Errica W.

Errica Whitaker is a seasoned laboratory supervisor with more than two decades of experience leading research and production laboratories. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biology with a minor in Chemistry, as well as dual Master’s degrees in Business Administration and Project Management. This combination of scientific expertise and strategic leadership has enabled her to drive innovation, ensure operational excellence, and foster collaboration across diverse teams. In her current role at BASF, she manages daily operations, oversees research initiatives, and leads a skilled team while ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. A defining milestone in her career was becoming the first African American Female Superintendent at Honeywell Inc., a groundbreaking achievement that reflects both personal accomplishment and industry progress.

Before transitioning to corporate science, Errica spent five years as an educator, teaching middle and high school science courses, which strengthened her dedication to mentorship and the transformative power of education. This passion led her to launch two ventures—Learning with Errica and Whitaker’s Writing Services—and to remain active in community outreach programs that promote science education and career readiness. Whether in the classroom, laboratory, or community, she is committed to inspiring the next generation of scientists and advancing inclusive opportunities in science.

AIDEN O.

Aidan O. is a PhD student in Communication & Culture at York University studying the politics of internet memes and social media. He has a masters degree in Media Studies from Western University and a bachelor’s degree in political studies from Queen’s University. Aidan is an experienced educator with a strong background in teaching communication, reading, writing and critical thinking skills. Aidan has worked as a graduate teaching assistant teaching in university classrooms, as a literacy tutor in elementary schools and in student’s homes and as a debate coach teaching students remotely over Zoom.
Aidan believes that teaching is a collective journey that requires an educator to move through the learning process with students and model attitudes and behaviors that reflect the practice and promote engagement with the subject matter. Learning is an acquisition of knowledge, but it is primarily a way of being in the world. Learning about literature, law, economics, history, science or philosophy is not just learning names of acclaimed authors and key concepts it is learning to carry on in our lives with critical questioning, eclectic curiosity and honesty about what we do not know. This understanding of the importance of teaching informs Aidan’s teaching and tutoring practice and motivates his journey to become a working professor. In his spare time Aidan enjoys cooking, listening to music and reading.

Mark A.

MARK ANGLIN, B.Eng., MBA, PMP, PMI-ACP,Cert.Adult Ed, PhD (Cand.) AI & Machine Learning (Data Science)

With over 20 years of technology and global business experience, with companies such as Oracle, Accenture, AT&T and Cisco Systems, Mark has brought 2 software products to market, opened and directed a software company, Sigma Systems, in Europe, assisted owners in raising capital from leading firms such as Morgan Stanley in New York, Cisco Systems in San Jose, Ca. and Kleiner Perkins Caufield Beyers (arguably the no. 1 VC in USA at the time with Vinod Khosla) in San Francisco.

Mark has won 2 awards in 6 years teaching in a Master’s program at Schulich Executive Education at York University. A passionate life-long learner, Mark has developed and licensed courses to both York University and University of Toronto.

Concurrent with his PhD (candidate) studies in AI, Mark is developing and teaching courses in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) with Agents. As such, Mark is well versed at Mathematics of AI with Data Science. Mark also teaches at 2 community colleges in Toronto.

Marks’ teaching approach is a focus on understanding theory and encouraging practice, practice, practice. Both enable the student to be successful at answering “new” and “unseen” questions on tests.

Marie A-P.

Marie is a French native speaker who holds a Master’s degree in Law from France. She brings a strong academic background and extensive teaching experience to her practice. During her graduate studies, she worked as an educational assistant in a French high school, where she collaborated with teachers on curriculum development and classroom preparation. This early experience provided her with a solid foundation in instructional design and student support.

Since relocating to Toronto five years ago, Marie has specialized in teaching French as a second language. She works with a diverse student population, ranging from children aged 5 to 15 to adults preparing for French language proficiency and immigration examinations. Her instructional approach emphasizes rigor, clarity, and adaptability to the needs of learners at different levels.

Marie is committed to fostering an engaging and productive learning environment. She continually informs herself on curriculum developments and new teaching techniques to ensure her lessons remain effective and current. She also places strong emphasis on maintaining open communication with parents, regularly providing feedback on student progress. Through her academic training and professional experience, Marie has developed expertise in guiding students toward linguistic proficiency and cultural understanding, equipping them with skills for both academic success and practical application.

Cascille C.

Cascille is a highly experienced tutor with over 20 years of teaching and tutoring across all subjects and grade levels. A graduate of Tulane University, she is deeply committed to the belief that every student possesses unique strengths, learning styles, and talents. Her approach centers on recognizing and nurturing these individual qualities, helping students build confidence and achieve lasting academic success.

Many of Cascille’s students have remained with her throughout their entire academic journey—starting in elementary school and continuing through college—benefiting from her one-on-one, student-focused instruction. Her dedication has not only improved academic performance but also transformed students’ overall educational experiences.

DOAA M.

Doaa is an accomplished educator holding a PhD in biomedical engineering with extensive teaching experience. Specializing in mathematics and sciences, she has connected with a diverse range of learners, adapting to varied educational contexts across Ontario and throughout Canada. Her tutoring has helped many students gain admission to highly ranked universities and excel in entrance exams for specialized programs. Additionally, she has expertise in university courses, exam preparation, as well as IB and AP tutoring. Passionate about photography, Doaa has contributed to art exhibitions. Having lived on five continents and speaking English, French, and Arabic, she has had the rare opportunity to become a compelling storyteller through both words and pictures.

Margarita J.

Margarita is a commerce student at Marianopolis College with a strong academic foundation and a passion for education. She graduated from Trafalgar School for Girls with First Class Standing with Honours, earning multiple mathematics awards for her academic excellence.

In high school, Margarita served as head of the peer mentoring program and worked as a math tutor, experiences that deepened her love for teaching and her understanding of different learning styles. For the past three summers, she has worked as both a camp counsellor and swim coach, developing strong communication skills and the ability to make learning engaging and approachable.

Margarita values building a connection with each student and tailoring her approach to meet their individual needs. She takes pride in helping students grow in confidence, master new concepts, and reach their goals

Samuelle F.

EN: Samuelle Fortin is a bilingual educator and mentor specializing in secondary and post-secondary learning. She is completing her master’s in Sociology at McGill University, where she also earned a Joint Honours B.A. in Sociology and French Literature. As a Teaching Assistant in McGill’s sociology department, she helped students synthesize and process dense course material, designed visual learning aids for neurodivergent students and those with non-linear thinking patterns, and used relational teaching to connect abstract concepts to students’ lived experiences.
Samuelle currently tutors Ukrainian university students in English through the ENGin program and mentors youth aged 16 to 21 with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Montreal. She has expertise in essay writing and exam preparation. Her lesson plans follow a structured yet adaptable framework, beginning with goal-setting and a directive approach, and moving toward independent application. Her primary aim is to foster lasting academic independence so students can confidently apply their learning in the long term.

FR : Samuelle Fortin est une éducatrice et mentore bilingue spécialisée dans l’enseignement secondaire et postsecondaire. Elle termine actuellement sa maîtrise en sociologie à l’Université McGill, où elle a également obtenu un baccalauréat spécialisé conjoint en sociologie et littérature française. En tant qu’assistante d’enseignement au département de sociologie de McGill, elle a aidé les étudiants à synthétiser et assimiler un contenu de cours dense, conçu des supports visuels d’apprentissage pour les étudiants neurodivergents et ceux ayant des modes de pensée non linéaires, et mis en œuvre une approche pédagogique relationnelle pour relier des concepts abstraits aux expériences vécues des étudiants.
Samuelle est actuellement tutrice d’anglais auprès d’étudiants universitaires ukrainiens dans le cadre du programme ENGin et mentore des jeunes âgés de 16 à 21 ans avec Grands Frères Grandes Sœurs du Grand Montréal. Elle possède une expertise en rédaction de dissertations et en préparation aux examens. Ses plans de cours suivent un cadre structuré mais adaptable, commençant par la définition d’objectifs et une approche directive, puis évoluant vers une application autonome. Son objectif principal est de favoriser une autonomie académique durable afin que les étudiants puissent appliquer leurs apprentissages avec confiance à long terme.

Dao N.

Dr. Dao N. is a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at San Diego State University. His teaching philosophy centers on cultivating student enthusiasm and motivation, which he sees as essential to academic success.

Dao earned his Ph.D. in Mathematics from Wayne State University. His research interests include optimization, control theory, and data science, and he is currently writing a book on machine learning. He’s passionate about both the theoretical and applied sides of mathematics. Outside academia, he enjoys singing, playing instruments, hiking, cooking, swimming, and spending time with friends.

Todd B.

Todd brings over 25 years of experience as a high school English teacher, working with students in grades 9–12. For the past 11 years, he has taught AP English Literature and Composition, and he currently teaches AP English Language and Composition at Grossmont High School. His dedication to student success is reflected in results—his most recent AP Literature class earned an outstanding 89.8% pass rate on the exam.

In addition to his subject expertise, Todd specializes in executive functioning support, helping students master time management, strengthen study skills, break large projects into manageable steps, use planners effectively, and prioritize assignments. These strategies not only improve academic performance but also build confidence and independence.

Known for delivering engaging and effective instruction, Todd connects with students of all backgrounds, tailoring lessons to both challenge and inspire them. He is skilled in developing clear, well-structured learning materials using Microsoft and Google tools, and he excels at managing dynamic classroom environments while maintaining consistent communication with students, parents, and colleagues.

When he’s not teaching, Todd enjoys time with his two daughters, coaching the women’s wrestling team, and helping out at Friday night football games at his school. He brings the same warmth, patience, and commitment to tutoring that he does to his own family and community.