Danny grew up in New York City and attended Hunter College High School. He graduated with departmental honors from Boston College with a dual B.A. in Film and English. Danny started tutoring on a volunteer basis in high school, assisting elementary and middle school students during the summer with upcoming math and English curricula. He has worked with students of all ages in a variety of disciplines throughout Boston and New York City. Danny takes a holistic approach to tutoring, and he emphasizes building a foundation of good habits for lifelong learning. Danny tutors for the SAT, ACT, ISEE, SSAT and SHSAT.

Stephen grew up in Fairfield, Connecticut and received a B.A. with honors from Wesleyan University’s elite College of Letters program, where he specialized in history and literature. At Wesleyan, he was twice the recipient of the Herbert Lee Connelly Prize in non-fiction writing. After college, Stephen founded The Assembly, an award-winning theater company based in Brooklyn for which he serves as Co-Artistic Director. Stephen also holds an MFA from Brooklyn College, where he was awarded two Himan Brown Prizes for Fiction Writing and the Ross Feld Writing Award.  He is currently an adjunct professor of English at Brooklyn College. Stephen tutors students in Latin, for the History, Literature and Latin SAT2 exams, and for all sections of the ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, SAT and ACT.

Ben received his B.A. in English from Princeton University, where he was awarded the Alan Downer Thesis Prize for his senior independent work on James Joyce and Tom Stoppard, as well as the Director’s Prize for his outstanding contributions to Princeton’s theater community. He was valedictorian of his class at Rockbridge County High School, and was honored with a Writer’s Eye Award from the University of Virginia and a Scholastic Writing Award at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Ben helps students with organizational work and study skills. Ben also tutors in English, history, and math, and prepares students for a variety of standardized tests, including all sections of the SAT, ACT and GRE, as well as the SSAT, SHSAT and ISEE tests.

Adrienne graduated with departmental honors from Northwestern University, and went on to pursue a Masters degree in American literature at Yale University. Adrienne completed a one-year fellowship at Oxford, and also holds a second Masters degree in Education from Columbia University Teachers College. She has published commentary on corporate social responsibility and articles in numerous literary journals and magazines, and is currently editing a collection of short stories. A Los Angeles native, Adrienne has many years of private tutoring experience. Adrienne is also a freelance editor, web content producer, and, most recently, assistant to the Deputy Editor at The New Yorker Magazine. She specializes in essay writing, study skills and organizational support, practical rhetoric and French, as well as test prep for the ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, SAT, ACT, and GRE exams.

Diana received a B.A. in Economics and Hispanic studies from Columbia and an M.S.Ed in secondary math education from Lehman College. She grew up in New York City and attended Chapin and Bronx Science. She began teaching through Teach for America and is currently in her 9th year of teaching middle school math. She was awarded a Master Teacher fellowship through Math for America. Diana tutors all sections of the ACT, ISEE, SSAT and SHSAT.

Melissa graduated from Yale with a degree in American Studies. She taught English as a TFA Corps Member in Brooklyn, while also earning her Masters in Teaching from Relay Graduate School of Education. Melissa tutors all sections of the SAT, ACT, ISEE, SSAT and SHSAT, and for the Subject Tests in US and World History.

Erin grew up in San Diego and graduated magna cum laude from Yale University, with degrees in English and Theater Studies. She received her M.A. in Shakespeare Studies from King's College, London, where she wrote her dissertation on gender and the law in the plays of Shakespeare and Webster. Erin is an actor and costume designer, and co-founded the Brooklyn-based Old Hat Theatre Company. She is a warm and supportive tutor with years of experience working with students in New York, Connecticut and London. She specializes in preparing students for the SAT and ACT, as well as the SAT Subject Tests in Literature, U.S. and World History.

Michelle grew up in Westchester, NY, and graduated magna cum laude from Yale University with a degree in Political Science. She received her M.A. from the Laban Dance Conservatory in London. As a PhD Candidate at Brown University she focuses on the theatricality of immigration law. Michelle is an engaged and empathetic tutor with years of experience as an educator at the middle school, high school, and university levels. She specializes in preparing students for all sections of the ACT and SAT, as well as the Literature, History, and Spanish Subject Tests and APs.

Ravi attended Phillips Exeter Academy where he was captain of the math team. He received a B.S. in Mathematics and Political Science at MIT, with a minor in Physics. Ravi started teaching Math Counts in high school and later taught competitive math enrichment classes and summer camps in Boston and the Bay Area. He's developed curriculum for high school physics textbooks, and tutors all levels of Math and Physics.

Brian grew up in Los Angeles and attended Columbia University, where he earned a B.A. in English and an M.F.A. in Creative Writing. In addition to tutoring privately in a wide array of subjects, he has taught composition at Columbia and currently teaches English at Brooklyn Friends School. Brian tutors writing and for all sections of the SAT and ACT.

Tommy attended Yale University where he graduated with distinction as a Theatre Studies major. He also studied English and Russian Literature and won the Metcalfe Prize in Theater Studies for his senior essay. Tommy specializes in prep for all sections of the SAT, ACT, ISEE, SHSAT, TACHS, and SSAT exams. He is passionate about working with students of all ages and learning profiles, helping increase test scores, teaching good study practices, and making what can normally be a stressful process something fun, stimulating, and invigorating. Tommy has a vast amount of experience in test prep tutoring from the humanities to high level high school math. He has performed in theater productions nationwide and has a band, The Lobbyists, in which he sings and plays guitar.

Kim attended Detroit Country Day School on an academic scholarship, and, as a National Merit Finalist, won the full-tuition Paschal Carter scholarship to attend Denison University. At Denison, Kim completed her BA in cinema and theater in three years while receiving several creative writing awards and theater scholarships. She went on to receive her MFA in playwriting from Brooklyn College, where she won the prestigious Himan Brown Award. Before coming to Bespoke, Kim worked with test-prep students throughout New York City, served as a consultant on admissions essays, and taught English at Brooklyn College. She specializes in SAT, ACT, ISEE, SSAT and SHSAT preparation, along with math, history and literature Subject Tests and APs.

Sean earned an MA in English Education from Columbia University Teachers College, an MFA from New York University, and an MA in English Renaissance Literature from the University of Alabama. He taught for seven years in the New York City public schools as an English teacher and literacy specialist, and has taught English as a second language abroad in West Africa through the Peace Corps. He tutors history, writing and reading, and for all sections of the ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, ACT and SAT.

Ryan is a native New Yorker who went to Fieldston for middle and high school. He holds a B.A in English from Dartmouth College. In addition to tutoring privately in a wide array of subjects, he has taught test prep courses, led college counseling seminars, and held mentorship positions in New York public and charter schools. When he is not tutoring, Ryan works in the music industry as a songwriter, performer and producer. His particular tutoring specialties and interests include the ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, SAT/ACT (all areas), and Math and Literature Subject Tests, as well as English, algebra I & II, trigonometry and geometry.

Robert holds degrees in Physics and Education from The University of Rochester and San Francisco State University and has completed advanced coursework at Columbia and UC Berkeley. Robert has been a physics teacher at Scarsdale High School for many years, and has instructed all levels of physics from non-Regents to Advanced Placement. Robert tutors for all levels of physics including for the AP and Subject Test, and for algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.

Kelly is an Adjunct Lecturer in the Biology Department of Brooklyn College, and is pursuing a Ph.D in Molecular Biology from CUNY. She did her undergraduate work at UMass Boston. After graduation, she worked with the Department of Systems Biology at Harvard Medical School as a research technician. Prior to her graduate studies, Kelly provided in-home educational services to children along the autism spectrum, and as a result, she has learned to adapt science lessons to a variety of learning styles. Kelly tutors Biology, the Biology SAT Subject Test, and AP Biology. Outside of teaching and research, Kelly spends her time running and painting.

Raised between Michigan and Texas, Andrew attended the University of Minnesota, graduating with honors and receiving degrees in both Physics and Astrophysics. Andrew is a doctoral candidate in Astronomy at Columbia University, where he studies the formation of galaxies using high-performance computers. He conducts his research in association with the American Museum of Natural History. Andrew tutors all levels of physics and mathematics. In his free time, Andrew writes for an Astronomy blog, Astrobites, and he enjoys rock climbing both indoors and out.

Bobby was born and raised in Hawaii, where he attended Punahou High School. Bobby received his B.A. in Theater Studies from Yale College. During his time at Yale, Bobby tutored Yale undergraduates in microeconomics and also received two prestigious Light Fellowship awards to study abroad in Japan. As an actor, Bobby has performed in numerous films, national commercials, and world premier theatrical productions. Over the years, he has tutored students in a variety of different subjects and settings, from working with LD children in Hawaii to coaching New Haven fifth-graders in reading and math. Bobby has years of experience teaching test preparation throughout New York City. He is a passionate and patient tutor who specializes in Economics, SAT I, ACT, ISEE, SSAT, and SAT II preparation.

Lizzie graduated Magna Cum Laude from Williams College with a BA in Comparative Literature and Latin Language. Lizzie has taught Shakespeare to high school students in India, studied French at the Institut International d’Études Françaises in Strasbourg, and worked as a journalist and women’s health activist in Manila. Lizzie tutors writing, history, Latin and all sections of the ISEE, SSAT and SHSAT.

Quinn was born and raised in Hawaii, and attended Punahou School. In high school, he obtained perfect scores on both the Subject Tests and AP Exams for Chemistry and Math. While in Hawaii he was a competitive sailor, regularly racing all sizes of boats in local and national regattas. He graduated from Williams College with a BA in Theatre. At Williams, he received the Hubbard Hutchinson Memorial Fellowship for excellence in artistic pursuit. Quinn tutors for the Subject Tests in Chemistry and Math and for all sections of the ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, SAT and ACT.

Robert holds Bachelors and Masters Degrees in history, a Masters in Education from Columbia University Teachers College, and an Ed.D. in counseling psychology from Columbia University. Robert is a talented, long-time educator and administrator: the former head of the History Department and Director of Academic Affairs at Riverdale Country School, where he taught for over twenty years and was a member of the faculty team that created Introduction to Liberal Studies (ILS); Upper School Principal at Ranney School; Education Director of The Huntington Learning Center New York City; and, Curriculum Coordinator at Brooklyn Friends School. Robert has worked with students from a diversity of backgrounds and tutors in a wide variety of areas including writing, AP History (US, European, and World), SAT I and II (History), SSAT, ISEE, SHSAT, and ACT exams.

Hanson was a Teacher Assistant and a tutor at the University of Massachusetts, where he received a Masters degree in Physics and a Masters degree in Engineering. He later worked as a software developer and a computer programmer for several high-tech companies. Eventually, Hanson decided to pursue an old passion of his; he moved to New York City to become a writer and graduated from the New School with an M.F.A. in Creative Writing. Hanson is currently working on his second novel. He tutors students in Arabic, the Literature Subject Test, all levels of math and physics, and for all sections of the ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, SAT and ACT. Hanson is also a fierce chess player who practices Yoga and meditation daily.

Tom grew up in New York and attended Fieldston from kindergarten through twelfth grade. He received his B.A. in English from Pomona College with a minor in Media Studies. Tom received his MFA from Brooklyn College where he is currently teaching writing as an adjunct professor. He has written several books for children and adults, and his published writing can be found in print and online. He specializes in tutoring the ACT, SAT, ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, the World, US History, and Literature Subject Tests, as well as high school and college writing.

Rey was born and raised in New York City and attended Bronx High School of Science. After graduating with a B.S in Environmental Science from Antioch College, Rey received an M. Ed. in Secondary Science Education from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Rey has taught high school chemistry for over fifteen years, including at LaGuardia High School for the last ten. Rey was awarded a Master Teacher fellowship with the first cohort of science teachers by Math for America. Rey tutors all levels of chemistry.

Ethan grew up in New York City and graduated with honors from Hunter College High School. He graduated Magna cum Laude from Northwestern University, where he majored in English and Creative Writing. At Northwestern, he was a recipient of the Marion Meyer Bergin and J.G. Nolan Fellowships for academic excellence. Ethan began tutoring in high school and spent several years teaching English and International Relations in Hong Kong, and currently teaches Creative Writing at Queens College. He has worked with students of all ages, and stresses the importance of setting good habits to achieve consistent progress. Ethan is one of Bespoke's US and World History AP and Subject Test experts, and tutors for all sections of the ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, SAT, ACT, and GRE.

Sonja is a native New Yorker who went to The Taft School. She graduated from Smith College on the Dean's List with a B.A. in Spanish literature. She holds an M.S. Ed. and is an MFA candidate at City College. Sonja has over 10 years' experience teaching Spanish in the U.S. and teaching English in China and the Dominican Republic. She tutors all sections of the ISEE, SSAT, and SHSAT.

Michael graduated cum laude from Boston College with a degree in Economics. He has been published in several academic journals for his work correlating prostate cancer treatments and patient survival. During medical school at NJMS, he was recognized for his research in chronic myelogenous leukemia. He has tutored for over 12 years in a wide variety of subjects including math, sociology, economics, physics, chemistry, biology, writing, and all varieties of test prep. Michael tutors for all sections of the SAT, ACT, SSAT, ISEE and SHSAT.

Simon graduated magna cum laude from Brown University with a degree in history after attending Princeton Day School in Princeton, NJ. While at Brown, Simon took a significant number of courses in math and science and tutored Rhode Island high school students in all levels of math, physics and history helping his students prepare for a wide range of AP and SAT II exams. He also worked as an instructor at Brown University's summer programs for high school students, teaching courses on environmental science and international relations. He is an experienced outdoor educator who guides rock climbing and backpacking trips, and has conducted original research in both colonial American history and biology. Simon currently tutors for the SAT/ACT, ISEE/SSAT/SHSAT, all levels of US/World History, Literature, Math and Physics, and helps students with organizational work and study skills.

Connor grew up in Virginia, attended high school in Baltimore, and graduated from Yale University with a dual degree in Political Science and Theater. After 4 years suffering through New England winters, Connor relocated to sunny Los Angeles, where he wrote humor and lifestyle pieces. He has been a highly sought-after SAT/ACT tutor in both Beverly Hills and now, in New York. He has also worked with students all over the country on their college admissions essays to elite institutions. Connor teaches the SAT, ACT, SSAT, and ISEE, and he specializes in college admissions essay prep.

David earned a BA in History from Harvard College, a Masters in History from the University of Heidelberg, and a PhD in European History from Harvard University. He has taught European and World History at Harvard College, the Colorado School of Mines, and Dowling College. At Harvard he was also a residential and academic adviser to first-year students for nearly a decade. David encourages students to understand the big patterns, themes, and turning points of history. David tutors for all sections of the ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, SAT and ACT, and is one of Bespoke’s US and World History AP and Subject Test experts.

Sarah graduated from Smith College with degrees in Comparative Literature and Spanish. She also holds a Masters from Columbia University Teachers College. Sarah is the Dean of the 12th grade at Saint Ann's School and just celebrated her 10th year in the classroom. Sarah is an enthusiastic tutor in English and Spanish, and for all sections of the SAT, ACT, ISEE, SSAT, and SHSAT exams.

Maureen holds a BS in Chemistry from the College of New Jersey. After graduation, she joined Teach For America and taught middle school and high school general science, earth science, and chemistry and served as her school’s science department chair. While teaching, she received her Masters of Arts in Teaching at American University. Maureen earned her Master of Science in Genetic Counseling at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, and now works as a research genetic counselor at Columbia University Medical Center. She tutors all levels of chemistry and biology, and for all sections of the ISEE, SSAT, and SHSAT.

Claire Neumann graduated magna cum laude from Northwestern with a Major in Communications and a Minor in Psychology. Claire is currently pursuing an advanced degree in Social Work at NYU. She launched an arts residency program for fifth graders in a Bronx public school and established a debate program using theater games and creative drama techniques for an elementary school in Park Slope. Claire tutors essay writing and language arts, and for the Biology Subject Test.

Alexandra attended Wellesley College, where she obtained a B.A. in Cognitive and Linguistic Sciences. Her independent research has focused on bilingualism, language acquisition and language learning methodology. Alexandra tutors algebra, geometry, creative writing, Spanish and all levels of the SSAT, ISEE and SHSAT.

A summa cum laude graduate from Vanderbilt University, Katie earned her BA in Psychology with Honors. Katie first began tutoring high school Physics while enrolled at The Taft School, a preparatory boarding school in Connecticut. She graduated from the post-baccalaureate premedical program at Columbia University with a merit-based scholarship, and earned a student service award for co-creating a learning community in which she led bi-weekly study groups in Biology and Chemistry. Following graduation from Columbia, Katie was employed by the University as a student coach, and facilitated group discussions relating to time management and study strategies. Katie tutors high school math, all levels of Biology and Chemistry, and for all sections of the ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, ACT and SAT.

Neil graduated summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Delaware, where he studied Anthropology and minored in Theatre Performance. At UD, he worked as a Teaching Assistant for the Anthropology Department. Originally from San Antonio, he has taught at the PREP program in Texas, a science and math summer camp which teaches middle and high school students topics fundamental to careers in engineering and math. As an actor, he has performed in regional theaters in the Berkshires, Delaware, and San Antonio. Neil tutors for all sections of the SAT and ACT, and all levels of math.

Ida graduated from Wellesley College magna cum laude with a dual degree in English and Sociology, and received both her M.A. (English and American Literature) and Ph.D. (American Literature) from Boston University. She has delivered papers at scholarly conferences both nationally and internationally, and has had critical work published by Oxford University Press and Leviathan. In addition to her ten years of experience teaching writing and English courses in a university setting, Ida has worked for six years as the Writing Elective Director and college counselor for high school students with the Great Books Summer Program at Amherst College and Stanford University. Since moving to New York in 2011, Ida has worked as a college essay specialist, test prep counselor, and academic tutor for middle and high school students. Ida’s specialties and interests include academic tutoring in literature, English, writing, and history, as well as preparing students for the SAT, ACT, ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, and Literature and History APs and Subject Tests.

Graham holds a B.A. Honors in Physics from Harvard College, an MSc in Economics from the London School of Economics, and is currently working on his PhD in English and Comparative Literature at Columbia University. He is a New York native and attended Stuyvesant High School. Graham has worked as a management consultant for both American Express and Morgan Stanley and as a professional actor on Broadway. He scored in the 99th percentile on the GMAT and GRE exams and tutors physics, economics, statistics, and mathematics to any level in addition to the GMAT, GRE, SAT I, ACT, and SAT II exams.

Begonia grew up in Madrid and received a combined degree in law and business from the Universidad Pontificia de Comillas. She earned an M.B.A. from Fordham University and worked in international finance in New York for 10 years. Begonia has received teacher training at NYU Steinhardt, Instituto Cervantes, and Alliance Française. She has tutored French and Spanish to students of all ages and has taught French and Spanish at an Upper East Side independent school. Begonia tutors all levels of French and Spanish as well as for the SAT Subject Tests and AP tests. Begonia enjoys foreign movies, French contemporary literature, and skiing in the winter.

Peter has been an educator in New York City for over twenty years, having taught high school English and social studies in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Raised in New Mexico, Peter attended Albuquerque Academy. He graduated from Princeton University with a degree in History. Peter also holds a Master of English degree with a concentration in creative writing from the University of New Mexico. The past four years, he has concentrated on preparing students at Brooklyn Technical High School for the A.P. U.S. Government and Politics exam. Fluent in Spanish and passionate about language and history, Peter has been involved in theater, documentary films, and many literary pursuits. Peter prepares students for the U.S. History Subject Test as well as the ACT.

Greg graduated from Yale University with degrees in Music and Theater Studies, and he won the Alfred Bildner Prize for Achievement in Spanish. While at Yale, he served as musical director for the singing group Shades, producing its acclaimed studio album Sankofa. He subsequently moved to Buenos Aires, Argentina, where he worked in arts and entertainment for four years. Greg has years of experience as a teacher, tutor, vocal coach, and youth mentor and has worked with a broad range of learning styles and students of all ages, from elementary school children to adults. He tutors for all sections of the ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, SAT and ACT, and in English, Writing, and Spanish.

Christine grew up in Athens, Georgia and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Yale University with a degree in Theater Studies. She taught gifted 7th and 8th graders with the Duke TIP Summer Academy and taught in the middle school drama department at Athens Academy. While working in Chicago as an actor, playwright, and culinary instructor for teens, Christine tutored students of all ages in academic subjects and standardized tests. She tutors all sections of the SAT (with particular love of the new SAT math), the ACT, several SAT subject area tests, as well as a variety of high school and middle school subjects.

Michael attended Phillips Andover and graduated from Amherst College with a Bachelor’s in Chemistry.  Michael then earned a Master’s in the History of Science at Johns Hopkins, and, fulfilling a lifelong dream, attended Berklee College of Music, where he graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor’s in songwriting and guitar. He has been a teacher and tutor for over twenty years working with elementary through high school students across the curriculum. Michael excels at making the complex understandable and enjoys tailoring lessons to the specific learning styles and needs of each of his students. Michael tutors all sections of the ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, SAT, ACT and GRE.

Lauren grew up in New York City, where she graduated from The Spence School. After receiving her B.A. in English from Wesleyan University, Lauren went on to Mason Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers University, where she received her M.F.A. in Acting. Lauren works as a speech and dialect coach for film and theater, and as an actor has developed new work with the Royal Shakespeare Company. Lauren specializes in prep for the ISEE, SSAT, SAT, and ACT, as well as study/organizational skills and academic tutoring in English and math.

Nick grew up in New York City, where he attended Hunter College High School. He graduated from Princeton University with a degree in Operations Research and Financial Engineering. Nick worked at Citibank for several years in their Capital Markets/Foreign Exchange before pursuing his own ventures. Nick tutors the SAT, ACT, ISEE/SSAT/SHSAT, GMAT, Spanish Subject Test, and all levels of math. Nick also enjoys playing tennis, golf, squash, and basketball.

Taylor graduated from Oberlin College with a degree in English and Philosophy. He received his Master’s in General Psychology from the Gordon F. Derner Institute of Advanced Psychological Studies, where he is currently a doctoral candidate in Clinical Psychology with a Child and Family concentration. He has authored and published numerous works and presented extensively on the psychology of early childhood development and early childhood education. Taylor has years of experience teaching and tutoring students of all ages, from early childhood through undergraduate studies. He has worked with children therapeutically as an Applied Behavior Analysis therapist, supervising therapist, and trainer for over five years and as a psychoeducational evaluator for three years. In addition to assisting Dr. Reina with psychoeducational evaluations, he tutors a variety of academic subjects and standardized tests, including the ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, SAT, ACT, GRE, and SAT Math and Literature Subject Tests.

Lian Walden graduated with honors in Political Science and Theater Studies from Yale University. While at Yale, Lian organized an arts mentorship program in Accra, Ghana, and founded an after-school program at Amistad Academy, a charter high school in New Haven. Upon graduating, Lian won a fellowship to run a community theater in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where she remained for several years teaching English and directing plays. Lian is a 2013 Drama League Directing Fellow and was a resident director at the Hangar Theatre, where she taught improvisation and text analysis to a company of young actors. Lian is one of Bespoke's resident US History experts and tutors for all sections of the SAT, ACT, ISEE, SSAT, and SHSAT. She enjoys discovering how different people learn and coming up with creative lesson plans to suit each student's individual needs. She also loves languages and is fluent in Spanish.

Rachel graduated Phi Beta Kappa from Oberlin College, where she earned a B.A. in Psychology and minored in English Literature and Studio Art. She holds an M.F.A. in Sculpture from San Francisco Art Institute and is currently a practicing artist. With over 8 years of experience teaching and tutoring students with a wide array of learning styles, Rachel is one of Bespoke's most sought-after tutors. Rachel has written curricula for Bespoke's textbooks and has designed and implemented syllabi for high school and undergraduate students. She tutors for the SAT, ACT, ISEE, SSAT, SHSAT, and for several SAT Subject Tests and AP exams, including French, math, and literature. Rachel is passionate about teaching expository writing and has helped many students craft compelling college essays.