Meet the Team
We Teach With Patience, Purpose, and Vision



Our Story
This Started With a Pen, a Pad, and a Big Problem
Jaye founded Turtle & Elephant after years of watching students fall through the cracks of an education system focused on cramming, not coaching.
What began as a few one-on-one writing sessions soon grew into a global community of learners - from Sydney to Istanbul to London - built on care, consistency, and curiosity.
Preparing students to be able to write what they can say and to think clearly, calmly and with nuance if navigating misinformation and uncertainty.
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Why Parents & Students Choose Us
We Focus on Long-Term Learning, Not Last-Minute Fixes
We’re not the quick solution. We’re the right one - for students who need real growth, guidance, and mentorship.
All our teaching focuses on improving critical thinking and writing at their core
Every student gets a custom plan - no templates
We work with parents and teachers as much as possible to ensure coordinated support for the student- something like that, probably shorter
Experience working with students with learning disabilities such as dyslexia, dyscalculia, and autism
Who We Are
Led by Educators Who Actually Get It
Our team is small, passionate, and chosen for their ability to connect as well as instruct. Every tutor is trained in our core approach: listen, challenge, guide.

Jaye

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Want to Teach With Us?
We’re looking for aligned educators who believe in coaching, not cramming - and who care deeply about the long game.





Our Journey
From Freelance Sessions to Global Impact
From a single desk in Sydney to a community of
students across the globe.
Starting private tutoring during university
Completed Bachelors in International Relations and Global Studies from University of Sydney
Completed a Master’s in NGO Management and Social Enterprise, then moved to the UK to work with the British Red Cross while continued tutoring, learning the ins and outs of the British academic system..
Moved to Turkey and expanded to teaching ESL. Received TEFL Certificate. Moved classes online during the Covid pandemic
Worked at the UN Technology Bank for Least Developed Countries
Expanded subjects being taught to include philosophy, social work, development, economics and Spanish
Became Lead Editor & Head of Content for Polis Analysis, London-based political analysis startup
First successful trial of Three Month Writing and Critical Thinking Course
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