Preparing Students for Lifelong Success
Behind every cap and gown is a student who worked hard to get there. We're honored to support that journey, one tutoring session at a time.
Tutor Partners was founded on 25 years of experience in education, from classroom teaching to educational leadership. We've seen what works and what doesn't, and built this company to bring that expertise directly to students and families. Whether helping private school families gain a competitive edge or partnering with districts serving the most underserved communities, our mission stays the same: meet students where they are and help them reach their highest potential.
Over the past eight years, we've built trusted partnerships with education departments in Washington, D.C. and Tennessee, and we've worked alongside some of the nation's largest school districts to support students from elementary through college level. We've placed more than 400 tutors in classrooms across the U.S., reaching over 30,000 students, raising test scores in both reading and math. We know what works because we've spent decades doing the work.
Our team of expert tutors understands that every student learns differently. We tailor instruction to meet each learner's needs, helping students master grade-level content, earn top SAT and ACT scores, secure merit scholarships, and build executive functioning skills. But we don't stop at academics. We believe in developing the whole student, supporting confidence, resilience, and social-emotional wellness so students have skills to excel beyond the classroom and thrive in every aspect of life.
Our Founder
Karima Davis is a seasoned educational leader dedicated to creating pathways to success for all students. She specializes in building partnerships among schools, families, and communities to advance college and career readiness, promote lifelong learning, and help students build independent and fulfilling lives beyond graduation.
Karima holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Widener University and a certification in Teaching English as a Second Language. With over 25 years of experience in education, she has served as an ESL teacher, school administrator, and is now the founder and CEO of Tutor Partners, LLC. Under her leadership, Tutor Partners has grown from an idea into a thriving organization, delivering high-impact tutoring to more than 30,000 students across the United States.
Outside of work, Karima enjoys spending time with her family, exploring her artistic side, traveling, and connecting with nature and the sea.
Lisa - Program Manager
Lisa knows that great teaching starts with great teachers. She’s spent her career coaching educators, digging into the data that matters, and creating professional development that teachers actually want to attend. Whether she’s introducing new curriculum, rolling out ed tech tools, or building collaborative teams, she keeps one thing front and center: what’s going to make the biggest difference for students.
At her core, Lisa believes in equity, excellence, and never settling for “good enough.” She’s the kind of leader who rolls up her sleeves, asks the tough questions, and helps schools create lasting change—one classroom at a time.
Adam - Test Prep Expert
Adam brings a unique blend of academic expertise and practical teaching experience to standardized test preparation. With an MS in Physics, a master’s in Peace Studies and Conflict Transformation, dual undergraduate degrees in Biology and Physics, and an associate’s degree in Classical Guitar and Composition, he offers students both deep subject knowledge and a well-rounded educational perspective.
For over 15 years, Adam has helped hundreds of students navigate the SAT, ACT, and AP exams across multiple subjects including Math, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. His 20 years of college-level physics instruction give him insight into what students actually need to succeed at the next level. He knows how to break down complex concepts, identify knowledge gaps, and build the confidence students need to perform under pressure.
