Nora F.

Annie is a licensed high school Spanish teacher with over 12 years of teaching experience and over 15 years of tutoring experience. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Language from NC State University. She is a native of NC but was born and raised in the small town of Welcome, NC.

She loves sharing her passion for the Spanish language and cultures with her students. She values real-world applications and using authentic resources to help students improve their abilities across all four skills–listening, reading, writing, and speaking. Her favorite part of the job is watching students become more confident and comfortable with the language.

When she’s not teaching she loves spending time with family and friends, reading, and traveling the world and exploring new places. She has traveled to over 15 countries, many of those with students in tow!

Leslie S.

Leslie is the kind of teacher who remembers that behind every assignment is a real kid with their own strengths, challenges, and pace. A certified EC-6 Generalist and EC-12 ESL Supplemental educator, she was born and raised right here in Austin, Texas.

Leslie earned her BA in Spanish Literature from the University of Colorado–Boulder, studied abroad in Seville, Spain, and completed her teaching certification at St. Edward’s University. Since then, she’s taught and tutored just about every age — kindergarten, elementary, and middle school students, plus adults — in ESL, literacy, Language Arts, and Math. She has special training in helping students with dyslexia, autism, and other learning differences, and she’s a TIA-recognized educator.

More than anything, Leslie loves learning and loves helping kids discover that they can do hard things. She teaches with patience, an open mind, and a whole lot of heart — and the relationships she builds with her students are what she treasures most.

Melissa G.

Melissa is a Psychology graduate from York University with a strong passion for education and supporting children in reaching their academic and personal potential. She brings experience working with children with autism and developmental disabilities in educational and developmental settings, along with knowledge and hands-on experience in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). Through this experience, she has supported children in developing communication, social skills, emotional regulation, independence, and academic learning using individualized and evidence-informed strategies.
As an academic tutor, Melissa provides support in French Immersion, Spanish, English reading and writing, and elementary-level mathematics. She understands that every student has a unique learning style and works to adapt her approach to meet each child’s individual strengths, needs, and goals. Her background in psychology and ABA allows her to incorporate structured learning strategies, positive reinforcement, encouragement, and individualized behavioural supports to promote engagement, focus, and confidence.
Melissa strives to create a positive, patient, and supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and developing new skills at their own pace. She believes that academic success goes hand in hand with confidence, motivation, and independence, and she takes the time to recognize and celebrate each student’s progress, no matter how big or small.
With a student-centered approach grounded in empathy, patience, and encouragement, Melissa is dedicated to helping learners strengthen their academic foundations while developing a genuine enjoyment of learning. She is committed to providing individualized support that helps students overcome challenges, build confidence, and develop the skills necessary to become more independent learners. Through her academic tutoring and ABA-informed experience, Melissa strives to empower every student to recognize their strengths, reach their goals, and feel confident in their ability to succeed both academically and personally.

Kaegan F.

Kaegan completed a Bachelor of Science with an Honors Specialisation in Computer Science at the University of Western Ontario. He has hands-on experience (literally!) with data centers and operations from his experience working at Western. He also has a catalogue of previous projects including topics such as video game development, AI, and cryptography. He has lived in Paraguay and is fluent in Spanish. He has experience teaching Spanish to prospective exchange students to Spanish-speaking countries. In his free time, he enjoys playing chess, reading in the park, and self-studying math. He is passionate about both mathematics and Computer Science and believes true learning comes from deep understanding of the core materials and how they relate, as well as an appreciation of the beauty inherent in the subjects, rather than memorisation. His approach emphasises not only comprehension of materials but genuine enjoyment.

Jose P.

Jose. “Alex” P. is a linguistics student, tutor, and educator with a passion for language, the humanities, and helping students become more confident and engaged learners. Alex is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics in Global and Local Communities at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), with particular interest in the educational applications of linguistics and bilingual and ESL instruction.

Alex has gained experience working with students in several different educational settings, including private tutoring, in-class academic support, and K–12 substitute teaching. As a freelance tutor, Alex works directly with students and families to improve grades, strengthen content retention, assist with homework, and provide additional learning resources students can use outside of tutoring sessions.

Alex also worked as an in-class tutor with Woodlawn Academy in San Antonio ISD, supporting students both individually and in small groups while collaborating with classroom teachers and providing instruction aligned with Texas educational standards. Previous experience as a K–12 substitute teacher provided additional exposure to students across a wide range of ages, subjects, abilities, and classroom environments.

Language and communication are particular strengths for Alex. Their study of linguistics provides a valuable foundation for understanding how language works and how students acquire reading, writing, and second-language skills. Alex communicates comfortably with both Spanish- and French-speaking individuals and provides tutoring in conversational Spanish, middle and high school Spanish, and middle and high school French, as well as English and ESL.

Alex particularly enjoys the humanities and works with students in English, English Language Arts, reading, writing, social studies, U.S. History, World History, and AP World History. Their interest in language, culture, and history allows Alex to help students make connections between subjects rather than treating each course as an isolated collection of facts.

Alex also offers broad academic support for elementary students across core subjects and works with middle and high school students in Pre-Algebra, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Biology, and Environmental Science. This versatility can make Alex an especially good fit for families looking for one tutor who can help a student manage assignments and strengthen skills across several subjects.

In addition to subject-specific instruction, Alex supports students with ADHD-related academic skills, handwriting, study and organizational strategies, and STAAR preparation. Their approach emphasizes building a comfortable tutoring relationship where students feel free to ask questions, work through mistakes, and develop greater ownership of their learning.

Alex believes that effective tutoring should do more than help a student finish tonight’s homework. By using creative activities, targeted practice, and individualized explanations, they strive to improve both immediate academic performance and long-term understanding. Their goal is to help students recognize that challenging material becomes much more manageable when it is presented in a way that connects with how they learn.

Outside of academics, Alex has a strong interest in theater and currently participates in UTSA Student Theater, following earlier involvement with the International Thespian Society. This background complements their interests in language and communication and brings creativity and an engaging personality to their work with students.

Above all, Alex strives to champion a genuine love of learning while giving students the individualized academic support they need to become more confident, capable, and independent learners.

Juan S.

Dr. Juan S. graduated from the Nova Southeastern University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology. He completed a Masters and Doctorate in Education from the University of Florida. He completed his teaching internship in Houston, where he taught in a Grade 6 class. He has worked as a teacher, instructional coach, and as an Assistant Principal and Principal. In 2026, he jumped at the opportunity to offer tutoring to students that need additional assistance. He enjoys working with kids and expanding their horizons. In his spare time he likes to travel, play racquetball, and spend time with his family.

Téa C.

Téa brings a distinctive interdisciplinary academic background to her teaching, with three degrees and a post-baccalaureate certification across multiple fields, including the sciences, Spanish linguistics, and classical music! She is currently pursuing a PhD with a focus on neuroscientific research. Her academic path reflects her belief that different fields of knowledge are deeply interconnected, and that understanding those connections can lead to a richer and more intuitive approach to learning and to life overall.

She has had the opportunity to teach and support learners across a wide range of ages, from young children and adolescents to teens, adults, and senior adults. Her experience as a behavioral therapist and interventionist with younger learners taught her the importance of meeting each student as an individual—understanding how they communicate, what interests them, and what helps them engage with new ideas. She has also helped adults develop practical skills, from basic computer competency in an increasingly digital world to teaching them how to shred on guitar!

In her spare time, she can usually be found curating the perfect song playlist, cooking something spicy, or enjoying the great outdoors.

Lynette S.

Lynette earned a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Education from Longwood University and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction (ESL/Multilingual/Multicultural Ed) from George Mason University. Her love for language pedagogy and teaching did not stop there, as she is credentialed to teach AP Spanish, Spanish immersion, and college-level (dual enrollment) courses, as well. Lynette is a teacher with Virginia Public Schools and is an adjunct professor with Virginia Community Colleges. Lynette has over 20 years of language-teaching experience to include, teaching students from PK to college in various settings in Virginia and experiences teaching and living abroad in Latin America. Lynette enjoys watching students grow and become confident in their Spanish-language skills and seeing students learn about another culture, which often leads to finding out how much we all have in common. When she is not teaching, Lynette is spending time with her family, traveling, and gardening.

Rachel M.

Nelson R.

Nelson is a New York State-certified Spanish teacher with extensive
experience teaching and tutoring students from diverse linguistic and cultural
backgrounds. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Modern Languages, a master’s degree in
Spanish Education from Brooklyn College, and a master’s degree in Teaching Spanish as
a Foreign Language from the University of Valladolid in Spain. He has also completed
specialized training in educational neuropsychology and inclusive, brain-based teaching
strategies.Nelson’s teaching experience spans the United States, Colombia, China, and Europe,
giving him a uniquely international perspective on language learning and education. A
native Spanish speaker who also speaks English, Japanese, and French, he understands
firsthand both the challenges and rewards of learning another language. His teaching
approach emphasizes communication, confidence, critical thinking, and lessons tailored
to each student’s interests, goals, and learning style. Nelson especially enjoys helping students move beyond memorization and use Spanish naturally and meaningfully. Outside the classroom, he enjoys literature, hiking, traveling, metalworking and jewelry making, and continuing to learn languages himself – interests
that often give him plenty of material for engaging conversations with his students.