Our Tutoring Staff
At PrepNow all of our tutoring is one-to-one, and our state-of-the-art virtual classroom enables your child to work privately with a tutor from the convenience of your home. Years of experience have taught us that finding the right match is a critically important step in a successful tutoring outcome, and our innovative program gives you access to some of the best tutors in the country. Each profile has information regarding the tutor's academic history, teaching experience, teaching style, hobbies and interests. This information, along with the diverse backgrounds and personalities of our staff, will help to ensure that you find the perfect match for your child.
"I've seen how much knowledge and understanding can empower students, giving them confidence in themselves to become people who make valuable contributions to the world," says tutor Alexandra (Alex) O. Alex describes herself as a "fun-loving, active person who loves to engage with people--passionate about learning, being outside, and being active in my community." A Ph.D. candidate in Sociology, Alex has taught numerous college-level courses as well as tutoring formally for more than four years.
Education:
Bachelor's in Sociology, Florida State University
Master's in Sociology, UC - Irvine
Hobbies:
Hiking, Arts & Crafts, Music
"Especially on standardized tests, students have to be able to rely on their own mental toolbox," says tutor Alexandria (Alex) L-C. "To my mind, there is no single skill more important than the ability to problem-solve." A classroom English teacher for five years, Alex has tutored test-prep since college.
Education:
Bachelor's in Literature, Yale University
Master's in Adolescent Education, St. John's University
Hobbies:
Singing, Writing, Cooking
Alicia is the communications director for a political party. She has over ten years of tutoring experience with a wide range of students.
Education:
Bachelor's in Political Science, University Of Notre Dame
Master's in Government, Johns Hopkins University
Hobbies:
Politics, Snowboarding, Family
"While standardized tests are stressful, they have the power to open up great opportunities," says tutor Andy G. An educator and theater-lover, in addition to tutoring, Andy creates curriculum and programs to bring live theater and writing and acting opportunities to children.
Education:
Bachelor's in Educational Theatre, All Grades, New York University
Hobbies:
Theatre/drama, Television, Movies
"I believe that education is a collaborative effort, and therefore in the importance of establishing trust and a safe space for tutelage emotionally and intellectually," Asha says.
Education:
Bachelor's in History, Boston University
Master's in Interdisciplinary Arts, University Of Pennsylvania
Hobbies:
Art, Comedy, Music
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