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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. 

  • 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. 

  • 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

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.

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Our 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.

  1. Elite Academic Backgrounds: Every tutor holds at least a bachelors degree from a top-tier university.

  2. Proven Classroom Experience: We only work with educators with a track record of moving the needle for students.

  3. Personality & Cultural Fit: We interview for empathy, creativity, and the "knack" for explaining complex ideas simply.

  4. Comprehensive Safety Checks: 100% of our team is background-checked and vetted for your peace of mind.

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Learn from Mentors Who Have Been Where You Want to Go

Brianna A.

Brianna graduated from Rutgers University with a B.A. in Psychology and later earned an M.S. in Biomedical Sciences from Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine. She is currently pursuing her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) and Master of Public Health (MPH) degrees.

Brianna has gained extensive experience over the past 7 years tutoring students across grade levels, including SAT/ACT preparation, AP Biology, AP English, AP Psychology and math, science, and ELA. She also works as an MCAT tutor, helping students strengthen content knowledge, test-taking strategies, and confidence.

Her tutoring approach is highly individualized, adapting lessons to each student's learning style, strengths, and areas for growth while creating both a supportive and engaging environment where students feel comfortable asking questions. When Brianna isn't tutoring, she enjoys reading, caring for her plants, and spending time with her dog, Uzi.

Maren P.

Maren graduated from Unity College with a degree in Marine Science and works as a scientist specializing in molecular biology and genetics. She loves sharing her passion for science and helping students discover that it can be both understandable and fun.

Maren believes every student learns differently and creates a patient, encouraging environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and building confidence. She has worked with students since 2022, tutoring math, biology, and life science topics for middle school, high school, and introductory college students.

When she's not tutoring, Maren enjoys spending time outdoors, visiting museums, and reading books with her cats.

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.

Talia H.

Talia graduated from Northwestern University with a degree in English Literature and Theatre, with a focus in directing. She loves the analytical text work that lies at the core of both of these disciplines. She has tutored students in academic and application writing for the past five years, as well as in college and high school application and test preparation.

Talia believes that the best way to work is to actively involve them in their learning, so she always leads with questions and caters her work with each student to their need. This is a skill she has honed in her teaching work and her theatrical leadership work over the years. When Talia isn’t tutoring or in a rehearsal for a show, she can be found playing the piano, baking an extravagant dessert, or reading on the subway.

Savannah L.

Savannah graduated summa 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.

Savannah has been an independent tutor and tutor through both her high school and college. 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 from elementary through college since 2016 in Biology, Anatomy, Pathology, Algebra I and II, Geometry, Physics, Chemistry, social studies, and music. 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.

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.

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!

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.









Kate H.

Founder Tier

Founder & lead tutor, bio available above!

Kate Hackett has 15+ years of tutoring experience and holds a California teaching credential (#120563373). She specializes in enrichment studies for students, the ACT, ISEE/SSAT, GRE, and academic subjects like history, English, and math.

Find Your Student’s Perfect Match

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.

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Please fill out our application and if we think you'll be a good fit, we'll get in touch! Please do not call.

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