SAJIDA J.

With over a decade of experience in child development and pedagogy, Sajida brings a compassionate, creative, and evidence-based approach to education. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development and a Master of Teaching Degree from University of Toronto. Sajida has received additional qualifications in Special Education, English Language Learning, Reading, Mathematics, and the Integration of Technology in Instruction. As a teacher with the York Region District School Board (YRDSB), she possesses a deep understanding of the subject curriculum and utilizes a wide range of resources to support and enhance student learning. Her teaching practice is grounded in Universal Design for Learning (UDL), with a strong commitment to differentiating instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners.
Trained in the Science of Reading, she employs this structured, research-backed framework to support literacy development. By integrating phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension into her lessons, she helps students build strong and lasting foundations in reading and writing.
In her tutoring career, Sajida is dedicated to empowering each student to build confidence and independence in their learning journey, fostering both academic success and a lifelong passion for learning.
Outside the classroom, Sajida enjoys an active lifestyle, including hiking and pickleball. She is also passionate about world travel, which broadens her perspective and enriches her inclusive teaching practices. Above all, she is committed to nurturing academic achievement, student well-being, and the development of responsible, engaged global citizens.

Janice H.

Janice is an Ontario Certified Teacher with a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Bachelor of Education. She has over five years of teaching experience in a variety of settings, including foreign schools, private schools, public schools within the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) and York Region District School Board (YRDSB), as well as one-on-one tutoring.

TESL-qualified, Janice specializes in supporting English Language Learners and helping students gain confidence in reading, writing, and speaking. Her lessons are student-centered, interactive, and designed to make learning enjoyable and meaningful. Known for her warm and engaging teaching style, Janice creates a positive environment where students feel supported and motivated to do their best.

Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, and conversational in Korean, Janice easily connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Outside of teaching, she enjoys dancing and playing the electric guitar—bringing creativity, rhythm, and fun into her classroom and tutoring sessions.

SHABANA H.

Shabana is an accomplished educator with a Bachelor’s degree in Education and holds Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) status in good standing. Her qualifications span the Primary/Junior and Intermediate divisions.
Shabana brings over 13 years of classroom experience teaching at the elementary, junior and high school level in Ontario. In addition to her extensive time in the classroom, she served for two years as a Director of Academics, where she focused on curriculum development and instructional excellence. Shabana is deeply passionate about fostering environments where every student can achieve their full potential and experience meaningful academic success.

Yvonne T.

Yvonne is a compassionate and energetic tutor with over seven years of experience working with children in schools, daycare, programs, and home settings. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education (Primary/Junior) after completing a B.A. Honours in Educational Studies – provides a strong foundation in early childhood development and the Ontario curriculum.

Yvonne has extensive experience supporting students with diverse learning needs, including in specialized classrooms for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and behavioural support programs. She is First Aid/CPR certified, bilingual in English and Vietnamese, and skilled in program/lesson planning, creating safe and engaging learning environments.

Yvonne is passionate about helping children reach their full potential by tailoring lessons to their unique strengths, learning styles, and interests. She believes learning should be hands-on, playful, interactive, and positive, building both academic skills and confidence.

In addition to her tutoring experience, Yvonne values fostering a love of learning and promoting personal growth in every student she works with. Outside of teaching, she enjoys reading, dancing, exercising, journaling, and spending quality time with friends and family.

JOANNA R.

Joanna is a passionate, experienced tutor who supports kids with Math and Writing skills. She has a Graduate Diploma of Teaching from the University of Otago in New Zealand, and a Honours BA in Canadian Studies (Geography and History) from Trent University. She brings her background working in outdoor education, traditional classroom teaching and summer camps to her teaching approach. She has a special touch with students who suffer from ADHD and/or executive dysfunction with much experience providing them the support they need.

Danky N.

Danky began his journey as an educator at Humber College, where he completed a Diploma in Early Childhood Education. He later earned a Bachelor of Applied Science in Early Childhood Studies from the University of Guelph Humber, and went on to graduate from the Master of Teaching (Primary/Junior) program at the University of Toronto’s Ontario Institute for Studies in Education. He is now a certified OCT teacher.

Danky has experience teaching children across the primary/junior grades in various classroom settings, where he designed and implemented engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons in Mathematics, Science and Language Arts aligned with the Ontario Curriculum. His approach emphasizes inclusive practices, student relationships, and hands-on, inquiry based learning that supports the diverse needs of every learner.

In addition to his classroom experience, Danky has worked in early learning and community settings, including summer camp programs for school aged children, and after school programs. These roles strengthened his skills in fostering positive social development, promoting creativity, and building supportive relationships with students and families.

FARIBA H.

Fariba started her teaching journey back in 1999, when she decided to work as a volunteer in Bayview Fairways Public School in a grade 8 classroom. Her strong academic knowledge in math and science was recognized by the home room teacher and the principal. In 2001, she graduated from the faculty of Education at the Brock University with a degree in Bachelor of Education. In 2002, she was hired by the York Region Board of Education with a one year contract to teach a grade 8 homeroom class at the Bayview Fairways Public School in Thornhill, Ontario. In 2003, she was transferred to the Randal Public School where she started her permanent teaching position as a grade 7 and 8 homeroom teacher, teaching Language, Math, Science, Health and Physical Education. In 2010, she was promoted to the position of Lead Intermediate teacher at Randal Public School. In 2014, she was transferred to a French Immersion school in Richmond Hill named Beverley Acres Public School (BAPS). She is still teaching as an English subject teacher at BAPS, teaching two grade 5 homeroom classes. By working in three different public schools, she was able to diversify her teaching experience as she had the opportunity to teach students ranging from nine to thirteen years old (grades 4 to 8). Throughout her teaching career, Fariba has been committed to her ongoing professional learning. She has upgraded her teaching knowledge by completing several Additional Qualification Courses; Special Need Part 1, Special Need Part 2, Reading Part 1, Reading Part 2, and Science Senior division. Fariba’s experience, excellent academic background in math and science, and her compassionate and kind personality enabled her to make a difference for hundreds of learners for the past 26 years.

GABRIELA P.

Gabriela is currently completing her Master of Teaching at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), University of Toronto, specializing in primary and junior education. As a Toronto native, she also holds an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education from the University of Toronto.

With several years of hands on experience supporting children’s learning and growth, Gabriela has also worked as an early childhood assistant, private nanny, camp counsellor, and soccer coach, as well as a volunteer in multiple Toronto public and independent schools.

Gabriela speaks French and Spanish, and is interested in language learning and cultural exchange. She believes in personalized, child-centred teaching that builds on each student’s strengths and learning style. Her approach is informed by research-backed strategies learned through her studies and applied successfully in real classrooms. She is known for creating a warm, engaging and confidence building learning environment where students feel supported and motivated to reach their goals.

When she’s not teaching, she enjoys staying active by playing soccer, biking around the city, and exploring new places. Her most recent adventures have taken her to Chile, Costa Rica, and Algonquin Park!

HAMZA S.

Hamza Sakr is a French immersion and elementary educator with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Education (Dean’s List) and is currently completing his Bachelor of Education at St. Mary’s University. His academic success and extensive classroom experience have equipped him with strong instructional design, assessment, and student-engagement skills that consistently lead to measurable learning gains.

Hamza has worked with students across Calgary in Grades 1–6, specializing in literacy, numeracy, and French language development. As a student teacher, he supported Grade 6 students in preparing for standardized tests, strengthening study strategies, and building academic confidence. His approach blends structured lesson planning with differentiated instruction and formative assessment to ensure every learner progresses at their own pace.

Known for his calm, motivating presence, Hamza creates a classroom environment where students feel focused, capable, and encouraged to take intellectual risks. His teaching philosophy emphasizes goal-setting, reflective learning, and the development of strong study habits.

Fluent in English and French, Hamza integrates creativity, critical thinking, and language mastery into his lessons. His mission as a tutor is to help each student not only excel academically but also cultivate curiosity, resilience, and a lasting love of learning.

Laure B.

ENG: Laure is currently in her first undergraduate year of a Bachelor in Kindergarten and Elementary Education with a French immersion minor. She graduated from Cégep du Vieux Montréal with a degree in Social Studies, during which she had the opportunity to participate in a field experience in an Indigenous community in Mexico. She has worked at a summer camp for the past four years, where she has met various groups of kids from different backgrounds. She has a strong passion for culture, particularly in finding ways to integrate it into language teaching.

FR: Laure est actuellement en première année de baccalauréat en éducation à la maternelle et au primaire, avec une mineure en immersion française. Diplômée en sciences humaines du Cégep du Vieux-Montréal, elle a eu l’occasion de participer à un stage dans une communauté autochtone au Mexique. Elle travaille dans un camp d’été depuis quatre ans, où elle a rencontré divers groupes d’enfants de différents milieux. Passionnée par la culture, elle s’efforce de l’intégrer à l’enseignement des langues.