Annie was born and raised in Miami, Florida. She attended and graduated Florida State University with a bachelor's and a master's degree in Psychology. Annie discovered that there is a great need for specialized tutoring in the Tallahassee area and opened Tutors for Tally in May of 2017. With her unique skill set and knowledge in multiple learning styles, she has been able to successfully help numerous students. Annie makes it a priority to ensure that each family that attends Tutors for Tally receives the highest quality of services. When Annie isn't working, she enjoys spending time with her family and studying the Bible, and traveling.
Kimberly earned her bachelor's degree in Linguistics from the University of Florida, graduating in 2014. Some of her past positions include being an Administrative Assistant and teaching ESE Pre-K. Kimberly served as the Assistant Director at TFT for a year and a half before being promoted to Director. As the Director, she makes it a priority to build a relationship with each family that receives services at TFT. Kimberly serves as an advocate for students and has helped to bridge the communication gap between teachers, parents, and other service providers to ensure the success of all students. When Kimberly is not working, she enjoys playing guitar, painting, and spending time outdoors with her family.
Maricela Albers has been with Tutors for Tally since the day it opened. She has over 8 years of experience as an administrative assistant and loves to meet and make meaningful connections with every family that walks into Tutors for Tally. Mrs. Albers loves her job and is very successful at ensuring that the administrative tasks are completed in a timely manner to ensure company success. You will always find her with a smile on her face.
Ms. Pearson was born in Tallahassee, FL. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education/Exceptional Student Education and a masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of West Florida. Ms. Pearson has been teaching for 6 years. She has 2 adorable pugs named Evie and Sushi. Ms. Pearson loves to teach students and help them be the best version of themselves. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, reading, movies, and drinking an amazing cup of coffee.
Ms. James received her Master of Science Degree from Western Michigan University and her Bachelor of Science Degree from FAMU. She has taught mathematics to middle and high school students for over 35 years. Ms. James loves helping students learn and understand the world of mathematics. During her free time she enjoys spending time with family and friends and attending FAMU events.
Mrs. Justice was raised in Tallahassee, Florida. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from Flagler College. She has taught multiple grade levels and really enjoys the tutoring environment where she can work 1 on 1 with students. In her spare time she enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with her son and her dog Gretel.
Mrs. Groover was born and raised in Georgia. She received her bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, and her master's degree in Learning and Behavior Disorders from the University of Louisville. She earned her National Board Certification as an early childhood through young adulthood exceptional needs specialist while teaching in Tallahassee at Kate Sullivan Elementary. She taught students from Kindergarten to SAT prep classes and taught several different exceptionalities in Florida and Indiana. She is a Master Gardener, loves to to be in the garden, and is a prolific reader.
Mrs. Caito was raised in Tallahassee, Florida and recently graduated from Florida State University. She received a Bachelor’s Degree in Creative Writing with a minor in Anthropology. She has over ten years of experience working with children and has taught multiple grade levels, mainly preschool through middle school. Mrs. Caito has a passion for connecting with students and inspiring a love of learning and storytelling. She loves her pets and enjoys reading, writing, creating art, and going on walks with friends.
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Mr. Christopher Austin is a graduate of Florida A&M University with degrees in Economics and Pure Mathematics and a Minor in Business. He is currently attending Florida State University where he is studying for his MBA with concentrations Business Analysis and Data Analytics. Mr. Austin has seven years of math tutoring experience at the undergraduate level at Florida A&M, specializing in educating students in both one-on-one and group settings. He is a certified Master level tutor with the National Tutoring Association. He loves training for long term goals and is currently studying Project Management and Business Analysis in his spare time.
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Ms. Benton is from Miami, Florida and is completing a Bachelors of Music Education with a minor in chemistry at Florida State University. She hopes to either attend medical school or become a high school band director. She has 5 years of tutoring experience ranging from music to chemistry. In her free time, Ms. Benton likes to do jigsaw puzzles, play board games, and practice the euphonium.
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Ms. Girard received her bachelors at FSU and has lived in Tallahassee for over 20 years. Since highschool she has had a love for helping others in academics. Ms. Girard decided to homeschool her own children for many years and complimented that with homeschool co-ops and adventures. She's been teaching in a traditional elementary classroom for 5 years now and loves the unique opportunity at TFT to work with students 1-on-1 for extended time. Her children are now 13 and 20. In their free time they enjoy cooking together, board games and adventures.
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Ms. Scrimgeour is originally from Maryland, but came to Florida for high school and college. She graduated with a Bachelor’s in English from Florida State University in 2024 and is currently working on a Bachelor’s in Music Education at FSU. She has experience tutoring and working with all ages and abilities, and has had many opportunities interning around local schools in Tallahassee. Ms. Scrimgeour teaches multiple subjects and enjoys helping young students learn. She loves to read and has her own free little library to share books with her community. She has a dog named Nole who she loves to travel and explore with.