Our Team Members
At TMT, we want to ensure the safety of all our students. For this reason, we run a comprehensive criminal
background check, along with reference checks on all our Tutors. We also ensure that they adhere to our
standards and provide the highest quality of tutoring for your child. All Tutors are required to complete a
‘Tutor Report’ after each session so that internally, we can monitor your child’s progress and make
recommendations.
Malique Joseph
Founder/CEO/STEM Tutor
Malique is the CEO of Tutor Me Today, dedicated to providing high-quality academic support to students of all levels. With a strong background in math, biology, and chemistry, he brings both expertise and passion to the field of education. Under his leadership, TMT has expanded its reach, partnering with multiple schools to support student success. Malique is committed to fostering a team of skilled tutors and ensuring that students receive personalized, effective instruction. His goal is to create an environment where students can build confidence and excel academically.
NaKia Cross
Virtual Assistant
NaKia Cross is a dedicated Virtual Assistant with over 5 years of experience helping busy professionals reclaim their time and stay organized. With a keen eye for detail and a warm, approachable style, she manages scheduling, inbox management, and project coordination with efficiency and care. NaKia is passionate about streamlining workflows so clients can focus on what matters most. Outside of work, she enjoys continuous learning and finding creative ways to support her clients’ growth.
Allie Taweel
Social Media Manager
Alisha Taweel is a social media marketer at Tutor Me Today. With a background in fine art, she values creativity and resourcefulness, crafting valuable content. She enjoys exploring new ways to blend storytelling and digital media. In her free time she enjoys painting.
Miss Celestie
HR Business Partner
Celestie has a strong background in Human Resources Management for over 20 years in various industries, both in the U.S. and Canada. She loves helping and serving her community especially in resume writing and for those seeking employment. In her spare time, she is busy playing with her beads and creating unique items and also fancies ceramic painting.
Lorena Jordan Decker
Marketing Partner, Brandify Marketing
Lorena has more than 20 years of marketing and communications experience in both B2B and B2C environments. Her industry experience includes associations, shopping centers, retail, consumer goods, and luxury products, IT services and legal marketing.
Madison Steinbruck
Accountant/Admin Assistant
Madison Steinbruck is an operations and executive support professional who thrives at the intersection of structure and storytelling. With a background in HR, agency coordination, and content creation, she brings both strategy and creativity to every role. She’s currently conducting funding research at Tutor Me Today, helping support the organization's growth.
Sydney Gore
Event Coordinator I
Sydney, the Event Coordinator for Tutor Me Today, blends precision, creativity, and a touch of elegance into each project. With a background in medical administration, she brings strong organizational and communication skills that ensure flawless event execution. Outside of work, she enjoys crafting and creating handmade essential body oils, infusing her love for beauty and detail into everything she does.
Gabriela Melendez
College Prep Specialist
Gabriela is a dedicated tutor with a passion for helping students reach their academic goals. She specializes in English, reading comprehension, and writing, offering patient guidance and step-by-step support. With strong communication skills and an encouraging approach, she tailors each session to fit the student’s unique learning style. Gabriela is committed to making the learning process positive and motivating, while creating a supportive environment where students feel confident and capable of succeeding.
Ashley Sims
STEM Tutor
Ashley has over 5 years of experience tutoring general chemistry and mathematics for colleges across the US. She is passionate about education and loves working with students of all ages and backgrounds. She is also a certified yoga and meditation instructor, and understands the importance that physical fitness and nutrition play in the learning process. Ashley loves running, hiking, camping, animals, especially cats, and the natural beauty and complexity of our planet and universe.
Tionna Cozart
STEM Tutor
Tionna Cozart is from Washington, D.C., and is currently attending Marshall University, where she is pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She is passionate about helping others and is dedicated to making a positive impact through her studies. With a strong interest in science and education, she enjoys sharing her knowledge to support and inspire others. Tionna is committed to academic excellence and looks forward to applying her skills in the field of biology.
Anastacio "Tash" Dalde III
STEM Tutor
Since 2004, Anastacio "Tash" Dalde III has been teaching and tutoring in Hawaii. In 2016, he transitioned to working as a physicist for the Department of Defense. Tash holds a bachelor's degree in physics from the University of California, Berkeley, as well as a master's degree in physics and a teaching credential from the University of Hawaii. Fun fact: He has five children, ranging in age from 21 to 3.
Karen Thor
Math & SAT/ACT Tutor
Karen Thor has a dynamic personality and incredible patience.
Her passions are: tutoring, traveling and making a difference in people’s lives.
As a certified math teacher, Karen has the knowledge to guide her students in their successes. She has been tutoring for over 20 years.
Karen’s positive energy helps her relate and work well with her students.
Giuliana DiBenedetto
STEM Tutor
Giuliana is a student currently pursuing a degree in biology on the pre-medical track at the University of Pennsylvania, with just two years remaining until graduation. She has taken a multitude of STEM and language classes (specifically enjoying algebra, biology, and Spanish), contributing towards her expertise within these subjects. A love for public speaking and an ambitious drive to academically succeed, her goal is to create a safe-space in which students can strive to ask questions, learn with intention, and become more disciplined with studying. Outside of work, Giuliana enjoys singing, attending dance workshops, going to the gym, and cooking with her roommates!
Michael Landry
SAT Math Tutor
Michael Landry, is an Empathetic Math Instructor/Tutor who has been working with students for more than twenty five years. He has what it takes to assist students dealing with intimidating mathematical concepts from Elementary to Precalculus College level. He uses real world applications to turn haters of mathematics into life long lovers of MATHEMATICS. Michael has helped students earn college degrees in physics, computer science, economics, engineering and applied mathematics from highly selective universities like Harvard, Princeton, Stanford, Yale, NYU, Wellesley, Duke, Columbia.
Skyler Vaughn
STEM Tutor
Skyler is a middle and high school science teacher with a background in Astrophysics and Planetary Geology. Bringing real-world science into the classroom, she combines a passion for exploration with hands-on learning to make complex concepts exciting and relatable. Always eager to learn something new, Skyler is dedicated to helping students grow their curiosity and confidence in science.
Christopher Suarez
SAT Tutor
Christopher is a computer science and neuroscience major at MIT with a passion for challenging himself, engaging in creative pursuits, and helping others. He enjoys coding, singing, and tutoring, combining his analytical skills with his love for connecting with people. With aspirations to travel the world and meet people from all walks of life, Christopher embraces every opportunity to learn, grow, and share experiences.