Todd P.
Todd P. is a highly experienced science and test preparation specialist with nearly two decades of experience in education. Since beginning his career in 2006, he has taught Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and AP Physics, helping students develop deep conceptual understanding and lasting confidence in challenging subjects.
In addition to his classroom teaching, Todd has served as a content coordinator for both Judson ISD and Houston ISD, giving him strong insight into curriculum standards, assessment design, and academic expectations across grade levels.
Todd provides expert tutoring in:
- Science: Biology (including AP Biology), Chemistry, Physics, Physical Science, Earth Science, Environmental Science (including middle school 6–8), and Genetics
- Mathematics: Algebra, Algebra II, Trigonometry, and math foundations that support science success
- College-Level Coursework: BIOL 111, BIOL 112, BIOL 213, CHEM 119
- Standardized Test Prep: ACT, PSAT/SAT, ASVAB, SSAT/ISEE, STAAR, TSI, GRE, and AP exams
He also helps students strengthen core academic and technical skills, including graphing, data interpretation, Excel, Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Google Slides, and PowerPoint — tools that are essential for modern academic success.
Families value Todd’s ability to simplify complex material, build effective test-taking strategies, and tailor instruction to each student’s learning style. His goal is not only to improve grades and test scores, but to equip students with the confidence and independent thinking skills needed for long-term success.
Outside of education, Todd enjoys art, writing, reading, and spending time outdoors.
Benjamin N.
Benjamin N. is a highly experienced educator, healthcare professional, and retired United States Army veteran with more than 30 years of experience teaching health sciences and medical technology. His career has combined military service, higher education leadership, clinical laboratory science, and student mentorship, giving him a unique ability to connect academic concepts to real-world applications in healthcare and science.
Benjamin began his teaching career while serving in the United States Army, where he was selected as an instructor for an Advanced Medical Laboratory Program. He served in that role for six years before continuing his career in both healthcare and higher education leadership following his military retirement. Throughout his career, he has remained deeply passionate about teaching, mentoring, and helping students build confidence in challenging subjects.
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, a Master of Arts in Health Services Management, and a Master of Science in Healthcare Administration. In addition to his teaching background, Benjamin has served in numerous leadership roles within higher education and healthcare, including Department Chair for Allied Health programs at San Jacinto College, where he oversaw multiple healthcare training programs and helped significantly improve student success, enrollment, and certification pass rates.
Benjamin specializes in science and health-related subjects including Anatomy, Biology, Genetics, Pathophysiology, Environmental Science, Earth Science, Physical Science, Geography, and Health. He also supports students in middle school mathematics, STAAR math preparation, elementary education, and academic writing. His broad educational and professional background allows him to adapt his instruction to students with a variety of learning styles and academic goals.
Known for his structured, supportive teaching style, Benjamin focuses on helping students truly understand concepts rather than simply memorize information. Families appreciate his patience, professionalism, and ability to encourage students to believe in their abilities while developing stronger study habits and academic confidence.
Benjamin is excited to continue sharing his knowledge and experience with students and helping them achieve long-term academic success.
Raven E.
Raven is a Texas-certified educator specializing in middle school mathematics, science, and individualized academic support. With a Master of Education in STEM from Southern Methodist University, a bachelor’s degree in Rhetoric and Communication Studies from the University of Richmond, and classroom experience teaching middle school science in San Antonio ISD, Raven brings an engaging combination of technical knowledge, communication skills, and student-centered instruction to tutoring.
Raven graduated from the University of Richmond in 2023, earning her Bachelor of Arts in Rhetoric and Communication Studies with minors in Business Administration and Dance. She continued her education at Southern Methodist University, pursuing a Master of Education focused on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). She also earned herTexas teaching certification in Mathematics and Science for grades 4–8, giving her specialized preparation to support students during the academically important middle school years.
Raven spent two years teaching seventh- and eighth-grade science at Will Rogers Academy in San Antonio Independent School District, where she served as a Teach for America corps member. Through this experience, she developed a strong understanding of the academic, organizational, and developmental challenges students face as they transition toward high school.
During her time in the classroom, Raven worked with students from diverse backgrounds and with a wide range of academic needs. She developed lessons designed to encourage curiosity, strengthen critical thinking, and help students connect classroom concepts to the world around them. She also helped coordinate the school’s participation in district science fairs, where students earned third place overall in two consecutive years.
Raven believes that effective teaching begins with understanding the individual student. She takes time to learn about each student’s interests, strengths, challenges, and goals, then adapts instruction to make learning more meaningful and accessible. Her approach emphasizes active participation, curiosity, and helping students develop the confidence to think independently rather than simply memorize information.
With her STEM education and mathematics/science certification, Raven provides support in middle school mathematics, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Algebra II, Geometry, graphing, general science, and middle school environmental science. She understands the importance of strengthening foundational mathematical skills before students encounter more advanced concepts and works to make challenging material understandable through clear explanations, guided practice, and practical examples.
Raven also brings an unusually strong background in English, writing, rhetoric, and communication for a STEM-focused educator. During her undergraduate studies, she worked as a Speech Consultant at the University of Richmond, helping students strengthen presentations and communicate ideas more effectively. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for supporting students with English Language Arts, reading, writing, and college essay development.
Her university research experience further strengthens her analytical and communication skills. At the University of Richmond, Raven worked as a research analyst on a digital mapping project examining the historical effects of redlining. She has also contributed to research at SMU involving language, technology, and artificial intelligence, including manuscript development and data analysis.
Beyond individual academic subjects, Raven helps students strengthen executive functioning, organization, study habits, test-taking strategies, and academic confidence. Her classroom experience taught her how closely academic performance is connected to a student’s ability to manage assignments, understand expectations, and approach challenging tasks with a clear plan.
Raven offers tutoring across a broad range of subjects, including elementary academics, middle school math and science, English Language Arts, reading, writing, and selected high school mathematics courses. She also provides support forSTAAR, PSAT/SAT, and ACT preparation, helping students strengthen underlying academic skills and become more comfortable with challenging questions and testing environments.
One of Raven’s greatest strengths is her ability to combine structured instruction with a relatable, encouraging personality. She believes students learn more effectively when they feel respected, understood, and comfortable asking questions. By building positive relationships and connecting lessons to students’ interests, she works to make tutoring both productive and enjoyable.
Outside of education, Raven enjoys exercising, creating art, baking, and reading. She is also an enthusiastic San Antonio Spurs fan, with fond memories of cheering for the team growing up. Music is another major interest, particularly 1980s alternative, dark wave, and electronic music.
Above all, Raven finds purpose in helping young people discover their abilities and develop the confidence to pursue their goals. Whether she is helping a middle school student strengthen math skills, making science more engaging, supporting writing development, or building better academic habits, Raven’s goal is to help students become curious, capable, and independent learners.
Abby G.
Abby has been working in education for nearly six years and is currently in her fifth year of classroom teaching. She has experience working with students across a wide range of grade levels, from Pre-K through 11th grade.
She currently serves as an AP English Language and English I teacher and previously taught middle school Social Studies for four years. Her diverse classroom experience allows her to adapt instruction to meet the needs of different ages and learning styles.
Abby is passionate about helping students experience those meaningful “a-ha” moments that move them to the next level in their learning. She values building strong, positive relationships with her students and believes that children learn best from educators they trust and enjoy working with.
She looks forward to supporting students through personalized, one-on-one instruction and partnering with families to help their children succeed.
Gilbert H.
Gilbert is an experienced mathematics educator, military leader, and data analyst with a unique ability to help students build both academic skills and confidence. He brings over nine years of classroom teaching experience, combined with more than a decade of leadership as a United States Marine Corps artillery officer.
Gilbert taught high school mathematics for nearly a decade, working with over 1,800 students across subjects including Algebra, Geometry, Advanced Quantitative Reasoning, Financial Math, and Precalculus. He is certified in Mathematics (Grades 7–12) and Computer Science and has a strong track record of improving student performance, including increasing class averages and engagement through structured, strategy-based instruction.
In addition to his teaching experience, Gilbert currently serves as a data analyst for the United States Air Force, where he applies advanced problem-solving, data analysis, and systems thinking—skills he brings directly into his tutoring approach. His background allows him to connect math concepts to real-world applications, helping students understand not just how to solve problems, but why the methods work.
Gilbert is passionate about helping students overcome challenges and develop a growth mindset. Drawing from his military leadership experience, he understands that every student learns differently and tailors his instruction to each individual’s strengths, personality, and learning style. He focuses on simplifying complex problems, building effective strategies, and developing the confidence students need to succeed both academically and personally.
Families appreciate Gilbert’s structured, encouraging approach and his ability to motivate students to push past obstacles and reach their full potential.
Outside of tutoring, Gilbert enjoys mentoring others, continuing his professional development, and spending time with his family.
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Muskaan T.
Hi, I’m Muskaan, a graduate student in Bioengineering at Rice University with a strong interdisciplinary foundation in bioinformatics, biology, chemistry, and mathematics. With over five years of tutoring experience, I’ve had the opportunity to guide high school, undergraduate, and graduate students through subjects such as organic chemistry, biology, genetics, calculus, biostatistics etc. My teaching philosophy centers on turning complex topics into clear, engaging lessons that connect theory to real-world applications. Beyond tutoring, my professional experience spans both academic research and clinical practice from analyzing genetic risk factors for cardiovascular disease as a Graduate Researcher at UTHealth Houston, to assisting with pain management and pediatric clinics. These experiences have strengthened my ability to bridge scientific knowledge with practical understanding, which I strive to bring into every session. I’m passionate about helping students not only master challenging material but also build lasting confidence, curiosity, and a genuine appreciation for learning.
Samantha S.
Samantha is a bilingual educator with more than 20 years of experience helping students of all ages discover their strengths and enjoy learning. She has taught everything from core subjects in Elementary to Social Studies and English in Middle School to English as a Second Language (ESL) to adults and is known for turning challenges into confidence-building wins through social-emotional learning (SEL). With a Master’s in Positive Education and certifications in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), English as a Second Language (ESL), Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) and Family Coaching, Samantha combines expertise with a warm, encouraging approach that brings out the best in every learner. Samantha combines strong academic expertise with a supportive, student-focused approach. She partners with families to ensure students not only improve their grades but also grow in confidence, motivation, and prevailing learning skills. A lifelong student herself, she’s always taking new courses to keep life (and learning) exciting. When she’s not teaching, you’ll probably find her traveling with her family to eco-destinations where she can connect with nature, reading a thrilling novel, or singing her heart out—sometimes all at once!
Anvitha E.
Anvitha Ellanki is a dedicated tutor from San Antonio, Texas, who blends academic excellence with a deep passion for mentoring and service. Graduated in the top 2% of her class at Health Careers High School and an AP Scholar, she has completed 15 AP courses and earned college credits in subjects like medical terminology, calculus, and English. Beyond the classroom, she’s led health fairs, coached debate students, and conducted research on everything from cactus moths to stem cell therapy for neurodegenerative diseases. Whether she’s tutoring students, prepping students for UIL, or editing essays, Anvitha strives to create engaging, supportive, and personalized learning experiences. She’s fluent in English, Telugu, Tamil, and Spanish, trained in classical Indian dance, and believes that confidence and curiosity are the foundation of any student’s success. When she’s not tutoring, you’ll likely find her volunteering at a local hospital, performing Bharatanatyam on stage, or enthusiastically color-coding yet another planner.
Eric B.
Eric Barbosa is Certified 4th-8th grade math teacher in San Antonio, TX with 10 years of experience with 6th-8th grade math. He has 23 years of experience in middle school education, which include teaching math and coaching. Eric enjoys teaching students and helping them to understand mathematical relationships in a way that makes math fun and relevant.
Within Eric’s professional responsibilities are academic leadership, curriculum planning and data analysis. Eric also plans academic interventions for students in need. He finds satisfaction in inspiring student motivation and the joy of learning through success, confidence and fun. One of his favorite quotes is, “If you make your work fun, then you get to wake up and go to “fun” everyday.”
Personally, Eric enjoys spending time with family, reading, outdoor activities and carpentry.
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 24-25 school year teaching middle school science; She helped further develop the curricula and increased the emphasis on laboratory experiments each class, convicted to teach through hands-on experience. Since her teaching experience, she has transitioned to tutoring and substitute teaching. She has experience tutoring middle school and high school science and math, and welcomes students with diverse backgrounds and educational experiences. 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.
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