Marcus S.

EN: Marcus is a recent Master’s graduate in Chemistry and Biochemistry from Concordia University, with a focus on biology and biochemistry. He also holds an Honours BSc in Biochemistry from Bishop’s University, where he received multiple academic awards.
With over six years of university-level tutoring experience, Marcus excels at making complex scientific concepts clear and accessible. He tutors biology and chemistry at all levels, and mathematics through Secondary 5. His particular strengths are in biochemistry, molecular biology, organic chemistry, and general chemistry.
At Concordia, Marcus served for three years as a Teaching Assistant for undergraduate biochemistry courses (CHEM271 and CHEM375), leading laboratory sessions, tutorials, and grading. He was also the first student in the department selected to independently design and deliver supplemental biochemistry lectures. He created and taught a 30-lecture series, later transforming it into a 19-part educational video series now used as a long-term university learning resource.
Passionate about teaching, Marcus adapts his approach to each student’s learning style, helping students understand challenging material, build confidence, and achieve their academic goals.

FR: Marcus est récemment diplômé d’une maîtrise en chimie et en biochimie de l’Université Concordia, avec une spécialisation en biologie et en biochimie. Il détient également un baccalauréat spécialisé en biochimie de l’Université Bishop’s, où il a reçu plusieurs distinctions académiques.
Avec plus de six ans d’expérience en tutorat au niveau universitaire, Marcus excelle dans l’art de rendre les concepts scientifiques complexes clairs et accessibles. Il offre du tutorat en biologie et en chimie à tous les niveaux, ainsi qu’en mathématiques jusqu’en 5e secondaire. Ses principaux domaines d’expertise sont la biochimie, la biologie moléculaire, la chimie organique et la chimie générale.
À l’Université Concordia, Marcus a travaillé pendant trois ans comme auxiliaire d’enseignement pour des cours de biochimie de premier cycle (CHEM271 et CHEM375), où il animait des séances de laboratoire et des tutoriels, en plus de participer à la correction. Il a également été le premier étudiant du département sélectionné pour concevoir et donner de façon autonome des cours complémentaires en biochimie.
Dans ce cadre, il a créé et enseigné une série de 30 cours, qu’il a ensuite transformée en une série éducative de 19 vidéos, aujourd’hui utilisée comme ressource d’apprentissage à long terme par l’université.
Passionné par l’enseignement, Marcus adapte son approche au style d’apprentissage de chaque élève afin de l’aider à mieux comprendre les notions difficiles, à développer sa confiance et à atteindre ses objectifs scolaires.

Sydney E.

EN: Sydney is a final-year pharmacy student with a passion for science and education. Through her daily interactions with patients, she has developed strong communication skills and enjoys making complex scientific concepts easy to understand. She is committed to helping students build confidence in science while fostering effective study habits and a lifelong love of learning. Outside of her studies, Sydney enjoys running, swimming, and painting.

FR: Sydney est étudiante de pharmacie en dernière année, avec une passion pour les sciences et l’éducation. Grâce à ses interactions quotidiennes avec les patients, elle a développé de solides compétences en communication et aime rendre les concepts scientifiques complexes faciles à comprendre. Elle est dédiée à aider les élèves à avoir de la confiance en eux même en science tout en développant de bonnes habitudes d’étude. En dehors de ses études, Sydney aime la course à pied, la natation et la peinture.

Ariel L.

Ariel is a highly accomplished STEM educator with an advanced academic background and a passion for helping students succeed in challenging subjects. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science and is currently completing her Ph.D. in Molecular Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Texas at San Antonio, where her research focuses on cutting-edge topics in cancer immunology and cellular biology.

Ariel specializes in middle school, high school, and early college-level math and science, bringing both academic depth and real-world scientific experience to every session. Her areas of expertise include:

  • Mathematics: Pre-Algebra, Algebra I & II, Middle School Math, Trigonometry, Statistics, and foundational math skills
  • Science: Biology (including AP Biology), Chemistry (including AP and Organic Chemistry), Anatomy, Cell Biology, Genetics, Pathophysiology, Physical Science, and Nutrition
  • College-Level Coursework: BIOL 111, BIOL 112, BIOL 213, BICH 1, CHEM 119, CHEM 120, and OCHEM 1
  • Academic Support & Skills: Study strategies, Regents and exam prep, data interpretation, and tools such as Excel, Google Docs/Slides, and Microsoft Office

Her background also includes clinical and laboratory experience as a certified Medical Laboratory Scientist and Medical Assistant, giving her a unique ability to connect academic concepts to real-world applications in medicine and research.

In addition to her research, Ariel has experience teaching, tutoring, and mentoring students through one-on-one instruction, classroom support, and STEM outreach programs. She is especially skilled at helping students who feel overwhelmed by math and science by breaking complex material into clear, manageable steps.

Ariel believes that every student can succeed with the right structure, encouragement, and approach. She creates a supportive, judgment-free learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, building problem-solving skills, and gaining confidence. Her focus is not only on improving grades and test performance, but also on developing lasting academic habits and independent learning skills.

Families value Ariel’s rare combination of PhD-level expertise, real research experience, and a patient, approachable teaching style that makes even the most difficult STEM concepts accessible and engaging.

Beverlyn J.

Beverlyne J. is a mathematics and chemistry educator from Kenya.

As a child, Beverlyne had a strong interest in problem-solving and science, which led her to study higher math and chemistry and pursue a career in teaching and research.

She received her B.Ed. in Mathematics and Chemistry and her MS in Applied Mathematics from the University of Nairobi, in Kenya. She did her postgraduate studies at Uppsala University in Sweden.

She has taught math and chemistry at several different levels: lecturing at the University of Nairobi, serving as the head of the Mathematics Department at the Jaffery Academy (Nairobi), and working as a lecturer/tutor for private clients.

Outside the classroom, she enjoys playing badminton, conducting research in mathematical modeling, and mentoring young scholars in STEM.

Her goal is to make mathematics meaningful and accessible, and help students build the confidence and critical-thinking skills that apply outside the classroom.

Nadia M.

EN: Nadia is a dedicated Neuroscience student at McGill University with a passion for helping others excel academically. Since her first year of CEGEP, she has been passionately tutoring fellow students, finding great fulfillment in helping others succeed. Nadia is a strong advocate for the value of knowledge-sharing and believes that transmitting the skills and insights she has gained is a truly honourable pursuit. Most importantly, she is thrilled to meet you and eager to support your academic journey!

FR: Nadia est une étudiante dévouée en neurosciences à l’Université McGill et elle est passionnée par l’accompagnement des autres vers la réussite scolaire. Depuis sa première année au cégep, elle offre du tutorat avec enthousiasme à ses pairs et trouve une grande satisfaction à les aider à atteindre leurs objectifs académiques.
Nadia croit fermement à la valeur du partage des connaissances et considère que transmettre les compétences et les apprentissages qu’elle a acquis est une démarche à la fois enrichissante et honorable.
Par-dessus tout, elle a hâte de faire votre connaissance et se réjouit de vous accompagner tout au long de votre parcours scolaire!

Paul C.

Paul C. is located in Kitsilano where he is currently in the last semester of his postgraduate program for a Bachelor of Education through Vancouver Island University. Paul first attended the University of Victoria, where he obtained a BSc in Biopsychology, a derivative of neuroscience. After finishing his first degree and travelling, Paul realized his passion for education and helping others is what he valued most. His combined degree has provided the opportunity to understand a wide range of topics. He is able to tutor in Chemistry, Physics, Math, Biology, Socials and English. During university, Paul also wrote for his school’s newspaper, where he developed his writing style and grammatical skills. For the past three years, Paul has been tutoring for individuals and groups, covering a wide range of subjects and ages. From his experience, he has found his teaching philosophy isn’t static, believing every student has their own learning needs and it is the responsibility of the teacher to cater to the student’s learning styles. He notes that a combination of enactive and vicarious learning has proven most effective for a student to build confidence and understanding. A foundation of his tutoring is based on developing the transferable studying and learning skills, so the students will be able to implement their skills to other subjects and outside of the classroom. When he is not working, you can find Paul walking his dog, Frankie, playing golf with his friends, or reading a great book.

KRITIKA K.

I am an Ontario-certified teacher with 10+ years of comprehensive teaching experience.  An educator who is motivated to transform students’ academic lives by implementing successful strategies that help them develop holistically.  Over the years, I have taught international students and improvised my teaching and student assessment skills. I use an easy-to-understand vocabulary and try to involve daily life scenarios while teaching Biology and Chemistry which help the students to comprehend the concepts well. Using different audio-visual aids has helped me create an effective teaching-learning environment.

Ashley A.

Ashley Aemisegger is a full time IB Physics Teacher in NY. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Physics from Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland and a Master’s degree in secondary education from Grand Canyon University (Arizona) with a focus in STEM.

Ashley especially loves helping students understand difficult subjects. 

In addition to classroom teaching, Ashley has extensive experience tutoring high-school students in physics, calculus, and algebra, and prides herself on adjusting her instruction to meet each student’s needs. 

Growing up in the military gave Ashley a unique appreciation for different cultures and experiences. 

In her free time, Ashley loves reading fantasy books with her cat curled up on her lap.

Ali J.

EN: Ali graduated from McGill University with a degree in Biology and has since completed a Master’s in Surgical and Interventional Sciences. He is now a medical student at McGill. Ali is passionate about tutoring Math, Science, Chemistry, Physics, and Biology at various levels. He is a motivator to his students and encourages them to further their knowledge as well as their skill sets. He also loves to play soccer and basketball in his free time!

FR: Ali est diplômé en biologie de l’Université McGill et a depuis complété une maîtrise en sciences chirurgicales et interventionnelles. Il est maintenant étudiant en médecine à McGill. Ali est passionné par l’enseignement des mathématiques, des sciences, de la chimie, de la physique et de la biologie à différents niveaux. Il est une source de motivation pour ses élèves et les encourage à approfondir leurs connaissances tout en développant leurs compétences. Dans ses temps libres, il aime également jouer au soccer et au basketball.

Testimonials

“Just wanted to send a quick message letting you know that my daughter is flying through homework and tells me that Ali has ‘changed her life this week’. :)  Thanks Ali. My daughter is looking forward to the next session.” – parent, math student

Aliya R.

EN: Aliya is the administrator and a tutor at Maison d’Étude Academy. She completed her high school and pre-university studies at Lower Canada College and graduated from McGill University in 2024. With over eight years of tutoring experience, she has supported students of all ages and academic levels across a wide range of subjects.

In addition to tutoring, Aliya oversees client bookings, tutor coordination, and hiring, working closely with students, families, and tutors to ensure everything runs smoothly and that our families feel well supported. She is passionate about personalized education and helping students build confidence, strong study habits, and the skills needed for long-term academic success.

FR: Aliya est administratrice et tutrice à la Maison d’Étude Academy. Elle a suivi ses études secondaires et pré-universitaires au Lower Canada College et a obtenu son diplôme de l’université McGill en 2024. Forte de plus de huit ans d’expérience dans le domaine du soutien scolaire, elle a accompagné des élèves de tous âges et de tous niveaux scolaires dans un large éventail de matières.

En plus de son rôle de tutrice, Aliya est responsable de la gestion des inscriptions, de la coordination des tuteurs et du recrutement. Elle travaille en étroite collaboration avec les élèves, les familles et les tuteurs afin d’assurer un accompagnement de qualité et une expérience harmonieuse pour tous. Elle est passionnée par l’enseignement personnalisé et s’attache à aider les élèves à développer leur confiance en eux, de solides habitudes de travail et les compétences nécessaires à leur réussite scolaire à long terme.