tutors
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Linda Avery
Director
Linda is a homeschool veteran of 29 years and a foundational leader at The Bridge Tutorial, where she serves as Director. She has been part of The Bridge community for over 18 years, helping shape its vision, culture, and commitment to academic excellence and Christ-centered learning. Her leadership reflects both deep experience and a genuine love for families navigating the homeschool journey.
With a degree in Electrical Engineering, Linda brings both analytical precision and practical wisdom to the classroom. She has a particular passion for teaching math and physics, helping students not only understand complex concepts but grow in confidence as problem solvers and critical thinkers. Her engineering background strengthens her ability to connect abstract principles to real-world application.
Linda has homeschooled all 10 of her children from pre-K through 12th grade, giving her a unique perspective on long-term academic planning, developmental stages, and the rhythms of family life. She understands firsthand the joys and challenges of homeschooling and delights in encouraging other parents along the way.
Outside of teaching and leadership, Linda enjoys traveling, spending time with her children and grandbabies, cooking for family and friends, hosting (large!) gatherings, and savoring a really good cup of coffee.
Angela Seymour
Angela believes that children deserve a Christ-centered education based on God's Word. She homeschooled her children and has taught in private Christian K-4 and K-5 settings. Angela believe learning God's Word is a lifelong pursuit and wants to instill these qualities in her students. She enjoys teaching English, etymology, and Biblical worldview classes.
Ann Norwood
Ann has worked with the homeschool community in various roles for over ten years. She has taught at two different homeschooling co-ops, and her children started their homeschool journey three years ago. Ann also tutored high school and college essay writing and literature online for Tutor.com, a company of Princeton Review, for eight years. She loves to teach writing, to read, and to learn new languages. She graduated from Middle TN State University with teaching certifications in English and Spanish, and is a Registered IEW Instructor. She has taught in various settings (public, private, co-op, online tutoring), but she considers her greatest achievement to be educating her own children.
Our Tutors
Amanda Thompson
Amanda has taught in private schools for 7 years, teaching math classes that range from Algebra 1 to AP Calculus.
She was the math department head for 3 years before taking a leave to stay home with her 2 young children. She has a Bachelor’s degree in secondary education, focused in mathematics.
Ashley Roebuck
Ashley is a veteran teacher with over 20 years of experience. She graduated from Liberty University with a BS in Education and minored in Psychology and Christian Counseling.
As a homeschooling mom of two, she is passionate about education and strives to come along side parents to help students succeed and develop a love of learning. Ashley has been married to her husband, Randy, for 18 years and enjoys traveling, working on her farm, and serving in her church.
Brandy Oliver
Brandy's main goal in teaching is help students know they were created by God and for Him through the lens of a Christian worldview. Math and science declare His glory! She has a Bachelor of Science in Education with several years of teaching in private, public, and yes homeschool settings. Brandy is experienced teaching history, STEM classes, math, and science.
Christin Davis
Christin Davis has been a licensed K–8 educator for more than twenty-five years. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Union University and later received her certification in Gifted Education from Vanderbilt University. Christin spent 17 years teaching in Memphis City Schools, where she viewed her classroom as a mission field and delighted in finding creative ways to show the love of Jesus to every student who walked through her door.
Christin met and married her husband, Scott, twelve years ago. After welcoming their two boys—Reed (10) and Ryan (8)—she felt called to homeschool and has been teaching them at home for the past six years. While her sons attend The Bridge Tutorial, Christin serves faithfully as the school librarian. She loves engaging with students, helping them discover great books, and pointing them to Christ through everyday conversations.
She believes the best path to becoming a strong reader is simple: read, read, read!
Christin enjoys sewing, exploring new places with her family, and—of course—getting lost in a good book.
Erin Robbins
Erin loves teaching children new things and especially teaching them about the God who loves them! She has a bachelor's degree in education and a master's in literacy instruction. Erin has taught 2nd grade at Northpoint Christian Academy, Mighty Oaks Cottage School, and Hope Presbyterian. She was also an IEW-certified instructor at the Bridge, teaching 7-9th graders in various writing classes for eleven years. In her elementary classes, Erin believes that children learn best when they experience a wonderful balance of structure, exploration, practice, inquiry, modeling, repetition, experimentation, memorization, and fun! She is excited to once again help Bridge families with their homeschooling journey.
Jillian Wood
Jillian Wood holds a Bachelor of Professional Studies in Child Development and Family Studies from the University of Memphis. She was homeschooled throughout her entire academic career, giving her a unique appreciation for individualized learning and flexible educational approaches.
She has experience as a pre-school teacher at Grace Saint Luke's and as substitute teacher at St. Mary’s Episcopal School, working with young children in classroom instruction, music, and daily routines. Jillian has also served as a nanny and academic tutor, supporting early elementary students with schoolwork, structure, and skill development. She is passionate about helping students build strong academic foundations in a nurturing, structured, and personalized learning environment.
Kate Schneidau
Kate graduated with a B.S. in Elementary Education from Oral Roberts University. She has a passion for teaching and has homeschooled her 4 children for the last 23 years. Prior to that, Kate taught 5th grade in the Shelby County Public Schools and the Owasso Public Schools. She enjoys making learning fun by simplifying complex concepts using a multisensory approach within her classroom and curriculum. With Kate, students will enjoy hands-on activities and experiments as well as collaborative learning experiences. Kate loves connecting with students as a coach and helping them to reach their full potential.
Kim Bryant
Kim loves working with kids of all ages and desires for each child to know how much God loves them and that He desires a relationship with them. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene and a Master of Arts in Christian Education. Kim currently teaches kindergarten at a cottage school and first grade Sunday school at her church.
For the past ten years, she and her husband have enjoyed coaching children\'s sports together. They have two boys (10 and 7) who keep them active and on their toes.
Larissa Dacus
Larissa Dacus will be teaching Biology and Chemistry at The Bridge Tutorial, bringing both a strong science background and a deep love for the Lord into the classroom. With a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and experience in the medical field, she has a particular passion for the life sciences, including biology and anatomy.
As a dedicated homeschool mom of three, Larissa embraces a Charlotte Mason–inspired philosophy blended with classical elements, presenting students with a rich feast of ideas while cultivating a love of learning through a Biblical worldview. She is actively involved in her church through music and student ministry, and her steadfast walk with Christ shapes both her teaching and her desire to disciple students well.
Larissa looks forward to helping students discover the beauty, order, and design of God’s creation through the study of science.
Mark Oliver
Mark loves ministering God’s Word, especially to young people. A working understanding of the narrative of Scripture, from Genesis to Revelation, is so important for today’s students. (2 Timothy 3:16-17). Mark received his Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministries from Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary, and he is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Biblical Counseling from Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary.
Mark and his wife, Brandy, love being a homeschool family. Mark currently serves as the Kid’s Minister in a local church. Mark loves enjoying God’s amazing Creation in the great outdoors, especially while working his own little farm.
Pam Brant
Pam graduated from Christian Brothers University with a BS in accounting; and subsequently, obtained professional certifications in fraud, internal auditing, and business management (CFE, CIA, CBM). Additionally, she pursued an education in the Spanish language where she developed a heart for missions to the local and international Spanish community. She has a God-given passion for teaching, with a focus on building educational foundations that encourage the fulfillment of God’s good purpose in the lives of students. Pam has taught at The Bridge Tutorial since 2010.
Paul Dacus
Paul Dacus will be teaching Consumer Math at The Bridge Tutorial, equipping students with practical financial skills grounded in Biblical wisdom. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Studies with a minor in Naval Science and Italian.
Paul serves full-time as a pastor at theRefuge Church and has extensive experience teaching both students and adults through preaching, apologetics, and student ministry. He is passionate about helping young people think critically, steward their resources wisely, and apply God’s truth to everyday life.
With a heart for discipleship and a commitment to Christ-centered education, Paul looks forward to helping students build confidence and real-world math skills that will serve them well beyond the classroom.