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.

Beth W.

Beth recently retired after 33 years in education. She began her career at the university level teaching earth and environmental science. She then transitioned to elementary students focusing on special needs students. She spent the last 5 years as a reading interventionist.

Beth is a patient and easy-going educator who believes in building a relationship with her students. She is excited to help students achieve their academic goals and take pride in their success.

In her free time, Beth likes to garden, spend time at the beach and go on walks with her family and newly adopted rescue dog.

Sana T.

Sana grew up in Illinois and received her Bachelors Degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a major in biological sciences and a double minor in mathematics and psychology. Her zeal for learning is what drove her to study mathematics and psychology alongside biology. She has a fervor to learn about science and math, stay up to date with advancements in the fields, and teach that knowledge to others.

She started off her journey as a tutor while she was just in middle school! She was a private academic tutor for 15+ years and tutored on a variety of subjects, including math, science, English, and reading at the elementary, middle, high school, and undergraduate levels. She started off her teaching experience as a mathematics instructor for K-12 math subjects and moved on to the role of a test prep instructor specializing in helping adolescents prepare for all subjects covered by the SAT and ACT. She gained most of her specialized teaching skills while being a STEM teacher and mentor at Fusion Academy, a school that specializes in giving personalized instruction to students that caters to their individual learning styles and patterns. While here, she was really able to hone in on identifying students’ individual needs and preferences and allow for them to reach their maximum learning potential. Sana values the student-teacher relationship and believes that true learning can only happen in an environment of acceptance, trust, and comfort. She puts importance on developing rhetoric, engaging with her students, and allowing them to feel at ease and ask any questions that facilitate and spark their learning. Teaching and connecting with students is truly a passion for Sana!

In her free time, Sana loves spending time playing with her toddler and nieces and nephews, engaging them in wonderful discoveries of the magnificent world around them! She admires nature and enjoys taking walks outdoors and sightseeing. She also has a passion for the arts, whether that’s in the form of movies, books, painting, drawing, and more!

Sana can’t wait to meet you and help you on your journey of growth and development to reach your full potential! 🙂

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.

Deborah B.

Debbie has dedicated her life to teaching and can’t imagine it any other way. Currently a reading specialist, her long career has included a wide variety of educational experiences and learning opportunities. To begin her career, she earned a B.S.Ed. in Special Education from NIU and taught for six years in instructional classrooms in which elementary and middle school students had a variety of special needs. Given the unique struggles that the students in her classes had learning to read and write, Debbie returned to NIU and achieved her M.S.Ed. in Reading Education. She then taught reading and writing in a middle school general education classroom for two years.

As a teacher of both special education and general education, Debbie yearned to work with students who would benefit from individual or specialized instruction in order to thrive. Her decision to become a middle school reading specialist allows her to do this. An additional part of her role is to provide professional learning for other educators in how to embed best literacy practices into their classrooms.

Debbie has two daughters – one who is grown and the other in college. Both girls were diagnosed with anxiety disorders while in school. So Debbie knows, from the perspective of a parent, the complexities of meeting the needs of a child who struggles. Debbie believes in the importance of forming positive relationships with students, which is dependent on seeing each student as a whole person. Each student brings unique experiences, strengths, and fears to every learning situation. It is through recognizing a child’s strengths and interests that they learn that it is safe to make mistakes. That is how we learn. It’s how we learn to master skills and enjoy learning.

Debbie lives with her family, dogs, and cats, in Elburn. She loves playing with her pets, walking in the woods, watching baseball, and working with children.

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.

Jailynn Y.

Jailynn has been an educator for nearly a decade, with extensive experience teaching secondary English Language Arts and leading youth programs within Hawaii’s public school system. She holds a California Single Subject Teaching Credential and a Master’s in Secondary Teacher Education. Her passion lies in literacy and creating inclusive, highly engaging environments where complex reading and writing skills are broken down into achievable steps for diverse learners.

Over the course of her career, Jailynn has served as an ELA Department Head and an after-school program coordinator, handling everything from curriculum mapping to managing student intervention programs. She deeply believes that a student’s academic success is rooted in a strong sense of community and mutual respect. She is highly committed to partnering closely with families to ensure every student feels supported and empowered both inside and outside the classroom.

Having recently relocated to the San Diego area, Jailynn is excited to bring her experience and dedication to new students and families. Outside of teaching and tutoring, she loves spending time with family and friends, reading, and enjoying the beach.

Morgan M.

Morgan is a passionate educator with experience teaching English and history, as well as leading STEM education programs in outdoor learning environments. She enjoys working with students of all backgrounds and learning styles, helping each learner build confidence and discover their strengths. Morgan has earned multiple certifications through the Dyslexia Training Institute and is currently pursuing her special education credential, further expanding her expertise in supporting students with diverse learning needs.

She graduated from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa with degrees in Anthropology and English. One of her favorite travel experiences was visiting Machu Picchu, Peru, and her favorite book of 2026 is Butterfly Yellow by Thanhhà Lại.

Outside the classroom, Morgan enjoys hiking, reading, and coaching and playing beach volleyball.

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.