Waringa H.

Waringa H. is a tutor, writer, and designer with an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. She has taught writing to undergraduates and has tutored students from first through twelfth grade. Through the nonprofit 826CHI, she led writing workshops, provided one-on-one literacy and homework support, and guided high school students through essay writing and college applications. When she’s not reading or writing, she’s probably watching hockey or on the hunt for the city’s best cheesecake.

Clezeal C.

Clezeal C. is a High School Mathematics teacher. He teaches Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra Trig, Statistics, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus. Clezeal has been teaching for over 25 years and has been tutoring for over 40 years. Clezeal is a very diverse teacher and is very passionate about helping other with mathematics. He is considerate to the way others learn and makes adjustment in his teaching so that anyone can understand. Clezeal is very knowledgeable with this subject, and he is optimistic that he can teach mathematics to anyone.

Tina A.

Tina earned her degree in Elementary Education with an ESL endorsement from Northeastern Illinois University. She brings more than 20 years of teaching experience, having worked with students in grades 2–5 as well as Middle School English Language Arts across both public and private school environments.

With extensive classroom and tutoring experience, Tina understands that every student learns differently. She values differentiated instruction and tailors her approach to support each learner’s strengths and needs. Her focus is on creating a positive, encouraging space where students feel comfortable taking risks, building confidence, and achieving academic success.

Tina specializes in core general education subjects, including math, science, social studies, and reading/language arts. She is passionate about strengthening foundational skills while helping students develop curiosity, independence, and a lasting enthusiasm for learning.

When she’s not teaching, Tina enjoys spending quality time with her children, family, and friends. She loves staying active through exercise and Zumba, cooking and enjoying good food, caring for her dog and cat, and tending to her garden.

Phillip M.

Phillip “Flip” M. was born in Chicago and raised in Texas, earning his Bachelor of Science from Midwestern State University (Wichita Falls) and Masters of Arts in Teaching with Emphasis on Special Education from National Louis University. This is his tenth year of teaching, currently as an 8th grade Special Education ELA teacher. Phillip is passionate about special education and believes that students with intellectual or behavioral disabilities bring unique strengths that are often overlooked. In addition to ELA, he enjoys working with students on executive function and social skills, designing lessons that build academic ability alongside self-management and interpersonal strengths. Phillip is committed to continuing his education to better support students and pursue leadership roles in order to make a broader positive impact in school systems and student’s academic lives. Outside of his teaching career, he enjoys cooking, camping, flag football, beach and indoor volleyball.