FOUNDER

Originally from Larchmont, NY, Benjamin Cattau graduated from Haverford College in 2017 with a Biology major and Philosophy minor. After graduation, he worked as a tutor and as a lab manager at the University of Pennsylvania, where he contributed to the publication of papers in Immunity and PNAS. As a research collaborator and as a student in UPenn’s Post-Bac program, he saw the impact that education had on the lifelong learning and achievement potential of those around him. After eight years of tutoring, he founded BooC Tutors in 2020 to connect students with expert tutors and meet the needs of students and families in a holistic and personalized manner. As a test-prep specialist, his passion is helping students slice through standardized tests, such as the ISEE, SAT, and ACT. He is a member of the Pennsylvania Association for College Admissions Counseling and assists families throughout the entire college application process.

As a homeschooler for Grades K-8, he was a self-directed student that managed his own accelerated curricula. As a result, he has a deep appreciation for learning, and helping others engage with their studies. Benjamin has been tutoring for eight years, working with elementary, middle school, high school, college students, and graduate students. His students’ success has motivated him to expand his personalized approach, with the belief that achievement and well-being can go hand-in-hand.

He now lives in South Florida with his fiancee and their small dog. You can find him on the beach or paddleboarding on the river!

Scores: Old SAT: 2270, Biology SAT(M): 770, US History SAT: 800 AP Scores: US History, Macro Economics, Microeconomics, Physics C Mechanics – All 5’s

TUTOR

Mohan is a 4th-year medical student at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine where he is currently in the top 10% of his class and is currently applying to anesthesiology residency programs. While in medical school, he has published 5 papers in high-ranked academic journals in the fields of liver transplant surgery, general surgery, anesthesiology, urology, and pain medicine. He is currently the co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of Magnicath, a medical technology startup at seed funding stage. Mohan was a National Merit Scholar, high school Salutatorian, and received a full ride scholarship acceptance to Stanford University, Harvard University, University of Chicago, University of Pennsylvania, Northwestern University and Yale University in 2013. He chose to attend Northwestern University as part of the prestigious Honors Program in Medication education which offered acceptance to Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine as a high school senior. He graduated suma cum laude from Northwestern University with a 3.97 GPA pre-med and degree in Economics. 

Mohan’s biggest passion is in teaching the future generation. He is excited to make that a part of his career as an academic anesthesiologist, and has taught students at every level of his education from high school. Throughout his undergraduate and medical training, he has received multiple honors and awards for teaching peers and underclassmen in medicine, pre-medical studies, and high school. He loves getting to that “aha” moment - and embraces every step of the journey to get there! Outside of tutoring, his passions are in standup comedy, improv theatre (he loves Second City and Improv Shakespeare - if you’re ever in Chicago), and the science of cooking (check out Adam Ragusea’s youtube channel!) Old SAT: 2370 (800 Math, 770 Reading, 800 Writing) Chemistry SAT: 800, World History SAT: 800, Math Level 2: 800 AP Scores: World History, Chemistry, Biology, Physics A, European History, US History, Calculus A, Calculus BC, Environmental Studies, MicroEconomics, Physics C Mechanics, English Language, English Literature – All 5’s International Baccalaureate Diploma

TUTOR

Miguel Wise hails from Southern California and graduated from Haverford College in 2019 with a B.A in History and a Spanish minor. Since then, he has worked on his family's farm, organized and recruited volunteers for a congressional campaign, and run lessons for schoolchildren in Madrid, Spain.

Having attended a public elementary school, a charter middle school, and a private high school, Miguel has experience in a wide range of schooling environments. He is excited to work with you and your child to tailor the sessions to your needs, whatever they may be.

TUTOR

Now based in Philadelphia, PA, Sivan Luo double majored in Chemistry and Spanish Language and Literature at the University of Washington in Seattle. A native to the north of China and having lived in three other continents – Asia, Latin America, and Europe – Sivan fluently speaks Spanish, Mandarin, and a little bit of Russian. His experience of growing up with three generations of teachers in his family and living in both developed and developing countries led him to pursue a Master’s in Education Policy from the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education with a focus on K-12 and higher education. His graduate coursework has equipped him with philosophical and statistical knowledge, and methodological tools to understand, evaluate and implement programs and policies that impact students across the country.

He’s especially passionate about bringing his expertise in the sociology of education into his work with BoocTutors – he believes that tutoring isn’t only about building literacy skills or encouraging academic excellence but also about promoting personal growth and human relations skills. Prior to joining BoocTutors, Sivan served as a tutor for an after-school program in the southeast of Seattle, WA. He has also mentored for a K-12 outreach program at the University of Washington which builds connections between the University and middle and high school students in Washington. In his free time, Sivan is an avid runner and a master chef (ask him about the recipes for Portuguese caldo verde soup and Korean bulgogi beef).

TUTOR

Tracy Tourville is a life-long resident of the Twin Cities metro area in Minnesota. She graduated from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN with a B.A. in Chemistry/Education. She then received her M.S. in Chemistry/Education through the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. She has taught both advanced and introductory chemistry content to a range of students for over 10 years, including test preparation for the MCAT. Tracy is also a certified AP Chemistry instructor and has a real passion for teaching. Tracy has a husband and two teenage sons and enjoys spending her free time with her family. Outdoor activities and sports are among her favorites, including exploring state parks, volleyball, and cross-country skiing.

TEST PERFORMANCE SPECIALIST

Alexandra is an integrative psychotherapist in private practice seeing patients in Florida. As a coach and nationally board certified clinical hypnotherapist, she sees clients all over the world to help uplevel their performance. Alexandra was the ADHD Consultant on Netflix’s Sparking Joy with Marie Kondo, creating systems for talent to optimize executive functioning, organization, and performance. Alexandra was voted Netflix’s Employee of the Season for Netflix’s Queer Eye and Karamo Brown’s Culture segment. Alexandra graduated summa cum laude after her five years of graduate school at three different schools at the University of Pennsylvania: she received my degree to become a psychotherapist at UPenn’s School of Social Policy and Practice, after studying Nonprofit Administration at UPenn’s Fels School of Government, and prior to obtaining the SP2 - Wharton Professional Certificate in Organizational Leadership in Social Work. As part of her clinical graduate coursework, she practiced psychotherapy, clinical, and medical social work with patients ages 5 - 93 in a hemodialysis clinic, a community-based counseling center, and a residential facility. Alexandra also worked at Penn’s Office of Disability Services: Weingarten Learning Resource Center where she administered and proctored tests and supported accommodations and upheld Penn’s honor code across all sixteen schools at Penn. Alexandra has practiced psychotherapy and other clinical mental health services at other group practices. Alexandra now focuses her energy on her own psychotherapy private practice, Inlet Behavioral Wellness in Florida, and her coaching, consulting, hypnotherapy practice, Alljoys.

EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANT

Certified Executive/Life Coach

Consultant

Memberships: ICF, NACAC, HECA, PACAC

Saint Joseph's University- Master's of Organization Development and Leadership

-Alpha Epsilon Lambda Honor Society

-Graduate Program Award

-Program Advisory Board Member- 2017-2021

-Executive Director Council- 2017-2021

-Coaching Leadership Program

University of Pennsylvania- Graduate Certificates in Non Profit Leadership and Fundraising

University of California, San Diego- College Admissions Counseling Program

United States Soccer Federation “A” Licensed Coach

United Soccer Coaches- Advanced National Certification

President of the Evans Foundation

Philadelphia Inquirer Coach of the Year

Philadelphia Area COY

Main Line Life COY

Main Line Times COY

Radnor Soccer Club COY

Olympic Development Program- Former Head Coach

E.P.Y.S.A.- Former State Coaching School Instructor

Haverford School Athletic Hall of Fame- Individual inductee (2018) & '96 Team Member Inductee (2016)

Haverford School Director of Enrollment and Tuition Assistance- 1989-2020

Starfinder Foundation- Former Board Member and Program Director

Positive Coaching Alliance "Double-Goal Coach"

Former President of S.E. PA. Coaches Association

Radnor Soccer Club- Former President & Board Member

Gettysburg College Team Captain and All-Mid Atlantic Conference

Nether Providence H.S. Team Captain and All-Area