Mason Galanto
Owner | Test PrepMason is the founder of Galanto Academy and has spent over a decade guiding students through the world of mathematics and standardized testing. With a B.S. in Mathematics from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and nearly ten years of experience teaching at some of the top boarding schools in the country, Mason brings a rare blend of academic mastery and mentorship to each student he supports.
His approach is rooted in data, personalization, and high expectations—qualities shaped by his years in rigorous academic environments and his deep commitment to student success. Mason founded Galanto Academy to make expert-level test prep accessible to families who want more than cookie-cutter tutoring.
Whether your student is aiming for a competitive college or just looking to build confidence, Mason believes every learner deserves a clear pathway and a supportive guide. His mission is simple: help students reach their college and life goals by mastering the tools they need to succeed.
Mindy Harvat
Mindy graduated Summa Cum Laude from Montclair State University in Montclair, NJ in 2009 with a Bachelor's Degree in English. She taught high school English for ten years, including AP Literature and Composition where her students excelled and consistently scored above the national average on the AP exam. She also handled SAT and ACT test prep classes after school, and administered the exams on weekends. Mindy believes that knowing the test and possessing the keys to unlock best practices are paramount to student success. When a student is confident in their approach and in the tools they have, their scores are much more likely to improve.
Test Prep | English | Reading | Writing
Jessica O.
Jessica discovered her passion for teaching in college and has tutored one-on-one sessions for over 16 years. She’s also led after-school SAT/ACT prep workshops, and many of her students have gone on to attend T50 schools — with several receiving perfect scores!
Jessica enjoys working with students of all ages and learning styles. For high schoolers, she teaches all sections of the PSAT, SAT, Pre-ACT, and ACT tests. She has also helped younger students prepare for the lower/middle/upper level SSAT, ISEE, SHSAT, and TACHS tests as well as K-8 homework help. She often works with students who experience test anxiety and helps them develop strategies for testing more comfortably and confidently.
Outside of tutoring, Jessica loves doing photo projects, learning about paragliding, and traveling to new places in the US and abroad.
Test Prep | English | Reading | Writing | Math
Asa M.
A graduate of Columbia University and former New York City tutor, Asa helps SAT, ACT, SSAT and ISEE students achieve their highest scores. His approach—combining individualized pedagogy with a competitive, growth-oriented sensibility—is the result of fifteen years of experience as both a tutor and former classroom teacher. Asa has worked with hundreds of students and knows from experience that with focus, motivation, and sustained effort, students can achieve their goals. As an educator, Asa strives to model rigor and prides himself on leaving students with skills they can carry throughout their academic careers. When not tutoring, Asa writes literary fiction, studies the King's Indian Defense, and hosts dinner parties that always seem to end in ghost stories.
Test Prep | English | Reading | Writing | Math