JOSEF S.

Josef Stetter is an Ontario educator and Assistant Curriculum Leader for Business and Co-op at Georges Vanier Secondary School, known for inclusive, real-world teaching that meets learners where they are. He holds a B.Ed. from Lakehead University and a B.A. in Economics from York University, along with wide-ranging Additional Qualifications that equip him to teach most subjects across Grades 1 through 12, including Math, Science, all Business strands, Social Sciences (world religions, philosophy, psychology), Humanities, Geography, History, English and ESL, Life and Learning Skills, Public Speaking and Debate, and French. He has taught and tutored broadly across these areas and continues to coach learners of all ages. In his current role, Josef expanded Business SHSM participation and led a large DECA cohort to regional and provincial success and had one student win the world Championship in her category beating out 25,000 students, while supervising diverse co-op placements that help students connect class to careers. Josef has lived in five countries and speaks English, French, Hebrew, and Spanish, and he makes learning lively by linking lessons to student interests such as video games, sports, photography, and travel.

Kassidy B.

Kassidy is an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) specializing in intermediate general science and senior biology courses. In 2024 she graduated from the University of Waterloo with an Honours Science Degree with a minor in medical physiology. While studying at the university she worked as a teaching assistant for first year biology courses, where she discovered her passion for helping students build confidence and achieve success in science. This experience is what inspired her to obtain her Bachelor of Education from Western University where she further developed her teaching practices and commitment to student learning. Along with qualifications in general science and biology Kassidy had a speciality area focus of Psychology of Achievement, Inclusion and Mental Health in her Bachelor of Education. She is also currently working towards additional qualifications in intermediate mathematics and special education. This educational background expands her ability to support students with a variety of learning needs.
Kassidy’s teaching philosophy is grounded in the belief that every student can succeed when provided with the right tools, encouragement, and opportunities to express their understanding in a variety of ways. She strives to create engaging and supportive learning environments that empower students to reach their full potential. Outside of teaching Kassidy has many passions, she was a competitive dancer for 15 years, she loves to read, and enjoys travelling with friends when she has the time.

HARRISON V.

Harrison is an aspiring educator currently completing his Bachelor of Education at Western University, specializing in the Primary/Junior divisions, and will be a fully certified member of the Ontario College of Teachers in January 2026. Alongside his academic training, Harrison brings years of experience competing in and coaching high-performance sports and athletics. Through these experiences, he has developed a strong ability to motivate students, foster perseverance, and support a balance between academics and extracurricular commitments. Having faced the challenges of managing school and sport himself, Harrison is deeply passionate about helping young athletes thrive in their education while pursuing their passions.
Harrison is highly skilled at building meaningful connections with his students and fostering their genuine interest in learning. Throughout his classroom experiences, he has developed a strong ability to design engaging, inclusive, and student-centred lessons that meet the diverse needs of his learners. He is passionate about inspiring curiosity and creativity through personalized instruction, integrating real-world connections and hands-on learning to make concepts engaging and relevant. Harrison has successfully supported students in language, mathematics, physical education, and inquiry-based learning, using differentiated strategies and positive reinforcement to help each child reach their potential while building their confidence.
In his spare time, he enjoys skiing, golf, photography, and exploring Canada’s beautiful landscapes always finding new ways to bring creativity, curiosity, and his unique perspectives into his teaching.

SHABANA H.

Shabana is an accomplished educator with a Bachelor’s degree in Education and holds Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) status in good standing. Her qualifications span the Primary/Junior and Intermediate divisions.
Shabana brings over 13 years of classroom experience teaching at the elementary, junior and high school level in Ontario. In addition to her extensive time in the classroom, she served for two years as a Director of Academics, where she focused on curriculum development and instructional excellence. Shabana is deeply passionate about fostering environments where every student can achieve their full potential and experience meaningful academic success.

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.

Grace B.

Grace graduated from the University of Toronto with an honors Bachelor of English and Book & Media Studies. She has worked in the education field for eight years in the downtown Toronto area, holding roles in content development, blog, website, and magazine article writing, as well as tutoring and instructing.

Grace believes adaptability and creativity are paramount to connecting with students and engaging them in their education. Getting to know each student’s personality, learning style, and goals allows her to deliver personalized lessons and meet students at their current abilities to plan a path forward together.

In her spare time, Grace enjoys reading, seeing live music, and spending time with her cat, Truffle.

JOANNA R.

Joanna is a passionate, experienced tutor who supports kids with Math and Writing skills. She has a Graduate Diploma of Teaching from the University of Otago in New Zealand, and a Honours BA in Canadian Studies (Geography and History) from Trent University. She brings her background working in outdoor education, traditional classroom teaching and summer camps to her teaching approach. She has a special touch with students who suffer from ADHD and/or executive dysfunction with much experience providing them the support they need.

Christopher S.

Christopher S. is a teacher candidate at Western University. He completed his Bachelor of Applied Science in Chemical Engineering at the University of Waterloo. He later finished his Master of Applied Science in Chemical Engineering at the University of Waterloo where he studied the application of the CRISPR system in insect cells. Throughout his academic career, Christopher had the chance to teach many first-year engineering students where he realized that he had a passion for science communication. Christopher specializes in helping students learn math and science, and encourages students to think about how these subjects can relate to their everyday lives.

Jennifer O.

Jennifer O. has over two years of experience as an Assistant Professor, teaching remotely in Calgary, Alberta, and more than twenty years of experience as an Educational Assistant in London, Ontario. She holds a Master of Education in Educational Leadership, where she published her capstone paper on inclusive education, and an undergraduate degree in Sociology.

Jennifer takes a friendly and down-to-earth approach to teaching. She loves helping students build confidence in their ideas, think critically about the world around them, and make real-life connections between learning and social issues. With a background in social justice and the social sciences, she enjoys supporting students in sociology, psychology, and related fields.

She is currently working on an educational book that combines personal stories with lessons from her work in education. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, being outdoors with her dog, cooking, and relaxing with a good show.

Ricky F.

Ricky is a Teacher Candidate at Western University, he previously received his B.A. Sc and M.A. Sc in Chemical Engineering from the University of Waterloo. Ricky worked as a teaching assistant in engineering, chemistry, and programming classes throughout his undergraduate and graduate career. He is passionate about helping students in their academic journeys. Ricky knew from a young age that he was interested in becoming a teacher. He was involved in the robotics team and math club in high school, which are subjects he hopes to support as a full time teacher.
Outside of teaching, Ricky continues to expand his technical skills through personal programming projects across various fields of computer science. He enjoys applying computational thinking to real-world problems and integrating technology into learning experiences. Ricky is committed to lifelong learning and looks forward to guiding students not only toward academic success but also toward developing crucial critical thinking skills.
Below are courses Ricky is able to support for engineering undergrads for Western Engineering students:
Engineering Science 1050 (Foundations of Engineering Practice)
Business Administration 1299E (Business for Engineers)
Numerical and Mathematical Methods 1411A/B (Linear Algebra with Numerical Analysis for Engineering)
Numerical and Mathematical Methods 1412A/B (Calculus for Engineers 1)
Numerical and Mathematical Methods 1414A/B (Calculus for Engineers 2)
Chemistry 1302A/B (Discovering Chemical Energetics)
Engineering Science 1021A/B (Properties of Materials in Engineering)
Engineering Science 1036A/B (Programming Fundamentals for Engineers)