Candice B.

Candice is a graduate of Western University, where she completed an Honours Specialization in English Literature and Culture. She graduated with distinction—earning no grade below 80 percent throughout her undergraduate career—and was awarded the Modern Studies Prize for excellence in the study of modern thought and culture. She is currently completing her Master’s in Education at Niagara University.

Candice has extensive experience tutoring and teaching at both the secondary and post-secondary levels in a wide range of subjects, including English, French, German, History, Social Science, Vocal Music, and Creative Writing. She is also an accomplished musician, having released a full album on Spotify, along with corresponding music videos and photography, and she intends to publish several written works.

As a student with a unique learning style, Candice specializes in adapting course delivery to ensure the academic success of every student, regardless of perceived disadvantages. She emphasizes difference over deficiency and strives to cultivate a warm, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment.

Maddy K.

Maddy K. is an award-winning educator who brings over 15 years of educational excellence and genuine passion for student success to her tutoring practice. Her classroom experience spans work with diverse learners, including general education, special education, basic skills, and English Language Learners, giving her a deep understanding of how to adapt her teaching approach to individual learning styles and
needs. Maddy is a lifelong learner who is always looking to advance her knowledge in all areas of education and school leadership. She holds two Master’s degrees in School Leadership and School Counseling from Wilmington University, a Bachelor of Arts in English and Secondary Education from The College of New Jersey, and additional certifications in supervision and e-learning design, combining strong academic credentials with practical teaching experience. In her free time, Maddy enjoys hiking at local parks with her husband, daughter, and dog Miles. Whether working with a struggling reader, helping a student organize their thoughts for an essay, or supporting test preparation,
Madeline brings warmth, expertise, and unwavering dedication to each tutoring relationship. Her goal is simple: to help every student not just succeed academically, but to develop the confidence and skills they need to thrive as lifelong learners.

Kristina K.

I am a passionate educator who loves teaching, working with children, and being part of their learning journey. With experience in K–8 classrooms across all subject areas, I take pride in creating engaging and supportive environments where students feel encouraged to grow and succeed. I believe every child has unique strengths, and I am dedicated to helping each one reach their fullest potential.

Outside the classroom, I enjoy traveling, spending time outdoors, and embracing new experiences that inspire both my personal and professional growth. I remain deeply committed to education and to supporting students with care, patience, and enthusiasm.

Wajd A.

Wajd is passionate about helping students succeed and currently serves as a teaching assistant at Western University in advanced Medical Science courses. Her teaching journey began in high school, where she volunteered as a kindergarten teacher assistant and a library assistant for Westmount Public School, and then proceeded to one-on-one tutor her high school peers in math and science subjects as requested by teachers. Through these experiences, Wajd has proven to many students that no goal is impossible to achieve, as long as they have the right guidance and resources. Beyond academia, Wajd thrives in leadership and community roles, as highlighted by her three-year experience as a Western International Ambassador, Peer Guide, and a librarian at Weldon. She supports multiple projects yearly, including international orientation planning. As described by many, Wajd is a social butterfly who cherishes opportunities to connect with others and can often be found in taekwondo and belly dancing classes, where she continues to build friendships and explore new passions.

Kiseme P.

Kiseme holds a Master’s in Teaching along with dual credentials as a Multiple Subject Teacher and Education Specialist. He has a gift for making learning fun and engaging, often bringing project-based activities and critical thinking into his lessons. Kiseme loves working with students of all abilities, including those in special education, and takes pride in helping each child feel confident and capable. His favorite subjects to teach are reading, writing, and math, where he focuses on building strong foundations and encouraging problem-solving in meaningful, practical ways.

David R.

“Salud, pesetas, amor, y tiempo para gozarlos,” “Health, wealth, love, and time to enjoy them ” is the motto of David R. He is a certified teacher in secondary social sciences grades 6-12, speaks Spanish and is working on his Creole. He grew up in Westfield, New Jersey with a profound respect for history and other cultures and languages. Since he was 17, he has worked with children from pre-k all the way to being seniors in high school. He completed his Undergraduate in history at Susquehanna University in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania in 2009. To further his education, he went on to study the social sciences such as geography, civics, political science, macro and micro economics, psychology, anthropology, sociology, US history, world and ancient history, in more depth at Rutgers University and Union County College until 2012.

After moving to Florida in 2012, he quickly became a substitute teacher in Collier County Public Schools. He worked his way to becoming a certifiedteacher at FGCU through the Teacher Immersion Program. His goal is to make informed citizens that are capable of making decisions and being able to differentiate truth from opinion. He has years of experience teaching various subjects such as ELA, Spanish, and, of course, various social studies subjects. Fostering the need for knowledge, the need for objectivity, to embrace our humanity and work together are at the forefront of his goals.

He currently resides in Naples, Florida with his fiancé and two children; his four-year-old daughter and one and a half year old son…who somehow is already in his terrible twos. His special interests vary greatly, much like the subjects he teaches; from sci-fi fantasy classics like Star Trek, Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, anything by Isaac Asimov and Max Brooks to Shakespeare and Ernest Hemingway. Anime has always been a favorite form of media as well. Playing, fixing, and modifying his guitars and bass guitars is also one of his hobbies; he cannot wait to teach his children music.

Kat N.

ENG: Kat is a nursing student at McGill University, currently completing her final year in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. She earned her French high school diploma, graduating on the honors roll. Kat has experience tutoring younger students in grades 7 through 9, focusing on science and math within the Ontario curriculum. Through mostly self-organized after-school tutoring sessions, she supported students in working through assigned homework and guided them in preparing for unit tests and exams. She also taught English as a second language to elementary-aged children, where she designed weekly learning plans and created fun, interactive activities to help students practice and showcase their new knowledge.
In addition to her academic teaching, Kat has worked with children in other instructional contexts, most notably as a ski instructor. She taught technical skills as well as encouraged independence, responsibility, and safe decision-making on the slopes.

FR: Kat est étudiante en sciences infirmières à l’Université McGill et termine sa dernière année du baccalauréat en sciences infirmières. Elle a obtenu son diplôme d’études secondaires en français avec distinction. Kat possède de l’expérience en tutorat auprès d’élèves de la 7e à la 9e année, surtout en sciences et en mathématiques selon le curriculum Ontarien. Elle a mis en place des séances de tutorat hors les heures d’école afin de soutenir les élèves dans la réalisation de leurs devoirs et la préparation de leurs évaluations. Elle a également enseigné l’anglais comme langue seconde à des enfants du primaire, pour lesquels elle a conçu des plans d’apprentissage hebdomadaires et créé des activités ludiques et interactives afin de leur permettre de pratiquer et de mettre en valeur leurs nouvelles connaissances.
En plus de son expérience académique, Kat a travaillé avec des enfants dans d’autres contextes d’enseignement, notamment comme monitrice de ski. Elle a enseigné les techniques de base tout en encourageant l’autonomie, le sens des responsabilités et la prise de décisions sécuritaires sur les pentes.

Alexander Z.

Alex graduated from the University of California Los Angeles with a Bachelors of Science in Bioengineering. He is currently studying at the University of Pennsylvania pursuing a Masters in Bioengineering. Alex began his tutoring journey during his undergraduate years by tutoring students in upper division bioengineering courses. He also used his Mandarin skills to support many international students located in China looking to apply to US universities. After graduating from UCLA, he decided to take a few gap years to pursue his love for traveling abroad. More importantly, he began his professional tutoring career during these years as well. He worked one on one with many students ranging from high school all the way to college undergraduates, primarily helping them excel in their math and science classes. He also worked at the Princeton Review to tutor high school students on the SAT and ACT. Alex has developed a deep passion not only for supporting students academically but also for building a real relationship with students. He believes that this is the only way to understand them well enough to help push them to their fullest potential.

Justin E.

Justin Echevarria is a devoted educator with over seven years of classroom teaching experience and three years of tutoring expertise, both in person and online. He received his Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Secondary Education from Buffalo State College in 2018 and is pursuing a Master of Arts in History at Eastern Washington University. His academic background reflects a deep commitment to education, which he brings into every lesson. He has taught and supported students from kindergarten through college in Social Studies and has also developed a strong record of success teaching English at every level and various subjects of Math through eighth grade. Justin’s students show noticeable improvement under his instruction, with many seeing an increase in their test scores and overall grades by at least two levels. Outside of the classroom, Justin brings his love for history into his hobbies. He enjoys playing video games like Assassin’s Creed for their historical settings, as well as reading both history books and science fiction novels. These interests show his belief that learning goes beyond the classroom, and he strives to share that excitement with every student he works with.

Lisa S.

Lisa is a dedicated educator with decades of experience teaching students from kindergarten through grade 8. She has a deep passion for teaching children to read and firmly believes that every child can become a confident, independent reader when given the right instruction. Specializing in literacy, one-on-one remedial support, special education, ASD support, and ESL teaching, Lisa designs instruction that meets diverse learning needs while fostering critical thinking, independence, and student engagement. Making learning fun!

Highly skilled in evidence-based reading strategies, she creates interventions that equip students with the tools, guidance, and encouragement they need to succeed. Her approach emphasizes authentic praise, clear next steps, and adaptable strategies that students can apply across subjects. Above all, Lisa prioritizes compassion and individualized support, helping each student unlock their full potential, ignite curiosity, and cultivate a lifelong love of learning.