Laura G.

Laura G. is an award-winning English teacher dedicated to helping students unlock the power of reading and writing. With over 15 years of classroom experience, she brings skill, insight, and dedication to making learning both challenging and rewarding. She earned her Bachelor of Science in English Education from Utah State University before beginning her career in the classroom. Named St. Tammany Parish District Teacher of the Year in 2013 and Lakeshore High School Teacher of the Year in 2018, she has built a reputation for bringing both rigor and encouragement into the classroom. As a certified Louisiana ELA Content Leader and a dedicated tutor for students with dyslexia, Laura has a proven record of meeting learners where they are and helping them thrive. Teaching is a true family calling. She is married to a teacher and part of a family of four sisters who are also educators, all carrying forward the legacy of their mother, who first taught them the joy of teaching. Outside the classroom, she enjoys learning sign language and delighting in the kinds of puns that only an English teacher would appreciate.

Shalvi D.

Shalvi Dalal recently earned her Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Software Engineering from Louisiana State University, graduating with honors in May 2025. She is now pursuing her MBA at Southeastern Louisiana University. With several years of tutoring experience at LSU’s Center for Academic Success and as a Teaching Assistant, Shalvi has helped students excel in computer science, math, and related subjects through engaging and supportive one-on-one lessons. She loves tutoring because it allows her to share her passion for learning while helping students build confidence and reach their full potential.

Donald B.

Donald B., Jr. is an academic counselor, Director of Speech & Debate and Mock Trial for a high school in New Orleans, La., and the Executive Director of his own nonprofit organization, Louisiana Urban Debate League. Mr. Broussard also is a public speaker and has spoken at several national conferences over the years. Mr. Broussard started teaching in 2006 after the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina. He started teaching Civics and Free Enterprise and Speech & Debate. Mr. Broussard has taught multiple subject areas (Social Studies, English, Physical Science, Algebra, Law Studies, Psychology, Debate, and ACT Prep) in multiple states (Louisiana, Nevada, Mississippi, Tennessee, Wisconsin, Alabama, and Massachusetts).
Additionally, Mr. Broussard taught Advanced Placement courses in the areas of Social Studies, English, Psychology, Research & Seminar, along with college courses at Strayer University. Mr. Broussard is passionate about education and has a desire to benefit students no matter their background and guide them to reach their ultimate potential. Mr. Broussard is looking forward to helping your child and building a path to success.

Yaye B.

Yaye is a certified French and ESL teacher. After moving from Dakar to Louisiana to complete her bachelor’s degree at Nicholls State University and later her Master’s degree of Education at the University of Holy Cross, she fell in love with this beautiful and vibrant state. As the daughter of educators, Yaye became passionate about learning and Arts at a very early age. She eventually became a very dedicated teacher serving the beautiful young minds in Jefferson and Orleans communities. Yaye is multilingual and has about a decade of successful teaching and tutoring experience. She taught several subjects at different grade levels including Math, Science, ESL, and French. Through teaching, Yaye has been able to foster her love for languages, Arts and Math. Her rich educational and cultural background combined with her teaching expertise has allowed her to master the necessary skills to help her students reach their full potential.

Doug J.

Doug Joubert is an accredited elementary and middle school teacher, receiving his permanent teaching certificate from the State of Louisiana in June of 1982. Mr. Joubert has taught mostly in middle school in a self-contained classroom. Though he is credentialed to teach all subjects in grades 1-8, he considers middle school U.S. History, Math, Language Arts, and Literature his strongest subjects. From 1997 through 2024, he served in various capacities at Christian Brothers School, including the lead 5th grade teacher, tutoring students in methods to get “caught up” to the rigorous CBS advanced placement programs he taught; creating a program for students transitioning from elementary to middle school that emphasized study skills, note taking, organizational skills, and more; teaching project-based Computer Science the last ten years at CBS in addition to his Director of Technology responsibilities. Mr. Joubert truly believes in meeting his students where they are. He believes very strongly in the specific tenet of the founder of the Christian Brothers, John Baptist de La Salle, that in order to teach effectively, he must touch the hearts of his students. In his spare time, he likes making homemade bread and hanging out with his wife and son, especially when his son plays Minecraft.

Al T.

Al T. is a veteran teacher at both the high school and university levels, with more than two decades of experience. He primarily teaches English literature and writing, but also offers instruction in journalism, speech, and humanities.
As a native New Orleanian, he is honored to serve the city he loves and its future leaders.

Jessica J.

Jessica is a seasoned English teacher at a high school who is dedicated to supporting each student in championing their own distinctive narrative via the medium of writing. She received her MSW in Social Work from Southern University at New Orleans and her B.A. in Family and Consumer Sciences from Nicholls State University. She is currently attending Tulane University where she is pursuing her Masters of Arts in Teaching. Her extensive interests as a lifelong learner center on cutting-edge tactics that support creative writing. She likes to travel and spend time with family in her free time.

Trey B.

Trey is a certified high school math teacher and tutor from New Orleans, specializing in everything from 6th grade math to Precalculus. Currently entering his fifth year as a high school educator, Trey has taught a variety of subjects, including Honors Geometry, Honors Precalculus, and Algebra 2. This will be his second year at Isidore Newman School. A proud graduate of Holy Cross School, Trey holds a Bachelor’s degree in Math Education from Xavier University of Louisiana and a Master’s of Science in Applied Mathematics from Elizabeth State University.

With several years of experience tutoring in both one-on-one and small group settings, Trey has helped undergraduate students during his time in graduate school and continues to support students outside the classroom. He has a deep love for mathematics and is enthusiastic about sharing that passion with the students he works with. His dedication to student success is evident as he enjoys seeing students grow in both their mathematical abilities and their self-confidence.

When he’s not teaching or tutoring, Trey is a basketball enthusiast and enjoys rollerblading. Trey believes that “Math isn’t just a subject; it’s the formula for success.” His approach to tutoring is not only to help students achieve academic success but also to make the learning process engaging and, dare we say, a little bit fun.

Kaline S.

Kaline Schultz brings over 20 years of primary school classroom experience to her tutoring, along with a Master’s in Education from Loyola University of New Orleans, and is training for an Associate Level, A/OGA Practitioner certified by OGA. As an Associate Practitioner A/OGA, she provides Orton-Gillingham instruction to readers of all ages, including those diagnosed with dyslexia.

She specializes in helping learners who may need extra support, using creative and engaging strategies that make lessons feel approachable and interesting.

Kaline is known for her warm, encouraging personality. She believes that the key to real progress is helping children enjoy the process of learning. By creating a positive and supportive environment, Kaline helps students feel more confident and open to new ideas. Parents often notice not just stronger skills, but a happier attitude toward school. Kaline is committed to making each tutoring session a place where kids feel valued, understood, and excited to discover what they can do.

Jamari G.

Jamari is a dedicated educator and certified instructional coach with diverse backgrounds in special education, elementary instruction, academic tutoring, educational research, and scholarship application review. In the past, he was an ABA and worked closely with students diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. He is currently an instructional coach, where he supports new teachers in developing effective classroom practices; alongside this role, he is a classroom teacher. Jamari has taught a range of subjects, including special education, elementary core academics, middle school, and high school Algebra I, US History, and English. He has even earned recognition as a Teacher of the Year nominee for his impact on student growth in math and ELA.

Since 2018, Jamari has worked as a private tutor for students in grades 3–11, helping many improve by two grade levels or more and achieve top scores on state assessments. He holds a Master’s in Forensic Psychology from the University of Louisiana–Monroe and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Southern Mississippi. It is during this time he made the conscious effort to study insects—mosquitoes in particular; these mosquitoes were reared in a controlled environment within a science lab. He’s clearly a lifelong learner and was called to teach. In his calling as an educator, he possesses a Level 3 teaching certification with a Special Education endorsement.
He is currently working toward receiving an add-on certification as an Educational Diagnostician. He possesses certifications in elementary computer science education through LSU and supports learning with technology. With a strong foundation in data-driven instruction and individualized learning, Jamari empowers students to reach their full potential.