Executive-Function Informed
TUTORING
Building Independent Learners, Not Just Better Grades.
We believe tutoring should do more than help students complete assignments—it should empower them to understand how their brain works and develop the skills needed to thrive independently.
Our tutors are trained in executive function development and specialize in supporting neurodivergent learners, including students with ADHD, dyslexia, and executive function challenges.
All Connected Pathways tutors are trained through Connected Pathways Academy, where they learn the brain science, development, and practical application of executive function skills. This training equips tutors to support students beyond academic content, helping them build the foundational skills needed for long-term independence and success.
Meet Our EF-Informed Tutors!
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Hi! My name is Miss Makayla! I'm studying Adolescent to Young Adult Integrated Language Arts at Bowling Green State University. I love to read and write, as well as help students foster their love for ELA. I am qualified to tutor ELA, Writing, and Math from Elementary to Algebra 1. I am dedicated to helping my students reach their academic goals, grow their confidence, and boost their grades. I am an interactive and supportive tutor. I'll use visual aids and modern technological tools to ensure that my students' needs are met and that their learning experience is both fun and informative. I'm excited to get to know you and help you prosper!
Makayla Lea Basch, Tutor
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Lizzie Levy is a dynamic Literacy & Dyslexia Specialist who makes learning accessible, fresh, and inspiring for her students. With over 300 hours of training in Orton-Gillingham and The Science of Reading, she blends research-based methodology with students’ individual needs and interests to create engaging, customized instruction. She is a certified Structured Literacy Dyslexia Interventionist through the International Dyslexia Association and the Center for Effective Reading Instruction. Lizzie completed her M.Ed. in Reading Education at the University of Florida, where she was honored as a Fien Reading Fellow and also completed the Dyslexia Assessment & Intervention Graduate Certificate program. She earned her B.S. in Elementary & Middle Special Education from the University of Maryland, where she taught at The Center for Young Children. Currently, Lizzie is a public school, fifth-year Learning Disabilities Teacher and Reading Interventionist. Her favorite part of tutoring students is establishing meaningful connections that create a low-stress environment for learning.
Lizzie Levy, Tutor/ Dynamic Literacy & Dyslexia Specialist
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Juandedios Abboud is a STEM-focused tutor and former Division I tennis student-athlete who grew up in Laredo, Texas, attended high school in Austin, and graduated from Cleveland State University in 2024 with a B.S. in Biology and a B.S. in Health Science, along with a Minor in Spanish for Health Science and a Certificate in Culture, Communication, and Healthcare. With 6+ years of extensive tutoring experience across K–12, undergraduate, and graduate-level coursework, Juandedios specializes in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, and English composition, and he supports students preparing for high-stakes exams including AP Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, English Language/Literature, Statistics, Spanish Language/Literature, SAT/ACT, and MCAT prep. Known for bringing structure, clarity, and high standards to every session, he breaks complex topics into simple steps and uses evidence-based learning strategies, retrieval practice, spaced repetition, and targeted review, to improve performance and long-term retention. Juandedios is bilingual in English and Spanish, has supported ESL learners and neurodiverse students, and is recognized for creating an encouraging environment where students feel capable, supported, and motivated to grow, often translating improved confidence and stronger grades into meaningful academic opportunities, including college acceptances and scholarships.
