Kamrun N.

Kamrun grew up in Ottawa before moving to Toronto to attend the University of Toronto, where she earned her Honours Bachelor of Science degree in Neuroscience and Biology. Shortly after graduating, she was offered a teaching position at a private school, sparking her passion for education. With over seven years of experience teaching Grades 3–8 in private schools across Toronto, she has a strong background in the Ontario curriculum. In addition to classroom teaching, Kamrun has provided one-on-one tutoring both in school and after school, helping students strengthen their skills, build confidence, and reach their academic goals. Kamrun’s teaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that students should grow not only academically, but also socially, emotionally, and mentally. She creates interactive, engaging lessons that foster curiosity and joy in learning, while tailoring her teaching methods to meet each student’s unique needs and learning style. Her approachable, positive nature helps students feel comfortable and confident, and her classrooms are known for being both fun and effective. Kamrun is currently a Master of Teaching candidate at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), specializing in General Science for Junior and Intermediate grades. She also holds a CELTA certification and has taught international students in the University of Toronto’s Summer Youth Program, further broadening her experience with diverse learners from around the world. Outside of teaching, Kamrun enjoys cooking, spending time in nature, and exploring new restaurants with friends.

Elyssa N.

Elyssa has a Bachelor degree in English from UofG, and her Bachelor of Education from Laurier. Elyssa has been tutoring 1:1 for about 5 years, and she started tutoring at Oxford Learning. Elyssa also became the Education Coordinator at Oxford in Woodstock. She can confidently tutor students in reading, writing, and mathematics up to Gr. 10.

SUSAN S.

Susan has happily been an educator for 20 years, teaching French and English predominantly with the York Region District School Board but also various private institutions. Susan graduated in 2008 with a Bachelor of Education from University of Toronto (OISE) including her Masters. Moreover, she has taught overseas and traveled in places like India, South Korea, South Americas and has studied in France and Quebec. Susan is dedicated to sports, fitness and dance as she has coached running clubs, dance teams and triathlons events When not teaching, Susan herself travels, competes and works in the triathlon industry which includes Iron Man, Olympic and kids events. She is also a mountaineer having climbed in South America and the USA. Susan is passionate about volunteering in the community which includes social justice and a love for animals and nature. Susan is looking forward to meeting and supporting families and learners in Toronto.

KIAYANA B.

Kiayana is a certified teacher in Alberta and holds a Bachelor of Education with minors in Social Studies and History. She has experience teaching Kindergarten, Grade 1, and Grade 6, and has also worked as a Diverse Learning Teacher. Her background includes working as a Preschool Teacher, where she focused on fine motor development, letter formation, and early phonics skills. In addition to her classroom teaching, Kiayana has worked as a Behavioural Aide supporting a student with Autism and ADHD. Through this role, she gained experience in social-emotional learning, functional language development, and Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). Kiayana is especially passionate about literacy. She has worked as a Reading Instructor for two years and has supported a wide range of learners, including those with complex needs, to build confidence and skills in reading. She is patient, flexible, and committed to fostering a growth mindset. Kiayana values creating fun, engaging learning environments and building meaningful, long-lasting relationships with her students to help them grow both academically and personally.

DIONNE V.

Dionne is an Ontario Certified Teacher with 18 years of experience with the Toronto District School Board. She grew up in Toronto and completed her Undergraduate Degree from Western University. After graduation, she travelled to Japan where she taught English for a year. It was there that she developed her passion for teaching. Upon returning to Toronto, she completed her Bachelor of Education and Masters of Education from York University and began teaching French Immersion at the Primary/Junior level. Over the years, she has taught a range of subjects and Grades from 1-5, Physical Education and Core French. She has a great sense of humour and loves a good laugh, which she finds is a great way to connect with the kids she works with. She also has a passion for travelling and is always eager to discuss her adventures in the various countries she has visited. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her two teenage boys and her friends.

Betty Y.

Betty has a Master’s degree in Teaching and is certified to teach students from the Primary to Intermediate levels. She also holds an Additional Qualification in Intermediate Mathematics. Betty has been teaching with the Toronto District School Board for three years, where she has delivered engaging math sessions tailored to diverse student needs. She is committed to meeting students where they are in their learning and helping them grow with confidence. Betty brings a strong understanding of differentiated instruction and assessment for learning. She enjoys integrating real-life applications and problem-solving strategies and regularly communicates with parents to refine her teaching.

MICHELLE L.

Michelle is a passionate educator with over 22 years of experience helping kids grow curious, creative, and confident. She holds a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Education from the University of British Columbia, and for the past 15 years, has taught Junior Kindergarten to Grade 6 as a Science Specialist at an independent school in Toronto. Before that, she developed hands-on educational programs for camps, schools, and museums—including two science centres, an aquarium, and even a bug zoo (yes, she’s worked with a tarantula or two). Michelle enjoys building strong connections with her students and tailoring her approach to meet their individual learning styles and needs. She offers one-on-one tutoring across a range of subjects, with sessions that are engaging, personalized, and always encouraging – often with a dash of humour. (Why is 6 afraid of 7? Because 7, 8, 9!) She believes that one-on-one tutoring is a great way for students to practice skills, build confidence, and make meaningful progress.

MOSA A.

Mosa is an MRU Alumni, graduating from Mount Royal University with an English Degree. He is currently pursuing his Bachelor of Education at St. Mary’s University. He is also the author of two novels, which helps bring a more creative and engaging approach to learning. Mosa is also TEFL certified and has over two years of tutoring experience, helping both children and adults alike to develop their confidence and abilities to excel in their academic skills, most notably around English. Watching a student discover that “Oh” moment fuels his already strong passion for teaching.

Mosa’s teaching philosophy revolves around adapting to each and every student as he understands that what may work for one may not work for the other. He takes the time to know and understand each individual’s learning style so that he may create a supportive and personalized environment. He wants students to become confident and to take ownership of their learning journey.

During his free time, Mosa loves going for long walks, reading fantasy novels, and writing about any creative ideas that come to his mind.

VERONICA C.

Veronica is pursuing her Education degree with a concentration in Spanish language and Hispanic studies at Mount Royal University. Prior to starting her degree, she obtained her Diploma in social work with some extra coursework in children’s and adolescent mental health and Indigenous studies at MRU.

In addition, she worked for two years for the Calgary Catholic School District and a year for the Calgary Board of Education as an Educational Assistant, being supervised by teachers, vice-principals, and principals, working in the classroom, in small groups, and one-on-one with children with different learning approaches like ADHD and autism, and supporting different activities and curricula. She participated from 2014 to 2022 with volunteer experience for the CCSD and other churches, with the completion of various workshops and certificates at MRU. Based on the information above, she enjoys working with children and is able to help them during the process of learning, making it easier for them to understand with visual statements and/or in a fun theory-teaching environment.

Demiana F.

Demiana is a 23-year-old educator with a strong academic background in science and education. She studied Biology for four years and completed a two-year teacher education program at Teachers College in York University. During her training, she completed placements at Woodbine Middle School, Ellesmere Statton School and Willowdale Middle School, where she taught Grades 5 through 8 in the fields of Math, English, Science, Social Studies, and the Arts.

Her interest in teaching was sparked in Grade 8 by a teacher who recognized her potential and encouraged her to pursue a path she hadn’t seen in herself. That early inspiration continues to shape her passion for supporting students both academically and personally.

Demiana has worked with students with a wide range of learning needs, providing personalized accommodations to help each student thrive. She values inclusion and strives to make her classroom a space where every learner feels seen, supported, and challenged.

She also gained experience in early childhood education while working at a Montessori school with children from JK/SK to Grade 3. There, she incorporated hands-on activities, nature-based learning, and sensory play to foster curiosity and foundational skills.

Demiana is committed to helping students reach their full potential. She believes in nurturing a love of learning, never gives up on her students, and is dedicated to helping your child achieve their best academic success and meet their individual learning goals.