A Note from the Founder
I started Practical Prep Tutors in 2016 after teaching at the elementary level for nearly a decade. Teaching has always been my passion, but I was searching for a path that would allow me to continue working with students while creating a flexible work environment for myself and my future family. I could never have imagined how the business would grow in a matter of years. It has thrived through two cross-country moves, the birth of my two children, and a surprise global pandemic. Our team of tutors now spans five states and covers nearly all of the significant subject areas. We are proud to serve between 40-50 students at any given time with the following goals for each client:
- To develop a personalized tutoring approach designed to anticipate students’ needs and steer them towards their academic goals.
- To provide structured time for strengthening new skills while solidifying underlying concepts.
- To directly and frequently communicate with parents and classroom teachers to ensure the best possible outcome for each student.
- To reduce homework and other school-related stress in the household.
- To present flexible logistical options designed to meet each family’s scheduling needs.
Our tutors are here to help students and parents navigate their academic challenges while celebrating their achievements. Assisting our Practical Prep families brings us a rewarding sense of accomplishment and joy. Thank you for choosing us as partners in your educational journey!
- Katie Ginn, Founder
Meet the Academic Tutors

Katie Ginn
In Person & Virtual
Bridgewater, VA
Middle & Upper-Level Math

Jenn Miller
In person & Virtual
Rockingham, VA
Elementary and Middle-Level Language Arts & Math, General Science, Biology

Danielle Gerstner
In-Person & Virtual
Wichita, KS
Biology, Anatomy & Physiology, Middle & Upper-Level Math, ACT Prep

Gaby Heatwole
In Person & Virtual
Dayton, VA
Elementary Language Arts & Math, General Science, Earth Science
Heather Russell
In person & Virtual
Harrisonburg, VA
Primary & Elementary Language Arts

Janae Ludwig
In-Person & Virtual
Rockingham, VA
Middle & Upper-Level Math

Emily Shafer
In-Person & Virtual
Wichita, KS
Chemistry, Physics

Aubrey Whitlock
In-Person & Virtual
Staunton, VA
Middle & Upper-Level Language Arts; SAT/ACT Prep, Social Studies, Theater Arts, Spanish
Amanda Misak
In-person & Virtual
Waynesboro, VA
Elementary & Middle Level Language Arts and Math, Academic Support

Brittany Lewis
In-Person & Virtual
Weyers Cave, VA
Elementary Language Arts & Math

Alyssa Martin
In-Person & Virtual
Dayton, VA
Elementary Language Arts & Math, Special Education

Jaimie McGovern
In-Person & Virtual
Broadway, VA
Middle & Upper-Level Language Arts, SAT/ACT Prep

Maria Martin
In-Person & Virtual
Fort Worth, TX
Elementary & Middle-Level Language Arts and Math, General Science and Social Studies

Rachel Reidenbach
In-Person & Virtual
Rockingham, VA
Middle & Upper Level Math, Physics

Megan Chandler
In-Person & Virtual
Mount Crawford, VA
Primary & Elementary Language Arts and Math

Sarah Adair
In-person & Virtual
Staunton, VA
Primary & Elementary Language Arts and Math, Middle & Upper-Level Writing

Sue Fuhrman
Virtual Only
Pittsburgh, PA
Upper Level Math, Physics, Chemistry, SAT/ACT/GRE Prep

Shayla Welch
Virtual Only
Baton Rouge, LA
Middle & Upper Level Math, SAT/ACT Prep

Karen Gonyer
In-person & Virtual
Bridgewater, VA
Elementary, Middle, &
Upper-Level Math

Anna Rose Geary
In person
Harrisonburg, VA
Elementary, Middle & Upper-Level Language Arts, Social Studies, General Science
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Our family cannot say enough great things about this company. We started with our tutor in January 2017 with in-person tutoring for our daughter. We still meet weekly except now we are using FaceTime (Kansas to Maryland). With her vast knowledge, our tutor has built our daughter’s confidence in her various math subjects. Top notch tutoring.