Ana is a tutor from Cleveland, Ohio, with seven years of experience in Math, Statistics, ACT/SAT Prep, College Admissions advising, and Spanish. Holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Ohio State University, Ana values building students’ confidence by focusing on their strengths. Ana finds fulfillment in witnessing students’ “lightbulb moments” and appreciates the personalized, one-on-one connections at JBE Tutoring. She helps students step out of their comfort zones by guiding them through practice problems and tailors study guides for effective preparation. Apart from tutoring, Ana is a professional soccer player in Uruguay, showcasing her passion for competition and teamwork. Her favorite quote, “The world gives its toughest battles to its strongest soldiers,” reflects her belief in overcoming challenges. Ana brings a unique blend of academic expertise and athletic dedication to her role.

Colette Jarratt is a Texas-based educator with eight years of experience, certified in ESL and various subjects. Colette's tutoring style focuses on celebrating small wins, one memorized word at a time, to build confidence. She values the personal touch, getting to know her students while offering flexible, personalized sessions with JBE Tutoring. According to Colette, JBE Tutoring stands out with flexible hours for both students and teachers, providing a personalized experience for each client at an affordable rate. Colette sets goals, ensuring each student's unique needs are met, and dreams of visiting Israel and Japan. With her vibrant personality reflected in bright red glasses, Colette brings both passion and compassion to her tutoring sessions.

Dani Ella is a dedicated and experienced tutor who has been teaching for many years. She is originally from New Jersey and of Egyptian origin. Dani Ella specializes in subjects such as algebra, geometry, pre-calculus, biology, chemistry, physics, English, history and also offers tutoring in Spanish and Arabic. Dani Ella's passion for tutoring comes from her love of kids and her desire to build their confidence in their academic abilities. She finds it extremely fulfilling when she sees her students succeed and retain the knowledge they've learned with her. What sets the experience apart from her other tutoring work is that JBE students tend to be more intrinsically motivated and dedicated to their academic journey. To help her students develop self-confidence in learning, Dani Ella uses various tactics such as demonstrating effective study skills and strategies like taking notes, referencing notes, and using search engines to research topics they're unsure about. She's also aware that students may face common challenges in tutoring sessions, such as lack of focus and motivation. Therefore, she's patient and listens to what her students have to say to help them overcome these obstacles. Dani Ella believes that JBE's one on one tutoring service is better than the competition because it allows for a more personalized experience. She's able to assess her students, determine their strengths and areas of growth, and plan a course for them to build towards success. She also makes sure to cater to her students' individual needs.

Daniella Hoffman is a highly experienced and certified teacher with over 23 years of experience in the field. She is originally from the USA, and is fluent in five languages. Daniella specializes in tutoring ESL, Spanish, Math, Science, Social Studies, and ELA. She found JBE Tutoring through a close friend, Johanna, who is also a teacher with JBE. Daniella has a Masters in Education, and is certified to teach pre-k through 8th grade. Daniella's approach to tutoring is highly personalized and focuses on building self-confidence in her students. She lets her students know how important they are to her and praises them highly when they execute a skill they’ve been working on. Daniella also tries to ease her student’s nerves by getting to know them and finding something they have in common. To help students leave their comfort zones, Daniella discovers their interests and immediately builds their classes on their passions to make learning fun. Daniella has found that one of the most common challenges students encounter in tutoring sessions is not having the basic skills because they were never taught about them. However, the most fulfilling part of being a tutor for Daniella is being able to meet all her amazing students and seeing them progress from their first to last session. She values the freedom she has to create curriculums for her specific student’s needs at JBE Tutoring and appreciates the constant support and collaboration within the company. Daniella believes that the JBE service is better than the competition out there because of the reputation that Judy has established among Israeli families both in Israel and the US. Daniella's session is personalized to accommodate her student's needs in the way they have indicated they like to learn, whether it be through videos, games, etc. To help her students reach success, Daniella first assesses them at their current level to have baseline data and then begins to build curriculum. In her free time, Daniella is a scuba diver and has been certified since she was 15. She has filled her dive log with dives from all over the world. Daniella also loves Italian food, particularly pasta, as she learned how to make many different pasta dishes when she lived in Italy for a year. Daniella is married to her best friend for 22 years, and they have four incredible teenagers who are paving their own paths in this world. She enjoys spending time with her family and they love watching movies, playing games, doing outdoor activities and going to the beaches together.

Donna, one of our esteemed tutors from Dumont NJ, has been teaching for over 30 years in public and private settings. She really enjoys working with children and using her educational background to help her students succeed. She creates charts, games and activities to allow her students to thrive. One thing that Donna does to personalize each session is by keeping a notebook for every student and writing down notes during their lesson. This helps her reference the notes to make sure she’s addressing each student and their unique learning style as well as incorporating their interests into each lesson. Donna loves Italy, pasta and scrapbooking. Her favorite quote is “You're off to Great Places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, So... get on your way!” ― Dr. Seuss, Oh, the Places You'll Go!

Meet Dave, one JBE’s incredible tutors. Dave is from Oradell, NJ and graduated with a Mathematics degree. His favorite food is Chicken Parm, and he collects baseball and football cards. Dave’s most fulfilling part of being a tutor is hearing when a student did well on a test. Dave helps students gain the most from their tutoring session by making sure that each student is working on the area that needs improvement, in a way that is tailor made for them to succeed. He makes sure the sessions are individually set up for what that student's weakness is.

David is a tutor from Cincinnati, Ohio who specializes in middle and high school mathematics, high school physical science, physics, and statistics. He has been teaching for several years and enjoys tutoring because it allows him to help students see the connections in the material, which he believes is crucial to understanding. He has a double major B.S degree in mathematics and statistics with a minor in English and a graduate degree in M.A in teaching and an M.S in mathematics. He uses tactics such as building on material students already know to help them develop self-confidence in learning. He has found that a common challenge students face is seeing the value in the material and the most fulfilling part of tutoring for him is when students are able to make connections and master difficult material. David helps students leave their comfort zones by scaffolding around material they do understand and explaining connections between topics. David believes that JBE service is better than the competition because of the great leadership and attention to the student needs. He personalizes sessions by working through stages of understanding, trying to help students understand the "what", the "how" and the "why" of each portion of the material. In his free time, David is a big football fan and enjoys playing and coaching football. His favorite quote is "Education is not the filling of a pail, but rather the lighting of a fire" by W.B Yeats and his favorite food is Hummus and pita bread probably because of his Greek heritage.

Elizabeth is a certified English tutor, originally from Iowa. She has been teaching for several years and specializes in ESL, enrichment, conversational practice, interview prep, and professional English. She finds joy in building relationships with her students and giving them the tools they need to be successful in language learning. She particularly enjoys the one-on-one nature of tutoring and the ability to customize lessons to each student's needs. To help students develop self-confidence, Elizabeth encourages and compliments their progress, provides a comfortable and engaging lesson environment, and focuses on each student's individual goals. When Elizabeth found JBE Tutoring she was impressed with their approach to embrace her teaching style, develop customized content for each group/student, and always feel personally supported by leadership. To help students develop self-confidence, Elizabeth provides a safe, non-judgmental space for students to practice and correct errors while assuring them that it's okay to make mistakes. She also helps students leave their comfort zones by providing level-appropriate content with enough challenge for them to learn at least one new thing to apply in everyday life. Elizabeth's sessions are personalized and she prepares her lessons based on the student's individual goals and/or areas of growth she has been identified. She provides consistent feedback during and after the sessions, homework, review sessions, and check-ins to ensure that students are on track to meet their goals. Some common challenges students face in tutoring sessions include bad learning habits and difficulty breaking the habit of translating from their native language. The most fulfilling part of being a tutor for Elizabeth is seeing her students reach their goals and gain self-confidence. Elizabeth has a specialty in helping Israeli's seeking to work for American companies by providing them with the necessary skills and qualifications, including assistance with resumes and cover letters, and interview preparation. Elizabeth's favorite quote is “The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. “by Nelson Mandela.

Eryn is a wife and mother of two who lives outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Eryn has a BA in Environmental Science and Earth Science Education and a MEd in Educational Strategies and Development. She has 10 years of experience teaching Earth Science in a traditional classroom and has taught English online for two years. Eryn truly enjoys helping students learn! Teaching to small groups makes it possible to tailor lessons to student interests and questions in order to make lessons interesting for each class. Positive reinforcement it is a big part of Eryn's classes to help students build their self-confidence. She believes that every success deserves recognition, even if it is as simple as a virtual high five. JBE Tutoring gives tutors the flexibility to build their own curriculum based on their students' needs. Allowing tutors to have freedom in what and how they teach, provides students with interesting, diverse and targeted learning opportunities. When she is not teaching, Eryn enjoys traveling the world with her family, knitting, gardening and helping at her children's school.

Helen was born in Brooklyn, New York and is a mother of two. After graduating high school, she attended a six-month kibbutz ulpan program in Israel. Helen was a legal assistant at some of New York’s top 100 law firms. Over the course of 20+ years, she had the good fortune to work with prestigious, well- known, high-profile clients, courts, officers of national and international companies. Also, mastered the various disciplines of law: patent and trademark, corporate business, real estate and white-collar litigation. Helen began her amazing second career as an English teacher, teaching English as a second language at some of Israel’s top language schools: Open University, Berlitz, private colleges and TriEnglish. Most importantly, to have had some part in helping students of all ages and at all levels, (the military and hi tech) advance their communication skills both personally and professionally. The following quite identifies with her teaching method: Confucius: “If you make a mistake and do not correct it, this is called a mistake,” and the following quite identifies with her life’s views: Confucius: “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.”

Johanna is an experienced English tutor from Malta with nineteen years of teaching. She is passionate about making learning exciting. With an AA in Languages and certifications in TEFL and TELT, she focuses on boosting students' confidence and enjoys those "aha" moments when concepts click. Johanna appreciates JBE's freedom for personalized lessons and values the commitment to high-quality education. Beyond teaching, she loves music, travel, animals, and indulging in plant-based cuisines. MLK's quote, "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere," resonates with her values. Johanna brings enthusiasm and expertise to the JBE Tutoring team.

Jon is a California state certified social science teacher with over 18 years of experience teaching both in the classroom and online, he is highly qualified in California to teach math, science, and English, and holds a 120-Hour TESOL certificate. Jon is originally from Buffalo, NY and has worked with thousands of students since he began teaching in 2005, including English Language Learners, those who are gifted and talented, those with IEPs, and those who have 504. Since 2019, he has taught almost 5,000 one-on-one or small group online tutoring sessions in all subjects to students between the ages of 3 and 18 who live all over the world. Before 2019, he worked at an independent study charter school in San Diego for eleven years where he taught all subjects to students in grades 6-12. Jon uses a whole child approach so that he can make learning useful, engaging, and fun! he likes to get to know his students' personalities, learning styles, and strengths and weaknesses so that he can customize lessons that will help them build their confidence and meet their short- and long-term academic goals. Jon is also an award-winning/represented novelist, screenwriter, songwriter, and guitarist, and has experience teaching Spanish to non-native speakers, as well.

Jonathan teaches many subjects, some of which include College Economics, Statistics, Biology, Chemistry, Calculus, Physics, SAT, ACT, MCAT exams, and many AP courses. Jonathan has been teaching for 15, his educational background is a degree in Biological Science and Economics. Some of the tactics Jonathan uses to help students get self-confidence and overcome challenges is by encouraging students to study every single day. That’s the best way to get the best results. The most fulfilling part of tutoring for Jonathan is when he helps students improve their score on a grade in a class or a standardized test, that helps them achieve a larger goal such as admission to the college of their choice and this makes a positive difference in their life. He also personalizes the sessions by asking them where they want to focus on. By allowing the students to go through their questions with Jonathan, he can then get a better understanding for their knowledge and help them fill the gaps.

Kathryn grew up moving around the US and parts of Asia because her dad was in the US Marines. She graduated high school in Okinawa, Japan and her family is originally from Texas. She tutors math and science subjects like calculus, algebra, chemistry, biology, and physics, and has a degree in biomedical engineering. Kathryn originally planned to work in a lab, but after a few semesters, she found it wasn't for her and started a tutoring business in college instead. She believes that making mistakes is a natural part of the learning process and helps students build self-confidence. She has noticed that lack of focus is a common challenge for students and finds it fulfilling when students master the material and do well on exams. To be effective, Kathryn believes in personalizing her approach by listening to and observing students to understand their specific struggles and goals, and following up to ensure they achieve success.

Leslie is a tutor from Huntington Beach, California, with five years of teaching experience. Leslie covers various subjects, including Math, Reading, Writing, Science, Test Prep, ESL, and Spanish. Her motivation for tutoring comes from impactful mentors, and she strives to make a positive difference in her students' lives. Leslie employs tactics like words of praise and collaborative problem-solving to boost students' self-confidence. The most fulfilling part of tutoring for her is witnessing a student's smile and growth. Beyond tutoring, Leslie enjoys the gym, Pilates, beach time with her Golden Retriever, Sunday dinners with family, and traveling with her husband. Her favorite quote by Maya Angelou, “You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, how you can still come out of it,” reflects her resilience and belief in rising from defeats. Leslie's dedication and diverse interests enrich the tutoring experience.

Louisa is a tutor who specializes in conversational and business English, as well as career counseling. She has been teaching for 8+ years and loves helping people improve and succeed. She found JBE Tutoring through a Facebook group for English teachers and language schools. Louisa has a B.S. in Education with TESOL certification and a Masters in Communications. Some tactics she uses to help students develop self-confidence in learning are practice, practice, practice in many different ways, focusing on the positive, recapping improvement, providing kind correction, and giving students opportunities to improve and succeed while having fun and learning about relative topics. Some common challenges students encounter in tutoring sessions include different learning levels, different interests, conflicts with work or family schedules, and pronunciation challenges. The most fulfilling part of being a tutor for Louisa is knowing she helps people be and feel successful and often times, improve their careers. She finds the JBE experience different from other tutoring work she has done in that the leadership is very supportive and positive towards tutors and she feels valued. To help students leave their comfort zones, she first makes sure they know that her tutoring space is a safe space and then does a variety of activities that are not always typical. Louisa believes JBE service is better than the competition because it pays well and values its tutors and offers a variety of professional level and conversational classes for all grades and English levels. Each session is personalized to the person or group in attendance by tailoring it to their level, needs, strengths, weaknesses, interests, and learning goals. To help students reach success, Louisa practices, assesses, and then teaches accordingly with a holistic approach that addresses grammar, reading, writing, listening, speaking, pronunciation, vocabulary, cultural differences, and career-related content as appropriate for the specific student. Louisa's dream travel destination is Cuba and her favorite food is Mexican because she has access to all its amazing authentic food where she lives. Her hobbies include taking pictures of nature of animals and plants and cooking. Her favorite quote is "Life is 10 percent of what happens to you and 90 percent of what you make of it." by Charles Swindoll.

Marisa is a US based tutor with four years of teaching expertise in English, Reading, and Writing. With a BA in Global Studies & Education and an MA in Elementary Education, Marisa values tutoring for its ability to connect her with diverse individuals from various backgrounds. Marisa's approach involves going at the student's pace, providing clear explanations, and fostering patience to build confidence in learning. She encourages students to step out of their comfort zones by challenging them, creating personalized sessions based on their needs, and focusing on a positive relationship. Marisa's caring and understanding nature, combined with her passion for yoga, cooking, and travel, makes her a valuable addition to the JBE Tutoring team.

Mark is a US based tutor with seventeen years of experience in Social Studies, ESL, and Spanish and is passionate about teaching. His engaging and casual tutoring style focuses on boosting students’ confidence, with the most fulfilling part being their mastery of content. Mark values JBE Tutoring for its experienced teachers, setting it apart from others. He personalizes sessions by communicating with teachers, emphasizing key concepts, reviews, and practice for student success. Dreaming of visiting Vietnam, Mark enjoys Vietnamese food and shares FDR’s quote, “We have nothing to fear but fear itself.” Bilingual in Spanish, Mark adds a diverse perspective to his tutoring.

Rachell is a seasoned tutor with seventeen years of experience, specializing in Reading and Writing. Originally from Puerto Rico, Rachell holds a B.A. in Psychology and a Masters in Bilingual Special Education. She values the one-on-one connection with students, finding it more impactful than traditional classrooms. JBE Tutoring's flexibility and transparent systems is what sets it apart for Rachell to tutor students after school hours. Using engaging tactics like games and visuals, she helps students build confidence. Rachell's most fulfilling moments come from making connections with students and witnessing their progress. With a passion for Latin Cuisine and a love for dancing, concerts, and cooking, Rachell brings enthusiasm and expertise to JBE Tutoring.

Meet Sherri, a respected tutor at JBE Tutor, who has been teaching full-time for 18 years, working with students in elementary and middle school. In addition to this, she has been working with high school students tutoring them or teaching SAT and ACT test preparation. She enjoys working with all ages whether it is teaching reading and writing or improving conversational skills in English. Her philosophy is that patience and guidance in conjunction with good teaching leads to student success. It is like a recipe, sometimes it needs an adjustment of the ingredients. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, swimming, and traveling. She is a mom to three children and two Goldendoodles. A quote she often shares with her students, “If you think you can, you can. If you think you can’t, you are right.”

Telly boasts over two decades of teaching experience, specializing in ESL, Language Arts, literature, and writing. Originally hailing from Pennsylvania, she finds fulfillment in tutoring due to the intimate one-on-one connection it fosters with students, a factor she deems highly advantageous for their development. With a solid educational foundation in ESL, reading fundamentals, and ACEs, Telly employs strategic methods to instill self-confidence in her students. She actively demonstrates their progress, tackling common challenges like self-frustration and burnout observed during tutoring sessions. Her classes are enjoyable, lighthearted, and filled with laughter. For Telly, the most gratifying aspect of tutoring is witnessing a student grasp a previously elusive concept. By sharing her own learning journey and embracing mistakes as integral to the learning process, she encourages students to step beyond their comfort zones. Telly asserts that JBE service stands out from the rest due to its commitment to personalization. This involves taking a genuine interest in every student's life beyond the classroom. Additionally, she meticulously records comprehensive notes on each student, documenting both their accomplishments and challenges. Regularly revisiting these notes enables her to discern patterns and offer tailored assistance, ultimately guiding students toward success.

Rharia is a highly experienced tutor from the Dominican Republic with 23 years of expertise in Math and Language Arts. Possessing two Masters Degrees in Bilingual Education and Counseling, Rharia values the personalized one-on-one approach of JBE Tutoring. Rharia’s tactics focus on building students’ self-confidence by encouraging belief in themselves. She finds fulfillment in witnessing students’ growth and appreciates JBE Tutoring for its interpersonal nature compared to traditional school-based tutoring. To help students leave their comfort zones, Rharia creates a friendly and comfortable environment. Her steps for success include assessing students, challenging them in every session, and fostering confidence. Dreaming of visiting Thailand, Rharia’s favorite dish is the Dominican “Sancocho,” and she has a passion for metaphysics, reflected in her favorite quote: “All is well, out of this situation only good will come, I am safe.” Rharia’s extensive experience, compassionate approach, and diverse interests contribute to the excellence of JBE Tutoring.

Rebecca has 11 years of experience as a College Counselor, specializing in guiding students through the college application process. She is originally from the US but has a global upbringing, so she brings a unique perspective to her role. Holding a Bachelor's in Psychology and a Master's in School Counseling, Rebecca is passionate about helping students with career exploration, academic support, and application writing. Rebecca finds fulfillment in witnessing students achieve their goals and appreciates the personalized approach at JBE Tutoring. Her sessions are tailored to individual student needs, ensuring a positive and productive experience. Beyond her tutoring role, Rebecca enjoys photography, especially capturing moments with her almost two-year-old son. She dreams of visiting Australia and completing her journey of setting foot on all seven continents.