Meet Our Faculty

    Molly Bowie Cook

    Head of Tutorial Programs

    University of Memphis – BS in Education and minor in Art. I began my career in education 40+ years ago. In 2013, I joined my family at The Bowie Center as Head of Tutorial Programs. Outside of Bowie, I am more than likely to be enjoying family and the joys of having three Grand Angels!

      Monica Wakefield

      Assistant to the Head of Tutorial Programs

      Outside of work, I love spending time with my husband, Chris, and our son, Levi. Our favorite place to visit is the Memphis Zoo and our local park; I love watching Levi grow and explore the world. I also run a home-based bakery where I love testing out new recipes and baking yummy cookies and cupcakes!

        Mallory Cook

        Director of Marketing

        Vanderbilt University – BS in Human and Organizational Development, Health and Human Services. I was born and raised in Memphis and have enjoyed 12 wonderful years at Bowie. My favorite activity is dancing with my two daughters, Brindley and Lyla, and my husband when he is willing. I am a diehard Memphis Tiger fan, and Team Penny all the way!

        Meet Our Tutors

        Available Tutoring Positions

        We're staffing up! Currently we have available employment positions, including: Math (all levels), English/Reading (all levels), and ACT/SAT Test Prep Support. To apply, submit your resume to: tutoring@bowiereading.com.

          Amanda McGee

          BBA, Organizational Behavior – University of Memphis

          My family and I live on a working farm. We have cattle, donkeys, chickens, turkeys, horses, ponies, dogs, cats, and a camel. Besides taking care of the animals, I’m a professional singer, and I love to travel.

            Ashley Messina

            B.S. in Psychology, Loyola U / M.S. in Psychology, U of Louisiana Lafayette / Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, U of Memphis

            In my free time, I enjoy walking my dog, being in nature, reading, watching rom coms, and trying new restaurants. 

              Caroline Tomlinson

              BS, Mathematics — Harding University; MS, Education, Freed-Hardeman University

              Enjoys the outdoors, knitting, sports, gardening (flowers are my passion), reading, photography, cooking, sewing, quilting, traveling, and spending time with my five children, loving husband, and many friends.

                Damian Chamberlain

                B.S. in Biochemistry, Cellular & Molecular Biology, UT Knox / DR fo Medicine, UTHSC College of Medicine

                My favorite hobbies include watching college football throughout the week, traveling to my favorite cities and hanging with friends and family every chance that I get!

                  Dennis Wiessner

                  Pursuing B.S. in Chemistry, Christian Brothers University

                  When I’m not studying or working, I like to relax by watching YouTube, anime, playing video games, or reading.

                    Doug Nanney

                    BA, Political Science — University of Memphis; MA, Political Science & Public Administration — U of M

                    If there isn’t a college football game or a classic movie on, I enjoy reading a good whodunnit mystery.

                      Halle Griggs

                      B.A. in English, Southern Methodist U / M.A.T., CBU / Ph.D., U of Memphis

                      Outside of academia, you will likely find me: lacing up my running shoes & training for my next long-distance race; practicing Bikram Yoga; or, devouring all things true-crime.

                        Josh Woronoff

                        B.S. in Electrical Engineering, U of Tel Aviv

                        I’m glad to be here at Bowie helping people find their love of math. Outside of Bowie I am a student pilot in pursuit of his pilots licenses.

                          Katherine Bailey

                          B.S. in Elementary Education, MS State

                          I have been a teacher for over 40 years!   In my spare time I enjoy antiquing, finding great chairs to upholster, and spending time with my eight grandchildren.  I started watching old movies with my grandmother and still take time to watch them to relax.