Our Story

Anita’s experience as an educator and advisor dates back over three decades. She has taught and led teams in leading international schools in Mumbai and is responsible for leading our teacher recruitment and teacher training.

Chirag is a Computer Engineering graduate from Georgia Tech and was the recipient of the 2009 Georgia Tech Leader of the Year award. Post graduation, he helped large US companies implement new systems as a part of Deloitte Consulting. He also founded companies such as PaperVideo, Mosaic, and iChef. At AP Guru, Chirag creates curriculum and mentors students with test specific strategies. 

Sneha graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with dual degrees in Actuarial Science and Business Honours. At AP Guru, she focuses on employing digital-age learning to enhance standardized test preparation instruction and create personalized learning experiences for every student.‍

Sagar has a master’s degree in Math and Statistics. He is a passionate teacher who has been actively teaching since the age of 14. He has more than 16 years of experience in teaching SAT/ACT, AP Calculus, AP Statistics, and IB Math. He holds a leadership position at AP Guru and is responsible for teacher recruitment and training, among other things at AP Guru.‍

Shubha graduated with an Honors in Cell and Molecular Biology from Brown University. After graduating, she worked in her family business for a few years before discovering her passion for teaching and mentoring young students. Shubha believes in developing a strong bond with each of her students to guide and inspire them to achieve their maximum potential.‍

Shagun has completed her Bachelor's degree in Business Management from Temple University with a Major in Accounting and Minors in Finance and MIS.  Shagun is an integral part of AP Guru - first as a tutor and now as a part of the management team.

Rohan completed his master’s in Computer Science from Carnegie Mellon University. Post graduation, he worked in diverse roles such as consulting and full stack developer. He has co-founded Bloombench, an online LIVE learning platform to learn computer programming online in an interactive and personalized manner. Rohan teaches IB and AP Computer Science at AP Guru.

A passionate teacher, Gauri has been teaching SAT and ACT English for 12 years. She holds an MA in English language and literature and an MPhil in English literature (British and Commonwealth) from Pune University. She intends to start working on her Ph.D. in English Language soon.

Matthew is an educator with over 9 years of test preparation teaching and tutoring experience, as well as top-notch interpersonal and communication skills. He has been teaching the verbal sections of the SAT since 2010. He is a graduate of the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill.

Nick has been an academic and test prep tutor for 9 years. He graduated from UC Berkeley with dual degrees in English Literature and Economic Analysis. During his junior year, Nick studied at the University of Cambridge, where he intensified his studies of English texts and economic theory. When not teaching, Nick is found playing pick-up basketball or watching the latest HBO series.

Chris is a graduate of Harvard University and works in educational content development, producing SAT practice material and study guides for various subjects.

Anirudha graduated from UC Davis with a Ph.D. in theoretical condensed matter physics in 2021. He was a lecturer at the Physics Department at UC Davis and has an overall teaching experience of 17 years. Anirudha also holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and completed an M.S. in physics from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2015.

Aakash has an engineering degree from Pune University and has conducted research at IIT Mumbai. He is a full-time passionate tutor, specializing in AP and IB Math and Physics courses along with SAT, ACT, and AMC Tests.

Georgy has completed his masters in English with a focus on Literary and Cultural Studies. He pursued PhD in Literary and Cultural studies from the Centre for Studies in Social Sciences. He teaches AP, IB, IGCSE, SAT, ACT, and GMAT.

Sona is an English teacher with a Bachelor's Degree in English from Calcutta University. She holds a B.Ed. in English and a Master's in History. She has completed several certificate programs online from UC Berkeley on Shakespeare and Jane Austen. She has extensive experience in teaching English for the IGCSE and the IB curriculum, along with the Verbal Ability Sections of the SAT, AP, GMAT, and ACT.

Ellen Valladares is an award-winning author and freelance writer. She has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Florida and has been professionally writing and editing for over 30 years. 

Karan has a Master's degree in Math from Mumbai University. He has over 10 years of experience preparing students for professional and entrance exams. His focus areas are Mathematics and Statistics. He likes to decode abstract concepts with easy-to-understand examples. In the words of Einstein, “If you can’t explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough.”

Rahul pursued his M.Sc. in microbiology from Mumbai University, and he has been teaching chemistry for more than 12 years. He has taught students from around the world in higher level chemistry for IB, AP, A Level, and university students.

Anoushka graduated from FLAME University, Pune, with a degree in Literary & Cultural Studies and Theatre. She has contributed to reputed print and digital publications such as The Hindu, Condé Nast Traveler India, and The Culture Trip. An emerging writer, she is skilled in shaping personal narratives and editing pieces of writing for ideas, structure, and clarity.‍

Aarif has a Mechanical Engineering degree and a Master’s in education from Mumbai University. He has more than 12 years of experience helping students prepare for Mathematics in professional and entrance exams.

Shreemayee is a content writer and editor who has been featured by leading publications like  Firstpost, The Telegraph, and other publications. As a content writer, she is skilled in shaping personal narratives and editing pieces of writing for ideas, structure, and clarity.‍

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Energetic and engaging, Ms. Swati has been teaching SAT, ACT, and other admission tests for over 12 years. She has also taught students Psychology, Sociology, & Business Studies.

Arpit did his M.Tech in 2018 from VJTI, Mumbai, and conducted research at IIT, Mumbai. In the past 8 years, Arpit has taught Math to students for IB, AP, Math Olympiads, SAT, and ACT. He has always focused on adapting with time and providing all the help and support needed to students to achieve the best in their academic careers.

Azim is a passionate Math teacher with 14 years of experience. He teaches SAT, ACT, AP Calculus, IB, and A-level classes.

He aims to cultivate a deep understanding and appreciation for the subject among students and create a stimulating and inclusive learning environment that encourages active participation and fosters a growth mindset.

Ritesh is an experienced mathematics teacher with a proven track record of fostering student learning and engagement. He is skilled in curriculum development, lesson planning, and assessment design. Highly collaborative and adept at building solid relationships with students, colleagues, and parents, he aims to create a supportive learning environment and promote a lifelong appreciation of Mathematics in his students.

A speech and drama facilitator and an English tutor, Mariam is passionate about sharing her love for communication and the English language. She has a master's degree in international relations from the University of Birmingham and has experience working in varied roles in India, Dubai, and the UK.

Shuchita is a specialised Faculty of Economics with 10 years of Teaching experience at Delhi University. She is an economics graduate from Delhi University, has an MBA in finance, and is a certified soft skills trainer from the National Skills Institute of India. Her teaching style is interactive, gives individual attention, and focuses on the child's growth.

Vishak is a passionate and dedicated Math teacher with 14 years of experience. He holds a Masters in Math and Statistics from IIT Guwahati. He also has 6 years of experience in SAT, ACT, AP Calculus, IB, and A-level classes. He provides individualized support and guidance, offering extra help and resources to students who require additional assistance. 

Avinash is a Physics educator committed to empowering students through education. With 3 years of expertise in IB, AP, SAT, NEET, and JEE Physics, he is passionate about helping students by adopting a coherent, supportive, and engaging teaching approach to equip students with the necessary skills on a transformative educational journey towards academic excellence.

Arushi is a B.Sc. Chemistry (hons.) from Sharda University. She has been teaching since 2020 and has mentored almost 500+ students for different examinations. She has taught AP, IGCSE, IB, and AS/A level Chemistry. She has also done research work in computational chemistry.

After completing engineering from NIT Warangal in Electrical and Electronics, Naveen joined the coaching industry as a Subject Matter Expert in Physics. He has put his experiential knowledge into leveraging students for these exams. In the last 4 years of his teaching experience, he has mentored hundreds of students for their competitive exams and assisted IB, AP, IGCSE, and A-level students.

Rupali loves automation and works as a robotics engineer for a living. She was an alumnus of NIT Nagpur and has contributed to multiple national and international projects on robotics. She loves to teach as it helps her simplify complex topics. Simplicity is the key.

Kavita is a practising MD with over 14 years of clinical and teaching experience. She teaches biology for AP, IB, GCSE, and other boards. She also tutors medical and pre-medical students in basic medical sciences. She enjoys one-on-one tutoring the most as it allows for an individualistic and innovative approach to the subject.

J.S. has a degree in Education and completed his TESOL Certification from Arizona State University. J.S. has a master's degree in Psychology and has been a professional K12 teacher providing teaching, mentorship, and corrective guidance in English. He has 14 years of experience teaching the ICSE, IGCSE, and IB Curriculums and mentoring students for reasoning examinations such as SAT and ACT.

Ashima is a passionate and dedicated facilitator with a profound love for the English language. With years of experience in the field, she possesses a deep understanding of the subject. She seeks to employ innovative and interactive teaching methods, creating an engaging learning environment that promotes active participation and fosters a flair for learning.

Teena has a Bachelor of Engineering from RGTU University, Bhopal. She specializes in teaching mathematics for JEE, SAT, AMC, and ACT tests, along with IB Maths, which she has been teaching for over 10 years. 

Yashaswini graduated with a bachelor's degree in English Literature and has completed her B.Ed in English Pedagogy and MA in Education. She has 5 years of teaching experience and has taught students of diverse nationalities.

Rahul is a postgraduate in Statistics from IIT, Kanpur. He has worked on various projects teaching Statistics since 2017 at the high school to university level, like AP Statistics, Business Statistics, A-level Further Statistics, Statistical Inference, Probability, and Mathematical Statistics.

Bhanu has a Masters in Engineering from Mumbai university.

She is Confident, Versatile and energetic teacher. With 8 years of teaching experience in coding and other areas, she tries to impart skills to students. She has a flexible style of teaching. Her subject expertise includes technical as well as non-technical subjects. Teaching is her Passion and she makes sure to justify it well.

Konika, a professional online tutor, has more than 5 years of experience in developing and delivering Test-Prep programs (SAT, ACT, PSAT, LSAT, GMAT) for learners across India, USA, UK, Canada and Dubai.

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She graduated with a B.A. in English and holds a Triple Distinction in English Assessment from UNSW, Australia and a C-2 level certification in Language Training from EF, Lucerne, Switzerland.

Manish holds a B Tech in Civil Engineering from Veermata Jijabai Technological University (VJTI). Having Structural Designing Experience, he teaches concepts easily with practical applications & real-life relevancy to students. He enjoys teaching math across various curricula – SAT, ACT, AP, GCSE, A-Level, IB, and IITJEE. He wants to create an impact on the learning journey of students by inculcating a love for creative problem solving.

Pratik is an educator who has an experience of more than seven years, teaching the verbal section of various competitive exams. His students have been of various ages and educational backgrounds. He is also a freelance content writer and editor.

Sayantika is a standardized test tutor (SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, IGCSE, and TOEFL) with over 6 years of experience in the overseas education and ed-tech domain. She has excellent customer service history and work ethic. She is skilled in developing individually tailored student study plans to accommodate a wide variety of learning styles and adept at explaining complex language-related concepts in clear and accessible ways.

With more than 7 years of experience in teaching Mathematics, Simran has established herself as a leader in this domain.  

After graduating, with honors, from the prestigious Lady Shri Ram College for Women, University of Delhi, and earning her post-graduation, in honors, from the prestigious Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, she is leading to expand her forte in Mathematics by imparting education across the globe.

Swapnali has more than 5 years of teaching experience in Math. She has an Master’s degree in mathematics and is an expert in teaching Mathematics from grade 6 to12. She has also helped students achieve their scores exams like PSAT, SAT, ACT. Her classes are engaging She always believes in dialogue instead of monologue which establishes great interaction with student. This helps in making learning fun and a supportive learning environment

Hemakshi has done her MA in Psychology from Panjab University with a specialisation in Positive Psychology and Research Methodology. She is a dedicated learner and works to make her lessons engaging and interesting for her students.

Vikas is a Graduate from NIT-Jalandhar, with a Decade of Experience of teaching chemistry and helping students crack the toughest of exams. He likes to focus on the basics of every topic, so that Chemistry becomes the favorite subject of the student.

Nandita has completed her Master's degree in English from Mahatma Gandhi University. She holds a CertTESOL certificate and a B. Ed in English. She has over two years of experience teaching English at school and college levels.

Laksh has a master’s degree in Economics. He is a dynamic teacher with more than 8 years of experience in teaching AP Economics, IB Economics, AS and A-levels, IGCSE along with CBSE, ISCE and ISC. He is passionate about helping students by adopting a coherent, supportive, and engaging teaching approach to equip them with the necessary skills on a transformative educational journey towards academic excellence.

A postgraduate in Mathematics from Delhi University, Shreya has qualified NET, CTET and GATE in Mathematics. She also has B.Ed degree and have worked as an Assistant Professor for 10 years. A seasoned coach for IB Board and SAT/ACT/AP classes, Shreya is a passionate and dedicated teacher. She loves to guide students and help them grow their critical thinking abilities to achieve success through life.

Eman has done her Bachelor's in English and Psychology. She is currently pursuing her MA in Music Education from Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance, London, and has studied the learning patterns of students in depth and molded her teaching accordingly. She has 4 years of teaching experience, with students ranging from ages 6 to 50, and is brilliant in working with students with special needs.

With 11 years of experience in teaching and e-learning, Preeti has immense experience in tutoring and grooming students from various international boards like IB, AP and IGCSE. She has acquired her M.Sc with B.Ed and works towards the overall development of students.

A postgraduate in Physics, Bibhusit has been a passionate researcher and educationist. He has been a part of various astrophysics research projects at ARIES, IISc and RRI. He is an accomplished teacher for students pursuing AP Physics, A Level and IB board. He also has 5+ years of online teaching experience.

Shirshendu holds a BTech in Engineering Physics from IIT Delhi and a Masters in Statistics. He is passionate about teaching physics. He also loves reading, traveling and sports.

Maharnab has pursued B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from IIT Roorkee and has over 5 years of teaching experience. He specializes in Maths and Physics for JEE, AP, IB, IGCSE, MYP, A-levels and SAT.

Tejaswini has acquired her certifications for Spanish language from Pune University. She is a post-graduate in Earth science and has been teaching Spanish for more than 3 years. Her experience involves teaching students from various academic backgrounds including IB and IGCSE. She expresses a passionate relation with teaching and works towards bringing out the best in her students.

Angelica is a French Language Expert (DELF B2 certified in French) who is passionate about teaching this beautiful language and its cultural nuances to students of all boards. She works at an MNC as a French Translator and feels that her in-depth knowledge of French can make learning this foreign language very simple for learners of all ages.

With an inherent urge to teach from the basics, Anas encourages his students to involve rather than just study. He has been an Accounts and Business Studies teacher for more than 4 years. He is a UGC NET qualified Ph.D scholar, and he has also cleared his STET. Anas uses his online and offline teaching experiences to prepare his students for various exams.

A dedicated educator with an unwavering passion for the realm of History, Radhika believes in shaping eager minds into lifelong learners, and is convinced that the fusion of pedagogy and history is the key to nurturing great scholars. With over a decade of teaching experience, the teacher is currently an IBDP History & MYP I&S Faculty with an International school. She has always placed the student at the heart of the learning journey, surpassing the boundaries of a standard curriculum. Radhika is a graduate from Miranda House, Delhi University and a post graduate in History and Tourism Management.

A B.Tech in mechanical Engineering from IIT Roorkee, Royal is passionate about finding out basic rules that govern phenomena on large scale. The excitement of deducing complex problems from these simple rules drives him. Competitive exams provide the excitement of finding new challenges in the world of Physics. Therefore, guiding students to excellence is not just a job but a zealous exercise for Royal.

Economics graduate from St. Xavier's College, Kolkata,  Sreya holds a masters degree from University of Calcutta and B.Ed (trained in teaching Economics) from St. Xavier's College.  She has several years of experience in teaching Economics. She had interned with UNDP in India. Her work experience includes the job as freelance Subject Matter Expert (Economics) in a company. She has been teaching the subject Economics to high school students for the past few years.

A chemical engineer from Institute of Chemical Technology, Maurine has turned to into an experienced Chemistry tutor with more than 6 years of experience helping students crack competitive exams like JEE and NEET, and for boards like IGCSE and IB. Her main focus is to build the foundation and to develop problem solving skills in chemistry.

Shreya is a post graduate in English Laguage Nd Literature from Kerala University. She has cleared her NET and JRF examinations to qualify for lectureship. Currently, she is pursuing her Ph.D. from Amrita University. Her career also includes teaching experience of 4 years for SAT, ACT, GCSE and IGCSE students.

With a Master's degree in Public Policy from Mount Carmel College, Bengaluru, Malya is a passionate educator with profound love for the English and Economics. With 5 years of experience in the field, she possesses a deep understanding of the subject. She seeks to employ innovative and interactive teaching methods, creating an engaging learning environment that promotes active participation and fosters a flair for learning.

A B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering from IIT Roorkee, Anshul has more than 10 years of experience in preparing students for competitive exams like IIT and JEE. With good communication and presentation skills, the teacher has been grooming students from various boards.

Vaishalee graduated from the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Tirupati with a BSMS specialized in Mathematics. She has mentored students for various competitive exams and believes in exploring math by simplifying intricate problems into simpler ones.

Devangana has over 1.8 years of experience as a Human Resource Manager, specializing in recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and training. She excels in talent integration, skill enhancement, and fostering positive employee relations for optimal productivity.

Sudeep is a graduate in Mathematics from University of Calcutta. He has been efficiently helping students with their homework, test preparation and other academic needs related to Mathematics.

With a rich teaching history spanning over 6 years, Sheeza brings a wealth of expertise to the field of biology. Holding a masters degree in Botany and currently engrossed in the captivating realm of pharmacognosy research,she is a passionate educator dedicated to imparting knowledge to students of all levels.
Her fervor for teaching extends to a diverse range of students, from those embarking on their premedical journeys to individuals tackling biology at the AP, IB, A-Level, and GCSE tiers. The mission is clear: to make this biology accessible, engaging, and inspirational for every student.

With years of experience in teaching Maths to students from various boards, Hrishikesh enjoys the challenge in developing skills for critical thinking and problem solving within his students. A creative content developer for Maths, Hrishikesh has designed and integrated lesson plans based on the K-12 curriculum, AP Calculus, SAT, ACT, and High School Math for US Curriculum. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Science and Maths from University of Gorakhpur, and have been teaching students from IGCSE, UK and US curriculum for more than 15 years.

Nikita has been working as a teacher, trainer and professor for more than 13 years in Indore. She has acquired her graduation degree in commerce stream and has also gained CA-IPCC. She is presently pursuing her CA Finals. She would soon join the B.Ed qualified teachers group. Her experience includes teaching in renowned institutions that have IB, A Level and IGCSE students.

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Nitika is a seasoned online lecturer who consistently integrates practicality into her classes creating an immersive hands-on learning experience virtually.
Currently she is pursuing a Ph.D. in Mathematics, holding a B.Ed, Masters, and Honors degree in Mathematics. She also has over 8 years of active teaching career specializing in a variety of Mathematics curricula pertaining to Senior Secondary and Higher Education.

A post graduate in History, Diya has extensive experience in the field of academics for 16 years. She had worked as HOD in Delhi Public School in Nepal. She has also been the senior coordinator in GD Goenka. A professional life coach, she is an enthusiast and energetic person in the team.

Mansha has completed her Master's degree in Arts from Mumbai University with a Major in History and Minors in Education and Psychology. She supervises the academic coordination for international students and is a vital member of team AP Guru. She loves to read books and has created content for blogs and websites in the past.

Anu is a dynamic engineer turned manager with more than 10 years of experience in academic operations. She is passionate about helping students achieve excellent learning outcomes. She handles the coordination for online classes at AP Guru.

Priyanka Pandey has done her Bachelor's degree in Business Management in Finance from Mumbai University. She is an associate and helps with homework posting for students.

I help maintain this website and handle AP Guru's Instagram and LinkedIn page

Vanessa Gomes has done her HSC and has over 8 years of experience as an admin executive. She also has 7 years of experience as a front office coordination. She joined AP Guru in 2023. 

Aradhana Valmiki has done her BBI(Bachelor Banking Insurance) from Mumbai University. She is an Associate and helps with homework posting for students.

A postgraduate in English from University of Calcutta, Ipsita has over 10 years of experience in academics. She has been an editor and quality analyst for various academic organizations like Birla Edutech, Edverse and Tecknit IT Solutions Pvt Ltd. She also has experience as a teacher and instructor for various kinds of students. She is pursuing her postgraduate diploma in Educational Administration from Symbiosis at present.

Geeta has done bachelor's degree in B. A from Mumbai University. She has one year experience in classes. She has joined AP Guru on 9 June 2023.

Rucha is an experienced educator and education technology specialist. With over six years of experience in Ed tech and teaching, she combines pedagogical knowledge and technology to create innovative learning experiences. Rucha is currently pursuing MA in Psychology. She holds a degree in English literature, ECCED and B. Ed additionally.

Priya has completed her Master's in Economics from Mumbai School of Economics and Public Policy (Autonomous). She has been an NSS (National Service Scheme) volunteer for 2 years and also for Child Help Foundation (NGO) representing her degree college. She is an enthusiastic and motivated person who is ready to learn new things. Currently, she is working as an operations assistant in AP Guru.