Elias A.

Elias Allen graduated from the University of Oxford in 2017 with a BA in Politics, Philosophy and Economics. He worked as an SAT prep teacher and tutor for AP US History, AP World History, and AP Literature in DC and Maryland from 2018 to 2019. Elias served as a Peace Corps TEFL Volunteer in Kosovo from 2019-2020 and from 2022-2023, teaching English to K-12 students. In 2020 and 2021 he worked as a tutor in Oregon for elementary and middle school students, tutoring English, reading comprehension, writing, math, and coding. In 2021 Elias taught English and critical thinking skills to students in Kosovo virtually in the Peace Corps Virtual Service Pilot Program. He graduated from Columbia University with an MA in 2025. In his free time Elias enjoys playing basketball, ping pong, and tennis.

Christopher S.

Christopher S. is a teacher candidate at Western University. He completed his Bachelor of Applied Science in Chemical Engineering at the University of Waterloo. He later finished his Master of Applied Science in Chemical Engineering at the University of Waterloo where he studied the application of the CRISPR system in insect cells. Throughout his academic career, Christopher had the chance to teach many first-year engineering students where he realized that he had a passion for science communication. Christopher specializes in helping students learn math and science, and encourages students to think about how these subjects can relate to their everyday lives.

Ricky F.

Ricky is a Teacher Candidate at Western University, he previously received his B.A. Sc and M.A. Sc in Chemical Engineering from the University of Waterloo. Ricky worked as a teaching assistant in engineering, chemistry, and programming classes throughout his undergraduate and graduate career. He is passionate about helping students in their academic journeys. Ricky knew from a young age that he was interested in becoming a teacher. He was involved in the robotics team and math club in high school, which are subjects he hopes to support as a full time teacher.
Outside of teaching, Ricky continues to expand his technical skills through personal programming projects across various fields of computer science. He enjoys applying computational thinking to real-world problems and integrating technology into learning experiences. Ricky is committed to lifelong learning and looks forward to guiding students not only toward academic success but also toward developing crucial critical thinking skills.
Below are courses Ricky is able to support for engineering undergrads for Western Engineering students:
Engineering Science 1050 (Foundations of Engineering Practice)
Business Administration 1299E (Business for Engineers)
Numerical and Mathematical Methods 1411A/B (Linear Algebra with Numerical Analysis for Engineering)
Numerical and Mathematical Methods 1412A/B (Calculus for Engineers 1)
Numerical and Mathematical Methods 1414A/B (Calculus for Engineers 2)
Chemistry 1302A/B (Discovering Chemical Energetics)
Engineering Science 1021A/B (Properties of Materials in Engineering)
Engineering Science 1036A/B (Programming Fundamentals for Engineers)

Amy C.

Amy has completed her Master’s degree in Developmental Psychology at the University of Waterloo, where she published research examining children’s ability to detect cheating in probability-based outcomes. She also earned her Honours Bachelor of Science with a Minor in Biology from the University of Waterloo. Amy has extensive experience mentoring and teaching students across a wide range of ages. She has tutored Grades 7–10 Mathematics, creating tailored lessons suited to each student’s learning styles and preferences to make learning more enjoyable and effective. She has also worked as a Camp Counsellor and currently volunteers as a Sunday School teacher for the preschool class at her church, where she continues to foster cognitive and personal growth through empathy-driven interactions.

Alexander O.

ENG: Born and raised in Montreal, Alexander has firsthand experience with the Quebec curriculum. Fluent in English and French, he is most in his element tutoring high school and CEGEP students in math, physics, and music theory. Since 2018, Alexander has accrued teaching experience through peer tutoring, leading workshops in elementary and high schools, and providing online tutoring with elementary to college-aged students. Studying both classical music and pure and applied sciences at Vanier College (graduating on the dean’s honour list), he has mentored students in both disciplines. Alexander continued his studies at McGill University, where he was awarded many scholarships for academic excellence. While obtaining a bachelor’s degree in music performance, he also completed several courses in physics and minored in the German language. Though he spent much of his life pursuing music, Alexander’s first love was in math and sciences, and being related to several teachers he has always wanted to be an educator. In the fall of 2025 he returned to sciences at Concordia University, planning to complete degrees in physics and education and to teach science at the high school or CEGEP level.

FR: Né à Montréal, Alexander à de l’expérience personnelle avec le programme scolaire au Québec.Parlant couramment l’anglais et le français, il se spécialise dans le soutien scolaire auprès des étudiants au secondaire et au CEGEP. Depuis 2018, il a accumulé de l’expérience en tutorat en aidant ses camarades de classe, en s’engageant dans des ateliers avec des élèves d’école primaire et secondaire et en travaillant en ligne avec des étudiants du primaire jusqu’au CEGEP. Ayant été formé au Collège Vanier en musique et sciences naturelles, il a donc aidé des étudiants dans les deux disciplines. Alexander a poursuivi ses études à l’Université McGill, où il a accumulé plusieurs bourses pour son excellence académique. Pendant qu’il obtenait son baccalauréat en interprétation musicale, il a complété plusieurs cours de physique et a pris l’allemand comme matière seconde.Malgré qu’il se soit concentré pendant plusieurs années sur la musique, ses premières passions restent les mathématiques et les sciences. Ayant plusieurs proches qui enseignent, il a toujours voulu devenir professeur. En automne 2025, Alexander est retourné aux étudesen sciences à l’Université Concordia, visant à étudier la physique et l’éducation pour devenir enseignant au niveau secondaire ou collégial.

Mahdi A.

Not every bio starts with a name, and not every tutor teaches in the same way. Mahdi values genuineness, creativity, and a love of learning. Growing up in a family of educators, he developed an early appreciation for teaching while supporting his younger brother and friends with their studies. Mahdi completed his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering before moving to Canada, where he earned his Master’s degree in the same field. Throughout university, he discovered the joy of teaching in both one-on-one and group settings. Mahdi has a special passion for Mathematics, followed by Physics and Chemistry, though his curiosity extends to all areas of knowledge and science. In his tutoring, Mahdi focuses not on giving students the correct answers, but on teaching them how to understand questions, connect them to prior knowledge, determine where to begin solving, and verify each step along the way. He believes every student has a distinctive mind, a unique goal, and their own path to discovery. Outside of academics, Mahdi values balancing work and leisure. He enjoys exploring British Columbia through camping, skiing, hiking, and paddle boarding.

Dr. Halley W.

Dr. Halley W. is a research biochemist with over a decade of experience teaching and tutoring STEM in one-on-one and classroom settings. One of her most unique experiences included teaching biology to a classroom of incarcerated individuals at a NJ state prison. She earned her PhD in center city Philadelphia at Thomas Jefferson University and conducted postdoctoral research at Princeton University before joining the Temple community to study spinal cord injury. Halley believes a well-rounded, multidisciplinary education, fosters creative, productive, compassionate, and successful human beings. When she’s not thinking about science, Halley enjoys crocheting and going to concerts.

Muskaan T.

Hi, I’m Muskaan, a graduate student in Bioengineering at Rice University with a strong interdisciplinary foundation in bioinformatics, biology, chemistry, and mathematics. With over five years of tutoring experience, I’ve had the opportunity to guide high school, undergraduate, and graduate students through subjects such as organic chemistry, biology, genetics, calculus, biostatistics etc. My teaching philosophy centers on turning complex topics into clear, engaging lessons that connect theory to real-world applications. Beyond tutoring, my professional experience spans both academic research and clinical practice from analyzing genetic risk factors for cardiovascular disease as a Graduate Researcher at UTHealth Houston, to assisting with pain management and pediatric clinics. These experiences have strengthened my ability to bridge scientific knowledge with practical understanding, which I strive to bring into every session. I’m passionate about helping students not only master challenging material but also build lasting confidence, curiosity, and a genuine appreciation for learning.

GALLEN Q.

Gallen is an Ontario Certified high school educator who brings a rigorous and practical approach to learning. With an Honours Science degree from the University of Waterloo and a Bachelor of Education from Nipissing University, he possesses a unique ability to bridge the gap between advanced theoretical concepts and their real-world applications. Nearing half a decade of tutoring experience, he has honed a proven track record of not only improving students’ grades but also fostering a genuine, lasting understanding and appreciation for Math and Science.

Gallen’s teaching philosophy is rooted in breaking down challenging material into logical, manageable steps, ensuring students build confidence alongside competence. He is a firm believer in developing analytical and problem solving skills as it is transferable across all domains. Proven beyond the classroom, the same principles are evidenced in his personal pursuits as an avid chess player and a Top 1% North American competitor in League of Legends’ Teamfight Tactics. For his students, this means learning with a master tactician who turns academic challenges into winnable situations.

ANEESA A.

Hi! I’m Aneesa. I’m an Ontario Certified Teacher with qualifications in Biology and General Science for Grades 7–12. I have experience teaching Science across Grades 7–12 in the classroom, as well as tutoring Math up to Grade 10 and Chemistry up to Grade 12. I’m passionate about helping students build confidence in their learning and develop strategies that work best for them. Outside of teaching, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, reading, practicing yoga, and playing soccer.