Zarina T.

Zarina is a K-12 educator with a Master of Teaching degree form OISE who specializes in teaching French and Drama (with a background in cinema). OCT certified with an offer of employment from TDSB with prior experiences that include working with students from kindergarten to high school in private (University of Toronto Schools) and public sectors (Dixon Grove and Islington JMS), as well as specialized schools (Central Technical School and Etobicoke School of the Arts). She is ESL qualified and has most recently worked with MWS Camps teaching international students from around the world (7-17 years old) English. As an immigrant from Uzbekistan, she is trilingual in Russian, English , and French (with experiences working in core and immersion classes). Has two published research articles in student journals at UofT (Caméra Stylo and Hardwire Journal) and has privately taught essay writing in the past. Has successfully passed the math proficiency test and is able to tutor math up to grade 8.

Carrie T.

Carrie is an energetic educator, tutor, and enthusiastic champion of literacy with a Bachelor of Education and a lifelong love of learning. Her wonderfully unconventional career has carried her from elementary classrooms in Canada to the colourful, high-energy classrooms of Bangkok, where she taught English and Science to young learners. She has also worked as an education assistant, volunteered for several years as an EAL tutor, and has created memorable experiences for children as a Children’s Activities Coordinator aboard cruise ships. At the heart of it all, Carrie’s biggest passion is literacy education. She believes that strong reading and writing skills can open doors, build confidence, and transform a child’s relationship with learning. She continues to expand her expertise through professional learning in structured literacy education. She brings warmth, creativity, humour, and plenty of encouragement to every lesson, adapting her approach to the individual strengths, interests, and learning needs of each student. An enthusiastic traveller, she loves discovering new places, meeting people from around the world, and collecting stories along the way. If learning is a journey, Carrie arrives with a map, a stack of books, and enough enthusiasm to make the adventure worthwhile!

Taryn G.

Taryn is a warm, encouraging educator with a background in secondary education and a passion for helping students feel confident and capable in their learning. Originally from Saskatoon, Taryn earned her degree in Secondary Education with a major in English at the University of Saskatchewan before gaining experience as a classroom teacher.

After discovering her love of the outdoors, Taryn followed her passion west to Squamish, where she now brings her teaching experience to one-on-one tutoring. She believes that creating a space where students feel supported and heard is the pathway to success.

Taryn strives to make learning feel approachable and engaging, adapting her teaching style to meet each student’s individual needs. She is passionate about helping students build confidence, work through challenges, and recognize their own potential as learners.

In her spare time, Taryn can be found rock climbing around Squamish, reading in her favourite places, or cooking at home.

Mahdi C.

Mahdi holds a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Lakehead University and a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering. He is also TEFL certified and has experience teaching English in academic and private tutoring settings. With a strong academic background in mathematics, physics, and engineering, Mahdi provides tutoring in Math, Physics, and English.

Mahdi has teaching experience as a university teaching assistant, where he supported students with their learning and academic development. He also has experience providing private English instruction to learners with different proficiency levels and learning goals.

His teaching approach emphasizes clear explanations, logical problem-solving, and adapting lessons to each student’s individual needs. In Math and Physics, Mahdi focuses on helping students understand concepts rather than simply memorize formulas, using practical examples and step-by-step explanations. In English, he helps students develop their communication skills, grammar, vocabulary, and confidence.

With his combination of engineering education, academic teaching experience, and English-teaching expertise, Mahdi brings a structured, supportive, and student-focused approach to tutoring.

Kimberly K.

Experienced and energetic teacher with 10 years of classroom teaching. Masters degree in cross cultural teaching, Barton and Waldorf trained. Expert with Adhd, dyslexia and Asd students. Together we can work with challenges to create life long and confident learners.

Maggie W.

Maggie Wallenberger is an educator who is passionate about helping students build confidence and reach their full potential. She grew up in Carpentersville, Illinois. She pursued her bachelors in Spanish and Linguistics with a focus in ESL (English Second Language) while playing collegiate volleyball at Southern Illinois University. Maggie is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Teaching. This fall, Maggie will begin her career as a 5th-grade Dual Language Teacher, where she will combine her love of education and bilingual learning to support students in both English and Spanish.

Throughout her educational and professional experiences, Maggie has worked closely with children in a variety of settings. She has served as a paraprofessional in an elementary school, coached youth club volleyball, and provided individualized academic support to students with diverse learning needs. Her background has helped her develop a patient, encouraging, and personalized approach to teaching that focuses on building strong relationships and fostering student confidence.

As a bilingual educator, Maggie believes that every student learns differently and deserves instruction that is engaging, supportive, and tailored to their unique strengths. She is committed to creating positive learning experiences that help students grow academically while developing a lifelong love of learning. Outside of teaching, Maggie enjoys staying active and spending quality time with her family and friends.

Sana T.

Sana grew up in Illinois and received her Bachelors Degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a major in biological sciences and a double minor in mathematics and psychology. Her zeal for learning is what drove her to study mathematics and psychology alongside biology. She has a fervor to learn about science and math, stay up to date with advancements in the fields, and teach that knowledge to others.

She started off her journey as a tutor while she was just in middle school! She was a private academic tutor for 15+ years and tutored on a variety of subjects, including math, science, English, and reading at the elementary, middle, high school, and undergraduate levels. She started off her teaching experience as a mathematics instructor for K-12 math subjects and moved on to the role of a test prep instructor specializing in helping adolescents prepare for all subjects covered by the SAT and ACT. She gained most of her specialized teaching skills while being a STEM teacher and mentor at Fusion Academy, a school that specializes in giving personalized instruction to students that caters to their individual learning styles and patterns. While here, she was really able to hone in on identifying students’ individual needs and preferences and allow for them to reach their maximum learning potential. Sana values the student-teacher relationship and believes that true learning can only happen in an environment of acceptance, trust, and comfort. She puts importance on developing rhetoric, engaging with her students, and allowing them to feel at ease and ask any questions that facilitate and spark their learning. Teaching and connecting with students is truly a passion for Sana!

In her free time, Sana loves spending time playing with her toddler and nieces and nephews, engaging them in wonderful discoveries of the magnificent world around them! She admires nature and enjoys taking walks outdoors and sightseeing. She also has a passion for the arts, whether that’s in the form of movies, books, painting, drawing, and more!

Sana can’t wait to meet you and help you on your journey of growth and development to reach your full potential! 🙂

Trupti P.

Trupti’s background is unique, and it reflects in her teaching approach. She completed the math program at Kumon Learning Center by the 8th grade, after which she immediately began working as an Assistant Grader. Since then, Trupti has been teaching a diverse range of students, from elementary level to higher education. Her teaching philosophy is understanding students and creating a safe space to meet each other halfway. She finds joy in motivating students and being a stepping stone in their academic journey.

Trupti holds an M.S. in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Illinois Chicago and in Biology from the University of West Florida. She received her B.S. in Environmental Science with a minor in Spanish at Benedictine University. She has studied abroad in Spain and the Bahamas.

Currently, Trupti is a new adjunct instructor teaching Introduction to Biology at Harold Washington College. Outside the classroom, Trupti is an artist at heart. She loves dancing, yoga, music, and venturing to museums and plays. In her free time, she volunteers at the Blind Services Association, reading to the visually impaired.

In all, Trupti is a dedicated, empathetic, and passionate educator. She applauds students who show up, even when it seems impossible. Everyone is welcome in this classroom!

Lauren P.

Hannah O.

Hannah is a passionate educator who has earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from University of Illinois and teaches in Plainfield. Through her teaching experiences, Hannah has worked with students across all elementary grade levels, allowing her to create engaging, personalized lessons that meet the unique needs of each learner. Growing up as the oldest of five siblings helped foster her natural patience, leadership, and love of working with children from a young age. When she isn’t teaching or tutoring, there’s a good chance she’s planning her next trip, crafting, spending time with family and friends, or trying to convince herself she definitely doesn’t need any more clothes. Hannah believes that positive relationships are the foundation of student success and strives to create a supportive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, taking risks, and celebrating their growth. She is ready to meet and challenge students to help them flourish!