Atlanta Tutors

Meet some of our Atlanta tutors and staff members!

Lane Friel, President

Summa Cum Laude Graduate of Georgia Tech with B.S. in Industrial Engineering
Over 8 years of tutoring and SAT/ACT instruction

"Lane is always professional, kind, and a wonderful example and role model. She helped our son raise his ACT score by many points! Lane's time is money well spent by our family."

-Marsha Burdette, Landmark Christian School parent

Teresa Shell, Atlanta Director

teresa.shell@connectivetutoring.com

Graduate of Georgia Tech with B.S. in Civil Engineering
Over 10 years of tutoring, mentoring, and tutor development experience in all subjects and standardized tests

"Steven said Teresa was the best tutor he has ever had. Our overall experience with Connective Tutoring has been oustanding."

- Stan Tommasello, The Walker School parent

John Gortney, Senior Tutor and Area Manager

john.gortney@connectivetutoring.com

Graduate of Georgia Tech with B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and French Certificate
Over 5 years of tutoring and mentoring experience for elementary to high school students
Specializes in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics I, and Advanced French

"I think my son learned how to study by spending time with you."

-Mother of a Lakeside High School Physics student

Alan Lantz, Senior Tutor

Georgia Tech senior majoring in Industrial Engineering
Over 250 hours of tutoring experience for high school and college students
Specializes in Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Statistics, Physics I and II, Advanced Placement Exam Preparation and SAT/ACT Preparation

"Alan was here yesterday and the confidence level that my son obtained was amazing."

-Mother of a Collins Hill High School Trigonometry student

Alex Crotty, Tutor

Graduate of Georgia Tech with M.S. in Structural Engineering and B.S. in Civil Engineering
Over 100 hours of private tutoring and mentoring experience with high school and college students
Specializes in mathematics and sciences from middle school through college level including Algebras 1-3, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus 1-3, Accounting, Chemistry, Physics 1-2, and Physical Science; core engineering and advanced civil engineering courses; and SAT and ACT test preparation

"He got a 100% on the last quiz."

-Mother of a Walton High School Physics Student

Ben Albrecht, Tutor

Georgia Tech student majoring in Biochemistry and Biomedical Engineering
6 years of tutoring and mentoring experience
Specializes in Pre-Calculus, Calculus AB, Geometry, Trigonometry, Physics, Biology, Chemistry (Organic and Inorganic), Language Arts, English, Reading, Resume Building, SAT Math, and ACT Math and Science

"[My son] really liked Ben. He clearly explained concepts and he was fun!"

-Mother of a Galloway Biology and Algebra II student

Cait Meree, Tutor and SAT/ACT Instructor

Georgia Tech Master's student majoring in Polymer and Textile Engineering
Over 8 years of private tutoring experience in Math, Chemistry, SAT and ACT Test Preparation, and organizational and time management skills

"My daughter had her last tutoring session with Cait... I just wanted to tell you that she was absolutely awesome. I am so impressed with the caliber of individuals that are associated with Connective Tutoring."

-Mother of a Pope High School Chemistry student

Catherine Drew, Tutor

Georgia Tech student majoring in Mechanical Engineering
Over 6 years of private tutoring experience with elementary, middle, and high school level students
Specializes in mathematics, reading, phonics, vocabulary development, comprehension skills, organizational/study skills, and the Orton-Gillingham method of teaching

"I'm really pleased and so is my daughter. Catherine was great, and really made my daughter feel comfortable!"

-Mother of a Woodland High School Pre-Algebra student

Erica Esslinger, Senior Tutor

Graduate of Georgia State with M.A. in Education, Concentration in Social Studies; Graduate of University of Indiana with B.A. in Political Science and Minors in Spanish and Psychology
Taught at Dunwoody High School and Hopewell Middle School
Specializes in SSAT prep, all levels of History, Literature, Psychology, and Essay writing/coaching and editing

"Erica was great and [my daughter] really liked her."

-Mother of a Cliff Valley School student

Jessel Dhabliwala, Tutor and SAT/ACT Math Instructor

Graduate of Georgia Tech with B.S. in Industrial Engineering and B.S. in Management, Concentration in Finance
7 years of private tutoring experience
Specializes in all levels of Math and Science, Statistics, Language Arts, English, History, Business, Marketing, Finance, Economics, and SAT and ACT Math Sections

"[My son] scored 60 points higher than any previous times he has taken the SAT. If you ever need a referral from us, please have your future students' parents give us a call."

-Mother of a high school senior

Kathryn Folkner, Tutor

Cum Laude Graduate of Georgia Tech with B.S. in Biology and Certificates in Management and Biomedical
6 years of middle to high school tutoring and mentoring experience
Specializes in Biology, Chemistry, Physical Science, Math, Psychology, Reading, Literature, and Preparation for the SAT, PSAT, ACT, SSAT, CRCT, and MCAT

“Kathryn has been fantastic. The children love her and her coming to our home has been a huge benefit for me.”

-Mother of Woodward Academy students

Katie Umberson, Tutor

Georgia Tech student majoring in Psychology
Tutoring and mentoring since 2004 with a focus in elementary to middle school level students and children with special needs
Specializes in Psychology, SAT Verbal and Writing Sections, ACT Verbal and writing, Microsoft Office, College Application Coaching, organization skills, study skills, test taking tips, and elementary to high school levels of math and science

"Katie was great and I know my son will see the results. She is wonderful! We look forward to working with you again!"

-Mother of a Factory Shoals Middle School student

Katie Walton, Tutor

Honors Graduate of University of Georgia with Bachelor's in Business and Marketing
Specializes in advanced math instruction for middle and high school students including Algebras 1-3, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Geometry, Study and Organizational Skills, and SAT/ACT Preparation

"My son seems to really like Katie. Thanks for sending her to us!"

-Father of a Pre-Calculus Student

Kevin Hade, Tutor

Graduate of Georgia Tech with B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
Over 100 hours of tutoring and mentoring experience, specializing in middle school through college level Math and Science as well as Test Preparation for the SAT, SSAT, and Advanced Placement Exams
Also available for tutoring in high school level World History, US History, Literature, Government and Economics

"My son's grade rose from failing to a B in the time we engaged our tutor. I would recommend C.T. to anyone."

-Father of a South Cobb High School Analysis student

Lauren Spikes, Tutor

Georgia Tech student majoring in Civil Engineering
Over 200 hours of individual tutoring experience
Tutoring experience in diverse areas including Reading, English, Literature, History, Trigonometry, Chemistry, Calculus, Biology, SAT and ACT Preparation, study skills, test taking tips, and organization strategies

"We loved Lauren. She was so professional and seemed to help my son a lot. I am referring you to some friends!"

-Mother of a 7th grade Woodward Academy student

Mariel Rezende, Tutor

Georgia Tech student majoring in Mechanical Engineering
Tutoring since 2007, over 100 hours of tutoring and mentoring experience
Specializes in all levels of Math, Physics, Computer Science, Engineering, US History, Government, World History, Spanish, and SAT and ACT Test Prep

"Mariel was a great match for my daughter!"

-Father of a North Gwinnett High School Physics student

Nathaniel Rowe, Tutor

Georgia Tech student majoring in Computer Science
Over 2 years of one-on-one and peer tutoring for high school and college students
Specializes in advanced computer sciences including Python, Java, C, C++, Jython, Matlab; AP level history and language; study skills and test taking strategies; and SAT/ACT Preparation

"You have the highest caliber of tutors I've seen. My son loves working with you!"

-Mother of a Math student

Randy Goodheart, Tutor and SAT/ACT Instructor

Georgia Tech student majoring in Aerospace Engineering
Over 400 hours of tutoring experience in advanced math and physics for high school and college students
Specializes in High School and College level Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Statistics, Physics I and II, Advancement Placement Preparation and SAT/ACT Preparation

"We were very pleased with Randy's knowledge and method of tutoring. We will be saving your contact information for any future needs we may have."

-Mother of a Landmark Christian School Algebra student

Suzanne Clark, Tutor

Graduate of Georgia Tech with B.S. in Industrial Design
Full-time Design Engineer in Gwinnett County
Specializes in Mathematics, Reading, Art, Design, and Computer Applications such as PhotoShop and Illustrator

"[My son] earned the 4th highest grade in his English teacher's 3 classes... Victory!"

-Father of a Holy Innocents' 11th grade student

Travis Banks, Tutor and SAT/ACT Instructor

Georgia Tech student majoring in Chemistry
Over 150 hours of tutoring, teaching, and mentoring experience
Specializes in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Calculus, Pre-Calculus, French, World History, U.S. History, Literature, Psychology, and SAT/ACT Prep

"My son has really enjoyed working with Travis. I would like to sign up for 10 sessions."

-Father of a high school French student

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