Adriana S.

Adriana S. is a dedicated educator with a strong foundation in special education and a passion for helping students succeed across various grade levels. Holding a Master of Education in Special Education with a Reading Endorsement from the University of West Georgia, along with an Education Specialist Degree in Instructional Technology from Piedmont College, Adriana brings a wealth of knowledge in applying effective learning strategies tailored to each student’s unique needs. With experience in both general and special education settings, Adriana excels at working with diverse learners, adapting teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles, and ensuring students build confidence and academic skills. Adriana is committed to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that empowers students to reach their full potential.
Outside the classroom, Adriana enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, and dancing.

Danica R.

As a mathematics major, Danica Reddock takes education seriously and she is committed to helping students succeed. She has been tutoring for six years while keeping her own grades up, and she has five dogs and a cat. Her approach is professional, patient, and personalized, ensuring that every lesson is productive and stress-free. She tailors each session to each individual’s learning style and pace. Being a college student herself, Danica understands that some concepts are more difficult to grasp than others. She also knows that not everybody learns in the same way. She prides herself on being able to help students find what works best for them.

Kristina W.

Kristina W. is a certified educator with over six years of experience as an elementary classroom teacher. A proud Double Dawg, she earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Early Childhood Education from the University of Georgia. Kristina has a strong background in teaching all core subjects and holds certification in the Orton-Gillingham approach, equipping her to support diverse learning needs. Her teaching philosophy centers around nurturing the whole child, honoring each student’s individuality, background, and unique challenges. She strives to create a learning environment where students feel valued for their strengths and empowered to grow in areas they’re still developing. Recently relocated to the Marietta area, Kristina is excited to become an active part of her new community. Outside the classroom, you’ll often find her walking her two dogs, gardening, or enjoying a good podcast.

Charles B.

Dr. Barclay is a seasoned educator with over 20 years of teaching experience. He has taught learners in every grade and over fifteen subjects, including Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Earth Science, Reading, and Language Arts.  Dr. Barclay holds a Bachelor’s degree with a double major in Political Science and Philosophy from the University of Maryland at College Park, a Master’s degree in Philosophy from Western Michigan University, a Master’s of Science in Logic, Computation and Philosophy from Carnegie Mellon University, and PhD in Philosophy from the University of Maryland at College Park. Dr. Barclay’s pedagogy has been acknowledged by others. In 2019, he was awarded the Graduate School’s Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award for AY 2018. This achievement is given to the top 2% of 4,000 Graduate Assistants in a given year.

Dr. Barclay has a range of experience in private tutoring, including tutoring students whose native language is not English. He understands that tutoring is not a one-size-fits-all approach, and, consequently, aims to work with students and their families to understand the unique needs of the students. To that end, Dr. Barclay tries to create a tailored tutoring approach, specific to the learner by walking the student through a range of assignments, including homework assignments and projects. When necessary, Dr. Barclay even communicates with the student’s teachers about missed work and additional resources that could enrich the student’s education. His commitment and wholistic approach to tutoring is seen in the success of his students – many of whom see significant improvements in test scores and overall GPA.

Finally, it should be noted that the breadth of Dr. Barclay’s teaching experience has given him opportunities to teach a wide range of students from the general student population to students with learning, mental, or physical disabilities. Indeed, some of Dr. Barclay’s students with special needs continued to be tutored by him even after graduating high school. Through his teaching experiences, Dr. Barclay recognizes that learning is a life-long journey and he is happy to play a role in the learner’s journey.

Stephen A.

I am currently a Literacy Instructional Specialist with 16 years of experience in education, including a variety of leadership roles. My work is grounded in the Science of Reading, and I specialize in building students’ skills in reading, writing, and test preparation. I am passionate about supporting students one-on-one and helping them grow into confident, capable learners. I earned my first three degrees from Kennesaw State University and Georgia State University, and I am now pursuing my doctorate at Liberty University. With a strong foundation in research-based practices and a heart for individualized learning, I look forward to making a lasting impact through tutoring.

Alexis R.

Alexis is a certified teacher who loves helping kids increase their ability to achieve goals through learning. Born in Indiana, Alexis graduated with a psychology degree from Anderson University. She went on to pursue a master’s degree in Elementary Education from Western Governors University. She has taught second grade, fifth grade math and science, and STEM specials for Fulton and Paulding County. Alexis has years of experience working with students with ADHD and can provide strategies to develop focus. Alexis believes in collaborating with teachers and consistent building toward real world application to foster achievement and growth.

Alexis has also created two successful businesses: one an early learning childcare business; the other a non-profit helping kids with cancer. In her opinion, helping children helps families who help the world. During her free time, she loves spending time with her family, volunteering in the children’s ministry and writing her first YA novel.

Taylor S.

Dr. Taylor Sloop is a professor at Perimeter College, part of Georgia State University, where she teaches in the Mathematics, Engineering, and Computer Science Department. She holds a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering and an MBA from Georgia Tech, both completed in 2024. Dr. Cabral earned her undergraduate degrees from Harvey Mudd College—one in Engineering and the other in Dance—reflecting her lifelong passion for both science and the arts. Her interdisciplinary training has shaped a creative and dynamic teaching style, enabling her to explain complex concepts through a variety of analogies and approaches tailored to each student. In addition to her college teaching, she has been tutoring high school students in STEM subjects and has completed a teaching certification at Georgia Tech to further refine her instructional techniques. When she’s not in the classroom, Dr. Sloop enjoys teaching knitting and crochet, blending logic and creativity in yet another form. She believes that learning should be both rigorous and joyful—and that with the right support, every student can thrive.

Daniela B.

Daniela is a senior at Brigham Young University, studying Statistics with an emphasis in Data Science and a minor in Mathematics. She spent a year and a half as a teaching assistant for Principles of Statistics, working with hundreds of students each semester. However, she finds the most joy in one-on-one interactions, where she can provide personalized guidance and support.
Born and raised in Kennesaw, Georgia, Daniela is an alumna of the Kennesaw Mountain High School STEM Magnet Program. From elementary division to advanced statistics—and everything in between—Daniela takes pride in adapting to each student’s unique learning style and catering to their academic needs. When she’s not helping others develop a love for learning, Daniela enjoys “nerding out” herself —attending Data Science conferences and researching graduate programs in the field.

Chanelle B.

Chanelle is an ELA-loving elementary teacher, proud UCF grad, and full-time homeschool mom to three amazing kids. Teaching since 2013, she’s made it her mission to turn reluctant readers into book lovers and boost those reading scores with a mix of creativity, strategy, and good old-fashioned hard work. A lifelong reader herself, Chanelle knows the joy that comes from getting lost in a great story—and she’s all about helping her students experience that for themselves.

Chanelle is passionate about seeing little minds expand and grow in confidence. She loves watching students challenge themselves and realize just how much they’re capable of. With a strong focus on differentiated instruction and a data-driven mindset, she tailors each learning experience to meet her students where they are—and helps them soar. Whether she’s teaching, tutoring, or leading a living-room sing-along, Chanelle brings energy, empathy, and a whole lot of heart to everything she does.

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.