Luke T.

Luke is passionate about teaching and helping learners build confidence in their abilities. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Mathematics and a Master’s degree in Cybersecurity with a Mathematics emphasis, both earned from Boise State University. His strong academic background allows him to break down complex concepts in a way that feels approachable and encouraging for students of all ages.
Outside of academics, Luke is an avid sports fan and has a well‑known appreciation for great desserts. His friendly personality and patient teaching style create a supportive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and growing at their own pace.
Luke looks forward to partnering with you or your child on a meaningful and successful educational journey.

Elie C.

Elie earned a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics from Hunter College and completed his teaching internship at Camden High School, where he taught students in grades 9 through 11. He later earned a Bachelor of Education focused on junior grade levels from Stockton University in 2023. These experiences prepared him to work with both middle and high school students in diverse learning environments.

Passionate about education, Elie enjoys connecting with students from different backgrounds and helping them grow academically and personally. His experience working with students across Philadelphia and surrounding communities has strengthened his commitment to supporting learners at every stage of their educational journey.

Outside the classroom, Elie tutors students from middle school through high school in mathematics, ranging from foundational skills to advanced courses such as calculus. He believes that building strong relationships with students is essential to helping them gain confidence, improve problem-solving skills, and reach their full potential. As both a teacher and mentor, Elie continuously develops new strategies to support student success and create engaging learning experiences. Helping students grow in confidence and achievement remains one of the most rewarding parts of his work.

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.

Mansargun K.

Mansargun is an Ivey MBA graduate from Western University and an Aerospace Engineer from IIT Kanpur. She is joining a leading consulting firm as a Senior Consultant in June 2026 and brings 5+ years of tutoring and coaching experience to her students.
Her teaching style focuses on problem-solving tips and shortcuts so students never have to rely on rote memorization. She breaks down core concepts in an intuitive way, helping students truly understand the “why” behind the material. So they never go blank in an exam again. She has supported students across engineering math, calculus, physics, intro computer science (Python, SQL), MBA-level finance, accounting, and economics, as well as standardized tests including the GRE (332/340), TOEFL (119/120), CELPIP (12/12), and GMAT Quant. She also tutors Ontario high school math and physics.
Outside of academics, Mansargun is a theatre artist and a builder at heart. An engineer who loves business. She has directed award-winning plays, co-founded a fashion venture, and helped scale a tech product from 600 to 10 million users. She brings the same curiosity and energy to every tutoring session.

Ti’Air C-R.

Ti’Air, PhD is a neural engineering researcher and STEM educator who just recently became the first Black Biomedical Engineering PhD recipient from MSU. She received her bachelors in Biomedical Engineering from The Ohio State University in 2011, also becoming the first black undergraduate student to receive a bachelors in science in BME from OSU, and proceeded to earn a master’s from the University of Cincinnati in 2013. Beginning her PhD at Purdue in 2014, she transferred to Michigan State in January 2019. Her research focus is integrating tissue engineering with implantable electrodes to tune immune response in the brain, in the REIL lab under the direction of Dr. Erin Purcell. She is a co-founder for Black In Neuro, serves as the Academia Chair for the Health Innovations special interest group of the National Society of Black Engineers, is a local organizer for Com Sci Con MI, and is in the speaker’s bureau for the Rape And Incest National Network. She has also served in the community under her platforms of sexual assault awareness and exposing underrepresented students to STEM as Miss Indiana United States 2015 and has received awards for her Social Justice in 2016 and Humanitarianism in 2018. She was named a fellow in the Society for Neuroscience from 2016 – 2018 and is also a NIH F99/K00 fellowship awardee. She completed her postdoc at Case Western Reserve University and her second at Yale University. She has vast experience with neurodegeneration, brain computer interfaces research and is interested in the ethical implications of neurotechnology.

James O.

James is a veteran educator with 25 years of experience in the High School English Language Arts classroom, where he has taught every grade and ability level. While his formal teaching background is rooted in ELA, he is a versatile scholar capable of tutoring across the broader Humanities, including History, Government, Social Studies, and Philosophy. A double alumnus of Quinnipiac University, James holds both a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Master of Arts in Education, and he furthered his expertise by earning a Sixth-Year Degree from the University of New England. From guiding honors students through complex literary analysis to helping reluctant learners find their voice, James has a proven track record of making even the most daunting subjects accessible and engaging. He has spent over two decades mastering a wide variety of curricula and has extensive experience with standardized test prep and the high-stakes art of the college essay. James believes that tutoring is most effective when it fosters true student agency and confidence, and he treats every session as a partnership tailored to each student’s unique learning style. When he isn’t helping students unpack the complexities of a well-crafted thesis statement, James can almost certainly be found on the water. An avid boater with a passion for warmer climates and the great outdoors, he brings that same sense of adventure and steady navigation to his work with his students. With James at the helm, students don’t just survive their coursework; they master the skills to chart their own course to academic success.

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.

Shauna K.

Helping students succeed is Shauna K.’s true passion.

Shauna has been teaching, tutoring, and helping students achieve academic success for more than a decade.

A California native, Shauna has a graduate and undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences from UCSD. She also has a TESOL certificate to teach English as a foreign language, and many years of in-person and online SAT and ACT coaching — which is her specialty.

Shauna is highly skilled in helping students excel in a wide range of subjects from science and math to language arts and Spanish.

She is an expert at helping all students learn (and master) executive functioning skills such as planning, time management, study habits, and effective study techniques (how to study). She believes that the confidence gained through these skills propel students forward and lay the groundwork for lifelong success.

When Shauna is not teaching or tutoring, you will find her hiking, biking, or camping the Rockies.

Pragati P.

Pragati is a passionate and dedicated educator with a strong background in Chemical Engineering and a deep love for math and science. Her academic training has equipped her with a solid foundation in problem-solving, analytical thinking, and real-world applications of scientific concepts, which Pragati brings into every tutoring session.

Currently, teaching 8th-grade science, Pragati focuses on making complex ideas engaging, accessible, and meaningful for her students. In addition, she has experience teaching 10th-grade chemistry and 9th-grade biology, and can support students across a wide range of scientific subjects and grade levels. She is also pursuing a Master’s degree in Education, working toward becoming a high school science and math teacher. This ongoing training helps her stay up-to-date with effective teaching strategies and student-centered learning approaches.

As a tutor, Pragati’s goal is to build confidence, strengthen understanding, and help students develop a genuine interest in math and science. She strives to create a supportive and encouraging learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and growing academically.

Jenna C.

Jenna C. is a certified teacher with a strong academic background and a passion for helping students succeed. She grew up in a suburb of Dallas before moving to New Orleans to pursue her undergraduate studies at Loyola University New Orleans, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in 2017. Following graduation, Jenna began her career as a full-time tutor, specializing in ACT/SAT preparation as well as a wide range of secondary-level subjects. During this time, she developed a deep understanding of individualized instruction and the strategies students need to build confidence and improve performance. Her success as a tutor inspired her to further her commitment to education by completing a teaching certification program in 2022. Since becoming a full-time classroom teacher, Jenna has gained diverse experience teaching everything from middle school English to advanced high school math. This versatility allows her to adapt her teaching methods to meet the needs of learners at different levels and across subject areas. Jenna thrives on building meaningful relationships with her students and believes that understanding each student’s unique learning style is key to mastering new material. She is dedicated to creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel empowered to ask questions, take risks, and achieve their academic goals.