Academic Director
Dr. Alexander Lawler (Rice, 2010; University of Houston, 2014; Case Western, 2024) has been in the tutoring industry for standardized testing, English, History, Mathematics, and Science since 2018. In that time, he has helped countless students fill in knowledge and understanding gaps, thrive academically, prepare for exams and college essays, and develop stronger executive functioning and critical thinking skills. Dr. Lawler is passionate about learning and helping students discover their strengths and passions. Outside of tutoring, he is a musicologist, and is longtime assistant to Dr. Howard Pollack on his biographies of American composers and lyricists, including Marc Blitzstein (2012), John Latouche (2017), Samuel Barber (2023), among other projects. In his spare time, Dr. Lawler enjoys music, history, video games, and taking care of his three rabbits: Biscuit, Maple, and Frosting.
Lead Admin Nerd -Special & Virtual Programs
Meetra is an experienced school administrator with over 20 years of expertise in ESL training and school management. She holds a TEFL certification from an Institutional Member of the College of Teachers in England. Her educational background is in English studies and literature. Meetra has supported numerous students in their language learning journeys and finds great satisfaction in helping them achieve their goals.
Chief Español Nerd | Programs Extraordinarios
Liliana Arreola is a Montessori educator, lecturer and passionate promoter of dynamic learning. With over 25 years of experience teaching Spanish as a second language and training volunteers in early childhood Christian education, she has dedicated her life to creating spaces where language, and creativity meet. She has worked in schools, school districts and community organizations in both Illinois and California, always adapting her methods to the unique needs of each student. In addition, she is the author of the children's book “The Timeline of Jesus' Life” and deeply enjoys inspiring children and adults through teaching, writing and service.
Chief Français Nerd
Originally from the South of France, Carole has been living in the US, in Orange County since 2018 with her husband and her son.
In France, she worked in human resources for over 20 years. When she arrived in the US, Carole had the opportunity to retrain as a French teacher.
Since then, she has been teaching children and adults of all levels, from beginners discovering the language to advanced learners refining their fluency.
Whether you're looking to learn or speak French, she'd be delighted to help you.
Lead Language Neard - ESL, English & Español
With over a decade of experience in literature, education, and the arts, Andrea is a dynamic educator specializing in English, ESL, and business communication. She holds degrees from UC Irvine, Queen Mary University of London, and Teachers College, Columbia University. Andrea’s teaching style blends storytelling, real-world application, and creative experimentation, helping students—from children to professionals—develop confidence, clarity, and cultural fluency. She believes that language, like art, must be experienced and rooted in lived emotion to be fully understood, expressed, and empowered.
Lead Language Nerd - Business English & Professional Communication
Rick has been an educator for over 30 years both in the USA and Japan.
He began his career as a State of Illinois certified teacher, spent 20 years teaching in Osaka, Japan and has since returned to California teaching individuals based out of Irvine, California for the last 5 years.
His current teaching focus involves teaching ESL, ELA and Exam Preparation for high school and university students, adults, as well as corporate clients.
Rick loves not only teaching skill development but also improving existing communication skills for individuals living and working in the US.
Lead Language Nerd - Conversational ESL / Virtual
Mac loves getting his students talking—because language isn’t just something you study from a book, it’s something you live, mess up, laugh through, and grow with.His classes are dynamic, creative, and full of surprises: one day it’s phrasal verbs, the next it’s slang you’d never find in a textbook. He believes in exploring language in all its weird and wonderful forms to build real fluency. Growing up with parents who had to learn English themselves, he knows how personal and powerful this journey can be—and he is here to make it fun and educational.
At Lingo Nerds, we believe in the power of people, social connectivity, and the transformative impact of knowledge. Diversity is the foundation of a thriving community, and we are committed to fostering academic excellence and intellectual growth. We strive to make learning both enriching and empowering. Our mission is to provide an exceptional educational experience, guided by top-tier instructors who inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning.
To create a world where language and knowledge bridge cultures, fostering deeper social and cultural understanding. Through high-quality instruction and a steadfast commitment to academic excellence, we empower individuals with the skills and education needed to thrive in an interconnected global society, building a brighter future through learning.
