Our Tutors

Matthew went to Brown, where he majored in Psychology. He received a master's in fine arts from New York University for Creative Writing and helped run the Starworks Foundation, which brightens the lives of hospitalized children via therapeutic expressive poetry. Matthew is currently writing his latest novel, and works as a writing specialist and college admissions consultant for Housecalls Tutoring.

Jez went to Yale where he earned his Bachelor’s in molecular biophysics and biochemistry. He then earned two Master degrees from University of Cambridge and now is in the MD/PhD program at Cornell University. He is a compassionate energetic mentor specializing in math, science and the SAT/ACT.

Jan is an experienced learning specialist with a vast and growing background in dyslexia, literacy, and an expertise in how to navigate standardized exams (ISEE/SSAT/ACT/SAT) given these learning obstacles. She earned her BA from Yale, and then finished her Masters from Brown University and has over 20 years experience teaching English and creating individualized learning plans for those with dyslexia. She is an Orton Gillingham Practitioner, but also utilizes other tools and methods in her energetic and organized approach.

Ruben graduated summa cum laude from Cooper Union, with a degree in Chemical Engineering. He then received his master's and Ph.D. in Chemistry from Yale. He is now a professor back at Cooper Union and has been a Housecalls tutor for all levels of math and science for more than five years.

Bethany attended Barnard College and majored in English. Upon graduation, she began tutoring and worked with the NYC Teaching Fellows, teaching 7th and 8th grades, while obtaining her master's in Childhood Education. Bethany is now working toward her doctorate in theatre, and continues to tutor elementary and middle school children.

Koon went to Amherst College and majored in Chemistry. He went on to receive his master's degree at Columbia and is presently pursuing a Ph.D. in Chemistry. Koon has taught chemistry at both Amherst and Columbia, and is a tutor for both SAT-II and AP Chemistry. 

Matt is a graduate of Cornell University, where he triple-majored in Art History, Physics, and Math. He brings a worldly view to the SATs and has tutored through Housecalls Tutoring for many years while pursuing actuarial goals.

Curran received her bachelor's degree in French and Art History, and then attended New York University for her master's in French Literature. As she works toward a Ph.D. in French at New York University, she tutors French through Housecalls Tutoring.

Jerry attended MIT, where he majored in Biology. He has worked with children in all spheres, from hospitals to camps to the Science Olympiads. He is now at Cornell Medical School and lends his expertise in all levels of math and sciences.

Nancy earned degrees in English, Political Science, and Russian. While at Brown University, she earned a master's degree and Ph.D. in English and Slavic/Comparative Literature. For more than ten years, Nancy has tutored English and specializes in the verbal portion of the SAT; she is one of Housecalls Tutoring's all-star veteran tutors.

Igor received his bachelor's degree in Physics, graduating with honors from the California Institute of Technology. He is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Physics at Columbia University and tutors all levels of math and physics.

Joan has been educating young children for more than four decades. She has 19 years of experience at the International Preschools as both a teacher and program director. She earned a master's degree in English from Columbia University's Teacher's College and another in Special Education from Yeshiva University. She also has years of experience teaching English in New York's public and private schools. Joan recently received a meritorious citation from International Preschools for "Excellence in Early Childhood Education," for her unique talents and unlimited patience and love of young children. As a parent and grandmother who has had two children in New York City's independent schools and as a past representative to the Association for Independent Schools, Joan knows firsthand about how much is expected (perhaps unfairly) from very young children. She is skilled at boosting children's confidence while shielding them from those pressures. 

Summer has been a learning specialist in New York City since 2005. She received her B.A in Sociology from the University of Mary Washington, and was accepted into the New York City Teaching Fellows a year after graduating. She attended graduate school at Brooklyn College and holds an M.S. in Education for the Teaching of Students with Disabilities as well as an M.S. in School Leadership, which was earned in conjunction with the Federal Education Leaders Fellowship program. She currently works as a Special Education Coordinator at a small high school in Manhattan where she oversees all services and personnel relating to students with special needs. She coordinates and provides academic support both on an individual and group basis, as well as guidance and professional development to other teachers and learning specialists. She specializes in reading, organization, as well as developing spatial awareness and reasoning skills.

Dustin went to the University of Pennsylvania where he majored in biology and English. He then earned his Masters from Harvard’s Graduate School of Education. He has taught math, science and SAT and ACT for over ten years and specializes in breaking down complex principles for those with learning differences, especially as they related to standardized exams.

Daniel majored in English, and went on to earn his MFA in creative writing from NYU. He is a full time English professor at NYU, but feels very passionate about one on one teaching, and is one of our true stars. He has a special way of connecting with his students, and has worked extensively with children with learning issues. He has helped homeschool children, leads writing workshops and is an SAT specialist. He has worked with Housecalls Tutoring for years and has received impressive results and amazing reviews.