Margaret M.
An experienced and results oriented professional educator of Elementary/High School children with learning disabilities, developmental disability and social/emotional disorders. Consistently achieved or exceeded management goals and objectives; excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels of the organization, with associates, students and parents; a team leader and builder with a motivational style. Technically knowledgeable and experienced in utilizing a variety of learning platforms and strategies. Creative and innovative; a problem solver; achievement and accomplishment oriented; dedicated and reliable.
Certified (K-12) Standard Special Education LBS1, LD/SED, unlimited Certified (K-9) Standard Elementary General Education. Proven ability to accurately assess learning problems; EMBRACE skilled in developing Individual Education Plans effectively monitor progress and collect data for behavior, functional analysis. Developed and implemented pre-vocational curriculum in a high school setting. Participated in Intervention training to develop diverse teaching strategies. Implement a team-oriented approach for working with teachers, psychologists, social workers, speech pathologists. Commended in Performance Evaluations for outstanding
Amanda M.
Amanda holds a professional educators license in Illinois and has her Master’s in Curriculum &
Instruction with specialized endorsements in Director of Special Education, LBS1, Reading
Specialist, and ESL. She is a certified Wilson Reading System Level 1 Practitioner and has 11
years of experience working with students in grades K-5 in diverse settings.
Born and raised in Downers Grove, Amanda grew up a lover of school and learning with an
extra passion for math. As she started her career in teaching, her passion switched to reading
and teaching reading! Amanda participated in competitive dance and cheer throughout her
collegiate years and continues to be as active as she can lifting, running, and completing her
first marathon in October 2024! Amanda loves working with students of all ages and abilities,
helping them accomplish their goals and move on to the next challenge!
Ky G.
Ky Gay, an accomplished educator with a Master’s in Psychology and an Education Specialist degree, brings a deep and multifaceted understanding of cognitive development, learning sciences, and instructional strategies tailored to diverse student needs. Her professional journey is distinguished by a consistent record of excellence in teaching, where she has not only elevated academic achievement but also cultivated intellectual curiosity and a passion for lifelong learning in her students.
Guided by two foundational philosophies, Ky believes that education must be an integral part of the present to prepare students for the world of tomorrow and that within every child lies a unique spark of potential, waiting to be ignited. These principles, combined with her unwavering enthusiasm, expertise, and commitment to student success, make her an exceptional choice for any learner in need of academic support.
Why Choose Dr. Ky Gay as Your Tutor?
• Dynamic and Engaging Instruction: With a high-energy, student-centered approach, she transforms learning into an interactive and enjoyable experience.
• Innovative Teaching Methods: By integrating hands-on, real-world applications, she ensures students develop both creative and critical thinking skills.
• Personalized Learning Strategies: She expertly tailors instruction to each student’s unique learning style, fostering confidence and academic growth.
With a dedication to making learning accessible, meaningful, and exciting, Kenyana Gay is confident in her ability to make a lasting impact on students and contribute meaningfully to any educational mission. After all, education isn’t just about memorizing facts—it’s about unlocking doors, inspiring possibilities, and sometimes, proving that algebra really does have a place outside the classroom.
Expert Educator & Learning Specialist:
*Orton-Gillingham Literacy Specialist
*Executive Functioning & ADHD Homework Coach
*Specialist in Learning Differences & Remedial Instruction
*Expertise in ADHD, Specific Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Asperger’s Syndrome, and Targeted Academic Interventions
DIANNE S.
Hello! My name is Dianne and I recently graduated teachers college in 2023. I have worked with children for many years both in education and as a nanny. During my high school years, I tutored for my community service hours and during my university years I worked within different classrooms as well as a classroom tutor. I have experience from K-6 but can most definitely help with grade 7 and 8! I look forward to helping students achieve success in school!
Tamara O.
Mrs. Tamara is a seasoned K–12 teacher based in North County San Diego, with a focus on Language Arts, Reading and Writing, as well as Spanish and German. She has experience teaching AP English and History, and her students have successfully earned college credits through her instruction. Before shifting to one-on-one and small group tutoring, she taught 5th grade and Kindergarten at a private school in San Diego.
Tamara is also a homeschool teacher and has led small group classes with a creative and student-centered approach. She designs engaging lessons that incorporate her students’ interests, helping them build both skills and confidence. In addition to academic support, she has successfully worked with students on executive functioning, motivation, Dyslexia, and ADD/ADHD.
MaatTchaas H.
MaatTchaas H. was born in the Bronx and raised in Brooklyn, New York, and now resides in Kennesaw, Georgia. She holds a B.A. in Dance from SUNY–The College at Brockport and a Master’s degree in Teaching Students with Disabilities (Grades 1–6) from Long Island University. MaatTchaas is a certified special education teacher with over a decade of experience teaching students in Grades 1–10, and she has worked extensively as a SETSS (Special Education Teacher Support Services) provider in New York City, delivering 1:1 and small group instruction to students with IEPs from kindergarten through 12th grade. She specializes in literacy, math intervention, and executive functioning, and is trained in Wilson Fundations, ReadyGen, Journeys, Eureka Math, Go Math, Zearn, and TC Reading and Writing Workshop. MaatTchaas is known for her calm, structured, and compassionate teaching style that builds both skills and confidence. Before transitioning into education, she was a professional dancer and is excited about returning to the studio. In her free time, she enjoys crocheting, traveling, cooking, baking, listening to live music, and curling up with a good book.
Mackenzie B.
Mackenzie is a licensed Reading Specialist with a Master’s Degree in Reading Education and is currently working on a Dyslexia Certificate—because who said learning stops after a degree or two? With 8 years of experience in education, including both teaching and leadership roles, Mackenzie has mastered the art of making reading not just a skill, but an adventure!
Believing that reading should be as fun as it is educational, Mackenzie uses a blend of evidence-based strategies, games, and a whole lot of enthusiasm to help students build essential reading skills while developing a lifelong love for reading. Every session is personalized to match your child’s unique needs, ensuring that each lesson feels like it was designed just for them (because it is!).
When Mackenzie isn’t helping students unlock the wonders of reading, you’ll find her sipping on a strong cup of coffee, spending time with her beloved pug, traveling to explore new places (especially national parks!), or indulging in all things pop culture—whether it’s video games, movies, or anything related to the worlds of entertainment. After a year-long adventure in Hawaii, Mackenzie hit the open road for a cross-country road trip, discovering all the beauty this country has to offer, before finding her way back to Georgia. With a deep love for both literacy and life, Mackenzie is excited to bring fun and a touch of adventure to your child’s reading journey.
Ann S.
Ann Stec grew up teaching. As the oldest of four children, and the only girl, she would often create a “classroom” for her younger brother, taking them through practice with letters and numbers. Her mom would buy used workbooks at thrift stores for her to use with her “pupils” each week. Ann loved it–her brothers were decidedly on the fence!
When it was time to officially choose a career, Ann went to Illinois State and graduated with a B.S. in Education with concentrations in Language Arts and Reading. Her plan was to teach junior high school students to love reading and learning. But a few years into teaching, Ann was recruited to teach teachers at the elementary level how to teach reading in their classrooms. It was a leap–big kids to little–but it turned out to be a game changer!
While working at the elementary level, Ann found that some students continued to struggle to acquire literacy skills, despite receiving intervention. She realized she needed to learn more about how to help these students and decided to pursue her Wilson Level 1 certification. She credits that decision as the single best decision of her professional career and she has spent the last nineteen years of her career helping kids who learn differently master how to read.
Ann believes that the best instruction–at any level–empowers students to be reflective learners and goal setters. She believes that teacher, parent and student comprise the learning team and is an advocate of working with parents and students together in order to help all kids reach their academic potential.
Ann is in her 29th year of teaching and currently works as a Reading Specialist/Literacy Coach in Naperville 203. She holds a Master of Arts in Teaching, is ELL certified and is a certified Wilson Level 1 Instructor. In her free time, she volunteers with animal welfare agencies (she has nine pets!), READS, thrifts, travels, and hangs out with her favorite people as much as possible.
EMMA C.
Emma is a passionate educator with a degree from the University of Calgary, specializing in teaching K-9 students with extensive and specialized experience in both literacy and math instruction. She has worked as a Literacy & Math Instructor at a school for students with learning disabilities, where she customized educational plans to meet the unique needs of each learner. Trained in specialized instructional methods such as Wilson Reading System, Orton-Gillingham, Woodin Math, Jump Math, Chisanbop and Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing, Emma is dedicated to helping students build confidence and succeed academically.
Emma’s approach to teaching emphasizes the importance of creating a supportive, engaging environment where students feel empowered to grow. Her expertise in both literacy and math, combined with her background in early childhood and outdoor education, science and social studies enables her to connect with students in a variety of ways.
In her personal life, Emma is fun-loving, and enjoys painting, hiking, skiing, travelling, playing sports, and spending time with her dogs and cat. Her diverse passions make it easy for her to relate to students from all walks of life, fostering strong, positive connections with the students she works with.
LILY A.
Lily is a NYS-certified Special Education Teacher and Literacy Specialist with 21 years of classroom experience teaching students with a variety of learning needs. In addition, she has extensive experience privately tutoring students, from elementary to high school, to address their unique learning styles. Over the years, she has developed a passion for helping students who struggle with learning how to read, particularly those with learning disabilities such as dyslexia. Lily understands that reading is the foundation of success in both the academic and career world. She believes that all children can learn to read, but for some, the road will be more difficult. These are the students that she is passionate about helping to find their way to becoming skilled, fluent readers. She is a strong believer in a “structured literacy” approach to teaching reading as this is a necessary method of instruction for many students. In addition to her New York State teaching certifications, Lily is certified as a Level One Dyslexia Practitioner in the Wilson Reading System. She is also CERI certified by the International Dyslexia Association as a Structured Literacy Dyslexia Interventionist.