We hire instructors with superb academic credentials and the experience, creativity, and skills necessary to engage students while managing their virtual classrooms. Our tutors are trained to give your student quality instruction and unparalleled guidance. 
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Carlos Becerra, CEO + Founder
Carlos (he/him/él) has been teaching, researching, and writing customized curricula and providing academic enrichment in a variety of subjects for well over a decade. A third-generation educator and son of two college professors, Carlos founded the educational company BEC with the understanding that the one-size-fits-all approach of traditional programs didn’t meet the needs of most learners. Through a tailored and approachable way to help students do their best academically, BEC has grown from a Chicago company to a virtual education hub that prepares students for academic challenges and empowers them for success. Carlos continues to grow as an educator and entrepreneur, actively involved in pursuing educational equity and supporting Latinx entrepreneurship while continuing to enjoy teaching and mentoring the leaders of tomorrow. ​

Abby
Abby (she/her) is a native Chicagoan working towards a BS in Mathematics with a concentration in Statistics at DePaul University. She enjoys immersing herself in Italian and Russian languages, but her ultimate passion is math and numbers. In her free time, Abby enjoys painting and drawing, spending time with friends, and watching movies.

Ben
Ben (he/him) is a native Chicagoan, pursuing a double major in Political Science and Economics, as well as a certificate in Data Science, at the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Honors in the Liberal Arts Program. As a former BEC student himself, Ben strives to help students reach their academic goals in an upbeat, engaging, and supportive way. When he is not studying, Ben loves playing basketball, reading, and expanding his board game collection.
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Clay
Clay (he/him) is an educator and life-long learner who studied mathematics and philosophy at Penn State and holds over ten years of teaching experience. Clay believes the pursuit of knowledge should be approached with open-mindedness, creativity, and a good sense of humor. When he isn't thinking about the intrinsic beauty of mathematics, you can find Clay riding his bicycle, camping in the woods, or playing disc golf with friends.

Emily
Emily (she/her) graduated from Northwestern University with a degree in Political Science and Theatre, along with a minor in Chinese Language and Culture. She works throughout the city as a teaching artist, and she has led writing workshops at schools throughout the Midwest and East Coast. When she’s not tutoring, Emily enjoys learning web design, playing video games, and reading classics.

​George
George (he/him) is a musician and educator from Chicago, and he is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance at the University of Illinois. Having tutored math in high school, he plans to also complete a second major that incorporates his interest in mathematics and computer science. When teaching, George enjoys getting to know his students and helping them become confident and comfortable in their academic abilities. In his free time he loves listening to music, going on bike rides with friends, and playing volleyball.

Joanna 
A Chicago native, Joanna (she/her) began her undergraduate degree at DePaul University after graduating from Jones College Preparatory High School. She has had the pleasure of working with students for over seven years. Joanna believes in approaching teaching with warmth and humor, building confidence in students to self-motivate their own progress. When not at BEC, Joanna enjoys practicing yoga, reading, and spending time outdoors. 

Liv
Born and raised in Chicago, Liv (she/her) is pursuing her passion for Global and International Studies at Michigan State University. She takes great pride in adopting a personalized learning approach, ensuring that every student enjoys a positive and enriching experience, leading to excellent outcomes. Outside of her academic pursuits, Liv embraces her creativity and loves to spend her free time baking delicious treats, indulging in music that soothes the soul, and cherishing wonderful moments with her friends.

Lucas
Lucas (he/him) is studying Economics and Political Science at Vanderbilt University. Hailing from a family of educators, Lucas is passionate about optimizing learning through relationship-building and a flexible, student-centered approach. Outside of his academic pursuits, Lucas enjoys watching Chicago Bears games and spending time with his beloved cat, General Bob.

Molly
Molly (she/her) graduated from Northwestern University with a degree in Anthropology and International Studies. Her passion for math also led her to minor in Data Science. Growing up with a learning disability, she grasps the unique ways that students learn and is dedicated to building confidence and individuality in each of her students. In her free time, she enjoys playing with her dog, traveling, and picking up new crafts!