Meet Our Expert Tutors

Michal G. moved to Austin, Texas, on August 1st, 2009, and taught his first SAT and GRE courses on August 2nd. Since then, Michal founded his own test preparation company, wrote his own curricula, and has continued to be one of the only full-time test preparation instructors in Texas. He has helped thousands of students meet, exceeds their testing goals, and takes every test he teaches. Michal received his B.A. from Brandeis University (English and Psychology) and his M.A. in Comparative Literature at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Michal is a St. Edward's University and Austin Community College faculty member. As Director of Tutoring at Collegewise, he is passionate about helping students. Michal specializes in SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, English, Mathematics (through early pre-calculus), Hebrew, Psychology, and foundational French. Michael offers tutoring support online and in our Austin location. 

Michael instructed at Temple University in PA, where he earned his master's degree and continues his doctoral studies in Religion. At the undergraduate level, he studied History and Philosophy at the University of Delaware. Michael has seen hundreds of students pass through his classrooms and has tutored over 5,000 hours with private students. Michael specializes in LSAT, SAT/ACT (all subjects), ISEE/SSAT, AP US History, AP World History, AP Language, AP Econ (macro & micro), AP Government, AP Environmental Science, AP Psychology, AP Human Geography, Leadership Academy, and Student Success Skills.

 

Michael offers tutoring online and at our Berkeley Heights, New Jersey location. 

Matt brings a deep knowledge of various quantitative and qualitative subjects with the BA in Economics (Quantitative Focus) and Minor in Business he earned at Willamette University in Oregon. As a full time instructor at Collegewise, Matt has tutored hundreds of students for thousands of cumulative hours. He enjoys instructing a variety of learners and figuring out how to carefully adapt his style to his students’ needs. Matt spends his free time crafting short stories, playing Dungeons and Dragons, and enjoying the Pacific Northwest's beautiful nature. Students can work with Matt for all subject areas of the ACT/SAT, Leadership Academy & Success Skills, AP Macro/Microeconomics, Intro to Accounting/Finance, AP Statistics, AP English/general English and Writing, World History, and most high school math subjects (Alg I & II, Geometry, Precalc, AP Precalc, Calculus, AP Calc AB, Statistics) online.

Ally Olejar is a graduate of the College of Charleston (BS in Astrophysics) and a longtime, full-time tutor across disciplines. To describe Ally as a polymath would nearly be to sell her short: she is able to teach STEM subjects at the college level (including helping students prepare for the MCAT), and she works with students at every level of proficiency within those disciplines. An early bird who goes on walks and plays Pokemon Go (or cooks and crochets at home) she's written an academic paper on black holes created via computer simulations. Ally tutors students online, and teaches all subjects on the SAT, ACT, MCAT, and helps students prep for a host of AP Math (up to Calc III) and Science (Bio, Chem, Physics) subjects, as well.

Annie graduated from Princeton University with a degree in Chemical and Biological Engineering. She worked as a technician at Rutgers University.

Annie specializes in SAT and ACT, AP Biology, Chemistry, Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, AP Pre-Calculus, Calculus, AP Calculus-AB tutoring.

Annie is available to support students online and at our Berkeley Heights, New Jersey location.

Arpit earned a dual B.S. degree in Biological Sciences and Chemistry from Rutgers. Arpit also explored bacterial photosynthesis research and was formerly in EMS. 

Arpit specializes in ACT Math/Science, SAT Math, GRE/GMAT Math, MCAT, AP Biology, AP Chemistry & Physics, and additional STEM subject tutoring and works with students online and at our Berkeley Heights, New Jersey location.

Beth is an enthusiastic educator with over 21 years of experience spanning K-12 and university levels. A certified teacher in English, Biology, and Agricultural Education, she holds a Doctorate in Education from Walden University and both a B.S. and M.S. from Oklahoma State University. Her extensive teaching background includes faculty roles at OSU and Southern New Hampshire University, where she taught everything from research methods to environmental science. Beth specializes in online-only tutoring for ACT/SAT prep (Math, ELA, and Science) and a wide array of subjects, including advanced mathematics (Algebra through Calculus), life sciences (Biology, Genetics, Zoology), and specialized agricultural sciences. She employs a versatile teaching style developed through years of both brick-and-mortar and virtual instruction. When not teaching, she enjoys traveling with her husband and four children.

For more than three decades, our New Jersey-based tutor Betty has taught high school mathematics in —everything from Pre-Algebra to Calculus and Statistics. She has taught AP Calculus and Stats for several years (and is also fluent in Spanish).

While earning her B.S. in Mathematics and Secondary Education, she developed a math curriculum for high school and adult education. 

Betty specializes in SAT/ACT Math/Science and Math Curriculum, including Statistics and Calculus. Betty works with students online.

When working with students, Bob often returns to the saying, “Chance favors the prepared mind,” as he is dedicated to readying them for their futures and helping them succeed.

Bob earned his BA in History and minor in Literature before earning his master's in European History.

Bob specializes in SAT/ACT Verbal, US History, European History, and Writing. Bob works with students online and at our Berkeley Heights, New Jersey location..

Caitlin went to Chapman University for her undergraduate degree and earned an MFA in Creative Writing at George Mason University. On that note, Caitlin is currently working on a book of poems. She has been tutoring since 2006 and has lost count of how many students she's worked with, from elementary school through college-age. In addition to tutoring, Caitlin instructs yoga and hikes. Caitlin is based out of our Newport Beach, CA office and is available online and in-person. 

Caitlin specializes in ACT/SAT (English and Reading/Writing) and Success Skills, Leadership Academy.

Daniel loves to learn (and help others do the same!), as evidenced by his undergraduate degree from the University of Oklahoma: chemical engineering with triple minors in mathematics, chemistry, and African and African-American studies. Over the years, Daniel has worked with hundreds of students and loves when they are able to draw connections among concepts they've learned without his prompting. When he's not working full-time as an engineer with a semiconductor company, he enjoys browsing social media, including the ever-present TikTok. Daniel is based in Austin and is also available for online tutoring in ACT/SAT (all subjects), Algebra 1 and 2, Precalculus, Geometry, AP Calculus AB/BC, and AP Chemistry.

Dennis Ho is a Rockford-based tutor with over eight years of experience supporting students from kindergarten through college. Specialized in AP-level STEM courses and ACT/SAT prep, he also provides comprehensive support in humanities and social sciences. Dennis utilizes a student-centered, scaffolded teaching approach tailored to individual learning needs to build student confidence and independence. A double graduate of UIC, he holds a B.S. in Integrated Health Studies and an M.P.H. in Public Health Informatics, complementing his tutoring with a professional background in data analytics and research.

Dina holds a B.S. in Engineering and minors in Mathematics and Creative Writing — a combination that reflects both her analytical strengths and her love of language. Although she works as an engineer during the day, tutoring has always been a constant in her life. She enjoys learning new things, and that same curiosity shapes the way she teaches.

Outside of work, she’s happiest doing anything active or outdoors. She plays basketball, practices yoga, reads widely, and has more hobbies than she can count. She also loves late‑night conversations about interesting or philosophical ideas — the kind that make you think long after they’re over.

Based in Cleveland, OH, Dina offers online tutoring in all sections of the ACT and SAT; Mathematics from Algebra I through AP Calculus; Sciences, including AP Physics and AP Chemistry. She also offers Literature and Writing support and mentors for the Leadership Academy and Success Skills.

Don teaches test prep for all of the required sections of both the ACT and SAT, and he offers tutoring for all levels of math and statistics. He has a master’s in Statistics from Rutgers and a bachelor’s in Business Administration from Boston College. A native of NJ, Don now works as a Biostatistician for the Yale School of Medicine. 

Don specializes in SAT/ACT (All subjects), and Math (including Statistics and most high school math). Don offers online tutoring options only.

Gustavo loves to help his students experience the Hispanic language and culture. He is originally from Argentina, where he graduated from Universidad Nacional de Cuyo, and was a professor of Hispanic Language and Literature. He currently teaches AP Spanish, Spanish 4, and Spanish as a second language at Abraham Clark High School.

 

Gustavo specializes in the Spanish curriculum and Spanish subject test. Gustavo offers tutoring support online.

Jay earned his degree in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A&M (College Station). Jay works as a mechanical engineer and designs, analyzes, and improves mechanical systems. In the meantime aside from tutoring he is a swim instructor who enjoys running, playing pickleball and printing out 3D objects.

Jay is available to teach online for SAT/ACT Math/Science, All levels of math (including Calculus III, Differential Equations and Statistics) Physics I & II as well as Statics, Dynamics and Thermodynamics, Success Skills and Leadership Academy. Success Skills and Leadership Academy.

Jill holds a B.A. in Psychology, a Ph.D. in Cellular and Molecular Biology, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard Medical School with a focus in neuroscience. She has led early-stage research programs at leading biotech and pharmaceutical companies across neurological, cardiovascular, and oncology disease areas. More recently, Jill has worked in AI model training of advanced scientific reasoning, giving her valuable perspective on how students can use AI as a tool to support learning and creative expression, not as a replacement for it. Jill specializes in SAT and ACT preparation, Biology tutoring, and Success and Leadership Skills coaching. Her teaching emphasizes learning how to think through problems, not just how to get them right. Outside of tutoring, Jill is the mom of two teenage boys, which means she’s fluent in creative procrastination, last-minute negotiations, selective listening, and frequent eye-rolls. She works with students online.

Kate Trivisonno is located in the great Garden State (aka NJ) where she is a full-time high school English teacher. Kate earned an undergraduate degree in English with a focus on creative writing and a master’s degree in Special Ed. She is uniquely qualified to help all different types of learners and holds multiple certifications and both of her degrees are from Montclair State in NJ. She has worked with thousands of students over the years in her role as an English teacher and as a part-time tutor. In her spare time, Kate enjoys cooking and baking WITHOUT chocolate as an ingredient since she cannot stand the taste of it(!). Like many Collegewise colleagues, Kate also practices yoga. Kate is available to tutor ACT/SAT (English, reading/writing), Leadership Academy, and success skills online and in our Bergen County, NJ office. 

Matthew graduated from Dartmouth College with Latin honors, earning a B.A. in Philosophy and Government and a minor in Human-Centered Design (Engineering). A National Merit Semifinalist and top SAT scorer, he specializes in helping students approach challenging material with structure, strategy, and confidence.

Matthew has extensive experience supporting students in reading, writing, mathematics, and humanities-based subjects, with particular strengths in Government, Philosophy, and analytical and narrative writing. He works closely with students on essay development across disciplines, including academic essays, personal statements, and long-form writing that requires clear argumentation and storytelling. He also has significant experience in college essay coaching and broader college consulting, helping students craft authentic applications and compelling personal narratives.

In addition to tutoring, Matthew works in the entertainment industry reviewing scripts and supporting film development projects. His background in storytelling and analysis informs his approach to teaching, especially in helping students strengthen their writing voice, structure arguments effectively, and communicate ideas with clarity and purpose.

Originally from Arizona, Matthew is an Eagle Scout who enjoys hiking, sketch comedy, and writing short stories. He also speaks Italian with his family whenever he gets the chance.

Matthew specializes in SAT/ACT/SSAT/ISEE preparation, Mathematics, Government, Philosophy, reading and writing, essay coaching, college essays, college consulting, interview preparation, English, history, and Success Skills mentoring.

As a tutor, Nancy aspires to impart both knowledge and joy. She teaches to a student’s individual learning style with the goal of empowerment. At Brown University, Nancy earned master’s degrees in English/Creative Writing and Slavic/Comparative Literature. She also has a B.A. in English and Political Science from Boston College with a subfield in Art History and a second B.A. in Russian from Rutgers. Nancy taught college-level literature and first-year writing classes at Brown and Fairleigh Dickinson University, respectively. Our resident bard, she has published a literary study guide and is currently completing a poetry collection. Nancy specializes in SAT/ACT/GRE Verbal, Literature, Writing, Reading, Critical Thinking, and Success Skills. Nancy offers tutoring support solely online. 

Patricia Hatcher hails from NYC, where she’s resided, studied, and worked in a variety of settings, including at one of the largest test prep organizations. Patricia brings a love of Classics (Greek and Latin, that is) and mentoring to her role. A lifelong learner herself, Patricia is pursuing a PhD in Classics at the CUNY Graduate Center and focuses on myth, monsters, and material culture. This is after she earned a MA in Theology from Union Theological Seminary in NY and an undergraduate degree from the College of William & Mary in VA. Patricia has worked with thousands of students in her two-plus decades of instruction, and she continues to teach as part of her PhD program. When Patricia isn’t endeavoring to turn her home into a Wunderkammer (we had to look that up, too: it’s a “room of wonders/curiosities”), she enjoys playing pool, spending time with her dogs, and eating nachos. Patricia is available remotely to tutor ACT/SAT (all subjects), SHSAT, Success Skills, Ancient Greek, Latin (through AP), Ancient Mediterranean history, and GRE.

A Southern California native, Sakhi earned her B.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from UC Irvine, where she is currently pursuing her Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD). Her professional background spans education and communication, including roles as a UCI teaching assistant, a medical writer, and a digital content manager for healthcare education. With years of experience tutoring over a hundred students, Sakhi adapts her instruction to individual learning styles to simplify complex concepts. At Collegewise, she specializes in ACT/SAT prep, mathematics (Algebra 1 through AP Calculus AB), science (AP/IB Chemistry and AP Biology), and English (all levels including IB). She also mentors for Leadership Academy and Success Skills. Sakhi is available for in-person tutoring in Newport Beach, CA, or remotely.

Sarah earned her B.S. in Mechanical Engineering alongside a minor in Computer Science from the University of Texas at Dallas. With extensive experience tutoring and helping students find their academic way, Sarah teaches across disciplines and at all levels, applying skills learned as an engineer and project manager in her life as an instructor. When not tutoring, Sarah studies business as part of her MBA program and is currently endeavoring to visit every national park. She’s currently at 25 and counting. A resident of Austin, Sarah teaches both in-person at our Austin location and via Zoom. Specializes in: AP Chemistry, AP Calculus, Honors Language/Literature, Honors Music Theory, Honors US History, Honors Government, Honors Computer Science, Honors Statistics, Honors Biology, Honors Environmental Science, AP Physics 1,2, C, and Mechanics, and Honors Spanish.

Sirjana holds a professional degree in Medicine and Surgery with an internship from Weill Cornell Medicine. A seasoned tutor, she has worked with hundreds of students from elementary through high school, including those with learning differences and chronic health challenges. She is skilled at adapting her teaching style to ensure significant score improvements through patience and perseverance. Based in New Jersey, Sirjana offers in-person and virtual tutoring for the ACT, SAT, ISEE, SSAT, and Success Skills. Outside of education, she is an avid traveler and digital creator who has visited 47 countries and 40 U.S. states, documenting her journeys through photography and videography for her social media platforms.

Steve's specialty is helping students with the verbal portion of the SAT or ACT, where he scored in the 99th percentile. Prior to tutoring, Steve received his B.A. from Duke University.

Steve provides a patient and calm approach to SAT & ACT verbal, study skills, and ISEE/SAT tutoring. Steve offers tutoring support online and at our Berkeley Heights, New Jersey location.

Steven holds an MA in Philosophy from Miami University of Ohio, undergraduate degrees in philosophy and psychology, and a Cambridge CELTA qualification. With over ten years of experience, he has taught in diverse educational settings and specializes in supporting students with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences. He offers an encouraging, adaptable approach to tutoring, focusing on each student’s unique strengths and challenges. Based on the East Coast, Steven provides online instruction for the SAT/ACT, GRE/GMAT, and high school entrance exams (SSAT/ISEE/HSPT). His academic expertise includes AP-level Mathematics (Calculus, Precalculus, Statistics), English, Biology, Psychology, Environmental Science, and Philosophy (including IB Theory of Knowledge). He also serves as a Leadership Academy and Success Skills mentor.

Taylor has been tutoring and teaching in various capacities for more than 10 years—everything from leading youth swim lessons to TA-ing bioengineering courses at Stanford. After spending several years doing academic research, she discovered a true passion for teaching! She brings her biology and test-taking expertise to her part-time work as an MCAT instructor, and now to Collegewise! She's not only a tutor with Collegewise, but also a college counselor. Taylor's teaching philosophy is centered on meeting students where they are. She firmly believes that tutoring should be a positive (dare we say fun?) experience where students can comfortably ask questions and make mistakes, because that's how we learn! Regardless of whether a student is a first-time tester, retesting to reach a goal score, or somewhere in between, Taylor is committed to figuring out what works for each student as an individual. When she's not teaching, Taylor enjoys restoring (well, sometimes further damaging) old video game consoles, listening to musicals, and wrangling her and her partner's 3 cats. Taylor is based in Chicago and is available to tutor ACT/SAT (all subject areas), Physics 1, Biology, Chemistry, and Success Skills online.

Whitney Evans holds dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Biology and Psychology from the University of Alabama (Roll Tide!), a Master of Science in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Alabama Huntsville, a Master of Education from the University of Alabama Birmingham, and an Education Specialist degree from the University of North Alabama. With 20 years of experience, Whitney has taught 6th to 12th grade science and computer science, in addition to serving as an adjunct instructor for Biology and Human Anatomy and Physiology at the college level. Outside of the classroom, Whitney enjoys reading, hiking, biking, running, kayaking, and spending time with her dogs. She’s also had the thrilling experience of feeding over 50 sharks without a cage while scuba diving. Based in Huntsville, AL, Whitney offers online tutoring in SAT/ACT preparation and a variety of subjects including biology (up to AP level), AP Environmental Science, algebra, physical science, physics, human anatomy and physiology, computer science (up to AP CS A), psychology, Success Skills and Leadership Academy.

Zahie (pronounced Za-hee-yah) holds a B.A. from Williams College, a J.D. from Cornell Law School, and an M.F.A. from New School University. In her capacities as a college and law professor and essay coach, Zahie has worked with hundreds of students and working professionals in helping them realize their passion projects, books, and life goals. She has extensive experience working with students with learning differences and is very creative in meeting students with different learning styles where they are. An accomplished author and writing coach, her work has been published in Dinarzad’s Children: An Anthology of Arab-American Literature, Mizna, Ars Medica, and Brain, Child. Zahie is a regular moderator at the Texas Book Festival, where she gets to talk to amazing authors from all over the world about their books. And, if you're looking for new pop-culture and literature recommendations, Zahie is your go-to source: she has a knack for suggesting the right entertainment for the right time. She resides in Austin, TX, with her family.