11 Tutor Archive

Griffin W.

EN: Born and raised in Montreal, Griffin recently graduated from the Institute of European, Russian, and Eurasian Studies at Carleton University. Prior to his two years in Ottawa, he completed his Bachelor of Arts degree at McGill University in 2022. During his time at Carleton, he was a teaching assistant, tasked with grading essays and exams, organizing and running discussion groups, and teaching lessons. These experiences, as both successful student and successful teaching assistant provided him with the knowledge of how young students can best succeed from both sides of the teacher-student perspective.

From an early age, Griffin had a passion for history and politics, even attempting to memorize the list of Canadian Prime Ministers in first grade. This passion eventually led him to double major in History and Political Science at McGill. At John Abbott College and McGill, his broad curiosity regarding historical and political events, along with new encounters with political theory and political economy, developed into a particular focus on the Soviet Union, which would come to serve as the foundation of his master’s thesis.

Outside of his academic pursuits, he is an avid hockey player and fan. A lifelong skater and dedicated supporter of the Boston Bruins, his other sporting interests include the NFL’s New England Patriots, the PWHL’s Montreal Victoire, and the CFL’s Montreal Alouettes.

When he’s not reading history, attending an Als game, or on the ice, Griffin can often be found at the movie theatre or staying up late into the night watching and analyzing live election coverage, both domestic and international.

FR: Né et ayant grandi à Montréal, Griffin est récemment diplômé de l’Institut d’études européennes, russes et eurasiennes de l’Université Carleton. Avant de passer deux ans à Ottawa, il a obtenu son baccalauréat ès arts de l’Université McGill en 2022. Durant ses études à Carleton, il a travaillé comme auxiliaire d’enseignement, où il était notamment chargé de corriger des travaux et des examens, d’organiser et d’animer des groupes de discussion ainsi que de donner des cours. Ses expériences, à la fois comme étudiant accompli et comme auxiliaire d’enseignement, lui ont permis de bien comprendre les méthodes qui favorisent la réussite des jeunes, tant du point de vue de l’étudiant que de celui de l’enseignant.

Dès son plus jeune âge, Griffin s’est passionné pour l’histoire et la politique, allant même jusqu’à essayer de mémoriser la liste des premiers ministres du Canada alors qu’il était en première année du primaire. Cette passion l’a finalement amené à faire une double majeure en histoire et en science politique à l’Université McGill. Au Collège John Abbott et à McGill, sa grande curiosité pour les événements historiques et politiques, combinée à sa découverte de la théorie politique et de l’économie politique, l’a amené à développer un intérêt particulier pour l’Union soviétique, qui allait par la suite constituer le fondement de son mémoire de maîtrise.

En dehors de ses études, Griffin est un grand amateur et joueur de hockey. Patineur depuis toujours et fervent partisan des Bruins de Boston, il s’intéresse également aux Patriots de la Nouvelle-Angleterre de la NFL, à la Victoire de Montréal de la LPHF et aux Alouettes de Montréal de la LCF.

Lorsqu’il ne lit pas sur l’histoire, n’assiste pas à un match des Alouettes ou n’est pas sur la glace, Griffin se trouve souvent au cinéma ou veille tard dans la nuit pour suivre et analyser en direct la couverture des élections, tant au Canada qu’à l’international.

Marina S.

Marina is a dedicated ABA Therapist who is passionate about supporting individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. She uses evidence-based ABA strategies to help clients develop meaningful skills in communication, social interaction, behaviour, and daily living.

Marina is committed to creating a positive, supportive, and engaging environment where clients feel comfortable learning, growing, and working toward their individual goals. She takes a collaborative approach, working closely with families and multidisciplinary teams to ensure consistent and individualized support. Her goal is to help each client build confidence, develop greater independence, and make meaningful progress in their everyday lives.

Nicole L.

Nicole (she/her) is currently completing her Bachelor of Education at Trent University in the Intermediate/Senior stream with a focus on English and Drama. With an undergraduate degree from the University of Toronto and Sheridan College’s joint programme in Theatre and Drama Studies, Nicole attended the only theatre programme in Canada where you could graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree and an Honours Diploma in four years. At the University of Toronto, her undergraduate courses included those in the Arts, Language, Education, Cinema Studies, Psychology and History.

Nicole has worked as an occasional supply teacher for PVNCCDSB and DDSB school boards, where she has taught Math, English, French, Science, Social Studies, EQAO preparation, and Visual Art in both English and French Immersion from Kindergarten to Grade 8. Through this role, Nicole has obtained multiple Long-Term Occasional positions from school principals in recognition of strong classroom management practices and implementation of the Ontario Curriculum prior to the Faculty of Education. Additionally, Nicole has worked as a camp counselor, an arts instructor, a tutor in the classroom, a peer tutor as a high school student, and most notably, an Assistant Director and Residence Facilitator in the Stratford Festival Education Programs.

With a rich background as a performing arts educator and drama instructor, Nicole brings a deep understanding of creative engagement and individualized support to her teaching practice. She recognizes that there is no “one-size-fits-all” approach to learning and is committed to ensuring that each student receives the academic and confidence-building support they need to succeed. Her background allows her to approach education with empathy, patience, and a strong awareness of student well-being.

Outside of teaching, Nicole enjoys watching live theatre, attending live musical events, reading a good book, watching interior design television shows, and spending time with her loved ones.

Zoe K.

Star A.

Star is an enthusiastic educator with 11 years of teaching experience.

She is originally from Los Angeles and has been living in San Diego for the past 12 years. She and her husband have three pets: Arley, their fearless leader; Mo, their 45-year-old desert tortoise; and Ace, their 95-lb. baby. When she’s not teaching, you can find her rock climbing, paddleboarding, doing archery, camping, listening to music, or enjoying a good nap.

Her goal as an educator is to help students build confidence, strengthen their skills, and develop a more positive relationship with learning—especially when it comes to Math! She loves helping students work through that “I can’t do this” feeling and reach the moment when something finally clicks. She meets students where they are, celebrates their wins, and creates a safe space where mistakes are simply part of learning.

Star is also LETRS trained and certified, with in-depth training in how children learn to read and spell. She brings that knowledge to her work with students, recognizing where they need support and providing clear, step-by-step instruction in phonics, spelling, vocabulary, and reading comprehension.

Above all, she wants her students to leave their time together feeling more capable, confident, and proud of what they can do.

Tess F.

Tess is a fourth-year HBA candidate at the Ivey Business School at Western University. She tutors accounting and business, with a focus on Business 1220 and 2257, as well as high school math and English. Tess has worked one-on-one with several students and enjoys helping them build confidence heading into exams. With a strong passion for finance, she recently completed an investment banking internship at National Bank and will return full-time to the firm’s M&A team after graduation. Her work there involved Excel modelling, technical analysis, and market research. Before Ivey, Tess spent two years studying Political Science, which gave her a strong background in essay writing. She has also competed in multiple case competitions. As an Orientation Week Leader at Ivey, Tess helped first-year students adjust to university life. Originally from Kingston, Ontario, she was a competitive rower in high school.

Sally P.

Hi, I’m Sally, a dedicated tutor and fourth-year University of Toronto student completing a B.Sc. in Psychology with minors in Computer Science and Mathematics. I specialize in tutoring Math, Computer Science, Psychology, English, French (beginner–intermediate), and Spanish (all levels).
For over a 5 years, I’ve supported children and teens in both tutoring and childcare settings, including many neurodivergent learners with ASD, ADHD, and diverse learning needs. I create individualized learning plans based on each student’s strengths, interests, and goals, and I regularly collaborate with families to track progress and adjust strategies together.
My teaching style is flexible and inclusive. I adapt lessons for visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners using clear routines, visual supports, plenty of practice and encouragement. I prioritize helping students feel safe, understood, and confident.
Whether your child needs help catching up, staying motivated, or being challenged beyond the classroom, I focus on building skills and self-belief, not just grades. My goal is for every student to feel, “I can do this,” and to leave each session feeling more capable and proud of their progress. I would love to partner with you to support your child’s academic growth, emotional well-being, and long-term love of learning through warm and structured tutoring tailored just for them.

Ryan M.

Ryan is an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) with a passion for Mathematics and a strong interest in a wide range of subjects, including core mathematics, Data Management, and Computer Science. He also enjoys English and literature, bringing a well-rounded perspective to his teaching.

Ryan believes that building positive relationships with students and creating a strong connection to the subject matter are essential to successful learning. His approach focuses on developing genuine conceptual understanding rather than relying solely on memorization or repetition. He takes the time to understand each student’s strengths, interests, and learning style, adapting his instruction to help them feel confident and engaged.

Ryan enjoys making academic concepts relevant by connecting them to students’ interests, hobbies, and real-world applications. He encourages students to ask questions, explore different approaches, and develop their problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. His goal is to create a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable challenging themselves, making mistakes, and developing a deeper appreciation for what they are learning.

Lorena M.

Lorena R. Munoz, Ed.D., is a mathematics and exceptional student education teacher at Coral Reef Senior High School in Miami, Florida, where she has taught since 2014. She holds an Ed.D. in Exceptional Student Education from Florida International University (FIU), as well as an M.S. (2006) and a B.S. (1998) in the same field.

Dr. Munoz began her career in 1999 at The Vanguard School in Coconut Grove. From 2001 to 2013 she taught exceptional education at Palmetto Middle School in Pinecrest, where she also chaired the Special Education Department. She holds Florida licensure in K-12 Exceptional Student Education and Middle Grades Mathematics 6-9.

For 20 years, Dr. Munoz has also worked as a private tutor, supporting elementary and middle school students. She is highly experienced in mathematics, with a particular focus on algebra and geometry. She builds students’ confidence and understanding by combining her classroom expertise with her training in special education.

Matt G.

Matt is a Miami native, software engineer and tutor who loves showing students that math can actually make sense, and can even be fun. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Florida in 2025, where he took Calculus 1 through 3, Statistics and Physics. Today he works full time as a Software Engineer, where breaking big problems into small, solvable steps is part of the job, and it’s exactly how he approaches tutoring. At UF, Matt was a teaching assistant for Programming Fundamentals 2 and a mentor in his fraternity’s mentorship program, and he has tutored elementary, middle and high school students in math and reading. He works with students in middle school math, Algebra, Geometry and introductory Physics. Matt believes most students who feel “bad at math” are just missing a building block or two. He tracks down those gaps, explains the why behind every step, and keeps sessions relaxed and upbeat. His goal is to be a mentor and a friend that students actually look forward to seeing each week, not one more hour of homework they dread. When he’s not tutoring or coding, Matt is building side projects, apps and websites, geeking out over the latest in AI, cheering on the Gators on Saturdays and the Dolphins on Sundays, and spending time with friends, family and his dog, Sid, who loves cuddling and playing fetch.