PATRICK L.

Patrick holds a Master’s degree in Education and brings over 15 years of experience as a dedicated and results-oriented educator. He has a strong track record of success in teaching and tutoring Mathematics, Sciences, Biology, and Chemistry across a range of grade levels. Throughout his career, Patrick has remained passionate about promoting academic excellence and nurturing students’ confidence in their learning abilities. His teaching approach is student-centered, focused on creating a supportive and engaging environment tailored to individual needs, while encouraging curiosity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning.

MIA B.

Mia holds a Bachelor of Health Science with a major in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Calgary and is currently pursuing her Master of Teaching, specializing in Grade 7-12 science. Mia has worked as an educational assistant and tutor, supporting students across subjects including math, physics, chemistry, biology, and social studies, bringing both subject expertise and a compassionate approach to her work. Her teaching philosophy is rooted in building genuine relationships and creating inclusive spaces where students feel safe to ask questions, make mistakes, and grow with confidence. Her goal is to not only improve academic performance, but to spark curiosity and make learning a fun and enjoyable experience!

Mia’s passion for teaching and mentorship extends beyond the classroom: she has served as a youth leader at her church, high school track and field coach, and residence life leader.

In her free time, you can find Mia playing beach volleyball, hiking in the mountains, or singing karaoke at Korean BBQ with her friends!

NATAN S.

Hi, I’m Natan! I have a degree in Neuroscience and years of experience working with children in both educational and recreational settings. I bring a positive attitude and a lot of patience to my work, always aiming to make learning engaging and tailored to each student. I firmly believe that smarts only get you so far, everyone eventually reaches a point where intuition alone isn’t enough. That’s where effort, strategy, and personalization make all the difference. I’m here to help students build confidence, develop effective study habits, and push past those limits.

Adriana M-R.

Adriana is a trained bioengineering scientist with a passion for STEM education. She has over six years of tutoring experience, working with students from Pre-K through high school in subjects including biology, chemistry, algebra, and pre-calculus. As a native Spanish speaker, she also has experience tutoring and supporting students with Spanish speaking and writing assignments. Adriana brings a positive attitude, patience, and a personal approach to each tutoring session, always striving to connect with her students to maximize learning and engagement.

Chris E.

Chris E. has always had a strong passion for the hard sciences. After graduating high school he attended the University of Colorado – Boulder and graduated with a BA in Evolutionary Biology. After completing this degree, he worked in a biology research lab at the University of Colorado – Anschutz medical campus where he helped publish several papers. He is currently a graduate student at UTSA in the Biotechnology program and will graduate with an MS Fall of 2025.

Chris has formally and informally tutored his peers and other students throughout his entire academic career. He takes great pride in being able to resonate with others on their level, and firmly believes that anyone can learn even the most advanced scientific concepts, all it takes is the right tutor! Chris is also an avid golfer, snowboarder, and enjoys the outdoors and all that nature has to offer.

Anna C.

Anna is an Ontario Certified Teacher with a Bachelor of Science from McMaster University and a Master of Teaching from the University of Toronto. She is certified in all divisions and holds qualifications in Intermediate/Senior Math, Intermediate Science, Senior Biology, and Senior Chemistry. Currently, Anna teaches with the TCDSB.

With a strong academic background and years of classroom experience, Anna is passionate about helping students reach their full potential. She creates a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel motivated to reach their goals. Anna is dedicated to fostering confidence, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in each of her students.

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

Daniel R.

Daniel is a well-rounded Educator with over ten years of classroom experience. He specializes in creating curriculum that is personalized for and relevant to each of his students. He is capable of creating structured support for a variety of subjects including ESL, Math, Science, and Computer Science. You’ll also find him an empathetic, patient, and passionate tutor. Set your goals, and Daniel will help you reach them.

Melissa F.

Melissa is a passionate educator and mentor with over five years of teaching experience, dedicated to empowering the next generation in STEM. She earned her Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Miami, where she taught university students cell biology, neuroscience, and research techniques through both lectures and hands-on lab instruction. She also mentored high school students on independent scientific projects, fostering curiosity and critical thinking at an early stage.

Prior to UM, Melissa completed her Master’s at Drexel University, where she taught materials science and led engaging engineering activities for middle school students from diverse backgrounds. She earned her BS in Biomedical Engineering from University of Florida.

Melissa has worked with students ranging from middle school to college and understands that learning is never one-size-fits-all. She meets each student where they are, helping to build confidence and deepen understanding at a pace that supports their individual growth. She thrives on problem-solving and loves the creativity students bring when learning to apply new math and science concepts. Knowing that complex assignments and tests can be challenging, she is committed to making learning approachable by breaking down tough topics into real-world, relatable examples.

Outside of research and teaching, Melissa enjoys hiking, kayaking, live concerts, and belting karaoke with loved ones. She’s excited to join Prep Academy Tutors and looks forward to making a meaningful impact on each student’s academic journey!

Robert P.

Robert has over 15 years of teaching experience in high school biology, computer science, and health sciences. He is passionate about helping students truly understand what they are learning, not just memorizing facts. Robert’s teaching style is student-centered, supportive, and highly interactive — designed to build confidence, critical thinking, and independent problem-solving skills.

Robert specializes in making complex topics simple and engaging, whether it’s AP Biology, Honors Biology, Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, or foundational programming in Python.

Over the years, he has helped hundreds of students improve their grades, master challenging concepts, and prepare for exams. Robert believes every student learns differently, so he tailors his sessions to each student’s needs, pace, and learning style.

Whether you’re aiming for a higher test score, need help with a specific topic, or just want to strengthen your skills, Robert is excited to help you succeed!