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Ashley Ram Gosnell, MEd

Humanities, Math, Spanish & Alternative Education

Ashley Ram Gosnell

Specialties:
ADHD, ADD, Dyslexia, Gifted & Talented, Reading disabilities
Algebra, Anthropology, English, Geography, Geometry, History
Social Studies, Spanish
ACT/SAT/AP/EOC/STAAR/GED/ASVAB/ISEE
Organization & Study Skills

Education
Graduate Scholar & Ambassador at Texas Wesleyan University, Master of Education– Reading Specialist 2018
Southern Methodist University, B.A. Anthropology 2010
Navarro College, Associate in Teaching– Special Education (8-12) 2008

Experience
– Homeschool teacher of six years
– Over 500 hours of volunteer teaching
– Over ten years of tutoring, coaching and helping guide others in completing objectives
– Passionate background in special education and educational psychology
– Bilingual (Spanish) tutoring/teaching abroad experience
– Extremely high success rate (grade increases a grade level or objectives met)

Hobbies
I am an avid reader, and I am currently teaching myself Italian. A cheerleader in college, I continue to tinker with different sports and physical activities, most recently: golf, scuba diving and lifting weights.

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Juliana Reyes

Math & Science

Juliana Reyes

Specialties:
AP Biology, Physiology, Anatomy & AP Psychology
AP Chemistry, General Chemistry 1&2, Organic Chemistry & Biochemistry
Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 & 2
Organization & Study Skills

Education
University of Miami B.S in Biology and B.S. in Human and Social Development with a minor in Chemistry, 2019
University of Miami M.S. in Biomedical Sciences 2020

Experience
- 4 years of tutoring
- Research assistant for meta-analytical and wet lab projects
- Volunteer at a children's hospital
- Special needs/learning disabilities experience
- AP Experience

Hobbies
I played competitive soccer for 10 years, so anything involving exercise or competition is something I will enjoy. I love being outdoors and I currently have a new obsession with paddleboarding. I love traveling, hiking on nature trails, and finding local restaurants or shops. One of my goals is hiking through all the National Parks in my lifetime. I also love to write, especially poetry with inspiration coming from writers such as Sylvia Plath, Shel Silverstein, and Olivia Gatwood. 

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Varsha Kumar

Math & Science

Varsha Kumar

Specialties:
Chemistry 1&2, Biology 1 & 2
Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 & 2, Trigonometry, Geometry
Intermediate & AP Spanish
Organization & study skills

Education
Full academic excellence scholar at University of Texas at Dallas, B.S. in Psychology pre-medical track, minor in Spanish, expected graduation 2022

Experience
– Art teacher for summer camps (elementary through high school students)
– Able to teach various age groups & customize teaching style to each student
– AP experience; completed 10 AP Courses
– PSAT National Merit Commended
– Strong desire to help students succeed
– Weekly clinical and volunteer experience with children, such as art therapy 

Hobbies
I enjoy art, whether it be painting or drawing! I also love Spanish, and volunteer as a Spanish medical interpreter at the Hope Clinic of McKinney. In my free time, I like trying new restaurants and listening to new music.

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Duy Nguyen

Math & Science

Duy Nguyen

Specialties:
General Chemistry 1 & 2, Organic Chemistry I & 2, and Physics (General, Statics, Thermodynamics, Circuit Theory, Fluid Mechanics)
Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-calculus, Calculus & Differential Equations
Biology (General, Cell, Genetics & Community)
Spanish, French & Vietnamese
AP/STAAR/EOC/GED/ACT/SAT
Organization & Study Skills

Education
University of Missouri, Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering with a minor in French, 2016

Experience
– Over 6 years of high school and college level tutoring
– IB Diploma Recipient
– Experience with one-on-one and large classroom teaching
– Able to tailor teaching experience to learning style
– Data-driven tracking of student progress and improvements
– Leadership, financial literacy/independence, life skills (applications, resume building, job searching & networking) volunteer experience with young adults
– Passionate about encouraging women & POC to pursue STEM 

Hobbies
I absolutely love any activities where I may involve both left and right sides of my brain. Reading, photography, calligraphy, digital art, languages, and writing fantasy fiction are some of my creative outlets. 

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Anum Efffendi

Math & Science

Anum Effendi

Specialties:
Biology 1 & 2, Anatomy & Physiology
Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 & 2, Trigonometry, Geometry 
Pre-Calculus, Calculus 1 & 2
SAT/ACT/GED/STAAR/EOC
Organizational & study skills

Education
Full academic excellence scholar at University of Texas at Dallas, B.S. Biology, minor in Cognitive Science, Cum Laude 2020

Experience
– 4 years tutoring
– Counselor for Camp Feliz, a children's camp for those with cancer
– Completed 9 AP Courses & won multiple awards in HS in visual arts and science
– Strong desire to help peers and younger students succeed
– Research lab, clinic, and day school experience

Hobbies
In my free time I enjoy drawing, painting, and graphic designing. I like to volunteer often, especially with Children's Miracle Network and Make a Wish Foundation. Additionally, I love trying new sushi restaurants with my friends and family.

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Mark De Leon

Math & Science

Mark De Leon

Specialties:
Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 & 2, Calc AB/BC & Linear Algebra
Chemistry 1 & 2, Physics 1 & 2, Astronomy, and Mech & E/NM
ACT/SAT/AP/EOC/STAAR/GED
Organization & Study Skills

Education
The University of Texas at Dallas, B.S. Physics, expected graduation 2021
South Texas College, Associates Degree in Communication, May 2016

Experience
– 2 years of tutoring 9th-12th graders in math and science
– Completed 12 AP Courses 
– Graduated in top 10%
– Campus student union manager & trainer
– Xbox customer support

Hobbies
I really enjoy reading and music, I've played instruments since middle school. I also have an interest in fashion, and I recently started fixing up/repurposing old clothes. 

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Kruthi Krishnachaitanya

Math, Science, and ACT/SAT

Kruthi Krishnachaitanya

Specialties:
Calculus AB, BC, I, II, III, Multivariable Calculus & Business Calculus
Differential Equations, Statistics
Algebra, Pre-Algebra, Pre-Calculus
General Chemistry I, General Chemistry II, AP Chemistry, Organic Chemistry
AP Physics I, AP Physics II, AP Physics C
Biology I, AP Biology, Biochemistry I
AP Psychology, Intro to Sociology
AP Microeconomics, AP Government
AP/PSAT/ACT/SAT
Organization & Study Skills

Education
Academic Excellence Scholar at the University of Texas at Dallas, B.S. Molecular Biology and a B.A. Physics with a minor in Mathematics, expected graduation May 2020

Experience
-3 years of tutoring a variety of ages/subjects
-Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in a pediatric practice
-Pre-Health Organization President
-National Merit Scholar, commended
-AP Scholar with distinction

Hobbies
I really enjoy programming and astrophysics. I am actually an amateur astronomer! I also love to go hiking, camping, and rock climbing! 

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Erin Becker

Math & Executive Functioning

Erin Becker

Specialties:
K-8th math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 & 2, College Algebra
Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus & Calc 1
Integrated Mathematics I-III & Discrete Math
Executive Functioning Skills

Education
B.S. Mathematics with a concentration in Mathematics Education, Colorado State University
Certified teacher Secondary Mathematics (Grades 6-12)

Experience
– Over thirteen years of experience teaching and tutoring math & student skills
– Special needs/learning disabilities experience
– 300 hours of professional development
– AP 
– Whitewater rafting guide/instructor (every summer) 

Hobbies
Where do I begin... I love the outdoors with my mutt, Hatch! We go hiking, trail running, snowboarding, whitewater rafting, wakeboarding/surfing, snowmobiling, camping, snowshoeing, SUP boarding. Dance became a part of my life five years ago and I enjoy the challenges it brings. I also like to geek out on puzzles and mathematical proofs. I love food and quality time with the people who mean the most.

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Jeffrey Zimmerman

Math, Physics & Economics

Jeffrey Zimmerman

Specialties:
Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 & 2, Pre-cal, Calculus & Differential Equations 
AP Physics and Physics 1 & 2
Statistics, Econometrics, Micro & Macroeconomics
Intermediate & AP French
GED/STAAR/EOC
Organizational & study skills

Education

BS Physics, University of Florida, May 2019
Coursework in computer science, plasma physics & reactor design
BS Economics, University of Florida, May 2019
Coursework in statistical & numerical analysis

Experience
– 2 years tutoring high school and university students
– Research experience at world-renowned national labs
– Society of Physics Students' tutor
– Eagle Scout

Hobbies
When I'm not working, I try to be outside as much as I can, whether it's scuba diving in the Summer or camping in the Winter. In my spare time, I like playing the piano or reading science-fiction. Lately, I have read a lot of Isaac Asimov, so I am excited about the upcoming Dune movie!! 

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Bryanna Pierce

pre-K-6th

Bryanna Pierce

Specialties:
Pre-K through 6th-grade core classes
Reading comprehension, vocabulary & spelling 
Math
Organization & Study Skills

Education
University of North Texas December 2016
B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies Concentration in Early Childhood – 6th Generalist with specialization in ESL education

Experience
– 7 years of tutoring 
– 3 years of teaching- Texas Certified 
– AP Scholar w/ Distinction
– 10 AP Courses
– Texas Music Scholar

Hobbies
In my spare time, I enjoy taking my dog for walks and playing videogames. My hobbies include playing the clarinet, reading, various art projects, and spending time outdoors!

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Freddy Andujar, MEd

Math & Spanish

Freddy Andujar, MEd

Specialties:
Statistics & Geometry 
Pre-Algebra & Algebra 1 
Spanish (all levels)
ADHD/ADD/Dyslexia
AP/PSAT/ACT/SAT/EOC/GED
Organization & Study Skills

Education
Lesley University, Masters in Education, 2019
certified Secondary Mathematics (8-12) 

Experience
-Over 4 yrs of teaching and tutoring mathematics
-Bilingual teaching (Spanish)
-Able to teach groups, one on one with customized learning plans
-Specialize in mathematics standards and helping students get back to grade level 

Hobbies
I enjoy any and all outdoor activities and sports. Hiking and spending time with my dogs is my favorite activity. Additionally, traveling is a huge part of my life; I love to learn about and experience different cultures.

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Jeremy Petusevsky

Math, Physics & Test Prep

Jeremy Petusevsky

Specialties:
Geometry, Trigonometry, Algebra 1, 2, 3 & college, Pre-Calc, AP Calculus AB
AP Physics 1 & 2
SAT/ACT/GRE/GMAT/EOC
Organization & Study Skills

Education
B.S in Mechanical Engineering, University of Florida 2020

Experience
– 8 years of tutoring experience-- over 7000 hours
– ADHD/ADD experience
– Scored in the 99th percentile on SAT
– Increased scores by an average of 300 points on SAT
– Created a tutoring program in high school as president of the key club 
– AP / Dual Enrollment / IB / Honors Experience

Hobbies
When I’m not tutoring, I’m either singing the blues, cooking, skiing, hiking or snuggling my cat. I love being outdoors, traveling, climbing mountains, eating good food, and listening to good music. One of my goals is hiking through all the National Parks in my lifetime. 

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Testimonials

Callie S.

Southlake, TX

“A year ago, Ashley began helping me with all of my subjects in school. She taught me how to succeed in all of my classes, from taking useful notes to preparing for a test. Ashley always finds time to fit me into her schedule and never rushes our sessions. Her help has completely turned my grades around and her insight really helps me stay on top of all of my classes. She clearly knows a lot about what she is doing and works also to help make her students better people in general, not just better students. She gives me advice on issues in and out of school. I will definitely continue to work with Ashley for the rest of high school and I hope we will continue to be friends even after then. I would recommend her to everyone!”

Rick R.

Plano, TX

“Ashley was great. Despite scheduling issues, she was able to get our 7th grade son in quickly and conducted a Skype session. This worked well where she made him learn vs. just giving him the answers. Before my son was nearly failing and wanting to drop out of Spanish. He was very scared of an written & verbal test and after this session grew confident and scored an 88 on this exam and is now very confident where he is not afraid of the subject any longer. We highly recommend Ashley.”

Brandon E.

Dallas, TX

“We reached out to Ashley for help with our 7th-grade daughter taking the SAT. Ashley was prompt, responsive, and professional. We only had about 2 months to get ready and Ashley came up with a comprehensive plan for the different sections of the SAT. After that successful experience, we enlisted her to help our 5th-grade son with an essay application test. She jumped right on it with short notice. Ashley was easy to get along with, a good communicator, and very helpful to both our kids. We would highly recommend her.”