Derek graduated from the University of Scranton with a B.A. in History and holds his M.A. in History from Rutgers. He has been an educator for 18 years as both a classroom teacher as well as a K-12 supervisor of English, social studies, and ELL. In these capacities he has helped students develop literacy, reasoning, and executive functioning skills. Derek has extensive experience with A.P. courses and serves as an ETS scorer for the College Board. He loves working with students and supporting them as they become more confident, sophisticated, and independent learners.

Holly graduated from Boston College in 2025 with a B.A. in philosophy and English literature. She studied abroad for a full year at the University of Oxford. While teaching philosophy to middle and high schoolers at Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth, Holly developed a passion for helping students understand complex ideas. She encourages students to find joy in challenges, take ownership of their successes, and see learning as a source of empowerment. As a published poet and former literary magazine editor, Holly is excited to help students discover their voice in academic writing and college essays. Her thirteen years of Spanish classes have prepared her to teach all levels of Spanish. Holly is available to help students with Middle/High School English, college essay writing, language tutoring, and SAT/ACT test prep.

David B has 15 years of experience as a college admissions test prep instructor, and he has worked with hundreds of students across New Jersey to prepare for both the math (arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, etc.) and reading/writing sections of the PSAT, SAT, and ACT, as well as related subject tests. Dynamic, engaging, and highly regarded, David’s instruction covers both fundamental knowledge and test taking
strategies, building confidence and delivering results. Additionally, David assists with writing college application and scholarship essays, helping students secure college admissions and scholarship dollars.

Cody is a history teacher at Dover High School. He graduated from Rutgers University with his BA in History in 2015 and his M. Ed. in Social Studies Education K-12 in 2016. Cody believes that every student learns differently and it's important to fit the needs of that student to best learn effectively. He is best suited to tutor in History, ELA, and Writing.

Greg is a Long Valley resident and West Morris Central alumnus who graduated from Rutgers University with a B. A. in English before receiving his teaching certification from Centenary University. He has taught at both public and private high schools in New Jersey where he has helped students from every level learn and excel in English Language Arts. He is available for tutoring for Middle/High School English and SAT test prep.

Currently, Beth is working towards her MA in English at Seton Hall University where she also teaches freshman Comprehension and Literature courses. Her experience as a professor has strengthened her belief that each student has a personalized learning style and no one method fits all. After graduating Summa Cum Laude and as the English department’s recipient of the Silver Medal of Excellence from Sacred Heart University in 2021, Beth worked as a Communications Associate for three years where she was the non-profit’s resident editor. Having also worked as a tutor at both Sacred Heart and Seton Hall, Beth is excited to use her carefully crafted skills earned inside and outside the classroom at Homework Helpers! Beth is available to help students with SAT/ACT test prep and Middle/High School English.

Ryan graduated from Drew University in 2022 with a B.A. with a major in English (Writing and Communications). He is currently continuing with Drew’s Masters of Education program with an aspiration to work more with students. Ryan believes that a student’s experience should be tailored to how they learn best, and he strives to lead our students to success.