Meet Mrs. Hall-Garman
The Founder of Hallway Tutors
Hello, my name is Chanda Hall-Garman (M.Ed), AKA Ms. Hall. I hail from the exotic land of Brooklyn, New York and I am the product of two Caribbean immigrant parents from Saint Lucia W.I and Panama (Latin America). I know the value of education and literacy because it was instilled in me from birth thanks to my amazing parents. They stressed the importance of reading from the Webster dictionary for 30 minutes every night before going to bed (after completing my homework of course.) This inspired my LOVE for reading, processing words, and eventually writing. My unwavering commitment to live for and serve Jesus Christ along with their teachings and encouragement led me to become a published Christian author in 2021 with my first YA novel entitled Direct Message.
They gave me my middle name, Teresa, after my grandmother Teresa Hall. Teresa Hall was a dedicated teacher and instructor for over 40 years in Saint Lucia from the 60s to the early 2000s. Not only did I inherit her name, I also inherited her vocation in life and I DO NOT take it lightly. I believe I was called to impart knowledge and instill confidence in every young person I meet. That is what inspired me to get my Masters Degree in Education from the City University of New York and become a NYS Certified educator in the first place.
My heart swells up with joy every time I hear those magic words, "Ms. Hall, I I don't get it...Reading is just too hard...I hate this!" Yes, you may be wondering why an English teacher would celebrate academic struggle. But in my practice, I've come to realize that struggle is actually the greatest indicator of growth when it comes to learning. We do not become more intelligent if we continually complete tasks we've already mastered.
In fact, that is the quickest way to lose our curiosity and love for learning. True growth happens when we face challenges, wrestle with difficult concepts, and push ourselves beyond our comfort zones. When a student struggles, it means they are stepping into new territory—stretching their minds, building resilience, and developing the critical thinking skills they need to succeed.
As an educator and now the founder of Hallway Tutors, I embrace these moments of struggle because they signal an opportunity to guide students toward breakthroughs that will shape their confidence and future success. I've had the privilege of working as a middle school and high school educator within the Department of Education for four years and have privately tutored English for 10 years. Currently, I’m serving as a consultant in a Long Island school district. Through my experiences, I’ve seen firsthand the various achievement gaps and challenges students face.
I believe every student deserves access to a quality education, and that’s why I’m committed to helping students succeed. Tutoring bridges the gap between achieving in the classroom and achieving in the 21st century world we live in.
As an educator, I understand that gaps in achievement and rigor can hinder a student's academic progress. This is where personalized, individualized tutoring can make all the difference. Tutoring is more than just reinforcing content; it's about creating a customized learning experience that meets each student's unique needs and learning style.