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.

John S.

John S. is a fully licensed math teacher in California with five years of experience teaching middle school mathematics. A graduate of Marist College, John began his career on the southwest side of Oahu, Hawaii, where he also dedicated his time to coaching a variety of sports. Now a sixth-grade math teacher at Albert Einstein Academies in San Diego, he is excited to bring his passion for education and mentoring to students at Prep Academies. John believes in building strong relationships with his students and their families, and he applies his coaching philosophy to the classroom to help students succeed both inside and outside of their academic pursuits.

Alexis R.

Alexis is a certified teacher who loves helping kids increase their ability to achieve goals through learning. Born in Indiana, Alexis graduated with a psychology degree from Anderson University. She went on to pursue a master’s degree in Elementary Education from Western Governors University. She has taught second grade, fifth grade math and science, and STEM specials for Fulton and Paulding County. Alexis has years of experience working with students with ADHD and can provide strategies to develop focus. Alexis believes in collaborating with teachers and consistent building toward real world application to foster achievement and growth.

Alexis has also created two successful businesses: one an early learning childcare business; the other a non-profit helping kids with cancer. In her opinion, helping children helps families who help the world. During her free time, she loves spending time with her family, volunteering in the children’s ministry and writing her first YA novel.

RAHMI C.

Rahmi C. holds a Master of Science in Environmental Applied Science and Management, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences, both from Toronto Metropolitan University. Over the past three years, he’s taught more than 15 university courses, with an emphasis on subjects like first-year chemistry, biology, physics, and calculus, as well as lab-based and senior-level biomedical sciences courses. Throughout his time as a teaching assistant, Rahmi also supported exam preparation and proctoring, giving him a deep understanding of how to help students succeed at every level.

In addition to his university experience, Rahmi has tutored students from Grades 2 to 8, focusing on small group or one-on-one settings to give each student the attention they deserve. He regularly visited students’ schools, reviewed assignments in advance, and worked directly with their teachers to better understand their strengths and areas for improvement. His goal is always to build confidence, not just comprehension.

Outside of academics, Rahmi runs an international export business, which has sharpened his communication and problem-solving skills. He brings that same attention to detail and relationship-building to his tutoring style.

When he’s not working, Rahmi enjoys volleyball, gaming, and spending time with his two cats, Machu and Pichu — named after his bucket-list destination, Machu Picchu.

Steven G.

Steven G. is a dynamic educator and data analyst with over 12 years of experience helping students and professionals master complex subjects through clear, structured, and results-driven instruction. With a background that bridges technical precision and educational insight, Steven specializes in high school and college-level math, science, and standardized test preparation, including the SAT, and AP exams.

A former high school valedictorian, National Merit Scholar, and AP test top-scorer, Steven knows firsthand what it takes to excel academically. His teaching approach is analytical, encouraging, and adaptable, equipping students not just with content knowledge, but with the confidence and strategic thinking needed to succeed in high-pressure academic environments.

Steven has tutored learners in algebra, geometry, precalculus, physics, chemistry, biology, computer science, and college-level composition, as well as coached professionals in data tools like Python, Excel, and Tableau. He understands how to meet students where they are, break down difficult concepts, and turn uncertainty into clarity.

As co-owner of Prep Academy Tutors North Austin, Steven is also deeply committed to creating a learning environment that supports families holistically. He believes that when students feel respected, challenged, and supported, they rise to meet the expectations set before them.

Outside of tutoring, Steven is an avid reader, martial arts instructor, and father of twins. Whether he’s helping a student improve their test scores or guiding them through the logic of a tricky math problem, his goal is the same: to help learners unlock their potential and carry that confidence forward in every area of life.