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.
“My teaching style is centered on the ‘students as teachers’ modality," explains tutor Jose N. "My students help inform and guide the learning environment, which they should ultimately play an active part in."
Education:
Bachelor's in Dance & Theater, University Of California, Berkeley
Master's in
Dance Studies, Mills College
Hobbies:
Reading Plays, Spending Time In Nature, Discovering New Music, Keeping My Skills Sharp, Dancing Whenever I Can.
An avid fan of ultimate frisbee and hiking, tutor Kelcy H. says he enjoys “helping students grow in both confidence and competence as they prepare to go to college.” Kelcy attributes his love for teaching to his fondness for learning.
Education:
Bachelor's in Biblical Studies, Freed-Hardeman University
Master's in
Business Administration, Rice University
Hobbies:
Ultimate Frisbee, Hiking, Camping, Chinese Study, Comedy
“I want to teach students to logically and critically assess their own thinking,” says tutor and research doctorate Kelly C. She has over six years of experience helping students sharpen their critical thinking skills and overcome learning blocks.
Education:
Bachelor's in Psychology, University Of California, Berkeley
Doctoral Degree in
Psychology, University Of Washington, Seattle
Hobbies:
Painting, Hiking
“I believe learning is strongest when students understand the ‘why’ behind a concept, as this helps them recognize patterns and develop their own strategies for optimal retention,” says Keyla C., who emphasizes persistence, communication, and support in her work.
Education:
Bachelor's in Psychology, Boston College
Master's in
Biomedical Sciences, Tufts University
Hobbies:
Tennis, Piano, Long-distance Running, Knitting, Interest In Oncology Research
“Grades and test scores are important to me, but what matters most is teaching students problem-solving strategies, helping them master the material they’re learning step-by-step, and discussing how the subjects they’re learning relate to the world at large,” Kristen M. says.
Education:
Bachelor's in Biology, Loyola University Chicago
Master's in
Anatomy, Howard University
Hobbies:
Biking, Reading, Cooking, Traveling
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