Get to Know our Team of Amazing Tutors


Callie Kazakoff

Owner

I am a 2021 Honors graduate of MSU’s Jake Jabs College of Business and Entrepreneurship. I have been serving the Bozeman community since I founded Big Sky Tutoring when I was 17 years old. I know one thing for sure: there is no place like Bozeman. It is a privilege to work with the fantastic families of Gallatin Valley. Thank you for your patronage and trust in me.

  • Callie’s mission for BST is to gain visibility as a high-quality, accessible community resource for anyone and everyone who needs it in the Gallatin Valley. Early on in her college years, Callie realized the need for effective tutoring resources in Bozeman and began developing plans for BST. She’s spent the last 9 years slowly preparing to expand service offerings and create a network amongst youth development organizations and professionals throughout Bozeman.

    She was drawn to this work because of her passion for helping others, mentorship, and her belief in the value of students' academic experiences. She earned a business degree from MSU’s Jake Jabs College of Business where she was an Honor’s student. Since then, she has personally mentored over 250 students and has developed a complex understanding of the teen experience both in and out of school. Along with a team of experienced academic mentors and educators, she is excited to continue supporting young people throughout Bozeman.I specialize in supporting high school students who need a full academic overhaul. I teach study skills, organizational tactics, time management, personal accountability and advocacy, and long-term orientation.

Kamron Hansen

Teaching Wizard

I have a Bachelors in Physics and a Masters in Mechanical Engineering, both from MSU. I discovered my calling as an educator during graduate school. Since then, I have taught college physics, engineering, and chemistry at MSU.

  • There is something deeply rewarding about guiding students through these difficult courses. I firmly believe that any student is capable of mastering any topic. I always seek to make the subject matter meaningful to the student. Every student is different, requiring a different approach. I am an expert at adapting my teaching to fit a student’s learning style.

Mari Sarmiento

Client Onboarding Manager

I grew up in Colorado and spent the beginning of my career as an Elementary school there. After having children and moving to Bozeman, I operated a day care service. With my teaching career and my own experience raising three boys who all attend Bozeman Public Schools, I understand the needs of local parents and it’s my pleasure to get them connected with the perfect tutor.