Hi! I'm Mrs. Smith 

I've spent the last fifteen years teaching students in grades k-8. First it was my own kids, whom I homeschooled. Then I taught classes to homeschooled students for several years - history and language arts, mostly, but also science. I was also a substitute teacher for a k-12 school for a few years. Then I took some time out of the classroom to found a charter school called Great Oaks Academy. They're open now, and I'm ready to get back to teaching. 

Learning English is an essential skill for international students to reach their highest potential. Whether you're a parent looking to provide your children with this advantage, or an adult wanting to improve your own skills, I'd love to partner with you. I provide individual and sibling-group lessons in English to all levels, from the earliest beginner to the advanced student looking to make improvements in pronunciation or learn the latest colloquialisms. I teach both spoken and written English, conversational and business language, and formal grammar. Sign up today to start planning for your success! 

**Look for math and English prep classes this summer and get ready for a successful school year! 

See you soon! 

Parent Testimonials

Brieana is a wonderful teacher and tutor. I have had her help in teaching several of my children. She was always well prepared for lessons, worked with the kids to explain things multiple ways to ensure they understood the content and added fun activities to make the learning more enjoyable. She is good at thinking outside the box and being creative in her teaching, she understands that not all students learn the same and strives to teach them in a way they best comprehend. She is exceedingly patient and very kind. She guides the kids to reach their highest potential and strives for excellence in all she does. My kids really enjoyed working with her. 

- Jessi H.

Brieana was an invaluable asset, advocate and gift to our family through her teaching. At a time when we needed support in bolstering our children's home education, Brieana's passion, knowledge and gift of teaching gave them a consistent, rich experience. To this day, our older children fondly remember and discuss the things they learned under Brieana's tutoring. Her support to us in our educational walk was resolute and her commitment to the kid's learning and passion for history was contagious. We would highly recommend her tutoring support to anyone who crosses her path. 

- Jaimie J. 

A lifelong learner herself, Brieana is deeply invested in passing on her passion for knowledge. She offers thoughtful and creative instruction to children of all ages across many disciplines. She infuses her educational interactions with tenacity, compassion, integrity and patience. 

- Cassie J.