Kyra Addison
About Kyra Addison
Kyra Addison is a Tutor Sourcing Specialist at Varsity Tutors, with a background in psychology and education. She advocates for educational opportunities in under-developed communities and has experience in various educational roles.
Current Role at Nerdy
Kyra Addison serves as a Tutor Sourcing Specialist at Varsity Tutors, a subsidiary of Nerdy, since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for identifying and recruiting qualified tutors to meet the educational needs of students. Her work focuses on enhancing the quality of tutoring services offered by the company, ensuring that diverse educational backgrounds are represented among the tutor pool.
Previous Experience in Education
Prior to her current position, Kyra worked in various educational roles. She was a Facilitator for Teen Programs at Step Up from 2019 to 2020, where she contributed to program development and implementation. Additionally, she served as a Guest Educator at Enriched Schools during the same period. Her experience also includes working as a Family Literacy Tutor at the University of Mississippi from 2017 to 2018 and as a Receptionist Student Worker at the FedEx Student-Athlete Academic Support Center from 2014 to 2017.
Educational Background
Kyra Addison earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Mississippi, completing her studies from 2014 to 2018. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Education in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lamar University, which she completed from 2018 to 2021. Her academic background supports her commitment to education and community improvement.
Advocacy for Education
Kyra is an advocate for education in under-developed communities, emphasizing the importance of cultural and ethnic diversity in educational settings. She promotes educational opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds, reflecting her strong commitment to community improvement and personal development through education.
Short-Term Roles
In addition to her long-term positions, Kyra briefly worked as an Operation Customer Service Representative at Willis Towers Watson for two months in 2018. This role provided her with experience in customer service and operational support, contributing to her overall professional development.