Colleen C.

Colleen is a passionate and dedicated educator with a strong academic background and a genuine commitment to helping students build confidence and achieve success. She holds a Bachelor of Health Sciences, a Bachelor of Business Administration, and is currently completing her Bachelor of Education in the Primary/Junior division. This diverse educational background allows her to support students across a wide range of subjects while applying a strong understanding of how children learn best. Her experience working with students of varying ages and academic backgrounds enables her to adapt instruction to meet individual learning needs.

Her teaching philosophy is rooted in a student-centred, strengths-based approach. She focuses on breaking down complex concepts into clear, manageable steps and uses a variety of strategies—including visuals, real-world examples, guided practice, and discussion—to support understanding. She prioritizes building strong relationships with students so they feel confident asking questions and engaging fully in their learning.

With younger learners, she emphasizes engagement, structure, and confidence-building, while with older students she focuses on skill development, critical thinking, and academic independence. Across all grade levels, her goal is to support both academic growth and the development of strong foundational skills. She is committed to working collaboratively with families to provide personalized support that helps each student feel confident, capable, and motivated to learn.

Waringa H.

Waringa H. is a tutor, writer, and designer with an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. She has taught writing to undergraduates and has tutored students from first through twelfth grade. Through the nonprofit 826CHI, she led writing workshops, provided one-on-one literacy and homework support, and guided high school students through essay writing and college applications. When she’s not reading or writing, she’s probably watching hockey or on the hunt for the city’s best cheesecake.

Jordon B.

Jordon is in her final semester of teachers’ college at Lakehead University in Orillia, specializing in Geography and Environmental Science. She is qualified to teach all subjects up to the Grade 10 level and has experience supporting students across a variety of classroom settings and subject areas.

She is passionate about helping students build confidence, develop strong learning habits, and work toward their academic goals. Having seen first-hand the positive impact that one-to-one support can make, Jordon looks forward to working closely with students and families to provide personalized, supportive tutoring that meets each learner where they are.

Outside of academics, Jordon has a strong love for sports and the outdoors. In her free time, she enjoys playing volleyball, skiing, reading, practicing yoga, and leading canoe trips during the summer months. This passion for active, outdoor learning often carries over into her teaching approach, helping students stay engaged, motivated, and curious.

Khadijah S.

Khadijah is a dedicated and enthusiastic educator with a genuine passion for supporting students as they grow academically and personally. She is currently a teacher candidate in the Primary/Junior program and brings a fun, caring, and student-centred approach to her teaching. Khadijah has experience working with students as young as four years old, helping them build strong foundational skills in math, English, and science.

She believes that every child learns differently and is committed to creating supportive, inclusive learning environments where students feel comfortable taking risks, asking questions, and developing confidence in their abilities. Khadijah focuses on tailoring her instruction to meet each student’s individual needs, using engaging strategies and hands-on learning to make concepts accessible and meaningful.

Her goal is to foster a positive attitude toward learning while helping students develop the skills they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom. Khadijah looks forward to working closely with students and families to support academic success and nurture a love of learning.

Grace H.

Grace is a dedicated educator with a dual-degree background, holding a Bachelor of Psychology and a Bachelor of Education. With extensive experience in Resource Teaching, she specializes in supporting students with diverse learning needs, including Autism, Down syndrome, and physical disabilities. Grace is officially trained in the UFLI program, providing her with a research-backed foundation in early literacy and the science of reading.

Having worked directly in elementary classrooms, Grace understands how to bridge the gap between school curriculum and individualized support. Her holistic approach is further enriched by her background in teaching music, allowing her to incorporate rhythm and creativity into her sessions. Throughout her career, she has completed numerous specialized courses to better advocate for and support individuals of all abilities, ensuring every student feels empowered to succeed.

Kathryn H.

Kathryn H. is an experienced educator, learning specialist, and former intelligence professional who brings exceptional depth, structure, and insight to her work with students. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Texas at Austin, a Master’s Degree in Education from the University of Mary Washington, and is currently completing her MBA at Harvard Business School.

Kathryn is an Orton-Gillingham Associate (dyslexia specialist) and holds a TEFL certification from Cambridge University, England. She spent over 10 years as an SAT and SAT II tutor and has taught students across all grade levels, now specializing in reading, writing, and executive functioning—particularly for neurodivergent learners with Dyslexia, ADHD, or Autism.

Prior to her career in education, Kathryn served for 20 years with the USMC and CIA, working at the Pentagon and spending several years in Iraq and Afghanistan as a Combat Operations Planner, an experience that deeply informs her calm, strategic, and highly individualized approach to learning. Known for building strong relationships and confidence in her students, Kathryn blends evidence-based instruction with real-world problem-solving.

Outside the classroom, she is a Le Cordon Bleu alumna who enjoys cooking, playing soccer, and horseback riding—proof that discipline, curiosity, and creativity can thrive side by side.

Tatyana C.

Tatyana is a Primary/Junior Teacher Candidate qualified to teach Kindergarten through Grade 6. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts from the University of Toronto, with a major in Sociology, Geography, and Environmental Studies, and is currently completing her Bachelor of Education.

With over three years of experience as a supply teacher with the Toronto Catholic District School Board, Tatyana has worked with students across a wide range of grades, abilities, and learning needs. This experience has strengthened her ability to adapt instruction, follow curriculum expectations, and create inclusive, supportive classroom environments where students feel valued and confident.

Tatyana is patient, organized, friendly, and caring, and she is deeply committed to helping students reach their full potential. She believes in breaking down learning into manageable steps and scaffolding instruction in ways that build understanding, confidence, and independence. By tailoring her teaching strategies to each student’s unique learning style, she ensures lessons are engaging, accessible, and meaningful.

Her goal is to foster curiosity, confidence, and a positive attitude toward learning. Tatyana looks forward to working closely with families to support students academically while helping them build strong foundational skills and a genuine love of learning.

Samantha L.

Hi there! My name is Samantha, and I am a teacher with the Toronto District School Board. I currently teach in a Junior Autism Intensive classroom and am qualified to teach students from Kindergarten to Grade 8.

I hold a diploma and degree in Early Childhood Education, as well as a Bachelor of Education from York University. I also have additional qualifications in Reading, Mathematics, ESL, Special Education, and Physical Education.

My teaching philosophy is collaborative and strength-based, with a focus on building confidence and supporting each student’s individual needs. I am fluent in English and Cantonese.

Aya I.

Aya is a first-year teacher candidate in the Bachelor of Education program at Ontario Tech University. She also holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a specialization in Human Resources. Aya is a Primary/Junior candidate and offers tutoring support for students from Kindergarten to Grade 6.

Aya is passionate about teaching and believes that learning looks different for every student. She values individualized support and strives to create a positive, pressure-free learning environment where students feel comfortable taking risks and learning from mistakes. Rather than simply providing answers, Aya focuses on equipping students with the tools and strategies they need to think critically and work through challenges independently.

Her goal is to help students reach their full potential by building on their strengths, developing essential skills, and using approaches that work best for each learner. Aya is enthusiastic about partnering with students and their families to support growth, confidence, and academic success.

Zach Lundgren

Zachery Lundgren received his Ph.D. in Rhetoric, Writing, and Composition from East Carolina University. He also has an MFA from the University of South Florida, and a BA from the University of Colorado, Boulder.

Zach has taught at the college level for seven years, and has tutored students from middle school to graduate school in a variety of subjects. His primary areas of expertise are English, Essay Writing, and Science.

When he isn’t teaching or tutoring, Zach loves hiking, camping, and backpacking in the Colorado backcountry. He is also an avid reader and has published a book of poetry: Turkey Vulture, published by Meadowlark Press.