Adriana M-R.

Adriana is a trained bioengineering scientist with a passion for STEM education. She has over six years of tutoring experience, working with students from Pre-K through high school in subjects including biology, chemistry, algebra, and pre-calculus. As a native Spanish speaker, she also has experience tutoring and supporting students with Spanish speaking and writing assignments. Adriana brings a positive attitude, patience, and a personal approach to each tutoring session, always striving to connect with her students to maximize learning and engagement.

David F.

David Friscic is an educator and writer who is interested in meeting students’ needs and expectations to help them move ahead with confidence in any areas of learning about which they are concerned. He likes to help students enjoy success as well as the challenges that arise from a solid and helpful learning environment. David’s learning strategy is to develop a strong reciprocal understanding of the academic goals of each student.
Through intense work in an upstate New York middle school while student teaching, David focused his skills and graduated with his BA from Siena College in English/Education. As David collaborated with middle school students in his teaching career, he often tutored students after school to help them with areas of concern in English grammar, spelling, reading comprehension, and writing skills.
David rekindled his love of literature and writing with a MA degree in English with honors from the College of St. Rose in Albany, New York. A love of teaching continued as David immersed himself in teaching middle school after obtaining his degree.
After attending Catholic University to study theology for 3 years, he transitioned into working for the federal government. Working at the National Science Foundation for 30 years inspired David with a commitment to educational outreach for students in classrooms and organizations; such as developing interactive strategies to help students learn about the arctic region and the continent of Antarctica. Proud to have won many awards for public service, David was fortunate to collaborate
with many teachers and schools to foster education in science and the polar regions. David was also fortunate to have the opportunity to travel to Antarctica and Greenland in support of the scientific community. David represented the National Science Foundation at many conferences and forums.
David is pleased to write reviews and features stories for the Broadway World Theatre site, and this affords him a wonderful opportunity to write for a wide audience. He was proud to have been offered a membership in the prestigious American Theatre Critics/Journalists Association.
David enjoys the arts, traveling, and swimming in his spare time.
David genuinely believes that a love of writing, grammar, reading comprehension and literature can make life more rewarding, and he looks forward to helping you reach your academic goals.

Ava B.

With two years experience tutoring students, Ava has guided many of them in gaining reading and math skills. Elementary students are amazing. They are competent enough to take direction on how they can improve and implement strategies to succeed at school. Any deficiencies are promptly addressed. High school students are intriguing because they are just around the corner from attending college, which she finds genuinely exciting. Her background includes a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. She was a professional Cancer Registrar and recently earned her Certification as a Montessori Primary Guide for ages 3-6. She has an excellent command of Math, including Algebra and Geometry, as well as Science and Biology.

Melanie E.

Ms. Melanie E. is a dedicated computer science and technology teacher with over 15 years of experience teaching both virtually and in person with Frederick County Public Schools (Maryland). She earned her Master’s degree in Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where she focused on educational technology, training, and instructional design.

Ms. Elias has strong expertise in Java, Python, algorithm development, logic, and mathematical concepts. She has taught a wide range of technology courses, from beginner classes to Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate programs. Ms. Elias also has years of experience as an official Code.org Facilitator where she conducted workshops for new Computer Science teachers in Maryland.

Outside of teaching, Ms. Elias loves watching hockey games—whether live or on TV—with her family, grilling in the summertime, and working out. She’s also a proud cat mom to two orange cats, Harper and Turner, and never misses a chance to cuddle with them.

Sadiq S.

Sadiq S. is a passionate mathematics educator with over nine years of experience teaching at the middle school, high school, and collegiate levels. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science and a Master’s degree in Quantitative and Computational Finance from Boston College, credentials that underscore his analytical expertise and academic rigor.

Sadiq began his teaching career in middle school classrooms, where he spent two years cultivating engaging, age-appropriate methods to spark interest in mathematics. He then transitioned to high school, dedicating four years to deepening students’ mathematical understanding and preparing them for advanced study. He has taught at the college and graduate levels for the past three years, specializing in algebra, pre-calculus, statistics, general mathematics, and business mathematics.

His teaching philosophy centers on fostering supportive, inclusive learning environments where students build confidence through clarity, encouragement, and tailored instruction. Known for his ability to break down complex mathematical concepts into digestible components, Sadiq bridges the gap between theory and practice by tying lessons to real-world applications — an approach informed by his professional financial analysis and quantitative modeling background.

Outside the classroom, Sadiq finds balance through long walks in nature, swimming sessions, challenging hikes in the mountains, and quiet evenings at home with his mischievous cat, proving that even the most analytical minds need passion and relaxation to thrive.

Nivedita J.

Nivedita is a seasoned educator and scientist with extensive experience as a researcher in both academia and the R&D industry. She has actively contributed to the academic community as an editorial board member for several prestigious research journals, serving as an Academic Editor for PLOS ONE and a Reviewer for Frontiers in Analytical Science and Acta Biochimica Polonica. Additionally, she holds a volunteer position of Advisory Board Member serving for the U.S. Pharmacopeia in Rockville, MD. She is skilled and certified in MSDE – Early Childhood Education. Academically, she holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry, complemented by five years of postdoctoral research experience, resulting in internationally recognized publications. In her previous role, she worked as a Scientist in an R&D team specializing in Novel Biologics and Biosimilars. Currently, she is a lead teacher dedicated to fostering a nurturing and educational environment for young learners. She is deeply committed to teaching, guided by her belief in the power of play, sharing, and fun. She prioritizes quality, health, and development while encouraging imagination, a love for books, and a spirit of helping. Her approach integrates creativity, exploration, and kindness, emphasizing nutrition, curiosity, and engagement. She fosters persistence, vocabulary development, and critical thinking skills in children. An excellent communicator and relationship builder, she excels in preparing and delivering information clearly and effectively. She is highly organized, responsible, and dedicated to performing tasks efficiently while always striving for excellence.

Yetunde A.

Yetunde is a French instructor with over 35 years teaching experience in the international setting. With a Bachelor of Arts degree in French and a Masters in ESL, her experience spans working within a classroom setting and personalized one-on-one lessons.
She started her teaching career at the Alliance Française, the largest and oldest network of French language and cultural centers in the world (founded in 1883 in Paris), working with professionals, students, and stay at home parents.
She has a proven track record of 32 years working with Elementary and Middle school students at the American International School of Lagos, Nigeria.
Her experience also includes working with high school students at The Academy of The Holy Cross in Kensington, MD.
As a seasoned, passionate and dedicated educator, she thrives in lively, engaging classrooms and enjoys making learning fun.
She is a hands-on teacher who creates a stimulating and interactive learning environment where students are both challenged and inspired.
Her goal is to motivate and support every child, encouraging them to persevere and achieve their full potential.
She touches the lives of her students, young and old, beginners through advanced, and delights in being a part of their French language adventure.

Fatima J.

Hi! I’m a licensed attorney with over five years of legal experience and a strong passion for teaching. With 15 years of experience reviewing and editing essays, I specialize in helping students strengthen their reading comprehension and essay writing skills. Whether you’re a middle schooler working on sentence structure or a college student refining a research paper, I can help you develop clear, organized, and compelling writing.

I hold a bachelor’s degree in political science and a Juris Doctorate with a certification in Health Law. During law school, I served as a journal editor, where I honed my ability to analyze complex writing, ensure logical flow, and provide constructive feedback—skills I now bring into my tutoring.

I work with students from middle school through college, focusing on:
• Reading comprehension
• Essay structure and flow
• Argument development
• Grammar and clarity
• Critical thinking in writing
• History

Jimin K.

Jimin K. is a certified teacher with 3 years of classroom experience and is continuing onto her 4th year. She grew up in Montgomery County and completed both her undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of Maryland, College Park. With a strong background in education, she has also gained extensive experience in tutoring, specializing in working with students from 4th through 9th grade, particularly in math. Her passion for teaching extends beyond the classroom. She has actively participated in educational boot camps and enrichment programs and will continue to do so this summer. She has also embraced virtual tutoring, utilizing a variety of tools to tailor lessons that meet individual learning styles and needs. In her spare time, Jimin works one-on-one with students, helping them strengthen their skills in math, test preparation, and overall academic confidence. She believes that by building strong relationships with her students, she can better support their learning and growth. As a dedicated mentor and educator, she continually develops new strategies to engage and inspire young learners, finding each experience both enjoyable and rewarding.

Jennifer F.

Jennifer F. is a dedicated, passionate, and enthusiastic educator who recently retired after over 30 years of teaching. Jennifer’s journey into education began with her undergraduate degree in early childhood education from the University of Maryland at College Park. She obtained a Master of Arts in early childhood education from Hood College. These academic achievements laid a strong foundation for her illustrious teaching career. Jennifer has taught pre-K, kindergarten, 1st grade, and 3rd grade. From her early childhood, Jennifer aspired to be a teacher. Before embarking on her full-time teaching career, Jennifer gained valuable experience working with children in summer camps. She started as a CIT (Counselor in Training) and continued to be a junior counselor, counselor, and camp director. These early roles honed her skills in child supervision and engagement. Even after retirement, Jennifer’s passion for education remains undiminished. She works part-time as an online reading tutor, assisting kindergarten, first, second, third, and fifth-grade students Through all of this experience, she has learned how to be patient with students. She has also learned that you need to build a relationship with each student. In her free time, Jennifer enjoys writing about herself in the third person! She also writes poetry, showcasing her creative side. Jennifer’s love for reading is another significant aspect of her life. Spending quality time with loved ones is an essential part of her life, providing her with joy and fulfillment.