GRADES 3-6 ALL SUBJECTS

Samantha Cawthon is the Founder & Lead Teacher of Learnimize, a virtual educational platform focused on personalized learning. With over 13 years of experience in teaching elementary school, both in the US and internationally, Samantha is a seasoned educator and curriculum designer. She's also a certified K-6 teacher with ESL expertise. Samantha's passion for student-centered education led her to establish Learnimize, aiming to inspire a love for learning while emphasizing creativity and collaboration. As a homeschool pod teacher and 1:1 tutor, she's dedicated to empowering students to excel academically, discover their unique voices, and have fun! Beyond her role in education, Samantha is also a world traveler, having lived abroad and drawn inspiration from diverse cultures and experiences to enrich her teaching practice. With her dedication, expertise, and love for learning, Samantha brings a dynamic perspective to education, empowering students to thrive in an ever-changing world.

K-3 ALL SUBJECTS

Andii Hunt is the Executive Director of a non-profit organization named Wisdom and Wander Center for Kids where she creates classes, camps, and clubs inspired by children. She began her career as a classroom teacher, first in Ohio and then in Florida. After more than 17 years as a teacher, she decided to pursue 2 new dream goals... 1. homeschooling her son and 2. encourage kids and their families that they can have a voice in what they learn and how they learn it while having fun, being creative, and working together!

K-6 PHONICS, SPELLING, READING

Josie Dribbon, is an Orton-Gillingham Trained Tutor certified through the Orton-Gillingham Academy, specializing in phonics, reading, and dyslexia support. With a focus on new and striving readers aged 4-11, Josie offers personalized 1:1 private lessons or 1:3 small group sessions, a new offering she's excited about. Josie's approach to reading instruction is highly individualized, meeting each student at their level of readiness. Her lessons encompass phonemic awareness, phonics, decoding skills, spelling, and more, ensuring a comprehensive approach to literacy development. With Josie's expertise and dedication, students embark on a journey of literacy acquisition tailored to their unique needs and strengths. Originally from New York and currently residing in Colorado, Josie enjoys spending time in nature, learning instruments, and of course, reading!

GRADES 5-12 + COLLEGE MATH & SCIENCE

Jana Duran is a Middle & High School Tutor based in California, bringing a wealth of expertise across all subjects, with a specialization in Math and Science. With a passion for education and a background in working with students with ADHD, Jana is dedicated to fostering academic success and confidence in her students. As a mother herself, Jana understands the importance of personalized learning and tailors her approach to meet the individual needs of each student. Outside of tutoring, Jana is an avid traveler, drawing inspiration from her experiences around the world to enrich her teaching practice. With her dedication, expertise, and love for learning, Jana empowers her students to excel academically while fostering a lifelong passion for knowledge.