Our Team

MEET THE TEAM

We teach the best because we hire the best 

 Meet the folks who make it happen.

At Kern Tutoring we believe that our incredible team is the reason for our success. Each and every one of our tutors, instructors, and teachers possess the skill-set, experience, and excitement to make every tutoring session a fun and enriching learning experience.

Gustavo Luna

Founder & Director

Harvard University - Ed.L.D Candidate
Harvard University - Ed.M
Fresno State - B.A

In his role as Director, Gustavo leads teachers and tutors. He provides training, mentorship and professional development to our educators and ensures all students receive an exceptional education. Additionally, he works with district leaders to design intervention and extended learning programs to close opportunity and achievement gaps. 

Gustavo received a Master's in Education and was named Class Marshal at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Most recently, as a Doctoral candidate, he was awarded the prestigious Presidential Public Service Fellowship. The president of Harvard University awards this fellowship to only 15 students! Gustavo's public service includes supporting literacy development programs at schools within the Navajo Nation. Gustavo served as a Superintendent Fellow at Arlington Public Schools, a school district of nine schools serving over 6,000 students. 

Ms. Cota 

Lead Teacher

University: CSU Bakersfield
Degree: Cred. Teacher
Students: K-10th
Subjects: Reading & Math
Role: Instruction

Rukaiya N. 

Admin Coordinator

University: CSU Bakersfield
Degree: Lib. Studies & Business Admin
Students: K-6th
Subjects: Reading & Math 
Role: Administration

 Mr. Robinson 

Teacher

University: Grand Canyon University 
Degree: Special Ed./Teaching Cred.
Students: K-6th
Subjects: Reading & Math
Sessions: In-Person & Zoom

 Ms. Merlos

Teacher

University: CSU Bakersfield
Degree: M.A./Teaching Cred.
Students: K-6th
Subjects: Reading & Math
Sessions: Zoom

Mr. Lopez

Teacher

University: CSU Bakersfield  
Degree: Mathmatics/Teaching Cred.
Students: 6th-12th
Subjects: Math
Sessions: In-Person & Zoom

 Ms. Flores

Teacher

University: CSU Bakersfield
Degree: Liberal Studies/Teaching Cred.
Students: K-6th
Subjects: Reading & Math
Sessions: Not Available

Mr. C

Teaching Fellow

University: CSU Bakersfield
Degree: Mathematics
Students: 6-12th
Subjects: Math
Sessions: In-person & Zoom

Mr. Constantino 

Teaching Fellow

University: UC Santa Barbara
Degree: Applied Math
Students: 7th-12th
Subjects: Math
Sessions: In-person & Zoom

 Ms. Flores

Teaching Fellow

University: CSU Bakersfield
Degree: Liberal Studies
Students: K-6th
Subjects: Reading & Math 
Sessions: In-person & Zoom

Diana P.

Tutor

University: CSU Bakersfield
Degree: Sociology
Degree: MSW Candidate
Subjects: K-8th
Sessions: In-person & Zoom

Hector G.

Tutor

University: CSU Bakersfield
Degree: Engineering & Mathematics
Students: 5th-10th
Subjects: Math 
Sessions: In-person & Zoom

Gabriela P.

Tutor

University: CSU Bakersfield
Degree: Early Childhood Development
Students: K-9th
Subjects: Reading & Math
Sessions: In-person & Zoom

Moriah C. 

Tutor

University: CSU Bakersfield
Major: History
Students: K-9th
Subjects: Reading & Math
Sessions: In-person & Zoom 

Cristina P.

Tutor

University: CSU Bakersfield
Degree: Math Education
Students: 6th-12th
Subjects: Math
Sessions: In-person & Zoom

Shotaro Y.

Tutor

University: UC Berkeley
Degree: Bioengineering
Students: 6th-12th
Subjects: Advanced Math 
Sessions: Fully Booked

Kristina B.

Tutor

University: CSU Los Angeles
Degree: Business Economics
Students: 7th-12th
Subjects: Math & Science
Sessions: Zoom

Hikmat Abou S. 

Tutor

University: CSU Chico
Degree: Cellular and Molecular Biology
Students: 6th-12th
Subjects: Advanced Science
Sessions: Zoom

Ashton F.

Tutor

University: Cal Poly SLO
Degree: Chemistry
Students: 6th-12th
Subjects: Advanced Math & Science
Sessions: Zoom

O'Zie S.

Tutor

University: UC Berkeley
Degree: Economics
Students: 6th-12th
Subjects: Advanced Math & Science
Sessions: In-Person

Join Our Team

We are always looking for talented and motivated tutors to add to our team.
 To apply please email your resume, college transcripts, and schedule of availability to: kerntutoring@gmail.com 

We are looking for: 

  • People that are fun, energetic, and passionate about teaching 
  • An associates degree is required. A bachelors or teaching credential is preferred.
  • Tutors with a flexible schedule & reliable transportation
  • Tutors that take pride in producing the best results
  • Tutors that specialize in advanced math 
  • People pursuing a teaching credential
  • Tutors that have experience working with elementary or high school students

Requirements: 

  • Must pass a background check
  • Must have a Tuberculosis clearance
  • Must have a 3.0 or higher on college transcripts 
  • Must be enrolled in college, possess a Bachelors Degree or higher
  • Must be available at-least                 4 days per week (Mon-Sat)                 between 2pm - 8pm

Our Current Tutors:

  • Are energetic, fun, passionate, and knowledgeable, and helpful
  • Are passionate about helping students 
  • A majority hold a bachelor’s degree or higher
  • Offer a flexible schedule 
  • Specialize in at least 2 subjects
  • Are pursuing a career in education
  • Can provide tutoring via Zoom
  • Provide in-person instruction
  • Attend professional development trainings

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