ABOUT US

WHY QUICK STARS TUTORING?

Quick Stars Tutoring is 100% committed to your child’s success. Our one-on-one tutoring gives students the undivided attention that is not always available in the classroom. By designing an individualized program for each student, we are able to meet his or her specific needs. Children learn and build confidence while having fun. We give personalized attention not only to students, but to parents as well. We listen to your concerns and keep you in close communication regarding your child’s progress.

Quick Stars Tutoring is not only for remedial students, but for average and gifted students as well. We challenge students at all levels to go beyond expectations and achieve long-term success. At Quick Stars, it is our true desire to create shining stars. We are very proud of our success rate, as we consistently produce outstanding students and overjoyed parents.

OUR STAFF

Quick Stars Tutoring has an accomplished and unparalleled staff. Our tutors are simply the best. All Quick Stars’ tutors have associate degrees at minimum, and most have bachelor’s and/or master’s degrees. Our tutors are professional, motivating, highly skilled and well-trained with Quick Stars’ specific methods that are proven to work.

Ms. Tracy, Owner and Director of Quick Stars Tutoring, graduated from Punahou school with honors and an advanced placement curriculum. She attended Claremont Mckenna College and graduated from the University of Hawai’i with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Ms. Tracy has tutored for 30 years and opened Quick Stars in 2004.

Mr. Kyle is a brilliant and versatile tutor who currently teaches at Mililani High School. He graduated magna cum laude from Hawai’i Pacific University with a bachelor’s in communication. He has a master’s in secondary education from the University of Phoenix. While Mr. Kyle is excellent with students of all ages, his specialty subjects are high school math and test prep. He has played an integral role at Quick Stars for seven years.

Ms. Theta is an experienced and seasoned tutor who has over 35 years of tutoring experience. She has a degree in mathematics from Humboldt State University and has successfully home-schooled her five children. Ms. Theta goes above and beyond to help her students succeed and has worked at Quick Stars for over ten years, teaching a variety of subjects.

Ms. Meghan is a patient and bright tutor who has been an asset to Quick Stars for over ten years. She attended the University of Oregon and obtained a B.A. in English from the University of Hawai’i. Her specialty subjects are English, writing and test prep.

Ms. Erin is a lively and highly requested tutor who is an academic coach at Nanakuli Elementary. She has a bachelor’s in psychology and a master of education in teaching from the University of Hawai’i. Her specialty is elementary education and she has been with Quick Stars for six years.

Ms. Kris is an enthusiastic and mature tutor who has taught at Quick Stars for over ten years. She received a B.A. in art and a professional diploma in elementary education from the University of Hawai’i. Her specialty subjects are phonics and beginning reading.

Mr. Vi is an animated and spirited tutor who taught high school chemistry, physics, biology, and earth science for nine years. He has a bachelor’s degree in biology and chemistry from the University of Hawai’i Manoa and a master’s in physical chemistry from the University of California, Irvine. Mr. Vi currently works as a chemist for the Department of Health. He specializes in science, but also teaches reading, writing, and math from pre-k to high school. He has been with Quick Stars for four years.

Ms. Linda is a warm and nurturing tutor. She has a bachelor of science and a master of business from University of Phoenix in San Jose, California. She earned a Certificate of Completion for Career and Technical Education from Leeward Community College, and also obtained her teacher’s license. She has extensive business and technical experience, both in the U.S. and in Asia. Her specialty subjects are Japanese, English, finance and technology and she has tutored at Quick Stars for five years.

Ms. Sheila is a professional and effective tutor who enjoys helping students succeed.  She has a bachelor of arts in education from the University of Findlay and a master’s in curriculum studies from the University of Hawai’i Manoa.  For the past 22 years, she has taught English at Mililani High School.  She has been with Quick Stars for five years, and is eager to help students with writing, reading, English and test prep.

Mr. Phillip is an outgoing and friendly tutor who teaches reading, writing, and math. He majored in education with a minor in Asian studies from Oregon State University. He is outstanding with preschool to middle school students and has been with Quick Stars for two years.

Ms. Jenn is a charismatic and dedicated tutor who has a bachelor of education with a concentration in elementary education from the University of Hawai’i, West O’ahu. She has worked as a para-professional tutor, educational assistant and substitute teacher for the Hawai’i DOE. She can teach a wide range of subjects and has experience with special education students who have dyslexia, ADHD and autism. She has tutored at Quick Stars for two years.

Ms. Michele is an articulate and bubbly tutor.  She graduated magna cum laude from California State Fullerton with a B.A. in child and adolescent development.  She is adept with students of all ages, and her specialty subject is math.

Mr. Cody is a highly qualified and bright tutor who has a bachelor of secondary education in mathematics from the University of Hawai’i and a master of education from Merrimack College. He is a full-time high school math teacher at University Lab School. He teaches algebra, geometry, algebra II, and math SAT prep.

Ms. Val is an eloquent and upbeat tutor who has great rapport with her students.  She holds degrees of bachelor of science in business management and master of business administration from the University of Phoenix. Ms. Val has been with Quick Stars for over a year and her specialty is reading and writing for elementary students.

Ms. Tiffany is a skilled and creative tutor who has a bachelor degree in communication with a minor in history from Jacksonville State University. She teaches pre-K to middle school students and has experience with special education students with dyslexia, ADHD and autism.

Ms. Cathy is an organized and fun tutor who teaches at Nanakuli Elementary. She holds a bachelor’s in political science and sociology from the University of Hawai’i and a master’s in elementary education from University of Phoenix. She has been with Quick Stars for six years and is comfortable tutoring pre-school through middle school students.

Ms. Sam is a fresh and energetic tutor who has a bachelor of science in early childhood education from Grand Canyon University.  She has training with special education students who have autism. Ms. Sam is adored by students, and she tutors pre-K to grade 6.

Ms. Adrienne is an encouraging and positive tutor who is highly popular with preschool to elementary-age students. She is graduating in 2022 with a degree in business administration from the University of Hawai’i West Oahu.