Mission & Philosophy – Empathy, Integrity & Service

Mission & Philosophy

My mission is to empower students to become confident, capable lifelong learners by fostering their academic, social, and organizational skills.

This work begins with connection. When a child feels seen, respected, and safe, they can take risks, ask questions, and learn to think critically.

One-on-one tutoring provides a trusting environment where students can build confidence and celebrate their strengths.

My work has three layers:

My mission is to empower students with the academic, social, and organizational skills they need to become independent lifelong learners. I see every child as competent and curious, and I strive to help each student discover that they are more capable than they believe.

We cultivate organization, planning, attention, and follow-through skills so students can manage their workload and life with confidence.

Reading, writing, math, and test preparation serve as vehicles for deeper learning. The goal is a student who sees themselves as capable and curious, ready to explore.

Allen Kushinsky

Academic Mentor and Founder of Tutors of Marin 

I provide individualized, focused tutoring for students in elementary, middle, and high school. My approach is heart-centered and relationship-based, combining academic support, executive-function coaching, and empathy.

I earned my Master’s in Education from Columbia University’s Teachers College and have over 20 years of experience teaching in classrooms and one-on-one settings. I taught in New York City, Thailand, Italy, and San Francisco before opening Tutors of Marin in 2018. My work is influenced by the International Baccalaureate and Reggio Emilia frameworks, but always centers on helping each child feel seen, capable, and empowered to learn.