Clifton S.

Clifton is a certified teacher. He grew up in Metairie and has lived in Orleans Parish for over 40 years. He earned a bachelor’s degree in second language education as well as two master’s degrees, one in Spanish and a second in French, all at the University of New Orleans. Clifton has taught Spanish at Br. Martin, UNO, and Holy Cross High School, and French at Br. Martin, UNO, and Loyola.
In addition to teaching in the classroom setting, Clifton has conducted face-to-face tutoring sessions at coffee shops or at students’ homes and, when necessary, sessions on Zoom. Clifton has worked with elementary, junior high, high school, and college-level students.
Students have frequently written reviews of Clifton’s teaching, saying that his explanations are clear and easy to understand. Students also say that he is funny and very understanding of their difficulties.
In addition to French and Spanish, Clifton has tutored students in Italian and Latin. He has working knowledge of Romanian and Swedish.
Clifton has travelled extensively in Central America and has been to Brazil, France, and Italy. He feels that it is essential to share cultural experiences along with the vocabulary and grammar rules involved in learning a new language.

Dr. S. Cuevas

Dr. S. Cuevas is an experienced educator and higher-education professional with more than a decade of success supporting students’ academic growth, confidence, and career readiness. As a first-generation college graduate originally from South Texas’s Rio Grande Valley, and an individual with hearing loss, Dr. Cuevas brings a deep personal understanding of perseverance, inclusive learning, and the power of individualized support. He holds a Ph.D. and a master’s in Rehabilitation Counseling, a bachelor’s in English, and is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) and Certified Vocational Evaluation Specialist (CVE) through CRCC. With a strong foundation in English and literacy instruction, he has taught university courses, supported interdisciplinary research, and guided hundreds of learners in writing, critical thinking, academic planning, and career development. His early experience as a high school English Language Arts, literacy-intervention teacher, tutor for entering college students with disabilities, as well as a writing tutor at the university level, further strengthened his ability to tailor instruction to diverse learning needs. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Dr. Cuevas is known for his warm, patient, and student-centered approach, helping learners build confidence as they master challenging material. He believes students thrive when they feel understood and supported, and he prioritizes building meaningful learning relationships. In his spare time, he enjoys exploring inclusive design projects and mentoring student organizations about raising disability awareness.

Tania V.

Tania has spent the past 15+ years working with children ages 18 months to 6 years old, and nothing excites her more than helping little ones grow into confident, curious, and independent people. She brings a unique blend of psychology (B.A. from Tulane), business expertise (MBA from the Catholic University of Chile), and creativity to everything she does.

Fluent in both Spanish and English, Tania is also a certified child yoga instructor and a certified Dyslexia Advocate and Assessor. Whether she’s teaching art, yoga, Spanish, or helping kids discover the joy of reading and math, she ensures learning feels exciting, safe, and full of discovery.

Her teaching experience includes some of New Orleans’ most creative schools—Green Preschool at the Jewish Community Day School, Audubon Montessori Charter School, and University Montessori School—where she introduced children to art, language, yoga, and the beauty of nature and conservation.

At her core, Tania is thoughtful, straightforward, encouraging, and a little funny too. She believes children thrive when they are seen, supported, and inspired—and she feels fortunate to create such an environment every day.

Learie G.

Learie graduated from McMaster University with two Bachelor of Science degrees. He is a certified teacher of mathematics, physics, and biology to children ages 11 to 18 years. He is offering over 30 years of teaching in a co-educational high school environment with a population of over 500 students. Apart from teaching, he held the title of Dean of Discipline and Academics for approximately 16 years.
His tutoring experience spans even longer since he began enriching the minds of young people even before he entered university, thus bringing to the table a wealth of skills and expertise.
Learie’s goal has always been to build a positive and creative mindset while tutoring mathematics, especially in areas such as algebra, trigonometry, and geometry, so that they can be pursued with much less anxiety and much more fun and enjoyment.
Learie is truly sports-minded and has actively participated in soccer, swimming, cricket, and running track in high school. In addition, he is an avid outdoors person who enjoys hiking and gardening.
Learie will be delighted to connect with students and parents to share that personal touch needed for growth and success in mathematics and science.

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.