Candace T.
Candace is a Certified Teacher in NYS as a Middle Childhood Generalist in grades 5-9. She grew up in the Bronx, NY and continued her own Undergraduate and Graduate education in New York. She obtained her Undergraduate degree from CUNY City College where she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Minor in English, and earned her Graduate degree from Relay Graduate School of Education where she earned her Master of Arts in Teaching with a concentration in Mathematics. Candace first began her love of education and working with students in afterschool and summer programs. There she was helping students in ELA and Math in both Elementary and Middle School aged students through homework help and a curriculum based instruction. From there Candace’s love for teaching grew and led her to pursue her higher education in teaching.
Candace is now entering her 10th year in education in an NYC Charter school where she has focused on teaching middle school Math and Science. She believes in meeting students where they are, creating a learning environment where she and students are able to build and foster positive relationships. Providing multiple modalities of access to learning and instruction. Giving space to students to ask questions, make mistakes, push their thinking, and build their confidence in learning.
Outside of teaching, Candace has a love of the performing arts with acting, stepping, film and theatre. She has pursued all of these areas through teaching theatre and stepping to students in afterschool and summer programs. Working on a couple of episodes of Sesame Street to perform with her step team. She has performed in Off Broadway productions, and worked behind the scenes of a webseries through script writing, casting and directing. She loves to travel, maintain close relationships with family and friends, being in water for the pool and beach, and on weekends going to the movies.
Sadia A.
Sadia is a credentialed elementary school teacher and current substitute teacher with a Master of Education from High Tech High Graduate School of Education and a bachelor’s degree in Public Health from Sacramento State. She has experience working with students across grade levels in classroom, small-group, and hands-on learning environments.
Sadia believes students learn best when they feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and being themselves. She is patient and adaptable and enjoys finding different ways to explain a concept until it clicks. She values getting to know each student as an individual and helping them become more confident and independent learners.
Outside of teaching, Sadia enjoys exploring San Diego, spending time outdoors, staying active, listening to music, and volunteering in her community.
Kimberly K.
Experienced and energetic teacher with 10 years of classroom teaching. Masters degree in cross cultural teaching, Barton and Waldorf trained. Expert with Adhd, dyslexia and Asd students. Together we can work with challenges to create life long and confident learners.
Trupti P.
Trupti’s background is unique, and it reflects in her teaching approach. She completed the math program at Kumon Learning Center by the 8th grade, after which she immediately began working as an Assistant Grader. Since then, Trupti has been teaching a diverse range of students, from elementary level to higher education. Her teaching philosophy is understanding students and creating a safe space to meet each other halfway. She finds joy in motivating students and being a stepping stone in their academic journey.
Trupti holds an M.S. in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Illinois Chicago and in Biology from the University of West Florida. She received her B.S. in Environmental Science with a minor in Spanish at Benedictine University. She has studied abroad in Spain and the Bahamas.
Currently, Trupti is a new adjunct instructor teaching Introduction to Biology at Harold Washington College. Outside the classroom, Trupti is an artist at heart. She loves dancing, yoga, music, and venturing to museums and plays. In her free time, she volunteers at the Blind Services Association, reading to the visually impaired.
In all, Trupti is a dedicated, empathetic, and passionate educator. She applauds students who show up, even when it seems impossible. Everyone is welcome in this classroom!
Lauren P.
Kylie N.
Kylie is a passionate middle grades educator dedicated to helping students build confidence, strengthen their academic skills, and discover that learning can be both engaging and enjoyable. She began her educational journey at Mohave Community College before continuing her studies at Murray State University and later transferring to the University of St. Francis, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Middle Grade Education with a concentration in English Language Arts, graduating cum laude. Kylie completed a year-long teaching internship in an 8th grade ELA classroom and now works as a paraprofessional supporting students in grades 6–8 through classroom instruction and individualized academic support. Her strengths include reading, writing, grammar, and helping students develop confidence through engaging and interactive lessons.
Kylie believes strong relationships are the foundation of successful education and strives to incorporate students’ interests and learning styles into every lesson while supporting Illinois learning standards. She loves seeing the “light bulb moment” when students fully understand new material and begin believing in their own abilities. Outside of education, you can usually find Kylie with a book in hand, exploring hiking trails, or playing PC and Xbox games. These hobbies often help her connect with students and make learning more relatable. She also enjoys spending time with her family and young son. At home, her two dogs and two cats always keep life entertaining.
Brooke S.
Brooke grew up in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, where her grandfather, a teacher, inspired her passion for education. She earner her Master’s in Education from the University of Pennsylvania and is a certified teacher. Now in her 7th year of teaching in Philadelphia, Brooke currently teaches 6-8th grade English Language Arts, and is a certified K-12 ESOL teacher at a bilingual school.
She has previously taught 4th and 5th grade English Language Arts and math, and provides specialized reading support to students reading at a K-3rd grade level.Brooke creates an inclusive, engaging classroom where students feel supported, while being held to high standards and encouraged to reach their full potential. Outside of school, she loves running along the Delaware River, cheering on the Phillies and Eagles, and searching for the best bakeries in Philly.
Holly H.
Holly is a certified Texas educator with more than 15 years of experience in education and 10 years as a classroom teacher, helping elementary students build confidence, strengthen foundational skills, and develop a lifelong love of learning. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Education with high honors from the University of Texas at El Paso and holds an EC–6 Texas teaching certification. Throughout her career, Holly has been passionate about helping every student discover what helps them learn best while creating a positive, encouraging environment where they can thrive. Holly has taught students across grades 3–5 in both Northside ISD and Comal ISD, including self-contained, departmentalized, co-teaching, and inclusive classroom settings. She has extensive experience supporting students with diverse learning needs, including those receiving special education services, students with ADHD, multilingual learners, and gifted students. Prior to becoming a classroom teacher, Holly also served as an instructional assistant in special education, behavior intervention, and elementary math intervention programs, giving her a deep understanding of how to meet students where they are academically and emotionally. She specializes in elementary education (K–5 all subjects), reading, English Language Arts, writing, social studies, STAAR preparation, and elementary math. Holly has also completed the Texas Teacher Reading Academy, receiving specialized training in the Science of Reading, including phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary development, and reading comprehension strategies. This evidence-based training allows her to effectively support struggling readers while helping all students become stronger, more confident learners. One of Holly’s greatest strengths is making learning engaging and meaningful. She enjoys breaking complex concepts into manageable steps and incorporating games, hands-on activities, projects, and real-world connections that help students truly understand the material. She believes that every child learns differently and thrives when they feel safe to ask questions, make mistakes, and celebrate their progress along the way. Families appreciate Holly’s warm personality, clear communication, and genuine investment in each student’s success. Her collaborative approach, combined with years of classroom experience, helps students not only improve academically but also develop the confidence and independence needed for long-term success. Outside of tutoring, Holly enjoys spending time with her family, exploring and photographing the Texas Hill Country, and creating educational resources that help both teachers and students succeed.
Abigail L.
Abigail is a reading and literacy specialist whose passion is helping students become confident, capable readers and lifelong learners. She combines classroom teaching experience with advanced literacy research to provide highly individualized instruction that helps students strengthen foundational reading skills, improve comprehension, and develop a genuine love of learning. Abigail earned her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Curriculum & Instruction from Baylor University, graduating with honors and earning her Texas EC–6 teaching certification. She later completed her Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction with an emphasis in Literacy at Texas A&M University, graduating with a perfect 4.0 GPA. She is currently completing herPh.D. in Curriculum & Instruction at Texas A&M, where her dissertation research focuses on the reading comprehension knowledge of literacy and instructional coaches. Her professional experience bridges both research and classroom practice. Abigail has served as a Graduate Research Assistant and Research Specialist with the Texas A&M Literacy Team, partnering with school districts to improve literacy instruction, coach teachers, develop curriculum, analyze student achievement data, and implement evidence-based reading practices. She has also provided private reading intervention, worked with bilingual elementary classrooms, and tutored struggling readers in both in-person and virtual settings. Abigail specializes in reading intervention, English Language Arts, handwriting, and evidence-based literacy instruction. She holds Texas certifications in EC–6 Core Subjects, English as a Second Language (ESL), and the Science of Teaching Reading (STR), giving her extensive preparation in phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and effective reading instruction. She also has experience usingEBLI (Evidence-Based Literacy Instruction) to help students develop strong foundational reading skills through research-supported instructional methods. One of Abigail’s greatest strengths is her ability to build meaningful relationships with students. She believes lasting learning begins with trust and encouragement, and she works to create a supportive environment where students feel comfortable taking risks, asking questions, and celebrating their progress. She especially enjoys witnessing those rewarding “lightbulb moments” when a struggling reader begins to experience confidence and success. Beyond her work with students, Abigail has contributed to published educational research focused on reading comprehension and writing instruction, reflecting her commitment to advancing literacy education both inside and outside the classroom. Outside of tutoring and research, Abigail enjoys reading, long-distance running, hiking with her husband around the San Antonio area, spending time with her many nieces and nephews, and enjoying plenty of coffee while working on her dissertation. Growing up on a ranch instilled in her a lifelong appreciation for nature, hard work, and the power of memorable storytelling—values that continue to shape her approach to education today.