Hannah M.

Hannah defended her Ph.D. in Gender, Feminist, and Women’s Studies at York University in 2025. Her research includes girl activists, their politics, and their relationships with their mothers and mother figures. You can find some of her research and writing in Atlantis, Sex Education, The Conversation, and #Barbie and Social Media: Digital Discourses and Mattel’s Celebrity Doll. She earned her Hon. B.A. in History and Sexuality Studies from Huron University College and an MA in Gender and Sexuality Studies at Western. Beyond her teaching and research, Hannah co-founded the Open Digital Literacy and Access Network (ODLAN).

Hannah has extensive experience as a teaching assistant and course instructor in Gender Studies, Sexuality Studies, and Childhood Studies at Western, York, and Brock Universities. In addition to these content areas, she is experienced in helping undergraduate students develop foundational university skills, such as using academic libraries, assessing sources, developing thesis statements, and writing scholarly papers.

Hannah is also available to tutor general academic skills for the liberal arts for both university and high school students, including essay writing, academic research, assessing sources, developing topics and arguments, and creating thesis statements.

Hannah can also provide tutoring for the following courses at Western University:

GSWS 1020E Introduction to Gender and Women’s Studies
GSWS 1021F/G Introduction to Sexuality Studies
GSWS 1022F/G Gender, Justice, Change
GSWS 2163A/B Sex, How To: Sex Education, Its History, and Controversies

At the Ontario high school level, she can assist with courses in Social Sciences and Humanities, including:

Gender Studies (HSG3M Grade 11)
Equity, Diversity, and Social Justice (HSE3E Grade 11)
Equity and Social Justice: From Theory to Practice (HSE4M Grade 12)
Challenge and Change in Society (HSB4U Grade 12)

STEPHAN G.

Stephan is an experienced Teacher with over 25 years of experience at the elementary and high school levels. Stephan hold a Master’s Degree in Education and possesses many additional qualifications such as a Specialist qualification in Special Education.

He is fully bilingual (French and English) and has extensive teaching and tutoring experiences in both Canada and Europe.
Stephan’s fundamental approach to tutoring is based on the student’s needs and learning profile in order to create a personalized and realistic educational program for them.
Stephan can accompany students in many subjects areas like French and Social Studies at the High School Level but also in all the Elementary School Subjects. He has extensive experience teaching students how to learn and study according to their learning styles.

Stephan has always put a great emphasis on professional development to stay current with the industry’s trends and new approaches and strategies.

Ayush M.

Ayush is an Honours Arts and Business student at the University of Waterloo, majoring in Economics with a Diploma in Sustainability. He has developed a strong foundation in academic mentorship through his role as a Peer Leader for Campus Housing, where he supported students in navigating their educational goals and developing effective learning habits. With a diverse professional background that includes experience in investment management, tax accounting, and marketing, Ayush specializes in making complex, technical subjects approachable and relevant to everyday life.

His tutoring philosophy centers on building a genuine connection with his students to foster the confidence they need to succeed independently. By combining his analytical skills from the world of finance with a personalized, one-on-one approach, Ayush ensures that lessons are both engaging and results-oriented. When he isn’t helping students master new concepts, Ayush can be found strategically climbing the ranks in Clash Royale and proving that his competitive spirit and analytical mind never truly take a day off.

Shauna K.

Helping students succeed is Shauna K.’s true passion.

Shauna has been teaching, tutoring, and helping students achieve academic success for more than a decade.

A California native, Shauna has a graduate and undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences from UCSD. She also has a TESOL certificate to teach English as a foreign language, and many years of in-person and online SAT and ACT coaching — which is her specialty.

Shauna is highly skilled in helping students excel in a wide range of subjects from science and math to language arts and Spanish.

She is an expert at helping all students learn (and master) executive functioning skills such as planning, time management, study habits, and effective study techniques (how to study). She believes that the confidence gained through these skills propel students forward and lay the groundwork for lifelong success.

When Shauna is not teaching or tutoring, you will find her hiking, biking, or camping the Rockies.

Ethan S.

Ethan S. is a third-year student at the Ivey Business School. He completed his first two years in the BMOS–Finance program with a 4.0 GPA, building a strong foundation in analytical thinking and problem solving. Over the past few years, he has worked as a tutor helping high school students in math and science, focusing on adapting lessons to each student’s unique learning style and helping them build confidence in the material. This summer, Ethan will be working as a Financial Analyst at Magna International. Outside of school and tutoring, Ethan enjoys staying active at the gym, playing golf, following Formula 1, managing fantasy football, and spending time with friends and family.

Miranda D.

Miranda is a graduate student with a strong foundation in health sciences, research, and student mentorship. She earned her Bachelor of Health Sciences from Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, and was placed on the Dean’s Honour List, which recognizes undergraduate students with exceptional academic records.

In her undergraduate studies, Miranda held leadership roles as President of Chess and Health, a non-profit organization using chess to promote cognitive benefits in children and older adults, and as Co-President of the Global Society of Genetics and Genome Biology, an organization dedicated to advancing research for genetic disorders. She has also worked as a research assistant in the Walia Lab, studying how the immune system responds to gene-based treatments for cerebral creatine deficiency syndromes.

Miranda is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Neuroscience at the Robarts Research Institute in London, Ontario, focusing on blood-based biomarkers and neurotoxic protein clearance in Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease. She is a Graduate Teaching Assistant for MEDSCI 3990, a hands-on laboratory course. Miranda values building strong, supportive relationships with students and enjoys making difficult scientific concepts easier to understand. In her free time, she can be found playing tennis, attending fitness classes, and spending time with her friends and family.

NICOLE H.

Nicole H. is a graduate of the Master of Teaching program at the University of Toronto (OISE). Nicole specializes in helping elementary students build mastery and confidence in Math, English and Literacy, while also providing holistic support as a general student mentor.

Nicole believes that the best learning happens when a student feels truly understood and supported. Rather than just following a rigid lesson plan, she tailors her approach to match how each student’s mind works. She focuses on building students’ self-esteem and helping them develop “behind-the-scenes” skills like staying organized and managing their time effectively. Her goal is to create a stress-free environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, breaking down big tasks into manageable steps, and taking on new challenges.

Her background includes extensive work preparing high school students for the transition to university. By teaching advanced writing and literature, she helps students sharpen the critical thinking and communication skills they need for post-secondary success. Whether she is working with a young language learner or a senior student polishing a university-level essay, Nicole is committed to making learning an empowering and enjoyable experience for both the student and their family.

Juliana S.

Juliana is a Certified Teacher who helps elementary students understand their schoolwork and feel more confident doing it. She has several years of experience supporting children in classrooms settings, working with students with different learning needs and learning styles.

Juliana supports students in literacy, math, organization, and study skills. She has experience working with children who have Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and English Language Learners, and understands the importance of breaking concepts into clear, manageable steps so students can keep up and make progress.

Parents appreciate Juliana’s clear and structured approach. She explains concepts using simple language, checks for understanding, and gives students guided practice so they can apply what they learn independently. Her focus is on helping students understand their work, not just complete assignments.

To support learning, Juliana uses a mix of hands-on materials, visual supports, and age-appropriate technology tools. She has a strong interest in how children learn and adapts her teaching approach to match different learning styles.

Juliana values communication with families and works to create focused, well-organized learning time that helps students build skills they can use in the classroom and beyond.

Dr. Katina W.

Dr. Katina Walton views her enthusiasm for teaching as a calling and a responsibility that is driven by her commitment to student growth, equity, and excellence. Her desire to be a better teacher is fueled by the her personal experience of how effective instruction transforms lives and unlocks the potential in every learner.

She holds a Ph.D. in Literacy, Reading, Assessment, and Evaluation from Walden University, and has taught in a variety of classrooms from elementary schools to universities since 2001.

Outside of teaching, Dr. Walton finds joy in her faith, family, and community. She also enjoys encouraging others and engaging in activities that renew her spirit and strengthen her passion for education.

SAM R.

Sam is a recent graduate from the Master of Teaching program at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), University of Toronto. During his practicum placements, Sam has taught high school English for grades 9, 10, and 12, along with Philosophy, Law, and History. Essentially, Sam loves teaching everything related to reading and writing. With that being said, he also loves teaching sciences, arts and the humanities in general at different grade levels.

Sam also works at Action Potential Lab as a Science Technology Engineering Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) instructor for students ranging from ages 3 to 12 years old. This role has strengthened his adaptability to the various needs and stages of learning for every unique student.

Overall, Sam leads his lessons with flexibility and compassion to meet students where they are at and find strategies to keep growing and learning.

In addition to his recent work experience, Sam also completed his Master of Arts degree at Queen’s University in the department of History. During this time, he volunteered as a Peer Writing Assistant at the library to help undergraduate students with essays, formal reports, and general tutoring needs. Sam also worked for 5 summers as a counselor at Camp Ponacka where he taught sailing and led nature expeditions for campers ranging from ages 8 to 15.

To add a little bit more about Sam, he is very passionate about music, as he achieved his Advanced Rudiments with High Honours in music theory along with grade 7 piano certification. He also loves poetry, songwriting, yoga and meditation, visual arts, and snowboarding!