Raemyn C.

Raemyn graduated the Concurrent Education Program at York University and specializes in the intermediate/senior division for English and Social Sciences. Her dedication and passion for education helps her create an engaging learning environment for students of various learning styles. She is a great organizational coach and can help your child in becoming more organized and feel more confident in accomplishing their work in a timely manner. Raemyn has experience working one-on-one with students. She has worked in the PAWS Program at York University where she helped at-risk university athletes enhance their organizational skills and keep their grades up to ensure their success in both school, and their chosen sports. Raemyn also has experience working in a high school alongside a mentor teacher to gain first-hand experience within a classroom setting. In her free time Raemyn enjoys watching hockey, spending time with friends and family, and travelling.

CAVELL B.

Cavell is a highly skilled and very experienced teacher. She has her Master’s in Curriculum Design and has been an Educator for over 20 years. Cavell is very passionate about helping children succeed and find their way to discovering how they can be a successful learner.
Cavell’s expertise covers a broad range of skills and her career has been vast and full of adventure. Cavell has been from one side of Canada to the other, as a classroom teacher, an Education Consultant for the Yukon, and as an Education Coordinator here in Alberta.
Cavell’s energy for learning and building relationships with her students shines through in every conversation. Cavell’s knowledge in curriculum allows her to be able to assist in many academic areas across a broad range of ages. She welcomes early learners as well as those children in the higher grades.

AARON R.

NICK P.

Nick Patel is a math and science teacher. Nick began on his teaching path in the winter of 2002 when he began working with the Metropolitan Center for Urban Education at New York University.  He earned his BA and MS degrees from New York University with a concentration in biology, chemistry, economics, and general science, and obtained his teaching credentials in science education from Fordham University and City College of New York.  In Nick’s words, “To me, teaching fulfills a higher purpose.  Knowing that the future leaders of this world will face many coming challenges, teenagers and young adults must immediately be guided in such a way that will prepare them for the coming challenges that humanity faces.”  Nick has been actively involved in the education sector for almost fifteen years, teaching in private and public schools, and providing services to educational institutions in the greater New York City area.

JOSEPH S.

Joseph completed his PhD in History at the University Toronto. He also holds an MA in History from the University of Toronto, an MA in Archaeology from Leiden University, an MSc in Human Palaeoecology from University College London, and an Honours BA in Archaeology from the University of Toronto. Having studied at a university level or conducted academic fieldwork in nine countries, Joseph has been exposed to a wide range of teaching styles and educational approaches. He endeavours to draw upon these diverse experiences when working with his own students.

Joseph has a decade of teaching experience at the University of Toronto, where he has been employed as a course instructor, writing instructor, and teaching assistant. He has taught a variety of undergraduate History courses, and, as a writing instructor, he has worked with students from across the Faculty of Arts & Science. He also spent two years teaching in the university’s International Foundation Program, a bridging program for incoming international students who are English Language Learners. He is comfortable working with students one-on-one, leading small discussion groups, and lecturing to very large classes – but he prefers working with students individually. In addition to his post-secondary teaching, Joseph has experience as a high school supply teacher in Toronto and as an English tutor in Beijing.

Joseph’s teaching philosophy is predicated on the creation of a supportive learning environment in which students are encouraged to reflect on new ideas while developing the disciplinary skills needed for nuanced engagement with content. He is an empathetic, patient, and flexible teacher who aims to mentor as well as to instruct. His years of developing, delivering, and evaluating undergraduate university course content have given him significant insight into the challenges faced by incoming students in higher education. As a PAT tutor, he aims to prepare his students by helping them to strengthen the skills and study habits that they will need to thrive.

In his spare time, Joseph enjoys travel and reading, and he is something of a film buff. His interests include history of all flavours, entomology, martial arts, and poetry. He currently has articles forthcoming in a number of scholarly journals, and he is writing two books (one a work of culinary history and the other a novel).

Learning is a lifelong journey, and Joseph is grateful to have had many wonderful teachers, colleagues, and students as travelling companions along the way.

SAMANTHA I.

TINA D.

Tina Di Tommaso has been a highly competent math and science teacher for over 20 years. She graduated from York University with an Honours Bachelor of Science (majoring in Biology) and a Bachelor of Education with additional qualifications in special education and English as a second language. She has taught a variety of grades and levels, from grade 6 to grade 12.
Tina is passionate about teaching and making a difference for students. Along with having taught academic subjects she has also counselled students for attendance and punctuality, time management, communication, conflict resolution and study skills in her past roles in the student success department. She can meet a variety of needs and provide several learning strategies. She is known for her ability to reach students by simplifying complicated concepts.
In addition to being a full time high school teacher with the TDSB, Tina is a proud mother to a daughter and son, has a private investment business and has also completed a number of personal development courses through Landmark education.
She hopes to retire early from the TDSB and continue teaching in a tropical climate on the beach!

JESSECA B.

Jesseca has completed her Bachelor of Education degree with a focus on the Primary and Junior divisions at York University. Jesseca has a background in an Honours Biomedical Science program from which she graduated with distinction. Jesseca’s passion for teaching grew out of her time as a counsellor and head counsellor at a local summer camp. Additionally she teaches programs including STEM, public speaking, ballet and soccer at her local community centre. Through the success of the programs and watching her campers flourish, Jesseca realized that she wanted to pursue a career in education. Although she has a focus on the Primary and Junior divisions, her enthusiasm for science has brought her to tutor high school and junior division sciences. Jesseca has a passion for working with people of all ages, and enjoys baking and cooking when she has time. Although she can only make pasta for now, it’s as she says: practice makes progress

HEATHER D.

Heather graduated from McMaster University with a bachelor of honours commerce. Heather has had a life-long passion for education, and has many years of experience teaching students of all ages and personalities! While at McMaster, Heather was the Head Administrator of the First Year Orientation Program where she discovered her skill as an academic coach. She mentored many first year students, teaching skills such as note-taking and efficient studying. Her enthusiasm and energy are contagious, making her not only an effective teacher, but also a fun one. Her philosophy on teaching is that one does not create greatness in students, one uncovers it. Heather is also a trained SSAT coach, and she enjoys guiding students in preparing for this examination. Heather is trained in the Reading Mastery Program, and she enjoys working with young readers. In her spare time Heather is a ski instructor, with her background in ski racing. When not teaching, you can find Heather out on a cross country run or enjoying a book at home with her cat.

Lindsey R.