2008-09 TUTOR LIST SCIENCE TUTORS Aaron Fried (
afriedccs@hotmail.com)
Subject: Chemistry
Barbara Wilson (281-265-9894)
Subject: Chemistry
Notes: 35 years experience tutoring high school and middle school students
Carol Stanley (281-497-5325)
Subjects: Chemistry and Physics
Notes: Charges $35.00/hr.
Lisa Cashiola (713-780-3380)
Subject: Chemistry
Peter Sullivan (
pstutors@yahoo.com;
www.pstutors.com; 713-385-1795)
Subjects: Biology and Chemistry
Notes: Certified Master level tutor
Philip Lanham (planham@au.edu; 713-419-0030)
Subjects: Chemistry and Physics
Pierre Tutunjian (713-781-7170)
Subjects: Chemistry and Physics
Notes: PhD in Physics
Rachel Mason (832-797-0459)
Subject: Biology
Notes: Lives in the Woodlands
Lawrence Garcia-Reyes (979-574-7172; 281-870-9416)
Subjects: Chemistry, Physics and Biology
Notes: Strake Jesuit Graduate- Class of 2003
MATHEMATICS TUTORS Allison Conner (
Allison.a.conner@rice.edu; 720-352-4173)
Subjects: Algebra I and II, Trigonometry, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus
Notes: Biochemistry major at Rice University; lives on campus so student would have to meet her at Rice
Barbara Wilson (281-265-9894)
Subjects: Algebra I and Geometry
Notes: 35 years experience tutoring high school and middle school students
Carol Stanley (281-497-5325)
Subjects: Algebra I and II; Geometry; Pre-Calculus and Calculus
Dr. Charles Grenier (
cgrenier@strakejesuit.org; 832-260-8023; 281-302-6800)
Subjects: Algebra I and II; Geometry; Trigonometry
Notes: 9 years experience tutoring students of all ages; teaching experience at grade school, high school and collegiate levels
Gayle Tanenbaum (713-417-6867;
themathcoachtx@gmail.com)
Subjects: Algebra II, Trigonometry, Calculus
Notes: Affiliated with Houston Tutorial Association
Joanna Papakonstantinou (
jpapa@rice.edu; 713-906-0706)
Subjects: Algebra I and II
Kirstin Doyle-Cooney (
kdoyle@rice.edu; 832-647-5717)
Subjects: Algebra I and II, Geometry, Trigonometry
Notes: Mathematics/Economics major at Rice University
Mattie Kuykendall (281-495-9454)
Subjects: Algebra I and II, Geometry
Notes: Retired Mathematics teacher; Hwy 6/Bissonet area; charges $20.00/hr.
Margaret Jones (281-583-5804)
Subjects: Algebra I and II; Geometry; Pre-Calculus
Notes: Northeast Houston; former teacher; Parent of former SJ student
Nancy Freed (713-664-4314)
Subjects: Algebra I and II; Geometry; Pre-Calculus
Peter Sullivan (
pstutors@yahoo.com;
www.pstutors.com; 713-385-1795)
Subjects: Algebra I and II; Pre-Calculus
Notes: Certified Master level tutor
Philip Lanham (
planham@au.edu; 713-419-0330)
Subjects: All math subjects
Notes: $40.00/hour
Rachel Mason (
joracaky@aol.com; 832-797-0459)
Subjects: Algebra I and II; Geometry
Notes: Lives in the Woodlands
Robert Kushner (713-784-3007)
Subjects: All math subjects
Notes: Lives near school and charges $20.00/hr.
Tiffany Abdullahi (
tiffany@rice.edu; 901-283-5354)
Subjects: All math subjects
Notes: Mathematical Economic Analysis major at Rice University; several years of tutoring experience; tutor coordinator for Houston Scholars Program; charges $40.00/hr.
Lawrence Garcia-Reyes (979-574-7172; 281-870-9416)
Subjects: Algebra I and II; Geometry
Notes: Strake Jesuit graduate- class of ‘03
ENGLISH TUTORS Dr. Charles Grenier (
cgrenier@strakejesuit.org; 281-302-6800; 832-260-8023)
Subjects: Grammar, Composition and Literature
Notes: Located in Sugar Land off Hwy 6 and Austin Pkwy; 9 years experience tutoring students of all age levels; teaching experience at grade school, high school and collegiate levels
Christine Karnabe (
ckarnabe@yahoo.com; 713-907-1884)
Subjects: Grammar, Composition and Literature
Notes: Graduate of University of St. Thomas
David Mason (713-722-9298)
Subjects: Composition
Notes: $70.00/hr (negotiable)
Dr. Mary Louise Penaz (
mpenaz@uh.mail.edu; 713-529-4359)
Subjects: Composition and Vocabulary
Notes: PhD in English- University of Houston
Gretchen Bohnert (
gretchenb@sbcglobal.net; 713-780-7792)
Subjects: Composition and Grammar
Notes: Located in Galleria area (Voss/San Felipe); Former English teacher at Kinkaid; charges $50.00/hr; evening and weekend hours available
Kirstin Doyle- Cooney (
kdoyle@rice.edu; 832-647-5717)
Subjects: Grammar and Composition
Notes: Student at Rice University
Nancy Freed (713-907-1884)
Subjects: Grammar, Literature and Composition
Peter Sullivan (
pstutors@yahoo.com;
www.pstutors.com; 713-385-1795)
Subjects: Grammar and Composition
Notes: Certified Master level tutor
Rachel Mason (
joracaky@aol.com; 832-797-0459)
Subjects: Grammar and Composition
Notes: Lives in the Woodlands
Susan Morgan (281-589-9210)
Subjects: Grammar, Literature and Composition
Notes: Lives in Briar Forest area
Alicia Warlick (
athensgreece2004@hotmail.com; 281-813-3967)
Subjects: Grammar and Composition
Lea Melville (713-529-5498)
Subjects: Reading specialist
SPANISH TUTORS Christine Karnabe (713-907-1884)
Subjects: Spanish I, II, and III
Notes: Graduate of the University of St. Thomas
Jennifer Long (713-667-0699)
Subjects: Spanish I, II, III, and IV
Kelly Hakes (
KJHakes@aol.com; 713-204-1608)
Subjects: Spanish I, II, III, IV
Notes: $45.00/hr.
Kirstin Doyle-Cooney (
kdoyle@rice.edu; 832-647-5717)
Subject: Spanish I
Notes: Student at Rice University
Midge Wische (713-772-2266; 713-705-3584)
Subject: Spanish I, II, III, IV
Notes: Teaches Spanish at St. Agnes; M.A.T. in Spanish
Nancy Freed (713-664-4314)
Subject: Spanish and ESL
Peter Sullivan (
pstutors@yahoo.com; www.pstutors.com)
Subject: Spanish I, II, III, IV
Notes: Certified Master level tutor
Rachel Mason (
joracaky@aol.com; 832-797-0459)
Subject: Spanish I and II
Notes: Lives in the Woodlands
Jill Keith (713-208-3191)
Subject: Spanish I, II, III, IV
FRENCH TUTORS Kathy Filippone (713-775-3360)
Subject: French I, II, III, IV
Notes: Referred by Mary Jo Langston, Department Chairperson @ St. Agnes
Kelly Hakes (
kKJHakes@aol.com; 713-204-1608)
Subject: French I, II, III, IV
Notes: $45.00/hr
Kirstin Doyle-Cooney (
kdoyle@rice.edu)
Subject: French I, II, III, IV
Notes: French major at Rice University
Jennifer Long (713-667-0699)
Subject: French I, II, III, IV
LATIN TUTORS
Betsy Altenberger (713-661-4944)
Subject: Latin I, II, III, IV
Notes: Former teacher at St. Agnes
MISCELLANEOUS TUTORS Dr. Charles Grenier (
cgrenier@strakejesuit.org; 281-302-6800; 832-260-8023)
Subject: Study Skills, History, Theology
Notes: 8 years experience tutoring students of all ages; teaching experience at grade school, high school and collegiate levels
Mary Capps (281-808-1687)
Subject: Study skills, organization
Notes: Weekend hours available
Nancy Freed (713-664-4314)
Subject: Study skills and organization
Kathy Filippone (713-775-3360)
Subject: World Civilization and European History
Kirstin Doyle-Cooney (
kdoyle@rice.edu; 832-647-5717)
Subject: Economics
Notes: Mathematics/Economics major at Rice University
Christine Karnabe (
ckarnabe@yahoo.com; 713-907-1884)
Subject: History and Theology
Alicia Warlick (
athensgreece2004@hotmail.com; 281-813-3967)
Subject: Study skills and time management
PROFESSIONAL TUTORING SERVICES
(Tutoring in core subject areas, standardized test preparation, college application assistance)
Please note that inclusion on this list does not mean endorsement by
Strake Jesuit College Preparatory
All In One Applications (713-628-6098;
www.allin1applications.com)
Services: College admissions course which aids students in the efficient preparation of top quality college applications using the Common Application and the Texas Common Application. Over 10 years experience in helping to guide students to college admissions process and creating college applications that truly highlight their strengths.
Center for Academic Support in Houston (
www.centerforacademicsuppport.com; 713-807-7057)
Services: Specialize in Mathematics (Algebra I and II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus and Calculus) and Science (Biology, Chemistry and Physics); standardized test workshops three times a year; summer mathematics clinic designed for high school students entering Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and Pre-Calculus courses; 45 minute one-on-one tutorials for $55.00
Cram Crew (
www.cramcrew.com; 281-579-1188)
Services: Tutorials in all core subjects: standardized test preparation; college essay critiquing; college consultation
LearnAbility (
www.learn-ability.com; 713-977-7769)
Services: Tutoring in all core subject and skill areas; standardized test preparation; short and long term study skills programs; seminars and coaching for parents on how to help students achieve academically; intensive homework and academic coaching for students and families
Teaching and Learning Center of Texas (713-666-0966; 832-722-3986)
Services: Study Skills assistance
Top Notch Tutoring (720-939-2804;
www.texas.topnotchtutoring.com)
Services: Tutoring in all core subjects, ESL and Music Lessons (instrumental, voice, and music); standardized test preparation; private and group tutoring; experience with learning differences; discounted after school group tutoring
Tutoring Direct (866-298-8867;
www.tutoringdirect.com)
Services: Tutoring in all core subject areas; standardized test preparation and study skills
Tutorials For Excellence (281-920-4163)
Services: Tutoring in all core subject areas; standardized test preparation and study skills; experience with learning differences; summer program
The Write Way (281-894-6009;
asllinc@swbell.net)
Services: A systematic approach to the writing process
Rice Tutors (
www.ricetutors.com)
Services: One-on-one tutoring in your home; tutoring in all core subject areas; standardized test preparation
PRIVATE STANDARDIZED TEST PREPARATION Dr. Charles Grenier (281-302-6800; 832-260-8023; cgrenier@strakejesuit.org)
Specialty Area: SAT and ACT
Gretchen Bohnert (713-780-7792;
gretchenb@sbcglobal.net)
Specialty Area: SAT, PSAT
Margaret Jones (281-583-5804)
Specialty Area: SAT, PSAT
Peter Sullivan (713-385-1795)
Specialty Area: SAT, PSAT
David Mason (713-722-9298)
Specialty Area: SAT
Dr. Mary Louise Penaz (713-529-4359)
Specialty Area: SAT
The Center for Academic Support in Houston (713-807-7057)
Specialty Area: SAT and ACT