Brianne (Owner)
After 13 years as a classroom teacher in the Belmont–Redwood Shores and Hillsborough school districts, Brianne founded Tutor House after seeing firsthand how differently each child learns. In a traditional classroom, where teachers often support more than 25 students at once, providing every child with consistent, individualized attention can be challenging.
Today, Brianne leads the business side of Tutor House and continues to recruit exceptional teachers and education specialists from throughout the Bay Area and across the Peninsula. She is passionate about bringing together a team of highly qualified educators who understand that there is no one-size-fits-all curriculum or magic approach to learning.
At Tutor House, teachers meet each child where they are and build from there. Drawing on their classroom experience, professional knowledge, and understanding of child development, they create meaningful, productive, and effective sessions tailored to each student’s unique needs, strengths, and goals. Through individualized instruction and genuine encouragement, students develop essential academic skills, build confidence, and recognize their own potential.Our Beloved Teachers
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Tutor | Grades K-8
Melissa is a dedicated resource specialist program (RSP) teacher with 19 years of experience. She currently serves TK through fifth-grade students with individualized education programs at an elementary school on the Peninsula. Previously, Melissa taught middle school RSP English language arts and mathematics for students in sixth through eighth grades. She has also taught executive functioning and social skills.
Passionate about supporting students’ literacy development, Melissa earned a Dyslexia Specialist Certificate through the Dyslexia Training Institute and the University of San Diego. She has also received training in the Orton-Gillingham approach through her coursework and through IMSE, completing both intermediate and comprehensive-level training
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Tutor | Grades K-5
Trevor holds a master’s degree in education, with an emphasis in teaching and learning, from the University of Redlands. He also holds an Education Specialist Mild/Moderate Teaching Credential. In addition to his work in education, Trevor enjoys coaching basketball and most recently coached at Junípero Serra High School. He is passionate about supporting students’ academic growth while helping them build confidence and develop their strengths.
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Tutor | Grades Pre-K-2
Erica holds a bachelor’s degree in child development and a multiple-subject teaching credential from Notre Dame de Namur University in Belmont. She has worked with children since high school in a variety of roles, including coach, camp counselor, and after-school teacher. With eight years of experience working with students from pre-kindergarten through third grade, Erica currently teaches transitional kindergarten in Burlingame. She is passionate about creating a supportive and engaging learning environment for young students.
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Tutor | Grades 3-6
Bio coming soon…
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Tutor | Grades 2-5
Bio coming soon…
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Tutor | Grades 1-5
Caroline is an elementary educator with seven years of teaching experience in first, fourth, and fifth grades, along with a year and a half of tutoring experience with Tutor House. Originally from Maryland, Caroline relocated to the Bay Area in 2020 and currently teaches fourth grade. She is passionate about helping young learners thrive and believes every student learns differently. Caroline works closely with families to tailor her instruction to each child’s strengths, goals, and interests.
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Tutor (virtual only) | Grades 4-7
Stephanie is an experienced and dedicated educator with a passion for helping students reach their full potential. She has taught fourth grade for the past nine years and is known for her patient, engaging teaching style. Stephanie takes the time to get to know each student individually and thoughtfully tailors her instruction to their unique learning styles, needs, and interests. Her goal is to help students build confidence and develop a lasting love of learning.
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Tutor | Grades K-3
Kathryn is a dedicated educator in her tenth year of teaching. She currently works with second-grade students and has also taught third grade. Kathryn earned her bachelor’s degree in English from Sonoma State University and her teaching credential from Notre Dame de Namur University in Belmont.
Originally from the Foster City/San Mateo area, Kathryn has worked with children in a variety of camps, schools, and youth organizations since high school. Coming from a family of educators, she is passionate about helping children become their best selves while developing confidence and embracing a growth mindset.
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Tutor | Grades 3-5
Shubha is a dedicated educator who currently teaches fifth grade and is in her second year in the role. Before transitioning to elementary education, she spent more than seven years as an early childhood educator, developing a strong foundation in supporting children’s social, emotional, and academic readiness. Shubha holds a master’s degree in education and enjoys gardening, dancing, and sewing in her free time.
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