Latoya B.

LaToya is delighted to have the opportunity to work with Prep Academy Tutors. She holds an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education and Care and is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Arts degree. With ten years of experience in education, she has served as a Kindergarten Assistant for eight years, a Second Grade Assistant, and currently works as a First Grade Assistant.

LaToya has a deep passion for working with students and is committed to identifying and addressing learning gaps to support their success. Inspired by her own children and family members’ academic journeys, she takes great pride in their accomplishments—two of her children graduated as Valedictorians in 2023 and 2025. She firmly believes that all children are capable of learning and that meeting them at their individual levels is key to fostering meaningful academic growth.

Danky N.

Danky began his journey as an educator at Humber College, where he completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education. He later earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Studies from the University of Guelph Humber, and went on to graduate from the Master of Teaching (Primary/Junior) program at the University of Toronto’s Ontario Institute for Studies in Education. He is now a certified OCT teacher.

Danky has experience teaching children across the primary/junior grades in various classroom settings, where he designed and implemented engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons in Mathematics, Science and Language Arts aligned with the Ontario Curriculum. His approach emphasizes inclusive practices, student relationships, and hands-on, inquiry based learning that supports the diverse needs of every learner.

In addition to his classroom experience, Danky has worked in early learning and community settings, including summer camp programs for school aged children, and after school programs. These roles strengthened his skills in fostering positive social development, promoting creativity, and building supportive relationships with students and families.

FARIBA H.

Fariba started her teaching journey back in 1999, when she decided to work as a volunteer in Bayview Fairways Public School in a grade 8 classroom. Her strong academic knowledge in math and science was recognized by the home room teacher and the principal. In 2001, she graduated from the faculty of Education at the Brock University with a degree in Bachelor of Education. In 2002, she was hired by the York Region Board of Education with a one year contract to teach a grade 8 homeroom class at the Bayview Fairways Public School in Thornhill, Ontario. In 2003, she was transferred to the Randal Public School where she started her permanent teaching position as a grade 7 and 8 homeroom teacher, teaching Language, Math, Science, Health and Physical Education. In 2010, she was promoted to the position of Lead Intermediate teacher at Randal Public School. In 2014, she was transferred to a French Immersion school in Richmond Hill named Beverley Acres Public School (BAPS). She is still teaching as an English subject teacher at BAPS, teaching two grade 5 homeroom classes. By working in three different public schools, she was able to diversify her teaching experience as she had the opportunity to teach students ranging from nine to thirteen years old (grades 4 to 8). Throughout her teaching career, Fariba has been committed to her ongoing professional learning. She has upgraded her teaching knowledge by completing several Additional Qualification Courses; Special Need Part 1, Special Need Part 2, Reading Part 1, Reading Part 2, and Science Senior division. Fariba’s experience, excellent academic background in math and science, and her compassionate and kind personality enabled her to make a difference for hundreds of learners for the past 26 years.

GABRIELA P.

Gabriela is currently completing her Master of Teaching at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), University of Toronto, specializing in primary and junior education. As a Toronto native, she also holds an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education from the University of Toronto.

With several years of hands on experience supporting children’s learning and growth, Gabriela has also worked as an early childhood assistant, private nanny, camp counsellor, and soccer coach, as well as a volunteer in multiple Toronto public and independent schools.

Gabriela speaks French and Spanish, and is interested in language learning and cultural exchange. She believes in personalized, child-centred teaching that builds on each student’s strengths and learning style. Her approach is informed by research-backed strategies learned through her studies and applied successfully in real classrooms. She is known for creating a warm, engaging and confidence building learning environment where students feel supported and motivated to reach their goals.

When she’s not teaching, she enjoys staying active by playing soccer, biking around the city, and exploring new places. Her most recent adventures have taken her to Chile, Costa Rica, and Algonquin Park!

Wasantha W. A.

Wasantha is a passionate and highly qualified educator with over 20 years of experience teaching and supporting students from early childhood through junior grades. She holds a Master of Education specializing in Environmental and Sustainability Education from Lakehead University in Ontario, as well as a Bachelor of Education Honours in Special Needs Education. She also earned a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (Leadership and Management in Education) from New Zealand Tertiary College. Wasantha is an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) and a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE), and she has completed Additional Qualification courses in Mathematics Primary/Junior Education and Religious Education. She has taught in Sri Lanka and Canada, bringing a rich international perspective to her practice. In Ontario, she has worked as an Occasional Elementary Teacher for the Lakehead District School Board and the Superior Greenstone District School Board, and she is currently serving as an Occasional Elementary Teacher with the Thames Valley District School Board in London. With a strong background in tutoring English, mathematics, and environmental studies, she has extensive experience supporting students with special needs and is dedicated to fostering inclusive, individualized learning environments. Wasantha strives to create engaging experiences that build confidence and inspire curiosity. In her spare time, she enjoys volunteering in her community, exploring the outdoors, and spending time with her family.

Mahdi A.

Not every bio starts with a name, and not every tutor teaches in the same way. Mahdi values genuineness, creativity, and a love of learning. Growing up in a family of educators, he developed an early appreciation for teaching while supporting his younger brother and friends with their studies. Mahdi completed his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering before moving to Canada, where he earned his Master’s degree in the same field. Throughout university, he discovered the joy of teaching in both one-on-one and group settings. Mahdi has a special passion for Mathematics, followed by Physics and Chemistry, though his curiosity extends to all areas of knowledge and science. In his tutoring, Mahdi focuses not on giving students the correct answers, but on teaching them how to understand questions, connect them to prior knowledge, determine where to begin solving, and verify each step along the way. He believes every student has a distinctive mind, a unique goal, and their own path to discovery. Outside of academics, Mahdi values balancing work and leisure. He enjoys exploring British Columbia through camping, skiing, hiking, and paddle boarding.

Laure B.

ENG: Laure is currently completing her Bachelor Degree in Kindergarten and Elementary Education with a French immersion minor. She graduated from Cégep du Vieux Montréal with a degree in Social Studies, during which she had the opportunity to participate in a field experience in an Indigenous community in Mexico. She has worked at a summer camp for the past four years, where she has met various groups of kids from different backgrounds. She has a strong passion for culture, particularly in finding ways to integrate it into language teaching.

FR: Laure est actuellement en train de compléter son baccalauréat en enseignement préscolaire et primaire avec une mineure en immersion française. Diplômée en sciences humaines du Cégep du Vieux-Montréal, elle a eu l’occasion de participer à un stage dans une communauté autochtone au Mexique. Elle travaille dans un camp d’été depuis quatre ans, où elle a rencontré divers groupes d’enfants de différents milieux. Passionnée par la culture, elle s’efforce de l’intégrer à l’enseignement des langues.

Amanda D.

Amanda is a dedicated teacher with a diverse background in education, counseling, and criminal justice. Amanda grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Phoenix. She spent five years working for a family law firm in Scottsdale, Arizona, gaining valuable experience in legal advocacy and client support.

Amanda’s passion for education led her to teach English as a Second Language online to children ages 4–12 in China while pursuing her Master’s in Early Elementary Education from Cabrini University.

In the fall of 2024, she returned to graduate school and is currently working toward a Master’s in Clinical Counseling and Psychology (LPC) at Chestnut Hill College.

Her professional experience includes serving as an emotional support teacher for grades 6–8 and currently as a Student Support Liaison in Montgomery County, where she assists students in developing social, emotional, and executive functioning skills to achieve their highest academic potential.

Outside of her professional life, Amanda is an avid reader, a passionate supporter of all Philadelphia sports teams, and enjoys baking sourdough bread.

Gayathri (Gaya)

Gayathri, who also goes by Gaya (guy-ah) is a first-year Teacher Candidate in the Primary/Junior division with a degree in Criminology and Justice. She has always had a passion for helping children learn and grow, which has led her to gain valuable experience in a variety of roles, including Afterschool Program Leader and daycare volunteer. These experiences have allowed her to build strong skills in classroom management, creative lesson planning, and connecting with students of all personalities and learning styles.

Gaya believes that learning should be both meaningful and enjoyable. She strives to create a supportive environment where students feel confident to ask questions, make mistakes, and celebrate their progress. Her approach blends structure with creativity, ensuring that each child not only develops their academic skills but also discovers the joy of learning along the way.

With her background in education and dedication to student success, Gaya is excited to help students reach their full potential and feel proud of what they can accomplish.

Muskaan T.

Hi, I’m Muskaan, a graduate student in Bioengineering at Rice University with a strong interdisciplinary foundation in bioinformatics, biology, chemistry, and mathematics. With over five years of tutoring experience, I’ve had the opportunity to guide high school, undergraduate, and graduate students through subjects such as organic chemistry, biology, genetics, calculus, biostatistics etc. My teaching philosophy centers on turning complex topics into clear, engaging lessons that connect theory to real-world applications. Beyond tutoring, my professional experience spans both academic research and clinical practice from analyzing genetic risk factors for cardiovascular disease as a Graduate Researcher at UTHealth Houston, to assisting with pain management and pediatric clinics. These experiences have strengthened my ability to bridge scientific knowledge with practical understanding, which I strive to bring into every session. I’m passionate about helping students not only master challenging material but also build lasting confidence, curiosity, and a genuine appreciation for learning.