Maxx F.

ENG: Maxx recently graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering from Concordia University, having completed three internships throughout. His participation as a karate instructor and experience tutoring a range of ages has helped structure his knack for encouraging effective learning techniques in students, tailored to their needs.
Maxx finds great importance in meeting students at their level, and helping them develop healthy study habits outside of tutoring sessions. He recognizes the value of patience and engagement in a classroom setting, and sees to it that a student’s concerns in matters of studies, stress and time management are addressed.
In addition to academics, Maxx is highly interested in topics like the process of game development, web programming/UX, snowboarding and cooking!

FR: Maxx a récemment obtenu son baccalauréat en génie logiciel de l’Université Concordia, tout en effectuant trois stages dans le processus. Sa participation en tant qu’instructeur de karaté ainsi que son expérience comme tuteur pour une gamme d’âges ont contribué à structurer son talent pour encourager des techniques d’apprentissage efficaces chez les étudiants, adaptées à leurs besoins.
Maxx attache une grande importance au fait de rencontrer les élèves à leur niveau et de les aider à développer de bonnes habitudes d’étude en dehors des séances de tutorat. Il reconnaît la valeur de la patience et de l’engagement dans une salle de classe, et veille à ce que les préoccupations des étudiants en matière d’études, de stress et de gestion du temps soient prises en compte.
Outre les études, Maxx s’intéresse beaucoup à des sujets tels que le processus de développement de jeux, la programmation web/UX, le snowboard et la cuisine!

Balthazar C.

FR:

Balthazar est titulaire d’un doctorat en mathématiques et informatique fondamentale, ainsi que de deux maîtrises — l’une en cryptographie, l’autre en didactique des mathématiques — de l’Université Paris-Saclay, en France. Il est également professeur agrégé de mathématiques, une distinction hautement sélective dans le système éducatif français.

Il possède une solide expérience de l’enseignement, tant à l’université qu’en classes préparatoires aux grandes écoles, où il a accompagné des étudiants dans des contextes académiques exigeants. Il a aussi enseigné à des élèves de niveaux variés, y compris dans un cadre de remise à niveau ou de soutien plus personnalisé.

Ses domaines de compétence vont des mathématiques du secondaire et de l’initiation à la programmation, jusqu’à des sujets universitaires plus avancés : algèbre linéaire, analyse, logique, algorithmes… Son parcours alliant mathématiques pures et appliquées lui permet de s’adapter aux objectifs et besoins de chaque élève : réussir un examen, revoir les bases ou approfondir un sujet plus complexe.

Parfaitement bilingue, Balthazar propose des cours en français ou en anglais. Il enseigne de manière claire, structurée et bienveillante, et aime accompagner ses élèves dans la construction de leur confiance et de leur autonomie.

ENG:

Balthazar holds a PhD in Mathematics and Fundamental Computer Science, as well as Master’s degrees in Cryptography and in Mathematics Education from Université Paris-Saclay, France. He is also a certified professeur agrégé, one of the most selective academic distinctions in the French national education system.

Balthazar has extensive teaching experience at the university level and in the French classes préparatoires system, which prepares students for competitive entrance exams to top engineering schools. He has also worked with students of various backgrounds and skill levels, including those seeking support in more foundational mathematics.

His areas of expertise range from high school mathematics and programming to advanced undergraduate-level topics such as linear algebra, calculus, logic, and algorithms. His academic background in both pure and applied mathematics allows him to adapt his explanations to the needs of each student—whether they aim to pass an exam, catch up on core concepts, or explore advanced topics.

Fluent in both English and French, Balthazar offers tutoring in either language. His teaching style is clear, structured, and patient, and he enjoys helping students build confidence and autonomy in their learning.

 

Liza R.

Liza earned her BA from Columbia University before earning her MS in Biomedical Sciences from Drexel University. She is currently a medical student at Drexel University College of Medicine. With a strong academic foundation and passion for learning, Liza enjoys helping students build confidence and achieve their academic goals through personalized support and effective study strategies.

Thomas R.

Thomas R. is a Ph.D. student in Electrical Engineering with a concentration in wireless communications. He holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and Electrophysics from Linköping University in Sweden, where he is originally from.

Thomas has over four years of experience as a teaching assistant at the university level, supporting instruction in various engineering courses. He has also provided tutoring in both Sweden and the United States, including after-school support while working as a youth leader. In addition to his technical and teaching background, he is fluent in spoken Spanish.

Outside of academics, Thomas enjoys spending time with his family, watching ice hockey, and staying active through ball hockey, volleyball, and

 

 

Sahil R.

Sahil is a full-time Math enthusiast and tutor. He enjoys helping middle school, high school, and college students learn Math and making each tutoring session enjoyable, interesting, and interactive!

Sahil tutors the following topics: Geometry, Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 & 2, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, and all SAT Math.

In his free time, Sahil enjoys exercising and spending time with friends and family.

He looks forward to working with you and skyrocketing your journey with Mathematics!

 

Jennifer C.

Jen graduated from the University of Maine at Farmington with a Bachelor’s Degree in secondary education mathematics, and completed a Masters Degree in Online Teaching and Learning from Concordia University. Jen taught almost every subject available in high school mathematics and for the past two years tutors students preparing to take the SAT. She taught math for about 20 years! She is passionate about helping people and making meaningful connections that promote the desire for life long learning.

Outside of class, Jen works in Real Estate and has many hobbies including running, biking, swimming, lifting weights, reading, and spending time with family and friends.

Hajrah M.

Hajrah is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry at McGill University. She has completed CEGEP in Pure and Applies Sciences as well as the High School science pathway. Hajrah has 4+ years of tutoring between the ages of 5-20.

Michael Z.

Michael A. Zaucedo graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry in 2021. He grew up in Chicago, IL and attended a boarding High school at Lake Forest Academy in 2011. Michael grew up with a deep love for Science and Mathematics and took a study abroad opportunity in Costa Rica in the summer of 2018 to study an indigenous plant called Jatoba. During the summer of 2019, he discovered his passion for teaching and working with children when completing his teaching internship at High Jump Chicago as a teaching assistant (TA) for Chemistry––through teaching, he fostered his love for Chemistry and Mathematics. In his spare time, Michael works one-on-one with students ranging from middle through High School. He encouraged and supported the improvement of their Chemistry, and Mathematics skills ranging from Algebra, Trigonometry and Calculus. As a mentor, Michael continues to develop strategies for working with students and believes that building strong relationships will grow their learning and help guide them to reach their full potential toward being a well rounded student. Michael enjoys playing sports like baseball, basketball and football, watching suspense movies, as well as spending time with his family and friends.

 

Felix C-M.

Félix a obtenu un diplôme d’études collégiales (DEC) en sciences pures et appliquées au Collège Dawson. Il poursuit ensuite des études en sciences environnementales et sociales à l’Université de Montréal. Une de ses matières de spécialité comprend les mathématiques du niveau primaire à cégep. Félix a plus de 5 ans d’expérience en tutorat et a obtenu de nombreux prix académiques durant son parcours scolaire. De plus, en 2021, Félix a suivi un cours de tutorat pédagogique de français pour maîtriser des compétences en tutorat. Il a également de l’expérience de tutorat avec des étudiants de niveau primaire à cégep en français. Félix s’intéresse beaucoup à la transition environnementale et sociale et il est impliqué dans plusieurs associations. Il aime faire de l’exercice; il court compétitivement et fait du ski de fond en hiver.

Félix earned a cégep diploma (DEC) in Pure and Applied Sciences at Dawson College. He then went on to study environmental and social science at Université de Montreal. His speciality subjects include Math and Physics covering Calculus 1, 2, 3, and Linear Algebra. Felix has over 5 years of tutoring experience and has obtained multiple academic awards in his area of speciality. Furthermore, in 2021 Felix completed a pedagogical tutoring course to master his tutoring technique. He also has experience tutoring students in Elementary-Cégep level French. Felix is deeply interested in the environmental and social transition and he is involved in several associations. He loves to exercise as he runs competitively and cross country skis during winter.

Adam B.

Adam Briesacher has a B.S. in Mathematics from Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville, and a proven track record of helping students excel in high-school mathematics. With eight years of classroom experience, Adam is an expert at guiding students through Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, and Precalculus.

Adam’s commitment to student success began in high school during his National Honor Society days, when he discovered his love for teaching. His passion for education grew while working at the Tutoring Resource Center (three years) at SIU. This experience gave Adam the opportunity to support students from all backgrounds and help them reach their full potential.

In addition to his academic pursuits, Adam enjoys the thrill of sports, the beauty of the Colorado outdoors, and the companionship of his beloved dogs, Hector (Black Lab/Border Collie) and Beau (Golden Retriever). When he’s not immersed in the “math world,” you find him exploring the mountains, cheering on his favorite teams, or enjoying quality time with friends and family.

Adam’s expertise in math, combined with his genuine enthusiasm for learning, make him an invaluable asset for any student looking to catch up, keep up, or get ahead.