Independent Tutors

The tutors listed work independently and are not employees or supervised by Empowering Minds or CenterPoint Learning Solutions. Email contact information for specific tutors can be found email  under each picture.

Ms. Tawnya Gray

Independent Tutor
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Ms. Gray is excited to bring her talents to help and encourage her students!  She has a wealth of experience from early childhood education to college level algebra. Ms. Gray ran her own preschool for several years,  worked as a paraprofessional, and has been an independent tutor for more than 3 years. Ms. Gray is a creative artist and uses her talents in multi-sensory ways to encourage her students to work hard.
Mrs. Roberts has spent many years working in the local schools as a paraprofessional and speech/language aide.  She has been trained in Bal-a-Visics and other multi-sensory programs which she uses to support the students she works with.

Mrs. Catherine Roberts

Independent Tutor
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Mrs. Leigh Simmons

Independent Tutor
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Mrs. Simmons has an amazing heart for young people. She has spent several years serving the community schools as a paraprofessional, speech/language aide, and beloved substitute teacher!  She and her family are music lovers and you can find her at the many recital and orchestra performances in the area. Leigh has a degree in sociology from the Utah State University.
Mrs. Baker has extensive experience working with students of all abilities--from life-skills to academic tutoring. Mrs. Baker specializes in building social bridges and meeting each student where they are at to help them meet their goals. With a degree in Elementary and Special Education, Mrs. Baker combines experience and knowledge to help her students to achieve success.

Mrs. Sue Baker

Independent Tutor
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Miss Anna Phipps

Independent Tutor
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Miss Phipps is our early childhood expert!  She began her teaching experience working with Preschool/Kindergarten students as a teacher for the Head Start Program.  With special training in behavior management as well as the Davis Methods - Anna is the "go-to" for clay follow-up work. She has a special affinity for those with learning differences and connects with each of her students in a meaningful way!

Mrs. Jeanne Hurd

Independent Tutor
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Mrs. Hurd retired from teaching full time after 20-years of service to our communities!  She is a well-loved substitute in the local elementary schools and has helped Payette with their summer school for several years.  Our students are blessed with her dedication and expertise in the area of literacy. Mrs. Hurd works with students of all ages and specializes in working with students with literacy needs.