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. 

Aakanksha holds degrees in physics and mathematics and is currently conducting research in quantum computing and statistics. Her work gives her a strong background in problem-solving and mathematics, supplemented by her experience in tutoring math and SAT preparation. She loves to help students methodically break down problems into manageable steps while fostering a friendly, supportive environment that encourages confident communication and accommodates different learning styles. She meets students wherever they are in their learning journey and helps them develop both strong test-taking skills and lasting learning habits.

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.

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.

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!

Zihao graduated from Harvard University with a bachelor’s degree in Economics and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Financial Economics at Johns Hopkins University. With several years of tutoring and teaching experience, he is passionate about helping students build confidence and achieve their academic goals. Zihao self-studied for both the ACT and SAT, achieving strong results, which allows him to share proven strategies, tips, and test-taking techniques that lead to success. He believes every student has the potential to succeed and tailors each session to the student’s unique learning style, focusing on clear explanations, strong rapport, and consistent support. Outside of tutoring, Zihao enjoys traveling the world, staying active, and cheering on Minnesota sports teams.

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.