Helping your child find their path to success

"The Corley family has worked with Jorge since 2014. He tutored all three of my children for ACT/SAT and my daughter again for the GRE and each one of them had tremendous success with Jorge. All three children are different types of learners with different needs. Each one of them achieved their goals and Jorge is to thank for their success. Two started with other tutoring groups and were not seeing score improvements until they worked with Jorge. They all liked him as a person and he was very patient working around their busy schedules. He figured out what motivated them and what worked best for each one as it related to learning styles. They all got into the school of their choice and/or achieved scores that got them scholarship awards. There is no one better tutor out there and anyone I have referred to Jorge has achieved similar success. The best part is that he works directly with your student to schedule tutoring if you choose to go that route, leaving the parent free from testing stress."

- Carla C.

"Our son worked with Jorge for a good portion of his 6th grade year. Jorge helped him with his writing which has been a significant challenge and source of frustration as a result of Executive Functioning Disorder/ADHD. Jorge took interest in our son’s passions and experiences outside of school and used them as writing topics. He was patient and structured in his approach. Our son’s writing improved considerably as a result of his tutoring and his teachers commented on the difference they saw. Most importantly, our son gained confidence and does not resist written assignments in the same way."

- Christiane B.

"Jorge was an invaluable resource for our two children, four grades apart. He put together individual plans for each of them and in both cases their scores improved from the initial evaluation to the final test by 5-10 points per section on the ACT. This jump inevitably gave them more options as they looked to highly selective colleges. We recommend Jorge to anyone that is willing to put in the effort to do the work that he asks a student to do on their own time. He can provide the blueprint for a successful testing experience."

- Christy H.

"My 13 year old has a mixed expressive-receptive language disorder. Prior to working with Jorge, my son was extremely frustrated with writing and would struggle to find a starting point. A year into working with Jorge, my son’s writing stamina has significantly improved and he no longer finds it a daunting task. Jorge has given my child the confidence to articulate and organize his ideas in a clear and cogent way. He values Jorge’s feedback and is responsive to editing suggestions mostly because it’s presented in a gentle, non-judgmental manner. We truly value Jorge’s work and look forward to our continued partnership."

- Fatima K.

"I was fortunate enough to have Jorge tutor me in 5th grade for my SSAT and in 11th grade on my SAT and ACT. I was able to score in the 99th percentile both times. He helped me find the tools to improve my scores by focusing on areas that I struggled with. He was very patient and kind, and he helped me build confidence to do well on these tests when I was stressed."

- Gabriella U. (Student, Stanford '27

"The Corley family has worked with Jorge since 2014. He tutored all three of my children for ACT/SAT and my daughter again for the GRE and each one of them had tremendous success with Jorge. All three children are different types of learners with different needs. Each one of them achieved their goals and Jorge is to thank for their success. Two started with other tutoring groups and were not seeing score improvements until they worked with Jorge. They all liked him as a person and he was very patient working around their busy schedules. He figured out what motivated them and what worked best for each one as it related to learning styles. They all got into the school of their choice and/or achieved scores that got them scholarship awards. There is no one better tutor out there and anyone I have referred to Jorge has achieved similar success. The best part is that he works directly with your student to schedule tutoring if you choose to go that route, leaving the parent free from testing stress."

- Carla C.

"Our son worked with Jorge for a good portion of his 6th grade year. Jorge helped him with his writing which has been a significant challenge and source of frustration as a result of Executive Functioning Disorder/ADHD. Jorge took interest in our son’s passions and experiences outside of school and used them as writing topics. He was patient and structured in his approach. Our son’s writing improved considerably as a result of his tutoring and his teachers commented on the difference they saw. Most importantly, our son gained confidence and does not resist written assignments in the same way."

- Christiane B.

"Jorge was an invaluable resource for our two children, four grades apart. He put together individual plans for each of them and in both cases their scores improved from the initial evaluation to the final test by 5-10 points per section on the ACT. This jump inevitably gave them more options as they looked to highly selective colleges. We recommend Jorge to anyone that is willing to put in the effort to do the work that he asks a student to do on their own time. He can provide the blueprint for a successful testing experience."

- Christy H.

"My 13 year old has a mixed expressive-receptive language disorder. Prior to working with Jorge, my son was extremely frustrated with writing and would struggle to find a starting point. A year into working with Jorge, my son’s writing stamina has significantly improved and he no longer finds it a daunting task. Jorge has given my child the confidence to articulate and organize his ideas in a clear and cogent way. He values Jorge’s feedback and is responsive to editing suggestions mostly because it’s presented in a gentle, non-judgmental manner. We truly value Jorge’s work and look forward to our continued partnership."

- Fatima K.

"I was fortunate enough to have Jorge tutor me in 5th grade for my SSAT and in 11th grade on my SAT and ACT. I was able to score in the 99th percentile both times. He helped me find the tools to improve my scores by focusing on areas that I struggled with. He was very patient and kind, and he helped me build confidence to do well on these tests when I was stressed."

- Gabriella U. (Student)

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One-on-One Executive Function Coaching
for Students in Farmington, Simsbury, CT & Beyond

Why work with Catalyze?

Kids are people first and students second. This principle guides how I treat my students, and I believe it is responsible for a large part of their success. Whether it’s test prep or LD coaching, a child’s particular traits are always at the center of my approach. What makes them tick? What motivates them? Throughout the process of working with a student, I prioritize getting to know them, learning how they think, and helping them feel seen.


Everyone can learn and comprehend, just in different ways. I am not here to “fix” your child. My job is to understand them, figure out how they are wired and leverage those characteristics to help them succeed. Your child will be supported and challenged at the same time. I help students build confidence by pushing them within a safe and non-judgmental environment. My students are expected to put in the work required to improve. I am there to guide the process, but there is little progress if the student does not commit to doing work outside of the instruction periods. I believe in transparency and will always tell you if your child is not keeping up their end of the process.

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Test Prep

Let me help your child become a better test taker, whatever their current record of academic success may be, improving their chances of future success.

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LD Coaching

For those students with learning differences (LD), school can be extra frustrating, as they may not qualify for special ed classes or remedial help. That’s where I come in.

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Test Prep

Let me help your child become a better test taker, whatever their current record of academic success may be, improving their chances of future success.

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How does it work?

For 12 years, I've worked with many students who have learning differences. While there are similarities among them all, every student and every situation is different. I’ve learned something from each one, which in turn has helped me hone my skills to help them even more.

 

I aim to give each student the tools to become comfortable with themselves and the way they learn. Help can be provided in many different ways, such as assistance with an essay, a research paper, or test prep. Tests that require memorizing information can be especially difficult for some.

 

There is no set timeframe for LD coaching. I typically meet with a student every week throughout the school year, or until they are comfortable and confident enough to handle things on their own. This is the ultimate goal.

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Student-Teacher Ratio

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Families Served

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Achieving academic success is only a session away!

Students with ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, processing delays, executive functioning challenges, or anxiety often struggle in traditional test prep environments. Standard programs frequently move too quickly, assume typical processing speeds, or fail to address cognitive load.


At Catalyze Test Prep & LD Coaching, we offer LD-informed, neurodivergent-aware coaching to students in Avon, CT; Farmington, CT; Simsbury, CT; and the surrounding communities. Each of our programs is designed to support how each student’s brain works. Whether you’re aiming for a top percentile score or need specialized support services for LD, we have the structure, strategy, and individualized coaching to help you succeed.


Schedule a consultation today and take the first step toward smarter preparation and stronger results.

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