Tutor Bios

Gillian Bush

I always knew I wanted to teach. In high school, I worked at the Homework Helpline and in college I was a Teaching Assistant. My first “real” job was as a teacher, and I’ve returned to education throughout my life. Here are some of the highlights!

Areas of Expertise:

  • Math: Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, Precalculus, Calculus (AP Calculus AB & AP Calculus BC), Statistics (AP Statistics)
  • Science: Chemistry, Honors Chemistry, AP Chemistry, Physics, Honors Physics, AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, AP Physics C
  • Standardized test prep: ISEE, SAT, ACT, LSAT

Work Experience:

  • Harvard-Westlake School (math & science teacher, tennis coach)
  • Los Angeles County Public Defender (attorney)
  • TestMasters (LSAT teacher, tutor, and teacher trainer)
  • Polytechnic School (math & science teacher, department chair, program director, cross country coach)
  • Windward School (science teacher, administrator, college counselor)
  • The Buckley School (math teacher, administrator)

Education:

  • Caltech, B.S. in Chemistry
  • Stanford Law School, J.D.

Cath Campbell

I have been an educator, teaching math at Harvard-Westlake School, for over 30 years. I am dedicated to creating an environment where curiosity is sparked, and students feel valued and supported. I am committed to understanding the individual needs of each student and I provide personalized support that goes beyond rote memorization and leads to a deep understanding of the concepts and the applications.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Math: Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry, Precalculus, Calculus (AP Calculus AB & AP Calculus BC), Statistics (AP Statistics)
  • Standardized test prep: ISEE, SAT, ACT

Education:

  • The University of Melbourne, B.S. in Mathematics

Chuck Neddermeyer

I bring over two decades of experience in education, leadership, and social responsibility to my tutoring practice. A seasoned teacher, school administrator, and social responsibility consultant, I have built transformative programs that empower students, especially those from marginalized backgrounds, to thrive academically and personally. With my deep expertise in supporting twice-exceptional (2E) students – those with both exceptional giftedness and learning challenges – I believe that education should be as dynamic and diverse as the students themselves.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Ancient Civilizations
  • World History
  • AP World History: Modern
  • AP European History
  • U.S. History
  • AP U.S. History (APUSH)
  • Geography & Global Studies
  • AP Human Geography
  • Civics & Government
  • Government & Politics (U.S. & Comparative)
  • Social Justice & Identity Studies
  • Social Movements in American History

Education:

  • Oakland University/University of Michigan, B.A. in History
  • Oxford University, Visiting Scholar, History of Education 
  • Wayne State University, MAT in Curriculum Design