We Help You Succeed!
We are proud to support families and schools. Our team of local educators is dedicated to supporting students of all ages feel encouraged and equipped to succeed.

Community commitment
We’re proud to be locally founded and dedicated to Central Valley families.
Local expertise
Our tutors know the standards and pacing of Kern County schools.
Proven results
Families trust us to help students grow in confidence and performance.
The people who make it possible.
At Kern Tutoring, we believe our incredible team is the foundation of our success. Each tutor and instructor brings expertise, experience, and enthusiasm, transforming every session into a fun and enriching learning experience. What started as one educator on a mission has become a passionate team working collectively to improve education. Today, our team is making an impact
both locally and nationally.

Dr. Gustavo Luna
Chief Executive Officer
Harvard University - Doctor of Education Leadership
Harvard University - Master of Education
Fresno State - Bachelor of Public Administration
Dr. Luna is the founder and chief executive leader at Kern Tutoring. He provides training, mentorship, and professional development for our educators while ensuring all students receive exceptional educational services. Dr. Luna also works closely with district and school leaders to develop and strengthen Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) that close opportunity and achievement gaps.
Dr. Luna has over 20 years of experience in K–12 instruction and leadership. He served as a Superintendent Fellow in a nine-school district serving more than 6,000 students. His work also includes supporting Native (Navajo and Hopi) and urban school leaders in New York to strengthen Tier 1 instruction.
A recognized leader in education and public service, he has earned honors including Bakersfield’s 20 Under 40, Class Marshal, and Harvard’s Presidential Public Service Fellowship—an award granted by Harvard’s president to only 15 students!
Mentorship is central to Dr. Luna’s work. In his TEDx talk, he shares his journey and the transformative power of mentorship. Watch to see how mentorship can change lives.

Aaron Wan
Associate Director
California State University, Bakersfield - Master of Business Administration
California State University, Bakersfield - B.S. Business Administration in Management
In his role, Aaron oversees all day-to-day operations and leads the organization’s program execution, staff leadership, partnerships, and strategic initiatives in support of the company’s mission and long-term growth. Working alongside a dedicated team of educators and leaders, he is focused on strengthening Kern Tutoring’s impact and delivering high-quality educational support to students and families across the community.
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20 Under 40: Honoring people who make a difference
Meet Our Team
Let’s teach together.
We're always looking for passionate, reliable tutors to join our growing team. Send your resume, transcripts, and availability to: kerntutoring@gmail.com




















