Aliyah Busselberg

While working on her doctoral degree in occupational therapy at George Washington University, Aliyah has learned the importance of lifelong learning and aims to help others enjoy the satisfaction of lifelong learning. She believes that learning is a unique experience for every individual, so she tries to tailor learning experiences that are adaptive, creative, and personalized.

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Aliah Showkatian

Aliah is a senior at George Mason University majoring in English and minoring in Spanish. She has been tutoring in reading, writing, Spanish, social sciences, and history since high school, and is eager to help students succeed.

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Renee Sarmiento

Renee Sarmiento is an undergraduate student at Virginia Tech, pursuing a B.S. in Biochemistry, and minors in Italian and Environmental Policy and Planning.Having tutored students for over three years, Renée is passionate about helping others achieve their goals through commitment and hard work. As well, she is keen on the importance of personalized tutoring, and creates a support environment encouraging curiosity. She specializes in all elementary subjects; science, math, reading and writing, geography, as well as comprehensive test prep (SAT, ACT and IB- subjects tests, EE and IA help.)

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Brian Morge

With a Master’s degree in Mathematics from the University of Florida, Brian brings both extensive knowledge and a passion for teaching to each session. As an adjunct professor and former graduate teaching assistant, he excels at making complex mathematical concepts clear and engaging for students at all levels.

Brian has a proven ability to create a supportive learning environment where students feel motivated to excel. His approach emphasizes clarity, problem-solving, and critical thinking, ensuring students not only understand mathematics but also appreciate its beauty. Whether you’re working on algebra, trigonometry, or calculus, Brian is dedicated to helping you build confidence and reach your academic goals.

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Jack Dulgarian

Jack Dulgarian, a native of Los Angeles, California, has a strong background in education and US foreign policy. Growing up with parents who were lifelong educators, Jack developed a passion for teaching early on. He has taught everything from elementary Christian Sunday school to advanced training at the US Department of State Foreign Service Institute.

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Kaden Wlosko

Kaden holds two degrees from the University of North Georgia: a B.S. in Biology and a B.S. in Psychology. Currently, Kaden is working towards acceptance into medical school. With 5 years of tutoring experience, Kaden has worked with students ranging from 4th grade to college, offering 1-on-1 lessons, small group sessions, and full classes. Kaden is skilled in addressing individual learning differences and creating personalized lesson plans, specializing in test preparation, biology, chemistry, math, and statistics.

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Osama Ashour

Osama Ashour is an educator with an MFA in Acting from the University of Alabama. While attaining UA he taught a number of undergraduate classes including Intro to Theatre, Acting I, Dialects, and Comedy & Film. He has worked as a substitute teacher in Fairfax County for over two years, and served as an Instructional Assistant for Category B Special Education at Poe Middle School. He has worked as a Teaching Artist for Signature Theatre, Moonlight Studios, and the Texas Shakespeare Festival. He has worked as a freelance tutor for two years, working with students on subjects ranging from Middle Grade Math, English, and History. He also works with ESL students and students with special needs. His primary focus is finding where students are in their education journey and developing a curriculum that encourages manageable growth. Osama's goal is focused more on figuring out how students process information, and fostering a love for learning within them. It is his philosophy that people have an innate desire to learn, and if a student is struggling in school, that is not a failure in the student, but a failure of the education system.

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Robel Bahre

Northern Virginia Community College mathematics instructor Robel Bahre combines 15+ years of teaching expertise with advanced AI integration methods. His unique approach to breaking down complex concepts has consistently improved student performance by 40-50%, specializing in mathematics and physics through pre-calculus level.

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Makayla Bullock

Makayla graduated from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a Bachelor of Science in Information Science, a minor in Math and a minor in Recreation Management. She values the making of meaningful connections when it comes to learning something new or challenging, so that “what we learn stays with us for a long time”. Makayla specializes in reading comprehension, research and writing, K-12 math (i.e Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus), general chemistry, and simple computer programming/coding.

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Bryan Batz

Bryan Batz is a graduate of George Mason University with a Bachelor's degree in History and is currently pursuing a Master's in Education. His goal as a tutor is to help students reach their true potential, both academically and in applying their knowledge to everyday life. Bryan specializes in assisting students with Reading, Writing, the SAT Verbal portion, History, and Government for grade levels 6th through high school. His tutoring experience ranges from student teaching programs to private tutoring. Bryan strives to be the supportive and effective tutor your child needs.

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Lara Campbell

Mathematics expert Lára Campbell combines advanced Calculus and Physics training with visual learning techniques to make complex concepts click. Drawing from her special education background, she excels at adapting instruction to each student's learning style, helping them build both understanding and confidence in mathematics through Pre-Calculus.

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Yofti Milkessa

Yofti holds a BS in Computer Science from Yale University and has extensive experience as a Math tutor, having worked with college students throughout his academic career. He has also guided numerous high school students through the college admissions process. Yofti is deeply committed to aiding young learners in achieving their fullest potential.

Additionally, Yofti is the founder of Huddlers.dev, a tool dedicated to creating decentralized social platforms. His passions extend to soccer and cinema, which he avidly follows.

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Sophia Kor

Sophia Kor is an accomplished educator with a Master's in Secondary Education and Special Education from Johns Hopkins University. With over ten years of experience in education, specifically in the Baltimore City Public School District, she has worked with students at all grade levels—teaching foundational reading and writing skills to elementary students and assisting high school students with college essays. Understanding that each child is unique, Sophia specializes in addressing individual needs and incorporating diverse learning styles. She believes in building trust and providing a safe space for students to be curious and ask questions. Her passion extends beyond academics; she aims to support each student's educational needs while also guiding their overall development. By utilizing a whole-child approach, Sophia helps her students become well-rounded learners.

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Swosti Acharya

Swosti Acharya is a dedicated individual with a deep passion for working with children. At the age of 21 and currently a senior majoring in biology at GMU, Swosti has a strong academic background. She has a history of making a positive impact through her experiences, including past tutoring for elementary school students and volunteering to teach at a rural school in Nepal during the summer of 2018. Swosti's commitment to helping children extends to her role as a Medical Assistant at Van Dron Pediatric, where she has been working since May 2023. Her work at the pediatric clinic has inspired her to continue tutoring, driven by the desire to empower young minds with knowledge. With her enthusiasm and love for children, Swosti is dedicated to providing the best possible assistance.

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Erfan Ahmed

Erfan Ahmed is an undergraduate rising Sophomore at George Mason University in Computer Science. Erfan Ahmed has experience with tutoring children in various subjects with expertise in Elementary School to Tenth Grade Math and Elementary to Tenth Grade English(Reading and Writing). Erfan also has fluency in four languages.

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Shing-Wai Koo

Shing-Wai Koo is an elementary school teacher and robotics coach. She graduated from George Mason University in 2017 and has enjoyed building relationships with students aged 6-18 in the classroom or on the robotics field. Shing-Wai enjoys helping students understand the wonders of science and math, and she works to transfer her love of reading and writing to every student she works with. She looks forward to helping learners of all ages find success in these subject areas.

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Jason Popps

Jason is a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology and the College of William and Mary with a B.S. in psychology and a minor in philosophy. He also completed the pre-med curriculum, giving him a strong foundation both in hard sciences and social sciences, as well as critical thinking and analytical writing. Jason began his tutoring experience while at William & Mary, where he was recruited by faculty recommendation to tutor student-athletes. He has also taught SAT classes for Kaplan as well as privately tutored many students in standardized test prep and a variety of subjects including chemistry, physics, math from algebra to calculus, and English. Jason is consistently recognized by teachers, professors, and employers for his writing ability, and specializes in helping students improve their writing.

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Melissa Garfinkle

Melissa, a passionate and skilled educator, has a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education from Towson University. With 5 years of teaching experience, she is equipped with the skills and strategies to successfully teach early childhood reading, writing, phonological awareness (phonics), science and social studies. Melissa is passionate about creating positive learning environments and building on from students’ knowledge and experiences. She looks forward to getting to know her students and providing instruction that meets their needs. Book your tutoring session with Melissa today and witness your child’s growth!

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