Meet Our Team
Co-Founders
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Avery Luck, Co-Founder
Master’s degree in Special Education: Learning Disabilities (SELD) from American University
University Coach and two-time Adjunct Professor (EDU-606 Theories and Methods in Diagnostic and Prescriptive Mathematics) for SELD graduate students at American University
Expertise: multi-sensory mathematics, study skills and organization, executive functioning, and support with high school and college admissions processes
Grade Levels: K-12
Enjoys Soulcycle classes, trying new restaurants, watching and playing sports, and traveling
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Charlie Crowley, Co-Founder
Master’s degrees in Special Education: Learning Disabilities (SELD) from American University and Elementary Education from Lesley University
Certification in Multi-Sensory Math K-12 from Atlantic Seaboard Dyslexia Education Center (ASDEC)
Expertise: multi-sensory mathematics, executive functioning support, study skills and organization, general middle through high school coaching and advising
Grade Levels: 6-12
Enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, Rosie and Cole
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Julie Miller, Co-Founder
Master’s Degree in Reading with an emphasis on English language learners from University of Maryland
Recipient of the Shirley J. Lowrie, Thank You for Teaching Award from Montgomery County Public Schools in 2020
Expertise: reading interventionist in Montgomery County Public Schools, experience with Really Great Reading and Orton-Gillingham approaches
Grade Levels: K-5
Enjoys spending time with her husband and their two sons, Jackson and Brody
Our Tutors
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Amandine J.
Master’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Nantes (France)
Bachelor’s degree in English and American Civilization and Literature from the University of Rennes 2 (France)
Expertise: French language acquisition mechanisms and strategies
Grade Levels: PreK-12
Enjoys spending time with friends, traveling, hiking, dancing, and baking
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Andrew C.
CPA, Law Student at Georgetown University Law Center, Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from Boston College
Expertise: Spanish language, bilingual education, college entrance exams, LSAT, Introduction to Financial Accounting
Grade Levels: 5-12 + college level
Enjoys spending time at the beach with family, playing and watching basketball, traveling abroad, and watching movies
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Anna B.
Master’s degree in Special Education for Students with Emotional and Behavioral Disabilities from The George Washington University
Expertise: Science of Reading, Really Great Reading, Orton Gillingham, reading comprehension, written language expression and mechanics, mathematics, executive function and organization skills, emotional regulation strategies, and social skills
Grade levels: literacy K-8, mathematics K-6, EF and social skills k-12
Enjoys: crafting, concerts, golfing (poorly), and traveling as much as possible
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April H.
Master’s degree in Special Education: Learning Disabilities from American University
Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from George Mason University
Expertise: Orton Gillingham, Science of Reading, pre-reading and writing skills, reading comprehension, elementary level math, executive functioning, social skills and social interaction
Grade Levels: K-6
Enjoys reading, dancing, hiking, cheering on all Detroit sports teams and going on walks with her puppy
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Ashley W.
Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus in Reading from University of Cincinnati
Expertise: elementary reading, writing, decoding, and math
Grade Levels: K-5
Enjoys spending time with family, going to the beach, cheering on UMD football and basketball, and working out
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Brennan B.
Doctorate in biomedical sciences from St. Jude Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences focused on the epigenomic response to chemotherapeutics in pediatric leukemia
Expertise: Biology, Cancer Biology, Genetics, Anatomy & Physiology, Chemistry (Organic & Inorganic), Physical Science, Physics, Algebra I & II, Trigonometry, Statistics, essay composition, research proposals, and reading comprehension
Grade Levels: 6-12 + college level
Enjoys reading (always open to book recommendations), hiking, traveling the US in a converted school bus, and learning new subjects (currently improving my coding skills in R and Python)
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Cara Z.
Master’s degree in Special Education: Learning Disabilities from American University
Expertise: structured literacy, decoding, reading comprehension, encoding, writing composition, and essay structure
Grade Levels: K-5
Enjoys spending time with her friends and family, as well as hiking, running, and exploring DC
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Carlie S.
Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Towson University
Expertise: Orton Gillingham, Science of Reading, decoding, encoding, reading comprehension, phonics, phonemic awareness, elementary level multisensory math, and executive functioning
Grade Levels: PreK-3
Enjoys baking and cake decorating, crafts, and spending time with her family
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Chelsea M.
Master’s degree in Applied Physics from Johns Hopkins University
Expertise: Algebra 1 & 2, Precalculus, Calculus, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry and Test Prep (ACT/ SAT)
Grade Levels: 6-12, college
Enjoys running, practicing martial arts, doing jigsaw puzzles, and spending time with her dog Oliver
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Chelsea W.
Master’s degree in Special Education: Learning Disabilities from American University
Expertise: multi-sensory mathematics, writing skills, writing composition, and college admissions essay writing
Grade Levels: K-12
Enjoys coaching soccer, basketball, and volleyball, working out, hiking, traveling, and spending time with her three pets: Ruthie, Ranger, and Reina
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Danny S.
Master’s degree in Elementary Education from George Washington University
Expertise: Reading foundations (decoding, comprehension, fluency), writing (composition and conventions), math (number sense, problem solving, fluency), personal social skills (including self-esteem), science, social studies, executive functioning skills, and physical education
Grade Levels: PK-8
Enjoys outdoor adventures, creative projects of all kinds, and finding play in everything. Combining all three with his wife and two children? Perfection!
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David D.
Bachelor’s degree in International Business from George Washington University
Expertise: Latin, history, and music (bass, guitar, production, and piano)
Grade Levels: 6-12
Enjoys cooking professionally at a French restaurant, playing and recording music with various bands and friends, scuba diving, and drawing/writing graphic novels
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Diana W.
Master’s degree in Public Policy from Georgetown University
Expertise: Math grades 5-8, Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, SAT/ACT math test preparation
Grades: 5-12
Enjoys traveling, spending time with family, trying new restaurants, listening to live music, and going to sports games
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Elena Y.
Working toward a Master's degree in American History from Gettysburg College–Gilder Lehrman
Expertise: American History, World History, writing skills, active reading strategies, organizational skills
Grade levels: 6-8th, 9-12th, College
Enjoys traveling, reading, camping, biking, hiking, and most outdoor activities -
Elizabeth S.
Certified Science of Reading Specialist with a bachelor’s degree in English from William Smith College
Expertise: strengthening foundational and cumulative reading skills for improving readers, working with reading students diagnosed with dyslexia
Grade Levels: K-4
Enjoys reading, meeting new people, exercising, and helping the marginalized
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Ellen G.
Master’s degree in Administration and Educational Leadership from Hood College
Expertise: decoding and reading comprehension, writing composition, multisensory mathematics, and executive functioning
Grade Levels: K-5
Enjoys rooting for the Montreal Canadiens
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Ellie R.
Master's degree in Special Education from University of Pittsburgh
Expertise: decoding, reading comprehension, foundational math skills, writing expression and mechanics
Grade Levels: K-5
Enjoys painting, drawing, and making any sort of craft. Loves nature walks and spending time with her friends and family
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Élodie K.
Teaching French as a foreign language certification (specialization with children) from Alliance Française Paris
Bachelor’s degree in Inclusion of individuals with specific needs from the University of Beauvais (France)
Expertise: Reading comprehension, listening comprehension, written production, and oral production
Enjoys spending time with family and friends, discovering new places, swimming, homemade baking and cooking
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Ethan G.
Master’s degree in Applied and Engineering Physics from George Mason University
Expertise: all math beginning with Algebra I, SAT/ACT math and science prep, all Physics courses including AP and college physics, and Spanish through high school Spanish III
Grade Levels: 9-12 and college
Enjoys following DC sports, playing and listening to music, and learning about science
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Evan S
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from the University of Vermont
Expertise: Earth science, physics, multisensory math, high school mathematics, executive functioning, and student support with vocational rehabilitation
Grade Levels: 6-12
Enjoys learning about the latest technological advancements, traveling, and showing people the relevancy of science and mathematics in our everyday lives
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Jamie L.
Master's degree in Secondary Education from the University of Maryland, College Park
Expertise: Pre-Algebra, Algebra I and II, Geometry, Precalculus, Calculus (including AP Calculus AB and college level)
Grade Levels: 6-12
Enjoys rereading Harry Potter, going to OrangeTheory fitness classes, trying new restaurants with friends, and spending time with her husband and adopted dog, Dobby
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Jamie T.
Master’s degree in Special Education: Learning Disabilities from American University
Expertise: Middle school level math
Grade Levels: 1 - 8 (highest level pre-algebra)
Enjoys reading, hiking, hanging with my friends and cuddling with my dog
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Jeremy Z.
Master's degrees in Special Education and Elementary Education from Marymount University
Expertise: Multisensory mathematics, reading comprehension, organization and test taking skills, executive functioning coach, Orton-Gillingham trained
Grade Levels: 5-9
Enjoys running, playing guitar, golfing, and spending time with my family (two daughters, 5 and 8)
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Jim C.
Master’s degree in English Language Arts Education from RELAY Graduate School in New York City
Expertise: writing structure and analysis, reading comprehension, test taking skills, general support for all humanities classes, and organization and planning
Grade Levels: 7-12
Enjoys playing and coaching soccer and basketball, loves watching sports, biking around DC, and spending time with friends
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Katy M.
Masters degree in Spanish Language and Literature from Indiana University at Bloomington
Expertise: Spanish Language and Literature, including Advanced Placement Language and Literature
Grade levels: 6-12, college
Enjoys travel, playing the piano, reading, and playing with her dog and cat
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Karen TA
Bachelor's degree in Fine Art from the University of Southern California
Expertise: Spanish language (native), French language (beginner and intermediate), foreign language acquisition, reading and listening comprehension, grammar and syntax, pronunciation, conversational fluency, cultural nuances and context, writing composition
Grade levels: 6-12
Enjoys thrifting, watching movies and shows, doing yoga, listening to music, traveling, and looking at pictures of adoptable dogs
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Kyle L.
Master’s degrees in Secondary Social Studies Education from RELAY School of Education in New York City, and in Archaeology from University College London
Expertise: reading comprehension, analytical writing and essay structure, general and AP-aligned support for both Social Studies and sciences, executive functioning, and transition support for rising high-schoolers and rising college freshman
Grade Levels: 6-12
Enjoys coaching and playing soccer, basketball, and volleyball, and cooking and baking for friends and family
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Masceline P.
Master's degree in Business Administration, Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from Fayetteville State University
Expertise: Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, Algebra I & II, Trigonometry, Statistics, Geometry, College Algebra, and Test Prep (ACT/SAT)
Grade Levels: K-12 and college
Enjoys cooking, long walks on the beach, and traveling
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McKenzie S.
Masters degree in Literacy Leadership: K-12 reading specialist from George Mason University
Dyslexia Graduate Certificate from University of Florida
Expertise: reading specialist Fairfax County Public Schools, experience with Orton Gillingham methodology
Grade levels: K-8
Enjoys spending time outside and finding new restaurants
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Melissa M.
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Early Development from the University of Maryland
Expertise: elementary level mathematics, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Biology, Chemistry, executive functioning, study skills, organizational skills, and test preparation
Grade Levels: K-12
Enjoys traveling, being outdoors, reading, baking, and spending time with family and friends
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Micaela P.
PhD Candidate in History at Gratz College
Expertise: Social Studies, History, Humanities, English, Writing, executive functioning, and study skills
Grade Levels: 6-12, college
Enjoys reading, visiting museums and exploring new places, rooting for the Michigan State Spartans and spending time with her husband, friends and family, and her cat Doc
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Michelle S.
Master’s degree in Special Education from Moreland University, Teach-Now School of Education
Expertise: Science of Reading, decoding, encoding and reading comprehension, pre-reading and writing skills, early elementary mathematics, and executive functioning
Grade levels: PK-5
Enjoys: going to the beach, spending time with family and friends, trying out new restaurants, and watching the Philadelphia Eagles
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Nathan B.
Master's Degree from The Writing Seminars at Johns Hopkins University
Expertise: Executive functioning; essay writing; reading comprehension; high school and college applications
Grade levels: 6-12
Enjoys poetry, tennis, exploring DC, and spending time with his cat Sandy
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Nicole C.
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education from the University of Maryland
Expertise: Orton Gillingham, reading comprehension, phonemic awareness, elementary level math, social skills, and executive functioning
Grade Levels: PK-3
Enjoys spending time on the Chesapeake Bay with family and friends, DC sports, and crafting
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Noah M.
Master's Degree in Early Childhood Special Education at Relay Graduate School of Education, New York City
Expertise: Early childhood literacy and math, K-6 English and writing, special education
Grade Levels: K-6
Enjoys music, cooking, photography, and cats
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Rachel E.
Master’s degree in Special Education: Learning Disabilities (SELD) from American University
Expertise: structured literacy, multi-sensory mathematics, reading comprehension, writing composition, study skills and executive functioning
Grade Level: K-8
Enjoys traveling, eating good food, reading on the beach and spending time with family and friends
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Richelle P.
Master’s degree in Special Education: Learning Disabilities (SELD) from American University
Expertise: multi-sensory mathematics, Orton-Gillingham approach to teaching reading, writing skills and composition, and executive functioning support
Grade Levels: K-8
Enjoys being outside, hiking, exploring new restaurants with friends, listening to Taylor Swift and Harry Styles, and traveling during school breaks
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Robin S.
Master's Degree in Transition Special Education from George Washington University
Expertise: Foundational mathematics, Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Financial Literacy - individualized instruction, emphasis on metacognition and error analysis, trained in multisensory mathematics and Orton-Gillingham
Grade Levels: 5-12
DC native, mother of two, fan of long walks in Rock Creek Park, and will belt out a classic if handed a mic at karaoke
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Sabriana C.
Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Towson University
Expertise: Elementary math, science of reading, beginning phonics, word recognition, spelling, decoding, vocabulary, fluency, language acquisition and literacy, bilingual education, content in Spanish (native), working with multilingual learners
Grade levels: K-8
Enjoys nature, running, traveling and learning new things!
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Sarah N.
Master’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Virginia
Expertise: elementary math, reading comprehension and decoding, and foundational writing skills
Grade Levels: K-5
Enjoys playing pickleball, tennis, watching Washington DC sports, and crafting
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Stephanie D.
Master’s degree in English Language Learning from Western Governors University
Expertise: pre reading and writing skills, decoding and reading comprehension, writing composition, and mathematics
Grade Levels: PK-5
Enjoys traveling, reading, and learning Spanish
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Tim W.
Master’s degree in the Teaching of English from Columbia University’s Teachers College
Expertise: Reading comprehension, writing composition, general support for humanities classes and executive functioning
Grade Levels: 7-12
Enjoys riding bikes, walking dogs, iced coffee, and NBA basketball