Juan S.
Dr. Juan S. graduated from the Nova Southeastern University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology. He completed a Masters and Doctorate in Education from the University of Florida. He completed his teaching internship in Houston, where he taught in a Grade 6 class. He has worked as a teacher, instructional coach, and as an Assistant Principal and Principal. In 2026, he jumped at the opportunity to offer tutoring to students that need additional assistance. He enjoys working with kids and expanding their horizons. In his spare time he likes to travel, play racquetball, and spend time with his family.
Lena H.
Lena is a certified Texas educator with a creative, student-centered approach to helping learners build confidence, strengthen academic skills, and discover how they learn best. She holds a Texas EC–12 teaching certification and brings several years of classroom experience working with students from early elementary through middle school, along with experience supporting learners with a wide variety of academic abilities, learning styles, and individual needs.
Lena graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio with a Bachelor of Arts in Art, earning a 3.81 GPA. Her university studies also reflected her broad interest in the humanities and social sciences, with coursework exploring literature, culture, history, and the ways art and storytelling reflect society. This interdisciplinary background has helped shape her ability to make subjects such as English, writing, history, geography, and social studies more engaging and relatable for students.
As a classroom educator, Lena has taught hundreds of students across elementary and middle school settings and has designed more than 75 standards-aligned lessons. Her experience includes developing curriculum, differentiating instruction, incorporating educational technology, assessing student progress, and finding creative ways to present information so students can better understand and retain it.
Lena is particularly passionate about working with students who benefit from a more individualized approach to learning. She has managed and implemented IEP accommodations for special education students and has completed additional professional training in dyslexia awareness, mental-health response, and Capturing Kids’ Hearts. She has developed a strong connection with neurodivergent students, including learners with ADHD and autism, and strives to create an environment where students feel understood, supported, and comfortable asking for help.
Lena specializes in English, English Language Arts, reading, writing, spelling, and middle school Language Arts, along with a broad range of humanities and social sciences, including U.S. History, World History, Geography, Human Geography, Social Studies, Psychology, Sociology, and Philosophy. She also supports students in AP English, AP Human Geography, AP World History, college essay writing, and introductory college-level English and Psychology.
In addition, Lena works with students on executive functioning, test-taking skills, and standardized test preparation, including English preparation for the SAT and ACT, as well as STAAR Reading and Social Studies. Her experience with organization, differentiated instruction, and individual accommodations makes her especially well suited for students who understand the material but struggle with planning, organization, task completion, or demonstrating what they know on assignments and tests.
One of Lena’s greatest strengths is her ability to approach academic material creatively. Her background in art and visual storytelling allows her to incorporate visual explanations, step-by-step modeling, and alternative ways of presenting information when traditional instruction isn’t connecting with a student. Rather than expecting every learner to process information in the same way, Lena works to discover what makes a concept “click” for each individual student.
Families appreciate Lena’s patience, creativity, and ability to build genuine connections with students. She believes students are more willing to challenge themselves when they feel safe making mistakes and know their teacher genuinely understands them. Her goal is to help students recognize their own strengths while developing the academic skills, strategies, and independence necessary for continued success.
Outside of teaching, Lena is an artist and storyteller who has had a lifelong love of comics and animation. She enjoys creating her own stories and artwork exploring underrepresented communities and themes of justice and representation. She brings that same curiosity, creativity, and appreciation for different perspectives into her work with students.
Rosie S.
Rosie is a Florida-certified educator with both a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Childhood Education from the State University of New York. With a particular passion for Mathematics, she earned a concentration in the subject during her undergraduate studies.
For the past five years, Rosie has taught in a classical education environment, giving her a strong appreciation for the structure, academic rigor, and well-rounded approach of the classical curriculum. Her teaching experience includes Mathematics, Literacy, Grammar, Reading Comprehension, and Composition. She especially enjoys helping students become confident readers and writers. She has guided them through the entire writing process and led writing workshops that resulted in the publication of three classroom books through Student Treasures Publishing.
Rosie’s experience also includes working as a Mathnasium instructor, where she worked with students from kindergarten through high school, covering mathematics from foundational skills through advanced high school math. She is also well versed in Singapore Math, a conceptual approach that emphasizes number sense, mathematical reasoning, problem-solving, and understanding why math works rather than simply memorizing formulas or procedures.
Rosie currently serves as an adjunct Algebra instructor at a local college, allowing her to continue sharing her love of Mathematics with students at the collegiate level. She has also tutored students from K-12 across a wide range of subjects. Rosie particularly enjoys working one-on-one with students and finding different ways to explain challenging concepts until they click.
Outside of teaching, Rosie loves to bake and considers herself a total movie buff!
Georgiana K.
Georgiana “Jojo” Kamau is a passionate engineering student at Louisiana State University with a strong love for STEM, mathematics, and problem-solving. As an engineering student, Georgiana understands that math and science can sometimes feel overwhelming, and she enjoys helping students turn challenging concepts into something they can understand and feel confident doing on their own.
She believes that tutoring should be more than simply getting the right answer. It should help students develop curiosity, critical-thinking skills, and the confidence to tackle problems independently. Georgiana takes a personalized approach to learning and enjoys finding creative ways to explain concepts based on how each student learns best. Her enthusiasm for STEM is contagious, and she loves showing students that math and science are not just subjects in a classroom, but tools they can use to understand and change the world around them.
Outside of tutoring and engineering, Georgiana enjoys being involved in leadership and mentoring, meeting new people, and exploring new experiences. Her favorite kind of problem is one that looks impossible at first because there is nothing better than watching a student have that “I finally get it!” moment.
Hanif M.
Hanif is a passionate MATHEMATICS educator and experienced ESL instructor with a strong academic background and a genuine love of teaching. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from the University of Dhaka and is currently pursuing a Master of Engineering in Applied Data Science at the University of Victoria.
With a strong foundation in algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, statistics, and problem-solving, Hanif brings both mathematical expertise and an analytical approach to his teaching. He also has extensive experience teaching English as a Second Language, including IELTS preparation, speaking, writing, reading, and communication skills.
Hanif’s teaching style is patient, encouraging, and interactive. He enjoys breaking challenging concepts into manageable steps and adapting his approach to each student’s individual learning needs. One of his favourite parts of teaching is seeing a student understand something that once felt difficult and gain the confidence to work independently.
Whether supporting a student in mathematics or English, Hanif brings clarity, enthusiasm, and genuine care to every lesson.
Karim E M.
Karim is a fully credentialed educator with over nine years of international teaching and tutoring experience, specializing in STEM and English from elementary through secondary levels. He holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) with UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) from the University of Sunderland, a Double Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry.
Throughout his career, Karim has served in key academic leadership roles—including Head of the Science Department at Khalil Gibran School—and has successfully guided senior students through rigorous Cambridge iGCSE and A-Level examinations. Fully bilingual in English and French, he brings extensive experience in delivering international curricula and adapting instruction to support diverse learning styles.
As a tutor, Karim integrates brain-based, cognitive learning strategies to help students demystify complex scientific and mathematical concepts. His pedagogical approach emphasizes metacognitive problem-solving, building student independence, and fostering self-efficacy. Whether working one-on-one or in specialized group programs, he creates a structured, encouraging environment designed to inspire confidence and drive measurable academic achievement.
Rachel M.
Somyata G.
Somyata is a PhD Candidate in the Faculty of Education at the University of Victoria, where her research explores interculturalism and the experiences of international students in higher education. Her academic work centres on fostering inclusive learning environments and understanding how culture and learning styles shape students’ educational experiences.
A Gold Medal recipient for academic excellence in her Master of Education program, Somyata brings more than five years of experience in educational research and student support. As a Learning Strategist at UVic’s Centre for Accessible Learning, she develops individualized learning strategies for diverse learners, including international students, ESL learners, and students with exceptionalities.
Somyata is particularly skilled in academic writing, reading, research methodology, thesis preparation, communication skills, and helping students interpret and apply academic feedback. Her experience also includes roles with UVic’s English Language Centre, Globalink Mitacs, and as an ESL Instructor, supporting students from more than 20 countries.
Fluent in English and Hindi, with intermediate proficiency in German, Somyata brings a thoughtful, collaborative, and culturally responsive approach to tutoring. She is passionate about helping students build the skills, strategies, and confidence to become more independent learners.
Outside of academics, you’ll often find Somyata behind a camera, capturing anything that catches her eye!
Yaman J.
Yaman is a Doctor of Medicine who graduated from medical school overseas and is currently taking a gap year while conducting neurology research and preparing to pursue a neurology residency. With more than 1,500 hours of teaching experience across private tutoring and educational institutions, he has taught learners from kindergarten through college and adulthood, including physicians older than himself. Passionate about teaching and public speaking from a young age, Yaman finds great purpose in helping students move from feeling overwhelmed to confidently saying, “I finally understand it, and I want to keep getting better.” He makes learning organized, engaging, and enjoyable while sharing practical, evidence-based strategies for studying, memorization, and exam preparation, including active recall, spaced repetition, targeted practice questions, and structured review. His goal is not only to help students succeed on an assignment or exam, but also to build confidence and develop study skills they can use independently for years. Outside of tutoring, Yaman enjoys playing video games, spending time with friends, and staying active through table tennis, soccer, and basketball.
Alissa C.
Alissa has her master’s degree in Education with a concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorder from Saint Francis University. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in General Education PreK–5 and Special Education PreK–12, along with a minor in Psychology and an Autism Spectrum Disorder Endorsement.
Alissa brings 4.5 years of experience as an Educational Specialist, working primarily with 2nd- and 3rd-grade students. Her academic focus has included math, writing, and structured reading instruction. She also has experience supporting students with a variety of learning differences, including dyslexia, and is experienced in working with students with disabilities and IEPs.
When Alissa is not working, she enjoys being outdoors, gardening, and spending time with her two children. She looks forward to building strong relationships with her students and their families and is committed to helping each student grow in confidence and achieve academic success.