S.T.E.P.
-Students Tutoring Empowerment Program-
Those who have faced academic struggles firsthand are often the best guides for others navigating the same challenges. At Beyond Tutoring, our student tutors don’t just teach. They understand because they’ve been there too.
"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others."
- Mahatma Gandhi
What's S.T.E.P.?
S.T.E.P. is tutoring done by students, but it's more than just academic assistance. It’s a mission-driven initiative dedicated to transforming our community’s relationship with education. Through this program, exceptional high school students from local high schools are rigorously selected based on their responsible professionalism, skills, and knowledge.
These carefully chosen student tutors provide high-quality, effective, and relatable educational support to younger students, fostering a culture where academic excellence is prioritized, and new bonds are formed.
Why is it Innovative?
S.T.E.P. is unique because it creates a two-way impact: it empowers both the students being tutored and the tutors themselves. For the learners, it offers relatable role models who make education accessible and inspiring. For the tutors, it provides invaluable real-world experience by building:
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Work Discipline: Tutors learn to manage their time, meet commitments, and maintain a strong work ethic.
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Responsibility: They develop accountability as they prepare for and lead tutoring sessions.
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Teamwork and Communication Skills: Tutors collaborate with parents, teachers, and students, honing their ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
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Community Connection: By giving back to their San Antonio community, tutors develop a sense of civic duty and pride, strengthening local bonds.
Our Mission
At its core, S.T.E.P. aims to elevate the importance of education in the lives of today’s youth. By connecting dedicated student tutors with peers and younger students, we strive to create a ripple effect. One where academic achievement becomes a shared priority and a source of pride throughout our community.
Meet Our Tutoring Volunteers
Meet Our Tutors: Riley Matthews
Riley Matthews is one of our exceptional S.T.E.P. tutors. A driven and brilliant senior who has been accepted into MIT and Stanford to pursue his passion for chemical engineering.
With only a short time left before he begins his next chapter, Riley is committed to sharing his knowledge and inspiring future leaders. His dedication embodies S.T.E.P.'s mission of empowering students through professionalism, responsibility, and excellence, leaving a lasting impact on every learner he mentors.
Experience:
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Algebra I
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Geometry
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Algebra II
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AP/ Normal Precalculus
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Calculus I
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AP Calculus AB
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English I
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English II
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Chemistry
Riley Matthews
Meet Our Tutors: Mac Elroy-Chi
Mac-elroy Chi is a passionate S.T.E.P. math tutor with a deep love for mathematics and a dream of becoming a mechanical engineer. Ironically enough, Mac has actually been tutored by Ms. Sloan; after witnessing an innovational style of tutoring, Mac took it upon himself to join the movement for his young generation!
His enthusiasm for problem-solving and dedication to helping others reflect S.T.E.P.'s mission of fostering disciplined, skilled, and future-focused leaders. With every session,
Mac-elroy inspires students to embrace challenges and think critically, shaping them into confident, capable learners.
Mac Elroy-Chi
Experience:
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Algebra I
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Algebra II
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AP/Normal Precalculus
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Geometry