Theresa earned a B.S. in Special Education with a minor in Neuroscience from Vanderbilt University. She is now pursuing an M.A. in Special Education at the University of Nebraska. She spent 3 years at Annandale High School as a special education math teacher. Her teaching philosophy is student-driven learning with explicit instruction and frequent checks for understanding. She believes that with high expectations, hard work, and patience, any student can achieve their goals! Theresa enjoys tutoring because it provides an individualized experience with clear results that impact students long past the tutoring sessions. Fun fact: Theresa loves to cook cuisines from around the world, and almost never cooks the same thing twice. Ask about your favorite recipe; odds are, she’s cooked it!

Alonzo holds a B.A. in Computer Science from Cornell University and has worked as a software developer at tech companies such as Indeed Inc. Over the years, he has taught a wide range of students—from elementary school kids to university students—across an equally diverse set of subjects, including computer science, math, reading, and even musical theatre. As a tutor, he is perceptive, adaptable, and committed to meeting the students where they are. In his free time, Alonzo loves performing on stage, contributing to open-source programming projects, and staying active with sports and board games.

Clara graduated from Cornell University with a B.S. in Biology and Society and is currently a dental student at Columbia College of Dental Medicine. She specializes in SAT tutoring as well as STEM subjects, including biology, chemistry, and mathematics. Her teaching approach focuses on breaking down complex concepts into clear, manageable steps while helping students develop strong problem solving skills and test taking strategies. Clara has extensive experience working with students of varying learning styles and tailors each lesson to meet individual needs and goals. 

As an Engineering major, Elsa brings both strong subject expertise and an understanding of the challenges students face when learning complex material. She believes that no two students learn exactly the same way and takes the time to understand each student’s strengths, challenges, and learning style. Her lessons are highly personalized, with a focus on building both confidence and a deep understanding of the material.

Elsa’s favorite part of tutoring is helping students experience those rewarding “lightbulb” moments when a concept that once felt confusing suddenly clicks. She is passionate about creating a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, tackling challenges, and developing the skills they need to succeed both on exams and in the classroom.

Outside of academics and tutoring, Elsa enjoys crochet, rock collecting, and baking.

Sarah is a fourth-year Biology student at Duke University who grew up between Los Angeles and Seoul. Having navigated the college admissions process herself, she understands the challenges students face when preparing for standardized tests and is committed to making the process feel more manageable. 

Sarah’s tutoring style is both detail-oriented and big-picture focused. She emphasizes building a strong foundation through step-by-step reasoning while helping students recognize patterns that carry across different question types. 

In her free time, she enjoys baking banana bread, spending time near the ocean, and playing volleyball.

A test prep veteran, Alex has been helping students reach their goals for over 30 years. He prefers an interactive approach and likes to crack the occasional joke. His approach focuses on sharing the hidden structure of the tests, allowing his students to see the patterns in the problems, making the whole testing experience manageable. He holds a degree in Psychology from UCLA. Outside of tutoring, Alex is a proud father, a pro-level cook, a tech tinkerer and maker, traveller, desert/forest camper, and a huge gaming/sci-fi/fantasy nerd.

Emma graduated from Millikin University with a B.A. in Education and English. While working as a public-school educator, she earned her master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. With eight years of teaching experience across three different states (Illinois, California, and New York), Emma has built a plethora of skills to support students from all backgrounds and with multiple needs. She partners with students at every stage of their learning journey, equipping them with transferable strategies and meaningful support to help them reach their goals with confidence. Connecting
with students as humans and infusing humor and patience into tutoring are some of the
hallmarks of Emma’s teaching style. Outside of teaching, Emma loves international travel, hot air balloons, and a good book.

A current medical student at Drexel University, Fred specializes in helping test takers identify recurring patterns while addressing foundational gaps in knowledge. His approach equips students with structured, repeatable strategies for every section of the exam, allowing them to build pattern recognition and consistency over time. His goal is not only to improve scores but also to reduce test anxiety and help students feel in control on exam day.

Fred takes a laid-back, positive, and encouraging approach to teaching. He believes that building rapport with students beyond the material is essential for meaningful growth, constructive feedback, and long-term success.

In his free time, Fred enjoys watching football and basketball, staying active through lifting and hiking, playing video games, and exploring new cities and restaurants.

Daniel graduated from Oregon State University with a B.S. in Molecular Biology and Computer Science and is currently pursuing an M.S. in Artificial Intelligence. He
specializes in SAT and ACT math, bringing years of experience in helping students navigate college entrance exams.

As a tutor, he is perceptive and adaptable. He considers each student’s unique goals and balances technical mastery with the practical mindset needed for exam success. On the Digital SAT, for example, he is adept at teaching the math concepts underlying tricky questions while sharing Desmos tips that help students speed up their problem solving and verify their answers.

In his free time, Daniel enjoys
sports and history and stays active through fitness and athletic training.

Ali is a passionate student-focused tutor who loves to solve problems. His engineering degree gives him a strong background in Math and Physics and his high school teaching experience equips him with an inventory of various teaching techniques to help his students get what they need. While pursuing his MFA in Game Design, he tutored 1:1 for SAT, ACT, and academic Math and Physics. Ali is currently a professor teaching Game Development, and he’s always happy to explain why he thinks learning is exactly like playing games. Outside of teaching, Ali enjoys watching football, playing video games, and making his own!

Mariam is an adaptable educator who has served as a teaching assistant, supported students across math and science courses, and helped SAT students strengthen both content knowledge and test-day strategy. She approaches SAT prep with patience and flexibility, focusing on understanding why answers work rather than relying on shortcuts or memorization.

Mariam tailors each session to student needs—whether that means rebuilding math fundamentals, refining pacing, or working through test anxiety. She believes that doing well on the SAT isn’t about being “naturally good at tests,” but about learning how the exam works, practicing with intention, and trusting yourself on test day. Outside of tutoring, Mariam enjoys films, travel, and baking!

Vishal is a mechanical engineering student at the University of Maryland whose approach to tutoring is analytical and logic-driven. Vishal’s teaching style emphasizes recognizing patterns, breaking down question types, and solving problems efficiently. His goal is to help students build both speed and confidence without sacrificing understanding. He specializes in SAT tutoring, often using Desmos to help students visualize and master complex problems. Outside of tutoring, Vishal enjoys spending time with his Labrador-hound mix named Loki.

Bryan is a student at the University of Maryland majoring in Computer Science. His teaching centers around creating connections between familiar and unfamiliar topics in order to build intuition and deeper understanding. In addition to grasping content, Bryan also focuses on building a strong mindset: to not dwell on previous mistakes, but to improve from them. He believes that all students, with the right guidance and attitude, can learn to not be scared of math, and maybe, just possibly, appreciate it as well! In addition to teaching, Bryan enjoys playing basketball, listening to Wong Faye, and creating colorful CFD streamlines.