Kennedy Ream

Kennedy is an undergraduate senior at George Mason University pursuing a B.S. in Environmental Science with a Concentration in Ecological Science, and minors in Conservation and Food Systems. With years of experience being a natural leader and mentor, she is passionate about education and the different teaching styles. Kennedy specializes in math and science subjects, as well as English comprehension and writing.

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Marie Bennett

Marie Bennett is a December ’22 graduate of George Mason University’s Honors College. She earned a Neuroscience, B.S. with a minor in Chemistry. Marie specializes in math and science, but has also had experience mentoring college students in topics from music to visual arts. She has been a private tutor for high school Trigonometry and finished her last semester with being a Learning Assistant for a General Genetics university course. With this experience, Marie has learned that she loves helping students from all backgrounds to learn how to effectively learn.

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Thomas Ammazzalorso

Thomas “TA” Ammazzalorso is a veteran educator with 25 years of experience teaching high school students, tutoring middle school students, and mentoring college undergraduates. He holds an M.Ed. in Education Leadership and an MA in Global Commerce & Policy from George Mason University, as well as an MST in Adolescent Education from Pace University. His undergraduate studies were completed at Ramapo College of New Jersey, where he earned a BA in International Business.

Known for his engaging personality, Thomas combines his roles as a teacher, mentor, and humorist to connect with both at-risk students and IB/AP learners. His ultimate goal is to dedicate 50 years to teaching in the classroom.

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Arina Paniukhina

UPenn graduate Arina Paniukhina raised her own SAT score by 200+ points through self-designed study methods. She adapts complex concepts into relatable, real-world examples by drawing on her diverse teaching background - from preschool to university level. Her personalized approach helps students build both skills and confidence.

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Tim Caryl

Timothy is an experienced mathematics, statistics, and economics tutor with a Bachelor of Science in Economics from the University of Maryland. With years of experience working with high school and college students, he is dedicated to making learning as memorable and engaging as possible. At Education One, Tim spent a year specializing in SAT math tutoring, where he developed techniques to help students excel in their test preparation. His focus on tailoring his teaching to fit his students' learning styles not only boosts their confidence in the subject they are working on but also ensures that they walk away from each session with the knowledge that they can learn anything they put their mind to.

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Cyrus Crevits

Cyrus graduated from Virginia Tech with a Bachelor's degree in Biology and is currently attending American University’s Law School under a Dean’s Merit Scholarship.

With a passion for teaching Cyrus has a patient and adaptable approach that enables him to meet every student's unique needs. He has an 11 year age difference with his young sister naturally placing him in a mentorship and educating role that he has grown and adapted to. He believes in nurturing academic growth, confidence, and critical thinking, and is committed to making learning more engaging for his students. He strives for excellence and believes the same in all of his students to achieve their full potential.

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Pranav Prabhu

A Virginia Tech Computer Science graduate and experienced software developer, Pranav combines deep technical expertise with 5+ years of tutoring experience across math, computer science, and standardized tests, helping hundreds of students achieve academic success.

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Antoine Cantsilieris

Master STEM educator Antoine Cantsilieris brings three advanced degrees and 20+ years of teaching expertise to SAT preparation. Using visual learning techniques and real-world applications, he transforms complex math and science concepts into clear, manageable steps. Students consistently improve their scores while building lasting confidence in STEM subjects.

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Maxwell Nti

Dual MBA graduate Maxwell Nti transforms complex mathematics into clear concepts through his data-driven teaching approach, helping students boost their SAT math and test scores by up to 40%. His blend of analytics and real-world applications makes challenging topics click, while building lasting student confidence.

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Karen Bodin

With over 20 years of teaching experience and a perfect 4.0 GPA in Biology and English, Karen transforms struggling readers into confident learners using specialized phonics programs. Her international education background and success with diverse learning styles helps students advance multiple grade levels in reading comprehension.

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Daniela Badillo

Daniela Badillo has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from George Mason University. Originally from Ecuador, Daniela is a native Spanish speaker and has extensive experience in tutoring. During her time as a high school student in Ecuador, she offered English lessons to both high school and elementary school students, showcasing her passion for education and helping others.

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Stephen Spencer

Steve Spencer has taught English, History, and Special Education for the last ten years in various public school settings in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. His greatest strength lies in his ability to build trusting relationships with students, enabling them to strengthen their reading and writing skills. He believes that the foremost need in education is for students to effectively read and write. Without this foundation, students cannot demonstrate their learning in the classroom setting. As a second-career teacher, he knows firsthand what is needed to survive and succeed in the workplace.

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Grace (Gray) Shirk

Grace, who goes by Gray, carries a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. Her extensive experience spans years of tutoring at establishments like Club Z, Professional Tutors of America, and the No Child Left Behind program, with a specific focus on English. Gray's interest in English extends to her personal life, having pursued courses at The Children's Institute of Literature that led her to write short stories. Her diverse background also includes acting in theatre and TV, alongside her role in the Prince William County School District where she assessed students' English proficiency.

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Mayura Rimpisiri

Mayura Rimpisiri, holding a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Biology from VCU, brings a unique blend of expertise to the tutoring world. Her extensive volunteer work at her university hospital daycare and a community after-school program showcases her dedication to nurturing and engaging young minds through both educational and recreational activities. With professional experience as a Pediatrics Medical Assistant, she possesses a deep understanding of child development and well-being, further enriching her tutoring approach. Mayura’s passion for mathematics, combined with her patient, kind nature, makes her an ideal tutor. She is committed to using her diverse background to inspire and empower students, helping them to thrive academically and personally.

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Joshua Trowell

Joshua Trowell is a graduate from the University of Liverpool and University of Maryland, College Park with a Master of Public Health in Health Care Management, and Bachelor of Science degree in Community Health, respectively. He was a peer tutor at the University of Maryland, College Park for two years in basic sciences. He tutored courses in Anatomy and Physiology I as well as microbiology. He is a Level III Certified Advanced Tutor through the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA). He has public health and infectious disease research experience and is currently pursuing his PhD in Emerging Infectious Diseases at the Uniformed Services University in Bethesda, MD with the goal to work as a clinical director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). He enjoys helping students achieve their academic goals by serving his community through tutoring.

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Kristin Blackstone

Kristin has been teaching in MD and VA public schools for a total of 10 years. She has worked as a teacher in K-2nd grade, a reading Specialist, and English as a Second Language Teacher. She has a B.S in Early Childhood Education and a Masters Degree from King's College in Curriculum and Instruction and English as a Second Language. She is currently a full time Kindergarten Teacher for Prince William County Schools.

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Rebekah Paul

Rebekah graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a BS in Chemistry. She also received her MBA from Case Western University and a certificate in Data Analytics from Cornell University. Rebekah is passionate about supporting students in STEM subjects and has experience tutoring middle school students in math. In addition, she has coached elementary students in flute and adults in public speaking. Rebekah enjoys helping learners of all ages reach their full potential.

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Kachief Callender

Kachief Callender is currently a third year PhD Chemistry and Biochemistry student at George Mason University. Kachief’s experience includes after school tutoring and lesson planning at Howard Middle School, and three semesters of being a teaching assistant for General Chemistry 1 & 2.

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