
Gordon Falk
Executive Director
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Gordon Falk
Executive Director
Gordon Falk has 32 years of experience in supplemental education. After twelve years as a minority owner and director of another tutoring franchise, Gordon realized his dream of owning his own learning center in 2006. GradePower Learning has now been transforming children's lives in Austin for twenty years. Gordon is just as passionate today about active thinking and independent learning as he was the first day.
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Nicholas Hernandez
Education Director
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Nicholas Hernandez
Education Director
Nicholas joined the GradePower Learning team as our Education Director in July 2022. His prior experience includes teaching middle school social studies and mathematics and educational research analysis. Nicholas has committed his life to education and is passionate about making a positive impact in students' lives. Nicholas enjoys the positive and supportive environment for young learners and their families that GradePower Learning provides. In his downtime, Nicholas enjoys spending time with his family, taking peaceful drives around Austin, and searching for delicious places to eat.
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Maria G
Education Coordinator
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Maria G
Education Coordinator
Maria contributes a strong STEM background to our team. She has experience as a lab supervisor, research scientist, training and development coordinator, and tutor. Maria is proud to be the first member of her family to pursue a university education and is driven to help others further their education. When she isn't instilling a love of learning in our students, Maria enjoys cooking, reading nonfiction, exercising, and spending time outdoors. She is also currently learning how to play the piano!
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Learning Coach
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Learning Coach
Juan Orozco is proud to be part of the GradePower Learning family. He's served as an educator in Texas for 28 years. Beyond his career, he's blessed to be the proud father of two amazing young adults, Josh and Jacqueline, and happily married to his best friend, Vangie. Together, they’ve shared many wonderful years and continue to build a life grounded in love, faith, family, and learning.
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Astrid G
Learning Coach
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Astrid G
Learning Coach
Astrid has eight years of teaching experience, five of them in special education. She is passionate about helping students gain confidence and independence in their learning. Astrid enjoys art, reading, movies, and, most of all, her dog Wednesday.
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Emily C
Learning Coach
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Emily C
Learning Coach
Emily is a passionate educator with a background in ESL instruction. She also possesses extensive experience in private tutoring. When not teaching at GradePower Learning, Emily works as a freelance copywriter. She grew up in Georgia, where her parents still reside, and enjoys visiting them. Her hobbies include cooking and working out.
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Lisette F
Learning Coach
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Lisette F
Learning Coach
Lisette is a gifted writer with a heart for people that need a little extra help. As a teen, she worked each summer at a camp for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Currrently, her day job is Deputy Director of Government Relations for Best Buddies, a nonprofit that provides nationwide employment support for adults with intelectual disabilities. Born and raised in Austin, Lisette enjoys reading, exploring new restaurtants, walking, true crime documentaries, and most of all cuddling with her beloved cat Marie.
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Catherine L
Learning Coach
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Catherine L
Learning Coach
Catherine has 18 years of teaching experience and a master's in special education. Her career has given her the opportunity to teach in a variety of places, including six years in Mexico. She has devoted her career to ensuring every student can meet their true potential and has had the honor of working with children from a variety of backgrounds. In her free time, you can find her at a cycling class or spending time with her children and husband, enjoying the outdoors with their dog, Sully.
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Omari T
Learning Coach
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Omari T
Learning Coach
Before GradePower Learning, Omari worked as a freelance tutor for high school and undergraduate students. We're thankful that he has expanded his skillset to coach our younger learners, too. Omari's lifelong enthusiasm for reading and creative writing is contagious, and he finds it very fulfilling to help our students grow and succeed in their English skills.
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Gina C
Learning Coach
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Gina C
Learning Coach
Gina has been an educator for over twenty years, much of which as a university professor. In addition to her role at GPL, Gina also serves as a writing center consultant and a part-time home organizer. She is an animal lover and enjoys spending time with her poodle, Penny. She also loves hearing about her students' pets! When she isn't teaching, consulting, or organizing, Gina enjoys relaxing with a good non-fiction book.
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Learning Coach
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Learning Coach
Nirjha, a pre-med student, will earn her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Biology in May 2027. Prior to GPL, she tutored for a school year in Harlingen, TX. Nirjha prioritizes her family above all else and credits them with instilling her diligent, service-oriented work ethic. When Nirjha isn't volunteering in local food pantries or administering blood glucose tests, she relaxes by doing arts and crafts, reading, and painting. Nirjah loves the positive environment at GPL!
×Nandana T
Learning Coach
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Learning Coach
While earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics, Nandana served as a teaching assistant and undergraduate mentor. Some of her hobbies include reading, spending time with friends, making jewelry, and using natural materials to create perfumes.
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