Abrar M.

Abrar M. is a teacher candidate at York University, completing a Concurrent Bachelor of Education with a specialization in Intermediate and Senior French as a Second Language and Social Sciences. He also holds a Bachelor’s degree in French Studies, which provides a strong foundation in French language, culture, and pedagogy. French is his primary teachable, with experience in Core French and French Immersion settings.

Abrar has several years of experience working with students through tutoring and practicum placements with the Toronto District School Board. His teaching approach is practical and student centred, with a focus on clear expectations, relationship building, and creating classrooms where students feel comfortable participating and taking risks in French. He plans lessons aligned with Ontario curriculum expectations, adapts instruction to meet diverse learning needs, and uses assessment practices consistent with Growing Success.

Outside the classroom, Abrar enjoys reading a wide range of books, particularly fiction and stories from different cultures. He also enjoys weightlifting, training in Muay Thai, and travelling, and values meeting people from different backgrounds.

Geetha S.

Geetha has a double MS in Microbiology and has been teaching for the last two decades as an adjunct faculty, private tutoring and at learning centers. She has been teaching as an adjunct faculty in Biology, Microbiology, Applied Biotechnology at local colleges, where she taught both lectures and hands-on lab instruction. She has also been tutoring privately and at learning centers in multiple subjects like English (English reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, spelling), Math, Science (Biology, AP Biology, Chemistry), test preps like TEAS test for nursing, ASVAB, ASTB, ACT etc.
Geetha is a dedicated, hardworking, patient teacher and passionate about teaching. She has taught many students of diverse social and cultural backgrounds and she realizes that she can fill the gaps that the student has in what they learn at school and helps connect the dots. Her helping hand has been complementary to what the student learns at school. The individual attention, guidance and focus that she provides the student helps them to feel encouraged, confident and do better. She has been able to help many students in their learning by enhancing their understanding of concepts by simplifying them, drawing diagrams, tables, figures, many practice problems for them to understand better. She gives real life examples from her research experience and enabling students to learn through practical, engaging and impactful training.
In her free time, Geetha enjoys music, gardening, yoga and hiking.

Violet O.

Violet is a special education teacher with over 10 years of experience supporting students with diverse learning needs. She is also a Structured Literacy tutor trained in the Orton-Gillingham approach. Throughout her career, she has worked with students with autism, ADHD, and dyslexia, helping them build confidence and succeed academically.

Violet believes that children learn best through exploration and hands-on experiences. Her lessons are interactive, multi-sensory, and carefully designed to keep students engaged by using movement, tactile materials, and meaningful practice to strengthen learning.

She earned her B.A. in Liberal Studies from Azusa Pacific University and her M.A. in Teaching from Point Loma Nazarene University. Violet is deeply committed to continued professional growth and regularly takes literacy courses to improve her practice and better serve her students. She is always researching new strategies, connecting with other educators, and staying current through professional communities and podcasts.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family at the San Diego Zoo or exploring new coffee shops.

O. Cash

Mr. Cash is from Atlanta, Ga and Virginia. He earned his Bachelors’ Degree in Biology from Morehouse College and his Masters’ Degree in Food and Nutritional Sciences from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. He’s served as an educator for 8+ years, including as a middle school teacher (in-person and virtually), a virtual high school teacher, an adjunct professor, a tutor and a coach. Mr. Cash specializes in science, math, food and nutrition, and a firm gentle approach; as an educator, he enjoys embracing challenges with care and support. When Mr. Cash isn’t tutoring, he’s most likely covered in soil (he’s a farmer) or paint/clay/wood shavings/etc. (he’s an artist), or he’s deeply engaged with ideas and creative expressions (he’s an avid explorer, learner, and thinker).

Charlie D.

EN: Charlie is a third-year student majoring in Kindergarten and Elementary Education with a specialization in French Immersion at McGill University. She is fluent in both French and English. Through her experiences as a daycare volunteer, camp counsellor, and tutor, she has developed strong skills in supporting elementary-level students across all subjects, with particular strengths in French and mathematics.

She is equipped to work effectively with diverse learners, including students with learning disabilities. Motivated and dedicated, Charlie is committed to helping students gain confidence in their abilities and achieve academic success. She values a safe, supportive, and caring learning environment for every student. Enthusiastic and adaptable, Charlie embraces a variety of learning styles and enjoys finding creative ways to make learning fun and engaging.

FR: Charlie est une étudiante de troisième année à l’Université McGill en enseignement préscolaire et primaire, avec une spécialisation en immersion française. Grâce à son expérience comme bénévole en garderie, animatrice de camp et tutrice, elle a développé d’excellentes compétences pour aider les élèves du primaire, notamment en français et en mathématiques.

Charlie adapte son enseignement à des élèves de divers niveaux, incluant ceux qui éprouvent des difficultés d’apprentissage. Charlie se montre entièrement dévouée à ses élèves, cherchant constamment à renforcer leur confiance et à faciliter leur réussite académique. Elle crée un milieu d’apprentissage sûr et empreint de bienveillance, et aime s’essayer à des méthodes d’enseignement innovantes qui rendent l’apprentissage captivant et agréable.

Travis N.

Travis is an Ontario Certified Teacher with experience working in both the Thames Valley District School Board (TVDSB) and the District School Board of Niagara (DSBN). He earned his Bachelor of Education from the University of Western Ontario in 2024, following the completion of his Bachelor’s degree in Biophysics at Brock University in 2022. This strong academic background allows him to bring depth, curiosity, and real-world relevance to his teaching.

Having grown up helping in his family’s daycare, Travis developed a passion for teaching and supporting children from a young age. This early exposure to working with students sparked his commitment to education and helping learners reach their full academic potential. He began tutoring in 2017, an experience that further reinforced his enthusiasm for teaching and his belief in the power of individualized support.

In his teaching practice, Travis emphasizes the importance of cross-disciplinary learning and views education as a holistic process. He strives to incorporate real-world applications and student interests into his lessons to make learning meaningful, engaging, and accessible. Through this approach, Travis aims to foster curiosity, critical thinking, and a genuine love of learning in every student he works with.

Mya K.

Mya is a dedicated Teacher Candidate currently pursuing her Bachelor of Education at Ontario Tech University, with teachable subjects in History and English. She is passionate about supporting learners as they build academic confidence and work toward achieving their individual goals. Mya brings a thoughtful and encouraging approach to her work, always striving to help students feel capable, supported, and motivated in their learning.

During the summer months, Mya works with Durham Continuing Education, where she provides one-on-one academic support to students working toward earning their high school credits. Through this experience, she has gained valuable insight into the impact of individualized instruction and has become a strong advocate for tutoring as a powerful tool for student success. She has seen firsthand how personalized support can help students strengthen skills, overcome challenges, and regain confidence in their abilities.

As a future educator, Mya is guided by the belief that every student is unique, capable, and deserving of meaningful support. She is committed to creating welcoming and inclusive learning environments that reflect the individual needs of each learner. By using compassionate, evidence-based teaching practices, Mya helps students develop confidence, resilience, and the skills they need to achieve academic success.

Elias A.

Elias A. graduated from Columbia University with an MA in Russian & Eastern European Studies in 2025 and from University of Oxford in 2017 with a BA in Politics, Philosophy and Economics. He worked as an SAT prep teacher and tutor for AP US History, AP World History, and AP Literature in DC and Maryland from 2018 to 2019. Elias served as a Peace Corps TEFL Volunteer in Kosovo from 2019-2020 and from 2022-2023, teaching English to K-12 students. In 2020 and 2021 he worked as a tutor in Oregon for elementary and middle school students, tutoring English, reading comprehension, writing, math, and coding. In 2021 Elias taught English and critical thinking skills to students in Kosovo virtually in the Peace Corps Virtual Service Pilot Program. He currently works as a tutor for middle and high school students. In his free time Elias enjoys playing basketball, ping pong, and tennis.

Hannah G-C.

Hannah is certified in English- Secondary Education and Mild to Moderate- Special Education and has been working in education for over eight years. She has taught and supported students at every level, from pre-k, elementary, middle, and high school, and currently works as the Instructional Specialist over the Humanities Department at a local high school. Born and raised in New Orleans, Hannah earned her degree in English Literature from LSU before completing a dual M.A.T in Secondary Education and Special Education at Xavier University of Louisiana. She believes that every student learns differently and is passionate about meeting students where they are, building confidence, consistency, and the skills they need to reach their goals, including preparation for state and standardized tests such as LEAP. Outside of the classroom, Hannah loves spending time with her dogs at the park, trying new restaurants, traveling, and indulging her passions for fashion and antiquing.

Dani S.

Dani is a dedicated Teacher Candidate at Ontario Tech University, currently completing her Bachelor of Education. Her two teachable subjects are History and English for Grades 7–12, and she brings a strong passion for supporting student learning both academically and emotionally. Dani is particularly interested in student mental health and believes that students learn best when they feel supported, understood, and confident in their abilities.

She values the opportunity to work one-on-one with students, as individualized instruction allows her to tailor lessons to each student’s unique learning style, strengths, and goals. Dani is enthusiastic about helping students deepen their understanding, strengthen essential skills, and build confidence in their academic abilities. Through tutoring, she is eager to continue expanding her teaching experience while creating a positive, encouraging learning environment that supports both student growth and well-being.