Isabella M.

Isabella is a third-year medical student at the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine and a Master of Healthcare Administration candidate at Dartmouth College. She has a natural love for teaching and has tutored students of all ages, from elementary school through college. Isabella was chosen by her medical school faculty as a peer tutor, where she became known for her ability to turn complicated topics into clear, manageable steps (and sometimes even fun!). She believes learning should feel empowering, not intimidating, and focuses on helping students gain confidence as much as knowledge. When she’s not studying or tutoring, Isabella enjoys testing out new recipes, planning her wedding, and spending time with her two cats—who like to “help” by sitting on open books and laptops.

Wajd A.

Wajd is passionate about helping students succeed and currently serves as a teaching assistant at Western University in advanced Medical Science courses. Her teaching journey began in high school, where she volunteered as a kindergarten teacher assistant and a library assistant for Westmount Public School, and then proceeded to one-on-one tutor her high school peers in math and science subjects as requested by teachers. Through these experiences, Wajd has proven to many students that no goal is impossible to achieve, as long as they have the right guidance and resources. Beyond academia, Wajd thrives in leadership and community roles, as highlighted by her three-year experience as a Western International Ambassador, Peer Guide, and a librarian at Weldon. She supports multiple projects yearly, including international orientation planning. As described by many, Wajd is a social butterfly who cherishes opportunities to connect with others and can often be found in taekwondo and belly dancing classes, where she continues to build friendships and explore new passions.

Kiseme P.

Kiseme holds a Master’s in Teaching along with dual credentials as a Multiple Subject Teacher and Education Specialist. He has a gift for making learning fun and engaging, often bringing project-based activities and critical thinking into his lessons. Kiseme loves working with students of all abilities, including those in special education, and takes pride in helping each child feel confident and capable. His favorite subjects to teach are reading, writing, and math, where he focuses on building strong foundations and encouraging problem-solving in meaningful, practical ways.

Arathi C.

Arathi is a passionate and enthusiastic tutor who has immense love for the subjects, Science and Mathematics. She holds an Engineering degree in Electronics and Communication, as well as a Master’s in Human Resources and Marketing Management (MBA). She is also a dedicated reading coach with the Strong Start Reading Program, supporting early literacy development and helping children build the foundational skills needed to become confident readers. With a diverse background and a passion for empowering others, Arathi combines analytical thinking with strong interpersonal skills to make a positive impact in her community. Her love for children and the desire to share knowledge made her choose the career interest in teaching. She values lifelong learning, thrives in collaborative environments and finds immense pleasure in helping children realize their potential. Her balanced mix of determination and kindness allows her to build meaningful relationships while achieving her goals with integrity and focus. Arathi believes that a good teacher’s success is when she is appreciated and well recieved by her students.

Kat N.

ENG: Kat is a nursing student at McGill University, currently completing her final year in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. She earned her French high school diploma, graduating on the honors roll. Kat has experience tutoring younger students in grades 7 through 9, focusing on science and math within the Ontario curriculum. Through mostly self-organized after-school tutoring sessions, she supported students in working through assigned homework and guided them in preparing for unit tests and exams. She also taught English as a second language to elementary-aged children, where she designed weekly learning plans and created fun, interactive activities to help students practice and showcase their new knowledge.
In addition to her academic teaching, Kat has worked with children in other instructional contexts, most notably as a ski instructor. She taught technical skills as well as encouraged independence, responsibility, and safe decision-making on the slopes.

FR: Kat est étudiante en sciences infirmières à l’Université McGill et termine sa dernière année du baccalauréat en sciences infirmières. Elle a obtenu son diplôme d’études secondaires en français avec distinction. Kat possède de l’expérience en tutorat auprès d’élèves de la 7e à la 9e année, surtout en sciences et en mathématiques selon le curriculum Ontarien. Elle a mis en place des séances de tutorat hors les heures d’école afin de soutenir les élèves dans la réalisation de leurs devoirs et la préparation de leurs évaluations. Elle a également enseigné l’anglais comme langue seconde à des enfants du primaire, pour lesquels elle a conçu des plans d’apprentissage hebdomadaires et créé des activités ludiques et interactives afin de leur permettre de pratiquer et de mettre en valeur leurs nouvelles connaissances.
En plus de son expérience académique, Kat a travaillé avec des enfants dans d’autres contextes d’enseignement, notamment comme monitrice de ski. Elle a enseigné les techniques de base tout en encourageant l’autonomie, le sens des responsabilités et la prise de décisions sécuritaires sur les pentes.

Alexander Z.

Alex graduated from the University of California Los Angeles with a Bachelors of Science in Bioengineering. He is currently studying at the University of Pennsylvania pursuing a Masters in Bioengineering. Alex began his tutoring journey during his undergraduate years by tutoring students in upper division bioengineering courses. He also used his Mandarin skills to support many international students located in China looking to apply to US universities. After graduating from UCLA, he decided to take a few gap years to pursue his love for traveling abroad. More importantly, he began his professional tutoring career during these years as well. He worked one on one with many students ranging from high school all the way to college undergraduates, primarily helping them excel in their math and science classes. He also worked at the Princeton Review to tutor high school students on the SAT and ACT. Alex has developed a deep passion not only for supporting students academically but also for building a real relationship with students. He believes that this is the only way to understand them well enough to help push them to their fullest potential.

TASFIA A.

Tasfia is an experienced STEM tutor with over four years of tutoring experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, specializing in secondary and post-secondary mathematics and sciences. She has worked with more than 100 students across diverse curricula, including the Ontario curriculum, International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced Placement (AP), Danforth’s MaST, and Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) programs. Tasfia has extensive experience supporting students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), skillfully adapting her teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and ensure comprehensive understanding and skill mastery. She is a compassionate, friendly, and adaptive educator with a special interest in cognitive psychology who approaches learning from a trauma-informed perspective.

Meenakshi G.

Meenakshi has over five years of experience tutoring Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. She holds an Honours undergraduate degree in Biology with a Biochemistry specialization from York University and grew up in Brampton, Ontario.

Her passion for education began during university, where she volunteered as a tutor throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. She is particularly enthusiastic about Science, Biochemistry, and Physics, and hopes to pursue a career in medical research in the future.

Outside of academics, Meenakshi enjoys running and spending time with a good book.

Lisa P.

Lisa has a bachelor’s degree from The University of Pittsburgh majoring in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics. Lisa began her teaching experience very early as a tutor then an adjunct professor at a community college. After moving to Florida in 2019, Lisa obtained her teaching certification through the Florida Department of Education in Mathematics 6-12, Exceptional Student Education, Physical Education 6-12, Elementary Education and ESOL. Lisa has been employed with the Sarasota County School District since 2022 and has experience working on staff in the classroom as an ESE and mathematics teacher both in middle and high school. She currently teaches high school Mathematics at a charter school in Manatee county full time. Lisa has three children and enjoys time at the beach, tennis, skiing and reading in her spare time.

Michael B.

Michael is a third-year undergraduate student at Western University pursuing an Honours Double Major in Biochemistry and Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences. An aspiring physician with a passion for learning, he was recognized with AP Calculus and Statistics awards in 2023, scoring top marks on AP exams, and has since maintained a near-perfect 3.94 GPA. Since 2019, Michael has worked in education, serving as a teaching assistant at Spirit of Math Schools and Villanova College, as well as a private tutor. As a math and science mentor, he teaches with enthusiasm, inspiring students to approach science with curiosity and discovery. Outside academics, Michael enjoys playing the saxophone, chess, golf, and biking. In addition, Michael devotes his time to social work by volunteering and his local food bank as well as acting as the founder of the BEAM group, a student initiative targeted at providing academic mentorship to underprivileged students.