Taylor D.

Taylor is an Ontario Certified teacher with a strong commitment to student success and individualized learning. She completed her Honours Specialization in Family Studies and Human Development at Western University, followed by her Bachelor of Education at Western University. Her academic background has provided her with a deep understanding of child development, differentiated instruction, and inclusive teaching practices.
Through her classroom experience, Taylor has developed a passion for working one-on-one with students and tailoring instruction to meet their unique learning styles and needs. She aligns her teaching with the Ontario curriculum and focuses on building both academic skills and student confidence.
Taylor specializes in supporting students in math and English, using engaging, structured, and personalized strategies to strengthen foundational skills, foster critical thinking, and promote meaningful academic growth. She is dedicated to creating a supportive learning environment that builds independence, resilience, and a genuine love of learning.

Arden D.

Arden is a student at Brock University in the Concurrent Education program with a passion for helping students build confidence in their learning. She enjoys reading and writing in her spare time, and brings that same enthusiasm to helping students across a range of subjects. Arden has experience tutoring elementary-level reading, writing, math, and science, as well as upper-year essay revision and social science subjects. Through previous roles with the Brock Learning Lab, Learning Disabilities Association of Niagara, and as an occasional teacher with the Thames Valley District School Board, she has worked closely with learners of varying ages and abilities. Arden creates engaging sessions while building positive connections that help students feel supported and successful. Her own positive experiences with tutoring as a student have helped shape this caring and confidence-based approach.

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ALLIE H.

Based in Fairfield County, Connecticut, Allie is a dedicated educator specializing in mathematics instruction ranging from Pre-Algebra through Calculus, as well as comprehensive SAT Math preparation. Allie holds a Master of Arts in Secondary Mathematics Education from Sacred Heart University, a credential that serves as the foundation for her rigorous yet accessible pedagogical approach.

Throughout her career, Allie has established a reputation for demystifying complex concepts and building student confidence in high-stakes testing environments. By bridging the gap between foundational arithmetic and advanced theoretical calculus, she ensures that students of all levels achieve their academic goals. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes clarity, patience, and the development of critical problem-solving skills that extend beyond the classroom.

Outside of her professional commitments, Allie is a mother of two. She prioritizes quality time with her children, finding that her experiences as a parent deeply inform her empathetic and supportive teaching style.

FOSTER H.

Foster is a NY State certified mathematics teacher for mathematics, grades 7–12. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and a Master’s in Teaching Adolescence Mathematics from Fordham University. He has years of experience teaching students across grades 6-12, including Math 7, Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II/Trigonometry, and Precalculus.

In addition to his classroom teaching experience, Foster led his school’s after-school math extra help program, offering support to students across a wide range of grade levels and mathematical needs. His teaching style works to make math clear and approachable with a focus on building students’ confidence in their mathematical abilities. Foster believes that every student is capable of learning and succeeding in math with the right support.

Nancy T.

With an Honours Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Education from Lakehead University, Nancy brings a robust academic foundation and a wealth of practical experience to every tutoring session. Over the past four years, Nancy has worked in two Ontario school boards, the Halton District School Board and the Durham District School Board, allowing her to work with students of diverse ages and learning profiles. Currently serving as a Multilingual Language Learner (MLL) teacher, Nancy has spent the last year specialized in English language acquisition. This role, supported by a TEFL certification, has allowed Nancy to master the nuances of phonics instruction. By breaking down the fundamental sounds of the English language, Nancy empowers students to bridge the gap between spoken and written words, fostering a significant boost in both reading fluency and writing confidence.At the core she believes that learning is most effective when students feel secure. She is dedicated to cultivating a safe, inclusive environment where learners feel comfortable taking risks and pushing their boundaries. Whether navigating complex scientific concepts or mastering English literacy, students can expect a supportive and expert guide in their educational journey.

Sarah I.

With a background in science, math, and education, Sarah is an academic tutor who focuses on helping students build both understanding and confidence. She completed her Bachelor of Science at the University of Toronto and went on to earn her Master of Teaching at OISE, where she developed a practical, student-focused approach to learning. Through her tutoring, Sarah creates a supportive and low-pressure environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and working through challenges.

Sarah believes that strong learning starts with connection. She takes the time to understand how each student learns, allowing her to tailor sessions to their individual needs and goals. Whether working through difficult science or math concepts, she breaks ideas down in a clear and approachable way, while also helping students strengthen their organization, study habits, and overall confidence. Her goal is to help students feel more capable and independent in their learning.

Outside of her work, Sarah enjoys reading, cooking, playing video games, and doing arts and crafts. She values creativity and brings that same curiosity and energy into her tutoring.

TheCarey L.

TheCarey is an experienced English educator and instructional leader with a proven track record of helping students strengthen their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. He currently teaches 9th Grade English at IDEA Public Schools in San Antonio, where he helps students build strong reading comprehension, literary analysis, and writing skills while preparing them for STAAR End-of-Course exams. Since stepping into his current classroom mid-year, his students have already shown strong academic growth, including impressive gains on interim STAAR assessments.

Prior to returning to the classroom, TheCarey served in multiple school leadership roles, including Assistant Principal and Regional ELA Content Coach, where he supported teachers across multiple campuses, improved instructional systems, and helped raise student achievement. Earlier in his career, he taught in Harlem and the Bronx, where he built a reputation for making English Language Arts engaging, culturally relevant, and meaningful for students. His students have earned national recognition, including winning Best High School Podcast and Best East Coast Podcast through the StudySync curriculum.

TheCarey holds a Master’s degree in Special Education and has extensive experience supporting students with diverse learning needs, including those with ADHD, dyslexia, and students on the autism spectrum. He specializes in English Language Arts, writing, college essay support, ACT preparation, STAAR and Regents test prep, social studies, technical writing, and helping students develop stronger test-taking and study skills.

He also brings a unique creative perspective to tutoring through his dual bachelor’s degrees in Film & Video and Africana Studies, often helping students connect literature, writing, and history to real-world issues, media, and storytelling in ways that make learning more engaging.

Families appreciate TheCarey’s ability to challenge students academically while building their confidence and making learning feel relevant and enjoyable. His goal is to help students become stronger readers, writers, and thinkers both inside and outside the classroom.

Outside of education, TheCarey enjoys spending time with his wife and infant daughter, exploring San Antonio’s parks and restaurants, watching films, and cheering on his hometown Chicago sports teams.

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Emily P.

Emily completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Financial Management at the University of Waterloo, where she also earned a Minor in Computer Science and Specialization in Professional Accountancy. She has experience mentoring and tutoring students from ages 9-20 in several subjects from her past teaching roles.

At Waterloo, she was a teaching assistant for introductory and upper-level university accounting courses. During her time in high school, she volunteered at the Toronto Chung Wah Chinese School and delivered small group math lessons to grades 7-10 students. In 2014, she became a certified tutor through the tutoring program, License to Learn. There, she learned and practised crucial teaching techniques such as lesson personalization and setting lesson milestone while tutoring special needs elementary students. Her flexible approach to teaching allows her to tailor lessons to best fit individual learning needs and preferences, resulting in higher student satisfaction.

Outside in teaching, Emily works full time as a Data Analyst and often spends her free time language learning or exploring new bakeries.