
Testimonials
Our Journey with Ms. Jen !
“In my 22 years as a school psychologist, I have had the privilege of observing countless educators in their element. Even among the best, Jen McNairy stands in a class of her own. I can state without reservation that she is a master teacher of the highest caliber.
My first encounter with her brilliance was during a classroom observation at a local private school. What I witnessed was not just a math lesson; it was a masterclass in pedagogy. Jen’s thoughtful, multi-sensory, and meticulously scaffolded approach to teaching mathematics was transformative. She masterfully deconstructs complex concepts into digestible, sequential steps, directly addressing the intense working memory demands that so often make math an overwhelming subject. By exquisitely managing the cognitive load for her students, she creates an environment where genuine understanding can flourish. To witness a teacher so attuned to the cognitive science of learning literally brought tears to my eyes.
This professional admiration became personal when my own child began to exhibit significant struggles with mathematics. The challenges were so profound that, given my professional background, I began to suspect dyscalculia, a specific learning disability in math. It was then that I reached out to Jen, who was beginning her private tutoring practice.
The results were nothing short of astonishing. In just four months of working with Jen, my child’s mathematical abilities advanced by two and a half grade levels. More importantly, their confidence and conceptual understanding blossomed.
What Jen’s work ultimately revealed was the most powerful insight of all: my child was not suffering from a learning disability, but from the lingering effects of disjointed and ineffective instruction. Jen didn't just reteach; she rebuilt my child's entire mathematical foundation, correcting misconceptions and forging new neural pathways for success.
Jen McNairy is more than a teacher; she is an educational diagnostician and a master practitioner. She possesses a rare gift for identifying the precise point of breakdown in a student's understanding and implementing the exact strategy needed to repair it. I offer my highest and most enthusiastic recommendation for any student who is fortunate enough to work with her.
-Lisa Pippin, School and Licensed Educational Psychologist
“We are beyond grateful for the incredible impact Ms. Jen has has had on our son’s learning journey. When they first began working together, he was struggling with math at a 2nd grade level. Thanks to her patience, understanding, and consistent support, he is now confidently working at 6th grade level-something we once thought would take years! Ms. Jen has a natural ability to connect with our son, making him feel capable and encouraged every step of the way. We can’t think her enough for believing in him and guiding him with such dedication and heart. She is truly a gift, and we feel so lucky to have her on our team.”
— Laurel Alread (parent)
“Ms. Jen was my son’s math teacher at READ Academy, a school for students with dyslexia. From the very beginning, my son and Ms. Jen shared a meaningful student/teacher bond. I remember asking my son what he liked about Ms. Jen, and he said, “ She just gets me”. As a parent of a child with dyslexia, that meant everything. Most teachers don’t truly understand the challenges that come with learning differences, but Jen does!
When my son transitioned back to public school I was nervous because we had a tough time in the public schools before. I knew my son would still need support in math, and Jen really stepped up for him despite her full schedule. The twice per week sessions with my son were more than just academic support, Jen also became his anchor during a big transition. Jen was a familiar and safe support person who truly cared about him. And, for me as a parent, Jen was more than a tutor, she was an advocate, a mentor, and someone I could trust. For the past two years, Jen has continued to tutor my son in math, and I can’t overstate how grateful I am for her. She goes above and beyond, not only helping my son understand the material, but also staying in regular communication with his school to tailor their sessions to meet his needs in the classroom. Today, my son approaches math with more confidence and less anxiety, and tehat something I credit direct to Jen’s patient, consistent support”
— Michelle Kazeminejad (Parent)
I had the privilege of training under Jennifer McNairy for the Making Math Real 4-Operations course, and it was an incredible experience. Jennifer is an outstanding instructor—thorough, patient, and always willing to answer questions. She provides opportunities to practice and demonstrate newly learned skills, which truly deepens understanding.
Her ability to train, teach, and support students using Dave Berg’s multi-sensory, scaffolded methodology is exceptional. I have no doubt that Dave Berg, the founder of Making Math Real, would be proud of the way she carries forward his vision.
Jennifer is simply wonderful, and I am grateful for the chance to have learned from her!
Sara Mattia - Owner, My Learning Farm
“ Working with Jen has been a very beneficial experience! Jen has amazing patience and connection with my child, which allows her to put to use all of her specific tools and teachings. She understands the child and can pivot and move to what will work best in the moment, given their needs and circumstances. She cares so deeply! The progress my child has made and the increase in confidence surpasses anything we have tried before!”
— Erin Myers (Parent)