Ugonma U.

Ugonma is a Chemical Engineering student at Western University, specializing in Biochemical and Environmental Engineering. With hands-on experience in academic mentorship and student leadership, including her role as a Residence Don, she has developed strong communication and interpersonal skills while supporting students from a wide range of backgrounds. Ugonma is passionate about helping students build confidence in math, science, and problem solving, and firmly believes that every learner thrives with a personalized approach. Her engineering background sharpens her ability to break down complex concepts into clear, digestible steps, making even the trickiest topics feel approachable. When she is not tutoring, Ugonma can be found planning events, painting, or tending to her garden, proof that a great engineer always has a creative side.

Saniya N.

Saniya is a third-year Psychology and Sociology student at the University of Alberta with a strong passion for helping students build confidence and succeed academically. With experience in student mentorship, public speaking, and community engagement, Saniya brings a supportive and personalised approach to tutoring. She has worked as a Resident Assistant, where she guided and supported students in a fast-paced university environment, and has delivered educational presentations on brain health and cognition through the Brain Waves program at the University of Alberta. Saniya is particularly interested in cognitive psychology and enjoys helping students understand complex concepts by breaking them down into relatable and engaging lessons. Alongside her academic and professional experience, she is actively involved in community outreach and youth mentorship initiatives. In her spare time, Saniya enjoys reading books, playing squash, volunteering, and spending time with friends and family. She believes in creating a comfortable and encouraging learning environment that helps students reach their full potential both academically and personally.

Abhinav M.

ELLIOTT D.

Elliott is a student at McMaster University, where he is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Engineering Physics with Co-op, with minors in Nuclear Engineering and Economics. He has a cumulative GPA of 10.43 on the 12-point GPA scale (equivalent to 3.86 on the 4-point scale) after second year. He graduated from St. Michael’s Choir School (SMCS) with a 96% average, as a deeply valued member of the school community. Elliott has extensive experience teaching, counselling, and mentoring others. He was President of the SMCS Tutoring Club, where he tutored students and connected students with other tutors, and Assistant Coach to the SMCS Junior Volleyball team, where he helped to train and coach younger athletes. As a child, Elliott spent his summers in Algonquin Park at Camp Arowhon, first as a camper, then as a Leader In Training, and Camp Counsellor where he was responsible for the safety, social cohesion, and individual development of children aged 6 to 15. He also taught Archery and Rock Climbing, and acted as Section Head In Training, where he mentored and coached junior coworkers. At McMaster University, Elliott works as a Community Advisor, where he mentors first year students to support their social, mental, and academic success in their university journey.

In his free time, Elliott enjoys many hobbies. He has a deep love of music, both classical and contemporary, that he has nurtured since his elementary and high school days, where he was a member of his school’s esteemed choir. He has practiced Kempo Karate since age four and is a black belt with Horizon Martial Arts in the Beaches, and continues to enjoy climbing and archery from his time at summer camp. He is a hobby chef and loves making delicious food for his loved ones to enjoy. Elliott is guided by his deep passions – learning, nurturing others, enacting positive change in the world, and many more. Among other things, these passions have led him to voraciously consume literature and media on a variety of subjects, especially mathematics and physics, and have fueled his future career aspirations in clean energy through nuclear engineering. Elliott is an exemplary student and is comfortable tutoring in English, Biology, and Chemistry at the high school level, and Mathematics, Engineering, and Physics at both the high school and first year university levels.

Christine C.

Christine holds an Honours Bachelor of Science degree and a Bachelor of Education, and has been teaching in elementary schools for nearly seven years. She brings a wide range of classroom experience, particularly in the primary grades, while also having worked with students across all grade levels from Kindergarten to Grade 8. Additionally, Christine has a special focus on early literacy intervention and working with struggling readers on remedial reading programs. Using phonetic-based literacy programs, Christine delivers instruction in a systematic way to students who have dyslexia and other language-based learning differences. Christine is also qualified to teach Intermediate Science.

Passionate about creating meaningful connections with her students, Christine believes that learning should be engaging, supportive, and fun. She approaches teaching with a whole-child mindset, recognizing that every student is more than their academic performance. Her goal is to help students build confidence, curiosity, and a genuine love of learning in a positive environment where they feel seen and valued.

Outside of teaching, Christine enjoys spending time with her family. She is the proud mom of a one-year-old daughter and loves going on adventures with her dog, Louie.

Clara C.

Clara holds a bachelor’s degree in Biology and Medical Sciences from Western University and is eager to attend medical school in the fall of 2026. She is passionate about sharing her love of science, particularly by connecting what she teaches to real-world applications. With previous tutoring experience supporting students with learning disabilities and ADHD, she is especially skilled at adapting her teaching style to suit each student’s individual learning preferences. In her free time, you might find her training for a marathon, hiking, or reading with her goldendoodle, Rocky.

Biology, Chemistry, Intermediate Math (7-8), Intermediate Science (7-8), Physics, Senior Math (9-12), Senior Science (9-12)

ANTHONY T.

Tony is a recent graduate from Toronto Metropolitan University, where he earned an undergraduate degree in Biomedical Engineering with high honours. During his time there, he was also a varsity volleyball player and team captain, developing strong leadership, communication, and time management skills.

With over 100 hours of tutoring and mentoring experience, he is passionate about helping students build confidence and truly understanding material, not just memorizing it. He takes a patient and approachable style, tailoring his support to each student’s learning needs and goals.

Originally from Ottawa, he has been living in Toronto for the past five years while completing his studies. He is pursuing a masters in Biomedical Engineering and is excited to continue growing both academically and professionally.

Outside of tutoring, he enjoys staying active through sports and maintaining a balanced, disciplined lifestyle.

Sarah I.

With a background in science, math, and education, Sarah is an academic tutor who focuses on helping students build both understanding and confidence. She completed her Bachelor of Science at the University of Toronto and went on to earn her Master of Teaching at OISE, where she developed a practical, student-focused approach to learning. Through her tutoring, Sarah creates a supportive and low-pressure environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and working through challenges.

Sarah believes that strong learning starts with connection. She takes the time to understand how each student learns, allowing her to tailor sessions to their individual needs and goals. Whether working through difficult science or math concepts, she breaks ideas down in a clear and approachable way, while also helping students strengthen their organization, study habits, and overall confidence. Her goal is to help students feel more capable and independent in their learning.

Outside of her work, Sarah enjoys reading, cooking, playing video games, and doing arts and crafts. She values creativity and brings that same curiosity and energy into her tutoring.

April A.

Mahraeel T.

Mahraeel is an experienced tutor currently pursuing a Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering at Toronto Metropolitan University. She holds a Specialized Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Health Science from York University. She brings notable experience in tutoring high school students in various STEM subjects. Outside of her professional life, Mahraeel enjoys reading mystery novels and spending quality time with her family.