JACQUELINE L.

Jacqueline is an experienced tutor with a Ph.D. in Medical Biophysics from the University of Toronto. She has several years of experience tutoring Science, Math, and English to students from Grades 3 to 12, as well as high school Biology and Chemistry across both the OSSD and IB curricula. Jacqueline is passionate about teaching and helping students build confidence in their learning while developing independence in problem-solving.

An enthusiastic lifelong learner, she has studied music, French, Spanish, and German, giving her insight into the challenges of mastering new material and enabling her to teach students effective strategies for learning across disciplines. Outside of tutoring, Jacqueline is a dedicated piano teacher and piano teacher who enjoys making music and practicing languages in her spare time.

Richard F.

Richard F. is a STEM educator and, since 2023, a one-to-one learning specialist at Fusion Academy, a premier 1-to-1 private school in Malvern, PA. There, he delivers highly personalized instruction in math, science, and executive-function skills. He has extensive experience supporting neurodivergent learners, including those with dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia.

Richard holds a biotechnology degree from Rutgers University (New Brunswick, NJ), where he won multiple scholarships and earned Deans List honors. He served as a teaching assistant for Ethics in Science under Julie Fagan and as a research assistant in social psychology under Stephen Kilianski and in biochemistry under William Belden. Before entering education, Richard worked as a scientist and engineer in the pharmaceutical and biomedical sector for companies including Johnson & Johnson, Merck, Sanofi, and Penn Medicine. Richard served as the Environmental Monitoring Program Lead for UPenn’s CRISPR immunotherapy laboratories under Carl June and Bruce Levine and supported the COVID-19 vaccine emergency release at Johnson & Johnson. He also completed Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training with Lockheed Martin and served as Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the Northern New Jersey Chapter of APICS.

Outside of the classroom, Richard is an award-winning competitive powerlifter and poker player. He has competed against some of the world’s top professional poker players on internationally viewed live-stream broadcasts, including Doug Polk’s The Lodge (2022), applying performance psychology, probability-based thinking, and disciplined decision-making to his teaching approach. He also plays piano and sings, having performed internationally and at Carnegie Hall on multiple occasions with the Nutley High School music program. Richard has appeared in several amateur high school and college stage productions including The Wiz, Pirates of Penzance, and Made in the Philippines. He has also appeared as a guest musician featured on Hong Kong’s Regal Airport social media channels.

Miriam H.

Miriam is an educator with a strong academic foundation and growing experience in both English and French‑language science education. She holds a Master of Education from the University of Ottawa and a Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto, and she will begin the Professional Development Program (PDP) at Simon Fraser University this fall as she works toward becoming a certified secondary teacher in British Columbia. She has C1 proficiency in French and is preparing to teach secondary science in French Immersion, combining her scientific background with advanced language skills to support bilingual learners.
In Vancouver, Miriam has been volunteering in a Grade 9 Science classroom at a public high school, where she supports students in developing confidence, curiosity, and clear understanding of foundational scientific concepts. Working closely with learners in both English and French has strengthened her ability to explain complex ideas in accessible, engaging ways.

Jimmy L.

Todd P.

Todd P. is a highly experienced science and test preparation specialist with nearly two decades of experience in education. Since beginning his career in 2006, he has taught Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and AP Physics, helping students develop deep conceptual understanding and lasting confidence in challenging subjects.

In addition to his classroom teaching, Todd has served as a content coordinator for both Judson ISD and Houston ISD, giving him strong insight into curriculum standards, assessment design, and academic expectations across grade levels.

Todd provides expert tutoring in:

• Science: Biology (including AP Biology), Chemistry, Physics, Physical Science, Earth Science, Environmental Science (including middle school 6–8), and Genetics
• Mathematics: Algebra, Algebra II, Trigonometry, and math foundations that support science success
• College-Level Coursework: BIOL 111, BIOL 112, BIOL 213, CHEM 119
• Standardized Test Prep: ACT, PSAT/SAT, ASVAB, SSAT/ISEE, STAAR, TSI, GRE, and AP exams

He also helps students strengthen core academic and technical skills, including graphing, data interpretation, Excel, Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Google Slides, and PowerPoint — tools that are essential for modern academic success.

Families value Todd’s ability to simplify complex material, build effective test-taking strategies, and tailor instruction to each student’s learning style. His goal is not only to improve grades and test scores, but to equip students with the confidence and independent thinking skills needed for long-term success.

Outside of education, Todd enjoys art, writing, reading, and spending time outdoors.

Seema M.

Seema brings forth a wealth of teaching experience. With over 25 years of service for the TDSB and private tutoring institutions, Seema has worked with students of varying levels in both elementary and secondary capacities. Graduating from UofT with an honours specialist degree in Chemistry and French, and a Bachelor’s of Education degree from Queen’s University Seema seamlessly moves between subjects within the Ontario curriculum. In her spare time she is a freelance writer and director who has contributed articles to literary journals and produced documentary films for the National Film Board of Canada.

NEGIN A.

Negin is an educator dedicated to sparking students’ love for learning by nurturing their confidence, curiosity, and sense of self efficacy. As a junior/intermediate qualified teacher, she brings several years of experience supporting learners across multiple grade levels and subject areas through volunteering, one-on-one mentoring/tutoring, and completing practice teaching placements in diverse classroom settings. With an undergraduate background in Molecular Biology from the University of Toronto, Negin combines a strong foundation in scientific thinking with a deep commitment to student centred education. She refined her instructional practice through the Master of Teaching program at the University of Toronto’s Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE). Her patient, encouraging approach is rooted in the belief that every student thrives when they feel seen, supported, and capable. Outside of teaching, Negin enjoys reading, writing, watching movies, and sharing fun scientific facts – Did you know…that 1.3 million Earths could fit inside the Sun?

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.

Ella M.

Ella is a graduate student studying developmental neuroscience at the University of Toronto. She graduated from McGill University with a BSc in Honours Biochemistry in the spring of 2025. Through her educational career she has gained a strong knowledge of biology and chemistry, as well as science communication and research. She has years of teaching experience and is passionate about teaching fundamental studying and organizational skills that will benefit students in every aspect of life. Ella is available for online tutoring sessions and looks forward to collaborating with her students to help them succeed!

Benjamin N.

Benjamin is a retired United States Army veteran with more than 30 years of experience teaching health sciences and medical technology.

He began his professional teaching career while serving in the military, where he was selected as an Instructor for an Advanced Medical Laboratory Program. In this role, he trained and mentored students for six years before retiring from military service in Washington, D.C. and transitioning to civilian life.

Benjamin is passionate about education and takes great pride in sharing his knowledge and experience with students. His extensive background in both military and academic settings allows him to provide structured, disciplined, and engaging instruction.

He looks forward to meeting new students and helping them achieve their academic goals.