ANNA TREESARA, M.S.ED.
FOUNDER, ELA TUTOR, & CAREER COACH
TUTORS: English Language Arts, Spanish, Executive Functioning, College Planning, and Workforce Development/Career Coaching
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EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts in English Education - Bradley University; Master of Science in Language Arts Instruction - Northeastern Illinois University
Anna was born and raised in the Avondale neighborhood in Chicago and is a former high school English teacher who taught abroad in Thailand for one year and in Chicago for three years. She transitioned out of teaching in hopes of creating a larger and more meaningful impact beyond the classroom walls. After leaving the classroom, she joined a workforce development nonprofit focused on providing internship opportunities for CPS seniors. In November 2019, Anna decided to finally start up her own tutoring business to focus on individualized lifelong learning and providing high-quality educational services. Anna currently lives in Humboldt Park/West Bucktown with her husband Kyle, their dog Addison, and their son Liam. She loves to read for her book club Brunchin' Bookworms and run/walk on the 606!
REBECCA LEVIN
ELA, TEST PREP, & EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING TUTOR
TUTORS: English, Reading, SAT Prep, College Planning, Organization, and Intensive Literacy Training
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EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature - University of Michigan; Master of Arts in Teaching - Dominican University
Rebecca grew up in Cleveland, Ohio and spent a year studying and volunteering in a preschool in Israel before studying English, linguistics, and the history of art at the University of Michigan. Rebecca has always been passionate about literacy and education and moved to Chicago as a Teach for America Corps member in 2016. During her corps experience, Rebecca earned a Master of Arts in Teaching at Dominican University. She has worked as an English and Creative Writing teacher at Catalyst Maria High School ever since, now entering her fifth year in the classroom. Rebecca has experience working with a wide range of students, which includes volunteering in an Israeli preschool, tutoring middle school students, working as a camp counselor for young adults with special needs, and implementing an intensive literacy intervention program (REWARDS) for teens. Rebecca has also worked as a classroom specialist in the Cleveland Clinic’s ADHD Summer Treatment Program for elementary students, a program designed to hone stronger classroom behavior and independent management skills. Rebecca has experience in curriculum development, having created and designed the 11th grade Honors curriculum at Catalyst, and she is now working to align the reading curriculum at her school for grades 6-12. Rebecca loves getting to work with students of all ages and backgrounds and deeply believes in the power of literature as a means of engagement at every age. When she is not reading or teaching, she is usually practicing yoga, cooking, or walking by the lake.
KIM LANGELAND
K-12 & TEST PREP TUTOR
TUTORS: K-12 Math & Reading, ACT/SAT Test Prep, Selective Enrollment Test Prep, Executive Functioning
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EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Elementary and Special Education - Indiana University; Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction with ESL endorsement - National Louis University
Kim has been teaching for 8 years, and she is currently a Special Services teacher at Join Muir Literacy Academy. She studied Elementary Education and Special Education at Indiana University and is now pursuing a master's degree at National Louis University in Curriculum and Instruction with an ESL endorsement. She also has 8 years of tutoring experience and has tutored students in elementary school all the way to students in high school prepping for the ACT test. She has tutored mostly in the subjects of Math and Literacy but also has helped students with organization, time management, and study skills. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband Kody, her family, and friends. Her biggest joys in life are walking on the lakefront path, watching movies, traveling, and relaxing.
ALEXANDRA RODRIGUEZ-BEUERMAN
STEM TUTOR
TUTORS: Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Math, and Computer Science
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EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering - Washington University in St. Louis; Master of Arts in Teaching - Relay Graduate School of Education; Master of Science in Energy Engineering - University of Illinois at Chicago
After majoring in Chemical Engineering at Washington University in St. Louis, Alexandra moved to Chicago to pursue teaching through Teach For America. She worked as a 10th grade Engineering teacher for two years on the West Side of Chicago at ITW David Speer Academy. After Alexandra's two-year commitment to teaching was up, she found a job at McMaster-Carr as a software developer. At McMaster, she has learned how to design, implement, and test code. While working at McMaster, she also obtained her Master's degree in Energy Engineering at the University of Illinois-Chicago. As someone who has spent the past ten years or so in STEM, Alexandra is passionate about helping students grow and succeed in their math and science courses, as well as any other STEM classes their school may offer. She loves getting to know her students and helping them flourish, however that may mean for them.
MEET OUR TUTORS!
LILY VALENTINE
K-12 & EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING TUTOR
TUTORS: K-6 (all subjects), K-12 Reading, Writing, and Social Studies, and Executive Functioning
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EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts in English, Art History - Kenyon College; Bachelor of Arts in Art History; Master of Arts in Teaching - Relay Graduate School of Education
Lily is an English Language Arts teacher for 6-8th grade students at a private school in Chicago. Previously, she taught 4th grade science and 5th grade reading. She has worked in public, private, and charter schools. She also has experience tutoring and mentoring students from 2nd to 8th grade. She loves building relationships with students and seeing them grow, both academically and personally. Having grown up in Colorado, her favorite activities involve being outside and spending time with her dog, Stella. She also loves to read and write poetry.
LOGAN GRZESIEK
MATH & SCIENCE TUTOR
TUTORS: K-12 Math, Middle School Science, Computer Science, Selective Enrollment Test Prep (Math)
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EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics - Indiana University
Logan has channeled his intrinsic love for math into helping others learn to understand and thrive across all levels of the subject. He started his career as a teacher in small-town Indiana and then onto the South Side of Chicago. He taught Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II and Pre-Calculus, and SAT prep to young minds from all walks of life. He has since moved on to a career in web development, as well as tutoring and instructing hundreds of kids in Chicago's North Shore. He loves spending time with his wife and daughter, as well as playing guitar and collecting vintage Pokemon cards.
SAMIE DEYO
K-12 TUTOR
TUTORS: K-12 (all subjects)
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EDUCATION: Bachelor in Arts - Northern Illinois University, Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education - National Louis University, Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction with Advanced Specializations in English as a Second Language - National Louis University
Samie is a K-1 ESL Teacher at a public school in Chicago. She has previously taught 1st grade, kindergarten, and early childhood education for over 10 years. She has experience tutoring K-3 and emergent bilinguals. She loves to encourage her students and mentees to be the best version of themselves and achieve their full potential. She inspires change in the world through teaching and mentoring. She is committed to being a lifelong learner and inspires those around her to do the same.
HILLARY MOON
K-8 GENERAL EDUCATION, SPECIAL EDUCATION, & EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING TUTOR
TUTORS: K-8 (all subjects)
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EDUCATION: Bachelor of Fine Arts in English Literature and Linguistics, French Literature and Linguistics - Grand Valley State University
Hillary was raised in the metro Detroit area and has traveled the world in pursuit of knowledge and experience. A chef by trade, she educated culinary staff for 20 years before entering public education. Currently, she is a special education paraprofessional for Chicago Public Schools, and she was previously a substitute teacher at the elementary level in all subjects. She loves cooking for her family and walking her dog Jim through the many beautiful parks on Chicago's northside.
KEVIN BENOIT
K-12 ELA, HISTORY, & TEST PREP TUTOR
TUTORS: K-12 ELA & History, ACT/SAT Test Prep (ELA), Selective Enrollment Test Prep (ELA)
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EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Social Studies Education - University of Dayton, Master's of Art's in Teaching - National Louis University
Kevin is a fourth-generation teacher that grew up in the northern suburbs of Chicago where a love of learning was instilled from an early age. He earned his Bachelor's in high school social studies education from the University of Dayton while playing football. He earned his Master’s in the Art of Teaching from National Louis. He has worked in various industries, but his love of learning recently brought him back to the classroom. He has taught social studies to grades 6-8 and has tutored grades 1-12. Kevin is a strong proponent of rapport-building and relationships in education, incorporating a student’s lived experience and their passions into their learning. In his free time, he enjoys watching sports, trying new recipes in the kitchen, and playing with his rescue dog.
SUZANNE BARTELS
K-12 MATH & TEST PREP TUTOR
TUTORS: K-12 Math, ACT/SAT Test Prep (Math), Selective Enrollment Test Prep (Math)
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EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Mathematics – University of Illinois (Champaign-Urbana); Master of Education in Teaching & Learning – DePaul University
Suzanne has 8 years of classroom teaching experience ranging from Pre-Algebra to Algebra 2 and has worked as a tutor in various settings for almost 20 years. She is currently teaching Pre-Algebra and Algebra at a charter school in Rogers Park. A large part of her teaching philosophy involves building self-confidence in her students and providing them with tools to support their ongoing success in mathematics. In her free time, Suzanne loves to explore new places, try new foods and spend time with her friends and family.
ANDY BALBUENA
K-12 TUTOR
TUTORS: K-12 (all subjects), ACT/SAT Test Prep, College Planning, Spanish, German, English Language Arts, Selective Enrollment Test Prep
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EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts w/ a citation in German – Harvard University; Juris Doctorate – Rutgers Law School; Master of Arts in Political Science – University of Chicago; PhD Candidate in Political Science – University of Chicago
Andy settled in Chicago via New Jersey, where he had extensive experience as a test prep, language, and K-12 tutor of math and language arts subjects, among others. Andy moved to Chicago to study political and legal theory in graduate school, where he has experience working as a Teaching Assistant.
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SARA MALMANGER
K-12 TUTOR
TUTORS: K-12 (all subjects), ACT/SAT Test Prep, Selective Enrollment Test Prep, Spanish
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EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences Communication - University of Wisconsin - Madison
Sara was born and raised in Janesville, WI. She has a Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences Communication and certificates in Entrepreneurship, Global Health, and Digital Studies from the University of Wisconsin - Madison. During college, she tutored students in Psychology, Spanish, Biology, and Chemistry for the Division of Diversity, Equity & Educational Achievement (DDEEA). She also taught gymnastics for several years and enjoys working with learners of all abilities and skill levels. Sara moved to Chicago following graduation in the Spring of 2020. She began working at Cambridge Educational Services partnering with schools and districts to provide tailored academic programming, and she now works at the University of Chicago in academic affairs. With over 5 years of tutoring experience, Sara uses her educational expertise and communication skills to build positive relationships with and support students academically. She is passionate about helping local Chicago students reach their full academic potential and build lifelong learning habits.
LEIGH KINSLER
K-12 TUTOR
TUTORS: K-12 (math, ELA, science), ACT/SAT Test Prep, Selective Enrollment Test Prep
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EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Biology, Minor in Psychology - Johns Hopkins University; Master’s of Science in Biotechnology - Rush University Medical College
Leigh, a native of Chicago, is driven by her deep passion for knowledge and commitment to helping others. She majored in behavioral biology with a minor in psychology at Johns Hopkins University and recently earned her master’s in biotechnology at Rush University Medical College. She has a robust tutoring background with experiences as a teacher’s assistant, K-12 tutor in all subjects, and college admissions mentor. Currently, she is a pre-medical student preparing to apply to medical school. In her free time, she enjoys playing basketball, experimenting with new baking recipes, and volunteering at local health clinics. She is dedicated to helping students achieve their academic goals and supporting them on their journey.
EMILY BAGGIO
ELA, TEST PREP, & EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING TUTOR
TUTORS: K-12 ELA, ACT/SAT Test Prep (ELA), Selective Enrollment Test Prep (ELA), ESL
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EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts in Secondary English Education - University of Illinois at Chicago; ESL Certification - Northeastern Illinois University
Emily is a Chicago-based educator with five years of experience teaching 9th-12th grade English Language Arts and ESL in Chicago Public Schools. As an educator, she is passionate about creating a dynamic and responsive environment for her students. Currently, she is currently pursuing further education in preparation for a career in data science. Besides studying, she spends her free time reading science fiction or spending time with her dog.
VINCENT LEWIS
6-12 MATH TUTOR
TUTORS: 6-12 Math, Algebra, Geometry, Calculus, Physics, Test Prep
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EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts in Secondary English Education - University of Illinois at Chicago; ESL Certification - Northeastern Illinois University
Vincent Lewis was born in Roger's Park before receiving his B.A. in Mathematics and Physics from Kenyon College. While at Kenyon, he spent three years doing independent research in theoretical Quantum Mechanics. He believes that math and physics should be learned in socially dynamic atmospheres and loves the challenge of helping students find their own personal way of relating to logic. He specializes in algebra, geometry, and calculus, as well as general test prep. He is open to local clients in Logan Square as well as remote sessions. Outside of math and physics, Vincent is a multi-instrumentalist musician, producing music and participating in bands throughout the local Chicago scene, as well teaching private music lessons.
KATRINA LEWIS
K-12 MATH & SCIENCE TUTOR
TUTORS: K-12 Math & Science, Algebra, Physics
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EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science in Space Systems Design - Arizona State University
Katrina is originally from Phoenix, Arizona. She has been tutoring for over six years and especially enjoys helping students gain confidence in advanced math subjects. In her spare time, Katrina enjoys knitting, skating, and is involved with youth sports coaching, She obtained her undergraduate degree from Arizona State University before working professionally as a mechanical engineer. She is now pursuing a graduate degree from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
SARE (SULLY) GERIN
ELA, COLLEGE COACHING, & EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING TUTOR
TUTORS: ELA, Selective Enrollment Test Prep (ELA), IB Programme Advising, Executive Functioning, College Advising
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EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts in Art History/Brain and Cognitive Science, Master of Science in Human Development - University of Rochester
Sully's decade-long career in education started during their service year in AmeriCorps, working as a pre-college advisor and program manager for Upward Bound. From there, they went on to work in higher education for 8 years running academic programs, advising students on their academic journeys, and working in selective admissions. They're passionate about helping students find their voice and forge their own path - in school and beyond.