I love helping my students learn a new skill or improve upon something they struggle with. Each learner has different strengths, which I try to gear my lesson toward, so that learning comes more naturally to them. I have been tutoring for over 20 years, and am a certified K-9 teachers with a Masters degree in education.

Hi, My name is Jennifer Rizzo and I have been teaching for 11 years. I have a bachelors in Early grades education (Grades Pre-K-4). I also have a masters in Reading/ELA and my reading specialist certificate. Presently I am an intervention specialist at Carlynton School District. Previously I have taught Kindergarten for 5 years, Pre-K for 1 year, 2nd grade for 1 year and academic support in grades K-3 for 2 years. I also have been an interventionist at the Duquesne University reading clinic for one year. I have been trained in using a variety of programs specifically focusing on phonics/spelling instruction as well as reading comprehension. I...

Hi! My name is Rebecca. I graduated from Slippery Rock University in 2021 with a degree in Finance and minors in statistics and information systems. Throughout college I worked for both the tutoring center and the math assistance center helping students reach their potential. Since graduating I have continued to tutor. Most recently, I have been tutoring a second and a third grader in reading, writing, and occasionally math. I try to make learning as fun and exciting as possible. I keep an upbeat and encouraging attitude so that the student doesn't get discouraged. I look forward to working with more individuals in the future!

I graduated Summa Cum Laude from Westminster College in 2013 with degrees in Early Childhood and Special Education. Since then, I have taught third grade at a local private school and 8th grade learning support at Seneca Valley. I teach reading, math, English, and study skills. I also support my students within the inclusion setting for science and social studies. I enjoy collaborating with families to provide academic support and mentorship to students. Developing engaging activities which are developmentally appropriate is rewarding for me....

Hello! My name is Emma Ventresca, and I am a student at Yale University. Through the National Honor Society Peer Tutor Program and teaching Taekwondo classes as a fourth-degree black belt, I have taught students of all ages in multiple disciplines. Additionally, I received acceptances from universities such as Princeton, Stanford, Brown, Cornell, and Duke, in addition to the Stamps Scholarship at Notre Dame and the Jefferson Scholarship at the University of Virginia. I am currently double majoring in Economics and Theater and Performance Studies. These achievements have granted me first-hand experience with standardized testing, the college a

I have been teaching for 27 years. I began teaching as a special education teacher at Children’s Institute for 2 years and then worked at The Watson Institute for 5 years. I have been at Gateway School District for 20 years as a learning support teacher in the elementary setting. I absolutely love teaching students how to read and I also love math and showing students a variety of strategies to solve the math problems.

Hi! My name is Hannah, and I am a recent college grad. I was just a student, so I understand what it’s like to be in your shoes! My degree is in Communications, which means I have a plethora of experience with different subjects. This also means that I have great interpersonal communication skills, and I will take the time to listen to you, get to know you, and learn the ways that you comprehend things best! I graduated in the top 1% of my graduating class, and earned top honors overall, as well as in my major. I am excited to work with you, and help you reach your academic goals, just as I have reached mine!

I am a recent college graduate with a degree in Exercise Science and a minor in Spanish and Hispanic studies. I also have a love for English and all things history. I want to help tailor a program towards you and your goals!