Lara White
Lara has always had a passion for working with kids. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and a Master’s degree in Teaching Secondary Science. Her teaching journey began in outdoor education, where she spent three years teaching science in the out of doors. She then taught in a public middle school for ten years.
After welcoming her first child, Lara transitioned from full-time teaching to part-time tutoring—and quickly discovered how much she loved the one-on-one connection. She enjoys building strong relationships with her students and their families, and she thrives on the creativity involved in tailoring lessons to meet each student’s unique needs.
Now the founder of Peak Tutoring, Lara works full-time with students across the U.S. and internationally. She is a vetted member of the National Test Prep Association and brings her experience, warmth, and personalized approach to every session.Â
In her free time, Lara enjoys hiking, camping, traveling, snowboarding, and cheering on her kids in their sports. Her husband is a dedicated middle school teacher. During online sessions, students might catch a glimpse of Taz, a spirited terrier/heeler mix, and Lincoln, a lovable Schnoodle.
Taylor Schneider
Taylor is an experienced elementary educator with over seven years of teaching experience. She has specialized training in several dyslexia reading instruction programs: Heggerty, Lindamood-Bell, and Orton Gillingham.
Taylor earned her degree in Elementary Education from the University of Northern Colorado, where she was also a diver on the swim and dive team. Her passion for teaching extends beyond the classroom, as she has also coached diving. She loves supporting young learners in reaching their full potential in reading and math.
Outside of tutoring, Taylor enjoys gardening with her husband (a personal trainer) and going on outdoor adventures with their two dogs.