Halle M.
Halle obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Music with a certificate in Statistics and Machine Learning from Princeton University, where she graduated with high honors. Halle was awarded multiple prizes for her senior thesis musical and a prize for outstanding work by underclassmen in musical theater. With her strong background in and passion for mathematics, she has had professional employment experience in the data analytics sector. Along with her years of tutoring experience in a variety of subjects, Halle has experience guiding and mentoring students as they approach the college application process. Halle believes strongly in the importance of developing a relationship founded on trust and respect with her students. As a high-achieving student from a rural community, Halle’s passion is providing students with the support and resources they need to succeed, just as her mentors did for her. A fun fact about Halle is that she completed a virtual internship entirely in Spanish for a non-profit organization based out of Argentina, and hopes to visit the country soon!
Lauren H.
Lauren is a native New Yorker who spent her life steeped in all the art and culture the city has to offer. She is a born educator, lifelong learner, and giant nerd who is obsessed with music, literature, history, technology, and social justice. Lauren spent her formative years dedicated to writing and visual and performing arts, and still had time to get a perfect score on the SAT. She also worked as the Vocal Director and Science Lab Instructor at a camp for gifted and talented children. While studying studio production and composition at the Conservatory of Music at SUNY Purchase she began tutoring students to prepare them for various standardized tests and subjects. Rather than attend law school, Lauren became a full-time tutor, and has been one for over 15 years. Lauren truly loves what she does, and aims for every student to become confident, intellectually curious, and passionate about learning. She believes education is holistic, enthusiasm infectious, and this is what keeps students engaged and excited to pursue their goals as they become better critical thinkers, readers, and problem solvers who are always pushing the boundaries of what is possible. In addition to tutoring and advising, she also teaches a robotics class in which elementary school children build and program their own Lego robots. Lauren’s passions include eating her way across every continent, collecting records, and curling. She has been playing the game, known as chess on ice, for 6 years, is a certified USA Curling instructor, and is also Co-Director of Education at Brooklyn Lakeside Curling Club.
Bernadette M.
Bernadette is a teacher candidate at Brock University in her second year of her Bachelor of Education Degree. She graduated from McMaster University with a Bachelor of Science and a Minor in Mathematics. At McMaster University, Bernadette worked as a teaching assistant, and was on the Dean’s Honour List. She also has over 500 hours of experience working with elementary and secondary school students from K-12 in various roles including in school tutor, teaching placements, supply teaching, private tutor, summer camp classroom assistant, and teaching assistant. Bernadette believes that every student can succeed and is dedicated to helping them reach their potential. She also enjoys working with exceptional learners and has experience differentiating teaching methods and approaches to meet all learners where they are. On her days off, Bernadette enjoys hanging out with friends, playing softball, and exploring new places. Her hobbies include painting, sewing, cooking, and gardening.
Cristina R.
Cristina is a certified teacher who loves to cook, travel, read, visit museums, and spend time exploring nature with her golden retriever, Oliver. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies and certificate in Public Policy from Hunter College. Later, she completed her Master of Arts in Teaching from Richard Gilder Graduate School at the American Museum of Natural History, where she had the privilege of taking courses from renowned scientists and pedagogical experts. She currently works at Central Park East High School where she teaches both Earth Science and AP Environmental Science. Cristina is passionate about educating the whole student; understanding that it’s essential and imperative to truly know students as people. Thus, allowing her to hone their strengths while addressing their weaknesses. Cristina focuses on relating academic content to students’ personal lives and daily experiences to foster a deeper understanding and connection to what they are learning. In addition to being a science teacher, Cristina is also a certified yoga instructor.
Umir B.
Umir is a Miami native currently pursuing a Bachelor’s of Science Degree at Florida International University, specializing in pre-dentistry. From sixth grade onwards, Umir has harbored a passion for tutoring in various subjects. During high school, he assumed leadership roles in math and science clubs, taking charge of organizing after-school tutoring sessions. Now, at the university level, Umir serves as a Learning Assistant for biology and English classes, in addition to his role as a tutor in the math lab.
Umir’s journey as a tutor commenced during high school when his voluntary assistance to fellow students caught the attention of teachers. Impressed by his dedication, they recommended Umir join after-school tutoring clubs. In university, his professors recognized his outstanding academic record and extended an invitation for him to become a paid Learning Assistant and math lab tutor. Endowed with the trust of professors, the respect of peers, and fuelled by his personal commitment to making learning enjoyable and accessible, Umir draws upon his own love for education to contribute to the success of others.
Ilene G. H.
Ilene holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from FAU and possessing Cambridge certification, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her tutoring sessions. With an extensive nineteen-year career as a middle school science teacher, Ilene has honed her ability to tailor lessons to accommodate diverse learning styles.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Ilene finds joy in her leisure activities. She is an avid fitness enthusiast, dedicating time to workouts that keep her energized and motivated. Additionally, Ilene values quality time with her son, cherishing moments spent together.
Ilene’s dedication to education and her multifaceted experiences make her an engaging and effective tutor, ready to support and guide students in their learning journeys.
Donovan E.
Hello! My name is Donovan E. and I am excited to meet you. I recently moved to Miami from Houston, TX to continue my training in medicine. Aside from tutoring, I’m looking to see if the tacos here compare to back home so I will be accepting all recommendations. When I’m not enjoying local eateries, enjoying and playing music, and studying, you can find me continuing my passion for helping young minds master their skills in Math and Science. I have a love for these subjects and I truly enjoy helping students no matter where they are in their journey. Be it aiming to raise a grade or getting over the hump to truly master one of my listed subjects, I am confident that decade-plus experience as a private tutor will prove helpful on your journey. I’m looking forward to hearing from you and working with you.
Anne W.
Anne Wells graduated from Rice University with a Bachelor of Arts in Latin American Studies, Pre-Med, and from Boston University with a Master of Science in Medical Sciences. *She is currently an MD-PhD candidate at UT Health San Antonio and is really passionate about enhancing and increasing access to STEM education for the next generation. As an undergraduate and graduate student, Anne worked as a professional tutor where she specialized in test prep (SAT, ACT, ISEE, GRE, MCAT) as well as subject tutoring (Mathematics K-12, Statistics, Calculus I/II, Spanish, English, Essay Writing). Anne also taught full time as a middle school Spanish teacher and really loved opportunities to share her passion for learning and relating challenging concepts to students’ lives and interests. *Alongside having years of tutoring experience, Anne has perfected the art time management and organizational skills, and really enjoys fostering engaging, personalized one-on-one interactive lessons. In her spare time, Anne enjoys reading, hiking, rock climbing, and spending time with her friends and family.
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Giulia B.
Giulia is an accomplished tutor with a strong academic foundation in biochemistry and genetics. Holding an undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from McGill University and a master’s degree in Genetics from the University of Toronto, she is currently in the final semester of the Master of Teaching program at OISE, specializing in high school biology and chemistry tutoring.
With over 10 years of tutoring experience, Giulia’s expertise extends beyond her academic disciplines. She has successfully tutored students in math, biology, and chemistry. Giulia’s passion lies in fostering one-on-one connections with students, prioritizing empathy to create a judgment-free learning environment. She ensures every student feels safe to ask questions, emphasizing understanding over memorization.
Giulia’s commitment to individualized attention has yielded impressive results, with some students achieving up to a 20% increase in their class averages. Her versatility in tutoring various subjects, coupled with her empathetic approach, makes Giulia an invaluable resource for students seeking support in biology, chemistry, and math.
Anna P.
Anna is currently in her second year of the master of teaching degree at OISE in the intermediate/senior division. She has completed her teacher’s college practicums in grade 10 science and grade 12 biology classrooms where she used differentiated instruction and culturally responsive pedagogy to engage a wide range of students. She completed her undergraduate degree at McMaster University where she earned an honours bachelor of science degree in biology. Anna has tutored students from elementary to high school in a range of math and science courses. In her spare time she enjoys running, playing soccer, and walking her dog Rufus.