SANA F.
Sana is a highly experienced educator and school leader with over 17 years of expertise in teaching and curriculum development across Cambridge and Pearson Ed excel qualifications. She brings a strong academic background and a passion for student success to her role as a tutor.
Sana holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) from Canterbury Christ Church University, UK, along with an MBA in Human Resource Management and a BS in Economics and Finance from the Institute of Business Management (IoBM), Karachi. She also holds B.Ed and M.Ed degrees from Allama Iqbal Open University.
Her professional certifications include:
Cambridge PDQ Program Leader for Educational Leadership and Teaching & Learning
CAIE Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Distinction)
Pearson Edexcel training in English as a Second Language and Economics
CAIE Senior Leaders’ Workshop on Understanding Impact
With a strong command of subjects such as English, Economics, Sociology, and Business Studies, Sana has consistently delivered excellent academic results, including a 95%+ student pass rate and regional top scores in Sociology. Her leadership roles have involved curriculum planning, mentoring educators, and leading school-wide academic improvement initiatives.
Sana is skilled in curriculum design, assessment strategies, education data analytics, and EdTech integration. She is proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Classroom, MS Teams, and other digital learning tools. Her soft skills include leadership, public speaking, strategic planning, and effective stakeholder communication.
Dedicated to fostering inclusive, engaging, and globally connected learning environments, Sana is committed to empowering students and enhancing educational outcomes through innovative and learner-centered teaching.
Robert T.
Having grown up in both Canada and Belgium, Robert is equally proficient in French and English. He holds both a Bachelor of Commerce degree and a Masters in Business Administration, both from Canada. After a managerial career with global organizations, Robert has pivoted his focus to education, focused primarily on French as a second language.
Robert is motivated to give back by sharing the language skills that have opened doors for him culturally, academically, and professionally. As a parent of French Immersion graduates, he is active in his community, including youth sport. Aside from gr 7-12 core/immersion/bilingual school French tutoring, Robert also leverages his business studies to tutor students in accounting and math. Support with French-language aspects of academic applications or test preparation is also available.
Bella K.
Bella K. is a third-year Honours Consumer Behaviour BMOS student at Western University with a strong academic record, having maintained 80%+ averages across all courses. Alongside her studies, Bella tutors fellow Western students and volunteers with the Cross Cultural Learning Centre in London, where she supports newcomers by teaching English and helping them integrate into Canadian society. She has a particular passion for marketing and consumer behaviour courses and enjoys breaking down complex concepts into clear, practical lessons that help students build confidence and achieve strong results. Bella plans to pursue law school with the long-term goal of working in human rights, reflecting her commitment to advocacy, communication, and education. Outside of academics, she enjoys travelling, going to the gym, rock climbing, practicing Cirque du Soleil–style acrobatics, and spending time with friends and family!
Sonia P.
Sonia P. is an experienced educator and academic with nearly two decades of teaching experience across higher education and tutoring environments in India and Canada. She began her academic journey in New Delhi, earning a Bachelor of Commerce from Shri Ram College of Commerce, followed by a Master of Commerce and an M.Phil. from the University of Delhi, with specialization in areas such as Financial Accounting, Statistics, Economics, and Corporate Governance.
Since relocating to Canada, Sonia continues to pursue her passion for teaching and student development. She currently teaches postgraduate courses in Financial Mathematics and Business Plan Creation at the Lawrence Kinlin School of Business, Fanshawe College. Alongside this role, she has worked closely with undergraduate students as a tutor, supporting learners at Western University in Business Math and Entrepreneurship, and currently serves as a Student Supervisor with the Thames Valley District School Board.
Sonia over 15 years of undergraduate level teaching at the University of Delhi, where she served as an Associate Professor in Commerce. In addition to classroom teaching, she has been actively involved in curriculum development, university examinations, student mentoring, and departmental leadership, including serving as Teacher-in-Charge of the Commerce Department. Her academic work is complemented by published research in peer-reviewed international journals.
Sonia believes in building strong, supportive relationships with students and tailoring instruction to individual learning needs, helping learners gain confidence, clarity, and academic success.
Michael R.
Michael is a Business and Economics educator and award- winning DECA advisor with a passion for helping students develop real-world business skills and confidence. He earned undergraduate degrees in Economics and Political Science and is completing a Master of Education in Education Technology and Instructional Design. Michael has taught numerous business and economics courses, including AP Economics, Accounting, and foundational business classes. He also founded a nationally recognized DECA chapter, growing it into one of the largest and most successful chapters in New Jersey. Under his leadership, students earned recognition at the district, state, and international levels. Michael specializes in DECA role-play preparation, written event coaching, and competition strategy, helping students strengthen their business knowledge, presentation skills, and professional mindset.
He also enjoys working with students across a range of business education concepts, including finance, marketing, and entrepreneurship. With an academic background in Economics, he particularly enjoys working with students in AP Economics, where he has experience as both a teacher and tutor. He has taught AP Economics at a high school recognized on the AP School Honor Roll in 2024 and 2025, contributing to the school’s college-readiness and AP program success. Michael believes that individualized instruction and mentorship are key to unlocking student potential and building lifelong skills. Outside of tutoring, he enjoys weight training and boxing and values the discipline and focus these activities bring to his work with students.
Zenab S.
Zenab is an Ontario Certified Teacher with over ten years of experience teaching and tutoring high school, undergraduate, and postgraduate students in Business, Economics, Finance, and related disciplines across Canada, the UAE, and India. She holds a Master of Arts in Education (Critical Policy, Equity, and Leadership Studies) from Western University, an MBA in Human Resources and Information Technology, and formal teaching qualifications in Business Studies and English. Zenab has taught in secondary schools, business institutes, and professional training environments, supporting students with coursework, exam preparation, academic writing, and applied problem-solving. Her teaching style is structured, analytical, and student-centred, with a strong emphasis on conceptual clarity, confidence building, and real-world application of knowledge. Drawing on her global experience and leadership background, Zenab builds strong learning relationships and helps students at both the high school and university levels achieve sustained academic success. Outside the classroom, she remains actively engaged in equity and leadership initiatives and enjoys mentoring students toward long-term academic and career goals.
Alanna D.
Alanna is an OCT‑certified educator and experienced tutor who brings over eight years of expertise in early childhood and elementary education to Prep Academy Tutors. With a Master of Arts in Child Study & Education (in progress at the University of Toronto) and a strong academic foundation in Early Childhood Studies, Alanna specializes in helping learners build self-confidence, independence, and a genuine love for learning.
Alanna has taught and supported students in a wide range of settings that go beyond the classroom. She excels at adapting lessons to meet diverse learning needs—whether supporting language and literacy through phonemic awareness and multimodal learning or guiding individualized math instruction and supporting students to find their voice across areas of curriculum.
Her tutoring approach is warm, relational, and highly individualized. Drawing on her background as both an educator and a former private tutor, Alanna collaborates closely with families to create customized learning plans that honor each child’s strengths, interests, and developmental needs. She uses tools such as anecdotal notes, checklists, photos, and student work samples to track progress and ensure her instruction is responsive and meaningful.
Beyond her classroom and tutoring experience, Alanna has worked extensively in enrichment settings, including STEM‑based programming, creative arts learning, and physical activity programs. She is passionate about fostering confidence, curiosity, and resilience in every learner she works with.
Alanna believes deeply in inclusive, equitable education and strives to create learning environments where every child feels seen, supported, and capable. As both an educator and former English Language Learner herself, she brings empathy, cultural responsiveness, and a strong advocacy mindset to her work.
In her free time Alanna is passionate about fitness, health and wellness. As a personal trainer she aspires to open a children’s gym for typically developing as well as neuro-divergent children in her future. Warm, patient, and deeply committed to student success, Alanna ensures that every learner she works with feels celebrated, supported, and empowered to grow
ELAINE V.
Elaine is a bilingual tutor specializing in English and French language, literature, history, and business communications. She blends subject matter expertise with client‑centered teaching to foster confidence and critical thinking. With over 15 years of experience in technical writing, governance strategy, and consulting, Elaine is recognized for her clarity, professionalism, and dedication to empowering learners through effective communication.
KATRINA S.
As a dedicated educator and instructional designer, Katrina is a certified and experienced tutor specializing in personalized in-home and online learning. With a Bachelor of Education and over two decades of experience in curriculum design and differentiated instruction, she excels at creating engaging, tailored learning experiences for students of all ages. Katrina is highly skilled in using educational technology to build a positive and supportive virtual or in-person environment where each student can thrive.
Zi W.
Zi is an OCT certified Math, Business, and Coding teacher with 5+ years of classroom and online teaching experience (ESL, Math, Canadian & Singapore Curriculum). She is passionate about helping her students build confidence, develop strong problem-solving skills, and overall enjoy the learning process. Her goal for every class is to create a safe space where her students feel encouraged, positive, and comfortable to ask any questions or raise any concerns. She loves reading and playing video games.