Lance F.

I’m a mechanical engineer working in the musculoskeletal biomechanics section at Southwest Research Institute. I’ve always enjoyed teaching and tutoring and have been doing it for nearly a decade. I cover all things STEM and bring a unique working experience to tutoring.

Lisa H.

Lisa received a bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies (Special Education) and has dedicated 23 years to teaching in various roles, including kindergarten, second, and third grades. She has also worked in specialized areas such as Prekindergarten, Life Skills, and Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE). During several of those years, she also did specific training for neurodivergent students. Lisa is deeply committed to her students’ growth and development, bringing patience, creativity, and a nurturing spirit to her classroom. Outside of teaching, she is a loving wife and mom, balancing her family life with her passion for education. Her and her family love to travel. The beach is their favorite destination. Her extensive experience and dedication make her an invaluable educator and mentor to her students.

Katherine M-O.

Katherine (Kat) graduated from Alliant International University (online study) in 2021 with a Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. She spent a few years working in higher education in financial aid and, later, in a registrar’s office.  Since 2019 she has also worked as an online tutor for Russian students, ages ranging from 4 to 45.  In the past students have received training for interview skills, spoken English practice, preparing for international exams, grammar, and much more!  Her passion is to inspire students and engage them in the subject matter they are studying.

In her spare time, Kat enjoys taking photos of and spending time in nature, journaling, reading and has recently taken up drawing and painting.

Chad W.

Dr. Wolf comes to Prep Academy with 25 years of experience as an educator.  He received his Master of Science in Mathematics in 2005 and a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership in 2020.
Dr. Wolf taught math and coached at both the middle and high school levels.  In addition to his time in the classroom, Dr. Wolf served as both an Assistant Principal and Principal.  He and his wife have three daughters and enjoy traveling.

Monica V.

Meet Mrs. Monica. Monica has 16 years of teaching experience in elementary and high school education in reading, writing, and math. She is a native of San Antonio, TX. where she still resides and completed her Undergraduate Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. She is certified in elementary education, special education, and teaching English as a second language. Her spare time is spent reading and learning new things to grow professionally and in her personal life. She also loves to exercise and wind down the day reading something (mostly nonfiction) real life stuff.

Over her years of teaching she has been able to help so many struggling students tap into their own thinking abilities, learn metacognitive skills (think about their thinking), and discover their own learning style along the way. Watching them grow in this way is what she feels has been the rewarding part of teaching. She is always looking forward to the next part of her teaching journey.

Micaela M.

Micaela is an experienced educator specializing in reading, math, and ESL. She earned her Master’s degree in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and her Bachelor’s in Cultural Anthropology from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Micaela is passionate about teaching and has dedicated her career to helping students excel in English language learning, literacy, and math.

She has worked with students across various grade levels (EC-6), creating engaging and inclusive environments where they can thrive. Micaela develops customized lesson plans that support diverse learners using differentiated instruction and scaffolding. She is also trained in Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) methods, which she integrates into her teaching to foster supportive relationships with her students. Additionally, Micaela has received her Texas Teachers License in EC-6, with an additional certification in ESL. She has 4 years of experience as an educator in both traditional classroom settings and non-traditional exploratory and project-based learning programs.

Outside of teaching, Micaela enjoys camping, hiking, drawing, and spending time with her cats, Beaux and Pasha, and her dog, Apple.

Matt C.

Matt C. is a retired, certified math teacher with 25 years of teaching experience. He spent 20 of those years at Churchill High School, where he also served as the AVID Coordinator for 17 years. Matt holds a BA in Accounting from Texas Lutheran University and an MA in Education with a minor in Math from the University of the Incarnate Word. Before transitioning to education, Matt worked for 10 years as an accountant and CPA, but his passion for helping others inspired him to pursue a career in teaching. As the AVID Coordinator, Matt became highly skilled in teaching AVID strategies, such as time management, note-taking, organization, and inquiry-based tutoring, all aimed at improving student success. Beyond education, Matt enjoys spending time with his family, attending church and participating in life group, coaching and practicing CrossFit, and working with athletes as a licensed massage therapist.

Bianca G.

Bianca is a distinguished graduate of Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, earning her Baccalaureate in English Literature, with a minor in Journalism, and concentrations in Document Design, Publishing, and Grant Writing for Non-Profits—all achieved with cum laude honors and five academic honors society inductions. Raised in the heart of South Texas, Bianca’s passion for learning and teaching has been evident since childhood.

With extensive experience spanning multiple subjects, Bianca has a proven track record in education, tutoring, and career guidance. Her expertise includes English, Language Arts, ESL, Reading, Handwriting, Computer Skills, Spanish, Resume Writing, Debate, Speech, Communications, Public Speaking, GED/High School Equivalency, ASVAB, ACT/SAT prep, and College/Scholarship essays. She has taught students from 6 weeks to 93 years, continuously demonstrating her adaptability and commitment to her students’ success.

A dedicated wife and mother of three, Bianca also homeschools her children while actively contributing to her local homeschool co-ops. Her work with youth, particularly those with disabilities such as autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, is a testament to her patient and compassionate nature.

Bianca’s love for teaching stems from the fulfillment she feels in seeing her students grasp new concepts, grow in confidence, and achieve their goals. Whether volunteering or in a professional capacity, she continues to be a guiding light in the lives of those she teaches.

“What a great experience for my son, he was looking to move his SAT score but only had a few weeks to accomplish this. Bianca spent 5-6 days with him and he was able to raise his score to where he wanted it. We had used another service and didn’t see the same results as we did with Prep Academy. I would highly recommend contacting Taira so she can get you aligned with a high quality tutor, the value returned well outweighs the cost.”

Susan A.

Susan A. is a Certified Teacher and Trained Educational Clinician with over a decade of experience. She holds a Bachelor of Education in Interdisciplinary Studies from Texas A&M University, graduating Summa Cum Laude, and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on Math Education K-12 from The University of Texas, with a perfect 4.0 GPA. Susan specializes in personalized, multisensory instruction for students of all ages and abilities, including those with learning difficulties like dyscalculia and autism spectrum disorder. She takes pride in building strong relationships with her students, making online sessions comfortable and enjoyable. Her students know she always goes above and beyond to ensure their success. When she’s not busy helping students conquer their math fears, you might find her trying to figure out which came first: the lesson plan or the coffee.

Kristen H.

Kristen Henry is experienced and passionate educator with more 17 years of experience. She has been a classroom teacher, an instructional coach, a tutor, an administrator, and now supports preservice teachers. She enjoys working with students to help them reach their goals and support their learning.
Kristen has a Bachelors of Journalism from the University of Texas at Austin, a Masters of Art in Curriculum and Instruction from UTSA, and is currently in the home stretch of her doctorate in Interdisciplinary Learning and Teaching at UTSA.

When she is not involved in education, she’s an avid runner and mentors newer athletes in a local trail running group. She has two mischievous cats and enjoys a good book. She is native of San Antonio and loves exploring her city with friends and family.