#TeamCM: Tutors
Classroom Matters’ tutors are indeed the “Best of the Bay!” We hire experienced and proven tutors from top universities in the United States and abroad. In addition to a thorough background check, we provide intensive and ongoing training in our philosophy and approach to learning. Our tutors are dedicated professionals who are passionate about working with and supporting young people. Every Classroom Matters staff member receives ongoing training on how to support students with learning differences and cultivate executive functioning skills.
ALEX CRUZ
they/them | In Center
Senior Level II
Alex, who was raised in Southern California, moved to the Bay Area in 2014. They hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Women's and Gender Studies, a Master’s Degree in Ethnic Studies, and a post-baccalaureate certificate in the Teaching of Composition.
Alex has worked in the field of education since 2019. They previously worked as an Academic Coach at the College Internship Program in Berkeley and as an adjunct lecturer at San Francisco State University, where they taught courses in composition, sociology, and ethnic studies. Alex also has experience tutoring neurodivergent students and young adults in reading, writing, and study skills.
When Alex is not tutoring at Classroom Matters, you can find them volunteering for the Berkeley READS Adult and Family Literacy Program and in the stacks at the Berkeley Public Library.
Alex tutors K-12 reading, writing, and English; college applications and essays; and executive functioning.
ALI VAUGHAN
she/her | In Center
Senior Level II
Ali grew up in Bakersfield, California, before finding her way up to San Rafael. She holds dual degrees from Stanford University in Art Practice and Art History, where she worked as a peer advisor, gallery guide, and as editor for the Stanford Anthology for Youth.
From a young age, Ali found that writing, history, and art had the ability to make her world feel vibrant, and she hopes that she can help students find similar curiosity and excitement for learning as a tutor. Her experience editing writing from students of all ages has allowed her to develop a patient, open mind for advice. As a tutor, Ali wants to help students feel confident and comfortable in understanding themselves and their talents while developing skills to feel organized, prepared, and resilient in the inevitable moments when school doesn’t feel inspiring.
In her off time, Ali enjoys making art, seeking out concerts, and taking classes to learn new things like woodturning, jewelry making, and ceramics.
Ali tutors writing, history, college application essays, HSPT/ISEE/SSAT test prep, SAT test prep, and executive functioning.
AMANDA BURKE
they/she | Online
Senior Level II
Amanda holds degrees from UC Berkeley in Art and American Studies, with a focus on racial identity development. In their 13 years as an educator, Amanda has taught art and high school English, mentored and supervised other tutors, and directed and worked with local community programs that combat white supremacy and serve youth.
Amanda is a down-to-earth and compassionate advocate who works side by side with students within an anti-capitalist framework to help them feel empowered as active learners in and outside of the classroom. They help students work with their neurotype, mental health, and disabilities while acknowledging and navigating systemic challenges as a team. With Amanda, students practice tapping into their inner strengths, community support, self-compassion, metacognition, and self-advocacy. Amanda builds meaningful connections with their students, who often return to work with them year after year!
In their spare time, Amanda likes to walk the Bay, get lost in new video game worlds, make art (at East Bay Slimes, where they make & sell slime for stimming and stress relief!) and advocate for Covid safety and universal masking as an act of solidarity with and care for immunocompromised and marginalized communities.
Amanda tutors K-8 reading/writing, AP English, AP US History, AP World History, college applications and essays, ISEE/HSPT test prep, SAT Verbal, life skills, and executive functioning.
ANNA HENNING
she/her | In Center
Senior Level II
Anna grew up in California with parents who were educators, which led to her helping in their classrooms as she grew up. They are a source of inspiration for teaching. As a child she was constantly outside biking, hiking the local trails, climbing trees, and bodysurfing. She then attended CSU Monterey Bay and majored in Environmental Studies with a concentration in Education. She is currently attending National University and completing her Teaching Credential and Masters in Inspired Teaching. She worked at Ojai Valley School for two years and taught sixth grade science and social studies. Her teaching style utilizes a strong emphasis in experiential education, by creating real-world application of learning concepts. She has a love for the outdoors. In 2022, she created an outdoor program for a summer camp to inspire students to get outside and connect to nature while learning skills and having fun. Additionally, she has led student camping and backpacking trips. Her passion is creating experiences for students to become connected to nature and the outdoors through facilitating exceptional trips that create opportunities for social and emotional growth. You can catch her outside during her free time, trail running or surfing with her husband and dog Roo!
Anna tutors all subjects K-5 , HSPT test prep and executive functioning.
ARJUN GADKARI
they/them | In Center
Senior Level I
Arjun was raised in Portland, OR before moving to San Jose, CA. They grew up in homeschooled learning communities until attending De Anza Community College, where they began their involvement in community organizing and local politics. Earning an A.A. in Political Science and a Certificate in Leadership and Social Change. he then transferred to UC Berkeley, receiving a B.A. in Political Economy with a focus on International Environmental Policy in 2018. Arjun has deeply loved to teach, often greeting friends and parents in childhood with detailed lectures on their favorite books, video games, and science facts. Now, after nearly a decade of intermittent freelance tutoring and 3 years of professional tutoring, they continue to pursue a passion for helping learners expand their horizons. Arjun is all about collaborating in creative ways to understand the world and ourselves more fully, practicing critical thinking, empathy, and humor. With an ADHD diagnosis of their own, Arjun has strong personal experience with how a learning process or environment can conflict with students’ needs, and they center strategies such as mindfulness and habit building to best support each unique learner.
Arjun tutors chemistry, precalculus, coding/computer science, physics, AP exams, SAT/ACT, CPP, HSPT test prep, and executive functioning.
ASPEN DUBOIS
they/them | Online
College Grad
Aspen grew up out in the countryside of Petaluma, California with many cats, chickens, oak trees, and blackberry brambles. At the beginning of 2022 they relocated to Vallejo and have fallen in love with the East Bay! In their free time, they love to sing, make visual art, write, and tackle any handicraft available nearby. Creative writing and analytical essays (yes, even written for fun!) completely consumed Aspen's afternoons and weekends throughout middle and high school. After realizing how much they even loved proofreading and editing their classmates' papers, they knew that education was the route to take. In 2021, Aspen graduated from Sonoma State University with a Bachelor's in English and a concentration on pedagogy. Their own struggles with executive functioning and accessibility in the classroom laid the foundation of their teaching philosophy, which focuses on individualized education plans crafted for every student.
Aspen tutors K-6 math, K-12 reading and writing, AP English, college applications and essays, and executive functioning on all levels.
AYISHA FRIEDMAN
she/her | Online
Pre-Degree
Ayisha was born and raised in Berkeley, California. She moved to Los Angeles to attend University of California Los Angeles as an Art major and History minor. Ayisha has worked as a pre-school and middle school teacher. Her passions include art, writing, history and long walks. She loves working with young people and finds excitement in learning alongside them. Her hope is for her students to feel comfortable to grow and be themselves through their education. Ayisha’s teaching style is caring, silly and creative.
Ayisha tutors history, English, and writing at all levels; AP US History; college applications and essays; HSPT test prep, and executive functioning.
CATHY ZHENG
she/her | Online
Pre-Degree
Cathy was born and raised in New Jersey and is currently studying political science at The College of New Jersey with a Prelaw minor. As a tutor, she aims to set her students up for both academic success and self-awareness. Her own experiences with neurodivergence have allowed her to understand how difficult and isolating school and other neurotypical-centered spaces can be. Because of this, Cathy is passionate about fostering vulnerability and exploration of how students learn and motivate themselves, so that they can better advocate for themselves at school and in life. In particular, Cathy loves talking about ways to increase distress tolerance, effective problem-solving, and healthy communication. Additionally, she enjoys helping students understand and assess their schoolwork and overcome their academic challenges. In her spare time, Cathy can be found playing video games, reading in coffee shops, and making slime.
Cathy tutors K-8 reading, writing, math, history, HSPT/ISEE/SSAT prep, and executive functioning for all levels.
DOMINIQUE McLEAN
she/her | In Center/In Home
Senior Level II
Dominique is an East Bay native, raised in Hayward, and a Bishop O’Dowd alum (go Dragons!). She has recently returned home after spending over a decade back east. She has a BA in Spanish from Hampton University with a concentration in business, a certificate in Spanish Translation from American University, and her Teacher’s Assistant certificate from the City University of New York. She started tutoring in the foreign language department during undergrad, taught adult ESL in Washington, D.C. and New York, and spent the last ten years tutoring, teaching, and mentoring. Her strengths lie in student empowerment, individualized instruction, and building a solid foundation for her students. When Dominique isn’t tutoring, you can find her reading, marathon training, spending time with loved ones, and exploring the Bay Area.
Dominique tutors all K-8 subjects, Spanish, high school English, algebra 1, HSPT/ISEE/ SSAT test prep, general test prep, college applications and essays, and executive functioning.
FLORA JATHANNA
she/her | In Center
Senior Level II
Flora grew up in Mumbai, India until she was nine years old when she moved to Colorado Springs, Colorado. She recently relocated to Berkeley, California. Despite having her own academic struggles in her youth, Flora was able to earn an Associate Degree at the age of seventeen while concurrently enrolled in high school. Flora recognizes the benefits of having a strong support system; with the help of others, she later attended the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs (go, Mountain Lions!) where she earned both her B.A. in Psychology and her M.A. in Leadership with a concentration in Student Affairs and Higher Education. Supporting students is one of Flora's favorite pastimes and she is deeply passionate about education policy, specifically as it pertains to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.
Flora tutors math through college algebra and basic statistics, English, reading comprehension, writing, social sciences, biology, basic chemistry, HSPT test prep, and executive functioning.
GABE WILKIE-ROGERS
he/him | In Center
College Grad
Gabe was born and raised in Berkeley and attended Berkeley High and Maybeck before going on to get a B.A. in Theater from Reed College. He's been passionate about teaching for a long time, working as a K-8 and SAT tutor while in high school and college, and spending time as a volunteer TA in classrooms at Rosa Parks Elementary and Ruth Acty Elementary. Gabe prefers hands-on learning and works with students to identify where the challenges are so he can address the root issues. He has spent much of his life in the theater and is now working as a stage manager and educator at the Youth Theater Company. Gabe believes that theater teaches and refines a wide variety of incredibly useful skills. Those skills helped him navigate his ADHD and develop his own executive function skills. Gabe also has a deep love for words, wordplay, and the funny thing that is the English language. His under-graduate thesis was on the wordplay of Tom Stoppard's Arcadia, a play he will happily spend as much time as you like gushing about. When he's not teaching, Gabe runs and judges Magic: The Gathering tournaments at several local game stores, reads X-Men comics, and plays any board or card game he can get his hands on.
Gabe tutors all subjects K-8, high school English, drama, history, SAT/ACT test prep, HSPT test prep, and executive functioning.
GEOFF ZOEHFELD
he/him | Online
Senior Level II
Geoff grew up in Norwalk, Connecticut and moved to Berkeley during middle school. As a graduate of Berkeley High School, he has fond memories of the great teachers there. Geoff received his B.S. in Applied Mathematics at Columbia University and his M.S. in Mathematics at San Jose State University. Throughout his time in school, Geoff tutored mathematics extensively, and continued to work as a tutor after graduation. Despite his strong focus on mathematics, Geoff also has an appreciation for other languages and cultures, having studied abroad in China and Korea, in addition to growing up learning ASL. Although California has been a wonderful place to live, he misses the snow from the East Coast. In his spare time, Geoff enjoys playing badminton, learning languages, and curling up in bed with his cats while playing old school JRPGs.
Geoff tutors all levels of math, all levels of physics, and executive functioning.
HARPREET KAUR
she/her | Online
College Grad
Harpreet grew up all over the Bay Area and is living in Albany with her family as she prepares her medical school applications. She has a Bachelor of Science in Neurobiology, Physiology & Behavior from UC Davis. At UC Davis, Harpreet was the UC Davis Sports Medicine Student Internship Co-President for 3 years, where she enjoyed learning about rehabilitation under the team physicians and athletic trainers. Harpreet has always been captivated by the wonders of the natural world and the limitless possibilities that science has to offer. This passion drove her to pursue medicine, and in the process, Harpreet has enjoyed sharing her love of all things science with students. As a tutor, Harpreet has learned how to break a concept down to its most basic level so she can meet students where they are. She hopes to encourage her students to ask questions and develop a natural love of learning while helping to develop their executive function skills so they can excel in life beyond high school. In her free time, Harpreet enjoys painting and singing. She believes that taking the time to pursue creative endeavors creates the brain space to foster unique ideas. Harpreet also enjoys sports and weightlifting.
Harpreet tutors all subjects K-5, algebra, pre-calculus, calculus, chemistry, biology, anatomy, physiology, physics, and executive functioning.
HOJUNG KIM
he/him | In Center
College Grad
Hojung was born in Madison, Wisconsin, but spent high school, college, and his post-college career all over the United States, from Exeter, New Hampshire, to Berkeley, California. After studying policy in college, Hojung became a games and software developer and pro squash player ranked inside the top 350 globally. He now coaches the UC Berkeley squash team and is training to become a certified trauma-informed yoga instructor. Hojung has six years of math and SAT/ACT tutoring experience and too many years of coaching youth athletics through squash to count. When he's not at Classroom Matters or prepping to take the LSAT, you can find him planting vegetables at a community garden or hanging out in the backyard of one of Berkeley's many co-ops.
Hojung tutors math and computer science, physics, writing, SAT/ACT test prep, HSPT test prep, and executive function.
JADE HOLLEMAN
she/they | In Center
Senior Level II
Jade grew up in Atlanta, Georgia, and holds a bachelor's degree in physics from Georgia Tech and a master's in physics from Florida State University. She recently moved to the Bay Area after working as a graduate student at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory for the past eight years. When not performing laser/optical experiments to improve the efficiency of solar cells, she worked as a TA for a variety of different physics courses. There, Jade discovered the joys of helping students see how interesting and beautiful physics and math can be. Her approach to tutoring is focused on helping students build confidence and collaborating to help kids fail productively. In her spare time, Jade enjoys playing video games and board games with friends, making music, and learning about philosophy.
Jade tutors high school and college physics, high school and college math through calculus, SAT prep, and executive functioning.
JAKE WEEKS
he/him | In Center
Senior Level II
Jake grew up in the South Bay Area. He has a history degree with honors and distinction from UC Santa Barbara, where he worked as the music director for a local community radio station, wrote for a literary journal, tutored writing, and started a tie-dye artist collective. Jake has a law degree from the University of Virginia, along with two years of experience as a practicing attorney. These days, in his free time, Jake is an avid cartoonist, writer, and amateur bass guitarist.
Although he sometimes didn't love school, Jake has always found meaning in history, writing, music, and literature (especially comic books). As a tutor, Jake shares this enthusiasm with students, while always guiding them through academic difficulties with the humility and patience that comes with experience. Jake's ultimate goal is for students to feel more confident and capable.
Jake tutors writing, history, humanities, HSPT test prep, and executive functioning.
JEN CHINN
she/her | In Center
Senior Level II
Born and raised on unceded Ramaytush Ohlone land (Bay Area), Jen has had the privilege of working with youth for over 15 years. She holds Master’s degrees from UC Berkeley in Social Welfare and from Fordham University in Childhood Special Education. She is a warm, relational, and affirming tutor who meets students where they are at.
As a former elementary school teacher and school counseling intern, Jen could often be found making up songs, playing games, and finding creative ways to make the learning process more enjoyable. Unfortunately, Jen also knows what it’s like to feel othered, powerless, and self-doubtful. As a result, she is committed to co-creating a safe, supportive environment where students can expand, not shrink. Welcome to the judgment-free zone! This is a place to lead with curiosity and build confidence, while courageously taking on new challenges. Here, students are invited to bring their whole selves. Tapping into one’s own unique strengths, inner resources, and personal agency is highly encouraged.
In her free time, Jen loves being outside in nature, hanging with loved ones, working on creative projects, and watching anime, Drag Race, and sci-fi. She is learning how to skateboard – any tips are welcome!
Jen tutors reading, writing, and math for K-5; and executive functioning for all ages.
JOMAR LOPES
he/him | Online
Senior Level II
A native of Fairfield, California, Jomar is a graduate student at San Francisco State University, studying to become an elementary school teacher and education researcher. He holds a B.A from SF State in liberal studies, with a minor in education. He found his love for teaching after spending three years volunteering in his little sister’s classroom. Jomar dreams of getting his Ph.D. in the near future, and plans to study cognitive sciences or urban education. He hopes to take his research back to Fairfield and open a non-profit to provide educational access and resources to low-income communities. In the meantime, Jomar serves as both a #RockstarTutor and college advisor, increasing aspiring students' access to college. He has previously worked as an instructor, education researcher, and writing tutor throughout the Bay Area. In his spare time, you can catch him watching anime or playing League of Legends.
Jomar tutors all subjects K-5, all middle school subjects except science, high school English, history (including AP), math through pre-calculus, HSPT test prep, and executive functioning.
JUDAH LAMPKIN
he/him | In Center
College Grad
Judah is a recent Harvard graduate who studied philosophy, astrophysics, religion, history, and linguistics. He comes to Classroom Matters with extensive experience as a tutor who helps his students go beyond academics to explore their own hidden geniuses and motivations. As a lifelong student, Judah enjoys exploring not just the content areas he studied in college, but also new subjects that inspire him to continue to deepen his learning as a human. He is a composer, cellist, and vocalist who also plays several other instruments. For Judah, music is a vehicle for linguistic expression and a way to examine our own potential in life and in our learning.
Judah tutors English at all grade levels, history at all grade levels, music, physics (honors and AP), math (elementary school through 9th and 10th grade algebra/geometry), chemistry (honors), biology (honors), HSPT test prep, and executive functioning.
KEIRAN HOZVEN-FARLEY
he/him | In Center
College Grad
Keiran is a Berkeley native who picked up a passion for mathematics, music, computer programming, and teaching during an extended stint of soul-searching while in community college. He transferred to UC Davis in 2021 and graduated with a degree in mathematics in 2023. When working with students, Kieran seeks to inspire curiosity in learning and confidence in their own intellectual pursuits. He believes that education is best pursued as a journey instead of a sprint to the finish line. He also believes that everyone will follow their own path at their own pace in discovering what particular blend of human knowledge inspires them. In his free time, Keiran plays classical guitar and video games, programs novel electronic music, and reads as much science fiction as he can get his hands on.
Keiran tutors math, computer science, and executive functioning.
KYLE LAURENTINE
he/they | In Center
Senior Level I
Kyle was born and raised in San Francisco and grew up bilingual, speaking English and French. He’s been fascinated with language(s) pretty much ever since, having studied about 7 languages so far — most recently, wrestling with Japanese and the programming language Haskell. At Johns Hopkins University, he majored in film studies for a bit before switching to cognitive science, with a focus on linguistics and the philosophy of language. Kyle has over a decade of tutoring experience, working with students ranging in age from 4 to adult. He enjoys discovering each student’s unique skills, personality, and sense of humor as he helps them navigate challenging new material and shifting academic structures. He’s especially enthusiastic about language and math and the ways they connect! Outside of tutoring, Kyle likes to socialize with friends, including humans, dogs, and sea lions. He loves movies, drawing, and dim sum.
Kyle tutors K-12 reading and writing, French, math through 8th grade, formal logic, college applications and essays, HSPT/ISEE/SSAT test prep, and executive functioning.
KYLE MOSES
he/him | In Center
Senior Level II
Kyle loves math and science and wants to share his enthusiasm for these subjects with everyone he meets. He believes they can provide a perspective of the world that is both illuminating and empowering. He graduated from UC Berkeley with bachelor’s degrees in physics and astrophysics, where he was fortunate enough to study both the very large, e.g. supernovae and galaxy formation, and the very small, fascinating world of quantum mechanics.
He has been a private tutor for more than 15 years and really enjoys delving into and exploring topics with his students. In his spare time he does a fair amount of math and physics, but also loves to read, write, play video games, watch movies, skateboard, play the piano and ukulele, rock climb, and go backpacking through nature.
Kyle tutors reading, writing, English for K-5, all levels of math, chemistry, and physics; astronomy, computer science, ACT/SAT test prep, HSPT/ISEE/SSAT test prep, and executive functioning.
LILLIE GYURKOVITZ
she/her | In Center
Pre-Degree
Lillie was born in Camarillo, CA, and grew up in the San Diego area. She is a community college transfer student studying sociology at the University of California Berkeley. Lillie was homeschooled from kindergarten through 12th grade, which gave her a unique perspective on education and helped her focus on the how of learning. In her spare time, Lillie reads, plays the piano and guitar, writes (poetry, prose, research, basically anything she can get her hands on), and does more crafts than she knows what to do with. Lillie's love for teaching and tutoring took root in her early years of high school. She began by tutoring middle schoolers in math and English, then quickly expanded to more grades and subjects. Lillie's teaching style is all about building on what the student enjoys and has learned previously to engage them in the subjects they like less or don’t quite grasp.
Lillie tutors reading, writing, and math at the middle school level and executive functioning at all levels.
LUIS TERRIQUEZ
he/him | In Center
College Grad
Luis is from Oakland, California and graduated with a BS in Human Biology from UC Santa Cruz. From a young age, he took a strong interest in the sciences which propelled him to look for a career in medicine. Although still keeping an open mind, he is strongly leaning towards becoming a radiologist as he studies for his MCAT exam. Luis also enjoys working with students as both a tutor and a mentor. With his passion for the sciences, he hopes to instill the same interest and curiosity in other students. His favorite subjects include biology, anatomy, and physiology. In his free time, Luis loves jamming out on his guitar, learning the bass, or watching anime (recommendations are always encouraged).
Luis tutors all levels of chemistry, biology, anatomy, physiology, and executive functioning.
MAX PITMAN
he/him | In Center
Senior Level I
Max grew up in the Bay Area and went to high school in Washington, DC. He has a BA in Music from Bard College, where he studied bass performance, literature, & French. After graduating in 2018, Max worked for Bard’s Office of Admission and for several after-school programs & summer camps. Now, in addition to tutoring, he works in a musical instrument store doing administrative & repair work. Max spends his free time playing music, woodworking, hiking, and hanging out with his cat and two guinea pigs.
Max tutors writing, English, French 1-3, college essays, and executive functioning.
MAYZIE ANGEL
she/her | In Center
College Grad
Mayzie was born and raised in California's San Fernando Valley. She earned an Associate Degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences before transferring to UC Berkeley in 2021. She graduated from UC Berkeley in the spring of 2023 with a B.A. in American Studies and wrote a senior honors thesis focusing on race, gender, and the body in American media and popular culture. During her time at Berkeley, Mayzie worked in multicultural organizations that focused on the recruitment and retention of first-generation, low-income students of color within higher education. She was a Girl Scout for 13 years and spent her summers working as a camp counselor at a Girl Scout camp. Looking forward, Mayzie hopes to continue in education for a while as an elementary school substitute teacher before pursuing grad school. She is extremely enthusiastic about film and television and hopes to eventually do some work writing for TV and film. She loves comedy, listening to podcasts, crocheting, drawing, painting, and cooking. Mayzie’s tutoring style centers on building students’ confidence and being an empathetic listener.
Mayzie tutors all subjects K-5, all levels of English Language Arts, reading, writing, literature, all levels of social studies, history, humanities, Spanish 1, AP Psychology, AP Art History, and executive functioning at all levels.
MIRIAM TAYLOR
she/her | Online
Senior Level I
After growing up in the rural Pacific Northwest, Miriam earned her BA in Spanish and International Studies at the University of Washington in Seattle. Her most potent education, though, came from living and studying in Mexico and Peru. There, Spanish came alive as the conduit for stories of lives very different from her own, and opened a door into the rich Latin American & US traditions of Spanish-language literature, history, culture and activism. Miriam loves to see the magic of language at work as her students connect more deeply with their internal and external worlds through words in all their forms--written, spoken, and heard. A daughter of the Pacific, she currently lives on the coast of Oaxaca in southern Mexico. When not in a virtual classroom, you’ll find her working on her cob house, out on the town with her dog Simba, or eating some delicious Oaxacan cuisine (here’s looking at you, tlayudas and mole negro).
Miriam tutors all subjects K-5; all levels of Spanish, including AP; middle and high school English and history, including AP, HSPT/ISEE/SSAT test prep, and executive functioning.
NORTH CARPENTER
he/him | In Center
College Grad
North was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, and grew up in three different countries. He began tutoring in high school, and around the same time he was diagnosed with dyslexia and dysgraphia. He worked to help himself and his students find their own unique learning journey. After graduating from the Anglo-American School of Moscow, North attended Macalester College, where he received a BA in Economics and worked as a TA for three years. North understands that learning is not one-size-fits-all, and that education often requires self-advocacy. Therefore, he focuses his tutoring on encouraging questions, making material relatable, and self-directed learning. North enjoys getting to know his students and helping them achieve their goals. In his free time, North can be found baking, running his Dungeons & Dragons campaign, playing strategy games, and listening to history podcasts.
North tutors math, statistics, computer science, economics, HSPT test prep, and executive functioning.
RAJITHA NARREDDY
they/them | Online
College Grad
After moving around between India, Michigan and Ohio, Rajitha is now exploring the sunny shores of Southern California. Rajitha has struggled with their own executive functioning since they were young but were finally able to get the understanding and support they needed in college. As a late-diagnosed Autistic person with ADHD, they know how much of a difference an empathetic and non-judgemental mentor can make and they hope to be the same for all students they work with. Rajitha has worked with 1st graders, college students and everyone in between. Their experience includes coaching 2nd grade kids as they ran around a cafeteria, racing to solve their arithmetic problems; teaching introductory Spanish to a 6th grade class; and explaining projectile motion to high school students after school. Rajitha has a Bachelor’s in Neuroscience and previously worked in a neuropharmacology lab. They are now in a graduate program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, studying Learning Analytics. When they are not tutoring, you can find them singing with their chorus, adventuring with a local QTBIPOC outdoor group or exploring a new crafty hobby.
Rajitha tutors all subjects K-8, math through Pre-Calculus, statistics, biology, chemistry, physics, HSPT/ISEE/SSAT test prep, and executive functioning.
RIVER BRADLEY
they/them | Online
Senior Level I
River has lived in California their whole life, and currently calls the Bay Area home. After transferring from Cabrillo College, they received a bachelor's degree in Psychology from UC Berkeley, with a minor in education and highest honors. Their teaching career began at Cal, where they tutored college writing, elementary level reading, and taught social dance. After graduation they traveled extensively to teach dance, and in 2019 they returned to living in the Bay full time. River is no stranger to struggling in school; they worked through challenges with executive functioning and a neglectful environment, so they know how helpful tutoring can be, especially with a holistic approach. As a trans, autistic human with ADHD, they love to help neurodiverse and queer kids navigate the demands of school and life. River creates a relaxing learning environment focused on the student’s needs, creative problem solving, and self-advocacy. When River isn’t teaching, they like to play video games, read, and ride their bicycle.
River tutors K-5 reading, writing, and math; reading, writing, English, psychology, algebra, geometry, HSPT/ISEE/SSAT test prep, and executive functioning.
ROSALIND DIAZ
Operations Manager + Tutor Supervisor
she/her | In Center
Senior Level II
Rosalind loves helping students build the skills and habits that support long-term academic success. Her tutoring style is infused with warmth, humor, and a lively spirit of curiosity. She works with each of her students to set reasonable goals and practice sticking to a plan over time. She especially loves to help young people feel more confident about their math skills and tap into the creative side of math.
Rosalind completed a Ph.D. in English at UC Berkeley, where she received two competitive awards for excellence and innovation in teaching. She holds a B.A. in English from Yale University. Both her parents are mathematicians, so she’s maintained her love of math through all those years studying English! In her free time, Rosalind enjoys surfing, swimming in the bay, and reading anything and everything.
Rosalind tutors math through pre-calculus, reading, writing, literature, French 1, ACT/SAT test prep, HSPT/ISEE test prep, and executive functioning.
SHAWN GREEN
he/him | Online
Senior Level II
Shawn is a CM veteran who has hundreds of hours of experience working with students of all different ages, backgrounds, and unique challenges. His approach is focused all around meeting the individual student where they are at and finding ways to help them navigate the challenging world of homework, projects and forming solid routines. His goal is simple: to make himself obsolete! The goal in tutoring is always to help the student learn how to take their first steps, then giving them safe spaces to walk and eventually run on their own. Shawn tutors students k-8 in all subjects, and focuses on history and writing for high school students. He tutors students of all ages in executive functioning, and is willing to take on just about any challenge. Outside of working with students, Shawn loves playing with his very busy 3 year old daughter Lilah, playing basketball and guitar (badly), and playing Magic: the Gathering.
Shawn tutors all subjects K-5, history, writing, HSPT/ISEE/SSAT test prep, and executive functioning.
SOPHIA AZEBE-OSIME
she/her | In Center
Senior Level I
Sophia was born in Nigeria and raised in Texas. She holds a degree in mathematics from The University of Texas, at Dallas. She is a certified math teacher with over 7 years of experience tutoring and teaching math. She is passionate about helping students learn math! She is patient, understanding, and always willing to go the extra mile to help her students succeed. Sophia loves helping her students see connections to math in the world around them. She is passionate about art, music, and languages. Sophia believes that math is a powerful tool that can be used to solve problems and make the world a better place. She wants her students to be able to use math to think critically and creatively, to communicate their ideas effectively, and to appreciate the beauty of math!
Sophia tutors algebra, geometry, pre-calculus, PSAT/SAT , ACT , and executive functioning.
SUDESHNA NAIK
she/her | In Center
Senior Level II
Sudeshna’s love for math and problem-solving began at an early age and has shaped much of her academic and professional journey. She believes that math isn’t just about numbers—it’s a language that helps us make sense of the world around us. After earning her bachelor’s in Computer Science Engineering, she pursued a master’s degree in Development Engineering at UC Berkeley. During her bachelor's, she discovered a passion for teaching others to see math not as something intimidating but as a tool for empowerment.
Sudeshna enjoys bringing real-world applications into her tutoring, making subjects like algebra and calculus accessible and engaging for her students. She thrives on seeing the moment when concepts click for them, and her goal is always to build confidence as much as competence.
When she’s not tutoring, Sudeshna enjoys painting, baking, and exploring the outdoors. She’s also a lover of good music and spending time with friends and family. For her, teaching isn’t just about academics—it’s about helping students develop skills they can carry with them for life.
Sudeshna tutors math, statistics, HSPT test prep, SAT test prep, and executive functioning.
TAJ CAMPBELL
he/him | In Center
College Grad
Taj was born in Oakland, CA and split his early life between the East Bay and San Francisco. After attending San Francisco State University, where he earned a B.A. in Theater/Drama, Taj shifted from the stage and found his calling as an educator. His experience as an educational theater performer sparked his passion for teaching. In his current role, Taj supports K-12 students with special needs in the classrooms of the BUSD. He believes that education opens limitless possibilities and, as a youth advocate, encourages students to learn in their unique and individual ways. Taj’s approach to mentoring is collaborative, dynamic, and creative, and he aims to make the learning process as engaging as possible through holistic teaching. Taj hopes to someday blend his varied expertise in performing arts, behavioral sciences, and education to create an enriching learning experience for all students, including those with cognitive differences. Taj is an artist at heart, a teacher at his core, and is exploring where that might lead him in the future. He enjoys thrifting, film analysis, producing music, and coffee.
Taj tutors reading, writing, study skills, social and emotional learning, HSPT test prep, and executive functioning.
TUZO MWARUMBA
he/him | In Center
Senior Level II
Tuzo grew up in Stillwater, Oklahoma, with open fields and a giant sky to look at while daydreaming. Tuzo graduated with a bachelor’s in neuroscience from Vanderbilt and is currently doing his MD and Master of Public Health dual degree at Emory and University of California Berkeley. Tuzo’s always struggled with having fun in school and wants students to learn the material without feeling that they need to abandon who they are in the process. His philosophy is centered on the student-tutor partnership, with the students’ passions, feelings, and identities incorporated into each class to create a holistic and welcoming learning environment. In his spare time, Tuzo loves watching TV or YouTube until his eyes hurt, eating (not making) food that tastes good, and playing any type of team sport.
Tuzo tutors all subjects K-5, math through pre-calculus, chemistry, SAT/ACT prep, college essays, HSPT test prep, and executive functioning.
URIAH SAYRES CANTRELL
ze/hir, she/her | In Center
College Grad
Uriah is a recent graduate of UC Berkeley where she received a BA in Political Science with a focus in political theory. Prior to Berkeley, she studied writing and sculpture at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago where she grew up. Uriah has been serving as an educator and tutor for the last 7 years, previously working at the JCC East Bay Afterschool Program and Kehilla Community Synagogue’s school. Uriah’s approach as an educator is highly collaborative, based in youth-led pedagogies that center the autonomy of her students. Central to this are the unique contributions, interests, and curiosity that her students bring to their time together. Uriah is especially passionate about working alongside neurodivergent, disabled, LGBT+, and other marginalized youth to help them grow their capacity for self-advocacy and confidence. In her spare time, Uriah loves to listen to music, organize around social justice issues, watch films, spend time outside with friends, swim, and cook for others.
Uriah tutors English, literacy, writing, art, humanities, social studies, history, ethnic studies, essay writing, college applications, AP exams covering the previous areas, HSPT test prep, and executive functioning.
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