Mary Callison

From dynamic group study sessions in her university office to one-on-one breakthroughs with test prep students, Mary has spent her career unlocking how different minds learn best. A distinguished educator who combines academic excellence with deep insight into how students learn, she brings unique perspective to her work with students. Her own academic journey – from earning a full scholarship for undergraduate studies in psychology, business, history, and languages, to becoming a professor of accounting – shapes her belief that success comes from understanding not just what to learn, but how to learn it effectively.

What makes Mary particularly special is her sophisticated understanding of cognitive functioning and learning styles. Drawing on her background in psychology and years of teaching experience, she helps students develop personalized approaches that work with their natural thinking patterns rather than against them. This might mean using visual mapping for mathematical concepts, developing creative memory techniques for test preparation, or crafting unique organizational systems for essay writing. Whether working with middle school mathematics, standardized test preparation, or college-level coursework, she creates systems that build both immediate success and lasting academic confidence.

Parents and students particularly value Mary's ability to help learners discover connections across disciplines. Her approach emphasizes that skills like strong writing and mathematical thinking aren't isolated abilities, but rather expressions of deeper cognitive capabilities that can be systematically developed. By focusing on how students absorb, retain, and apply information, she helps them develop tools for success across all academic areas.

Beyond her tutoring practice, Mary serves as a Mensa Foundation Scholarship Judge and voting member of Greenwich's Special Education Advisory Committee, reflecting her commitment to educational excellence and accessibility. Her guiding philosophy – "You don't know everything, but you can learn ANYTHING" – captures both the high standards and supportive approach that make her such a transformative educator.