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!

Rebekah A.

Rebekah A. (she/they) is completing her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Villanova University. Her counseling background, combined with over a decade of experience working with children, make it easy to build strong bonds with each student that she tutors. As a counselor, Rebekah believes that the best changes happens when a student feels comfortable and safe in a learning environment, so her first priority is to cultivate a trusting relationship with each child and family. Parents appreciate her patience, kindness, and sincerity.

Rebekah’s diverse tutoring experiences make her an ideal fit for a wide range of families. Her years of experience tutoring students ages 7-22 make her perfect for families with multiple children in need of support, and Rebekah’s multidisciplinary expertise qualifies her to tutor in many subject areas, including languages, writing, math, biology, and chemistry. Most notably, Rebekah specializes in math support (4th grade-algebra 2) for students with math learning disorders (dyscalculia). She also has four years of experience as a professional writing tutor, assisting students of many ages to improve their writing in English, Spanish, and Italian.

A lifelong learner, Rebekah has always been drawn to the helping professions. As a future therapist, she values the relational aspect of tutoring, and looks forward to supporting your child on their journey towards success.

CARLY P.

Carly is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology at the University of Western Ontario. She has years of valuable experience coaching and working with children of all ages. During high school, she served as a teaching assistant in sports medicine courses, which helped her develop strong educational skills.

Passionate about science and education, Carly embodies enthusiasm, balance, and an active lifestyle. With strengths in both academics and athletics, she is known for her dependability, open-mindedness, patience, and welcoming attitude.

GRACE N.

Grace is currently a Mechanical Engineering student at the University of Calgary. She first gained teaching experience working as a children’s Karate teacher. As an instructor, Grace helped children develop confidence and focus, simultaneously learning how to keep things fun while managing high-energy personalities and difficult learning situations. Additionally, Grace built upon her experiences by tutoring high school students through peer tutoring programs. This is where she was able to strengthen her abilities in simplifying complex topics while being empathetic and encouraging. Through both her experience as a tutor, and as a student herself, Grace has learned many strategies to work with different learning styles and achieve success.

Tutoring is very meaningful to Grace, as she loves to help others learn and grow. Though currently enrolled in engineering, Grace’s love for teaching has inspired her to pursue an education degree once completing her current studies. When not busy with school, Grace likes to spend her time drawing and helping out in her community! Whether it’s helping someone solve a tricky math problem or encouraging a student to reach their full potential, Grace finds true joy in supporting others in their educational journeys!

EMMA N.

Emma graduated from the University of Windsor with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences. She is moving to Toronto this summer to start her Master’s in Translational Health Sciences at the University of Toronto. Emma started tutoring in 2020 as a summer school tutor for the Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board under the Focus On Youth Program. While with the WECDSB, she tutored students in grades 11 and 12 in math, Civics/careers, and an ESL (English as a second language) student in grade 11 English. She also gained ample experience tutoring students with learning disabilities, such as processing delays, and tutoring AP and IB courses. Emma enjoyed tutoring so much with WECDSB that she became a private tutor. Since then, she has specialized in tutoring high school and post-secondary students in math, chemistry, and biology. She tailors her lessons individually to each of her students and uses practical, real-life examples to explain concepts. Emma strives to instill the skills and confidence her students need to succeed, not just in the classroom but also in life. Emma enjoys watching anime, reading, playing video games, and spending time with friends and family in her spare time.