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How We Help

We customize

We understand that no two students are the same. We provide customized learning for each student to fit their individual learning styles.

We Maximize

We maximize learning gains with research based techniques.

We Improve

We improve student outcomes.

Our Process

How does it work?

We start with a consultation with our program founder and director, Julia Mahowald, a veteran teacher with over 13 years experience. You will be able to share your child’s history and challenges as well as your desired outcomes.

She will develop a plan of support for your child based on their individual needs. It will include outcomes and a plan of support to get there!

What makes us different?

We utilize innovative, individualized and whole learner approaches and maximize results. We are different from other programs that focus on skills in isolation. We believe that every child is unique and therefore their support plan to be catered to their unique needs!

We review student progress regularly to ensure that our approaches are creating the desired outcomes. If the student is not responding to our interventions and techniques, we revise our plan to better suit the child’s needs and learning style.

We communicate with families to share student progress and track student gains. We are confident that the biggest gains will be visible to you in your child. You will see their confidence will improve and witness their empowerment to access learning in ways you have never seen!

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Sessions Include:

In Person
Online
1:1
Small Group
In Home Consultations
School Consultation

What’s the process?

Consultation

Share, talk, discuss, learn

Determine outcomes

Customize plan for your learner

Why us?

We are innovative

We customize and individualize

We consider your child as a whole learner

We communicate

We are reflective

We collaborate

We motivate children to learn

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Team Member

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Sleepless Hours

90%

Positive Feedback

400+

Cups of Coffee

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Tutoring Team

Julia Mahowald

Founder

National Board Certified Teacher
Masters in Reading
Masters Learning Behavior Specialist
Orton Gillingham Trained
Executive Functioning Trained
Elementary Education Trained
Special Education Trained

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Mr. Brendan

Certified in Orton-Gillingham Reading Methodology, Institution of Multi-Sensory Education
Masters of Arts in Child, Family and School Psychology, University of Denver
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Elon University

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Ms. Karen

Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, National Louis University

Bachelor of Science in Inclusive Elementary and Special Education, Syracuse University

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Ms. Macy

Bachelor or Arts in Urban Education, Self Containment Elementary Grades 1-6, Professional Educator License, University of Illinois at Chicago

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Ms. Laine

Graduated with Magna Cum Laude from Marquette University in 2019

Big East All-Academic Team

IWLCA Academic Honor Roll

Chi Alpha Sigma Student-Athlete National Honors Society

Marquette Women’s Lacrosse Captain 2018-2019

Marquette Women’s Lacrosse Most Improved Player 2017

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Ms. Elaine

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with Distinction with a Minor in Communications, University of Illinois at Chicago

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Ms. Dhalia

Certified in Orton-Gillingham Reading Methodology, Institution of Multi-Sensory Education
Masters in Curriculum and instruction with a focus on Community of Engagement, Concordia University
Bachelor or Arts in Elementary Education, Endorsements in Reading K-6, The University of Iowa

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Ms. Gina

Specialist in Education Degree in Administration and Supervision, National Louis University
Bilingual/ESL Endorsement, University of Phoenix
Masters of Education, Early Childhood Education, University of Illinois at Chicago
Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration, DePaul University

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Ms. Liz

Harvard School of Education Project Zero
KIPP Teacher Leader Program
California Clear Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
California Clear Single Subject Teaching Credential in Music
Master of Music Education with Illinois K-12 Music Teaching Certification, VanderCook College of Music
Bachelor of Arts in Music, University of California- Santa Cruz

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Ms. Jennifer

Masters of Educational Leadership, IUPUI, Urban Principal Program
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, University of Evansville
Proficient Practitioner License, K-12 Building Level Administrator
Advanced Practitioner License Primary and Intermediate Generalist

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Ms. Megan

Bachelor of Science Degree in Applied Psychology, University of Illinois at Chicago
Master of Elementary Education, DePaul University
Professional Educator Licensure

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Ms. Kelsey

Masters of Education in Policy and Leadership, Marquette University
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with Minors in Spanish and Psychology, DePauw University

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Ms. Mae

Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy, University of Illinois Chicago
Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Studies- Child and Adolescent Development Focus, Minor in Psychology, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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Ms. Ariana

Bachelors of Science in Physics, Bachelors of Science in Mathematics, Loyola University, Summa Cum Laude
Pursuing Graduate Degree in Mathematics, Loyola University Chicago

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Angela Martin

Desinger

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Developer

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Testimonials

"Julia has just been incredibly flexible, patient and tireless without being pushy. She's a huge support. Highly credible and trustworthy. She's the main reason we prioritized tutoring with JAM."

Priya Koduri

Lead Developer, Flowbase

"I love Julia - her easy breezy, loving personality comes through even through the screen. Vivian looks forward to her time with Miss Julia!"

Beth N.

Lead Developer, Flowbase

Working with Julia has been a gamechanger for us. As parents, we didn't know how to support our first-grader with reading since it didn't seem to come 'naturally' to her. Once we got the diagnosis of dyslexia, a friend highly recommended JAM Teaching as an incredible resource, and I am so grateful she did. Julia helped to humanize the dyslexia diagnosis for us. Rather than being a scary clinical thing that defined our daughter, Julia helped our daughter and us to learn how to navigate it and capitalize on her strengths as a learner. In just two months, our daughter has made incredible gains, is interested in reading and learning and looks forward to her daily Zoom sessions with Miss Julia. I am so grateful that Miss Julia is part of our team of loving and creative adults supporting our daughter in her learning.

Julie H

Lead Developer, Flowbase

"I am so happy that I found JAM Teaching. We just started tutoring for two of my children ages 11 and 5 years. Both tutors are great fits for our kids and we are already seeing improvement in terms of confidence and academic skills. Julia did a great job pairing each kid with an appropriate tutor and scheduling has been so easy."

Theresa R.

Lead Developer, Flowbase

"Brendan has increased in my child’s happiness and recent MAP testing growth surge in the 90th percentile since Fall!"

JAM Parent

Lead Developer, Flowbase

Julia has had such a positive impact on our son. She understands his personality and learning characteristics, which helped develop a strong working relationship. We are so happy to see his growth a person, beyond schoolwork, thanks to all of her help!

Tim C

Lead Developer, Flowbase

Ryan’s confidence has grown since working with Julia. I also appreciate knowing that he’s working with someone who has a clear, comprehensive plan. I appreciate the wealth of experience & knowledge Julia brings to each session.

J. K.

Lead Developer, Flowbase

Julia is a remarkable teacher. She has immense patience and great insight. Without Julia’s guidance we would not have managed school and home successfully for the past few years. Her assistance with the IEP process made us confident to advocate for our son. You can tell she really cares for each one of her students. We are very lucky to have her as a tutor for our son!

Marie M.

Lead Developer, Flowbase

Julia is an asset to any student's academic team! She’s approachable and easy going but direct and firm when working with our boy. She has helped us continue to identify and progress his literacy areas that need growth. She is able to help interpret certain school district and state level documents if needed for learning differences. Our boy always finishes feeling accomplished and positive despite his areas of struggle! When asked who he prefers to work on difficult tasks with he answers “Julia!” I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Julia for any type of student.

Laurie C.

Lead Developer, Flowbase

Julia is so professional!

Ariel F.

Lead Developer, Flowbase

Julia has been such a gift to our son and our family! We hired her to tutor our 1st grade son, who was in a mainstream class but has some special needs and was really struggling with the remote learning during the shutdown. Julia engaged and motivated him immediately. I have never seen someone able to work with him so well. She is energetic, warm, and kind, while also being firm and structured in order to keep my son on task. She goes above and beyond in terms of both prepping for their sessions and in terms of follow-up and collaborative planning. I cannot recommend her highly enough for any student - special needs or not. We love Julia!

Kate and Michael

Lead Developer, Flowbase

"I can see Jose is more confident since he is with Elizabeth and back to school, he is more interested in learning and he happily waits to be with Ms. Elizabeth and enjoys her games!"

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Lead Developer, Flowbase

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