Brian S

INSTRUCTOR PROFILE: 

I completed my undergraduate work at the Pennsylvania State University, and added 44 graduate credit hours to that. I spent several years as a middle school English/Language Arts teacher, public speaking/debate teacher, and one year as a middle school social studies teacher. In recent years, I have transitioned from a full-time classroom teacher to instructional support teacher, mindfulness coach, yoga master, and Tai Chi and KiGong instructor. Some of the mindfulness and mindful movement courses I have taken include: Brain Management Training, Dahn Master Course, Energy Healing Course, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, GwangMyung energy training, among others.

I work with both students and adults in mindfulness and mindful movements, striving for results that will quiet/cool the brain, warm/strengthen the core, and rebalance energy inside. This allows for better individual focus and provides room for more effective learning. Health and peace of mind go hand in hand with all forms of learning, including academic learning!

I look at an individual, assess where the individual is, provide a direction forward, and invite the student to move forward, building self-confidence and drive in the process. I help the student discover the key that unlocks learning and makes it adventurous, meaningful and creative. My motto: "Why not enjoy learning and make it your own?!"  (No one learns exactly like another person.)  

I love reading, writing, creating stories, engaging in public speaking, and showing others how to relax and connect inside. I love dogs and being in nature!   

I tutor individual students and small groups--with English being my area of expertise.  I love working with history, social studies, basic Spanish, elementary math, and science as well.  I offer mindfulness and related movements that quiet the brain, calm the heart, and increase focus / well-being, too.    

Testimonial:

“Brian began tutoring my son this school year. Brian is enthusiastic, highly motivated, and has excellent communication--both verbal and written--with students. He explains and demonstrates learning strategies clearly. His communication skills have inspired my son to put forth more effort in his studies, and helped him to be better organized and self-motivated. Brian is patient and ensures that all my son's work is completed. Brian always checks for knowledge, clarity, and understanding. We are fortunate to have him as a tutor, and have been very pleased with the results. My son's grades have improved, his behavior is better, and his approach to learning is stronger.“ 

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Matthew C

INSTRUCTOR PROFILE: 

I grew up in Phoenix and attended Brophy College Preparatory. I played football while earning degrees in Business and Accounting at the University of San Diego. I worked in corporate sales for over a decade prior to returning to Arizona State University for my Master’s in Education.

I have four years of classroom teaching experience in grades 5 through 9, primarily in math and science. During this time, I taught a variety of students across the learning spectrum. My students had documented success through their NWEA scores that demonstrated learning improvement throughout the year.  I recently shifted my focus toward one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction to be able to truly focus on each individual student’s learning needs. 

My core belief is that students do not care how much a teacher knows, until they know how much a teacher cares. I appreciate all students’ ability to learn and grow regardless of their challenges. I give every child the same respect I would want my children to be treated with by their teachers.

Other than being a husband and father of two children, I love to travel and get outdoors. Whether hiking, biking or on the water, it is a good day when I am outside. I have been to most states, several countries and try to hit the road whenever possible. When at home, I love to read and watch baseball with the dogs.

For Peak I offer math and science tutoring and instruction to students in grades 5 through 9. I differentiate my teaching style to meet your student’s needs. This allows them to build a learning bridge from where they are to where they want to go.

Testimonial:

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