SARA S.

Sara is an Ontario Certified Teacher with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in education, as well as TESL Ontario certification. She has more than nine years of experience teaching children and adults in diverse learning environments. Throughout her career, she has developed curriculum aligned with provincial standards and has remained committed to fostering inclusive classrooms where every student feels valued and empowered. Sara has worked extensively with culturally and linguistically diverse learners and has supported students with Individual Support Plans by adapting instruction to promote confidence, participation, and a strong sense of belonging. She also works as a writing rater, which has strengthened her expertise in language development and assessment. In her tutoring, Sara focuses on building meaningful relationships, understanding each learner’s needs, and helping students grow in reading, writing, vocabulary, and academic skills. She finds supporting student learning both rewarding and inspiring and continues to refine her practice through ongoing professional development

Melanie S.

RAJNI B.

Rajni has a Bachelor’s Degree in Science and Education as well as Master’s in Chemistry. She is experienced in working with Exam Department of CAIE -IGCSE & A Level.
She has been a High School teacher of Science for 14 years and has also worked as a private tutor. She is bilingual in English and French, strengthening her expertise to communicate effectively with diverse range of aspirants.
She strongly believes that learning is an interacting, fun process including various strategies viz: real-life application, personalized lesson plan, analytical approach that maximize the potential of a learner.
She is passionate about problem solving attitude and building rapport with the learners.

Mary Z.

Mary is an Ontario Certified Teacher with a Bachelor of Education from Tyndale University. She has taught Grades 3–5 in the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) and York Region District School Board (YRDSB), and previously taught Grades 1–2 in an international school in China. With over seven years of combined teaching and educational experience, she brings strong instructional expertise to her work with learners from Kindergarten to Grade 8.

Mary specializes in creating supportive, engaging, and student-centered learning environments. She is highly skilled in differentiated instruction, assessment for/as learning, and culturally responsive practices. Her teaching experience includes working with English language learners and students with diverse academic needs, ensuring each child receives personalized guidance.

Mary is proficient in educational technologies such as Google Workspace, Seesaw, ClassDojo, Canva, and Himama, which she uses to enhance communication, track progress, and support interactive learning.

As both an educator and a parent of two young children, Mary understands the importance of patience, consistency, and strong home–school partnerships. She is passionate about helping students build confidence and develop effective learning strategies.

Mary offers tutoring in Math from Kindergarten to Grade 8, and Literacy and general academics from Kindergarten to Grade 6.

REILLY M.

Rielly graduated from Florida International University with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, where she was also a member of the swim team. She completed her teaching internship in a 3rd grade classroom in Miami before moving to Stockholm, Sweden, where she taught 6th and 7th grade math for two years. Rielly holds a New York State teaching certificate and is currently in the process of becoming OCT Certified. Known for her patience, creativity, and genuine love of helping children succeed, she creates a positive and motivating learning environment tailored to each child’s needs. Outside of teaching, Rielly enjoys weekends at the cottage, exploring new coffee shops, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. And in case you’re wondering, yes – she really does get excited about algebra.

JOSEF S.

Josef Stetter is an Ontario educator and Assistant Curriculum Leader for Business and Co-op at Georges Vanier Secondary School, known for inclusive, real-world teaching that meets learners where they are. He holds a B.Ed. from Lakehead University and a B.A. in Economics from York University, along with wide-ranging Additional Qualifications that equip him to teach most subjects across Grades 1 through 12, including Math, Science, all Business strands, Social Sciences (world religions, philosophy, psychology), Humanities, Geography, History, English and ESL, Life and Learning Skills, Public Speaking and Debate, and French. He has taught and tutored broadly across these areas and continues to coach learners of all ages. In his current role, Josef expanded Business SHSM participation and led a large DECA cohort to regional and provincial success and had one student win the world Championship in her category beating out 25,000 students, while supervising diverse co-op placements that help students connect class to careers. Josef has lived in five countries and speaks English, French, Hebrew, and Spanish, and he makes learning lively by linking lessons to student interests such as video games, sports, photography, and travel.

Danicka C.

Danicka has a Master’s degree in Child Study and Education from the University of Toronto. She majored in French Studies with a minor in Sociology from York University’s Glendon Campus. Danicka has taught in international school settings across Canada, England, Portugal, and France, and brings over 5 years of teaching experience. She is familiar with the IB curriculum, UK National Curriculum, French National Curriculum, and the Ontario Curriculum. She has a specialization in teaching French as a Second Language and enjoys working with learners of all abilities and backgrounds. She is also fluent in four languages; English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese. Aside from teaching, Danicka enjoys travelling, fitness classes, photography, and web design.

HARRISON V.

Harrison is an aspiring educator currently completing his Bachelor of Education at Western University, specializing in the Primary/Junior divisions, and will be a fully certified member of the Ontario College of Teachers in January 2026. Alongside his academic training, Harrison brings years of experience competing in and coaching high-performance sports and athletics. Through these experiences, he has developed a strong ability to motivate students, foster perseverance, and support a balance between academics and extracurricular commitments. Having faced the challenges of managing school and sport himself, Harrison is deeply passionate about helping young athletes thrive in their education while pursuing their passions.
Harrison is highly skilled at building meaningful connections with his students and fostering their genuine interest in learning. Throughout his classroom experiences, he has developed a strong ability to design engaging, inclusive, and student-centred lessons that meet the diverse needs of his learners. He is passionate about inspiring curiosity and creativity through personalized instruction, integrating real-world connections and hands-on learning to make concepts engaging and relevant. Harrison has successfully supported students in language, mathematics, physical education, and inquiry-based learning, using differentiated strategies and positive reinforcement to help each child reach their potential while building their confidence.
In his spare time, he enjoys skiing, golf, photography, and exploring Canada’s beautiful landscapes always finding new ways to bring creativity, curiosity, and his unique perspectives into his teaching.

KATIE K.

Katie is a passionate and highly experienced educator and Visual Art specialist who brings over two decades of teaching experience to her work with children and youth. A member of the Ontario College of Teachers (OCT) and the British Columbia College of Teachers, Katie holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) from York University and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Western Ontario. She has continued her professional development through extensive training, including, IB PYP and MYP certifications, and specialized courses in the RULER Approach, YogaFit, and Group Fitness Instruction.

As both a classroom teacher and private tutor, Katie combines her extensive background in the field of education and the arts to design engaging, individualized programs that inspire creativity, connection, and confidence. She is known for her warm and encouraging presence, her ability to foster emotional regulation through art and movement, and her commitment to meeting each learner exactly where they are.

Katie’s sessions blend evidence-based teaching strategies with creative expression, supporting students in developing communication, executive functioning, and self-regulation skills in ways that feel meaningful and fun. Whether she is helping a child explore emotions through art, supporting academic readiness, or building the bridge between learning and real-life experiences, Katie brings artistry, patience, and joy to every interaction.

During her free time, Katie enjoys spending her time with family, her 4 adult children and being outdoors with her senior dog. Katie is passionate about her health and fitness and creating time to read and create art.

JESSICA A.

Jessica is an Ontario certified teacher with more than 20 years experience. She has degrees in Music and Education from Western University in London, Ontario. She has worked for many years with elementary school children, has taught piano and also ran her own English school while living in Brazil. Aside from spending time with her family and children, Jessica enjoys rock climbing, being outdoors, yoga, reading and crafting.