Meet the Team!

  • Jake Friedman

    CO-FOUNDER

    Jake Friedman is a finance and accounting student at the University of Virginia and a co-founder of BC Mentors. He and Arav Puthraya started the organization in 2023 out of a shared interest in mentorship. Since then, BC Mentors has expanded its tutoring services across Bucks County and introduced free technology workshops for senior citizens. Jake continues to support the organization’s growth and long-term direction.

  • Arav Puthraya

    CO-FOUNDER

    Arav Puthraya is a neuroscience student in the Frederick Honors College at the University of Pittsburgh and a co-founder of BC Mentors. He and Jake Friedman started the organization at their high school lunch table in 2023, inspired by a shared interest in education, mentorship, and giving back to their community. Arav remains focused on connecting students with tutors who provide clear, personalized academic support.

  • Abhi Kaakarla

    Head Academic Coordinator and Tutor

    Abhi Kaakarla is a senior at Central Bucks South with tutoring experience at Kumon Warrington and the North South Foundation. He has taught math and computer science to middle school students and led introductory coding workshops. His experience in DECA, TSA, and STEM research has also strengthened his communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

  • Seb Pedrosa

    Head of Marketing and Tutor

    Seb Pedrosa is a senior at Central Bucks South with experience in DECA and SSELF. After completing AP Macroeconomics and AP English Language, he developed a strong interest in communication, business, and mentorship. Seb enjoys helping students understand new material while also supporting the growth and outreach of BC Mentors.

  • Satvik Mankar

    Director of Community Outreach and Tutor

    Satvik Mankar is a senior at Central Bucks South with experience teaching advanced and foundational math and science through the North South Foundation. He is also involved in STEM Club and DECA and serves as vice president of the Alliance of Youth Leaders Warrington branch. Satvik focuses on making sessions clear, engaging, and comfortable for each student.

  • Nilesh Pothirajan

    Tutor

    Nilesh Pothirajan is a senior at Central Bucks South with experience tutoring math and science. Through Student Council, DECA, and STEM research, he has developed strong communication and leadership skills that he brings to each session.

    Subjects: Math through AP Calculus AB, Spanish, AP Environmental Science, and biology.

  • Keenan McCafferty

    Tutor

    Keenan McCafferty is a senior at Central Bucks South. He is involved in the Computer Science Honor Society, National Honor Society, the CB STEM Internship, and the Operation Eternal Gratitude Club, which have helped him grow his leadership, teamwork, and collaboration skills. With experience tutoring others in the community, he is excited to work with BC Mentors and help students in Central Bucks build their communication and problem-solving skills.

    Subjects: Mathematics through AP Calculus AB, AP Macroeconomics, AP Statistics, AP Computer Science Principles, Honors Physics and Chemistry.

  • Sai Sri

    Tutor

    Sai Sri is a senior at Central Bucks South with advanced coursework and prior tutoring experience in mathematics. Sai focuses on adapting explanations to each student’s learning style and breaking challenging concepts into clear, manageable steps. The goal of each session is to help students strengthen their skills and become more confident working independently.

  • Wyatt Taylor

    Tutor

    Wyatt Taylor is a senior at Central Bucks South with extensive experience in social studies as a member of the Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society and the World Affairs Club. He has taken AP U.S. History and has a passion for history and the social sciences. He enjoys teaching students and helping them understand complex themes and ideas in their courses.

    Subjects: History and Social Studies.

  • Saisanthosh Krishnamoorthy

    Tutor

    Saisanthosh Krishnamoorthy is a senior at Central Bucks South with a strong interest in science and education. He earned first place in the Bucks County Science Research Competition and at Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science regional and state conferences. Through STEM Research, FBLA, Coding Club, and varsity tennis, he has developed the communication, discipline, and patience he brings to tutoring.

  • Aarushi Mishra

    Tutor

    Aarushi Mishra is a senior at Central Bucks South. Her experience in Mock Trial and at Wegmans has strengthened her communication and teamwork skills. She enjoys helping students feel more comfortable with challenging material.

    Subjects: Math through Precalculus, English, history, and science.

  • Shreyas Boddu

    Tutor

    Shreyas Boddu is a junior at Central Bucks South with experience in leadership, research, and community involvement. He works to make complex topics easier to understand while helping students build confidence.

    Subjects: Math through AP Calculus AB, AP Biology, AP Statistics, English, introductory Spanish, and history.

  • Sayoko Nishiyama

    Tutor

    Sayoko Nishiyama is a senior at Central Bucks South with several years of experience helping students at Kumon, where she began working at age 14. She enjoys making students feel comfortable asking questions and works patiently through difficult material. Sayoko joined BC Mentors to continue teaching while giving back to the local community.

  • Chase Friedman

    Tutor

    Chase Friedman is a sophomore at Central Bucks South and a varsity baseball player. He tutors English, math, and history and focuses on helping students work through challenging material with patience and confidence.

  • Rohit Karthik

    Tutor

    Rohit Karthik is a senior at Central Bucks South. He has worked with students through his STEM internship, where he helped teach younger students about engineering and problem-solving, and he volunteers at the aviation museum, where he gives introductory tours to visitors. He is also involved in STEM research, and these experiences have strengthened his communication, leadership, and teamwork skills. Rohit looks forward to supporting students academically and helping them build confidence in their abilities.

    Subjects: AP Calculus AB, AP Macroeconomics, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Computer Science A, AP Statistics, Honors Biology, Honors Chemistry, AP Physics.

  • Maya Schelchkov

    Tutor

    Maya Schelchkov is a senior at Central Bucks South who enjoys helping other students understand difficult concepts and become more confident in their schoolwork. She is interested in tutoring because she enjoys working with others and finding different ways to explain topics when someone is struggling. Maya is patient and friendly, and she wants to make learning feel less stressful and more manageable for her students.

    Subjects: Math through AP Calculus AB, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, English (including AP English Language), and History.

  • Dhriti Kiran

    Tutor

    Dhriti Kiran is a senior at Central Bucks South who loves teaching others and helping them become more confident in their schoolwork. She has three years of tutoring experience at Kumon, where she taught students math and reading skills. She has also volunteered at her local taekwondo studio, where she taught classes, and she leads sectionals in the school choir. These experiences have taught her leadership skills that carry through to her tutoring sessions.

    Subjects: Math through Precalculus, AP Macroeconomics, Honors Chemistry, English (including AP Lang), and AP U.S. History.

  • Jiya Gupta

    Tutor

    Jiya Gupta is interested in tutoring because she has privately tutored young children in math and reading and has spent years assisting children through part-time work.

    Subjects: Geometry, Algebra, CS, English, Stat, Biology

  • Atharva Patel

    Tutor

    Atharva Patel is a junior at Central Bucks South and a member of Science Olympiad. He enjoys helping classmates understand difficult topics and wants students to leave each session feeling more confident.

    Subjects: Math through Precalculus, AP Biology, AP Computer Science Principles, cybersecurity, and English.

  • Christian Kim

    Tutor

    Christian Kim is a sophomore at Central Bucks South who runs track and is a member of various clubs. He can help with math, English, and science, and he focuses on helping students work through challenging problems and strengthen their reading comprehension.