With specializations in science and math education, and a passion for helping each child succeed, Caitlin makes learning practical and engaging for all kinds of learners.

M.Ed. University of Washington

B.A. Colby College

Caitlin has over 18 years of teaching experience in both traditional and non-traditional settings. Currently, she teaches an online course designed for 4th and 5th grade learners at the University of Washington, Innovation Lab: Circuitry and Coding. Over the summer she teachers in-person for UW Youth Programs. Summer 2024 courses included Nanoscience and Innovation Lab Introduction to Robotics. Caitlin was a classroom teacher and learning specialist at Bertschi School in Seattle for nine years. She enjoys working one-on-one with students, in-person and virtually, to support their academic success. Caitlin has extensive experience in classroom and specialty settings, including:

Curriculum Consultant and Instructor for Elementary, Middle and High School Programs at the University of Washington

Learning Specialist and Classroom Teacher at Bertschi School

Unified Robotics Coach at Bellingham High School

Educator and Curriculum Designer at the Pacific Science Center

In addition to professional experience, Caitlin has participated in several advanced professional development courses including:

Sphero Robotics Fundamentals: Programming with Block and JavaScript, 2023

Stanford University YouCubed Math Workshop, 2020

WIRED for Reading, an evidence based linguistics program, introductory through advanced courses

Institute for Social Emotional Learning, 2019

Math for Love, 2017

Teachers College at Columbia University Summer Reading Institute, 2015

With over 25 years of classroom and one-on-one experience, Megan is an expert at working with your child’s unique learning style and skill set.

PEC The Flourishing Center

M.Ed. Western Washington University

B.A. Western Washington University

Megan has taught in public schools for 25+ years. As a classroom teacher, she has taught all elementary grades K-6 and is currently teaching 6th Grade Honors Humanities in middle school. Additionally, Megan has her special education endorsement and has been an elementary school Resource Room teacher, working with students on IEPs to individualize their instruction.

After completing training in Wired for Reading, Megan started her private tutoring business in 2007. Since 2007, Megan has worked with individual students with various learning disabilities, health impairments and other challenges in order to support their success in school.

Megan’s combination of classroom experience and one-on-one tutoring has given her a unique skill set that is beneficial for every student she works with. Her tutoring expertise includes Wired for Reading, but also extends to support in other school subjects including writing (K-12), math (K-8) and supporting students with executive functioning skills. Most importantly, Megan loves teaching and watching each and every student’s confidence grow.

In addition to professional experience, Megan has participated in several advanced professional development courses including:

WIRED for Reading, an evidence based linguistics program, introductory through advanced courses

Positive Educator Certification

Restorative Justice

Race & Equity 101

Lyla Taddei has been an educator for 9 years. She is certified in K-8 Curriculum and Special Education. Lyla is an expert in motivation, behavior, study skills, social skills, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

BA in Linguistics, University of Minnesota

Masters of Teaching, Seattle Pacific University

Elementary Education

Special Education

Lyla started her journey in Education in Beirut, Lebanon in an international school. She has taught for 8 years in public schools and privately tutored for 2 years. She has experience in all grade levels in Elementary and Middle School. She is currently a special education teacher in middle school.  Most of her work has been in supporting and creating individual plans for students that are impacted by disabilities- Emotional and Behavior Disorders, ADHD, and ASD. The interventions that can support students with disabilities can also be impactful for students in general education. 

Connecting with students post-pandemic has led Lyla to pursue certification as a trainer for Crisis Prevention International- which focuses on verbal de-escalation for students who have experienced trauma. Her approach involves tending to a student's whole self as a basis for moving forward productively in academic pursuits. 

In addition to her education and professional experience, Lyla holds certificates in the following: 

Courageous Conversations

Race and Equity 101,201,301

Trainer for Crisis Prevention Institute

Restorative Justice

Services Offered:

Academic Coaching and Study Skills- all grade levels

Academic Tutoring in K-8 subjects

Behavior Coaching

Social Skills

Study Skills

IEP goal support at home