Meghan P.

Meghan has an MA in History and a BA (double major) in Classics and International Development from McGill University. She is in the final stages of completing her PhD in History and Classics at Yale University. Meghan has published a number of articles in academic publications and presented her research at conferences around the world. She speaks three languages fluently (English, French, and Romanian) and works in several others (Italian, German, Latin, and Ancient Greek).

Meghan is a passionate teacher who believes that every student is capable of excellence. Her approach is characterized by empathy, patience, and kindness. With over 15 years of experience in higher education, Meghan is sympathetic to the pressures modern students face: difficulties in focus, wavering confidence, and the temptation of unethical AI use among others. Meghan has had particular success in motivating students who were especially shy, withdrawn, or otherwise on the margins of the classroom. Strategies for how to bring such a student back into the fold differ on an individual basis but are always couched in mutual respect and understanding. Frequently, students who may have been struggling the most at the beginning of the term—be it with meeting deadlines, quality of work, or something else—became some of Meghan’s strongest and most self-motivated students by the end of the academic year.

Areas of Expertise: Reading, Writing, and Critical Analysis (all levels); History (all levels); Latin; Ancient Greek; Biology (K-12); Homework Help (English: K-12; French: K-6).

Dr. Katina W.

Dr. Katina Walton views her enthusiasm for teaching as a calling and a responsibility that is driven by her commitment to student growth, equity, and excellence. Her desire to be a better teacher is fueled by the her personal experience of how effective instruction transforms lives and unlocks the potential in every learner.

She holds a Ph.D. in Literacy, Reading, Assessment, and Evaluation from Walden University, and has taught in a variety of classrooms from elementary schools to universities since 2001.

Outside of teaching, Dr. Walton finds joy in her faith, family, and community. She also enjoys encouraging others and engaging in activities that renew her spirit and strengthen her passion for education.

Grace H.

Grace is a dedicated educator with a dual-degree background, holding a Bachelor of Psychology and a Bachelor of Education. With extensive experience in Resource Teaching, she specializes in supporting students with diverse learning needs, including Autism, Down syndrome, and physical disabilities. Grace is officially trained in the UFLI program, providing her with a research-backed foundation in early literacy and the science of reading.

Having worked directly in elementary classrooms, Grace understands how to bridge the gap between school curriculum and individualized support. Her holistic approach is further enriched by her background in teaching music, allowing her to incorporate rhythm and creativity into her sessions. Throughout her career, she has completed numerous specialized courses to better advocate for and support individuals of all abilities, ensuring every student feels empowered to succeed.

Andrea S.

Andrea is a Certified Teacher in the State of New York. She received a Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology with a minor in Italian from Franklin & Marshall College. Andrea’s love for the Italian language led her to study abroad in Padova, Italy for 3 months. After college, she worked in Talent Acquisition for a year and, after quickly realizing the corporate world wasn’t for her, she stumbled upon a teaching position that changed everything. After Andrea’s second year of teaching, she went on to pursue a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education from Hunter College Graduate School of Education. Andrea currently teaches at a Preschool on the Upper East Side and has experience teaching and mentoring students up to 5th grade. She provides literacy and math tutoring, homework help, and supports the development of study habits that can benefit students at any age. In her free time, Andrea enjoys cooking and traveling.

SYDNEY V.

Sydney is completing her final year of the Master of Teaching program at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education and holds a Transitional Certificate with the Ontario College of Teachers. She is in the Primary/Junior stream and is qualified to teach Kindergarten through Grade 6. Sydney is confident in all subject areas but is particularly passionate about mathematics and literacy. Sydney has a flexible approach to tutoring, as she recognizes that every student has different interests and needs. Their teaching is grounded in their core values of community, play, and compassion. They recognize that connection is integral to student’s success, and they strive to develop positive relationships with students and their families. Outside of teaching, Sydney loves to swim, bake, and knit. In the summers, they work with students of all ages at a camp in Parry Sound.

PAOLA S.

Paola is a seasoned educator with a heart for helping students thrive. With over 25 years of experience in education, she has a strong background in Special Education, Reading Education, ELL, and FSL instruction. Paola has taught children one on one and in small groups for more than 15 years. Paola has also worked to develop IEP’s with students and parents.

After a successful teaching career, Paola has decided to pursue her passion for teaching by transitioning into tutoring. She still loves teaching but wants to focus on providing personalized support to children with diverse needs. Paola has a warm and welcoming personality that shines through in her approach to teaching, creating safe and supportive environments where students feel valued and motivated to learn. She believes in fostering a love for learning in each of her students.

In addition to her teaching experience, Paola has a rich personal life. She has traveled extensively and lived overseas. When she’s not teaching, Paola enjoys spending time outdoors, walking her adorable Aussie Shepherd puppy, swimming, and hiking. She also loves to cook and create a warm and inviting home for her friends and family. Paola’s passion for education and student success is evident in everything she does.

BERNADETTE M.

Bernadette is an ELA teacher at P.S. 19 in the Bronx. She has worked at P.S. 19 for 28 years as a Special Education/Literacy Specialist. She currently teaches 6th – 8th grade ICT in English Language Arts. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from SUNY Plattsburgh. She received a master’s degree in Literacy/Special Education K-12 from College of New Rochelle. In her free time, Bernadette enjoys reading and listening to music. She truly enjoys seeing her students excel both inside and outside of the classroom.

JAMES S.

James S. found his passion for writing as the editor of his high-school newspaper. Under his direction, it fell prey to censorship battles and published only one issue. At university, he spent his time writing bad dystopian novels, and paid a heavy academic price for it. Returning to Toronto to pursue a career in screenwriting, he co-wrote ​Disappearance at Clifton Hill​ with director Albert Shin for Rhombus Media, starring Tuppence Middleton and David Cronenberg. After premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2019, it was picked up for North American distribution by IFC Midnight and reached #1 on US Netflix. Between his screenwriting and story editing duties, he still finds time to work on his next bad dystopian novel.

Amelia F.

Originally from Bethesda, Maryland, Amelia graduated from The University of Miami with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and Exceptional Student Education, earning dual endorsements in ESOL and Reading, and a second major in History. Amelia completed her student teaching semester internship working in a 4th grade gifted classroom. After graduating, Amelia began her professional teaching career at St. Thomas Episcopal Parish School in Coral Gables, Florida, where she was a Kindergarten Associate Teacher. Amelia loved working with her 17 kindergartners and working alongside her co-teacher and at the end of the year she was promoted to a Second Grade Lead Teacher position after just one year of working at St. Thomas!

While teaching second grade in her own classroom, Amelia worked hard to design highly interactive and engaging lessons in literacy, math, and her favorite subject of social studies, while tailoring to each child’s interests, goals and support needs. Amelia cherishes her past year with her second graders and how much they taught her. After living in Miami for six years, she decided to move to New York City to pursue her masters degree. Amelia has just begun earning her Master of Arts in Elementary Inclusive Education, at Teachers College at Columbia University, one of the nation’s top programs in education! She is Florida state certified and is working towards becoming New York State certified.

Beyond her work in the classroom, Amelia has taught and tutored students across a wide range of grade levels and abilities. Her caring and loving nature combined with creativity and empathy, helps empower young students to work hard and feel confident! She specializes in helping elementary aged students strengthen their executive functioning skills, reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, foundational math skills and history.

In her free time, Amelia substitutes for nearby private schools, babysits, enjoys walking her dog On the West Side Highway, travelling and hanging out with her friends and family!

Sarah C.

Sarah C. was born and raised in Philadelphia. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education from Temple University and later completed a Master of Arts in Teaching. Sarah began her teaching career in Philadelphia, where she taught second grade for five years in diverse urban classrooms before transitioning to the suburban context. These experiences have given her a well-rounded perspective on how to support students across varied backgrounds and learning needs.

Alongside classroom teaching, Sarah has been deeply committed to serving her community. For over a decade, she has volunteered with summer camps, after-school programs, and local church-led initiatives such as annual backpack drives, all designed to support children and families. Her professional and volunteer work reflects her passion to see children thrive both academically and holistically as individuals.
With extensive experience in early intervention, Sarah believes that targeted, intentional instruction is key to ensuring every child’s success. She is committed to building strong relationships with her students and designing learning experiences that foster confidence, growth, and a lifelong love of learning.