JACQUELINE L.

Jacqueline is an experienced tutor with a Ph.D. in Medical Biophysics from the University of Toronto. She has several years of experience tutoring Science, Math, and English to students from Grades 3 to 12, as well as high school Biology and Chemistry across both the OSSD and IB curricula. Jacqueline is passionate about teaching and helping students build confidence in their learning while developing independence in problem-solving.

An enthusiastic lifelong learner, she has studied music, French, Spanish, and German, giving her insight into the challenges of mastering new material and enabling her to teach students effective strategies for learning across disciplines. Outside of tutoring, Jacqueline is a dedicated piano teacher and piano teacher who enjoys making music and practicing languages in her spare time.

ASHLEY C.

Ashley is a teacher candidate at Lakehead University – she will be an Ontario Certified Teacher this spring when she completes her Bachelor of Education. Ashley teaches Primary & Junior grades and is competent with Math, Literacy, Science & Social Studies to G6 and Language to G8. Her Undergraduate degree is in History/Geography from the University of Western Ontario and she also tutors History & Geography at high school levels. Ashley has always known she wanted to be a teacher and has a passion for making students feel more confident in their abilities. She believes that by forming strong relationships with her students, she is better able to meet their academic needs. Outside the classroom, Ashley loves to travel, experience the outdoors, arts & crafts and spending time with her cats.

Tessa H.

Tessa H. is a lifelong learner who became a teacher so she could grow personally and professionally. She loves meeting new people and sharing her interests with students while they solve problems together.

Tessa has taught everything from swim lessons for young children to college-level Geology labs to reading and math to elementary students with learning disabilities.

As an undergraduate at the University of Binghamton in New York, Tessa discovered her passion for science and the environment, which led to two bachelor’s degrees: one in Geology and one in Environmental Studies.

After graduating, her first “real job” was teaching reading and math to children with autism and other learning disabilities. Tessa enjoyed seeing her students grow so much that she stayed in that job for more than 7 years.

“Pairing with each student and learning how to integrate their interests into my lesson plans has helped me become a better teacher and made learning more fun for everyone.”

Tessa recently moved from New York to Colorado to pursue a career in science. Tutoring gives her the opportunity to continue her love of teaching and her passion for giving back to the community.

When she’s not teaching or tutoring, Tessa loves getting out into nature, going for a hike, or going on a picnic. I also love learning new skills — anything from knitting to breadmaking.

Lucas A.

Lucas has an undergraduate degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education and a Master of Arts in Child Study and Education. He is an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT).

He has experience teaching in elementary classrooms and works hard to help students grow both academically and personally. Lucas focuses on building students’ confidence, keeping them engaged, and supporting their overall well-being. His background in kinesiology helps him understand the connection between physical activity and learning.

Lucas is Brazilian and grew up playing soccer. The sport taught him the value of teamwork, discipline, and perseverance. Today, he coaches soccer for children and enjoys helping young athletes develop their skills and confidence.

He also works with Campfire Circle, supporting children and families affected by cancer. He is committed to making a positive difference in children’s lives.

Lucas aims to create a safe and supportive environment where every student feels valued and capable of success.

SARA W.

Sara is an Ontario Certified Teacher, Reading Specialist, award-winning YA author of White Lies and Defy, and most importantly, an educator who truly understands kids. With over 20 years of junior/intermediate teaching experience with the District School Board of Niagara, she brings deep knowledge of the Ontario curriculum. She has supported students across a wide range of abilities and learning styles, and is known for building strong, genuine relationships that help children feel both supported and capable.

As the mother of two young adults in post-secondary concurrent education programs who continue to compete in high-level sports, Sara understands firsthand the intensity of demanding schedules, travel, and the constant juggle between performance and academics. She appreciates how easily schoolwork can feel overwhelming and how vital strong grades can be for opportunities and scholarships.

Sara believes that meaningful progress starts with connection. Before diving into academics, she takes the time to understand who a child is: their strengths, frustrations, interests, goals, and even the pressures they may be carrying. From there, she creates personalized, purposeful sessions that build skills and confidence at the same time.

Families who choose Sara can expect thoughtful communication, individualized planning, and a tutor who is deeply invested in their child’s success, not just academically, but personally.

Océane

EN: Océane graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Criminology and Mental Health from the University of Montreal.

She has several years of experience working as a specialized educator with children aged 5 to 12, supporting them in both learning and emotional development.
Currently, she works as an Educational Quality Evaluator in early childhood services.

Océane is trilingual in French, English, and Spanish, allowing her to support students from a variety of backgrounds.

She is known for her warm, patient, and structured approach, tailoring each session to the child’s unique needs.

She loves helping children build confidence, discover a love of learning, and she enjoys reading, traveling, and working closely with families and kids.

FR: Océane est titulaire d’un baccalauréat en criminologie et santé mentale de l’Université de Montréal.

Elle possède plusieurs années d’expérience en tant qu’éducatrice spécialisée auprès d’enfants âgés de 5 à 12 ans, qu’elle accompagne dans leur apprentissage et leur développement émotionnel.
Elle travaille actuellement comme évaluatrice de la qualité de l’éducation dans les services à la petite enfance.

Océane est trilingue (français, anglais et espagnol), ce qui lui permet d’accompagner des élèves issus de milieux très divers.

Elle est connue pour son approche chaleureuse, patiente et structurée, adaptant chaque séance aux besoins spécifiques de l’enfant.

Elle aime aider les enfants à prendre confiance en eux et à découvrir le plaisir d’apprendre. Elle aime lire, voyager et travailler en étroite collaboration avec les familles et les enfants.

NEGIN A.

Negin is an educator dedicated to sparking students’ love for learning by nurturing their confidence, curiosity, and sense of self efficacy. As a junior/intermediate qualified teacher, she brings several years of experience supporting learners across multiple grade levels and subject areas through volunteering, one-on-one mentoring/tutoring, and completing practice teaching placements in diverse classroom settings. With an undergraduate background in Molecular Biology from the University of Toronto, Negin combines a strong foundation in scientific thinking with a deep commitment to student centred education. She refined her instructional practice through the Master of Teaching program at the University of Toronto’s Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE). Her patient, encouraging approach is rooted in the belief that every student thrives when they feel seen, supported, and capable. Outside of teaching, Negin enjoys reading, writing, watching movies, and sharing fun scientific facts – Did you know…that 1.3 million Earths could fit inside the Sun?

Vithushek J.

Vithushek holds a Bachelor of Education from York University and completed his undergraduate degree in Global Management at Toronto Metropolitan University.

He has been a full-time teacher for six years, with experience teaching Grades 1 through 6, as well as ESL and Special Education. Vithushek holds Additional Qualifications in Reading, Writing, and Mathematics, Teaching English Language Learners, and Special Education. He has worked in a variety of school communities, supporting diverse learners and creating inclusive, student-centered classroom environments where all students can thrive.

In his free time, Vithushek is highly involved in school life and coaches multiple sports teams, including basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball, track and field, and cross country. Through coaching, he builds strong relationships with students outside the classroom and promotes teamwork, resilience, and leadership skills.

As a tutor, Vithushek is patient, approachable, and results-driven. He believes in building students’ confidence alongside their academic skills and tailors instruction to meet each learner’s unique needs. His goal is to create a supportive learning environment where students feel empowered, capable, and motivated to achieve their personal best.

Ivana D.

Ivana has a plethora of teaching experience in schools across the Toronto District School Board from Kindergarten to Grade 8. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree from University of Toronto, an Early Childhood Education diploma from George Brown College, and her Bachelor of Education from York University.

Erica

EN: As a speech-language pathology graduate student, Erica has specialized training in language development, literacy foundations, and how children process and understand information. Her training allows her to go beyond homework help and identify the underlying skills that support success in reading, writing, and math.
Erica provides structured, engaging tutoring tailored to each child’s learning profile, helping students build both competence and confidence.

FR: En tant qu’étudiante diplômée en orthophonie, Erica a suivi une formation spécialisée dans le développement du langage, les fondements de l’alphabétisation et la façon dont les enfants traitent et comprennent l’information. Sa formation lui permet d’aller au-delà de l’aide aux devoirs et d’identifier les compétences sous-jacentes qui soutiennent le succès en lecture, écriture et mathématiques.
Erica fournit un tutorat structuré et engageant adapté au profil d’apprentissage de chaque enfant, aidant les étudiants à renforcer à la fois leur compétence et leur confiance.