Christy C.

Christy graduated with honors from Texas State University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in middle school education. As a certified teacher for grades 4-8, she taught writing and mathematics in public school classrooms. After marrying her active-duty military husband, Christy continued to educate through private tutoring and substitute teaching at various duty stations nationwide. She has worked with ages Pre-K – 8th grade with extensive experience in improving students ability to understand and solve multistep and mathematical word problems.

For the past eight years, she has focused on raising her two children, with whom she loves to go on adventures. Christy enjoys exploring new playgrounds, restaurants, and theme parks with her family, as well as practicing yoga and Pilates for personal relaxation.

Michael B.

Michael graduated from The University of Texas at San Antonio with a Masters of Science in Mathematics, a Bachelors of Science in Mathematics, and a Bachelors of Science in Physics. He is currently finishing up a Masters in Philosophy.

Before joining Prep Academy Tutors, Michael had 4 years of experience as a Teaching Assistant and Tutor in both Mathematics and Philosophy. He also has served as a guest lecturer in philosophy courses. Michael’s commitment to his students is strong, and he cares deeply about teaching and helping people learn.

Shelley R.

Shelley R. is a certified English and German Teacher, grades 8-12. She grew up in Casper, Wyoming and completed an Undergraduate Degree in Secondary Education at University of Wyoming in 1994. She grew up with a deep love of travel and took the opportunity to be an exchange student in Germany in 1992-3. After returning and graduating, Shelley then wanted to use her passion for teaching and working with children. Starting in 1997, she taught English Language Arts in many states being a former military wife. She also taught German for 1 year in Kansas. As well, she completed a Postgraduate Degree in Secondary Education: Classroom Technology in 2003 at Kansas State University.
She has supported and invested in improving students’ academic skills using her passion for writing and reading. She believes that by building a solid relationship with her students, she can better meet their needs and grow their learning. As a former teacher of 18 years and a tutor, she continues to develop strategies for working with children. She finds working with children to be rewarding and fulfilling.

Courtney P.

Courtney P. holds a Bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Science from the University of Texas at Austin and is currently pursuing a Doctorate of Pharmacy at the same institution, having successfully completed three out of four years of the program. During a recent break from her doctoral studies, she taught mathematics and science to 4th and 5th grade students at Prairie Lea ISD, where she also provided after-school tutoring for students in grades K–12 across a variety of STAAR-tested subjects.

Courtney has extensive experience delivering small-group and one-on-one interventions for students needing remedial support, as well as for bilingual emergent learners and those with special education needs. While her formal classroom experience is still growing, she brings a wealth of tutoring experience that began during her freshman year of high school. Over the years, she has supported students in mastering challenging Advanced Placement courses, including Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, Statistics, U.S. History, and World History.

Outside of education, Courtney leads an active and dynamic lifestyle. She manages the 35-acre farm where she lives, enjoys kickboxing, and spends time with her two dogs. A talented cook and avid baker, she also enjoys sketching and has developed a strong knowledge of war and military collectibles, antique firearms, sports card trading, and coin collecting—interests she shares with her fiancée through their family business.

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.

Cameron W.

Cameron is a recent graduate from the University of Texas at San Antonio, garnering a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. At the beginning of his undergraduate education in Psychology, Cameron rose to the roles of Research Assistant and Lab Manager in the Team on Acculturation, Risk, and the Development of Identity and Self (TARDIS) Lab. These roles involved not only data collection and management of local administrative operations but also the social awareness necessary to engage with topics such as identity-based marginalization and foster interdependent relationships with team members at all levels. As Lab Manager, he worked to centralize information and redesign organizational systems that improved collective understanding within the University of Texas at San Antonio’s Department of Psychology. Cameron continued these roles throughout their bachelor’s degree, adding positions as a Tutor and Student Administrative Assistant in UTSA’s Department of Biology, Health, and the Environment. In these roles, they utilized their in-depth knowledge of biological sciences and artistic skills to help peers achieve academic success. Throughout his undergraduate education, Cameron received awards and recognition from UTSA’s School of Art, contributing to efforts and exhibitions featured in the main gallery. As an aspiring educator, Cameron establishes the foundations of his teaching framework and practices upon his values of creativity, compassion, and communication. In serving his peers and community as a teaching assistant, tutor, research lab manager, and community worker, Cameron has exemplified the power within each of these values.

MICAELA M.

Micaela holds a bachelor’s degree in French with a minor in education, equipping her with a strong foundation in language instruction and pedagogy. She has also earned the DALF C1 (Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française), an internationally recognized certification that demonstrates her advanced proficiency in French.

With a deep understanding of writing, grammar, and reading in both English and French, Micaela is passionate about helping students develop strong literacy skills and a love for language learning. She tailors her teaching approach to meet each child’s unique needs, ensuring they feel confident, supported, and motivated in their academics.

Beyond language instruction, Micaela is well-equipped to support students in Kindergarten through Grade 7 across all subjects. Whether helping with French language acquisition, English composition, or general coursework, she is committed to fostering a positive and encouraging learning environment where students can thrive.

Victoria W.

Cian L.

Cian is a dedicated and enthusiastic educator with a passion for helping young learners build confidence and excel in their studies. With four years of experience working with elementary students, he specializes in creating dynamic and engaging learning experiences that make complex concepts easy to understand. His ability to break down challenging topics into manageable, relatable lessons ensures that students feel supported and motivated every step of the way.

With a patient, encouraging, and student-centered approach, Cian tailors his teaching to accommodate a wide range of learning styles and abilities. Whether working with struggling learners who need extra reinforcement or advanced students seeking new challenges, he adapts lessons to meet each child’s unique needs. His focus on strengthening reading, writing, and math skills is complemented by an emphasis on building positive study habits and critical thinking skills, equipping students with the tools they need for long-term success.

Beyond academics, Cian believes that fostering a growth mindset and a love for learning is just as important as mastering core subjects. By creating a warm, supportive environment where students feel safe to take risks and ask questions, he helps them develop resilience, curiosity, and confidence in their abilities. His goal is not just to help students succeed in school, but to inspire a lifelong passion for learning that will benefit them far beyond the classroom.

Oriane C-C

Oriane est une tutrice en français passionnée par l’accompagnement des étudiants dans leur parcours d’apprentissage. Sa personnalité positive et persévérante crée un environnement propice à l’épanouissement et à la réussite. Elle croit fermement que chaque étudiant possède un potentiel unique, et son approche consiste à les aider à dépasser leurs limites personnelles, tant sur le plan académique que psychologique. Grâce à des techniques de coaching et de soutien émotionnel, elle parvient à instaurer un climat de confiance, ce qui permet aux étudiants de se libérer de leurs blocages et de développer leur confiance en eux.

Oriane est également extrêmement attentive aux détails, un atout précieux pour personnaliser ses méthodes d’enseignement en fonction des besoins spécifiques de chacun. Elle s’assure que chaque aspect de l’apprentissage soit pris en compte, qu’il s’agisse de la compréhension des concepts ou de l’expression écrite et orale. Grâce à son approche méticuleuse et à sa capacité à détecter les petites erreurs souvent négligées, elle aide ses élèves à progresser rapidement et efficacement. Avec Oriane, l’apprentissage du français devient une aventure stimulante et enrichissante, portée par la persévérance et la volonté de réussir ensemble.