Meet The Strategists
At Strategy Tutoring, we create a plan based on you. We don’t have a one-size-fits-all approach to standardized testing or subject-based tutoring. We use tried and true methods to help you understand and master the material. Our staff of enthusiastic, supportive tutors work hard to get you real results. Ready to meet our tutors?
Alana W.
Education: Duke University
Study Zone: Alana is passionate about addressing educational inequity and aspires to become a lawyer. At Duke University, her studies focus on education, psychology, and law—subjects that are integral to understanding and addressing systemic challenges in education. Alana's goal is to use her legal education to advocate for equitable educational opportunities.
Proud Moments: A highlight of Alana's journey was appearing on the Kelly Clarkson Show to discuss her literacy charity. This initiative, which donates books to children in underserved communities, combines her love for reading with her commitment to social justice. It has been a fulfilling way for Alana to address literacy gaps and empower young learners.
Teaching Favorites: Alana enjoys tutoring math and English, with a particular passion for helping students with their essays. Guiding them through the process, from brainstorming to final edits, is incredibly rewarding for her. For Alana, it's not just about improving writing skills but also about empowering students to express their unique ideas and perspectives.
Subjects Tutored: ACT, SAT, College Essays and Algebra 1 - Pre Calc
Karis S.
Education: Davidson College
Study Zone: Karis studied Hispanic Studies at Davidson College, driven by a longstanding interest in language, history, and culture. Since graduating in 2018, Karis has dedicated time to teaching students of various ages, helping them achieve their language goals. With experience teaching both privately online and in private school settings, Karis emphasizes holistic learning and skill-building to promote long-term success.
Superpower: Karis's superpower, aside from exceptional teaching, has always been relationship building. Karis takes pride in the strong connections developed with students and their families over the years. Most of the students Karis works with continue learning under her guidance for years, celebrating their successes together and navigating challenging classes and concepts with support and encouragement.
Teaching Favorites: Karis has been teaching Spanish for the longest time but has recently expanded her expertise to include teaching ELA subjects as well.
Subjects Tutored: Spanish Literacy & Communication, ELA, and College Essays
Julianna H.
Education: Stanford
Study Zone: From an early age, Julianna has been drawn to Math and Physics, and her ballet career seemed like a completely distinct aspect of her identity. However, deeply intrigued to explore the relationship between these two disciplines further, she seeks cross-curricular parallels between her math problem sets and daily ballet classes. She loves cultivating the harmonious fusion of her academic pursuits and artistic endeavors, and she continues to be awestruck by the mathematical and scientific discoveries she unearths in every plié, tendu, and jeté.
Superpower: Although Julianna is a teacher at heart (her first word was “book”) she also recognizes the value of maintaining her inner student. Eager to expand the bounds of her comfort zone, she constantly learns from her students, and captivates them with her unwavering curiosity and enthusiastic love for learning. Mentoring others with passion and kindness, Julianna brings her infectious joy for educating others to every tutoring session.
Teaching Favorites: Julianna is most proud of her entrepreneurial spirit. At 10 years old, Julianna launched her own sewing business. She now designs, sews, and sells custom professional ballet tutus and dancewear for performers across the country. Recently, she made two costumes for professional dancers in a gala performance – in only 48 hours! She feels immense pride every time she sees her handmade creations being worn by other dancers; she knows her intentionally crafted garments and attention to comfort and detail means dancers will look – and, more importantly, feel – prepared and confident onstage.
Subjects Tutored: SAT, ACT, Algebra I - Calculus BC