Here is a snapshot of our tutoring staff:
- All have scored at least in the 95th percentile on a company-administered or previously-taken National Standardized test like the ACT, SAT or GRE.
- All are able to cross-teach all areas of the ACT.
- Every tutor has significant previous teaching experience.
- All have completed over 30 hours of training in the latest tutoring methods.
- All have passed comprehensive fingerprinting/background check and reference checks.
- Every tutor has access to the latest proprietary test preparation materials and tutoring methods available through no other company.
- All have passed multiple interviews and instructional simulations to ensure that they are not just good on paper, but that they are able to connect with young people and teach them with creativity and passion.
- No matter your child’s unique strengths and weaknesses, we have a tutor who will be a great fit.
Compare to our competition:
- Studypoint requires 90th percentile minimal scores and only provides 10-12 hours of virtual training. (http://www.studypoint.com/about/tutor-application.php, http://www.actstudent.org/scores/norms1.html, http://www.studypoint.com/act-tutoring/)
- Huntington requires that tutors be “familiar with the ACT or SAT, as well as standardized testing in the broader sense” and does not require previous teaching experience. (https://huntingtonhelps.com/careers)
- Princeton Review requires only 87th percentile scores and does not require previous teaching experience. (https://www1.apply2jobs.com/PrincetonReview/HVExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mHvexternal.showPositionDetails&PID=7&sid=20)
Meet Our Tutors
Allow our operations team to match you with your ideal tutor. We will use your registration information to make the best match based on your academic strengths and weaknesses, your schedule, and your location–the more detailed information you provide, the better we can meet your needs. Not all tutors are available on all days or at all locations. Tutor introductions are meant to give you a glimpse into the teaching style of each tutor and are not all inclusive of their merits. Suffice it to say that company owners Brian and Caitlin Stewart would be 100% comfortable with their own children working with any of these outstanding educators.
Michal
Michal is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Capital University. Michal is also our in-house college admissions counselor, having completed graduate work in college admissions at UCLA. Michal’s outstanding abilities to craft engaging lessons and break down concepts step-by-step earned her the faculty award for the best Capital senior in the field of adolescent education. Michal has worked with hundreds of students in a variety of settings, from the AP World History classrooms of Central Ohio to the English-language learning classrooms of Thessaloniki, Greece.
Special areas of interest: ACT tutoring, SAT tutoring, writing tutoring, AP History tutoring, AP Language tutoring, AP Literature tutoring, college admissions help, college scholarship search, and college essay help.
~T.C.M.
“Michal has been enthusiastic in engaging students to be active thinkers. She is an intelligent, articulate, mature, and genuine individual. I firmly believe that her talents will lead to many positive encounters [with students].”~S.G.
Doug
Doug is an experienced educator who teaches philosophy at several area colleges. He has a background in mechanical engineering and also holds two masters degrees. Doug impressively earned a perfect score on both the writing and math sections of the GRE. He takes a calm, measured approach to teaching, making all students feel secure, and delivers even the most difficult academic material in an accessible way.
Special areas of interest: ACT tutoring; math tutoring; AP Calculus tutoring; AP Statistics tutoring; GRE tutoring; SAT Tutoring; chemistry, physics, and science tutoring.
~Ohio University Student
“Really enjoyed the class. [Doug] was always willing to help and answer questions if we had any. Would recommend him to future students.”~Zane State Student
Hannah
Hannah is a school-based occupational therapist. Hannah developed many of our original free test preparation resources, and worked with Brian to develop original material for Barron’s ACT® and other books. Hannah has a Masters in Occupational Therapy from The Ohio State University and was graduated summa cum laude from Capital University. Hannah enjoys meeting the educational needs of students, no matter their starting point.
Special areas of interest: ACT tutoring, SAT tutoring, students with special needs, writing tutoring, college essay tutoring.
~D.S.
“Hannah is an enthusiastic leader in an instructional setting. She has the critical thinking ability and interpersonal skills to get to the heart of how students are thinking, minimizing their anxiety and optimizing their analytical talent.”~M.H.
Durshil
Durshil is a winner of the Provost Scholarship at Ohio State University where he maintains a 4.0 GPA in Biomedical Sciences and studies the biology of concussions. In addition to his tutoring work with BWS, Durshil has refined his presentation skills in activities like leading OSU campus tours, working for several years at COSI, and assisting patients at the James Hospital. Durshil uses his ingenuity to provide tailored explanations to ensure that students understand the concepts they find challenging.
Special areas of interest: ACT tutoring; SAT tutoring; math tutoring; science tutoring.
“Durshil is an extremely personable person who works hard to connect with others and brings out the best in them.”“
~P.K.
“Durshil exhibits responsibility, maturity, and helpfulness.”
~G.J
Katie
Katie is a recipient of the Maximus scholarship award the Ohio State University where she studies environmental engineering. Katie has a passion for scientific research, studying topics ranging from nanochip diagnosis of pancreatic cancer to the effect of yeast incubation temperature on cell adhesion. Katie enjoys working with a wide range of learners seeking to master challenging difficult subjects, whether it’s advanced math and science or patiently help new swimmers overcome their fears.
Special areas of interest: ACT tutoring, SAT tutoring, math tutoring, calculus tutoring, science tutoring, biology tutoring, chemistry tutoring, physics tutoring.
“Katie uniquely combines both a mastery of the material and an ability to break down challenging subjects for anxious students.”“
~E.G.
“I was impressed with Katie’s calm demeanor—tough subjects do not get her flustered and this confidence carries through into her explanations.”
~A.S.
Eliza
Eliza has a background in pharmaceutical sciences from The Ohio State University. When she is not tutoring, she administers a competitive chemistry nonprofit with over 6,000 international participants. Eliza has a deep passion for learning, having taught herself a wide variety of subjects; this enthusiasm for breaking down challenging subjects carries over to her student instruction.
Special areas of interest: ACT tutoring, SAT tutoring, algebra tutoring, geometry tutoring, calculus tutoring, statistics tutoring, English tutoring, chemistry tutoring, biology tutoring, physics tutoring.
“She is prompt, courteous, and extra hard working. Not to mention, very intelligent.““
~B.L.
“Eliza is wonderful at asking deep and probing questions to assess student understanding.”
~B.W.
Jope
Jope brings a positive mindset to all of his student interactions, helping students overcome their challenges and bolster their confidence. Jope enjoys working with students on SAT and ACT prep as well as academic tutoring—he is trilingual (English, Portuguese, and German) and can instruct most any Advanced Placement coursework. Jope will be studying Electrical Engineering at the Ohio State University; despite his technical knowhow, he effortlessly makes complex concepts understandable.
Special areas of interest: ACT tutoring, SAT tutoring, algebra tutoring, geometry tutoring, calculus tutoring, AP tutoring, chemistry tutoring, biology tutoring, physics tutoring.
“Jope is one of the most charismatic and helpful people I’ve ever met. He combines this with a brilliant understanding to help his students perform at their best.““
~D.W.
“Jope is one of the most dedicated and hard working people I know. He always brings a positive attitude and puts 100% of his effort into everything he does.”
~K.S.
Tripp
Tripp brings a background in biomedical engineering and creative writing to reach students in an interdisciplinary fashion. Completing collegiate work at both Oxford University and The Ohio State University, Tripp has received many academic accolades, including being named a National Buckeye Scholar. Tripp has great interpersonal skills with a wide variety of young learners, having extensive tutoring and camp counseling experience prior to his time with BWS.
Special areas of interest: ACT tutoring, SAT tutoring, algebra tutoring, geometry tutoring, calculus tutoring, English tutoring, history tutoring, chemistry tutoring, biology tutoring, physics tutoring.
“Tripp is fantastic at teaching topics that are harder to understand.““
~S.L.
“Tripp is great at explaining hard subjects in simple ways, while helping promote a positive attitude towards test taking.”
~E.T.