Our Dedicated Team
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Welcome to our online tutoring service team! We are dedicated to helping students reach their academic aspirations through personalized, high-quality tutoring. With professional instruction and customized strategies, we strive to build confidence, encourage critical thinking, and ignite a passion for lifelong learning.

Test Prep: STAAR, ISEE, & SAT reading & writing coach. Specializing with grades 3-12
Mrs. Coombs
Assists students in building confident communication skills, from essay writing and evidence-based writing, focusing on clear organization and practical writing strategies so learners feel prepared and supported across all subjects. Reading comprehension, verbal reasoning, and specializes in test prep for your state's assessment (STAAR), ISEE, and SAT.

Algebra, Geometry, ISEE & SAT Prep. Specializing with grades 3-8th
Mrs. Sohail
believes that math is a solvable puzzle, and every student holds the key to the solution. With a patient, diagnostic approach, she guides students through the entire academic journey from elementary building blocks to the complexities of Algebra and Geometry. By identifying and closing foundational gaps that often go unnoticed, she prepares students for the rigors of the State Assessment Tests, ISEE and SAT while fostering the problem-solving skills and confidence they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond.

AP Physics, AP Pre-Algebra, AP Algebra 1, AP Algebra 2, AP Pre-Calculus, AP Calculus, General Science, SAT Prep (Grades 9–12)
Dr. Ahmed
offers personalized online Chemistry lessons tailored to your child's learning style and needs. By creating a supportive and encouraging environment, he helps students build confidence and deepen their understanding. Take, for example, Lucy, whose grade jumped from a C to an A after mastering stoichiometry under Dr. Ahmed's guidance. Such breakthroughs illustrate how his innovative teaching is matched by a genuine dedication to your child's success. Partner with Dr. Ahmed to unlock your child's full potential.

Spanish Language Guide
Mrs. Pastrano
Transforms Spanish from a subject an enjoyable skill with students from 3rd grade into high school. She supports students at all levels, boosting their confidence, fluency, and appreciation for the language and culture, with a focus AP Spanish courses.

Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Precalculus, Calculus and A.P. Computer Science. Grades 7-12
Mr. Van Hoven
has a diverse background, having lived and worked in Hawaii, California, and Texas. He completed high school in Hawaii and holds a B.S. in Applied Physics and an M.S. in Computer Science from California State University Channel Islands. His educational journey has equipped him with the skills necessary to cultivate grit and resilience in his coding classes. By applying principles from physics—such as problem-solving and analytical thinking—Mr. Van Hoven helps students develop the perseverance needed to tackle complex coding challenges. He has brought his expertise to Saint Bonaventure and Santa high schools, as well as California Lutheran and The Honor Roll School, teaching middle school Math and Coding. Currently, he teaches high school Math and A.P. Computer Science at Villanova Preparatory in Ojai, California. Through his teaching, Mr. Van Hoven instills a strong foundation for student growth and success.
