Peter D. R.

Peter is completing his final term of a Bachelor of Science degree at Wilfrid Laurier University in Chemistry and Psychology. Through his studies, he has developed a lifelong interest in science and mathematics. He particularly enjoys helping others understand challenging concepts. Peter is eager to begin tutoring and supporting students, helping them to grow in confidence in their academic skills.

Peter has worked with many young people in group settings, including assisting instructors at a Totus Tuus day camp and participating in training for overnight camp counselling. These experiences enabled him to support younger students and guide them through various activities across a variety of learning environments.

In breaking down complex topics into simpler steps, Peter uses real-world examples to help students better understand the material. His goal is to create a comfortable learning environment where students feel encouraged to ask questions and develop confidence.

Outside of academics, Peter enjoys playing hockey, golf, and soccer, as well as gaming and chess. He looks forward to helping students enhance their understanding of science and mathematics and achieve their academic goals.

Shayna R-Z.

Shayna is a certified teacher specializing in Primary and Junior Education. She is committed to ongoing professional growth and will be pursuing additional qualifications in Intermediate Education this summer, followed by a Master of Education degree in the fall. Known for being kind, caring, compassionate, and patient, she strives to create a supportive environment where students feel confident, motivated and challenged.

Before entering the classroom, Shayna worked as a professional actress and singer, as well as a professional chef (and competitor on a major television cooking competition). These diverse experiences have shaped her creative, engaging, and adaptable approach to teaching, allowing her to connect with students in meaningful and memorable ways.

Aislinn H.

Aislinn is an experienced educator with nineteen years of teaching expertise across Grades 1–8, including French Immersion and Core French. She holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Program of Education from Canisius College (2007), and she has continued to deepen her professional knowledge as an FSL Specialist, a Math and Literacy Leader with the SCDSB, and a certified DELF Correcteur. Aislinn is known for her results‑driven tutoring approach, using evidence‑based diagnostic assessments to design personalized programs that accelerate student growth in any subject area. She brings a holistic, child‑centered philosophy to her work, supporting not only students’ academic development but also improving learning skills and a strong growth mindset. Aislinn has particular strengths in number sense and numeracy acquisition and fluency, early reading and spelling intervention, and French‑language literacy for both Core and Immersion pathways, including preparation for the DELF exam. Outside the classroom, she enjoys spending time with her three teenage daughters, coaching and playing volleyball, and reading outdoors whenever she can.

Katie E.

Katie was born and raised in Collingwood and has completed her undergraduate degree in Political Science from the University of Guelph. She is currently at Lakehead University specializing her Bachelor of Education in the Primary and Junior levels. Katie is passionate about helping students succeed and feel confident in their learning. Katie’s goal is to create a learning environment where students can reach their full potential. She has experience working with students with diverse needs and excels in teaching both math and language. She takes a patient and empathetic approach and will foster a safe environment for all students. Outside of school Katie loves to travel, hike, and read. She has also taken part in field schools to learn about teaching in other countries such as Italy and Ecuador.

Jessica S.

Jessica is a certified teacher who works in the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board (SMCDSB), holding qualifications in the Primary, Junior, and Intermediate divisions. She holds a degree in both Education and Therapeutic Recreation, which allows her to take a well-rounded, student-centred approach—supporting not only academic growth, but also confidence, motivation, and overall well-being.
With many years of experience working with children through both classroom teaching and summer programming, as well as a background in dance instruction, she brings a calm, engaging, and responsive teaching style. She understand that every child learns differently, and tailors each session to meet the individual needs, strengths, and interests of the student.
Jessica’s approach focuses on building strong foundational skills while fostering independence and a genuine sense of confidence in learning. Whether supporting literacy, numeracy, or enrichment, she aims to create a positive and supportive environment where students feel comfortable taking risks, asking questions, and growing at their own pace.

Holly R.

Holly is a certified Ontario teacher passionate about helping students master the foundations of reading and math while fostering creativity, confidence, and a love of learning. She believes in going back to the basics to build essential skills, while integrating the arts and leadership opportunities to engage students and encourage self-expression.
Holly completed her undergraduate degree and Bachelor of Education at Queen’s University and is the first scholarship recipient of the new Global Leadership & Experiential Education Certificate, a collaborative program between Queen’s University and her alma mater, Pickering College, which includes five Additional Qualifications for educators. She has taught Kindergarten and early elementary grades across the Trillium Lakelands and York Region District School Boards and has supported early reading interventions (SERT), giving her insight into individualized literacy support. Holly is trained on and has delivered remedial reading programs using the Haggerty Phonemic Awareness and Early Literacy Program, the UFLI reading system and the Wilson Reading Program.
Having spent all her summers growing up in Muskoka reading, writing, and exploring nature, Holly now lives in the region with her family and teaches locally. She holds Additional Qualifications in Outdoor & Experiential Education, Teacher Leadership Part 1, and Special Education Part 1, and is passionate about inclusive, differentiated instruction that helps each student thrive academically, socially, and creatively.
Outside the classroom, Holly enjoys reading, cooking, spending time with her family in nature, playing sports, exploring music, and practicing graphic design. She brings her love of the outdoors, healthy lifestyle, creativity, and leadership into every teaching and tutoring experience.

Ian S.

Ian Sadock is a cognitive music theorist and molecular biologist. With fourteen years of service in the Emergency Medical Services, Sadock is a Nationally Registered Advanced EMT and holds a Bachelor of Science in Cell & Molecular Biology with a minor in Chemistry. He has taught at a number of prestigious institutions, including The University of the Arts, Settlement Music School, and Cheltenham Township Adult School. Sadock serves on the Board of Directors at Jazz Bridge, a local Philadelphia non-profit, and holds a Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance with a concentration in Jazz from West Chester University, as well as a Master of Music degree in Jazz Studies. Building on over a decade of teaching experience, he is currently pursuing a PhD at Temple University while conducting research in cognitive ethnomusicology and audio analysis for artificial intelligence.

Diana W.

Diana is a bilingual educator with over 10 years of experience teaching, tutoring, and mentoring students across a wide range of ages and learning needs. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she brings a unique combination of cultural insight, strong communication skills, and a warm, engaging teaching style to every session.

Diana earned her Bachelor of Science in Education from the College of Charleston and a Master of Science in Management from Southern Wesleyan University. She has extensive experience teaching in both traditional classroom settings and one-on-one environments, including working with elementary students (K–5), English Language Arts, ESL learners, and Spanish language students at both the middle and high school levels. She has also supported students with dyslexia and served as a bilingual liaison, helping bridge communication between schools and families.

Her areas of expertise include reading, writing, college essay support, English Language Arts, ESL, Spanish (conversational through advanced), test-taking strategies, and GED preparation. Diana is especially skilled at building strong relationships with her students and tailoring instruction to meet each child’s individual learning style, helping them gain both academic skills and confidence.

In addition to her educational background, Diana brings over 20 years of professional experience in customer service, training, and curriculum development across multiple industries. She has developed Spanish curriculum and training materials, led workshops, and provided individualized instruction to both students and adults.

Diana is also a published co-author of two women’s empowerment books, reflecting her passion for personal growth and helping others reach their full potential. She believes that every student can succeed with the right encouragement, structure, and support, and she strives to create a positive, engaging learning environment where students feel confident and motivated.

Outside of tutoring, Diana enjoys spending time with her family, including her children and grandson, and continues to pursue her passion for teaching and connecting with others.

Jordan E.

Jordan has a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Studies and is currently working toward her Bachelor of Education. She has over 11 years of experience with the Waterloo Region District School Board, where she served as the Literacy Lead and received training in the Science of Reading aligned with the boards literacy program. Jordan supports students in both literacy and math, helping them build strong foundational skills, confidence, and independence in their learning.

Luke H.

Luke is a dedicated tutor based in Marietta, Georgia, bringing a rare combination of academic excellence and real-world resilience to every student he works with. A four-time consecutive Dean’s List honoree at Kennesaw State University, Luke graduated with honors in Biology in December 2025 and has since been accepted into KSU’s Master of Science in Integrative Biology program. His ability to connect with students of all ages is no accident. Luke is the youngest in his family, both his parents were the youngest in theirs, and he spent years studying alongside people much younger than himself after returning to college at 38, giving him a natural ease in spanning generations. His teaching instincts were recognized early at KSU, where his own classmates elected him (despite the position not being an election!) as their Supplemental Instruction leader for Introduction to Biology while he was still taking the course, a distinction that speaks for itself.

Having personally navigated diagnoses of ADHD and OCD throughout his studies, Luke brings genuine empathy and creative problem-solving to students who learn differently. His sessions are built around analogies, drawing concepts out visually, and focusing only on the very next step so students never feel overwhelmed. He looks forward to working with students from elementary through high school in Science, English, Reading, Writing, and Social Studies. When he is not tutoring, Luke is a huge nerd who has to keep busy, spending his time remodelling, painting miniatures, playing bass, tinkering with hobby electronics, and living by his personal motto: “No growth in comfort, no comfort in growth.”