Shannon S.

Shannon S. has a decade of teaching experience along with over nine years of tutoring children ages 3–14. She currently works as an Autistic Support Early Intervention Teacher for children ages 3–4. Throughout her career, Shannon also taught Kindergarten, 3rd, and 4th grades, gaining a strong understanding of how children learn and grow across different stages.

Shannon has extensive experience supporting children in developing early literacy skills, including pre-reading skills, building confidence in learning to read, and strengthening math skills. She enjoys helping children grow academically and gain confidence in their abilities, tailoring her approach to each child’s unique needs.

She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Allied Health from Widener University, where she also completed a Master of Education and obtained teaching certifications in Preschool–8th Grade for both Regular and Special Education. Shannon is currently pursuing a second Master’s degree in Early Intervention at West Chester University.

Shannon lives in Old City, and in her free time, she enjoys reading a good book, going for a run, and spending time with friends. She is looking forward to the opportunity to work with you and support your child’s growth and success!

Ian S.

Ian Sadock is a cognitive music theorist and molecular biologist. With fourteen years of service in the Emergency Medical Services, Sadock is a Nationally Registered Advanced EMT and holds a Bachelor of Science in Cell & Molecular Biology with a minor in Chemistry. He has taught at a number of prestigious institutions, including The University of the Arts, Settlement Music School, and Cheltenham Township Adult School. Sadock serves on the Board of Directors at Jazz Bridge, a local Philadelphia non-profit, and holds a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance with a concentration in Jazz from West Chester University, as well as a Master of Music degree in Jazz Studies. Building on over a decade of teaching experience, he is currently pursuing a PhD at Temple University while conducting research in cognitive ethnomusicology and audio analysis for artificial intelligence.

Richard F.

Richard F. is a STEM educator and, since 2023, a one-to-one learning specialist at Fusion Academy, a premier 1-to-1 private school in Malvern, PA. There, he delivers highly personalized instruction in math, science, and executive-function skills. He has extensive experience supporting neurodivergent learners, including those with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia.

Richard holds a biotechnology degree from Rutgers University (New Brunswick, NJ), where he won multiple scholarships and earned Deans List honors. He served as a teaching assistant for Ethics in Science under Julie Fagan and as a research assistant in social psychology under Stephen Kilianski and in biochemistry under William Belden. Before entering education, Richard worked as a scientist and engineer in the pharmaceutical and biomedical sector for companies including Johnson & Johnson, Merck, Sanofi, and Penn Medicine. Richard served as the Environmental Monitoring Program Lead for UPenn’s CRISPR immunotherapy laboratories under Carl June and Bruce Levine and supported the COVID-19 vaccine emergency release at Johnson & Johnson. He also completed Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training with Lockheed Martin and served as Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the Northern New Jersey Chapter of APICS.

Outside of the classroom, Richard is an award-winning competitive powerlifter and poker player. He has competed against some of the world’s top professional poker players on internationally viewed live-stream broadcasts, including Doug Polk’s The Lodge (2022), applying performance psychology, probability-based thinking, and disciplined decision-making to his teaching approach. He also plays piano and sings, having performed internationally and at Carnegie Hall on multiple occasions with the Nutley High School music program. Richard has appeared in several amateur high school and college stage productions including The Wiz, Pirates of Penzance, and Made in the Philippines. He has also appeared as a guest musician featured on Hong Kong’s Regal Airport social media channels.

Fallon B.

Fallon is a Certified Teacher. She grew up in Massachusetts, moving to Pennsylvania to complete an Undergraduate Degree in Elementary Education (K-4) and Special Education (K-12) at Saint Joseph’s University. Fallon discovered her passion for teaching and working with children early on as a Camp Counselor and After-School Program Leader. She continued to foster this passion through Independent Childcare, Independent Tutoring, and Substitute Teaching. She also gained valuable experience supporting and serving individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders at the Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support.

Fallon is now a Special Education Teacher for the School District of Philadelphia, developing and implementing a successful curriculum for diverse student populations Grade K-4, as well as 6th Grade. Fallon finds joy in creating and maintaining a safe learning environment while maintaining positive relationships with students and parents.

For leisure, Fallon loves spending time with friends and family and considers herself an avid “foodie!” She loves finding hidden gems around Philly and playing a bit of tourist herself! She is currently on a mission to cultivate an extensive vinyl collection and is likely following a Philly sports team!

Joan F.

Joan F. is a certified teacher in the state of Pennsylvania.  She is dedicated and committed to fostering the growth and development of young learners.  Joan attained a Bachelor of Science in Education from Temple University and proudly received her Pennsylvania Level 1 teaching certification in 2023. Subsequent to graduating from Temple University, she taught 4th grade in the Philadelphia Public School District.

Prior to that, Joan taught preschool and kindergarten in Philadelphia for a combined period of 2 years. Additionally, she taught in the Bahamas for four years before moving to the United States. She has valuable experience as a nanny, caring for children aged 0 to 7, further enhancing her ability to connect with and support young learners.  With over 15 years of diverse experience working with young children, both in and out of the classroom, Joan’s deep-rooted love for nurturing young minds shines through her work.  Joan is a passionate educator ready to make a lasting impact on children’s lives.

Dr. Kevin G.

Dr. Kevin G. has over ten years of experience in the Philadelphia area teaching and supporting students with study skills and executive functioning. He is currently the Director of Learning Services at Saint Joseph’s Prep which oversees the school’s academic support programs. He has a PhD in Educational Psychology, teaches a doctoral level course on the psychology of teaching, and writes and presents on how to help teens and young adults develop their executive functioning capacity.

Dr. Monique M.

Dr. Monique is a nationally recognized educational leader and former professional basketball player with over two decades of experience transforming K–12, higher education, prison education, and workforce pathways across the United States. She is known for designing innovative learning and instructional models, leading large-scale organizational change, and building cross-sector partnerships that expand opportunity for students and communities. Blending the discipline of athletics with deep expertise in instruction and equity-centered leadership, Dr. Martin continues to teach, coach, mentor, and champion future-ready learning nationwide. She holds a Bachelor of Science, a Master of Education, and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership & Innovation.

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Sophie G.

Sophie G. is an educator with a strong background in teaching, mentorship, and student support across K-12 and higher education settings. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from Hamilton College, where she graduated cum laude with minors in French and Government, and she is currently completing her M.S.Ed. in Education Policy at the University of Pennsylvania.

Sophie has taught writing to incoming high school students through Breakthrough Collaborative and AmeriCorps, supported Algebra II learners as an Ignite Fellow with Teach For America, and served as a Teaching Assistant in Hamilton College’s Archaeology Department, where she led labs, supported student learning, and facilitated hands-on instruction.

Her work in admissions at both Hamilton College and Penn GSE has strengthened her communication skills, public speaking abilities, and commitment to educational access. Sophie prioritizes building confidence through individualized instruction and focuses on helping students connect classroom material to their own interests and motivations, fostering deeper engagement and genuine understanding.

Outside of teaching, she enjoys cooking, creative writing, and searching for four-leaf clovers.

Alexander M.

The first of his family to attend college, Alex M. graduated summa cum laude with his Bachelors in English from Rowan University in 2020 and his Masters in Teaching (Grades 7-12 English) in 2025. He was humbled to have been asked to serve as research assistant to the department’s senior English professor Dr. Cindy Vitto in his final semester of undergrad.

Alex is passionate about educating others, serving as a tutor/success coach at the nonprofit Hopeworks Camden; he constructed and managed various academic games in the dorm referred to as “The CRIB” and tutored young adults struggling with writing papers. Further, he tutored students at Villanova University’s Writing Center with regards to college essays, and student taught at both the Philadelphia Performing Arts School and Mastery Charter Lenfest.

Outside of academia, Alex is a huge fan of science fiction literature/films and video games. You may catch him exploring his beautiful neighborhood of West Philly’s coffee shops or going “psst-pssst-pssst” to a random stray cat before realizing that you’re watching him.