Demi J.

Demitria, known as Demi, is an OCT-certified teacher who earned her Bachelor of Science from Trent University and her Bachelor of Education from Ontario Tech University. With expertise in general science and biology, and additional qualifications in chemistry, environmental science, and intermediate mathematics, she brings both depth and versatility to her teaching.

Since beginning her tutoring journey in 2020, Demi has developed a strong passion for supporting students’ success through creative, student-centered approaches. She believes every learner can thrive with the right guidance and is committed to tailoring lessons to individual needs. Patience, rapport building, and genuine care for her students’ well-being are at the heart of her teaching philosophy.

Outside the classroom, Demi enjoys video games, role-playing games, and board games, which she values for the focus, persistence, and problem-solving skills they foster—skills she connects back to learning. She also loves drawing and crafting, finding creative outlets that reflect her visual and kinesthetic learning style.

Gray B.

Gray B. is a recent graduate of the University of Western Ontario, where she completed her Master’s of Arts in English and her Bachelor of Arts in English, Creative Writing, and Arts and Humanities. She made the Dean’s Honour List in each year of her undergraduate studies and received the University of Western Ontario Gold Medal for the highest grade in the Honours Specialization in Creative Writing and English Language and Literature in 2024. As an MA student, Gray TAed and led tutorials for both English 1027F: The Storyteller’s Art I: Introduction to Narrative and English 1028G: The Storyteller’s Art II: Introduction to Narrative: Comedy.

As a former Student Writer-in-Residence at Western and a current communications professional, Gray’s strength lies in her writing and editing skills. She is skilled at helping students develop both academic and creative works in fields such as English, Theatre, Film, Theory and Criticism, Gender, Sexuality, and Women’s Studies, and Creative Writing. A passionate teacher, Gray is always finding new ways to tailor her approaches to each student to ensure the highest level of comprehension and achievement.

Janine S.

Janine is projected to graduate Western University in May 2026 with a Major in Chemistry and a Minor in Writing Studies. Alongside years of teaching experience in the arts, she tutors students in science and math at primary, junior, intermediate, and senior levels. In 2025, Janine completed an internship with Environment and Climate Change Canada, where she worked as a laboratory technician with the National Laboratory for Environmental Testing. She plans to pursue a Masters in Science in Physical and Analytical Chemistry at Western University upon graduation. Janine believes that the most effective teaching strategies involve building relationships with her students by ensuring she is attentive to their needs and fostering a safe learning environment. Janine is able to tutor students from grades K-12.

Ryan E.

A Collier County native, Ryan holds a Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Sciences in Sociology from the University of Florida, along with minors in Disabilities in Society and Education Studies. His passion for education was sparked by the inspiring teachers in his own life, and he’s now dedicated to creating that same positive impact for his students. Ryan brings a patient, empathetic, and student-centered approach to every session. He believes in building mutual respect and making learning engaging, so that each student feels confident, supported, and excited to learn. At Prep Academy Tutors, Ryan is further developing his teaching skills with plans to transition into a full-time teaching role. In his free time, he enjoys reading, going to the beach, playing video games, and staying active through sports.

Armia F.

Armia is a graduate of the University of Toronto’s Teacher’s College with qualifications in the Intermediate and Senior Divisions, specializing in Social Sciences and Biology. He also holds additional qualifications in Teaching English Language Learners, Mathematics (Intermediate), and Junior Division teaching.

Currently in his second year with the Toronto District School Board and with over four years of tutoring experience, he supports students by first identifying their strengths and uses them to fill learning gaps and build confidence. He has worked with a wide range of learners, including those with developmental learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, and other learning challenges.

He provides practice worksheets and organized study notes that students can use when studying for quizzes and tests and completing homework. To keep students engaged, he incorporates game-based learning to consolidate understanding. He values patience and adaptability especially when working with students who may struggle with attention or focus.

Armia takes a student-centred approach, aiming to foster independence and long-term academic success. Whether your child needs academic support or enrichment, Armia is committed to helping each student reach their full potential through personalized, thoughtful instruction.

Outside of teaching, he maintains a healthy work-life balance through swimming, exercising, playing ping-pong, watching shows and movies and spending quality time with family.

Dhakshan R.

Hello! My name is Dhakshan. I am currently a Health and Physical Education teacher with the Durham District School Board. My teaching areas are intermediate math, intermediate science, and senior science. Prior to teaching with the DDSB, I worked both seasonally and full-time with the YMCA of Greater Toronto. I was a part of the team that organized and supervised 50+ summer camps. I gained many years of experience working with children and youth through recreational programs.

My teaching experience started overseas in Australia where I went to teachers college and taught grade 7,8 and 9 math, science and phys.ed at a high school in North Queensland.

I love getting to know my students both personally and their learning styles so that I can help them achieve their full potential. I look forward to working with my students so they can succeed!

When I am not teaching you can find me playing baseball, cheering on the raptors and blue jays, playing video games and enjoying all things marvel and Disney.

SUNDY L.

Sundy is a kind, compassionate and experienced French educator who is passionate about language acquisition. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in French and Environmental Studies and a Bachelor of Education, both earned through the Concurrent Education program at Queen’s University.
For the past four years, Sundy has worked as a dedicated French teacher at Holy Trinity School in Richmond Hill. Her primary focus has been teaching middle school students (Grades 6–8), but she has experience working with various age groups, cultures and backgrounds. This classroom experience is complemented by her work as an online French tutor since 2021, where she has helped numerous students improve their French grammar and speaking fluency.
Sundy’s teaching philosophy emphasizes creating a fun, relevant, and engaging learning environment. She believes in fostering a growth mindset, ensuring students feel capable and confident as they become curious language learners. She loves creating an environment where students can have fun learning a foreign language, feel safe in taking risks and making mistakes and can relate to their content.
Outside of teaching, Sundy loves drinking matcha, trying new restaurants, playing volleyball and watching reality dating shows. She hopes to inspire a love of learning and an admiration of the French language through her tutoring.

Amanda B.

Amanda has completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Literature at York University and is now beginning the Concurrent Education program to pursue her Bachelor of Education degree. She is specializing in English and Social Sciences, with a focus on working with middle and secondary school students.

Amanda understands that every child learns differently and believes tutoring should be supportive, motivating, and tailored to the individual. She takes the time to understand each student’s unique learning style, strengths, and challenges, and creates customized lessons to meet their needs. Parents can feel confident knowing Amanda combines her academic background with patience and creativity to help students build confidence, develop strong study skills, and achieve lasting success.

She is comfortable teaching all elementary and middle school subjects, and at the high school level she specializes in English, Social Sciences, and Math up to Grade 10. Her teaching style blends structure with flexibility – she uses interactive tools such as Canva, Kahoot, and Notion to make sessions engaging and enjoyable while encouraging critical thinking and independent learning.
Amanda is committed to ensuring her students not only improve their grades but also gain confidence and curiosity in their learning. A fun fact about her is that she is a classically trained ballroom dancer with 12 years of experience, and she also adores baking and cooking, often bringing creativity into her teaching.

Jordan C.

Jordan holds an MA from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA from Vassar College in Classical Studies. She has experience as a college instructor and private tutor; the subjects she’s taught include Latin, mythology, and both ancient and modern literature. She has helped her students improve as both writers and public speakers, and always provides thoughtful feedback that both encourages and recognizes the effort already shown. As an educator, she seeks both to help her students achieve their academic goals and, crucially, to find joy and confidence in the learning process itself. She believes that students learn best when they feel respected and listened to as individuals, and strives to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs. She also makes sure to always have fidget toys on hand! In her spare time, Jordan loves to read, roller skate, do jigsaw puzzles, and hang out with her cats.

Tania V.

Tania has spent the past 15+ years working with children ages 18 months to 6 years old, and nothing excites her more than helping little ones grow into confident, curious, and independent people. She brings a unique blend of psychology (B.A. from Tulane), business expertise (MBA from the Catholic University of Chile), and creativity to everything she does.

Fluent in both Spanish and English, Tania is also a certified child yoga instructor and a certified Dyslexia Advocate and Assessor. Whether she’s teaching art, yoga, Spanish, or helping kids discover the joy of reading and math, she ensures learning feels exciting, safe, and full of discovery.

Her teaching experience includes some of New Orleans’ most creative schools—Green Preschool at the Jewish Community Day School, Audubon Montessori Charter School, and University Montessori School—where she introduced children to art, language, yoga, and the beauty of nature and conservation.

At her core, Tania is thoughtful, straightforward, encouraging, and a little funny too. She believes children thrive when they are seen, supported, and inspired—and she feels fortunate to create such an environment every day.