About Franklin Tutoring

Shaping Bright Futures

Our Dedication to Personalized Education Benefits Your Child

At Franklin Tutoring, our story is deeply rooted in a commitment to your child's educational success. Founded by Abigail Findlay, a passionate educator, we began as a response to a growing need for personalized academic support in our community. Abby's vision was clear: to create a tutoring service that not only addresses academic challenges, but also nurtures each student's unique potential.


From our humble beginnings in 2020, Franklin Tutoring has grown into a trusted educational partner for families in Franklin, Spring Hill, Nolensville, Brentwood, and across Middle Tennessee. We understand that every child’s learning journey is different, which is why our approach is always tailored to individual needs. Whether it’s overcoming challenges in homeschooling, mastering a specific subject, or preparing for college entrance exams, we are here to support your child every step of the way. Our growth is a testament to the trust parents like you place in us, and we're honored to be a part of your child's academic journey.

See How We Can Help Your Student

Our dedication to providing a truly tailored plan and approach for every student means your child gets the attention and tools they specifically need to succeed. Most students learn in their own way, so we make it our mission to meet them where they are.


We offer the following subject-area support and services:


  • Geometry, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II
  • Remedial Reading (K - 5)
  • Basic Math (K- 6)
  • Homeschool Outsourcing and Curriculum Consultation
  • ACT Prep
  • Pre-Calculus
  • Chemistry


Personalized Tutoring Solutions

At Franklin Tutoring, we understand the challenges you face as a parent. Whether you're juggling the complexities of homeschooling or feeling concerned about your child's struggles in traditional school settings, we're here to help. Our mission is to alleviate the pressure you and your child feel by providing tailored tutoring that resonates with your child's unique learning style.

How We Ease Your Load at Home:


  • Homeschooling Overwhelm: Structured homeschool support groups and resources to ease your teaching load
  • Individual Learning Styles: Customized tutoring methods to suit your child's specific learning needs
  • Academic Struggles: One-on-one attention to strengthen areas of difficulty in math, science, or language arts
  • College Prep Anxiety: Preparation for college entrance exams, like the ACT, with focused, results-driven strategies in a 1:1 or small group setting.


Meet Our Tutors

Abigail Findlay

FOUNDER

HOMESCHOOL SUPPORT MANAGER

Specializing in Elementary and Middle School Math, Composition, and ELA

With a rich background of 22 years in teaching, including 15 years in private school education and roles in administration and as an Elementary school principal, I bring a wealth of experience to Franklin Tutoring. After retiring in 2013, I dedicated myself to private tutoring, focusing on remedial reading, basic math, composition, and language arts. My passion lies in assisting homeschooling families in the Franklin area, offering support in various subjects.


My journey in education, fueled by a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Early Elementary Education from Patriot University, has been a rewarding adventure. I am committed to helping each child achieve their best, finding immense joy in witnessing their ‘impossible’ become possible. Beyond teaching, I cherish moments with my family, explore new health trends, and enjoy marathon training.



My favorite subjects to teach are Composition (IEW), Basic Math, and Pre-Algebra. What drives me in tutoring is the opportunity to witness firsthand the growth and achievements of every child I work with.

Kimberly Powers

Master Tutor

ACT PREP COURSE MANAGER

HOMESCHOOL SUPPORT, MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL WRITING SPECIALIST

With a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Cedarville University, I bring over 20 years of diverse teaching experience. My passion for Language Arts has driven my career from 3rd to 8th grade classrooms and special needs education. I find joy in guiding students to express themselves through writing and storytelling.


After marrying my husband, Tim, I expanded my educational impact to leadership roles, including working with special needs students in Tennessee and advocating for teen girls through our non-profit.



When not teaching, I cherish family adventures with my husband and two boys, enjoy art, relaxing on the beach, and savoring a good cup of coffee. My favorite teaching areas are Writing, Grammar, Bible, and History. Tutoring for me is about connecting with students on a personal level, helping them discover and harness their unique strengths.

Joel Friedman

HIGH SCHOOL MATH MASTER TUTOR AND MANAGER

My passion for math tutoring began in 2000, after studying Math and Economics at UC Santa Barbara and earning a Secondary Math teaching credential from California State University, Northridge.


I spent over nine years as a high school math teacher in LA before moving to Nashville to follow my passion for music. And while I've stepped away from full-time classroom teaching, my dedication to math education continues through tutoring and substitute teaching.


 I find a special joy in teaching upper-level high school math and beginning college-level math. As a tutor, I thrive on the opportunity to identify and address each student's unique challenges. The one-on-one setting not only lets me tailor my teaching methods, but also allows me to build a stronger connection with students and enhance their learning experience far beyond what's possible in the typical classroom environment.

Jacob Yarbrough

MATHEMATICS TUTOR

With a foundation in Christian Leadership and Leadership from William Jessup University, where I earned both my Bachelor's and Master's degrees, my educational journey has been enriched by formal training in life coaching through Western Seminary. In 2022, my wife Sami and I embraced a new chapter in middle Tennessee, where I currently contribute to Educational Media Foundation in data and workforce coordination.


Outside of my professional life, I have a deep love for country music, often attending concerts with Sami. Sports are a significant part of my life, with basketball and baseball being particular favorites. Fishing and the thrill of roller coasters also hold a special place in my leisure activities.


My passion for tutoring centers around mathematics. I find immense joy in guiding students through their academic challenges in math, helping them grow not just in their skills but also in their overall life perspective. Being a part of someone's journey in both math and life is incredibly fulfilling for me.

Amber Polak

Early Elementary Tutor

TNReady Course Manager

Early Elementary Reading/Math Specialist

I earned my BA in Elementary Education with a minor in psychology and a reading endorsement from the University of Iowa in 2011 and began an enriching journey in education.


I worked as a sub before teaching grades 1-4 in a mosque for two years, followed by a five-year tenure teaching 2nd grade in Phoenix. These experiences, especially in an urban school with large class sizes, honed my skills in differentiating lessons for diverse student needs and fueled my passion for creative and adaptive teaching.


My expertise extends to all elementary subjects through fifth grade, with a special love for engaging learners through innovative Kagan structures and promoting critical thinking. I excel in tailoring lessons to individual needs and fostering supportive small group dynamics.

As a mom of three under four, I balance a fulfilling family life with my desire to return to teaching.

Grace Janho

Elementary and middle school tutor

I pursued my undergraduate studies at the College of Charleston, majoring in Social Sciences with a minor in Psychology. I continued my academic work toward a Master's Degree in Elementary Education from the State University of New York.


Furthermore, I continued my educational training and sought certification in the Montessori method in California.  Then I went on to found, operate and exit a Montessori School, which is still thriving today.


I obtained my real estate license in California and worked as a Realtor at Golden Gate Sotheby’s until I moved to Nashville in 2018. I am bi-lingual; fluent in both English and Arabic.


Abigail Mae McClure

Early Elementary Tutor

collegiate Peer tutor

I am a Sophomore at Belmont University in Nashville majoring in Film and Television Writing and minoring in Creative Writing. In high school I graduated in three years with a 4.4 GPA as an honors and AP student.


I have worked with students of all ages in many different capacities, specifically developing their study habits, reading and writing skills. I have a passion for empowering kids be the best version of themselves that they can be, in academics and in life.


Since I am still learning, and my teaching skills are still evolving, I can easily adapt my teaching to each child’s individual learning needs to help them become the best they can be.

testimonials

Our clients love working with us

We have benefited greatly from Franklin Tutoring and educational support. Homeschooling for the first time, they gave us curriculum guidance, helped me organize the kid’s work for the week, in addition to tutoring and encouraging my kids. One of the things I love best about these tutors is their exceedingly positive attitude. They have reminded me there are no insurmountable problems and have a genuine interest in seeing my kids succeed. I feel incredibly lucky to have found them.

Mary C., Homeschool Mother of 6

Our daughter’s love of writing could not be fulfilled in the classroom. She wanted/needed more and we finally found the perfect fit. It’s been such an amazing experience working with Kimberly and the one-on-one story building and encouragement she is providing. Our daughter is learning and growing so much in her writing and enjoying every minute. Thank you Franklin Tutoring!

Elaine D.

Abigail and Joel have great ability to adapt to your child’s needs while not making it overwhelming for your child.

Leslie H.

Franklin Tutoring is the real deal. Our tutor adapts to each child’s strengths and weaknesses and gets the best results EVERY time. Because of her, we can live more full lives. We can relax knowing our kids are some of the brightest in their respective ages/grades. This brings peace and harmony to us and allows us to get on with the most important part of being a family: enjoying and loving each other.

Jessica W., Homeschool Mother of 5

Franklin Tutoring has been tutoring my kids for 5 years and has been an irreplaceable asset to my homeschooling success! As a mom of 7, I’m pulled in so many directions. With our tutor’s help my kids are introduced to their material for the week in Math & Grammar, she provides a weekly work plan for them and holds all of my kids accountable for completing the work and grades it. We have stayed on track thanks to her! Her love of teaching and the kids she works with is evident and a gift to us as her clients.

Kristi B., Homeschool Mother of 7

At all times I have found Abigail to be dependable, reliable, hard-working, conscientious, honest, peace-loving, courteous, and to be as helpful as possible. There was a lot of variation in our schedule and Abigail was always willing to work with us on the changes that took place.

We had a unique situation that required me to travel about 200 days a year and it was nearly impossible for me to find someone that could do all the things that Abigail was able and willing to do. We were very blessed to have her here during this time.

Steve S.

Franklin Tutoring has helped all 4 of my children with a variety of material from written expression to math. Abigail has the perfect formula of content knowledge, fun and compassion to engage each and improve their skills.

Jennifer H.

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