Our Team
Tutors
Jim Treadway
Jim graduated from Harvard University in 2008 and he earned two master's degrees -- one from Beijing University (2010) in International Relations and the other from London School of Economics (2011) in History. Deeply passionate about personal growth and connection, Jim founded Growth Wise in 2017 and is both tutor and coach; he frames test prep to...
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his students as a metaphor for how they are showing up to the other challenges in their lives. Jim searches far and wide for whatever will help his students, teaching them speed-reading and deep breathing techniques, for example, which many would not associate with test prep. It’s proven that his approach works: over the last two years, his students have averaged an 8-point gain in their ACTs, with highs of 12- and 13-point improvements.
“Jim taught me that there is no such thing as failure, only feedback, and I have since carried that with me wherever I go. I still read his motivational messages when I am feeling down. I am especially grateful for his teaching me breathing exercises to help tackle my testtaking anxiety.”
Jim's Areas of Expertise
ACT/SAT
ISEE/SSAT
Testtaking Anxiety
College Essay Writing
Akash Mehta
Akash Mehta graduated summa cum laude from the University of Chicago and Deep Springs College. He has tutored the ACT and SAT for five years, as well as teaching philosophy at middle schools in South Side Chicago, literature at middle and high school summer programs, and high-school level mathematics.
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He is based in Brooklyn, where he works as a journalist covering New York politics.
Akash's Areas of Expertise
ACT/SAT
ISEE/SSAT
College Essay Writing
Samuel Allen
Sam is an MD PhD student at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. Originally from Oklahoma, he attended college at Johns Hopkins University where he majored in Molecular/Cellular Neuroscience. Throughout college, he tutored students in biology and chemistry and was a teaching assistant for neuroscience classes for 2 years.
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Sam has conducted research for 6 years on mood, neural circuitry formation, and brain function and strives to incorporate the latest findings from the field of neuroscience in his tutoring. As a student who has navigated the complex path of school and standardized testing to medical education, he is adept in both subject knowledge and in building solid foundations in testing skills and confidence for his students’ future success.
“Sam is an amazing mentor to Matteo - he’s so much more than a tutor. He helps him look at life from a perspective that I can’t give him, that my husband can’t give him. Matteo is very finicky, and he LOVES Sam!”
Samuel's Areas of Expertise
ACT/SAT
Biology
Chemistry
Gabe Rich
Gabe Rich grew up in Atlanta, Georgia before graduating from Northwestern University in 2008 with a degree in Economics and Mathematical Methods in the Social Sciences.
Before he began tutoring, Gabe worked as an analyst and consultant for IBM. He also has an MBA focused in Strategy and Business Analytics from NYU Stern School of Business.
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When he's not tutoring he's either practicing improv comedy, playing Ultimate Frisbee, or investigating his startup idea. He loves working with students to find successful and fun methods for each to learn.
“Gabe was very helpful and funny. He found an exciting and interesting way to teach an otherwise unexciting matter. The grammar rules I learned come in handy everywhere (in school and in email writing).”
Gabe's Areas of Expertise
ACT/SAT
GMAT
Essay Writing
Marc Langer
Marc hails from New Rochelle, New York where he attended New Rochelle High School. He continued to Brown University where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Physics and master’s degree in Teaching.
When he's not tutoring, Marc can be found playing trumpet for the Soul-Pop band "Lawrence" or...
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running around Prospect Park playing ultimate frisbee.
“Marc’s been hugely helpful and we could not have gotten here without him.”
Marc's Areas of Expertise
ACT/SAT
ISEE/SSAT
Physics
All High School and College Math
Statistics
Declan Gruber
Declan Gruber started as a Teach For America corps member after graduating from Washington University in St. Louis with a double major in Physics and Spanish. In Milwaukee, Declan worked primarily as a teacher (Algebra 1 and Physics) and math interventionist. He earned a Master's in Secondary Education from Marquette University, and worked as...
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a Corps Member Advisor at Milwaukee's Regional Institutes, and as an ACT/SAT tutor. Declan currently works in Los Angeles as an Instructional Coach. As a tutor, Declan specializes in high school math and science courses and standardized test prep.
“Declan is a great guy. He’s down to Earth, works at the pace that’s good for me, and keeps it real. He doesn’t teach things that are over my head, and I can definitely tell that he used to be a teacher. He has that professional aspect to him.”
Declan's Areas of Expertise
ACT/SAT
All High School Math and Physics
Albert Xing
During his three years at The Princeton Review before joining Growth Wise, Albert taught MCAT subject classes (General and Organic Chemistry, Biology, and Physics) as well as AP Chemistry and Biology along with the SAT Subject tests for those topics.
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Albert's Science background includes his undergraduate studies, a year spent doing research in Dr. Hoang's Laboratory at Columbia University analyzing MRI scans of patients with severe myopia, and his current medical school education.
Everybody learns differently, and Albert is excited to get to know your learning style and to help you achieve your academic goals!
“Super happy with how it’s going. She is improving every week and taking it very seriously! Albert is great.”
Albert's Areas of Expertise
ACT/SAT
ISEE/SSAT
MCAT
Biology
Chemistry
Skyler Siegel
Skyler graduated from Washington University in St. Louis in 2015, majoring in both finance and film. After WashU, he worked as a trader at Citigroup for two years before transitioning into the film world, where he has been since. When he isn't tutoring, he is...
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writing screenplays for TV and Film. Skyler has been tutoring for three years and hopes to continue to help his students capitalize on their strengths and gain the confidence they need to no longer need his help.
“Skyler gave me the confidence that I could really do well on the ACT. He works extremely hard making sure I am comfortable with the material. He also makes learning fun rather than a chore!”
Skyler's Areas of Expertise
ACT/SAT
ISEE/SSAT
English
Essay Writing
6th-11th Grade Math
Carina Seah
Carina is currently an MD PhD student at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she majored in Human Biology while concurrently earning a Master's degree in Stem Cell Biology and...
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Regenerative Medicine. She has tutored students for over 5 years in biology and chemistry. Carina teaches the skills to succeed outside the classroom–how to scrutinize data, pinpoint the most essential information, and form connections to find excitement and enjoyment in learning new material.
“Carina is amazing.”
Carina's Areas of Expertise
Biology
Chemistry
Carmen Benitez
Carmen is from New York City and majors in Computer Science and Math, with a concentration in Economics, at Harvey Mudd College. Over the years, she has tutored students in various subjects, including math, economics, and computer science.
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She has also worked as a College Essay editor for 3 years now, helping students gain admission to their dream schools. With a love for math and technology, Carmen aims to work in technology after graduating.
Carmen's Areas of Expertise
SAT & ACT Prep
College Essay & General Essay Mentoring
High School Math
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
Computer Science
Nilam Patel
Nilam is NYC based Strategy & Management Consultant focused in Life Sciences and Healthcare. She graduated from Barnard College of Columbia University where she earned a degree in Chemistry and conducted research in Applied Physics.
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Passionate about mentorship and promoting women in STEM, Nilam served as a mentor for Girls Who Code Summer Immersion Program. Over the years, she has tutored high school and college students in Chemistry, ACT/SAT, and English. Outside of work and tutoring, Nilam is an avid marathon runner and enjoys practicing yoga and meditation.
Tutoring goes beyond helping a student achieving a certain grade, but more about enabling them with
the tools and confidence to achieve their full potential in all the set their mind to.
Nilam’s Areas of Expertise
Chemistry
SAT & ACT Prep
English
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