Meet The Team

Founder
Ashley Gowens
I founded Breathe Easy Learning to make education accessible and enjoyable for every child. My approach as a tutor is rooted in nurturing the whole child, starting with their emotional regulation and self-awareness. This foundation helps to foster their academic and social capabilities in a supportive and personalized setting, ensuring each student receives the tailored support they need to succeed.

Tutor
Arnela Knierim
Meet Ms. K! As a K-8 Special Education Teacher,
Ms. K holds a Bachelor's degree in Secondary and Special Education K-12, with expertise teaching grade levels K–8, in both self-contained and inclusive classroom settings. With over 6 years of experience, she’s supported diverse learners through individualized instruction and effective behavior strategies. Ms. K’s teaching philosophy centers on creating positive, inclusive environments where every student is supported, challenged, and empowered to achieve their full potential.

Tutor
Brittany Marotti
Meet Mrs. Marotti! Mrs. Marotti is a dedicated special education teacher with a deep passion for supporting diverse learners. She brings nine years of teaching experience, starting in middle school math and science before transitioning to special education across grades 1 through 12. With a bachelor's degree in Music Education and a master's in Curriculum and Instruction, she's currently working on her dissertation. Her commitment to special education is unwavering, driven by a genuine desire to make a lasting impact on her students' lives. She can't wait to see your child grow!

Tutor
Debora Sanchez
Meet Ms. Sanchez! She holds a master's degree in special education with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). With a passion for supporting students with disabilities, Ms. Sanchez brings over a decade of experience, having taught elementary students with diverse learning needs and, more recently, high school students with traumatic brain injury, specific learning disabilities, and intellectual disabilities. She believes all children are capable of learning and uses evidence-based practices to ensure student success. In her free time, she enjoys family time with her son and dog.
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Tutor
Brandie Waston
Meet Ms. Watson! She is a dedicated and compassionate educator with over 11 years of teaching experience in Arizona. With dual certification in both general and special education, she loves to help students discover their unique learning styles. She believes every child learns differently and at their own pace, and that's something to be celebrated, not rushed. She considers it a privilege to be part of each student's journey, helping them unlock their unique strengths and potential. Whether a student needs extra support, a confidence boost, or personalized strategies to succeed, she guides them with patience and encouragement.
Brandie Watson
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As easy as emailing your resume!
What we're looking for:
Certified teacher in special education with experience in providing instruction and support to students with disabilities.
Must be willing to travel to student's homes.
Must hold a fingerprint clearance card.



