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio with a Bachelor of Arts in Art, earning a 3.81 GPA. Her university studies also reflected her broad interest in the humanities and social sciences, with coursework exploring literature, culture, history, and the ways art and storytelling reflect society. This interdisciplinary background has helped shape her ability to make subjects such as English, writing, history, geography, and social studies more engaging and relatable for students.

As a classroom educator, Lena has taught hundreds of students across elementary and middle school settings and has designed more than 75 standards-aligned lessons. Her experience includes developing curriculum, differentiating instruction, incorporating educational technology, assessing student progress, and finding creative ways to present information so students can better understand and retain it.

Lena is particularly passionate about working with students who benefit from a more individualized approach to learning. She has managed and implemented IEP accommodations for special education students and has completed additional professional training in dyslexia awareness, mental-health response, and Capturing Kids’ Hearts. She has developed a strong connection with neurodivergent students, including learners with ADHD and autism, and strives to create an environment where students feel understood, supported, and comfortable asking for help.

Lena specializes in English, English Language Arts, reading, writing, spelling, and middle school Language Arts, along with a broad range of humanities and social sciences, including U.S. History, World History, Geography, Human Geography, Social Studies, Psychology, Sociology, and Philosophy. She also supports students in AP English, AP Human Geography, AP World History, college essay writing, and introductory college-level English and Psychology.

In addition, Lena works with students on executive functioning, test-taking skills, and standardized test preparation, including English preparation for the SAT and ACT, as well as STAAR Reading and Social Studies. Her experience with organization, differentiated instruction, and individual accommodations makes her especially well suited for students who understand the material but struggle with planning, organization, task completion, or demonstrating what they know on assignments and tests.

One of Lena’s greatest strengths is her ability to approach academic material creatively. Her background in art and visual storytelling allows her to incorporate visual explanations, step-by-step modeling, and alternative ways of presenting information when traditional instruction isn’t connecting with a student. Rather than expecting every learner to process information in the same way, Lena works to discover what makes a concept “click” for each individual student.

Families appreciate Lena’s patience, creativity, and ability to build genuine connections with students. She believes students are more willing to challenge themselves when they feel safe making mistakes and know their teacher genuinely understands them. Her goal is to help students recognize their own strengths while developing the academic skills, strategies, and independence necessary for continued success.

Outside of teaching, Lena is an artist and storyteller who has had a lifelong love of comics and animation. She enjoys creating her own stories and artwork exploring underrepresented communities and themes of justice and representation. She brings that same curiosity, creativity, and appreciation for different perspectives into her work with students.

 

DENISA K.

Denisa is a friendly and dedicated tutor with a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Law and Criminology. She tutors English, Literature, Philosophy, essay writing, and SAT preparation for students of all ages, including university-level learners.

With a strong academic background and a passion for helping others learn, Denisa creates a supportive and comfortable environment where students can ask questions, build confidence, and learn at their own pace. She focuses on making challenging subjects easier to understand while helping students strengthen their writing, critical thinking, and communication skills.
Whether a student needs help with an upcoming exam, an essay, or simply wants to improve their academic skills, Denisa is committed to making learning approachable, engaging, and enjoyable.

 

Beverley O.

Beverley Odamtten is an Ontario Certified Teacher with over 20 years of teaching experience working with students from Kindergarten through Grade 10. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Communication Studies from the University of Windsor, Ontario, and a Bachelor of Education. She also holds Additional Qualifications in ESL, Reading, Special Education, and Family Studies & Guidance.
Beverley has extensive experience supporting students in Reading, English, Writing, ESL, Mathematics (Grades 1–6), homework, study skills, and Kindergarten readiness. As a Grade 6 STEAM educator, she incorporates creativity, technology, hands-on activities, problem-solving, and real-world connections into her teaching. She adapts instruction to different learning styles, abilities, and individual needs.
Beverley believes that every student can learn and that building confidence is an important part of academic success. She creates a supportive and encouraging environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and developing their skills at their own pace.
Outside of education, Beverley enjoys spending time with her family, especially travelling and cruising together. She also loves finding great deals and giving back to others through acts of kindness. Her warm, patient, and positive approach reflects her belief that encouragement and kindness can make a meaningful difference in a child’s learning journey.

 

Sylvia S.

As an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) with 20 years of teaching experience across both public and independent schools in the GTA, Sylvia offers comprehensive academic support, both in person and online, tailored to your child’s individual needs. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts from the University of Toronto, a Bachelor of Education from OISE/UofT, and has completed various Additional Qualification (AQ) courses to continually enhance her instructional practice. She specializes in teaching all subjects from Kindergarten to Grade 10, as well as English and Humanities for Grades 11 and 12. Beyond core academics, she brings extensive expertise in special education, including specialized support for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This targeted approach helps students strengthen both their academic and executive functioning skills to thrive inside and outside the classroom.