LILY L.

Lily is a certified educator who holds a Master of Science in Education from Niagara University, as well as a Bachelor of Recreation & Leisure Studies with a minor in French from Brock University. After beginning her professional journey in Corporate Administration, Lily transitioned to education as a second career, driven by a deep passion for working with children and fostering a lifelong love of learning. Certified to teach Junior Kindergarten through Grade 6, she specializes in supporting students across Math, Language, History, Geography, Social Sciences, and Art. Lily believes in creating a safe, supportive learning environment where students feel confident to take risks, challenge themselves, and reach their personal learning goals. Outside the classroom, Lily stays active with cycling and barre fitness, explores amateur photography, and gives back to the community as a volunteer foster parent with the Toronto Cat Rescue—though she admits her foster cats are far better at taking naps than helping with lesson plans.

JADE A.

Jade is an aspiring elementary educator currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education at Mount Royal University with a minor in Mathematics. She has earned and maintained a Dean’s List and Honour Roll recognition and holds a diploma from SAIT specializing in New Media Production and Design. Her academic background allows her to bring both analytical and creative approaches to learning.

Jade has hands-on experience tutoring, teaching swimming, leading day camps, and supporting children in her community. She has helped students strengthen their reading skills while building confidence in their ability to learn and succeed. Through her field experience, she has supported Grades 7–9 students in Mathematics and Literacy, including learners with diverse learning needs.

Her time in the program has shown her how important it is for children to feel safe, supported, and confident in their learning. As President of the MRU Education Undergraduate Society, Jade advocates for student needs, organizes professional learning opportunities, and contributes to education committees.

Jade believes every student learns differently. Her tutoring approach emphasizes patience, encouragement, and adapting instruction to each learner. She breaks complex concepts into manageable steps while fostering confidence, independence, and effective study habits. Her goal is to make learning engaging and approachable while helping every student recognize their potential.

Zarina T.

Zarina is a K-12 educator with a Master of Teaching degree form OISE who specializes in teaching French and Drama (with a background in cinema). OCT certified with an offer of employment from TDSB with prior experiences that include working with students from kindergarten to high school in private (University of Toronto Schools) and public sectors (Dixon Grove and Islington JMS), as well as specialized schools (Central Technical School and Etobicoke School of the Arts). She is ESL qualified and has most recently worked with MWS Camps teaching international students from around the world (7-17 years old) English. As an immigrant from Uzbekistan, she is trilingual in Russian, English , and French (with experiences working in core and immersion classes). Has two published research articles in student journals at UofT (Caméra Stylo and Hardwire Journal) and has privately taught essay writing in the past. Has successfully passed the math proficiency test and is able to tutor math up to grade 8.

Zarina T.

Zarina is a K-12 educator with a Master of Teaching degree form OISE who specializes in teaching French and Drama (with a background in cinema). OCT certified with an offer of employment from TDSB with prior experiences that include working with students from kindergarten to high school in private (University of Toronto Schools) and public sectors (Dixon Grove and Islington JMS), as well as specialized schools (Central Technical School and Etobicoke School of the Arts). She is ESL qualified and has most recently worked with MWS Camps teaching international students from around the world (7-17 years old) English. As an immigrant from Uzbekistan, she is trilingual in Russian, English , and French (with experiences working in core and immersion classes). Has two published research articles in student journals at UofT (Caméra Stylo and Hardwire Journal) and has privately taught essay writing in the past. Has successfully passed the math proficiency test and is able to tutor math up to grade 8.

Lindsay C.

Lindsay is an accomplished elementary educator with more than a decade of experience working with children in a variety of educational settings and five years as a certified public school teacher. After several successful years in the classroom, Lindsay chose to transition into private education so she could focus on providing personalized, one-on-one instruction that meets each student’s unique learning needs. She continues to serve North East ISD as a substitute teacher while dedicating her primary professional focus to tutoring students across the San Antonio area. Lindsay earned her degree in Education from Texas State University, graduating with honors while also completing double minors in Psychology and Music. During her time as a classroom teacher in North East ISD, she taught fourth and fifth grade and was recognized by the Texas Education Agency as being among the top 33% of teachers in the state for student academic growth and performance. Throughout her career, she has worked with students ranging from infants to college-age learners, giving her a broad understanding of child development, learning styles, and effective instructional strategies. She specializes in elementary education (K–5 all subjects), reading, writing, English Language Arts, social studies, STAAR preparation, handwriting, spelling, and test-taking strategies. Lindsay has extensive experience supporting English Language Learners, gifted and talented students, and students receiving special education services. She has also taught inclusion classrooms, monitored individualized education plans, and adapted instruction to meet a wide variety of learning needs. In addition to classroom teaching, Lindsay develops educational curriculum and instructional resources used by teachers across the country. Through her curriculum design work, she creates engaging lessons, digital resources, and classroom activities that help students learn in meaningful and interactive ways. Families appreciate Lindsay’s energetic, organized, and encouraging teaching style. She believes every child is capable of success when instruction is tailored to their individual strengths, and she enjoys helping students build confidence alongside strong academic skills. Whether working with a struggling reader, preparing for STAAR assessments, or challenging an advanced learner, Lindsay creates a supportive environment where students feel motivated to learn and grow. Outside of the classroom, Lindsay enjoys reading, taking long walks with her dogs, and continuing to create educational resources that make learning engaging and enjoyable.

William M.

The first time I realized teaching was my destiny was when I was a junior at Billings Senior High School in Billings, Montana, and I was given the opportunity to direct a Saturday Night Live format talent show. I’ve been hooked ever since.

I have four higher education degrees: a Bachelor of Education from the University of Wyoming, a Master of Music (with distinction) from the New England Conservatory of Music, a second Master of Music (opera production) from the University of Washington, and a Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of Washington.

I am a big fan of teaching through open-ended questions (the Socratic Method) because it transforms learning from a one-way dissemination of information into an engaging series of questions that students use to discover the answers for themselves — which promotes the acquisition of knowledge.

When I am not teaching or tutoring, I enjoy the Colorado backcountry, especially stargazing and hiking. I also love getting lost in researching such diverse topics as marine biology, paleontology, organometallic chemistry, and science fiction.

MARY C.

With over 20 years of teaching and tutoring experience, I am a dedicated educator committed to helping students succeed and gain confidence in their abilities. I hold an Honours BA in English and am qualified to teach Junior, Intermediate, and Senior grades, with specialties in English and Visual Arts. I am also certified in Special Education and librarianship, which has strengthened my ability to support diverse learners and teach effective research and study skills. I strive to create a supportive, engaging learning environment tailored to each student’s unique strengths and needs.

Rébéka H.

Rébéka Hudon is a French Canadian, Ontario Certified Teacher currently completing a Long-Term Occasional (LTO) assignment in English at the secondary level in Ontario. She previously taught in Québec as a French Resource Teacher and secondary-level educator in Arts, Media, and Ethics, including senior Ethics courses. She has also supported English Language Learners in French-speaking school environments and taught French Core from grade 4 to grade 7 during an LTO. Rébéka is currently completing Additional Qualifications in French as a Second Language, as well as First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Studies.
Her teaching experience spans English, French, Ethics, visual arts, media arts, and contemporary studies. She has designed and facilitated a range of student projects including animation, printmaking, sculpture,language presentations, and literary analysis.
Rébéka’s professional approach emphasizes inclusive, student-centered learning environments that support creativity, critical thinking, and communication skills. She integrates interdisciplinary practices that connect language, the arts, and ethical inquiry to enhance student engagement and understanding.
As a French Canadian educator, she brings a strong passion for language learning and cultural connection to her work, and is committed to helping students build confidence in communication while fostering respect for diverse perspectives and cultures.

Michel L.

Michel is a bilingual English/French educator and working artist from London, Ontario. He has experience teaching Art, English, French, and History. He holds a TEFL certification (2023), a Fine Art Certificate and Diploma from Fanshawe College (2018/2020), and a Bachelor’s degree in Studio Sculpture with a Minor in History from York University (2022). He is currently a Grade 11/12 Visual Arts Teacher at Kingsway Academy ICEAP.

Michel has 2+ years tutoring History, French, English Language Learners, and Grade 12 Visual Arts, with particular strengths in supporting ESL students and learners with ADHD. As a tutor, he connects with students at their level through adaptive, multi-approach instruction that builds confidence, accountability, and a genuine love of learning.

An active artist who has hosted pop-up galleries, exhibited in multiple shows, and served as an art director music festivals, Michel brings creativity, warmth, and a student-centered approach that helps learners thrive academically.

THEODORE F.

Theodore is a Communications and Liberal Arts instructor at Georgian College in Barrie. He came into these roles with a background in information science, academic and legal editing, and years of experience as private music instructor and committed school tutor providing remedial and enrichment support.

Theodore holds an Honours BA in Classical Studies from the University of Waterloo, a Master of Library and Information Science from Western University, and a Professional Certificate in Web Design from Humber College.

He specializes in skills that transfer across subjects, including reading comprehension, structured writing, argumentation, study habits, and test readiness. He helps students address weak organization, unclear expectations, anxiety, inconsistent practice, and gaps in fundamentals. Students learn how to generate and organize ideas, write with clarity and purpose, revise effectively, and approach texts using critical reading strategies.

At the post-secondary and adult level, Theodore also supports academic writing and communications work with an emphasis on research and scholarly presentation: finding and evaluating sources, integrating evidence, and handling references, citations, formatting, and style requirements.

For parents who want to see real progress for their child, or for adults who want serious academic guidance or preparation for assessments, Theodore is an excellent choice.