About Us

Our Mission

Infinite Mind Tutors strives to provide quality and affordable in-person and virtual test prep and tutoring services to help students achieve their academic goals by:

1. Giving students access to an expert test prep instructor
2. Providing a Community Model for Learning
3. Utilizing innovative study motivation techniques to inspire students
4. Building positive relationships with parents and students to ensure student success
5. Creating leadership opportunities for students who excel

The end result is that students achieve their desired test scores, get into their dream college and have fun in the process. Both students and their parents will feel a sense of pride and satisfaction in their student's achievements.

Our Vision

We seek to use the most innovative, personalized, and effective tutoring strategies. Our tutoring and test prep services engage students in not only content specific materials but also growth mindset and motivation training in a fun, caring and inclusive environment.

What We Offer

One-On-One Private Tutoring: Private tutoring instruction includes one-on-one academic support in mathematics, and English (reading and writing) courses for elementary, middle and high school students. Families can also purchase one-on-one support standardized test preparation. Use the link below to schedule a free consultation.

Standardized Test Preparation: We offer personalized preparation for many standardized tests, including but not limited to SAT, ACT, GRE, State Exams, Entrance Exams, and AP and IB Exams.

Educational Consulting: All students should have the opportunity to approach college and career choice from a place of integrity, strength, and confidence. Infinite Mind tutors help students and their families approach the application process with a sense of excitement and curiosity about building a plan that will increase their opportunities in the world and lead to a greater sense of self. We are happy to help students in high school make sure that they are taking courses that are appropriate for the majors and careers they hope to pursue. Furthermore, we assist students through the college search, application preparation, and decision process.

UnCommon Academy: The UNCOMMON ACADEMY is a comprehensive, high performance college consulting program for top high school students who are ready to create an awe-inspiring college application that will help them stand out beyond their SAT or ACT scores in 1 year. Learn about UnCommon Academy

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Meet Our Tutors

Ms. Melanie Young, Founder & CEO

Expertise: K-12 Math, SAT, ACT, GRE prep, College Prep

Melanie is Philly born and raised. She graduated from the School District of Philadelphia, after which she attended the University of Pennsylvania where she graduated with a B.A. in Urban Studies and a M.S. in Education. After spending 5 years teaching in the Philadelphia Public school system, Melanie founded Infinite Mind Tutors where she has mentored and tutored many students from K-12 and beyond with a focus on Mathematics. Melanie also has extensive experience with SAT, ACT, and GRE prep, even with helping her students through the college application process.

Melanie continually works to improve the community around her through her participation as a facilitator in Interfaith America as well as her non-profit Math Girl Movement.

Ms. Nefertari Austin

Expertise: Middle School Math

Nefertari Austin is a dedicated and experienced math educator with a B.A. in Math Education and a Master's in Educational Leadership. With 7 years of teaching experience, she currently teaches 7th-grade math at KIPP Whittier in Camden, New Jersey.

Nefertari specializes in tutoring 6th to 9th-grade math, breaking down complex concepts into clear, manageable steps. She is passionate about creating those "aha" moments that light up her students' faces, making math accessible and enjoyable for learners of all levels.

Outside of teaching, Nefertari enjoys reading and spending time with loved ones.

Mr. Matthew Hammond

Expertise: Chemistry, Physics, and Math

Matthew Hammond brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to his tutoring sessions. With a Ph.D. in Chemistry and a B.A. in Biochemistry and History, he specializes in tutoring AP Chemistry, AP Physics 1, AP Physics C, and high school-level chemistry and physics. He also supports students in Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry.

When he's not tutoring, Matthew can be found reading, exploring new topics, cheering for Boston sports teams, walking along the Cooper River, and spending time with friends.

Mr. Aquil Dantzler

Expertise: Elementary and Middle School Math and History

Mr. Aquil Dantzler is a passionate educator who pursued a B.A. in African American Studies from Morehouse College. He specializes in tutoring middle and elementary school math, helping students build a strong foundation while developing critical thinking skills.

Beyond teaching, Mr. Dantzler is a creative soul with a passion for singing, songwriting, reading, watching anime, hiking, and traveling.

Dr. Peter Knibbe

Expertise: Physics and Math

Peter is an encouraging and patient tutor with a PhD in experimental particle physics. He can teach math, chemistry, and physics from a middle-school level through college.

Peter's many interests include reading, gardening, walking through nature, and volunteering in his local community.

Testimonials

"Melanie is an expert GRE tutor! She's patient, encouraging and willing to share any resources... I worked with her for almost a year and saw tremendous improvement in my GRE score, verbal and quant skills and overall confidence for the test."

K., GRE Student

"Melanie was able to meet me where I was in my GRE journey and strategically tailor the sessions to address my areas of opportunity... I was able to increase my score by 50 points! She truly advocates for you and celebrates progress. I highly recommend her as a tutor!"

Anon, GRE Student

"My SAT score has increased by 110 points thanks to your prep classes. I've increased by 70 points in the reading section and 40 points in the math section. Thank you so much for all your help."

Anon, SAT Student

"Most of all, I want to thank you for doing such excellent work with our children. Besides being a great teacher of mathematics, you are professional, dependable, and genuinely invested in seeing that your students succeed. We appreciate you."

Anon, General Tutoring Parent

"He just got his Terra Nova scores back and got 80% in Math and 99% in reading so he can apply to any school. I am so grateful for your help over the summer and each week!!!"

Anon, General Tutoring Parent

"I want to THANK YOU SO MUCH for your help. He was on watch level in the November Star test for Math and in the January Star test he was at/above benchmark."

Anon, General Tutoring Parent

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