Adrian is a seasoned executive with more than 18 years experience building, leading and motivating teams in a diversity of industries: Waste Management, Capital Markets, Manufacturing, Interactive Gaming and Equipment Rental Solutions.

His strengths include developing and executing on strategy, growing revenues, fine-tuning operational efficiencies to produce consistently profitable revenue and cross-enterprise collaboration to devise and implement initiatives that impact bottom and top-line results

I am the founder and CEO of Prep Academy Tutors (formerly Write at Home Tutoring ) where we bring qualified teachers into your home and provide thorough weekly reports based on our collaborative goals for your child.

Upon completion of my undergraduate degree at Western, I completed a M.DPE from OISE, U of T and was employed for 3 years at OISE running an infant developmental lab, before embarking on my tutoring business.

SPECIALITIES: CHILD PSYCHOLOGY | EDUCATION | PSYCHOMETRICS | INTERPRETATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF PSYCHO-EDUCATIONAL TESTING | EDUCATIONAL GOAL SETTING AND MEASUREMENT |SPECIAL EDUCATION

Our mission at Prep Academy Tutors is to attract and build a network of franchises made up of people who recognize the importance of community, and share a passion for education and business. We strive to deliver the educational tools required for students to not only build self confidence, but achieve higher levels of academic excellence and success.

Raemyn is excited to be joining the Prep Academy Tutors team in the role of Franchise Support Manager. She has been working with Prep Academy for over two years. Raemyn is a certified teacher who is familiar with the curriculum guidelines and expectations over various grade levels, and she specializes in teaching English and Social Sciences. Raemyn majored in Educational Studies and graduated from York University with a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Bachelor of Education degree. Raemyn is passionate about creating a safe, inclusive, and better educational experience for students. In her free time, Raemyn enjoys watching hockey, traveling, and spending time with her family

Aaron has been teaching for 10 years in a variety of contexts locally and internationally. He has a Master’s degree in Education and Child Studies and a TESL certificate from the University of Toronto, as well as a Bachelors of Arts in Communication from Carleton University. He has spent 2 years teaching in private and public elementary schools and 8 teaching ESL in several contexts, including Canadian and South Korean language schools and Canadian colleges. He also has 8 years experience tutoring adults and children in English as a second language and on Ontario curriculum from Gr 1-9. His specialties are ESL, Gr. 1-8 science, English, social studies and history.

Abenezer has a Master’s degree in Applied Computing from the University of Toronto, and a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Physics from the University of British Columbia. He has 4 years of teaching experience accumulated as a private tutor, a teaching assistant, and a math mentor. Currently, Abenezer works as a Machine Learning Engineer at a Voice AI company. Abenezer excels at breaking down complex topics into smaller digestible pieces that are easier for students to follow.

Subjects Statistics, Senior Math (9-12), Intermediate Math (7-8), Calculus & Vectors, Algebra, Finite Math, Physics, Computer Science

Abhishek Shetty (uh-bhee-shake shehtea) currently works as a grade 5 homeroom teacher at a private IB school in Mississauga, Ontario. He has a Bachelor’s Degree of Arts in English Literature, Political Science and Psychology; a Master’s Degree of Arts in Education Management and a Bachelor of Education Degree from Western University in Ontario. Abhishek has been an Ontario Certified teacher since December 2021.

Adeel earned his Masters in Education Technology from the University of British Columbia in 2015 and his Bachelor of Education from Nipissing University in 1999. In addition, he has a degree in Economics from Brock University and a diploma in Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster from Georgian College. Adeel has Basic Qualifications to teach Junior and Intermediate Divisions, as well as qualifications in French, e-learning, and technology integration. Adeel strongly believes that each teaching opportunity should be unique to the students and that a strong relationship between teacher and student is vital to learning. He loves to teach coding to all grade levels, especially through the creation of computer games. Teaching French is also a passion of his, as he loves to see parent’s reactions when their children pick up a Parisian accent. Outside of the classroom, Adeel likes to spend his time playing with his two children and exploring the Muskoka region for great beaches and ice cream stands.

Alain obtained his Master’s degree from the University of Paris in France and has two decades of experience teaching French and social sciences in various educational institutions, including colleges, language schools and universities.

Alain Zaramian holds a B.A. (Classical Languages, Religious Studies) from the University of Toronto and an M.A. and Ph.D. (Classical Languages) from the University of Texas at Austin, where he also taught Latin and ancient Greek languages and literature. In 2018, he was awarded the Classics Department’s annual award for teaching. He additionally has many years of tutoring experience, working with high school and university students in a broad range of subjects across the humanities and social sciences. He is currently working on his first book, a study of ancient Greek and Roman religious poetry.

In his spare time, Alain loves to read, watch movies, and cheer for the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Alan is a graduate of the McMaster Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) program with over eight and a half years of high school teaching experience with the Toronto District School Board. His qualifications include biology, chemistry, science, math (grade 9-10), and special education. He is currently the Assistant Curriculum Leader of Chemistry at his school. Along with having taught the senior science courses several times throughout his teaching career, he has also taught GLE (learning strategies) and credit recovery, and FOS (focus on success), so he comes with experience on helping students achieve success in their academics.

As an Ontario Certified Teacher from Lakehead University, Alana is a passionate young professional. She graduated with a Bachelor of Education along with a Bachelor of Arts and Science in Geography. Alana is qualified to teach at the Primary and Junior levels with Additional Qualifications in both Special Education and Primary/Junior Mathematics. Alana believes that students learn differently than one another which is why she creates lessons modified for each individual; she completes this with patience, organization and enthusiasm. Alana has experience with children ages three to thirteen inside and outside of the formal school setting. She has been a camp counselor, children’s activity coordinator, arts and craft coordinator for private company as well as a children’s literacy instructor. Alana attended a French Immersion Elementary School giving her a considerable background with the French language, which continued throughout high sc hool. Once a tutored child herself, she now thrives on working through math problems, creating stories, forming science experiments and working on social studies with children. She is always excited to take on new students to help them gain the skills and confidence needed to be hard-working successful individuals. While continuing her professional development, she also enjoys volunteering at schools, jewelry designing, scuba diving and the outdoors!v

Alex works with advanced-level students, teaching various topics in mathematics.

Presently she is completing a Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics specializing in quantum information at the University of Waterloo. As well she holds an Hon.BSc (Mathematics Specialist) from the University of Toronto.

In her capacity as a graduate teaching assistant, she lectures, runs tutorials and office hours for undergraduate mathematics courses at the University of Waterloo. For those students planning to pursue a STEM education, she can provide academic and career guidance.

In her spare time, she works on experimental physics research projects at the Institute for Quantum Computing developing quantum sensing technologies.

Alex holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology and a Master of Health Sciences specializing in Occupational and Environmental Health, both earned from the University of Toronto. Furthermore, having successfully completed the first two years of medical school, Alex’s educational foundation is firmly anchored in the realm of the biological and medical sciences.

Alex has over 15 years of experience as an environment, health, and safety (EHS) professional. His extensive background encompasses areas such as occupational and public health, as well as safety and industrial hygiene. He has applied his expertise across a diverse range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, construction, healthcare, manufacturing, and the services sector, underscoring his adaptability and breadth of knowledge.

Alex is passionate about health and wellness, and believes effective learning needs to be a fun and rewarding experience, devoid of unnecessary stress. He strives for continuous improvement and optimization in his academic, professional and personal endeavours. Drawing from his own academic journey, he aspires to impart his insights and strategies to aspiring learners.

Beyond having strong writing skills in English, Alex also exhibits fluency in both spoken and written Spanish. Coming from a musical family, Alex finds solace and balance in the world of music, playing various musical instruments in his spare time and occasionally performing.

Allyssa is an Ontario Certified Teacher in the Primary/Junior division. She has an honours Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Guelph and a Bachelor of Education from Lakehead University. She is a dedicated and experienced professional who possesses a great understanding of tailored learning approaches.
With a commitment to creating a positive and collaborative learning environment, Allyssa believes in the power of personalized instruction. She adeptly adjusts her teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and paces, fostering an atmosphere where students feel comfortable expressing challenges and celebrating successes.
Prior to teaching Allyssa had a career in events management working with a large culturally diverse group. She specialized in training which is where her focus of individualized instruction stems from and led her to complete her teaching degree. She is currently teaching grade 5/6.
In her free time she has always had a passion for travel and continues to do so with her family and loves to explore new places with her children and husband.

Aman recently graduated from Queen’s University with a dual degree in Computing and Commerce. Throughout his many years of being a student, Aman has developed effective study habits and organizational skills that he wishes to share with others to help them feel more confident in their studies. He has previous experience tutoring computer science and mathematics at the university and high school level. Aman is passionate about creating a safe and encouraging environment for students so that they feel successful and accomplished in their studies. Outside of tutoring, Aman enjoys watching football, playing golf and playing the guitar.

Amanda is currently a Special Education teacher for the Toronto District School Board. She is qualified to teach kindergarten to grade ten! She began teaching the year of the pandemic, and began teaching at an elite specialized private school for children with Autism. After completing a year working with students with Autism, she found her way into a mainstream classroom, which did not have her following her truest passion. Now you can find Amanda working within the TDSB in a specialized program working with students with exceptionalities who cannot be within the mainstream classroom. She is currently working with students that have behavioural problems, extreme mental health issues or students with underlying health concerns which cannot be treated within the regular classroom!

Amanda is an OCT certified secondary teacher who focuses on university level math and physics. She has a Bachelor of Science in Physics from the University of Guelph and her Bachelor of Education in I/S Math and Physics from Nipissing University. Amanda also has additional qualifications in biology, social science and integration of technology in the classroom.

Over the last 10 years, Amanda has taught in a variety of different environments including the Northwest Territories, Manitoba, Adult Education and at The National Ski Academy. She now has a permanent job at a local secondary school. Outside of the classroom, Amanda enjoys skiing, hiking and rescuing dogs.

Amer graduated from York University with a Bachelor’s Degree in biology, and just recently completed a pre-health post baccalaureate program at Temple University in Philadelphia. Amer is passionate about science and he is looking forward to starting dental school at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry in the fall.

He has experience working with students, as he used to teach piano and be a swim instructor to students of all different ages. Amer emphasizes organization in his approach to success in the classroom. Over the last 6 years, Amer has worked on his degree and is extremely passionate about sharing learning strategies and tips that have helped him find success in school and his studies. Outside of class, Amer has many hobbies including playing sports, making music, and spending time with family and friends.

Amy is an Ontario Certified Teacher who is qualified to teach any subject ranging from Kindergarten to Grade Eight. She is an aspiring educator who desires to co-construct safe learning environments with her students so that they feel empowered to explore their full potentials. Amy currently works full-time as a teacher with the York Region District School Board. She has a Bachelor of Education from York University and has worked for more than three years at various childcare and tutoring centres with her Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Studies that she obtained at Ryerson University. Amy is bilingual as she is fluent in both Korean and English.

Anders is a Primary, Junior and Intermediate Ontario Certified Teacher working during the school year with the Simcoe County District School Board with over 20 years experience. He graduated from Lakehed University with an Bachelor of Natural Science degree and Bachelors of Education. Anders has continued his professional development in teaching by taking additional qualifications courses in becoming a Specialist in both Special Education and Physical Education. Recently, Anders completed the Principals Qualification Program with the Ontario Principals Council.

Anders has experience teaching at the Junior and Intermediate divisions in all subjects- Mathematics, Science, Geography, History, English, Social Studies . He also has extensive experience working with students that have Individual Education Plans to support their learning styles. Anders taught in an Intermediate Learning Center and gained valuable experience learning best practices in instructing students with a variety of different learning styles. He also spent time teaching in the Northwest Territories community of Whati working with First Nation students and immersing himself in the Tlicho culture to understand pedagogy with northern students.

Anders has learned over the past 20 years of teaching that in order for students to fully engage in your program he must build positive rapport with the student. He will create a relationship built on student interests and use those interests to help support the student their their learning journey. Creating that foundation of trust is the basis of Anders’ instructional practices in the classroom and will continue to that with Prep Academy Tutors.

When not in the classroom, you can either find Anders on a lake fishing or in a hockey arena! Anders has a passion for sports and was involved in hockey professionally for many years as an official and continues to do that today as both a Junior Hockey coach and referee. He is married to another teacher for 21 years and has two children. His daughter attends Queens University and is a member of the Womens Basketball Team and his son is currently in Grade 12 and his looking to pursuing a football scholarship at the post-secondary level. Anders is so excited to be a part of the Prep Academy team and looks forward to helping support students in their educational journey.

Andre graduated with Honors in Social and Environmental Justice with a French Teaching Option at Nipissing University. Andre is bilingual and can tutor from grades 4-10. Andre believes that learning is never ending, and hopes to continue to work with students to help foster this mentality.

Andrea obtained a Bachelor of Education in the Primary, Junior, and Intermediate divisions. She has qualifications in FSL, Senior English, and 4 years of teaching experience. She has worked the past 4 years as an Elementary School teacher in Brantford, Ontario. She recently moved to Toronto and will be working in the Toronto School Board this upcoming school year. Andrea is excited to build new connections and meet new people within her community. In her teaching she is known to have a positive, high-energy personality and makes learning fun.

Before teaching, Andrea spent over 10 years coaching gymnastics and cheerleading. She has always enjoyed working in leadership roles and helping kids reach their goals. In addition to her love and passion for teaching, Andrea enjoys spending time outdoors and in nature. She loves activities like hiking, skiing, and camping. When indoors, you can find her trying out a new recipe in the kitchen or binge watching the latest Netflix series.

Andrea has a great passion for teaching and has worked as a full-time teacher for 27 years with the Toronto District School Board. She has her primary, junior and intermediate qualifications but she has taught Grade 9 as well. She has taught all subjects (with French as the exception) and learning skills. She has a specialist in Special Education and has spent the majority of her career in this area. She currently teaches in a Grade 6 Gifted Core Program in North York. Andrea has many interests outside of teaching that include: paper crafting, arts & crafts, reading, sailing, swimming and spending time with family and friends.

Andrew Plessas is an OCT Certified Teacher who graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology from York University and a Bachelor of Education from UOIT in Intermediate and Senior levels. He later took Additional Qualification courses in Primary and Junior Education, allowing him to teach students of all grade levels. He is a passionate TDSB High School Teacher with a specialist in Biology and is currently teaching Science at Leaside High School. For over 15 years he has dedicated his time to working with youth, in camps, tutoring, volunteering in schools and teaching in private schools and with TDSB. He has worked with a diverse set of students who were behavioural, ESL and special needs students, who were autistic, nonverbal, and had ADHD, as well as Down syndrome, and has developed a keen ability to identify students strengths and weaknesses and work with their unique needs in order to create an individualized plan to help them succeed. He believes that with dedication and the right support all students can succeed.

Angie has a double honours degree in English and Child and Youth Studies with a minor in Psychology. She has 8 years of experience working in a classroom assisting and teaching for various school across Ontario boards including the TDSB.

Anna graduated from the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Science in Honours Kinesiology. She has since completed her Bachelors of Education at Lakehead University specializing in Junior/Intermediate with Math and Science as her teachable. Throughout high school she backpacked South East Asia, Australia, and New Zealand, as well as participated in a three-month exchange in France. She has recently returned from three months in South and Central America.

Anna has worked with children through a variety of different experiences both in and out of the classroom. She has worked at a Summer Camp for over 5 years and has experience helping organize active afterschool programs. Anna spent the summer of 2015 doing private tutoring for a family who lives in Toronto but vacations in Turkey. There, she worked daily with their two boys. Anna has taught English, Math and Science in grades 6-10, but has also worked with students as young as grade 3. From all of her experiences she has developed a passion for working with children, allowing them to reach their goals, and allowing her students find out the “why and how” on their own through inquiry based and hands on learning.

Anna often works with Prep Academy as an organizational coach. In this role she guides students with organizational skills such as calendar planning and teacher-student communication as well as note taking and test-preparation skills.

In her spare time Anna enjoys running, playing soccer, ultimate Frisbee, and continuing to travel around the world.

April is an internationally educated and trained teacher with 15 years of in-school experience. She comes to Canada with a shiny new BA in Education and OCT certificate after 14 years living and teaching in Japan. In her spare time, April is a professional magician, enjoys cooking, is a massive professional wrestling fan, and a general all purpose nerd.

Arden graduated summa cum laude from Yale University with a Bachelor’s in Classics (Latin). A member of Phi Beta Kappa, she was awarded the George A. Schrader Humanities prize at graduation for her contribution to the cultural life of the college. Since then, she has worked extensively as a tutor, mentor, and classroom teacher, helping students reach their goals in fields as varied as SAT prep, English prose style, French literature, musical composition, and mathematics.

Arden scored 2340 on the SAT, achieving a perfect score in Critical Reading and reaching the 98th percentile in Math. She received perfect scores on all three of her SAT IIs: Literature, French, and Molecular Biology. Her insights into the test are supported by her experience creating instructional and practice material for both the SAT and SAT II Literature Subject Test.

Empathetic, friendly, and enthusiastic, Arden has an infectious passion for learning. She is fluent in French, has translated a novel from German, and studied Ancient Greek along with Latin at Yale. Outside the classroom, her interests include songwriting, classical music, game design, philosophy, and gender.

Ariana is an educator with over a decade of experience teaching academic and practical skills to students at a junior/intermediate level and 5+ years working with students at a secondary school level. With an Honours Degree in French Studies and Political Science, she is passionate about coaching students through their academic journey using tools for organization, writing, reading and speech. She is currently finishing her Bachelor’s degree in Education (Teacher’s College) with a 4.0 G.P.A, specializing in teaching Math and Language studies. She is fluent in 4 languages and is passionate about helping students communicate effectively and eloquently for essays and oral presentations as she believes proper use of language (including mathematical language) can help students reach their full potential, becoming more confident academically and socially. During her free time, Ariana loves yoga, running and weightlifting, and still makes time to read 100 books a year to feed her passionate for literature!

Barbara, B. A., M.A., and PhD candidate, is a former classroom teacher and special education teacher with experience ranging from kindergarten to high school; Associate Teacher at the University of Toronto’s Ontario Institute for Studies in Education; and Adjunct Professor and Instructor for undergraduate courses as at both private and public universities in the United States. Barbara has been active in presenting workshops both locally and internationally and writing for educational journals. Barbara has taught all subjects in the primary and junior divisions, and English and Social Studies at the intermediate and secondary levels of education. With a teaching background in regular, contained, gifted and special education programs, Barbara integrates curricula to provide an enriching, inquiry-based learning program for students. She is committed to providing learning activities that addresses different student needs. As an experienced educator with more than 25 years of international teaching, Barbara is particularly focused on the nature and needs of twice-exceptional learners (those with dual exceptionalities such as learning disability + giftedness and autism + giftedness). Barbara volunteers as a Teacher Mentor for new teachers to the profession and she volunteers her expertise to special and gifted education parent advocacy organizations. Barbara lives in the GTA with her husband and children and is honored to hear from former students, their parents and mentees who keep in touch to share their accomplishments. Barbara enjoys hiking trails, gourmet cooking and family game night.

Benjamin is a second year university law student with a cumulative 9.0 CGPA. He has over 7 years of tutoring and teaching experience in English, French, History and Math. His patient and calculated approach to teaching enables him to connect with his students and ensure success. A rudimentary example of his approach to studying includes reviewing the class material and rephrasing/reconceptualizing the material which the student finds most difficult to digest. The follow-up technique that proves successful time and time again is the calculated use of practice exams. Recreating the near-exact conditions in an exam setting enables the student to become accustomed to the stress of that environment and use it to sharpen their answers against the clock. Importantly, Benjamin’s tutoring goals are four-fold.

1. Ensuring that the student understands the course material completely and can reproduce their understandings in any exam format with excellence.

2. Full transparency with parents/guardians about student’s progress.

3. Giving students all the tools to study and complete exams and sharpening those tools to the point where their execution is flawless, and his assistance is no longer required.

4. Helping students realize they are more than capable of excelling well beyond their current capabilities, and certainly beyond those of any exam or assignment.

Brenda T. is a dedicated educator with a strong academic foundation and extensive hands-on experience in the Primary/Junior division. She holds an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Children, Childhood, and Youth and is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Education at York University. With over two years of experience as an Early Childhood Assistant, working with students ranging from Preschool to Grade 6, Brenda has gained a deep understanding of pedagogy and student development. Her commitment to education goes beyond the classroom, as she volunteers at the Toronto Public Library, serving as a Leading-to-Reading Leader, providing individualized support to students in reading, writing, and mathematics. Brenda has also volunteered with the Toronto District School Board in various Elementary schools as a classroom assistant. Notably, Brenda brings valuable experience in working with children with special needs and learning disabilities, where her patient and inclusive approach has significantly contributed to their growth and development. Her everyday work resonates with dedication, passion, and genuine enthusiasm for teaching.

Brianna is an experienced tutor in mathematics with a Bachelor’s of Science degree from Western University. She majored in Financial Modelling which greatly enhanced her knowledge in mathematics, computer science, and finance.

Outside of school, Brianna has worked as a high school math and English teacher/tutor at Oxford Learning. She has also worked as a swim instructor and as a camp counsellor for many years.

In her free time she loves to cook, workout, play board games with her family, and travel!

Callie Bowman has a Masters of Teaching from the University of Toronto. She is a qualified OCT teacher and has been working at a Toronto independent school for over 2 years, teaching mostly middle school math and science. Before becoming a teacher, Callie worked many different jobs including as a bird researcher, motivational speaker, and youth baseball coach. While not working with children and youth, she enjoys playing sports including hockey, volleyball, and rugby, making pancakes, and spending time with her partner and dog, Bobby.

Carlee is currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Education program after earning an Honours Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Studies. Carlee has over 4 years experience as an Early Childhood Educator prior to continuing her education and working towards becoming a teacher. During that time she was also an Educational Assistant where she enjoyed helping students, especially in math. Through those experiences, Carlee has learned how to assist students in their learning to ultimately build their confidence in their own learning. Carlee is excited to meet and teach all students. Carlee is specialized in Primary and Junior grades (kindergarten to grade 6).

Carol is a teacher with a deep passion for teaching and an even deeper desire to see children learn and love to leam. She has a Bachelor of Education and Honors English/History Degree, and is an English Specialist. Carol is qualified to teach in the levels of Primary, Junior and Intermediate. Her over 3 decades as an educator has allowed her to develop skills as a teacher of English, Social Studies, Math and Science. Carol has been a tutor for 15 years. It is a delight for Carol to see young minds come alive to English or Math concepts, whether they be 4 or 19! Carol is a native born to Toronto, and has 3 daughters and 3 cats. She enjoys winter sports, travel, classic literature as hobbies.

Carol Waters is a retired elementary school teacher with thirty years experience. She taught kindergarten to grade three during her career, and her qualifications include primary specialist and special education. A Lead Literacy teacher for seven years, she coordinated various workshops for colleagues centred on language development for primary students. She also taught the well-regarded Kindergarten Language Program (KLP) for ten years, also known as the KELLI Program, which focuses on enhancing oral communication and early literacy skills.

Carol has a Bachelor of Arts and Education degree as well as a diploma for Developmental Service worker. She coached volleyball, track and field, the Junior W5H teams and the Eco club.
Carol’s love of reading and literature extends to volunteering to read with students at her former school, and participating in an adult book club. She greatly enjoys outdoor activities, particularly exploring hiking trails throughout the province.

Christian has a Bachelor’s of Commerce Spec. Accounting as well as a Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting. He has several years of experience in tutoring both high school and university level business courses. Outside of Christian’s work at a Big 4 accounting firm, Christian enjoys spending time playing hockey, fishing and cooking.

Christina is currently completing an Honours Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Toronto. She specializes in Health and Disease which focusses on subjects such as biology, chemistry, and biochemistry. She has achieved a Dean’s List Scholar status and has been awarded numerous academic scholarships for her excellence in the sciences.
Christina has tutored many students ranging from elementary to high school students in both academic and advanced placement science courses, both in one-on-one and small group settings. She often receives positive feedback from her students as she is able to clarify complicated concepts in a manner that is easy to understand. Christina is currently looking to tutor any prospective students in need of assistance in the sciences. She is looking forward to engaging with her new students to promote their academic success and confidence in the sciences.

Cindy received a Bachelor of Education from OISE and a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from York University. She also holds a BA in English Literature from the University of the West Indies.

She taught both gifted and mainstream classes with the York Region District School Board for a number of years. Cindy recognizes that students learn in different ways and adjusts her teaching methods accordingly. With additional qualifications in Special Education she is prepared to meet the diverse needs of students.

Cindy is understanding, patient and respectful of students and parents. She helps students develop a growth mindset.

She enjoys reading, nature photography, digital art, and spending time with family.

Claire is an Ontario Certified Teacher who has been working with Prep Academy since March of 2020. She is an experienced teacher and tutor, with qualifications to teach French Immersion and every division. Her classroom experience includes both elementary and secondary schools, in French Immersion, French core, and secondary English. Claire holds both a Bachelor of Arts in French Literature and a Bachelor of Education. Her two degrees simultaneously combine her passions for education and languages. In her spare time, she enjoys travelling, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.

Colleen has a Masters of Teaching in general sciences and biology for Intermediate/Senior grades from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education. She also holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree specializing in biopharmaceuticals. Colleen has developed and presented both grade 9 and 10 general science courses that were adapted for her students. She works tirelessly to create content that highlights the strength in her students while supporting the development of their needs. Colleen has always found meaningful volunteer opportunities in education, she has traveled to several remote Indigenous communities to present hands-on science experiments. She is passionate about merging content and experiences together to make learning fun. Colleen has worked in a northern Quebec community as their senior science teachers for two years. During this time, she has returned to school to gain the Intermediate Math qualification.

Courtney is an Ontario Certified Teacher, holding a Bachelor of Education and a BA in English and History, both from Queen’s University. Courtney is qualified to teach English and History at the Intermediate and Senior grade levels. She also has experience teaching Primary and Junior grade levels in her teachable subjects, as well as in mathematics.

Courtney has had a variety of classroom experiences during her time in the Queen’s University’s Concurrent Education program. In addition to her traditional English and History placements, Courtney has experience in at-risk programs, ESL classrooms, and in the Ontario Literacy Course. These experiences have led Courtney to develop a teaching philosophy based around inclusive and differentiated learning. Additionally, Courtney is an advocate for positive learning spaces and for teaching critical thinking skills in order to facilitate strong communities of learners in today’s schools.

Courtney is very passionate about learning opportunities outside the classroom. She has over five years of experience in Elementary Outdoor Education, Intermediate/Senior Leadership Programs, and Outdoor Co-Operative Learning programs. She believes that learning that takes place outside the classroom can further any student’s understanding of material, and, more importantly, teaches students to work together and support one another.

When Courtney isn’t working in educational programs, she could be found rock climbing, attending Broadway (or Mirvish) shows, or reading the latest book she bought.

As an Ontario Certified Teacher, Crystal is qualified to teach Grade 7-12 Mathematics and Computer Science. She obtained her Bachelor of Mathematics from the University of Waterloo, specializing in the Math/Teaching program and complementing it with a computing minor. Subsequently, Crystal earned her Bachelor of Education from York University.

Damien has a Combined Honours degree in Biomechanics and Physiology, as well as an Education degree. Damien is a full-time grade 8 teacher with the Toronto district school board.  He is qualified to teach all subjects at the grade 6, 7 and 8 level as well as the high school sciences. As an athlete himself he values a life and work balance. He spends most of his down time Coaching Rugby (Provincially, Club & School Levels), Rock Climbing, Camping, Canoeing and intentionally getting lost in the woods looking for adventure with his dog and loved ones.

Dang is a senior PhD student in Medical Biophysics at University of Toronto doing research in the field of programmed cell death. In 2016, he graduated with an Honor Bachelor of Science degree from University of Toronto with a cumulative GPA of 3.94 out of 4, completing a specialist program in Cell and Molecular Biology, a major program in Molecular Genetics and Microbiology, and a minor program in Immunology. He has three years of in person teaching experience in Biology and Mathematics for student from grade 9 to 12 and has helped many Ontario high school students to get into their choice of school/programs. In his spare time, he likes to read non-fiction books, play chess, and learn German.

Danielle received her Bachelor of Arts from Western University with a double major in English and Media, Information, and Technoculture (MIT). After graduating in 2015, she earned her TEFL certification and moved to Seoul, South Korea to work as an English teacher. During her time spent in Korea, Danielle realized her passion for education and decided to move back to Canada to further her career. She completed her Bachelor of Education at York University in 2020 at the Junior/Intermediate level, with a specialization in English and Mathematics and additional qualifications in Special Education. Danielle has been a tutor with Prep Academy for over three years and has worked with students from grades 1-8 in all subjects, as well as grade 9-12 in English and the humanities. In addition, Danielle is currently working as a supply teacher with the TDSB and has taught at various independent schools throughout Toronto. Her focus is to act as a positive and motivating leader to instil self-confidence in her students. She hopes to create a fun and comfortable learning environment, tailored to the needs of each individual student. Apart from education, Danielle enjoys playing soccer, attending concerts, and traveling. Last year, she stepped into her 32nd country, Iceland! She hopes to travel to 50 countries before age 50. Stay tuned!

Deanna is an Ontario College of Teachers certified biology and history teacher at the intermediate and senior levels. In the near future, she hopes to gain additional qualifications in math and social science instruction, as well. In addition to holding a Master of Teaching (MT) degree from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto, Deanna has also obtained an MSc in biology and an Honours BA in humanities from York University. For her academic achievements in these areas, she has earned several scholarships and awards, including the Ontario Graduate Scholarship, which she was the recipient of for two successive years.

Though she is an accomplished academic, teaching is Deanna’s true calling. Altogether, she has over 6 years of experience working and volunteering in education-related contexts with students of all ages and academic levels. In particular, she has obtained extensive volunteer experience with the national charitable organization, Let’s Talk Science, as well as York University’s Bethune College Junior Fellow Program, and U of T’s Global Ideas Institute. In addition to working as a teaching assistant for several undergraduate science courses at York University, Deanna has also acted as a course instructor for a variety of educational summer programs, including York University’s Helix Summer Science Institute and the University of Toronto Schools’ Bright Lights in the Lab summer camp. Deanna has obtained important experience teaching science, biology, and history in a number of Toronto Schools, as well, including North Toronto, Harbord, Riverdale, and W eston Collegiate Institutes.

When she is not busy teaching, Deanna enjoys playing video games, discussing politics, gardening, and hanging out with her cat, Thomas.

Declan (Dex) is a passionate tutor with an Honours Bachelor of Science in Math and Physics. He developed a love of teaching as a calculus Teaching Assistant at the University of Toronto, where he was hired after only 2 years of study. Inspired by the Feynman method of teaching, Dex believes that even advanced mathematical concepts can be broken down into simple parts and explained clearly. After graduation he expanded into tutoring Grades 2-12 Math, working privately and in tutoring centers, and occasionally teaching Physics or Programming. He currently works as a freelance Web Developer building internet applications and websites. In his spare time, he enjoys playing guitar and crafting intricate origami. Dex has dedicated his time to educating and mentoring students for over 6 years and has worked with hundreds of students from ages 9 to 19. He understands that every learner is unique and is able to adapt his teaching style to fit individual needs and goals.

Deja has over five years of experience tutoring students of all abilities from grades one to eight. She specializes in teaching English and math at a primary/junior level. Deja is currently an ECE student at Seneca college. After graduation, Deja plans to continue on to completing teachers’ college and a master’s degree in education. Deja has worked at Early On daycare centre where she would help children develop their learning skills. She has also worked in after-school programs where she assisted students with homework and understanding concepts. Deja has taught English to primary students in Thailand. During her time working abroad, Deja constructed different activities and individual learning plans for students to help develop their confidence in speaking English. She loves to combine her love of travel with her passion for teaching.

Deja is passionate about helping her students grow academically. She believes all students are capable of success and uses different strategies to ensure that students can confidently understand their work.

Being able to speak English, French, Cantonese and Mandarin Chinese, language has played a major role in Dexter’s personal and professional life. He received his bilingual diploma from the Toronto French School. He graduated from York University with a BFA, Visual Arts,and a minor in East Asian Studies. After spending two years in Beijing, China, to continue learning Mandarin, he returned to York University to pursue his Ontario teaching certification. Since 2015, he has been working in the York Region District School Board, primarily as a Core French teacher for grades 4-8. A big part of his teaching method is highlighting the similarities between various related languages, particularly English and French, and linking them to the greater context of world history. Having been a student of language for many years, Dexter understands that language learning is a long process that requires frequent practice, and that each learns at their own pace. One of the most important aspects is the development of confidence, and it is better for young learners to learn and practice language in a safe environment. His continuing goal is to help students develop transferable language learning skills and strategies, and to help foster overall language and cultural appreciation. It has brought him great pride and joy when parents approach him to say that, because of him, their child enjoys French class more than before. Beyond language, world history, and culture, Dexter’s principal interests and hobbies include the practice of martial arts, such as Wing Chun Kungfu and Japanese Jiu-jitsu, watching anime, television and film, cosplay, video gaming, miniature painting, and Dungeons & Dragons.

Diana is an Ontario certified teacher who has had a successful career spanning over 25 years (since 1997) in education with the Toronto Board. She began her career in teaching as a Deaf-blind Facilitator, then acquiring her degree in education with a specialist in visual arts from York University in 2005.

Diana prides herself as a lifelong learner and encourages her students to be the same. She has a patient and supportive approach to teaching. Her special education background coupled with visual arts allows her to support and provide varying and unique ways to support all types of learners, in order to help them meet their full potential.

Diana is passionate about the arts, animals and the environment. When she is not teaching she can be found creating art, tending to her ample collection of plants, hiking, and spending time with close friends and family.

Diane has an Advanced Early Childhood Education Certificate and has been working with children both in early learning environments as well as child care programs for over 30 years. Diane’s experience as a manager and child care provider have given her a tremendous amount of experience. Her creativity and supportive learning environments ignite an excitement and joy of learning.

Divya recently graduated from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Science in Geoscience, GIS, and Psychology. She completed a teaching assistant position at the University of Toronto in the Earth History, Mineralogy, and Petrology. During the summer months, Divya has worked as a Research Assistant at the University of Toronto, providing students as well as professors assistance with creating visuals, simplifying articles, editing scientific articles. She has an open perspective, and is adaptive in her methods of solving problems. She is currently working towards expanding her technical skill set by participating in a data science program.She enjoys collecting minerals, 3D printing, reading, and swimming. Along with an affinity for science, Divya has a passion for math, taking electives in calculus, statistics, and linear algebra. She has also participated in several of the University of Waterloo Mathematical Competitions.

Dora is a passionate and enthusiastic educator that strives to get students interested in what they are learning. She is currently completing a Master of Teaching degree from the University of Toronto through the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education. In addition, she earned her Honours Bachelors of Arts in Public Policy and Urban Planning from the University of Toronto. Upon completing her Masters, Dora will be licensed to teach both primary and junior levels for English, Mathematics, Social Studies, Language Arts and Reading.

Dora has previously worked with the TDSB in the Power Your Future program as a math assistant and tutor. The program provided incoming and current high school students a significant “leg-up” in their classes by engaging them in intensive curricular practice in all subject areas—making Dora is very familiar with the Ontario Curriculum expectations. She has also been engaged in community education partnerships through the University of Toronto, including the MYRA project, where she worked with high school students to engage them in community research and improve their math, English, geography and social science knowledge.

Currently, Dora has shifted her practice to teaching younger students. Her diverse educational background has strengthened her academic foundations and encouraged her to put a strong focus on student achievement and success in her practice. Dora believes in varying the type of teaching techniques she uses to cater to each specific student. She tries to be innovative and engaging by customizing sessions to suit her student’s developmental needs and learning style. By promoting a trusting and driven learning relationship with her students, Dora encourages communication to help students achieve their goals and build confidence in their learning.

Elena Soda has graduated with Honours from Niagara University and specializes in Primary Junior Education, with additional experience in the intermediate grades. Elena’s greatest passion in life is teaching, and she has experienced great success at school and at university due to amazing and unforgettable teachers. This is the foundation of Elena’s commitment to helping out her students, whatever their abilities may be. Elena is interested in continuing her educational journey and studying a masters degree specializing in teaching elementary students with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Elena has been teaching for more than 9 years in various settings – small and large groups, and teaching within Early Learning Classrooms, Primary Junior Classrooms, and Special Needs Classrooms. Elena looks forward to teaching and learning alongside your children.

Ellie has been with for Prep Academy Tutors since 2015. She completed her Bachelor’s of Education at the University of Ottawa in 2014. Since graduating, Ellie has taken additional qualification courses in special education, mathematics and reading. In 2017 Ellie graduated from the Master’s of Education program with a focus in global education, teaching and learning at the University of Ottawa. Ellie began working with the Toronto District School Board in 2017 where she started working as an occasional teacher and is now a contract teacher in the elementary panel.
Ellie is very passionate about supporting all students in areas of weakness to ensure students are gaining confidence and the skills that will help them become independent learners. Ellie believes that learning is lifelong and it is important to build a set of foundational skills to ensure that students have opportunities to achieve their goals.
As a certified teacher and an academic coach, Ellie understands the importance of creating a team environment with the student, parents, teachers and other educational professionals. Since working with Prep Academy Tutors she has become very familiar with Direct Instruction (Reading Mastery and Corrective Decoding) and the Wilson Reading System. She has seen the benefits with both programs while using them with her clients. She also advocates that it is important to recognize that all students learn differently, which is why flexibility in our instruction and teaching should be valued.
Ellie also has experience supporting students in mathematics and believes that having a strong understanding of the foundational basics in math is essential for further development. Ellie has experience teaching the 3 part math lessons that are seen in our school systems today, and she believes that connecting math to the real world is not only engaging to our students but can also help foster confidence and strength in mathematics.
Ellie looks forward to working with you and the Prep Academy family to support all educational needs and development.

Emily has been a full time French Immersion teacher with the York Region District School Board for the last 7.5 years. Emily was born in Montreal and grew up speaking French with her Francophone father and later decided to pursue a career in French teaching. She also attended French Immersion school growing up. Emily has both a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Education degree from Glendon College of York University. She has experience in a variety of grades, ranging from 1 to 6 but has most recently taught grades 2 and 3 French Immersion. Over the course of her career she has taken Additional Qualifications in French As a Second Language as well as Health and Physical Education. Emily takes into account the diverse needs of her learners to ensure an optimal learning experience for her students. She believes in small group work to better engage learners. In her free time she loves to read, ski, cook, travel and spend time with her dog, Charlie.

Filip recently graduated from Ryerson University with a Bachelor of Technology degree in 2021. He plans on continuing his studies in Education, as he aspires to become a teacher in the near future. Being bilingual, he is proficient in French and speaks the language fluently from a young age. In addition, he is a certified swimming instructor and lifeguard, having taught students from ages 6-18 for many years. Being an instructor has given Filip the experience to teach large groups of students as well as one-on-one private lessons. Furthermore, he is very passionate for graphic design and is highly skilled in Adobe programs such as Photoshop and Illustrator. While tutoring, he aims to teach engaging and productive lessons to his students while giving them the proper guidance to remain motivated and successful in school. In his spare time, he enjoys playing soccer and tennis, travelling the world and drawing.

Fiona has a BA in Geography from McGill and a Junior-Intermediate B. Ed from Queen’s. These university qualifications first took her around the world to work at international schools. In South Africa, she taught high school Geography and Economics at a time when democracy was just returning to that nation. In both Switzerland and Laos she found her niche as a grade five and six classroom teacher.

After settling back in Canada to start a family, Fiona used her experience in education to start a Muskoka Preschool and to volunteer as a tutor at Glen Orchard Public School. Still loving travel, Fiona homeschooled her two sons in all subjects from grades one to eight while they explored over 100 countries together. During her children’s high school years at Rosseau Lake College, Fiona held positions of Parent Guild President, Running Coach, Grades Seven and Eight Language Arts Teacher and Board Director. She also created a 50th Anniversary book for the school plus an RLC Yearbook for her younger son’s graduating year.

Fiona believes that learning should be both fun and purposeful. She encourages students to develop organizational skills to allow for creative and confidence-building experiences.

Gayathri S. is well known for her experience for working with children and her passion for teaching. She has her Bachelor of Arts and her Bachelor of Education to certify her teaching credentials in Ontario. She is a member of the IB World School, where she has taught in private schools, tutoring and educating primary and junior students. She is nurturing and focuses on creating a safe space, a child-centered approach in students acknowledging their learning abilities and accomplishing their educational needs.

George received his undergraduate degree at the University of Toronto in 2009 with a double major in Math and Chemistry, followed by a Bachelor of Education at Tyndale University specializing in Junior, Intermediate, and Senior levels. George’s diverse experiences working with students of all ages and backgrounds, as a classroom instructor, home tutor, and international teacher have framed his love of learning and passion to teach.

Following his B.Ed., George worked as a contract teacher in England in his first year and has gained invaluable experiences in a classroom setting. He has worked with students who excel at Math/Science as well as students with LD’s and helped them gain confidence and positive results. Since coming back from the UK, George have been teaching for a number of private institutes as well as 1-on-1 tutoring all across Ontario. George is also fluent in Mandarin and loves to play board games and watch basketball in his spare time.

Gureet is a certified Ontario teacher with about 8 years of teaching experience (both in the professional and volunteer sections). She completed her Honours Bachelor of Science at Glendon Campus, York University in 2019, double majoring in Biology and Political Science. She completed her Bachelor of Education at York University in 2021 and expanded her knowledge of teaching throughout the summer of 2021 in Special Education and Mathematics, Grades 7 & 8. Moreover, Gureet has attained certificates in other post-secondary institutions regarding teaching and inclusion at University of Toronto and Harvard University (online). She has always wanted to become a teacher since she was 5 years old, and she continues to expand in her experiences and be open-minded in supporting students that need it the most, as well as creating a positive learning experience for all students.

Hannah is an Ontario Certified Teacher specializing in primary, junior and intermediate instruction.

Hannah grew up on Georgian Bay and moved to Toronto to complete her Bachelor of Arts in History and French at York University, Glendon.

Hannah prides herself on being an enthusiastic and involved educator with a commitment to cultivating learning opportunities that are hands-on, meaningful, and engaging. She possesses a wide range of teaching experience with students from kindergarten to grade 8 in virtual, classroom, and even outdoor settings.

Hannah currently works as an Occasional Teacher with the Simcoe County District School Board and an Outdoor Educator at Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto. Hannah hopes that with her teaching she can foster civic and social responsibility and encourage future stewards of the Earth. Hannah’s passion for learning has even brought her to Windsor Castle, England – working with leaders like Jane Goodall to create programming opportunities for youth.

Along with a commitment to helping student’s meet their academic goals, Hannah believes that social-emotional well-being and relationships should be at the forefront of all her teaching.

Harris is an OCT certified teacher working towards a career in data science. Born and raised in Honduras, Harris has a Masters degree in Physics and a Bachelors degree in Mathematics. Harris has two years experience teaching high school in Toronto and a total of 12 years of combined tutoring experience dating back to his Undergraduate years. During Graduate school, Harris taught physics labs to pre-med students and gave lectures in physics to first year physics classes. His experience spans from tutoring math (grades 9-12 and first year university) and physics (grades 11-12, IB and first year university), tutoring grade 10 science, grade 11 computer science, grade 12 data management, and grade 12 calculus from the TDSB curriculum. Given his data science pursuit, he can also be of assistance with beginner’s Python programming language as well. Most computer science courses in high school are moving towards teaching object-oriented programming. Harris is a huge fan of comedy and sports so he uses both of those aspects to connect with students.

Heather graduated from McMaster University with a bachelor of honours commerce. Heather has had a life-long passion for education, and has many years of experience teaching students of all ages and personalities! While at McMaster, Heather was the Head Administrator of the First Year Orientation Program where she discovered her skill as an academic coach. She mentored many first year students, teaching skills such as note-taking and efficient studying. Her enthusiasm and energy are contagious, making her not only an effective teacher, but also a fun one. Her philosophy on teaching is that one does not create greatness in students, one uncovers it. Heather is also a trained SSAT coach, and she enjoys guiding students in preparing for this examination. Heather is trained in the Reading Mastery Program, and she enjoys working with young readers. In her spare time Heather is a ski instructor, with her background in ski racing. When not teaching, you can find Heather out on a cross country run or enjoying a book at home with her cat.

Heidi has a Bachelor of Arts degree (with distinction) in Early Childhoods Studies from Toronto Meteopolitan University and Bachelor of Education degree (with distinction) from York University. After graduating, she went back to York University to do her additional qualifications in Special Education, Intermediate Mathematics, and Senior First Nations, Mètis and Inuit Studies.

She has always had a passion for teaching children and has over 10 years of experience as a private tutor. Heidi has helped students with knowledge gaps in math and has helped students improve their reading levels. She is currently teaching elementary and middle schools in the Toronto District School Board. As a special resource teacher this year, Heidi has been supporting students one-on-one and in small groups for all subjects.

My name is Hooman Razavi. I graduated from University of Toronto with degree in Biochemistry in 2006 and then finished my B.Ed in 2007 at OISE. Since graduation, I have taught for the last twelve years in schools in Toronto and China and tutored many students from various backgrounds. I enjoy interactions at every level and love to see when my students ask questions, learn something new and share their ideas with me. I truly believe in the idea that success has more to do with hard work than natural depositions and try to cultivate good skills and love of learning in my students.
I enjoy playing Basketball, Table Tennis, Volleyball and Soccer and love reading Philosophical books especially classics to enrich my perspective on Education and life in general.

Howard is an experienced educator having worked in secondary and post-secondary as a tutor, tutorial, and seminar leader. He’s currently finishing his PhD at York University and teaches social science and writing courses at Seneca College. Howard has tutored extensively in a variety of subjects including social science, humanities, business, and research writing. He specializes in helping students set goals and develop strategies to improve their writing and studying skills. With more than 15 years working in education and the private sector, Howard has been able to support students as they develop their academic and professional skills.

After completing a diploma in Liberal Arts at Seneca College, Howard went on to study Anthropology and History at York University, where he also received a Bachelor of Education (Intermediate Senior/Highschool Teaching). He then completed a Master of Arts at Guelph University, specializing in Public Issues Anthropology and Applied Sociology. He has also completed certificates and training in research ethics, teaching with technology, tutor training, as well as extensive training and experience working with students with unique learning needs. Howard also enjoys mentoring students and young professionals as they embark on their transition from school to work.

Iain Bain is a second year teacher candidate at York University in the Junior/Intermediate division, grades 4-10. Born in Ottawa and the eldest of six, he moved to Toronto to complete his undergraduate degree in journalism and economics at Ryerson University. Upon graduation, Iain moved to Toulouse, France to work as a communications specialist in the aerospace sector. It was during this time that he honed his bilingual skill-sets. Returning to Canada, Iain then completed two post graduate certificates in French linguistics at Ryerson University. Working as a personal trainer to fund his education, Iain discovered his affinity for working with children. Over the course of a year, Iain studied the Orton-Gillingham system designed to instruct students with dyslexia. He then continued on to work as a freelance tutor for various subjects utilizing this systematic multi-sensory approach. Iain eventually decided it was time to pursue his Bachelor of Education.

Iain’s teaching philosophy entails developing engaging and interactive lessons that not only deliver the material but also incites curiosity and inquisition on the part of the pupil. Iain has spent his first year placed in a rotary core French classroom where he has designed and implemented inquiry based projects inspiring creative responses to real life scenarios such as cooking, traveling, sustainability and all in French. Iain loves working with children especially in French and thrives on the challenge of discovering new ways to conceptualize mathematics.

During his first year at York, Iain provided after school homework help in mathematics, French and English. While French is his primary teachable, Iain had elected to take several mathematics courses given his experience and passion for the subject. Iain has helped students consolidate mathematical theories, explore differentiated tactics to solving problems and subscribes to the development of student perception of the topic rather than prescribe procedures to be committed to memory. He is well versed in the math curriculum from grades 4 to 9. In this way, Iain develops his students’ strengths in order to develop a strong understanding of mathematical concepts.

Iain’s passion for travel and time spent in France is where his love of the French language originates. He dropped out of the Extended French program in high school after the 10th grade due to a lack of interest. Iain believes that students must grasp a tangible connection to the language in order for them to succeed in the subject. Constructing lessons and adapting assignments in order to inspire genuine interest will result in the desire to learn the grammatical principles of the language. Iain learned to speak French by living it, then pursued formal instruction in order to consolidate the oral skills he had learned. Constructing a real connection with the language is crucial for the student’s success as a future francophone.

Innah has been a registered early childhood educator for the past seven years.  She has experience working with kids in all age groups from infancy to 12 years of age.  Innah has an educational background in early childhood education as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a post-graduate degree in Autism and Behavioural Sciences and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.  Innah has a hard working knowledge of creating, developing, facilitating and evaluating program plans and workshops.  She has been tutoring students aged 3-10 years in a one-on-one capacity since 2018. Innah also had the opportunity of running a Learning Pod for a family in Toronto from October 2020 until January 2021.  The Pod had a mixed age group of students ranging from preschool to kindergarten. While teaching this Pod, Innah used different teaching strategies according to the unique needs of each child. She has the passion, skills and determination to help each child reach their milestones and optimize their full potential.

Irene is an Ontario Certified Teacher at the Intermediate/Senior level and has taught in the Toronto District School Board for over ten years. She graduated from the University of Toronto with an Honours Bachelor of Science and went on to complete her Bachelor of Education at the University of Ottawa. Irene is qualified to teach grade 9/10 Science, grade 11/12 Chemistry and grade 11/12 Biology. She also has experience teaching grades 1-10 Mathematics as well. Outside of teaching, Irene enjoys more active and creative ventures including: Zumba, table tennis, piano, scrapbooking, baking/cake decorating and is currently learning how to salsa and crochet!

Jacob is an Engineering Chemistry graduate from Queen’s University with 5 years of teaching experience accumulated as a teaching assistant and private tutor for the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science at Queen’s University. He also has 2 years of high school teaching experience as he served as a teaching assistant for enriched intermediate English and Math classes at CHELP, an extracurricular academic enrichment program.

He is currently employed as a Consulting Analyst at Accenture and excels at assisting students solve complex problems by breaking them down into smaller manageable parts, similar to how consultants solve their clients’ business problems.

Jamilyn graduated from Ryerson University with a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Studies (ECS) and a minor in Sociology. She is currently in her second, and final, year in the Masters of Teaching (MT) program at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) at the University of Toronto in the Primary/Junior division. Both of these programs provided her with a variety of valuable practicum experiences that further reinforced her passion towards teaching. In Grade 5, she began attending Saturday school to learn how to speak, read, and write in Mandarin. She won many verse-speaking competitions and has a high school language certificate for Grade 9 Mandarin. She hopes to travel to China someday to use what she has learned and to further strengthen her language fluency. When she turned sixteen, Jamilyn began teaching swimming. She is currently Red Cross-certified and teaches integrated swim lessons at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital for children with varying abilities. She has also helped lead aquatic programs such as inpatient swims, Snoezelen (sensory therapy), March Break Swim Camp, and the Integrated Education and Therapy program. In addition, she is certified with the Red Cross as a Youth Leader and teaches the Babysitting course.

During her time in the Early Childhood Studies program, Jamilyn completed practicums in two Early Learning Centers, a Grade 1/2 split classroom, and a kindergarten classroom. Jamilyn particularly enjoys supporting students through their early literacy development. When she was younger, she led her younger siblings through the Hooked on Phonics program that focused on letter recognition, reading, and reading comprehension. This passion was revisited during her third year ECS practicum at in the Grade 1/2 split classroom, as she was trained in the “We Will Read” program and worked one-on-one with four Grade 1 students who were below grade-level. Jamilyn designed developmentally appropriate individualized lessons and activities for each of them. At the end of the program, each child read a book to their classmates proudly, and independently.

During her time in the Masters of Teaching program at OISE she completed a practicum experience in a Grade 6 classroom where she focused on Math, Language, Social Studies, and Media Literacy. Her second practicum in the MT program was in Grade 1 where she led all subject areas. Jamilyn learned she has a passion for teaching students about advocacy. During her time in the Grade 6 classroom, she led a Social Studies and media literacy unit on the Rights of a Child. In the Grade 1 classroom, she led a Social Studies unit on advocacy and activism and included the students to a fundraiser held by Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital called “Capes of Kids”. She looks forward to continuing to learn and apply her experiences in her upcoming practicums.

Jan possesses master’s degree in science. He is in his second year of completing his master’s degree in teaching (in the junior and intermediate level) at the University of Toronto (U of T). Jan is currently employed by U of T Scarborough within the Department of Environmental Science as a lecturer. He teaches a masters level course titled Aquatic Ecology and Biomonitoring. For the last 20 years he has worked with students ranging from grades 4 to grade 12 and at the University level. He also works as a coach and as a mentor preparing high school and university students for interviews, helping them with resumes and cover letters, as well as task and time management strategies so that they can be more successful within their chosen career paths. He enjoys fishing, camping, playing soccer and kick boxing

Jason graduated from his Teaching degree at the Ontario Institute for Education and has completed research projects pertaining to memory retention and the impact of the pandemic on student mental health. As such, Jason incorporates stress-reducing activities throughout his tutoring sessions. While completing research during his Masters of science at Queen’s University, Jason learned techniques that increase students’ long-term memory retention of subject material (such as anatomy and biology concepts), a technique that he applies to his tutoring sessions. Jason has extensive curriculum knowledge in the sciences and excels while working with students in an individual capacity. Jason has taught and tutored both in-person and online and has received positive feedback throughout his career. Jason enjoys applying his experiences as they relate to the content in the tutoring session. He is excited to share the science behind his chameleon’s ability to change colours, and the mystery behind the colours of his calico cat Violet.

Jen is an Ontario Certified Teacher, holding a Bachelor of Education and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Psychology from Queen’s University. She has experience teaching children of all abilities from Kindergarten to Grade 6, and has worked in both TDSB and private school settings, such as Bialik Hebrew Day School. Jen has additional qualifications in Special Education, Teaching Math, and Teaching Reading, which enables her to effectively engage students with a variety of learning needs. Having completed the French Immersion program at Lawrence Park CI, Jen enjoys working with both French and English subjects. She has a passion for inclusion, along with compassion for children with disabilities, and intends to pursue this throughout her career as a teacher. Jen has gathered a wide range of experience working with children with special needs in both classroom and recreational environments, including Bloorview School Authority. Additionally, Jen is trained on the Remedial Programs of Direct Instruction Reading Mastery and The Wilson Reading Program and she enjoys working through these programs with struggling readers and writers. As an educator, her goal is to empower students to engage in and enjoy their learning, overcome obstacles, and reach their academic potential.

Jenifer is an OCT certified teacher who graduated with honours from the University of Waterloo in the mathematics teaching option program along with a BEd from Queen’s University. She taught math and was involved in the residential program at an independent school in the GTA for two years before moving to England to teach for three years. Abroad, she taught math and science at a secondary school in Essex, England. For the past 4 years she has returned to the independent school system in the GTA  and has been teaching high school math.

In her teaching, she believes that building relationships is the key to success. Spending time to get to know her students is an important part of the process; building trust allows for a safe learning space to be created and students will be able to ask questions and not be afraid to make mistakes. The learning process can be messy but she loves to dive in with her students to support them in paving their own way on their learning journey and providing them with tools to help them reach their goals.

Outside of teaching she is an avid runner, sometimes having to brave the extreme heat and cold to get her kilometres in. The running and exercising helps her to balance her other pass-time of baking. In the years aboard, Jenifer has fallen in love with travelling and exploring all the wonders of the world. Besides doing the usual sightseeing in the major cities, she enjoys taking a few extra days to immerse herself in the culture and live like a local in smaller towns. She is hoping to be able to get back to seeing the world soon!

Jennifer has been teaching for the Toronto District School Board for 20 years. She has also been tutoring students for 15 years in the Toronto area. Jennifer graduated from the University of Western Ontario with her Bachelors of Education.

Throughout her 20 years in the Toronto District School Board, she has taught all grades from JK-Grade 6.  Jennifer has obtained her Physical Education Specialist as well as an additional qualification in Reading Part 1 and Special Education.  Additionally, Jennifer has guided students through the Leaps and Bounds remedial math program.

Jennifer enjoys helping students set achievable goals and focus on how to attain them together. In her spare time, Jennifer enjoys playing volleyball and tennis with her two daughters, aged 13 and 11.

Jennifer is a Certified Teacher who holds an AQ in Special Education and specializes in working with students using Assistive Technology. As a Technology Consultant, she has supported over 180 students in the past year, by integrating learning strategies with specialized software in the York Region District School Board (YRDSB). Jennifer empowers her students through rapport building and differentiated instruction to effectively overcome learning barriers. She has worked with students with various exceptionalities including autism, ADHD, CP, dyslexia and auditory processing disorder.

Jennifer’s expertise in leading educational technology include: Google Apps for Education (GAFE), Google Read & Write, Kurzweil 3000, WordQ/SpeakQ, Dragon Naturallyspeaking and Smart Ideas. As software designed to support cognitive processing, teaching students how to effectively integrate them with authentic practice can help achieve better communication, writing, organization, comprehension and test-taking skills.

The combination of her Ontario curriculum knowledge from K-12 and familiarity of technology in education makes Jennifer effective in targeting individual student needs to boost self-confidence and independence. Recognizing the importance of family and community involvement, she values connections with parents and teachers/administration to keep communication about student progress open.

Since 2013, Jennifer has experience working with learning and literacy engagement programs in the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) and independent schools. The program she specializes in is a STEM-focused integration of social justice and literacy/numeracy. In addition to working with K-8, she also teaches grade 10-12 Ontario credit courses including English, Business and Social Sciences.

Jennifer holds a B.Ed. in the primary/junior divisions from Lakehead University as well as a B. Design from Ryerson University. She was certified by the Ontario College of Teachers in 2012. In addition, she also has AQs in Music and Intermediate History.

As a world traveler, Jennifer also has experience teaching ESL in South Korea for 3 years, running sewing and tailoring workshops in Sri Lanka and was involved with a literacy engagement camp in Onigaming First Nation, near Thunder Bay. Jennifer loves learning just as much as teaching. She is inspired by travel, photography and cooking. Her personal learning pursuits include becoming Google Certified, becoming better at plant identification and making time for crafts.

Jenny is a professional teacher with more than five years of experience educating in private schools around the world. After receiving her Honours Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Philosophy from the University of Toronto, Jenny’s passion for travel took her overseas, where she began her teaching career. Having taught at the elementary level at SABIS International School, an accredited international private school, for two years, her dedication to her students’ achievements inspired her to take on the additional roles of University Counselor and English Department coordinator. Upon her return to Canada, Jenny brought back a wealth of experience in diverse learning environments, which she continues to apply while teaching both high school and elementary levels in private schools across the GTA.

Jesse Abbott is a PhD Candidate in Canadian History at the University of Waterloo. He holds a BA (Honours) and MA from Brock University, where he graduated at the top of his class. Jesse is an experienced educator with over 7 years teaching experience at the post-secondary and high school level. He has assisted with a variety of courses and worked with students at a wide range of skill levels, both in small groups, and one-on-one. Jesse knows what teachers want to see!
Jesse lives in Mississauga with his fiancé, Stephanie, who is a primary teacher in the Peel School Board. They share a passion for teaching and life-long learning.
Jesse is available to tutor students in History, English, and general essay writing. He especially enjoys challenging upper-level students and preparing them for university.

Jo-Anne Celine is French Canadian, originating from Western Canada where she attended a French Academy in her youth. She has taught French Immersion for over 20 years with the Toronto District School Board, focusing on the primary years. She brings several years experience in teaching FRENCH IMMERSION. She was instrumental in helping set up a Grade 1 French Immersion Program for the York Regional School Board and has been a chair teacher, supporting administrators and organizing extra curricular activities. She earned her B.A.( Specialized Honours in Psychology-member of Dean’s Honour Roll) in 1980. Upon graduation she became a Sales Representative and thereafter, Bilingual National Sales Manager for the Canadian Distributor of Fieldcrest towels and linens. Returning to school she pursued her Bachelor of Education at the University of Toronto ( Member of Dean’s Honour Roll) in 1992. She is certified by the Ontario College of Teachers to teach both primary and Junior grades levels. Jo-Anne has additional qualifications in French, a Reading Specialist and math. Jo-Anne recently retired from full time teaching with the T.D.S.B in 2016. She is currently an occasional teacher with the Toronto District School Board. She has had a very successful teaching career and has a strong dedication to ensuring her students are successful.
Jo-Anne has been a Bilingual Corporate Trainer for Canon Canada where she trained Sales Representatives from various Canon Dealers across Canada. Jo-Anne is dedicated, patient and enjoys working rirh children and adults. Her passions are cooking, hosting dinner parties and travel.

Joanna is an experienced French tutor and has been teaching this beautiful, international language for 7 years– and counting! She has been learning French for most of her life, from taking Extended French and AP French throughout school, to continuing her learning at York University’s Glendon College in Translation Studies. Moliere’s language also lead her to spending two years as an English teacher in France, instilling a love of language-learning in students aged 4-15. She is currently completing her Master of Teaching at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at U of T and has her French teaching qualifications for Primary-Junior classrooms. She is excited to take her creative approaches to teaching math, literacy, and more!

Joanna is a language-learner herself, speaking 4 fluently and currently learning 2 others, so she understands the struggles that come with comprehension, speaking, and, those pesky grammar tenses! More importantly, she can apply all of these learned strategies to your own learning needs, finding the one that fits you best. Joanna believes in helping everyone find their own way of learning and she is there to guide anyone to find their path. She is patient, communicative, and organized– making sure that all needs and concerns are met in an effective, creative, and comprehensible manner.

Joyce is an Ontario Certified Teacher who teaches at a public secondary school.  She completed a bilingual undergraduate degree at Glendon College, York University, double majoring in English and Mathematics. As well, se completed a Masters Degree in English Literature at the University of Toronto. She is certified to teach Intermediate/Senior Math, English, ESL, and Special Education. She is a very kind, experienced teacher who has taught all levels of Math and English. She is a strong believer in helping students build a strong foundation in literacy and numeracy as well as a joy for learning.

Justin Dupuis is an OCT Certified Teacher with 11 years of teaching experience who graduated from Brock University with both his Honours Bachelor of Arts in Integrated Studies as well as his Bachelor of Education. He holds teachable qualifications in Mathematics and Geography teaching students in both the public and private sector from the junior grades all the way up to senior high school students. In addition, he has his specialist certification in special education, providing him with a plethora of tools for students with varying educational needs. He teaching career has taken him around the globe to the Middle East, but he currently works here at home teaching Math and Geography at Dunbarton HS in Pickering. Justin’s passions in education revolve around finding engaging and interesting ways to teach material that helps students to see the value and purpose of what they’re learning.

Justin Mejia is an OCT Qualified Intermediate senior (grades7-12) teacher with the qualifications and ability to teach English, Socials, History, Philosophy and French. He possesses an undergraduate degree in Philosophy and English from the University of British Columbia and a Bachelor of Education from York University.
Over the last several years, Mr. Mejia has worked full time teaching in class Secondary English, Socials, and French in British Columbia and in Ontario. He also has had experience working as a tutor and as a Youth worker. This experience, combined with his philosophical background, has given Mr. Mejia the ability to understand what is necessary in achieving student success. By creating an inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environment, and by connecting students’ personal lives and experiences to the course content, Mr. Mejia believes that we not only enable students to achieve their intellectual, social, and physical potential, we also encourage them to develop into responsible, compassionate citizens that are prepared to meet the challenges of our ever changing world.

Katarina is an aspiring teacher who is deeply committed to her studies and passionate about making a difference in the lives of her students. Currently, she is in her second year of the Bachelor of Education program at York University, where she is enhancing her skills and acquiring valuable experience in the field. She graduated from Queen’s University in 2020, where she earned a degree in science and established a solid foundation in Science and Math. This, coupled with her exceptional organizational and communication skills, makes her an excellent tutor. Katarina has a true passion for helping students grow and reach their full potential. With her experience as a Behaviour Therapist, Katarina works hard to help children with Autism acquire important life skills that will aid them in reaching their full potential. She understands that each student has unique strengths and weaknesses, and is committed to working with them in a personalized manner to help them achieve their goals. Her enthusiasm for education and her dedication to student success make her confident in her ability to provide high-quality support and guidance to those she works with.

Kate earned her bachelor’s degree in Primary/Junior Education from York University’s Faculty of Education. She also holds a B.A. in Sociology and Criminology from the University of Toronto. While completing her Social Service Worker certification through Seneca College, Kate discovered her passion for working with kids and decided to pursue teaching as a career.

Kate has worked in various TDSB schools, an after school literacy program based out of an independent bookshop, and as a science camp counsellor. She has worked with students from Kindergarten to grade 8. Kate loves learning about her students’ communities and interests. She has also volunteered with Frontier College as a tutor for adults with learning disabilities and with Sunnybrook Hospital.

Kate is a born and raised Toronto resident who enjoys yoga, exploring the city’s many parks and ravines, and horseback riding.

Kate is qualified in Primary, Junior, Intermediate and Senior divisions. Kate has an undergraduate degree from Trent University (2018) in English Literature, with emphasis in Education and Linguistics. She has recently completed ABQ’s in Intermediate Physical Education and Senior FNMI Studies. Kate completed Special Education Part 1 after graduating from her Bachelor of Education at Nipissing University in 2021. Kate understands the importance of communication with guardians throughout the year to ensure the well-being and success of their child. She is sensitive to the learning and social needs of students and strives to ensure each student feels included within the classroom.

Katharine is an accomplished educator with over a decade of teaching experience. Her educational journey has spanned from her early teaching days in England to her current role within the Toronto District School Board. Katharine possesses a solid academic background, including an Honours Bachelor of Arts and Science degree and a Bachelor of Education from Lakehead University. In addition to her foundational qualifications, she has earned specialized certifications in Special Education, English Language Learning (ELL), and Mathematics.

Katharine’s extensive knowledge and diverse teaching experiences reflect her unwavering commitment to fostering the growth and development of her students. With over 12 years of tutoring experience across a wide range of subjects, she excels in delivering tailored instruction.

Beyond her dedication to teaching, Katharine finds joy in various activities. She enjoys coding, walking her dog Konan, and reading.

Kathir Brabaharan has a PhD in Chemistry and has been an educator for more than thirty years. He retired as a Curriculum Leader for Mathematics from Sir John A. Macdonald C.I. and went to China for few years as a Mathematics/Physics teacher. Kathir won the Descartes Medal in 2009 for promoting Mathematics across Ontario. He is truly passionate about teaching and learning mathematics and problem solving.

Kathryn holds a Master of Teaching degree from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (University of Toronto), and a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Gender Studies from the University of British Columbia. Kathryn’s passion is developing strong and supportive relationships with her students – her motto is “love first, ask questions later.” Her instructional style emphasizes curiousity and collaboration, with the goal of supporting students in becoming agents of their own learning.

With a background in the performing arts at the community-level, Kathryn is a big fan of using read-alouds and other storytelling devices when learning something new. Although not a trained scientist, Kathryn lives by the motto that “the world is just awesome” and loves introducing her students to the wonders of the world through the science curriculum. Another ongoing interest is social-emotional learning and mental health; mindfulness moments, body breaks, and visualization are all part of Kathryn’s repertoire.

Passionate about equity and social justice in education, Kathryn considers each student holistically and works to tailor supports/instruction to match the needs of both the child and their caregivers. Beginning in May, Kathryn will be completing Level 1 Additional Qualifications in both Reading and Special Education. When she’s not teaching you will find Kathryn with her nose in a book or going for a walk around the neighbourhood.

Keltie enjoys the laughter and positive energy that’s sparked from the learning and friendship of her wonderful students. For eleven years, she worked for York Region District School Board, where she taught all grades from kindergarten to six . Keltie also had the unique opportunity to teach at a Montessori school in the Cayman Islands for four years. Now she’s been focusing her attention on tutoring with Prep Academy Tutors for the past two years. Keltie’s experienced in supporting students with strengthening reading and writing skills, enriching mathematical understanding and supporting readiness for the Grade 3 & 6 EQAO tests. Keltie thoroughly enjoys the connection tutoring provides; one where she can individualize needed supports that help to boost a student’s confidence and understanding.

Kennedy is a full time teacher at an IB Private Academy in North York. She has spent the past two years teaching primary school in London, England. Before moving to England, Kennedy studied drama and music at Queen’s University, where she also acquired her bachelor of education. By living and working in England, Kennedy was able to fuel her love of travel and curiosity of the world around us. In addition to travel, Kennedy also enjoys golf and performing in musical theatre – but her main passion has always been education and teaching.

A learning environment needs to be supportive, safe, challenging and of course fun. Kennedy’s approach to learning focuses on the whole student. She believes that a well-rounded education that touches on student well-being ultimately strengthens their ability to become successful global citizens. She understands the importance of empowering students now in order for them to be successful in tomorrow’s world.

Growing up, Kennedy set high expectations for herself as a learner, and she can support students by promoting successful time-management skills and she will work with the student to discover their own style of learning. She is looking forward to form a positive rapport with her students to help them grow in their academics and academic confidence!

Khalil has a bachelors of science in physics and mathematics. He is pursuing a master of teaching degree at OISE. He’s been tutoring since he has graduated high school with various different companies and methods. Khalil enjoys exploring new avenues by which to approach teaching mathematics and physics concepts and is always looking to improve upon his teaching and tutoring skill set.

Graduating with a Major in Kinesiology and a Minor in French, Kirsten is currently finishing his Master’s degree in Education at York University. Throughout his undergraduate degree, Kirsten was a varsity volleyball athlete, proving that strong time-management skills are crucial when striving for success. Not only has Kirsten juggled with being a student-athlete for multiple years, but he did so at the highest level, achieving time and time again a spot on the University’s Dean’s list. Along with being trustworthy and having a personable attitude toward everyone, Kirsten’s main objectives in life are to see improvement and growth in those who he teaches/tutors. In addition to being extremely motivated and goal-oriented, Kirsten possesses a wide range of educational experiences, such as substitute teaching in the TDSB, tutoring mathematics, French, and science, as well as being a multi-sport coach. All in all, Kirsten would love to continue striving for academic excellence through the knowledge he passes on to his students, aiding all, one session at a time.

Kirsten has been a teacher with the York Region District School Board since 2014. She is qualified in the primary, junior, and intermediate divisions and has a specialist in Mathematics and Health and Physical Education. Kirsten has always had a passion for the arts, specifically dance, starting from a young age then eventually being accepted into the Arts York Dance Program at Unionville High School, then the Varsity Dance Pack at The University of Western Ontario. Teaching has always been a part of Kirsten’s life growing up in a family of educators and administrators, and she too has future goals of becoming a leader in today’s education system. Kirsten currently teaches grade 7/8 in Aurora, she is the lead teacher of the Intermediate Student Council at her school, and continues to enjoy finding new ways of delivering the Ontario Curriculum to her students.

Krista is a first-year student at Queen’s University in the Concurrent Education program hoping to become a high school teacher in the future. Krista is working towards her major in health studies with teachable subjects in geography and Indigenous studies. She loves helping others and has always had a passion for teaching. Krista has grown-up-loving sports, and she proudly became a member of the Queen’s Women’s Ultimate Frisbee team this past year. She understands the importance of both mental and physical health and would love nothing more than to help young students learn how to balance both.

Although she is not a certified teacher…yet, Krista has worked with young children often. She has spent her summers working at camps teaching different activities such as crafts, biking and swimming. In high school, Krista spent time tutoring and working in a classroom as a co-op student.

In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with friends, playing sports, or exercising, exploring new places, and spending time outdoors.

Kristin graduated from York University earning an Honors Double Major in Spanish and Latin American and Caribbean Studies. She then went on to complete her second degree, with a Bachelor of Education at the Primary/Junior Level. After graduating, she worked as a supply teacher at Branksome Hall, teaching grades JK to 6 in all subject areas. Kristin is currently a full-time teacher for grades Pre-K to SK and has extensive experience teaching children of all ages. She has also worked collaboratively with Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Pathologists, helping students with cognitive, sensory, motor, and speech and language challenges achieve success in the classroom. As part of her professional development, Kristin is trained in the Handwriting Without Tears and Wilson programs as well as in the O.G (Orton-Gillingham) method. Kristin is a passionate teacher who firmly believes that educational instruction should not follow a “one size fits all” approach, but must be adapted to fit the unique learning styles of each student.Kristin graduated from York University earning an Honors Double Major in Spanish and Latin American and Caribbean Studies. She then went on to complete her second degree, with a Bachelor of Education at the Primary/Junior Level. After graduating, she worked as a supply teacher at Branksome Hall, teaching grades JK to 6 in all subject areas. Kristin is currently a full-time teacher for grades Pre-K to SK and has extensive experience teaching children of all ages. She has also worked collaboratively with Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Pathologists, helping students with cognitive, sensory, motor, and speech and language challenges achieve success in the classroom. As part of her professional development, Kristin is trained in the Handwriting Without Tears and Wilson programs as well as in the O.G (Orton-Gillingham) method. Kristin is a passionate teacher who firmly believes that educational instruction should not follow a “one size fits all” approach, but must be adapted to fit the unique learning styles of each student.

Laura is a patient and enthusiastic educator who takes pride in helping her students succeed! Laura holds a Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies, and is currently working towards the completion of her OCT designation with Ontario Tech University. Laura has been in the education field for just under 10 years tutoring students, teaching health and physical education in a private school setting, as well as teaching abroad in South Africa. Laura would be a phenomenal fit to help your child achieve their academic goals!

Lenssa has been teaching senior science, accounting, and mathematics as an Ontario & BC Certified teacher since September 2013. After completing her undergraduate degree at the University of Toronto in 2011 (attaining a Bachelor of Science with high distinction, majoring in Integrative Biology and Psychology), she took a year off to explore the world as a flight attendant. She returned to the school in the next fall for their teacher education program (OISE), graduating with Intermediate/Senior Biology and Social Sciences teachables. Lenssa immediately began her teaching career at an international school in Saint Lucia where she taught happily in the sunshine for two years. In search of adventure, she moved to China and taught at in international school there for three wonderful years. Since she started teaching, she has returned to school to add Junior/Intermediate Math to her teachables as well as getting a certificate for AP Chemistry. She is currently back in school (at University of Toronto), taking courses to add Senior Chemistry to that list.

Born in Addis Ababa (Ethiopia), Lenssa moved to Canada as a young child with her family. Since then, she’s moved around a number of times and has loved every minute of it. Having a teacher for a father and a family the impressed upon her the value of education, her love for the field was nurtured from childhood. From spending her summers as a youth helper in summer camps, a volunteer soccer coach, and babysitting the children of friends to volunteering as a tutor/ mentor to underprivileged kids during her undergrad, she has always made room for teaching. Her favourite parts of teaching are getting to know some wonderful kids and the continuous opportunity to learn new things. When she’s not teaching, she likes to spend her time with her family/friends, travelling, and exploring all that the world has to offer.

Lilly is an Ontario Certified Teacher and a dedicated secondary school educator with a specialization in grades 7-12, in science and French education. Holding a bachelor’s degree in science with a major in biology, she brings a strong academic foundation to her teaching. Lilly extends her passion for education by tutoring students in science, math, and French.

Lilly has also served as a swim instructor, camp counselor, and children’s hospital teacher. These diverse experiences reflect her dedication to providing enriching educational opportunities in various settings. In her free time, Lilly finds enjoys watching movies, baking, and taking walks with her dog. Her varied experiences, makes her a valued mentor and educator in both the classroom and individualized learning settings.

Luca holds a Honours Bachelor of Arts in History and Geography and a Masters of Teaching from the University of Toronto. Furthermore, Luca has his specialist qualification in Primary/Junior Mathematics.

Luca is a tenured York Region teacher with seven years of teaching Junior/Intermediate experience. Here he has applied his education experience to become a leader in mathematics.

Luca has a balance approached and believes that learning should be a rewarding experience. He strives to optimize the learning experience by making learning tangible and applicable to students’ everyday lives.

I have been working with youth for 30 years. First, as a Tennis Canada coach and program director. Then, as an English teacher and eventually Vice Principal at The Sterling Hall School for Boys. In 2010, as Founding Principal, I helped launch Blyth Academy Lawrence Park, a co-ed high school that grew steadily on the promise of personalized learning and a student-centred environment. Having recently gained certification through the International Coaching Federation, I’m excited to be launching an academic coaching business and to be doing more of what I’ve always enjoyed most: working closely with youth and now young professionals, 1:1, and helping them work towards their very best ‘self’.

Luke is a tutor and learner who values breadth, experimentation and interdisciplinary knowledge, having radically changed majors, schools and career goals many a time. Ultimately earning an MA in Linguistics and a BSc in Computer Science from the University of Toronto, he has tutored mathematics, French, physics, chemistry and computer programming since 2016, with stints working as a university teaching assistant, dialect researcher, and even a professional web developer. He has worked with students of all ages, from elementary to post-secondary, and with diverse learning needs, such as ADHD and giftedness. Luke believes in maintaining a non-judgemental space where students are encouraged to identify and articulate their difficulties and strengths, formulate goals, and develop a sense of self-efficacy through subject mastery. Grateful to have savoured quite the cheese platter of educational opportunities, he continues to sample new ones, dabbling in theatrical clown, improv, voice acting, and the aerial arts.

Madeline is an Ontario Certified Teacher, holding a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, followed by a Bachelor of Education from York University, specializing in the Primary/Junior grade levels. Her passion for travelling and athletics led her to study in North Carolina, and obtain a tennis scholarship for the women’s varsity team with the NCAA. Additionally, Madeline has taken an Additional Qualification in Special Education, and consistently participates in educational workshops to further her knowledge. She has worked in both the private and public school systems, as a fulltime teacher, supply teacher, and as an Educational Assistant. Madeline believes that every student is a unique force with an abundance of talent. Her challenge as an educator is to provide learning opportunities that engage, challenge and empower students in realizing their highest potential. Madeline is passionate about working with children and helping them gain the confidence they need to succeed.

For Mahala, teaching and working with young learners has always been her passion. She completed her undergraduate degree from Wilfrid Laurier University, majoring in Youth and Child Studies with a minor in Psychology. In 2019, Mahala earned her Master of Teaching degree from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, with a focus on primary/ junior education.

Having struggled as a young student due to her own learning challenges, Mahala has become very passionate about the importance of instilling a love of learning at a young age as well as a strong academic foundation. During her undergrad, Mahala volunteered with the Grand Erie District School Board and the ‘Strong Start to Reading’ program, an approach that supports the literacy skills of students in JK-grade 2. It was here that Mahala developed an interest in language acquisition development, prompting her to take the Reading and Kindergarten Additional Qualifications courses in order to better understand how she can support the language and literacy development of young learners.

Mahala ensures to do her best to support her students to help them reach their full potential. She believes in the value of fostering meaningful relationships with her students while creating a safe and supportive learning environment. By taking a collaborative approach to learning, students’ interests, opinions and ideas can be at the forefront of learning, making connections between the material and real life. With a lot of patience and enthusiasm, Mahala is happy to support students in Kindergarten through grade 6.

Marcel has a Bachelors degree in mathematics, as well as many years of experience in the Educational industry.

Marcel has volunteered as an Educational Assistant at Monsignor Fraser Norfinch Campus, where he was also appointed as a math tutor for grade 11, 12 students. As an Educational Assistant, Marcel helps students who have IEPs with organizational skills and explaining mathematical concepts that will help them solve infinitely many numbers of questions. Marcel believes that educating the mind without putting your heart into it does not allow an individual to fully immerse themselves in their educational experience. Marcel is dedicated, resilient and resourceful when it comes to teaching mathematics. Marcel has over 5 years of tutoring experience both virtually and in-person.

Through his years in education, Marcel has successfully gained strong knowledge in teaching the Ontario middle and high school math curriculum.

Marcela is an OCT Certified Teacher currently teaching at a high school in Etobicoke with the TCDSB. She currently teaches Grade 9-12 French and Spanish. She studied French from Grades 5-12 in the Extended French program and all through university. She also spent five weeks in Quebec, studying and practicing the language. In university, she minored in Religion and English – making her capable to teach English as well. She was born in Guatemala, which is how she learned Spanish, but has lived in Toronto since she was 5. She truly enjoys teaching as her vocation, she is kind and has the patience and care to take on one-on-one tutoring.

Maria is a second year Concurrent Education student at York University, Glendon College, and has completed 4 years of French Studies, also at Glendon. She has various types of teaching and tutoring experience with young students, as a Serbian Language School assistant teacher, Teacher Candidate at a public elementary school and as a tutor doing one-on-one lessons. Working with children has given Maria a new-found passion and dedication for teaching, as it is a highly rewarding experience, knowing that she is helping students progress in their education and she is establishing their future.

Aside from teaching, Maria’s favourite hobbies include snowboarding (and sometimes skiing) in the winter, going to Europe in the summer, making clothes, eating burritos and reading.

Mariia S. graduated with honours from University of Waterloo majoring in Combinatorics and Optimization and Pure Mathematics. She has a Master’s degree in Combinatorics and Optimization from the same university. She has two joint publications and is currently in her final year of PhD in algebraic graph theory. In the past 10 years of her academic career, she has TAed numerous courses, tutored many students and is now teaching first year algebra course in University of Waterloo.

Marissa joined Prep Academy Tutors in 2014 after completing her Bachelor’s of Education (Primary/Junior) with a program focus in Special Education at Queen’s University. Since then, Marissa has taken additional qualifications in Special Education (part 1 and 2), Communication Needs: Autism, Reading, Kindergarten, and Primary/Junior Mathematics. In 2015, Marissa participated in a conference in Oregon to learn how to train teachers in Direct Instruction. In addition to Direct Instruction, Marissa also has trained teachers in the Wilson Reading System.

Marissa is passionate about making learning come alive for her students.  She works hard to find new and creative ways to reach every learner.  As an educator, it is her mission to inspire her students to become life-long learners who strive to ask questions and find answers.  Developing confidence and making learning fun are top priorities during Marissa’s tutoring sessions.  Students learn that it is through challenging themselves that they can learn and grow (even if they make mistakes along the way).  Marissa firmly believes that all students are unique and deserve to be educated in a way that incorporates their strengths and interests into their learning process.  

When Marissa isn’t teaching, you can find her hanging out with her puppy Rufus, or riding her horse, Rex.

Mark-Anthony is an O.C.T qualified intermediate senior English and History educator. He has an Honours Double Major in English and History from Western University, and a Bachelor of Education from Queen’s University Teaching. In the past, he has taught a variety of subjects including English, Indigenous Studies, Media Studies, Special Education and Leadership.

With a combined 6 years of teaching and tutoring experience, Mark-Anthony is excited to learn alongside students as they approach a greater understanding of their chosen subject.

Matt is working towards his Masters of Teaching degree at the Ontario Institute of Studies in Education (OISE). Matt grew up in Toronto, moving to Kingston in 2012 to complete an Undergraduate Degree in Political Science and History at Queen’s University. He is a huge sports fan and loves playing hockey, baseball and football and is a lifelong Maple Leafs fan. Matt has always had a passion for education and teaching as he loves exploring and learning as much as he can. Matt’s excitement for learning encouraged him to pursue positions where he could explore and really get his students excited about learning. One of these positions was at the Royal Ontario Museum where he worked as an Education Programs Assistant. In this position, he helped facilitate theme based programs and taught lessons about the ROM’s galleries and collections. Matt also helped facilitate a leader in training course at the ROM where he helped participants develop their leadership skills and becoming more involved in their communities. During his time in Kingston, Matt volunteered as a Kaleidoscope committee member where he worked one-on-one with at risk youth to help them with their school work and provide social support and mentorship. On his weekends, Matt likes getting in touch with nature at High Park where he leads nature clubs for children that involve fun and engaging lessons in nature. As a tutor, Matt hopes to provide academic support in a fun and stimulating manner where he and his students can work together to solve problems.

Matt is a Junior and Intermediate Ontario Certified Teacher working during the school year with the Simcoe County District School Board. He graduated from Queen’s University with an Honours Bachelor of Arts in History, and he completed his Bachelors of Education at the University of Ottawa. Matt has continued his professional development in teaching by taking additional qualifications courses in Special Education and Math at the Intermediate level.

Matt has experience teaching at the Vienna European School in Austria where he implemented and instructed a competitive international curriculum to students aged 10 to 14. He also spent time teaching Junior grades at Stouffville Christian School where he coached the hockey, volleyball, basketball, softball and track and field teams. Since he was young, Matt has spent numerous years as a camp counsellor and sports instructor where he has been harnessing his passion and commitment to working with youth. Through an intense teaching and tutoring schedule, Matt continues to expand his teaching strategies by building strong foundations with his students in areas such as reading, writing and math.

While teaching in a classroom has allowed Matt to develop an enthusiastic and engaging approach to teaching, he understands that true growth and development in fundamental learning areas comes through 1 on 1 interaction. Character growth and relationship building are integral pillars for Matt’s teaching style and certainly help foster a more productive and successful learning environment.

Outside of the classroom, Matt is a sports-driven individual whose love for physical activity is often intertwined with his teaching. He is an enthusiastic supporter of various hockey, basketball and football teams and enjoys sharing these passions with his students. Matt is thrilled to join the Prep Academy team!

Matthew O’Reilly is an educator specializing in the arts and the humanities. He has his Honors Bachelors of Art, Bachelors of Education, and Masters of Education from Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, Ontario. He also holds a Masters of Fine Arts from the Alberta University of the Arts in Calgary. Matthew enjoys working with all age groups, having worked as a camp counselor, K-12 educator, and in post-secondary. In addition to being an educator, Matthew is an award winning emerging international artist, having been the recent recipient of the Canadian Clay and Glass Galleries Winifred Shantz Award. Matthew meets students where they are at and tailors his teaching approach to what each student needs. Gamifying, setting goals and tracking progress is Matthew’s favorite way to motivate students. Matthew helps students visualize difficult and abstract concepts by utilizing his strong background in the arts.

Matthew is a full-time tutor and has a B. A. in Economics from McMaster University. He has over 4 years of experience tutoring students one-on-one or in small groups both online and in person. Through these experiences he has learned what the best teaching styles are depending on the students’ needs and learning style.

When teaching students, he presents concepts through relatable experiences and interests for memory association. In order to establish their understanding, he always encourages the student to attempt the question before showing them the correct procedure. After explaining weaknesses in their attempt, similar questions are given until concepts are grasped.

Krishna has a strong command on teaching students using the socratic method and has received overwhelmingly positive results in his career. Krishna has been the head of the Science and Math department at a private school. Krishna aims to provide an in-depth education for students that stimulate understanding of the material on a foundational level. Krishna combines his teaching with various models and art-based learning experiences which stimulates a deeper understanding.

He is a creative and innovative thinker with experience teaching students from different ethnic and educational backgrounds. He has the ability to accommodate children with different learning styles

Krishna’s educational background includes a Honours Bachelor of Science where he specialized in Human Biology.

Meghan received her Bachelor of Education degree from York University in 2018, and she now specializes in teaching students in the Primary-Junior grades. Meghan continues to look for new opportunities to grow as an educator by taking additional courses in Math, Writing, Special Education and staying up to date with new teaching practices and resources. She has also taught remedial reading programs and SSAT preparation courses. Meghan’s philosophy of education has evolved alongside the growth of our education system. She believes in the importance of student voice and creating learning environments where students feel safe and reflected in their learning. Outside of school Meghan enjoys spending time with her family. She enjoys traveling, reading, sports and assisting in community outreach. Whether it is as a teacher, coach, or mentor, Meghan has encompassed the role of an educator in many different settings and has enjoyed every moment. Her knowledge and training have allowed her to become an exceptional educator and valued member in her community.

Melissa is a Master of Teaching student and a teacher candidate from U of T OISE. She has experience tutoring and teaching a diverse group of high school students ranging from TDSB to the highly academic UTS private school. She is a recent graduate from the University of Toronto and obtained her Honours Bachelor of Science degree, with a double major in human biology and molecular biology. She graduated with a 3.8 GPA so she is very knowledgeable in the field of science, coupled with her experience working as a teaching assistant at U of T, she has all the learning skills and tips that can help students succeed in one of the world’s highest-ranking universities. She will be a certified teacher in Ontario next year after she graduates from her Master of Teaching program. Some of the subjects that she can teach are K-12 Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Math, Geography, and Mandarin.

Melody is an Ontario Certified Teacher at the Junior/ Intermediate/ Senior level. She graduated from Ryerson University with a Bachelor of Science, before starting her journey towards her Bachelor of Education. Melody is qualified to teach all science and mathematics subjects at the intermediate and senior levels. In addition, Melody enjoys teaching English to students in grades 7 through 11. She currently works with the Toronto Board of Education, and is experienced working with grade levels 5 – 12. Melody has qualifications in both ESL and Special Education. In addition to teaching, she remains active in the community by volunteering with various organizations. Melody speaks 5 languages, and loves to cook!

Meriem is an enthusiastic and hardworking teacher with strong interpersonal communication skills. She is currently a student in the primary/junior division of the French Bachelor of Teaching program at the University of Ottawa.

Meriem has been a French tutor to both children and adults of various levels. She additionally has in-class experience teaching the French, mathematics and science curricula, and has taught for two years at a virtual university

In addition to her teaching experience, Meriem has a strong background in the sciences: she is a Biology Engineer and holds two master’s degrees in Drug Development and Quality Management.

Meriem’s teaching style is primarily centered on class engagement. She adapts her teaching style to cater for everyone and makes the material as interesting as possible. Meriem has an approachable and inclusive style of teaching that is flexible enough to cater for a diverse range of learning styles, needs and requirements. She is aware that establishing a positive rapport with students can enhance their learning process.

Michael received both his Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education from the University of Western Ontario. His studies focused on microbiology/immunology and he spent a year researching the effects of Anthrax toxin on specific cell structures. In addition to his strong scientific background, Michael has always excelled at math and English and has completed additional qualification courses in both Intermediate Mathematics and Junior Education. He is currently employed as a supply teacher in Toronto.

Michael is experienced in working with a wide range of age groups, and has spent the last ten years operating a private tutoring business of his own before deciding to join Prep Academy Tutors. He has worked with students from Grade 1 through 12 in a variety of subjects as both a private tutor and an instructor at Sylvan Learning Centres.

Additionally, Michael serves as an academic coach for students in the intermediate grades. In this capacity, Michael works with students on organizational skills such as proper binder organization, calendaring and time management as well as proper note taking skills.

Michael is passionate about teaching and loves nothing more than helping a student become more confident in their own abilities. He firmly believes that every student has the potential to do great things when they apply themselves.

Having graduated from York University’s Bachelor of Education program in 2020 Michael is now working as a supply teacher within the Toronto District School Board and York Region District School Board. He is qualified to teach Language, Math, Science, History, Geography, Art, Social Studies, and Physical Education up to grade 8, and specializes in Arts and English for senior students. Michael also has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in theatre performance and, over his 9 years working in the arts, has performed and taught Shakespeare to students of all ages, worked within First Nations communities, and performed in interactive theatre pieces with students addressing relevant problems effecting their lives. Putting students at the centre of their learning and finding ways to connect them to curriculum – thereby growing their curiosity – is what excites Michael most. From there, he believes that building from their previous knowledge and developing learning goals together is an effective way to empower their drive.

Michael has traveled to China, Japan, Vietnam, Thailand, and across Europe and he brings his passion of exploring other cultures to his pedagogy. In every lesson there is a chance to reflect the society in which we live. He is a lover of the environment, books, movies, and videogames, and usually has much in common with his students.

Michelle is currently a teacher candidate studying at York University. She will be OCT certified as a junior/intermediate teacher in the Spring of 2023. She graduated from Carleton University with a Bachelor of Journalism, with a minor in English, and a high honours in 2012. Michelle has over a decade of experience working with children ages 4 to 19 in a variety of settings.

One of Michelle’s core tenets as a teacher is that all students are capable of learning. When working with students, she is focused on nurturing each student’s unique gift and using students’ personal interests to assist in their learning. Michelle loves working one-on-one with students to develop personal relationships, understand what makes them special, and build their confidence in their own abilities as learners.

Michelle is passionate about reading, writing, and media literacy. With her journalism background, she is a specialist in clear and effective communication through writing. She is a strong believer in developing student voice and confidence through frequent, low-pressure, creative writing exercises, which help students build toward stronger academic writing. She is experienced in proofreading and eager to help secondary students polish their essays and personal statements.

My name is Michelle Prioriello. As a Teacher Candidate in Math, English, Biology and General Science, I am beyond joyed to share my passion for the mathematics, the sciences, essay writing, and learning.

I have always had a keen and passionate interest for teaching and building relationships with students – qualities in which make learning interesting and engaging. My approachable personality, excellent interpersonal skills and ambitious leadership qualities are attributes that make me a desirable tutor to meet your needs. I am a trained SSAT coach, and I enjoy guiding students through this test-taking process. Additionally, my many years of schooling has provided me with excellent essay writing skills, and I enjoy teaching students how to become strong, influential writers.

My current teaching experiences at the intermediate and senior levels as well as my previous tutoring experiences provides me with the background needed to be an exceptional tutor. My coaching skills as a current dance instructor and my previous teaching assistant positions have strengthened my personal attributes such as patience, time management and organization. Lastly, my previous graduate studies at York University have provided me with the background needed to assist my students with their academic and personal needs.

I hope to be a part of your educational journeys in order to display my love of diverse and creative learning!

Mudit has a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. He further received a Graduate Certificate in Information Technology from Humber College. Mathematics is his first love, but he also teaches Physics and Computer Science.

Mudit has been tutoring in Canada, US, Australia and India. He has worked with students from grade 3 to 12. Tutoring comes naturally to him and he finds it to be therapeutic.

He plays guitar and sings in his free time!

Nancy completed an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree in Pure Mathematics and French studies at York University in 1999.  In the same year, she also completed a Bachelor of Education degree having done a 3-year consecutive program at York University.

Nancy wanted to be a teacher from as far back as she can remember.  She knew she wanted to teach math ever since her first grade 9 high school math lesson.  She thought math sounded so “cool”.

Upon graduating from university, Nancy began teaching math and Core French at a high school with the Toronto District School Board.  She’s been teaching at the same high school for over twenty years.  She is a seasoned expert.

Nancy loves her job and finds tutoring especially rewarding as it allows her to truly advance students’ math and French skills.  In the process, she hopes to inspire students and change negative self-perceptions about math and French into positive ones.  Nancy is well known for always fostering positive and trusting relationships with her students.  She truly cares about her students’ achievement and well-being.  She maintains a high level of excellence while responding to different needs.

Nancy’s in-depth knowledge of her subjects, many years of experienced, clear communication, engaging teaching style and her care and commitment to her students make her an excellent teacher and tutor.

Nancy is married and has a 12-year-old son and a 2-year-old dog named Scruffy.  When she’s not working, Nancy enjoys walking her dog, being in nature and spending time with her family.

Natalie graduated from Queen’s University with a Bachelor of Science followed by a Bachelor of Education specializing in Mathematics and French at the Intermediate/Senior grade levels. After graduating, Natalie spent a year tutoring in France and then 2 years teaching high school Math and Science in Melbourne Australia. Natalie has always had a passion for teaching and has made it a part of her life in various other ways including coaching swimming, mentoring, working at leadership camps, volunteering at youth centres, and private tutoring students from ages 5-18. All of these experiences have reinforced her love of teaching and her interest in making learning fun and empowering for each individual student.

Natalya has an Honours Specialist degree in Chemistry and Mathematics from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Education with senior qualifications in Mathematics and Chemistry from OISE. Natalya also holds additional qualifications in Special Education. Natalya has been teaching for over 17 years with the Toronto District School board and has taught a wide variety of Mathematics and Science courses. She is passionate about teaching and creating an environment that inspires and promotes student success.

Nicole received her Bachelor of Education from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education. Prior to this she attended the University of Toronto where she graduated with distinction with a Bachelor of Science. She has 5 years of tutoring experience both in person and virtually.

Nicole has been working with students for over 10 years. She believes with the appropriate guidance and support all students have the potential to learn. Nicole finds joy when she sees that students are enjoying learning and she fosters this through relating the content to the students’ interests.

In her free time Nicole enjoys hiking with her dog Murphy, camping, baking and playing video games.

Nicole is an Ontario Certified Teacher, with experience teaching Primary, Junior and Intermediate grades. Nicole is currently completing her Master of Education this year at York University. Nicole has experience working with children of all ages and abilities. Nicole has tutored for 6+ years and teaches Special Education. Nicole has experiences teaching and tutoring online as well.

She recognizes that each student has their own unique learning abilities and promotes safe and inclusive learning environment. Nicole gets to know her students interests in order to create impactful lesson plans that will engage each learner. Nicole is a caring and positive individual and is passionate about working with children. During Nicole’s spare time, she enjoys doing yoga, going on walks, reading, hiking, and more!

Nik graduated from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Science in 2016. He then completed the Master of Teaching program at OISE, with a specialization in Junior/Intermediate. He has had many years of experience tutoring students in Science and Math of all grade levels in both English and in French. As a graduate of the IB program, he is fully aware of the rigours involved in completing high school on a positive note. He has also worked with younger children across various French schools in Toronto, as his bilingual skills have allowed him to work with many wonderful students. While tutoring, he strives to foster engaging and personalized one-on-one interactive lessons while helping students gain the confidence they need to succeed in school. In his spare time he enjoys playing and watching various sports, discovering new restaurants around the city and travelling the world.

Nikki has an Honours Bachelor of Science in Justice Studies from the University of Guelph, where she worked alongside a professor as a TA during her final semester. She also has over 7+ years of experience working with children, ages 2-15, with and without special needs as a preschool teacher, tutor, daycare worker, camp counsellor, and aquatics instructor.

Nikki also has experience working as an academic coach and helping students with their note-taking, organization, and executive function skills. She is qualified to teach all subjects at the Primary Junior Level (PreK-6) and specializes in English, Law, Politics, Humanities, and Social Sciences at the Intermediate, Senior and Post-Secondary Levels.

Most importantly, Nikki is patient as she understands that every student has their own pace and unique way of learning. While continuing her professional development, she also enjoys swimming, volunteering and travelling.

Nusra did her undergraduate degree in English Language and English Language Teaching in Sri Lanka. She has more than 2 years of teaching experience in a formal school setting and 8 years of teaching experience as a private tutor where she has taught English Language, English Literature as well as English as a Second Language for students from Grade 4 up until Grade 12. During this time, Nusra has instructed students for the Pearson Edexcel Advanced Level and Ordinary Level in the subject of English Language and Literature. Nusra moved to Canada with her family 3 years ago where she completed her TESOL and ESL certification at ONTESOL Coventry House International from London, Ontario. Her love for teaching grows each day and that can be reflected in her academic and teaching journey, for she is now in her second year of the Master of Teaching program at OISE (Ontario Institute for Studies in Education) at the University of Toronto, training for the Junior/ Intermediate grade levels. In her spare time, Nusra enjoys spending time with her husband and two little boys, which involves making the most of the Canadian weather. While the cold winter days include tobogganing and snow fights the lovely summer months involve picnics in the park and swimming on the beach. Nusra’s teaching philosophy stems from her personal belief that love for learning can be fostered when there is a positive relationship between the teacher and the student in an energetic and autonomous learning environment, where the student’s voice is heard, cared for, and catered to.

Omar holds a bachelor of business administration from ESADE Business School and a master’s degree in hospitality management from Les Roches. Additionally, he is completing his bachelor’s degree in education at the University of Ottawa in the junior and intermediate divisions. His main didactic is mathematics. He likes to listen to his students and their needs to provide them with quality teaching leading to their academic or professional goals. Also, if you need to improve your language skills he will certainly help you as he speaks French, English, Spanish and Arabic. He taught French to federal government employees during two years so he has experience preparing students to reach the level of comfort needed to pass both oral and written exams.

Oriane Falkenstein is an accomplished educator of many years and curriculum writer with extensive experience in teaching Language Arts and Social Studies. She has a dual General Studies and Jewish Studies background. Her international teaching certification spans from primary to senior levels, with specialist qualifications in Special Education, Guidance, and English as a Second Language. Oriane is known for her unwavering dedication and total commitment to her students. Oriane is skilled in promoting organization, study skills, critical thinking, and executive functioning. She has a natural ability to inspire and engage her students.

In addition to her love for the classroom, Oriane has always enjoyed tutoring students one-on-one. Her personalized approach allows her to focus on each student’s unique learning needs and goals, providing them with the individual attention and support they need to succeed.
As a lifelong learner, she is a strong believer in professional development and constantly seeks new knowledge and skills and the latest developments in her field.

Oriane is a children’s book author, showcasing her creativity and love for literature. She is an avid reader and enjoys lap swimming, working out at the gym and is a crazy dog lover!

Philip is a qualified and certified teacher with a B.Ed from the University of Montreal. He is ESL certified, and has special education experience, with a focus on adolescents with learning disabilities following teaching and research internships at the McGill Learning Centre in Montreal. He has taught for public school boards in Quebec and Ontario and is currently teaching for two private secondary schools with international students where he has developed asynchronous online courses for ENG2D, ENG3U, ENG4U, OLC40 and AP English and Composition. As a media expert, he was also a producer-writer-director for TvOntario’s Distance Learning Department, The Learning Channel, Discovery Channel, and the National Geographic Channel.

Quinn is an OCT certified Primary/Junior teacher for the TDSB and Independent Board. Quinn studied English Language and Literature with a specialization in Media, Information and Technoculture at Western University. For graduate studies, Quinn completed a Master of Arts in Child Study and Education at The Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (University of Toronto). Quinn strives to create meaningful and lasting connections with students in a secure, academic, and prosperous environment. She believes her experience working in a variety of educational settings such as her local library, and museum, and being a childcare provider, alongside her classroom teaching experience, gives Quinn dynamic adaptability to present effective tutoring. In her spare time, Quinn loves running, spending time with friends, and exploring the city.

Rachel has been a member with the Ontario College of Teachers for 8 years. She has worked with children and youth in dynamic contexts, including the classroom and recreational settings. She has three degrees from the University of Toronto, including a Masters of Science and a Bachelors of Education. She graduated with the highest overall average in her undergraduate graduating class in social science and humanities courses. She values building connections, building confidence and supporting students with fun and engaging teaching strategies, direct instructions, tangible examples and connections to everyday life.

Raemyn graduated the Concurrent Education Program at York University and specializes in the intermediate/senior division for English and Social Sciences. Her dedication and passion for education helps her create an engaging learning environment for students of various learning styles. She is a great organizational coach and can help your child in becoming more organized and feel more confident in accomplishing their work in a timely manner. Raemyn has experience working one-on-one with students. She has worked in the PAWS Program at York University where she helped at-risk university athletes enhance their organizational skills and keep their grades up to ensure their success in both school, and their chosen sports. Raemyn also has experience working in a high school alongside a mentor teacher to gain first-hand experience within a classroom setting. In her free time Raemyn enjoys watching hockey, spending time with friends and family, and travelling.

Rajmeen has a BEd from Brock University and an HBA from the University of Toronto. She is OCT certified to teach primary and junior. She also did an LTO with the Halton Board for grade 8 language and history.

Ralph graduated with high distinctions from the Rotman school of management at the University (BCom ’21 with a specialization in finance and economics, major in economics, and minor in environmental economics). He has been teaching as a TA and tutor since his third year, helping students all over North America succeed. After graduating, Ralph decided to follow his dreams of becoming a professional football (soccer) player and has been playing professionally in Europe for the last three years. He loves keeping his brain active, teaching, and helping others. As such, he continues to be available as a devoted tutor to help you excel in school.

Ravi has an honours degree in mathematics and statistics obtained at the University of Toronto. He also was admitted to pursue a Masters degree in Statistics. Ravi has been a teacher for 25 years and currently holds the position of department head of math. Ravi’s specialty is in Calculus and Advanced Functions, but he has taught all courses several times over.

Rebecca graduated with a Bachelor of Kinesiology from the University of Toronto in 2019. She then completed her Master of Teaching degree in the junior/intermediate division at the University of Toronto through the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE). Rebecca is qualified to teach grade 1 through grade 9. Rebecca was a varsity athlete throughout her entire undergraduate career, being awarded for her athletic, academic, and leadership accomplishments. She has a strong passion for education, which has been solidified through her work in research labs and her experience educating children and teenagers. Rebecca has a history instructing both in large groups and in one-on-one settings. She is trained in the Reading Mastery Direct Instruction approach and enjoys working with struggling readers. Most recently, Rebecca has been head instructor for kinesiology at a university based summer camp, educating youth in grade 3 to grade 10.

Rita holds a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology, Sociology, and Philosophy from UofT. She has recently obtained an ECE diploma and is currently in the Masters of Child Study and Education program at OISE, which also leads to a Teacher’s College certificate. Rita has experience working with toddlers to kindergarten students, and much of her career has been spent in a Montessori school that fosters both a Montessori and play-based learning philosophy in the curriculum. In her free time, Rita enjoys going for nature walks, spending time with friends, and painting for fun.

Hello, My name is Rizwan, and I am a High School Mathematics Tutor available to teach in both English and French. Having a Civil Engineering degree and years of experience in this primary field has not prevented me from doing what I do best – teaching mathematics!! I love to engage in the world of Mathematics by sharing it with the upcoming generation. I am a highly motivated and ambitious individual who has been able to master the world of Pure Mathematics (Advance Calculus-University Levels) and many other branches within the domain. Rizwan is also a Member of the American Mathematical Society (AMSoC)

In parallel to my geeky side, I am also a huge soccer fan, having played for over 20 years now. A few months ago, I was coached a team of U15 kids in the GTA for an upcoming international tournament.

Rohini is a second-year Master of Teaching student at OISE and her teachable subjects are Mathematics and Biology. She has an Honours Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Toronto with majors in Biochemistry and Computer Science.

Since 2014, Rohini has been a Teaching Assistant at the University of Toronto for several computer science courses, including Introduction to Programming and Software design. She is proficient in both Java and Python. Rohini has also been tutoring students, one on one, in all high school math, science, and computer science courses for several years now.

In her free time, Rohini enjoys playing the violin and piano, and her hobbies include photography and cinematography, and she is also a tech enthusiast.

Greetings! My name is Ron and I am currently a Teacher Candidate earning my Bachelor of Education at University of Ontario Institute of Technology. My teachable subjects include Mathematics and General Science, however I am also well-versed in Physics and Computer Science. I achieved a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics during my undergrad at Ryerson University, touching upon all applications of Mathematics.

I have a strong passion for mathematics and physics, and have experience tutoring all subjects of mathematics for all ages. I am approachable, friendly, understanding, and easy to get along with, making the learning more personal and relatable for the learner.

Ruby has a PhD in experimental medicine and a Masters in regenerative medicine. She brings over 15 years of experience as an educator and has worked with students in elementary school all the way to medical professionals. She has worked with students in an one-on-one format, small groups and large classes. Ruby engages with her students through virtual and in-person formats. Ruby also provides tailored support for ACT, SAT, and SSATs. She applies various strategies honed over a decade of experience in standardized test preparation to support and coach her students. With her tailored approach, her students gain the confidence to strategically tackle test preparation material and critical thinking skills to effectively apply their core knowledge.

Rumana is an OCT certified teacher who had been with Prep Academy Tutors since May 2015.  She loves to work with high school students (grades 9-12) with Math and Science subjects.  She has achieved a BSc. from the University of Toronto and a BEd. from Queen’s University.

Ryan is a passionate educator who believes in harnessing the unique interests and potential of each student. He graduated from York University with an Honours Bachelor of Fine Arts degree specializing in music, has conducted graduate research in music theory and education, and is currently a Junior/Intermediate teacher candidate in the Master of Teaching program at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto. Ryan has been working with children as an educator and mentor since he was 14 and started as a hockey referee, which he still loves doing to this day. He has also worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor, where he learned that play and imagination are just as important as learning the skills. Ryan is also a trained SSAT coach, and he enjoys guiding students to achieve success in the test-taking process. For the last five years Ryan has worked as a private music instructor, working with children of all ages to foster a love and passion for music and the arts. It is his goal to always ensure that students leave each lesson with new ways of engaging with their music. These experiences have helped develop Ryan’s philosophies around education; that each student is unique and should be given the chance to engage and produce knowledge in their own way. When students feel a connection to knowledge that is made meaningful from their own experiences, the passion for learning will follow.

Ryan has recently graduated, with honours, from the University of Toronto with both a Bachelors degree in Education from OISIE and prior to that a degree in physical education where he specialized in biology. Most importantly, Ryan is passionate about the subject he teaches and the academic goals and success of the students he is teaching. From his experience, Ryan has discovered that student success hinges from the roots of differentiated instruction. He implements this idea by tailoring his lesson plans towards the interests and needs of the students. Ryan implements interactive and engaging in-class demonstrations, which in his experience he has seen truly reflected in the class’s performance. Uniquely, his dedication and use of humour has motivated to students to continue on trying their best and to never to give up. Ryan was highly respected at his placement schools and was viewed as a role model figure to look up to and gained valuable knowledge he is applying to his work in the field. In his spare time, Ryan enjoys watching all of Toronto’s sports teams compete as well as joining in on the action playing soccer, basketball, volleyball and baseball.

An OCT member since 2009, Ryan graduated with a Bachelor of Education from the University of Toronto and is qualified to teach Primary/Junior levels. He also earned an Additional Qualification in Reading, with an aim to obtain his Special Education Part 1 AQ in the summer.

Although his undergraduate degree from York University focussed on Literature and History, Ryan has developed a proficiency in the Intermediate STEM curricula of Math and Science. He enjoys the chance to bring these traditionally stuffy subjects to life.

Ryan believes that all students can benefit from individualized education plans. As a parent and homeschooler of two neurodivergent children, Ryan has learned to adapt his teaching methods to meet the unique learning styles and personal interests of his students. He is always eager to collaborate with caregivers and support staff to identify each student’s particular intersections/identities/developmental histories so he can craft lesson plans that compliment any longstanding learning goals.

Beyond his formal experiences in education, Ryan has held a variety of creative writing positions. He has been an editor for multiple magazines, a freelance entertainment writer, the leader of graphic novel workshops at the Toronto Public Library, and a contributor to dozens of international poetry publications. He is a proud member of the LGBTQIA2S+ community and uses he/his pronouns.

Sabrina is a qualified OCT teacher, upon completing her B.A. and B.Ed in 2020, she has 2 years of in-class and hybrid teaching experience in Elementary, Intermediate and French Immersion. Sabrina has spent a number of years tutoring privately as well as working with other organizations. Sabrina has a passion for learning and enjoys helping others. She has an interest in music, is an avid baker and has an interest in health and wellness.

Sally graduated from Princeton University with honours, where she studied English Literature with a minor in Global Health & Health Policy. She subsequently pursued pre-medical sciences training at Columbia University, before obtaining a Master of Philosophy in Health, Medicine, and Society at the University of Cambridge. She lives between Cambridge (UK) and Toronto, where she works with students & families as a private tutor and admissions consultant.

Samantha is an award-winning Canadian and international educator, who has presented her teaching strategies at the University of Toronto, the Solutions Tree Conference in Singapore, and contributed her lesson plans to the First Nations Caring Society. She received her undergraduate degree in English and Philosophy from the University of Western Ontario in 2009, and her Bachelor of Education from the University of Toronto in 2012, where she was awarded the prestigious Kathy Bickmore Peacemaking Award in Education. She has experience teaching in Toronto, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. She has attended intensive professional training in Italy, and facilitated workshops for teachers in Cambodia. Samantha approaches her students with kindness, a sense of humour, and encouragement. Her teaching philosophy is to view herself as a learner, responsible for learning about, and adapting to, her student’s needs. She has experience with the following curriculums and pedagogies: Ontario, AERO curriculum standards, International Baccalaureate (PYP), and Reggio Emilia. She has experience in tutoring a wide range of subjects, with a passion for literacy coaching, organizational learning, and supporting English language learners. She is working toward her Guidance Counsellor qualification. In her spare time, Samantha has traveled to over 35 countries, and practices martial arts and yoga.

Samantha Q. is a dedicated educator. She holds a degree in Education and Child Development. Samantha has spent many years working with kids, from infants to teenagers, in various settings, including childcare, swimming lessons, and youth programs on a cruise ship.
Over the last year, Samantha taught in Stockholm, Sweden science and technology to 4th to 6th graders, showing her knack for making learning fun. Currently, she’s part of an independent school, where she continues to inspire young minds.
In her free time, Samantha enjoys playing ice hockey and recently joined a volleyball team. She’s passionate about helping children achieve their best. Her goal is to provide the support and encouragement they need to succeed.

Samantha has an Undergraduate degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana- Champaign in French Studies with a minor in Social Work. While attending her undergraduate program she competed in the NCAA as an athlete. She also obtained a Bachelor of Education at Lakehead University, where she was able to combine her love for learning French with teaching students.
Samantha has experience teaching students from levels K-8. She currently works in a permanent position teaching Core French from Kindergarten to Grade 8. In her free time she likes to spend time with her family and dogs, as well as go swimming and unicycling.
From various experience as an athlete, swim coach, tutor and mentor to becoming a certified teacher, she would love to use her experience in all areas to help your child reach their goals.

Sarah graduated from York University, where she completed her Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies with Honours, majoring in English and minoring in Portuguese. She completed her Bachelor of Education, specializing in the Primary/Junior levels. During her Bachelor of Education, she obtained a Tutoring Certification and has since tutored English internationally. Sarah has since furthered her education by obtaining additional qualifications in subjects such as math, and reading, and has become qualified to teach the intermediate levels; meaning she is able to teach from kindergarten to grade 10. Sarah is currently teaching with the Simcoe County District School Board.

Sarah is a dynamic and enthusiastic teaching professional with a combined total of 33 years as a school teacher and tutor. After earning the highest academic average and valedictory awards in high school, she went on to receive a Bachelors degree from Queens University in Theatre and English. Not long after, she was fully certified as professional arts administrator by the Banff Centre School of Fine Arts. Returning to Toronto, she spent four glorious years working in professional theatre where she developed educational resources for school groups. It was here she discovered her calling as a passionate and gifted teacher. She subsequently spent sixteen years as a Middle and High School Drama, English and History teacher designing challenging, enriching, and innovative curriculum for the diverse interests and needs of students. Ever evolving, Sarah left teaching to pursue full time tutoring and has spent the last seventeen years working with students of all ages to improve their reading, writing and verbal communication skills. Above all, though, Sarah loves her students and they love her. It is this connection that results in maximum learning with measurable and exceptional results.

Savy brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the world of education. With a Master’s degree in English as a postgraduate and a Bachelor’s degree in Education, Savyasachin has honed the art of teaching over an impressive 10+ years in the field. Through their subject matter expertise in English, Communication skills, and Social Science, they help students to excel in school and discover their aptitude and academic interest for higher studies.
Their commitment to the Ontario Curriculum focuses on developing students’ skills of decision making, critical thinking, innovation, creativity, emotional intelligence, and effective communication.
Savy has demonstrated exceptional teaching abilities as a tutor, effectively instructing international students, bridging language gaps effortlessly, and fostering a multicultural learning environment.
Savy’s teaching methods encompass academic excellence and real-world applicability to instill a holistic understanding of the subjects while they make lessons engaging and interactive. They are adept in crafting context-driven, personalized study plans and activities, catering to the diverse learning styles of adults and children of all ages.
Furthermore, Savyasachin’s deep understanding of child psychology and adult learning styles contributes significantly to their teaching effectiveness.
They responsibly involve parents in their child’s learning process in keeping with Ontario curriculum, thereby ensuring holistic development of student’s personality and behavior. Students also learn to protect their self-esteem and learn to contribute as responsible citizens.

Sean is an educator with over a decade of experience teaching English as a Second Language (ESL), Math, Science, Robotics and Humanities. Sean received his Master of Teaching (MT) degree from the University of Toronto and is OCT-certified to teach all grade levels. Sean is a passionate educator who believes in experimentation over perfection and incorporates game-based learning into all his classes. Sean is the Science Department Head at a local Middle School and has consistently contributed to the school’s teacher professional development days. When Sean is not teaching, he enjoys playing hockey, baseball, and golf.