A. Garza

Howdy! My name is Ms. Garza and I have been working in education for close to 6 years now. This is my 5th year teaching and I have experience in working with all grade levels, from pre-k to 11th grade. I am currently an AP English Language/English 1 teacher and taught middle school Social Studies for 4 years. One of my favorite things about teaching is helping students achieve that “a-ha!” moment and getting them to reach that next level in their learning. I enjoy building connections and learning more about my students, as I firmly believe that kids want to learn from people they enjoy being with. I’m looking forward to this next chapter of helping students one-on-one and to possibly working with yours!

Gurleen K.

Gurleen K. is a dedicated and knowledgeable educator with a strong academic and professional foundation in Chemistry. She has experience teaching students from grades 1-12 along with experience teaching students at Ontario College level. Her expertise lies in teaching mathematics and science (physics and chemistry).

Katherine F.

Katherine is a passionate and dedicated educator who finds true joy in helping young learners grow in confidence and ability. From a young age, she was drawn to teaching — spending summers in her mother’s classroom and discovering the fulfillment that comes from inspiring children to learn. That early spark grew into a lifelong commitment to supporting students of all learning styles and needs.

Katherine holds a Master’s degree in Literacy (B–6) and a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology from Mount Saint Mary College. She is a certified teacher in both Florida and New York, with professional experience across preschool, elementary, and special education settings. Her teaching background includes work with students in grades Pre-K through 5, where she creates engaging, hands-on lessons that connect to real-world experiences.

Katherine believes every child is capable of success when given the right tools, encouragement, and individualized support. She takes pride in creating learning environments that nurture curiosity, build confidence, and celebrate each student’s unique strengths. Whether helping a child strengthen foundational literacy and math skills or guiding students with special needs to achieve their goals, Katherine approaches every session with patience, creativity, and genuine care.
Katherine is well versed in Singapore Math, Literacy Essentials, and other literacy programs.

DANIELLE D. P.

Danielle is an OCT Certified Teacher who graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Music in Music Education from Western University in 2020, before moving to Nova Scotia to complete her Bachelor of Education at Acadia University. She has spent the past 5 years in Nova Scotia, where she taught a range of subjects including Music and Band, Health, Drama, English, and Social Studies with students in grade levels K-12.

Danielle always knew she wanted to be a teacher, but her love of teaching was solidified in her grade 12 year, when she did a co-op placement in her local elementary school. She firmly believes that building strong relationships with students is essential in order to help them to succeed. In her spare time, Danielle loves to cook, listen to music, and has been enjoying getting to know the various neighbourhoods around Toronto.

Maria D.

Dr. Maria, Ph.D., LDT-C, OG-T, is a highly experienced educator, evaluator, and learning specialist with over 18 years of service in New Jersey’s public and private schools. She earned her Doctorate in Teaching, Learning, Leadership, and Curriculum from Montclair State University, where her research explored the connection between cognitive function and learning challenges. Maria also holds dual master’s degrees in Special Education and Reading Literacy and a Bachelor’s degree in Special Education.

As a Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant (LDT-C) and independent contractor, Maria partners with multiple school districts to provide comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations, consultations, and individualized learning plans. She is a certified Orton-Gillingham Dyslexia Therapist and a Certified Clinician through the Center for Cognitive Enhancement (COGx), with advanced expertise in cognitive skills training, executive function development, and evidence-based literacy instruction.

Maria’s extensive background includes creating executive function curricula, coaching parents and teachers, and providing professional development workshops. Passionate and empathetic, she is committed to helping students reach their full potential through personalized, research-driven instruction.

Elias A.

Elias Allen graduated from the 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 graduated from Columbia University with an MA in 2025. In his free time Elias enjoys playing basketball, ping pong, and tennis.

Latoya B.

LaToya is delighted to have the opportunity to work with Prep Academy Tutors. She holds an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education and Care and is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Arts degree. With ten years of experience in education, she has served as a Kindergarten Assistant for eight years, a Second Grade Assistant, and currently works as a First Grade Assistant.

LaToya has a deep passion for working with students and is committed to identifying and addressing learning gaps to support their success. Inspired by her own children and family members’ academic journeys, she takes great pride in their accomplishments—two of her children graduated as Valedictorians in 2023 and 2025. She firmly believes that all children are capable of learning and that meeting them at their individual levels is key to fostering meaningful academic growth.

Laure B.

ENG: Laure is currently in her first undergraduate year of a Bachelor in Kindergarten and Elementary Education with a French immersion minor. She graduated from Cégep du Vieux Montréal with a degree in Social Studies, during which she had the opportunity to participate in a field experience in an Indigenous community in Mexico. She has worked at a summer camp for the past four years, where she has met various groups of kids from different backgrounds. She has a strong passion for culture, particularly in finding ways to integrate it into language teaching.

FR: Laure est actuellement en première année de baccalauréat en éducation à la maternelle et au primaire, avec une mineure en immersion française. Diplômée en sciences humaines du Cégep du Vieux-Montréal, elle a eu l’occasion de participer à un stage dans une communauté autochtone au Mexique. Elle travaille dans un camp d’été depuis quatre ans, où elle a rencontré divers groupes d’enfants de différents milieux. Passionnée par la culture, elle s’efforce de l’intégrer à l’enseignement des langues.

Amanda D.

Amanda is a dedicated teacher with a diverse background in education, counseling, and criminal justice. Amanda grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Phoenix. She spent five years working for a family law firm in Scottsdale, Arizona, gaining valuable experience in legal advocacy and client support.

Amanda’s passion for education led her to teach English as a Second Language online to children ages 4–12 in China while pursuing her Master’s in Early Elementary Education from Cabrini University.

In the fall of 2024, she returned to graduate school and is currently working toward a Master’s in Clinical Counseling and Psychology (LPC) at Chestnut Hill College.

Her professional experience includes serving as an emotional support teacher for grades 6–8 and currently as a Student Support Liaison in Montgomery County, where she assists students in developing social, emotional, and executive functioning skills to achieve their highest academic potential.

Outside of her professional life, Amanda is an avid reader, a passionate supporter of all Philadelphia sports teams, and enjoys baking sourdough bread.

Gayathri (Gaya)

Gayathri, who also goes by Gaya (guy-ah) is a first-year Teacher Candidate in the Primary/Junior division with a degree in Criminology and Justice. She has always had a passion for helping children learn and grow, which has led her to gain valuable experience in a variety of roles, including Afterschool Program Leader and daycare volunteer. These experiences have allowed her to build strong skills in classroom management, creative lesson planning, and connecting with students of all personalities and learning styles.

Gaya believes that learning should be both meaningful and enjoyable. She strives to create a supportive environment where students feel confident to ask questions, make mistakes, and celebrate their progress. Her approach blends structure with creativity, ensuring that each child not only develops their academic skills but also discovers the joy of learning along the way.

With her background in education and dedication to student success, Gaya is excited to help students reach their full potential and feel proud of what they can accomplish.