Employee Spotlights

Faith Nwando is a passionate tutor who thrives on helping students have those “aha” moments when everything clicks. Drawing from her own experience of overcoming language barriers, Faith knows how valuable extra support can be for students. She’s all about patience, empathy, and understanding that s...

Gregory Green, a SmartStart Education tutor at Beman Middle School, is making a remarkable impact on his sixth and seventh-grade math students. With a background in social work and a deep commitment to youth development, Gregory brings a unique perspective to the classroom—one that combines acad...

Meet Patricia Hodge, a dedicated tutor who believes in the power of connection. From turning reluctant learners into engaged students to celebrating academic breakthroughs, Patricia’s impact goes beyond the classroom. Whether it’s through math lessons or shared interests (like a love for cats!),...

Columbus, OH – Wendie Willis’s path to becoming a full-time teacher with Columbus City Schools has been nothing short of a miraculous transformation, deeply influenced by SmartStart Education and her time at the Ohio State School for the Blind. Her journey is a testament to how resilience, faith...

Celebrating Success: SmartStart Tutors Make a Difference at Noble Academy At SmartStart Education, we take immense pride in our mission to provide top-notch educational staffing and tutoring services to schools across the nation. One of our standout partnerships has been with Noble Academy in Colum...

Cassandra Johnson – Engaging Minds and Inspiring Success At SmartStart Education, we believe that our tutors are more than just educators – they are mentors, motivators, and a crucial part of our students’ academic journeys. One such inspiring tutor is Cassandra Johnson, who brings her unique backg...

Ke’Von Lee – Inspiring Minds with Scientific Thinking Ke’Von Lee, an exceptional tutor with SmartStart Education, LLC, brings a blend of scientific inquiry and mathematical precision to his role, shaping the educational journeys of middle school students with a keen eye for individual needs. He cur...

Katelyn Thomas is a SmartStart Education math tutor working part-time at Excel Academy at Francis M Wood High School in Baltimore, Maryland. She is an experienced classroom teacher and special educator. In addition, she is currently working to complete the requirements necessary to become a certifie...

Chrystal Seawood is employed as a SmartStart Education ELA tutor for 10th graders. She joined SmartStart in October 2022, because she said she wanted to get back into the classroom on a part-time basis. “As an educator, who needed a break, but didn’t want to leave the profession, this job is perfect...

The Dynamic Due of Education In the bustling halls of the Achievement Academy in Baltimore, two remarkable educators stand out not only for their dedication but for the impact they’ve made on their students’ lives. Meet Lloren Jones and Rita Yates, the dynamic duo of education at SmartStart Educati...