We are excited to welcome Ava Kakavand, an incoming first-year student at the University of California, Davis, as one of our newest Zoom teachers with SmartKids Ghana. Ava brings with her a strong foundation of teaching and tutoring experience. All throughout high school, she volunteered as a peer tutor in her school’s Academic Support Center, […]

We are excited to highlight Mark Peña, one of our dedicated Zoom teachers from Newark Academy, currently in the 12th grade. Mark is an outstanding example of how passion, service, and leadership can come together to make a lasting impact. Mark is no stranger to volunteering as a teacher and mentor. He previously taught the […]

Derin Kiraz, an 11th grader at American Robert College of Istanbul, is passionate about using education as a tool for equality and empowerment. With firsthand experience volunteering in underprivileged communities in her own country, Derin understands the importance of making education accessible to every child, regardless of background or circumstance. Through a school supported volunteer […]

Ada Ozkan, a junior at Arnold O. Beckman High School, brings both passion and experience to her role as a Zoom teacher with SmartKids Ghana. For over a year and a half, Ada has been volunteering as a teaching assistant at the Orange County Turkish School, where she supports students in reading comprehension, writing, and […]

Julia Taverna, a senior at Lincoln Park High School, is passionate about making education both accessible and engaging for all students. With a strong background in tutoring, Julia has helped younger students in biology by reviewing concepts, preparing them for tests, and guiding them through lab reports. These experiences have given her a solid foundation […]

Tristan Campbell, a 10th grader at Hingham High School, is passionate about making a difference through education. Though still in high school himself, Tristan has already shown a strong commitment to helping others learn. He has spent time tutoring his younger sister, cousins, and even peers his age experiences that have not only strengthened his […]

SmartKids Ghana is proud to welcome Sofia Arias, a rising 12th grader at St. Thomas Aquinas High School, to our incredible team of Zoom teachers. With her strong background in both volunteering and tutoring, Sofia is well prepared to contribute meaningfully in this role. She has served at Camp Live Oak, supported families through Craig’s […]

SmartKids Ghana proudly welcomes Saketh, an 11th grader at Marquette High School, as one of our dedicated Zoom teachers. Saketh brings valuable teaching experience online, for a business competition, he designed and led a financial literacy workshop for students covering essential topics such as saving, budgeting, and distinguishing between needs and wants. Some sessions were […]

SmartKids Ghana is excited to welcome Ward Zimmerman, a 12th grader at Concord Carlisle High School, as one of our dedicated Zoom teachers. Ward brings a wealth of teaching and mentoring experience. As a counselor for rising first graders in the Explore Summer Program, he helped students explore the wonders of science, music, art, cooperative […]

SmartKids Ghana is excited to welcome Amari Scott, a 12th grader at Central Jersey College Prep Charter School, as one of our Zoom teachers. Amari already has an impressive background in tutoring. He has successfully helped younger students prepare for the SAT, guiding them to achieve higher scores through his support and strategies. His commitment […]