Charlotte Center

Hannah is the Center Director of The Lazar Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. With a degree in Special Education from Coastal Carolina University and several years of teaching experience in grades 6-12, Hannah is committed to supporting, leading, and planning daily student sessions with our team of educators. She has an outgoing and welcoming personality which students of all ages gravitate toward. Hannah is passionate about education and takes pride in shaping and molding young minds to reach their full potential both academically and personally.

Emma Mehigan is a graduate of Furman University, where she earned her Bachelor of Music, as well as the University of Alabama, earning her Master of Music while holding a graduate teaching assistantship. In her assistantship, Emma taught undergraduate music classes while also providing administrative support to the choral department. Emma is passionate about music, education, and administration, and she looks forward to meeting and helping students and parents at Lazar Center!

Mikayla is a graduate of High Point University with a Bachelors of Science in Actuarial Science and a Minor in Mathematics. She’s currently pursuing her Masters in Actuarial Science at Lock Haven University. She has four younger siblings and experience tutoring in all grade levels. Her favorite part of tutoring is seeing how proud sttudents can become of themselves when they figure out a problem on their own and then are able to explain exactly what they did. She looks forward to focusing on math, science and study/organizational skills with Lazar Center students this year!

Krish is a Purdue University graduate (Class of 2024) with a degree in Statistics, Mathematics, and Economics. With a strong background in AP courses, SAT prep, and public speaking, he brings both expertise and enthusiasm to his tutoring sessions. As a former tutor at Prep Expert, Krish has helped students develop the skills and confidence needed to excel in challenging subjects. He is especially passionate about math and science, guiding students to master complex concepts and achieve their academic goals.

Annette graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience with minors in Chemistry and Education from UNC Chapel Hill. She also completed a Master’s in Physiology from NC State University. Throughout this time, Annette worked as a biology, math, and chemistry tutor for high school students in the Chapel Hill- Durham area. She also served as a molecular biology Student Instructor for advanced classes and seminars during undergrad and graduate school. Her favorite thing about being a tutor is helping students develop their confidence in a concept and seeing them excel in applying their knowledge. Annette is very excited to inspire students’ learning in science and math subjects as future leaders of tomorrow!

Anna is a passionate and experienced educator with a Birth-to-Kindergarten teaching licensure and a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Family Development from UNC Charlotte. Over the past five years, Anna has enriched the lives of students by teaching across various grade levels, including transitional kindergarten, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, second grade, and fifth grade. Her versatile teaching experience and dedication to fostering growth make Anna a strong advocate for providing high-quality education tailored to the needs of each child.  

Bryant is in his final year at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, pursuing dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Computer Science and Mathematics while also enrolled in a Master’s program in Computer Science. With over two years of experience as a Teaching Assistant at UNCC and additional tutoring through the STEM Corp program, he is passionate about fostering curiosity and academic growth. His dedication to teaching and guiding students toward understanding is what inspires him to pursue a future as a professor.

Beyond the classroom, Bryant focuses his research on improving machine learning algorithms, blending his interests in mathematics, technology, and education. He believes in making the most of every day and is excited to help students build confidence in their academic abilities.

Kadie West is a dedicated elementary educator with a strong background in literacy instruction. She holds a Master of Education in K-12 Literacy and a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Queens University of Charlotte. Her passion for education extends to specialized training in the Orton-Gillingham approach to literacy instruction. Her student-centered tutoring approach focuses on building confidence, fostering a love for learning, and ensuring measurable growth across all content levels. With a passion for education and a commitment to student success, she brings years of experience as both a classroom teacher and a tutor.