MARY A.

Mary is an enthusiastic and passionate educator with 35 years experience as a classroom teacher and reading specialist. She graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Masters in Developmental and Remedial Reading, as well as Academic Curriculum Instruction. Mary has an undergraduate degree in Mathematics and Elementary Education.

Mary has received numerous awards and recognitions throughout her career. She was awarded Teacher of the Year for her innovative teaching practices, which incorporate her creativity, subject knowledge, and strategies to engage students and foster growth mindset.

What truly sets Mary apart is her passion for teaching and unwavering commitment to helping each student reach their full potential.

As a classically trained chef, Mary has been known to “Cook with Books!” Reading, writing, and math skills are strengthened and students celebrate by enjoying their creations!

Mary is highly dedicated to her students and looks forward to ensuring your child feels successful and has fun too!

TIA G.

Tia is an experienced, knowledgeable math educator who has been teaching math for over twenty years to students at the high school and college level in both public and private schools.  Tia enjoys working with students of all levels and learning styles.  Her student-centered approach allows her to tailor to individual learning styles and to break down complex concepts into manageable steps.

JASON D.

Ever since earning his 7th-12th grade math certification fifteen years ago, Jason has aspired to be his students’ favorite middle school teacher. Having recently completed a Sixth-Year Degree in STEAM from Sacred Heart University, Jason is excited to be heading up a MakerSpace for students at Dolan Middle School in Stamford, Connecticut. HIs creative, hands-on approach to learning seeks to motivate and support all students, demystify math, and provide the rigor and guidance needed to persevere and achieve success. In his free time, Jason also seeks a creative and hands-on approach to juggle his three young children and their three newly adopted kittens.

SHADMAN H.

Shadman holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from the City College of New York (CCNY). As a graduate of NYC’s top public specialized high school, Stuyvesant, and Valedictorian of his engineering university at the Grove School of Engineering at CCNY, Shadman has demonstrated extraordinary success in his educational endeavors. Shadman has taught students (elementary, middle, high school, and college) 1-on-1, in small groups, and in larger classrooms (both online and in-person) for 10+ years. His experience includes teaching all mathematics subjects through high school and early college (pre-algebra, algebra I, algebra II, trigonometry, precalculus, calculus, statistics), standardized test preparation (SHSAT/PSAT/SAT/ACT), and various other STEM subjects. Shadman is extremely passionate about assessing each student’s specific needs and tailoring a custom plan for them to not only succeed in the classroom, but develop a similar love for learning that they can take with them for the rest of their lives.

SERVET I.

Servet holds a Master’s degree in Mathematics from City College and has been teaching math since 2018. As a lecturer at Brooklyn College, City College, and NJIT, Servet shares his passion for math with students. With several years of tutoring experience, Servet excels in simplifying complex concepts. Committed to student success, he is pursuing a New York state teaching certificate to further enhance his skills. Servet’s dynamic teaching style inspires students to appreciate and excel in mathematics.

 

 

JENNY A.

Jenny holds a Master’s degree in Childhood Education and Literacy, and is NYS professionally certified in these areas. Additionally , she holds a NYS professional certificate in Early Childhood Education. She has over six years of teaching and tutoring experience. While working at a charter school in the Bronx from 2019-2023, she was a lead teacher who taught 4th grade during the school year and rising 2nd graders in the summer. She also worked as a math and ELA curriculum writer. She is currently teaching 5th Grade at a private school in Westchester.

CAROLYN L.

Carolyn is a driven graduate student in the Education field. As a current teacher’s aide at an elementary school, she strives to educate each student with various learning styles. Carolyn’s goal is to create a positive and inclusive learning environment for all elementary ages. After graduating cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Childhood Education and a minor in Mathematics from SUNY Oneonta, she is currently working towards a Master of Science in Childhood Education from the University at Albany.

DINA P.

Dina is a highly experienced elementary educator with over 30 years of experience in grades 1-7 in both public and private school settings. Dina received a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Elementary Education from SUNY Oneonta and a Master’s of Science Degree in Elementary Education from The Bank Street College of Education. Mindfulness practices and confidence building strategies are part of Dina’s work with children. In her work with children from many different backgrounds and learning styles, Dina strives to identify students’ strengths and interests and works with those assets to develop further success and love for learning. She currently lives in Stamford, Ct. with her two beloved, old cats, Leela and Robby, and enjoys crossword puzzles and walks at the beach.

SHEELA K.

Sheela started her professional career as an Engineer in the Corporate Services industry and worked with various major corporations in management position(s). She switched her corporate career to College and High School teaching/tutoring while raising her family and absolutely loved it! She is extremely passionate about teaching Mathematics even though her academic qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Physics and a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. And with a combined (almost) fifteen (15) years of teaching and tutoring experiences in mathematics under her belt, Sheela is very well prepared to continue guiding her students to not only understand the math concepts but also to develop a deeper understanding of their applications in various disciplines.

KATIE B.

Katie is a seasoned elementary teacher with eight years in the private school system. Her expertise spans from Kindergarten to Fifth Grade. Katie is a master of differentiating instruction to assist neurodiverse learners (IEPs) while accommodating all learning styles. Beyond remedial support and enrichment, Katie provides executive function coaching for students and their families. She instills a “growth mindset” in her students and fosters their confidence development through hands-on and engaging lessons. Katie prioritizes communication with families, sharing the progress being made and the next steps.

Katie earned her Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in Educational Technology from Boston College. She also holds a dual Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education and Applied Psychology and Human Development from Boston College. In her spare time, Katie works at a fitness studio and loves to needlepoint. In the summer, she enjoys being out on her boat, traveling to Nantucket, and playing with her baby nephew.