Han received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology (with a minor in Education) from UC Berkeley and a Master's of Special Education (with an Educational Specialist with English Language & Autism certification) from Loyola Marymount. Since graduating, Han has worked in education in the KIPP school system, supporting students and teachers meet educational goals. Han started off as a resource specialist teacher, where she monitored student progress toward learning and IEP goals, and provided individualized teaching support to her students. Han then worked as a Dean where she coordinated support for multiple classes and facilitated the administration of national student testing. Han now works as a Regional Case manager supporting multiple students and schools. Through all this, Han has retained a love for working with students and supporting families. She loves building rapport with her students when she administers their testing, and working with families to set expectations and goals about their needs and progress. As an educational specialist, Han works with students one-on-one and regularly reads and interprets testing reports, conducts informal assessments, addresses remedial math, reading and writing needs, and communicates with parents and any therapists, educators, and faculty that may be part of a student's support team. As a tutor, Han supports students in elementary, middle, and High school with math (through Algebra 1), English, ESL, early reading, science and psychology. Han is an experienced Executive Functioning coach who helps students improve study skills, time management, organization, and planning. Han is a passionate educator who plans on continuing to grow in her role supporting families of students with learning differences. In her free time, Han enjoys all things National Parks and plans to travel to all 63 parks! She also enjoys mystery novels and is an avid plant mom.

 

We Asked, Han Answered 

  • What is one of your fundamental beliefs about education?

    I believe every student can learn when we give them the right tools, encouragement, and a safe space to try (and sometimes fail) without fear. I like to meet students exactly where they are, then nudge them just far enough past their comfort zone that they surprise themselves. The best part is watching them realize, “Hey, I can do this!”—and knowing they mean it.

  • What is your favorite subject to teach and why?

    Reading comprehension is my happy place because it’s where students stop just reading words and start living the story. It’s the skill that unlocks curiosity, empathy, and a whole lot of “aha” moments. Plus, nothing beats the look on a student’s face when a tricky passage suddenly makes sense.

  • Share an anecdote about a time your student hit a wall and how the student overcame it.

    When I started working with Zackie, he could decode beautifully but struggled to make meaning from the text. We brought in visuals, tried different formatting of texts, and increased exposure of different texts. Now, Zackie doesn’t just answer questions—he refers back to the text for clues and makes connections to the texts. His progress is a reminder that growth can be both steady and joyful.
     

  • What makes Hayutin different?

    Hayutin understands that students aren’t just “learners”—they’re whole people with unique characteristcs, strengths, and goals. We don’t just aim for better grades; we aim for more confidence, more independence, and a lot more high-fives along the way. It’s a place where progress—big or small—gets celebrated like a championship win.

  • What is the favorite thing you've learned from a student?

    One of my favorite lessons from a student is that curiosity can turn even the most ordinary moment into an adventure. I’ve had students turn a vocabulary word into a whole side investigation or connect a reading passage to something wildly unexpected. They’ve shown me that learning is more fun—and more memorable—when you let your imagination join in. 

  • Other than education, what is something you are passionate about?

    I love traveling and exploring new cultures—and yes, I’m that person who will come home with more snacks than souvenirs. I’m also a proud plant mom, tending to a growing indoor jungle. Between students and plants, I guess you could say I specialize in nurturing things to thrive.

  • What’s something you learned about yourself after high school that you wish you knew back then?

    I learned that connection is just as important as achievement. Back in high school, I thought success was a straight line of grades and awards—turns out it’s more like a winding trail full of teamwork, adaptability, and coffee. If I’d known that earlier, I might’ve stressed less and laughed more. 

  • What is a stretch you experienced growing up?

    Speaking up for myself didn’t come naturally to me. While I’ve grown much better at it, I still catch myself hesitating sometimes. It’s why I’m so passionate about helping my students find their voice early—it’s a life skill that never stops paying off.

  • If you could tutor any historical figure, who would it be and what would your focus be?

    I’d love to work with Maya Angelou, especially during her early writing years. We’d focus on refining her storytelling for different audiences while keeping her unmistakable voice and rhythm intact. Honestly, I think I’d end up learning just as much—if not more—from her as she would from me.

     

  • What’s the book on your nightstand you are dying to read?

    Sapiens: A Brief History of Mankind by Yuval Noah Harari

  • Anything else you'd like to say that we can quote you on?

    Education is a bit like gardening—you provide the right conditions, and the growth will come. Sometimes faster, sometimes slower, but always worth it.

     
     

     

     
     
     

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