Carmen L.

Carmen Low is an aspiring Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapist with a passion for working with children, particularly those with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related disorders. She is currently studying at Louisiana State University (LSU) pursuing a double major in Psychology and Political Science with a minor in Sociology. Afterwards, she plans to attend graduate school for Applied Behavior Analysis. Carmen is dedicated to helping children thrive, and her work with children allows her to witness the tangible progress that they make as they develop new skills.

Originally from Buffalo, New York, Carmen moved to Douglasville, Georgia, and then to Navarre, Florida, where she graduated from Navarre High School in 2021. Her diverse upbringing across multiple states has instilled in her a broad perspective and adaptability.

In addition to her academic and therapeutic work, Carmen is an avid reader and writer, with a deep love for English and literature. Carmen is also a lover of the outdoors, frequently spending her free time hiking, practicing yoga, and enjoying nature. She has a passion for baking, and she especially cherishes moments spent with her dog Duchess.

Orla R.

Orla is a recent graduate of Queen’s University, holding a dual degree in Global Development Studies and Concurrent Education, specializing in Primary/Junior education with a focus on supporting at-risk students. Currently, Orla works as an Occasional Teacher with the Toronto Catholic District School Board, where she is currently in a Long-Term Occasional Assignment within the Education Community Partnership Program. In this role, Orla supports students with exceptionalities who require specialized programming due to behavioural challenges, severe mental health issues, and health concerns that prevent them from being in a mainstream classroom.

Certified by the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT), Orla has significant experience working with Student’s from Kindergarten to Grade 12 students from diverse backgrounds. She is proficient in teaching all subjects at the Grade 1-6 levels and is committed to fostering inclusive, safe, and supportive learning environments where all students feel respected and empowered. Orla takes a holistic approach to education, focusing on her students’ academic, emotional, physical, and social development to help them navigate challenges and achieve their full potential. Through Orla’s experiences as a student teacher at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. In the Bloorview School in a grade 1 classroom in the Integrated Education and Therapy (IET) Program Orla found her passion for working with Children with Disabilities in a Hospital Setting, so Orla has decided since finishing her Bachelors of Education she is going to apply for her Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy for September 2025! Outside of the classroom you can find Orla cooking, traveling, walking her dogs Murphy and Theo, working out/running, and spending quality time with her family!

RILEY R.

Riley is currently a first-year Master of Teaching (MT) student at OISE. He has a considerable amount of teaching experience as a private tutor and working at various elementary and secondary schools within the Toronto District School Board (TDSB).

Riley inspires to become a high school biology and chemistry teacher and share his passion for science and learning to his future classroom. His motto is: “Learning does not start until a love for lifelong learning is instilled into the classroom.”

Jasmine E-H.

Jasmine is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and Policy at the University of Toronto. In June 2024, she graduated from the University of Calgary with distinction, earning a Bachelor of Education specializing in Elementary Social Studies, and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Communication and Culture with a minor in Psychology.

She brings a diverse background to her tutoring practice. Jasmine has previously worked as a Child Development Specialist, Developmental Aide, and full-time Homeschool Tutor. These roles allowed her to support students with ADHD, ODD, autism, learning disabilities, and giftedness. Her passion is in creating inclusive and accessible learning experiences tailored to each student’s needs and strengths.

As a certified teacher with both the Alberta Teachers’ Association and the Ontario College of Teachers, Jasmine strives to instill a love of learning in every student she works with. Most of her formal teaching experiences have been in junior high settings (i.e. grades 7-9), but she has also worked with elementary and high school students in other capacities.

Outside of teaching and studying, Jasmine enjoys exploring Toronto’s vibrant neighbourhoods, reading across genres, and discovering new cafes and parks. She looks forward to supporting students’ educational journeys and helping them achieve their goals.

Douglas P.

Douglas is a certified teacher, university faculty member, former museum curator, and all-around renaissance man. Few have a professional background like him: Archaeology, Astronomy, History, Paleontology, and Religious Studies are just a few of the subjects Douglas has worked and taught in. After completing a degree in History he went to work for museums in Los Angeles, including the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and Griffith Observatory. During that time he acquired a Master of Arts in Teaching, taught in several school districts, and all while continuing to work in museums. Since moving to Idaho, he has worked in community based mental health, the state prison system, and currently he is at Boise State teaching Human Anatomy and Physiology Labs, (he prefers labs over lectures – they’re more fun!). Douglas’s style is very unique, interactive, and is about inspiring and not just rote knowledge acquisition. From lecturing about Dwarf Planet Pluto at the most visited public observatory in the world, to teaching inmates about fossilization and quantum mechanics, Douglas is available to help you, or your student, find new appreciation for their natural and cultural worlds, create a tomorrow that is better than today, and learn a little along the way!

Some examples of how he works:
Does your student need to work on basic reading and writing? Let’s use dinosaurs to develop those skills!
Does your student need to work on writing proper essays, developing ideas, and forming arguments? Let’s dig up something archaeological and either support or refute it!
Maybe your student needs someone to talk with while learning about the wonders of the past, the mysteries of the cosmos, and other big ideas. Let’s dive in and see where we end up!
From kindergarten to college, Douglas will endeavor to help your student achieve academically – and have fun while doing it!

Karen D.

With a Masters in Education degree from Niagara University and an Honours Music Undergraduate degree from Wilfrid Laurier University, Karen has worked as a special education and elementary classroom teacher for over 20 years, specializing in primary/junior education, early literacy intervention, social-emotional learning and individualized education planning and implementation.

While in the role of Mental Health and Well-being consultant at the Waterloo District School Board in Ontario, over 12,000 students accessed a Social-Emotional Program she created for children and youth in grades one through eight. This past year, Karen was a part-time lecturer with Wilfrid Laurier University’s Faculty of Education, teaching “Mental Health in the Classroom” to teacher candidates.

Karen believes all children can learn and thrive, and it’s the teacher’s role to create a space that is safe, kind and inspiring. Having recently relocated to the area, Karen is thrilled to be joining the team at Prep Academy to work with students here in Whistler!

MADELEINE B.

Madeleine is a student at the University of Toronto pursuing a Master’s in Teaching with a specialization in French education and plans on teaching French at the primary level. Before starting her current program, Madeleine completed an Honours Bachelor of Arts in English Literature at U of T. Having grown up attending French language schools across the US and France, she developed a passion for francophone culture and language. Madeleine taught as a grade 1 to 3 second language teacher at a French language school in Seattle, Washington, before pivoting to tutoring adult English language learners. As a multilingual language learner herself, Madeleine understands that every child’s learning needs are unique and she prioritizes individualized teaching plans to most effectively aid each student in their learning goals.

In her free time, Madeleine has been learning Spanish and enjoys staying active outdoors. She recently discovered crochet and has been learning how to make her own winter accessories!

Cristian H.

Cristian is a veteran educator with over 15 years of classroom experience. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Louisiana State University. Cristian later went on to earn an Elementary Education teaching certificate from Southern University, and a Master’s Degree in Education Leadership from Southeastern Louisiana University, where she graduated with honors. Cristian has experience teaching all core subjects including Math, English Language Arts, Social Studies and Science. Cristian has spent her educational career teaching grades K-5, specializing in intervention instruction in the areas of reading, writing, and math specifically. She is passionate about helping children learn and succeed both in and outside of the classroom. She enjoys reading, drinking coffee, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.

Katarina S.

Katarina is a Management student at the University of Toronto, currently in her final year on track to complete a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in 2025. Katarina has completed an education in French Immersion, spanning 12 years, ultimately receiving a Certificate in French Immersion Studies. Moreover, Katarina has received an Ontario Scholar certificate upon Secondary School completion, acknowledging her achievements, which were later recognized by her university in offering her a partial scholarship. Katarina has always had a love and passion for learning languages, with French being her third, beginning her learning of it at the age of 6. Furthering this passion, Katarina had begun tutoring children Grades 1-9 in Core French and French Immersion, and has been tutoring for 2 years now. Katarina’s goal is to pass on her knowledge to help students reach their full potential in french speaking, reading, and writing, all while creating a focused, engaging and supportive environment. Furthermore, Katarina enjoys working with children, showcased through multiple opportunities over the years, most notably during her several year volunteer position as an assistant kids dance instructor. In her free time, Katarina enjoys spending time with her family and friends, going to concerts, and doing puzzles.

ANNA R.

Anna is a certified teacher with a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Geography and a Bachelor of Education from the University of British Columbia. She is passionate about intermediate-level education and making meaningful connections between learning and the environment. Anna primarily teaches elementary and middle school students. She currently works as a K-12 substitute teacher in the West Kootenays.

Anna’s teaching philosophy emphasizes curiosity, excitement for learning, and fostering a sense of community for all learners. She is passionate about helping students develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed academically and beyond by recognizing the variety of learning strategies her students possess. She enjoys incorporating real-world and personal connections into her teaching.

Outside the classroom, Anna is interested in outdoor sports like skiing and enjoys spending time in nature, creating art, and exploring environmental stewardship activities.