Meg K.

Meg Kell is a dedicated educator specializing in supporting TK–4 students with learning differences. She holds a degree in Early Childhood Education and Psychology from Elon University in North Carolina and brings a warm, encouraging approach to her work. Born and raised in Virginia, Meg recently relocated to San Diego, bringing with her years of experience from both private and public schools.

With a focus on early literacy, reading intervention, and mathematics, Meg has successfully worked with a wide range of student profiles, including those with ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and executive functioning challenges. She tailors her instruction to each learner’s strengths, helping students feel that they are capable.

Todd B.

Todd brings over 25 years of experience as a high school English teacher, working with students in grades 9–12. For the past 11 years, he has taught AP English Literature and Composition, and he currently teaches AP English Language and Composition at Grossmont High School. His dedication to student success is reflected in results—his most recent AP Literature class earned an outstanding 89.8% pass rate on the exam.

In addition to his subject expertise, Todd specializes in executive functioning support, helping students master time management, strengthen study skills, break large projects into manageable steps, use planners effectively, and prioritize assignments. These strategies not only improve academic performance but also build confidence and independence.

Known for delivering engaging and effective instruction, Todd connects with students of all backgrounds, tailoring lessons to both challenge and inspire them. He is skilled in developing clear, well-structured learning materials using Microsoft and Google tools, and he excels at managing dynamic classroom environments while maintaining consistent communication with students, parents, and colleagues.

When he’s not teaching, Todd enjoys time with his two daughters, coaching the women’s wrestling team, and helping out at Friday night football games at his school. He brings the same warmth, patience, and commitment to tutoring that he does to his own family and community.

Tiffany T.

Tiffany is a recent graduate of Arizona State University, earning her Master’s in Elementary Education. She also holds a B.A. in Biology and Spanish with a minor in Psychology from West Virginia University. Her experience spans from student teaching to after-school programs and summer camps, which have allowed her to work with a wide range of students in grades K-6.

Passionate about inquiry-based learning, Tiffany advocates for student agency and creative expression. She enjoys designing engaging enrichment projects and incorporates the arts into her lessons whenever possible. Her goal is to nurture each student’s intrinsic motivation to learn while fostering self-confidence and a love of discovery.

Outside the classroom, Tiffany can often be found curled up with a good book and her cat. She also enjoys hiking, playing games, solving puzzles, and traveling. As a newcomer to San Diego from a small town in West Virginia, she’s always eager for recommendations on local sights and activities!

John S.

John S. is a fully licensed math teacher in California with five years of experience teaching middle school mathematics. A graduate of Marist College, John began his career on the southwest side of Oahu, Hawaii, where he also dedicated his time to coaching a variety of sports. Now a sixth-grade math teacher at Albert Einstein Academies in San Diego, he is excited to bring his passion for education and mentoring to students at Prep Academies. John believes in building strong relationships with his students and their families, and he applies his coaching philosophy to the classroom to help students succeed both inside and outside of their academic pursuits.

Reza A.

Reza is a PhD physicist from Purdue University with nearly two decades of experience teaching physics and mathematics across a wide range of levels, from high school to postgraduate education. In his free time, he enjoys practicing Muay Thai, watching murder mystery shows, and reading novels.

Nicole D.

Nicole Drousé is a credentialed K-12 educator with 13 years of classroom teaching experience. She currently teaches 2nd grade and has previously taught 1st and 3rd grade. Nicole holds a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential and a Master’s degree in Education. She is trained in Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) and the LETRS program, with a particular specialization in phonics instruction.

Nicole is highly skilled in building strong student relationships, fostering a positive classroom community. She has worked extensively with students of diverse cognitive, physical, and academic abilities, including those with disabilities. In addition to her core classroom roles, she has provided reading intervention for 4th and 5th graders and has experience working with middle school students through yearbook club and coaching.

Outside of the classroom, Nicole is passionate about sports. She has coached middle school volleyball as well as her children’s recreational teams. Nicole grew up playing soccer, softball, and volleyball, and continues to enjoy watching and participating in sports. As a mother of three, her favorite family activities include spending quality time together, being creative, going to the beach/swimming, and traveling.

Carole F.

A patient and innovative educator with general and special education experience at all grade levels, including students with disabilities and English language learners.

Michael S.

After working with hundreds of students, Michael understands that struggles with math and science are incredibly common—and that students are not alone. Often, classroom teachers don’t have the time to adapt to every student’s unique learning style. That’s where Michael steps in: he works closely with each student to find the approach that makes the most sense for them. His past students have gone from being frustrated by a single problem all day to breezing through it with just a small shift in perspective.

Michael’s teaching experience spans a wide range of settings, from one-on-one tutoring in high school to leading review sessions for hundreds of college students. He was even selected as the pedagogy fellow in his graduate program, responsible for preparing incoming graduate students to teach—an honor that reflects both deep content knowledge and outstanding instructional skill. This high-level perspective on effective teaching methods enables Michael to bring exceptional flexibility and responsiveness to his tutoring sessions.

In terms of subject expertise, Michael brings thousands of hours of experience, including 11 years of tutoring, 7 years as a teaching assistant, 2 years of instructing college courses, and both a PhD and a BS in Physics, along with an undergraduate minor in Mathematics. With this foundation, he is confident in his ability to work through any course material alongside his students.

Michael’s tutoring journey began in high school, when he noticed that many of his peers didn’t know where to turn for academic support. This inspired him to explore Universal Design for Learning—an approach that emphasizes presenting content in multiple formats to meet different learning styles. Since then, he has supported college students in tutoring centers, led supplementary instruction sessions, and taught lecture and lab courses at the university level. Michael creates a learning environment where students feel safe to ask questions, engage deeply in discussions, and leave sessions empowered to apply their learning in the real world. He brings this wealth of experience to every tutoring session to help students get exactly what they need from their education.

Tamara O.

Mrs. Tamara is a seasoned K–12 teacher based in North County San Diego, with a focus on Language Arts, Reading and Writing, as well as Spanish and German. She has experience teaching AP English and History, and her students have successfully earned college credits through her instruction. Before shifting to one-on-one and small group tutoring, she taught 5th grade and Kindergarten at a private school in San Diego.

Tamara is also a homeschool teacher and has led small group classes with a creative and student-centered approach. She designs engaging lessons that incorporate her students’ interests, helping them build both skills and confidence. In addition to academic support, she has successfully worked with students on executive functioning, motivation, Dyslexia, and ADD/ADHD.

Daniel R.

Daniel is a well-rounded Educator with over ten years of classroom experience. He specializes in creating curriculum that is personalized for and relevant to each of his students. He is capable of creating structured support for a variety of subjects including ESL, Math, Science, and Computer Science. You’ll also find him an empathetic, patient, and passionate tutor. Set your goals, and Daniel will help you reach them.