ABOUT TUTORWORKS
TUTORWORKS INC, founded by Deanna Terzian in 2001, delivers direct academic services to thousands of learners a year and builds the educational technology our students use to succeed.
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TUTORWORKS has distinguished itself as a language learning expert, partnering with the military and with university faculty to build and test direct service models for high-dosage intervention and serious games for language learning.
TUTORWORKS has a proven track record of providing high quality academic services in California and Florida where we have taught foundational English language literacy to over 30,000 students in 145 public school districts in our research-based intervention programs. TUTORWORKS specializes in engaging multilingual learners and newcomers, as well as long-term-English learners who need additional academic support. We have developed extensive experience in helping and preparing students at all levels to succeed by utilizing innovative, hand-on learning activities and adaptive computer-based assessments. Our intervention model supports below-grade-level students to accelerate mastery of foundational skills and build higher-order thinking and inquiry skills. Our instructors are carefully selected and matched based on student needs and have proven that they are both knowledgeable and competent in each of the subjects they teach. ​
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TUTORWORKS has reached hundreds of thousands of language learners through its research-based software Explode the Code Online that teaches English literacy, and Mage Duel, its language learning serious game for practicing Mandarin, Spanish, Arabic, Russian and English.​
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TUTORWORKS’ language learning programs, both in-person and digital, succeed because we rigorously examine and improve them continuously. This allows us to effectively respond to diverse student needs and changing academic requirements within a structured program. The learning environments we create, both in-person and in-game, are highly motivational and are maximized by harnessing technology and a team-based approach.
OUR EXECUTIVE TEAM
TUTORWORKS is led by an executive team of experienced education, science and business leaders who all share the fundamental desire to explore and harness the best language learning approaches to accelerating mastery.
President & CEO
Deanna Terzian is the President and Chief Executive Officer of TUTORWORKS. Since it was founded in 2001 by Deanna, TUTORWORKS has delivered direct academic services to over 30,000 public school students in California and Florida and has developed advanced learning software that leverages superior educational platforms and adaptive AI-based software platforms. Deanna brings her extensive expertise and over 30 years’ experience as an educational entrepreneur and project manager to TUTORWORKS, including eighteen years’ experience managing software development for motivational eLearning products. Deanna is also the Co-founder of East Palo Alto Tennis and Tutoring Program, Stanford University and was the former Director Schools Programs at the Haas Center for Public Service, Stanford University. Deanna holds a B.A. in Public Policy, with distinction, from Stanford University and a M.B.A. in Business from the Haas School of Business and University of California, Berkeley.
“My passion is to create learning communities where students are guaranteed to receive the support
they need to achieve and master academic and life skills.”
Chief Scientist
Dr. Bruccoleri brings extensive expertise in research and innovation to his role as Chief Scientist at TUTORWORKS, which he joined in August 2022. With a proven track record of leading advanced R&D projects, he has spearheaded initiatives in space sensor development, computer vision, and artificial intelligence, managing every phase from concept creation to securing funding and execution. He holds a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from Texas A&M University and a Master’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Rome, Italy.
“My passion is to create opportunities for people to experience the wonder and joy of learning and achievement.”
Chief Academic Officer
Dr. Nicky Ramos-Beban brings extensive expertise in curriculum and instruction and organizational leadership to her role as Chief Academic Officer at TUTORWORKS, which she joined in 2019. Nicky is a senior lecturer in the Teacher Education Department at San Jose State University and the founder of Small Schools By Design, a small schools advocacy group. Nicky is the coauthor of Be the Change: Reinventing School for Student Success (Teachers College Press) and the recipient of the LaBowsky Award from Stanford University for Contributions to Teacher Education. Nicky earned a Bachelor of English and a Master of Education from Stanford University, a Master of Urban Education and Leadership from San Jose State University, and a Research Doctorate in Education from Stanford University.
“My passion lies in creating intelligent systems and pushing the boundaries of innovation and learning.”
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1350 Old Bayshore Hwy, Ste. 520
Burlingame, CA 94010
OUR EXECUTIVE TEAM
President & CEO
Deanna Terzian is the President andof TUTORWORKS. Since 2001, TUTORWORKS has delivered direct academic services to over 30,000 public school students in California and Florida and has developed advanced learning software that leverages superior educational platforms and adaptive AI-based software platforms. Deanna brings her extensive expertise and over 30 years’ experience as an educational entrepreneur and project manager to TUTORWORKS, including eighteen years’ experience managing software development for motivational eLearning products. Deanna is also the Co-founder of East Palo Alto Tennis and Tutoring Program, Stanford University and was the former Director Schools Programs at the Haas Center for Public Service, Stanford University. Deanna holds a B.A. in Public Policy, with distinction, from Stanford University and a M.B.A. in Business from the Haas School of Business and University of California, Berkeley.
Chief Academic Officer
“My passion is to create learning communities where students are guaranteed to receive
the support they need to achieve and master academic and life skills.”
Dr. Nicky Ramos-Beban brings extensive expertise in curriculum and instruction and organizational leadership to her role as Chief Academic Officer at TUTORWORKS, which she joined in 2019. Nicky is a senior lecturer in the Teacher Education Department at San Jose State University and the founder of Small Schools By Design, a small schools advocacy group. Nicky is the coauthor of Be the Change: Reinventing School for Student Success (Teachers College Press) and the recipient of the LaBowsky Award from Stanford University for Contributions to Teacher Education. Nicky earned a Bachelor of English and a Master of Education from Stanford University, a Master of Urban Education and Leadership from San Jose State University, and a Research Doctorate in Education from Stanford University.
Chief Scientist
Dr. Christian Bruccoleri Chief Scientist, TUTORWORKS Dr. Christian Bruccoleri brings extensive expertise in research and innovation to his role as Chief Scientist at TUTORWORKS, which he joined in August 2022. With a proven track record of leading advanced R&D projects, he has spearheaded initiatives in space sensor development, computer vision, and artificial intelligence, managing every phase from concept creation to securing funding and execution. He holds a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from Texas A&M University and a Master’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Rome, Italy.
JOIN OUR TEAM
Are you interested in joining our dynamic team? You can join a motivated and high energy team that creates transformational learning experiences for youth. Our programs not only help students improve their academic skills but also create an experience that helps them pursue mastery in other life endeavors. If you are interested in academic positions or want contact us at the link below and attach a resume:
CONTACT US
Ready to accelerate your learning? Contact us!
1350 Old Bayshore Hwy, Ste. 520
Burlingame, CA 94010