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Our Team
We don't just hire subject experts. We find educators who connect, inspire, and deliver.
The "Anti-Tutor Mill" Philosophy (The Difference)
Most tutoring companies are "tutor mills"—they prioritize volume over value. At Kate’s Tutoring, we take the opposite approach. We believe that personality fit is just as important as a perfect test score.
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Custom Matchmaking: We don't just assign a tutor based on a schedule. We match based on your student’s learning style, temperament, and goals.
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Mentorship, Not Just Instruction: Our tutors aren't just explaining formulas; they are teaching students how to learn, helping them overcome anxiety and build lifelong confidence.
About Kate's Experience
Kate knows what it looks like when a kid gets stuck.
For the last fifteen years, she has worked with bright, overwhelmed students who are capable of more but stuck in cycles of stress, inconsistency, or low confidence. And she's watched those students transform. Her job isn’t just to raise grades or test scores (though she does that quickly): it’s to change how students approach learning so they become independent, capable, and actually confident in their abilities.
Kate graduated with honors from an elite school in Maryland in just three years and then did it again, graduating cum laude from Boston University in just three years with a Bachelors in History and an academic scholarship.
In addition to thousands of hours of one-on-one work, Kate brings experience from both elite private and public school classrooms, as well as leading test prep companies. She holds a California teaching credential (CTC #120563373) and is a member of the American Tutor Association. She specializes in the SAT, ACT, ISEE/SSAT test prep, the GRE, as well as a bevy of academic subjects - especially history, English, and math. Whether a student is trying to catch up, keep up, or pull ahead, her approach is tailored to the way they actually think and learn.
In 2012, after years inside large tutoring and test prep companies, Kate saw firsthand how “one-size-fits-all” programs consistently missed the mark. She founded Kate’s Tutoring to do the opposite: build individualized, high-touch programs designed around each student.
Her background in the performing arts shapes her teaching style in a way students immediately feel. Sessions are engaging, dynamic, and highly interactive, designed not just to explain material but to help students think critically and solve problems on their own. The result is a rare combination: sessions students don’t hate and measurable academic progress.
When she's not teaching, Ms. Hackett lives with the best dog in the world (sorry other dogs), two cats, and sometimes foster kittens. She enjoys hiking, camping, swimming, reading, and writing. Her sessions are conducted primarily online, allowing her to work with students wherever they are.
Kate Hackett
Our "Gold Standard" Vetting Process
We do the heavy lifting of vetting so you don’t have to. Every member of our team has passed a rigorous evaluation process that less than 5% of applicants complete.
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Elite Academic Backgrounds: Every tutor holds at least a bachelors degree from a top-tier university.
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Proven Classroom Experience: We only work with educators with a track record of moving the needle for students.
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Personality & Cultural Fit: We interview for empathy, creativity, and the "knack" for explaining complex ideas simply.
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Comprehensive Safety Checks: 100% of our team is background-checked and vetted for your peace of mind.
Annie B.
Elite Tier
Annie holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. With over ten years of professional tutoring experience, she specializes in middle and high school mathematics, including Algebra and Calculus. Annie has also successfully helped students improve their ACT and SAT scores, ensuring they reach their targeted results. She is also one of our GRE tutors. Her tutoring philosophy centers on student engagement and personalized support, believing that every student can excel in math with the right tools and encouragement. She also holds a masters degree.
Katie M.
Katie is an Atlanta native currently residing in Idaho. She holds a Master of Public Health degree and has completed over four years of doctoral studies at Georgia State University, in addition to a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology and Cellular Biology from Georgia Gwinnett College. As a published author of numerous scientific journal articles, Katie has collaborated with esteemed institutions throughout her career. With over 12 years of professional tutoring experience, she specializes in STEM subjects, ISEE/SSAT/ACT/SAT/ACCUPLACER/GRE/GED test prep, AP classes, college admissions, college and career mentoring, essay preparation and editing, and English/ESL. Katie’s teaching philosophy focuses on building meaningful relationships with students, tailoring instruction to their individual needs, and fostering their holistic development through confidence-building and mental health support.
Amber P.
Amber holds an M.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies: Human and Natural Sciences from Texas Tech University. She has completed teacher training, earned various subject certifications, and currently works as a substitute teacher and speech and theater instructor. Her tutoring focuses on environmental science and English language arts, with additional experience in sciences, histories, math, and foreign languages. Amber's student-centered approach tailors lessons to individual motivations, using PPP (Presentation, Practice, Production) and ESA (Engage, Study, Activate) structures, along with Socratic questioning. Since 2018, she has primarily tutored university-level environmental science, geography, and geology. She is TEFL-certified and teaches SAT/ACT strategies. In her free time, Amber enjoys playing guitar, singing at local venues, reading with tea, and caring for her plants.
Learn from Mentors Who Have Been Where You Want to Go
Stephanie S.
Stephanie graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh with degrees in Civil Engineering and Psychology. She went on to earn her teaching certification in high school mathematics at Missouri Baptist University. She specializes in guiding students through solving problems themselves to make the most of their learning experience. Stephanie has been working with students since 2010 when she tutored student-athletes at the University of Pittsburgh. She has taught and tutored every level of middle and high school mathematics. She also teaches the SAT and ACT and sciences. When Stephanie isn't tutoring you can find her reading a good book, sewing or spending time with her kids.
Savannah L.
Savannah Langenbach graduated sum cum laude from Thomas Jefferson University with a degree in Pre-Medical Studies. She is currently a second-year medical student at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. She also has an International Baccalaureate Diploma and Honors Regents diploma. She has been an independent tutor and tutor through both her high school and college, Port Chester High School and Thomas Jefferson University. Her tutoring approach focuses on making learning interactive and relatable, so students feel confident exploring new ideas. She uses guided questioning and real-world examples to help students reach a clear understanding of the material and develop strong problem-solving skills. Savannah has been working with students since 2016, tutoring in subjects from Biology, Anatomy, Pathology, Algebra I and II, Geometry, Physics, Chemistry, social studies, and music. She has tutored from elementary to college level and teaches test prep. Additionally, Savannah has taught MCAT students on understanding content material and IB students with completing their IAs and essays in order to complete the diploma. When Savannah isn't tutoring, she can be found reading, listening to music, or dancing.
Sadie F.
Sadie graduated from summa cum laude Northwestern University. Sadie's teaching experience ranges from private lessons with students aged 6-18 to groups of middle and high school students with class sizes up to 30. With her background in the arts as well as in rigorous academics, Sadie knows how much a creative approach can bring out enthusiasm in tough subjects, and she loves to bring games, joy, and fun into her tutoring. Sadie's primary experience is in AP English and Writing (including college essay writing), middle and high school math, history, and French. She is also certified to teach the ISEE/SSAT and SAT/ACT prep. She loves working together on test taking strategies. She has been working with students since 2021, teaching in elementary, middle, and high school levels and when she isn't tutoring, Sadie can be found playing her saxophone or reading a great fantasy novel!
Why Tutors Join Us
Professionals choose to tutor with Kate's Tutoring because they want an agency that supports them throughout their journey. We celebrate their wins with them and encourage their growth in and out of the classroom. Unlike many of the large "tutor mill" companies, Kate's Tutoring offers competitive rates in line with our tutors' education and experience. We are careful to hire selectively so tutors are not competing with thousands of others and we believe in our team. Kate's Tutoring believes in an equitable workplace and fair compensation for the hard work our tutors do.