Jose M.
Jose was born in Venezuela and has lived in the United States since he was 11 years old. He was a Division I tennis student-athlete throughout college, where he earned his degree in Health Science with a pre-medical track. After college, he completed a Master’s in Biomedical Sciences before attending medical school in New York. He is currently completing a Pediatrics residency and has developed a strong passion for teaching and mentoring students.
As a former student-athlete and someone who has gone through the rigorous pre-medical and medical school pathways, he understands the challenges students face academically and the importance of finding effective study strategies. He enjoy helping students build confidence, strengthen their understanding of challenging concepts, and develop skills that they can carry throughout their academic journey.
MOLLIE C.
Mollie is an Ontario‑certified educator with qualifications in the Primary, Junior, and Intermediate divisions, as well as additional qualifications including Special Education Specialist and Kindergarten Part I. She holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Education from Laurentian University and is currently completing a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership and Policy at the University of Toronto. With over five years of classroom teaching experience in an Ontario school board across special education and kindergarten settings, Mollie has supported diverse learners through responsive, relationship‑centred instructional approaches that emphasize accessible, engaging instruction designed to build strong foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and overall learning readiness. Her tutoring practice emphasizes hands‑on, developmentally appropriate strategies that strengthen foundational literacy and numeracy skills. She incorporates multisensory reading and writing activities, guided phonics instruction, manipulatives‑based mathematics learning, and structured problem‑solving routines to help students build deep conceptual understanding and confidence. Mollie also supports learners in developing executive functioning skills, including organization, task initiation, working memory, and self‑regulation. She integrates visual schedules, step‑by‑step modelling, and individualized learning plans to help students become more independent and successful in both academic and home environments. Grounded in differentiated instruction and special education practice, Mollie brings a strengths‑based, warm, and highly individualized approach to tutoring.
Hannah H.
Hannah H. is a recent graduate of Lakehead University’s Bachelor of Education program and a certified teacher with the Ontario College of Teachers. She has experience working with students from Kindergarten through Grade 6 in a variety of classroom and learning environments.
Hannah enjoys getting to know her students and building positive relationships that help them feel comfortable, confident, and supported in their learning. She believes that every student has unique strengths and abilities and strives to create a welcoming learning environment where students feel encouraged to ask questions, take risks, and develop a love of learning. Hannah is passionate about helping students build independence while making learning meaningful, engaging, and enjoyable.
Outside of teaching, Hannah enjoys hiking, spending time outdoors, and staying active. She also has a passion for dance and is a certified dance instructor.
Talia P.
EN: Talia holds a bachelor’s degree in Cognitive Science from Queen’s University, where she graduated in 2024. She has since worked in a variety of education centres, such as Waldorf and outdoor schools, exploring different ways to help children who struggle to learn in traditional school settings.
She has over 3 years of experience tutoring and working as a teaching assistant at both elementary and high school levels. She has taught subjects such as math, science, english, french, and resume-building.
She has also spent 4 years working in neurodevelopment research, and is passionate about finding creative ways to help children with different learning styles.
She is patient and adaptable, and genuinely interested in understanding each student she works with.
FR: Talia est titulaire d’un baccalauréat en sciences cognitives de l’Université Queen’s, dont elle a obtenu son diplôme en 2024. Depuis, elle a travaillé dans divers milieux éducatifs, comme des écoles Waldorf et des écoles en plein air, où elle a exploré différentes façons d’aider les enfants qui ont de la difficulté à apprendre dans un cadre scolaire traditionnel.
Elle cumule plus de trois ans d’expérience en tutorat et comme aide- enseignante, au primaire comme au secondaire. Elle a enseigné des matières comme les mathématiques, les sciences, l’anglais, le français et la rédaction de CV.
Elle a également passé quatre ans à travailler en recherche sur le neurodéveloppement, et elle est passionnée par la recherche de moyens créatifs pour aider les enfants ayant différents styles d’apprentissage. Patiente et capable de s’adapter, elle s’intéresse sincèrement à comprendre chaque élève avec qui elle travaille.
TIFFANY V.
Tiffany V. is a dedicated and experienced Learning Specialist with more than 25 years of experience providing individualized academic instruction and support to students. She holds a Masters Degree in Literacy and CT Professional Teaching Certification in Elementary Education for grades K–6. She has certifications in Orton-Gillingham, PAF, and Wilson. Throughout her career, Tiffany has worked with students in a variety of educational settings, including Eagle Hill School, Greenwich Country Day School, Sasco River Center, Stanwich School, and Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes. Her expertise includes individualized reading and writing instruction, comprehension, vocabulary, multisensory learning, and the development of organizational and study skills. Tiffany is passionate about helping students build confidence and develop the skills they need to become successful, independent learners. She works closely with students, families, teachers, and other professionals to create individualized goals and meaningful academic support tailored to each student’s strengths and needs.
Tanya Y.
Tanya holds an Honours Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Wilfrid Laurier University and has over four years of experience tutoring and teaching students from Grades 1–12. She has taught mathematics, science, English, French, and computer science and has experience working with students with a wide range of learning styles and academic needs.
Tanya’s tutoring style is creative, interactive, and highly personalized. She believes students learn best when they are actively involved, so her sessions often go beyond traditional worksheets. She enjoys turning concepts into games, challenges, discussions, real-world examples, and hands-on activities that make learning feel more approachable and memorable. She also takes the time to understand each student’s personality, interests, and learning style so that no two sessions feel exactly the same.
Most importantly, Tanya wants her students to feel comfortable making mistakes, asking questions, and developing confidence in their own abilities. She aims to help students understand not only how to solve a problem, but why their approach works.
Outside of tutoring, Tanya enjoys listening to music, spending time with pets, watching movies, and exploring technology. She loves finding opportunities to bring students’ interests into her lessons and make learning something they can genuinely enjoy.
KEANNA R.
Keanna is a Bachelor of Education candidate at St. Mary’s University with a Bachelor of Science degree and hands-on experience supporting students from preschool through Grade 12. She has completed classroom practicums and has experience as an Early Childhood Educator and youth basketball coach, working with students across a range of ages, abilities, and developmental stages.
Through her experiences in education, Keanna has developed a strong ability to break down challenging concepts, adapt instruction to individual learning needs, and create engaging learning experiences. She understands that every student learns differently and takes the time to build positive relationships and understand each student’s strengths, interests, and areas for growth.
Keanna believes that learning should be an experience that students can feel excited and proud to be a part of. She strives to help every student discover their own strengths, build confidence, and develop a genuine enjoyment of learning. She creates a positive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and challenging themselves.
Keanna brings energy, patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for helping students reach their academic goals. She looks forward to supporting students, celebrating their progress, and helping them recognize that they are capable of more than they may initially believe.
WILLIAM A B.
William is an Alberta-certified teacher with a Bachelor of Education in Social Science from the University for Development Studies and is currently pursuing a Master of Philosophy in Human Rights, Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of Education, Winneba. He has several years of teaching experience in both Ghana and Canada and currently teaches Grade 5 in Calgary.
William has experience supporting students with different academic abilities and learning needs. His teaching approach emphasizes clear explanations, practical examples, active learning, and building students’ confidence and independence. He believes students learn best when instruction is adapted to their individual needs and when they feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes.
Throughout his teaching career, William has developed skills in lesson planning, assessment, differentiated instruction, classroom management, and communicating student progress with families. He is particularly interested in helping students strengthen their understanding of core concepts, develop effective learning habits, and become more confident in their academic abilities.
William brings a patient, supportive, and student-focused approach to tutoring. He is committed to creating positive learning experiences while helping students work toward their individual academic goals.
ABBEY J.
Abbey is an Ontario Certified Teacher with a specialization in Primary, Junior, and Intermediate grades. She completed her Master of Teaching in 2024 from the University of Toronto, and previously completed a Master of Arts from Toronto Metropolitan University and a Bachelor of Arts in English and Cultural Studies from McMaster University.
Over the past two years, Abbey was a full time Grade 7 and 8 Teacher at Toronto Prep School, and is currently an Occasional Teacher for the Toronto District School Board. Throughout her time at Toronto Prep, Abbey taught everything from Science and Technology to Dramatic Arts, incorporating universal design for learning pedagogies into her teaching. Outside of the classroom, Abbey loved running the lunchtime Book Club and coaching various sports, from Badminton to Cross Country.
Abbey firmly believes that understanding her students is fundamental to effective teaching. She invests time in building relationships to better cater to their individual needs, and to foster growth and learning.
When she is not teaching or tutoring, Abbey enjoys staying active by going to the gym or running, diving into a good book, and going to the movie theatre. She also has two (adorable) orange cats named Randy and Ralphie!
Teresa I.
Teresa Ishchuk is an Ontario Certified Teacher with a Bachelor of Education and a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biology from Queen’s University. She currently works with the Toronto Catholic District School Board and is qualified to teach Primary and Junior students. Teresa has experience supporting students from Kindergarten through Grade 8 in Math, Literacy, Science, and Social Studies.
With a strong academic background in Biology and a genuine passion for Science, Teresa enjoys helping students understand challenging concepts and develop curiosity about the world around them. Her teaching approach focuses on breaking down abstract or complex topics into smaller, manageable steps and using visual representations, hands-on activities, and real-world connections to make learning easier to understand. She believes that building a strong foundation in the basics allows students to approach more challenging concepts with greater confidence.
Through her work with Let’s Talk Science, Teresa has also led interactive science workshops that encourage curiosity, inquiry, and active participation. Teresa has extensive experience working with children through her teaching placements and several years with the City of Toronto as a Camp Coordinator, Camp Counsellor, and Sports Instructor. Outside of teaching, she enjoys playing and coaching sports, exploring science and nature, travelling, and cooking.