Daniel R.

Daniel is a well-rounded Educator with over ten years of classroom experience. He specializes in creating curriculum that is personalized for and relevant to each of his students. He is capable of creating structured support for a variety of subjects including ESL, Math, Science, and Computer Science. You’ll also find him an empathetic, patient, and passionate tutor. Set your goals, and Daniel will help you reach them.

Judy Z.

Judy is a certified Education Specialist with over a decade of experience, passionate about helping students reach their fullest potential—especially those who need a little extra support to shine. She specializes in working with students with special needs, English language learners, and students who are struggling academically. Judy believes that with the right strategies, encouragement, and a personalized approach, every student can succeed.

Throughout her career, she has built strong relationships with students and families by creating nurturing, structured environments where confidence grows and skills thrive. She tailors her instruction to meet each learner’s unique needs, using research-based interventions and a positive, strengths-based philosophy.

With a background in both general and special education settings, and a deep commitment to patience, creativity, and clear communication, Judy is excited to partner with families and schools to make learning a successful and joyful journey. Outside of education, she nurtures her own love of learning and creativity through music, and she actively sings in a choir.

Rebekah A.

Rebekah A. (she/they) is completing her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Villanova University. Her counseling background, combined with over a decade of experience working with children, make it easy to build strong bonds with each student that she tutors. As a counselor, Rebekah believes that the best changes happens when a student feels comfortable and safe in a learning environment, so her first priority is to cultivate a trusting relationship with each child and family. Parents appreciate her patience, kindness, and sincerity.

Rebekah’s diverse tutoring experiences make her an ideal fit for a wide range of families. Her years of experience tutoring students ages 7-22 make her perfect for families with multiple children in need of support, and Rebekah’s multidisciplinary expertise qualifies her to tutor in many subject areas, including languages, writing, math, biology, and chemistry. Most notably, Rebekah specializes in math support (4th grade-algebra 2) for students with math learning disorders (dyscalculia). She also has four years of experience as a professional writing tutor, assisting students of many ages to improve their writing in English, Spanish, and Italian.

A lifelong learner, Rebekah has always been drawn to the helping professions. As a future therapist, she values the relational aspect of tutoring, and looks forward to supporting your child on their journey towards success.

Cynthia T.

Cynthia has spent most of her adult life teaching all levels of High School Spanish including Advanced Placement Spanish Language and Culture. Her students enjoyed a 100% pass rate on the Advanced Placement Spanish Language and Culture Exam most years and never below a 90% pass rate collectively. Her students have continued their higher education at: Stanford, Princeton, Harvard, Boston College, etc. She thoroughly enjoyed her teaching experience but is looking forward to coaching students to success in their personal educational goals in a smaller setting that adapts to individualized learning styles. Throughout her career she has attended many Professional Development Conferences which have given her teaching strategies to help your students meet their educational objectives.
Cynthia attained her B.A. in Spanish and Teaching Credential from San Diego State University. Her junior year was fulfilled at the, “Universidad de Complutense” in Madrid, Spain through San Diego State University’s International Exchange Program. Subsequently, she completed two 6-week Graduate Study Programs at the same university in Madrid. In addition to her extensive time in Spain, she has also visited Puerto Rico, Mexico and the Dominican Republic.
When Cynthia is not teaching, she enjoys the abundant outdoor life here with her husband by hiking, biking, kayaking, skiing, etc. She also loves cooking and baking and when her two daughters in their 20s visit, she solicits their help in the kitchen. She savors the authentic Spanish/Basque Food and Culture offered at the various establishments located on the Basque Block in Boise.
She looks forward to working with your student and helping to adapt learning to the student’s needs for maximum learning outcomes.

Kathryn T.

Kathryn is a dynamic and empathetic Spanish teacher with extensive experience teaching and tutoring students from kindergarten through high school. Throughout her 32 years as a certified public school teacher in both CT and NJ, Kathryn has never met a student who couldn’t learn Spanish! Adept at breaking down complex language concepts into manageable chucks, Kathryn specializes in providing memorization and test-taking strategies to help eliminate frustration and facilitate academic success. Music and academic games are favorite teaching strategies which often elicit those magical “ah ha” moments on the faces of her students. As a lifelong Spanish learner herself – from a shy, beginning high school Spanish student to her years as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Honduras to recent travels in Spain and Mexico – Kathryn’s own journey inspires her students along their path to language learning success. At this point in her life, Kathryn is extremely excited to have recently made the move with her husband to Philly!!! Short term goals include climbing all of the Manayunk steps, finding that elusive perfect vegetarian pizza slice, and decorating her new home with Facebook Marketplace treasures.

Jaden A.

Jaden graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and a minor in French. During her studies, she had the opportunity to work on research in a chemistry lab during a five-month study abroad in Strasbourg, France. Jaden has worked in teaching roles for children all her life, and she’s spent the last year teaching middle school science (6th-8th grade) at a K-12 school. She helped further develop the curricula and increased the emphasis on laboratory experiments each class, convicted to teach through hands-on experience. Whether she is teaching horseback riding or forces and work, Jaden believes that allowing students to forge their own way to understanding Nature’s laws helps them develop confidence and fires their curiosity.

Eduardo R.

Eduardo is an experienced and versatile tutor who brings both academic depth and real-world insight to every session. With an Honours BA in Economics from Brock University (where he graduated first in his class), a Master’s from Western University, and doctoral-level coursework at McGill, he has supported students across a wide range of subjects—including economics, business, accounting, mathematics (from algebra to calculus), and Spanish, his native language. He’s worked with learners from high school through to the master’s level, always adapting his approach to meet students needs and understanding where they are in their learning journey.

Over the years, Eduardo has served as a teaching assistant and lecturer at Brock, Western, and McGill, and currently works as a Manager in EY Canada’s Economic Advisory group. His teaching philosophy emphasizes clarity, curiosity, and critical thinking—encouraging students to explore the deeper meaning behind concepts and understand how ideas connect across disciplines. His approach is thoughtful and flexible, with an eye toward building confidence and long-term learning.

Outside of tutoring, Eduardo can be found cheering on Real Madrid, playing in local baseball and soccer leagues, traveling with his fiancée, or playing FIFA/EAFC. He believes that when students feel comfortable asking questions and digging into the “why,” learning becomes both meaningful and memorable.

Janet G.

Janet is an experienced math educator who brings over 10 years of classroom experience to her work with students. She believes every child can succeed in math when given the right tools, encouragement, and support. Janet specializes in making math feel engaging and accessible, often using hands-on and project-based approaches to spark curiosity and build confidence. She helped lead her school’s shift to the Illustrative Mathematics curriculum, a program designed to help students truly understand math—not just memorize steps.

Tamara A.

Meet Tamara, a current undergraduate student at North Central College! Tamara is studying German and Secondary Education and is set to graduate in 2027. Besides her main studies, she has a minor in teaching English Learners and has experience teaching in a Spanish-bilingual classroom. Outside of obtaining teaching experience in various schools, Tamara tutors North Central College students in public speaking. Through all of these teaching opportunities, her overall goal is to make learning fun and memorable.

During her personal time she loves to sing and teach little ones at her local church. As well as, taking cooking classes on YouTube and spending time with loved ones.

Addaline D.

Addaline Durham has been passionate about education and mentorship from a young age, beginning her tutoring journey in middle school as part of a peer buddy system. Since then, she has accumulated years of experience working with students of all ages, from early childhood to college-level peers. Throughout high school and college, Addaline continued to tutor a diverse range of learners, providing personalized academic support to help students build confidence and achieve their goals. She has experience tutoring a wide variety of subjects, including Spanish, which she taught at a language learning camp, as well as English, college algebra, biology, political science, and math.

Her adaptability allows her to tailor lessons to each student’s needs, making complex concepts more approachable and engaging. In addition to her tutoring experience, Addaline has worked extensively with younger children as a pre-K teacher. This experience reinforced her ability to create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning environments and tailor lessons to fit each student’s unique needs. With a deep commitment to student success, Addaline takes a patient, personalized approach to teaching. Whether working with young learners on foundational skills or helping older students refine their academic abilities, she is dedicated to fostering growth, curiosity, and confidence in every student she teaches.