Great Expectations only hires a mere 1-2% of its applicants — our staff is made up of the most experienced, educated, friendly, and charismatic education experts out there.

Abby T

ClassicAcademic TutorTest Prep TutorCollege Counselor
EducationEarned a B.A. in Neuroscience and a double minor in Acting and Music from UC Berkeley
HobbiesActing, piano, running, yoga, reading, watching movies, traveling
Test PrepSAT (Reading and Writing, Math), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), ISEE, HSPT
Academic SubjectsCreative Writing, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionBiology, Molecular BiologyFrench I, French II
General Strengthselementary education, organizational skills, speed reading skills, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, literary analysis, college-level courseworksummer enrichment planning, editing and proofreading college essays, resume review/evaluation, pre-college summer programs, course selection for high school, college audition preparation for performance tracks, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) programs, UC specialization, college research and advisement, course selection for undergraduate programs, college list building, highly selective colleges/universities specialization, high school selection, transcript analysis, extracurricular/resume development, personal statement brainstorming and composition, scholarship search (merit-based aid), interview skills, art portfolio building and review, performing arts programs, musical theatre programs, classical performance and composition music programs, acting programs
Related ExperienceExtensive tutoring experience across various academic subjects, worked with students through their college admissions process, created and taught original theatre curriculum to middle school aged students, worked in a metalingual development lab at UC Berkeley with children, UGSI for Chemistry at UC Berkeley in Chemistry 1A; experience with individual coaching and planning for acting, vocal and technical theatre concentrations

Ali K

Founder's CircleAcademic TutorTest Prep Tutor
EducationEarned a B.F.A. in Acting from Brigham Young University
HobbiesTraveling, hiking, writing, comedy, movies, and browsing used bookstores
Test PrepSAT (Reading and Writing, Math), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), ISEE
Academic SubjectsAmerican Literature, British Literature, World Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, Journalism, AP English Language & Composition, AP English Literature & CompositionWorld Civilizations/World History, European History, AP European History, US History, AP US History, AP World History
General Strengthselementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, literary analysis
Related ExperienceTest prep and academic tutoring experience, specializing in AP tests; served as teaching assistant to students with learning differences and test anxiety; tutored in the theatre department at BYU; volunteered as a tutor at the Boys and Girls Club and for the Utah public school system

Ali S

ClassicAcademic TutorTest Prep Tutor
EducationEarned a B.A. in Education Sciences with a minor in Psychological Science from UC Irvine
HobbiesHiking, glamping, binge watching tv shows, cooking and thus eating, playing video games, consuming coffee at any hour, creating digital content, online shopping, and hanging out with my bratty cat
Test PrepACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing)
Academic SubjectsPre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, GeometryComposition, AP English Language & CompositionAP US History, AP World HistoryPsychology, AP Psychology
General Strengthselementary education, academic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, speed reading skills, creative writing, study skills, reading comprehension, ESL, literary analysis, students with learning differences, test-taking psychology, college-level coursework
Related Experience9+ years of tutoring experience; served as an AVID teaching assistant in high school; volunteered as a teacher's aide at a non-profit organization during undergraduate years; specialized in early childhood development and currently teaching elementary education to various age groups

Annie M

ClassicAcademic TutorTest Prep Tutor
EducationEarned a B.A. in East Asian Languages and Civilization from University of Chicago with a focus on Japanese media, graduated with honors; earned an M.A. in East Asian Studies from the University of Southern California; earned a Ph.D. in Critical Film Studies at the University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts
HobbiesCooking, exploring historic Los Angeles, movies and television, entertaining, and exercise
Test PrepSAT (Reading and Writing, Math), ACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing), TOEFL, ISEE, HSPT
Academic SubjectsCreative WritingEuropean History, US History
General StrengthsResearch papersacademic writing, managing test anxiety, creative writing, reading comprehension, standardized test advisement, ESL, literary analysis, students with learning differences, test-taking psychology, college-level coursework
Related Experience15+ years tutoring experience, specializing in English language skills, academic writing, and standardized testing; served as teaching assistant and writing tutor for undergraduates in the Critical Studies Department at USC's School of Cinematic Arts; taught Introduction to Japanese Film at Sophia University in Tokyo as a Fulbright-Hays Scholar

Ara N

ClassicAcademic TutorCollege Counselor
EducationEarned a B.A. in English from the University of Southern California and an M.F.A. in Writing from Otis College of Art & Design
HobbiesMusic and video production, reading, screenwriting, travel and cooking
Test Prep
Academic SubjectsAmerican Literature, Composition, Creative Writing, JournalismUS History & Government, World Civilizations/World History
General Strengthsacademic writing, creative writing, reading comprehension, literary analysis, students with learning differences, students with ASDinternational student application process, major advisement/selection, editing and proofreading college essays, transfer student application process, course selection for high school, UC specialization, athletic recruitment process, non-traditional student application process, college research and advisement, humanities programs, Cal State specialization, foreign college/university application process, college list building, film programs, arts & music Masters and Ph.D. programs, extracurricular/resume development, application review, personal statement brainstorming and composition, arts & music programs, liberal arts school specialization, homeschool student application process, art portfolio building and review, classical performance and composition music programs, contemporary music programs, music industry programs, film, television, and digital media
Related ExperienceExtensive experience in many areas of education, including college admissions, administration, and teaching; served as post-secondary counselor at a private high school for over 10 years; member of the American School Counselor Association; familiar with traditional and non-traditional post-secondary paths; well versed in all the current trends affecting both private and state school admissions; believes that mentorship is an integral component of the college counseling process and is passionate about helping students realize their hidden potential; multi-instrumentalist, specializing in guitar, drums, bass, and piano; very familiar with both conservatory and modern music programs, along with music production and studio recording

Ashwini G

ClassicAcademic TutorTest Prep Tutor
EducationEarned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and an M.S. in Engineering Management from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
HobbiesWatching movies, trying new foods (especially desserts!), beach walks, and playing with my niece
Test PrepACT (English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing)
Academic SubjectsAlgebra 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Precalculus, Calculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BCPsychology, AP Psychology
General Strengthsacademic writing, organizational skills, managing test anxiety, creative writing, study skills, standardized test advisement, literary analysis, test-taking psychology, college-level coursework
Related ExperienceWorked as an engineering tutor at the Cal Poly Writing and Learning Center; one year of experience working in technology consulting; worked as a resident assistant for first year students; led a group of first-year students in a community service leadership program; hosted a community event to encourage girls' involvement in STEM