Lisa T.

Lisa is an OCT qualified Primary/Junior teacher who has taught students ranging from nursery school to Grade 6. With experience teaching primary students across all subject areas, she understands that each child brings a unique set of abilities, learning styles, and academic needs to the classroom.
Over the past 15 years, Lisa has worked as a tutor throughout the Toronto area, following a decade of experience as a nursery school teacher. Her background in both early childhood and primary education gives her a strong foundation for supporting students at various stages in their learning journey. She later earned her Master of Science in Education to further deepen her expertise in helping diverse learners succeed.
Lisa is committed to creating engaging, personalized lessons that build on each student’s strengths while addressing their individual challenges. Her teaching style is flexible and responsive, designed to help students develop both skills and confidence. She strives to create a supportive and encouraging learning environment for all students, where they feel confident to ask questions, explore new ideas, and take on challenges. By fostering a love for learning, she aims to instill curiosity and a growth mindset that extends well beyond the classroom.
Whether a student needs help mastering foundational concepts, preparing for new academic challenges, or gaining confidence in a specific subject, Lisa brings patience, insight, and enthusiasm to every session.

Aimee C.

Aimee is a fully certified OCT teacher with Primary/Junior qualifications. She has a B.A and B.Ed from Queen’s University. She has completed additional qualifications in special education (ASD, MID, LD, Behavioural needs), reading specialist part one, intermediate family studies, senior family studies, senior arts, and teaching ESL. Aimee is currently a supply teacher with the WRDSB, AMDSB, KidsAbility, and SJK. She is passionate about supporting all learners and is looking forward to doing so with PAT.

Tiffinnea R.

Hi, I’m Tiffinnea! Teaching has been at the heart of my life for over 11 years, and I’ve had the joy of guiding children from all different backgrounds—whether in Canada, overseas, or right here in our community. I’ve taught everything from art to cooking to core academics, and I have a special passion for supporting kids who learn differently.

Over the years, I’ve worked with children who have autism, Down syndrome, ADHD, learning challenges, and those who are learning English as a second language. My approach is creative, patient, and tailored to each child, because I believe every student deserves to feel confident, capable, and supported on their learning journey.

Kat N.

ENG: Kat is a nursing student at McGill University, currently completing her final year in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. She earned her French high school diploma, graduating on the honors roll. Kat has experience tutoring younger students in grades 7 through 9, focusing on science and math within the Ontario curriculum. Through mostly self-organized after-school tutoring sessions, she supported students in working through assigned homework and guided them in preparing for unit tests and exams. She also taught English as a second language to elementary-aged children, where she designed weekly learning plans and created fun, interactive activities to help students practice and showcase their new knowledge.
In addition to her academic teaching, Kat has worked with children in other instructional contexts, most notably as a ski instructor. She taught technical skills as well as encouraged independence, responsibility, and safe decision-making on the slopes.

FR: Kat est étudiante en sciences infirmières à l’Université McGill et termine sa dernière année du baccalauréat en sciences infirmières. Elle a obtenu son diplôme d’études secondaires en français avec distinction. Kat possède de l’expérience en tutorat auprès d’élèves de la 7e à la 9e année, surtout en sciences et en mathématiques selon le curriculum Ontarien. Elle a mis en place des séances de tutorat hors les heures d’école afin de soutenir les élèves dans la réalisation de leurs devoirs et la préparation de leurs évaluations. Elle a également enseigné l’anglais comme langue seconde à des enfants du primaire, pour lesquels elle a conçu des plans d’apprentissage hebdomadaires et créé des activités ludiques et interactives afin de leur permettre de pratiquer et de mettre en valeur leurs nouvelles connaissances.
En plus de son expérience académique, Kat a travaillé avec des enfants dans d’autres contextes d’enseignement, notamment comme monitrice de ski. Elle a enseigné les techniques de base tout en encourageant l’autonomie, le sens des responsabilités et la prise de décisions sécuritaires sur les pentes.

ROSEANNE M.

Roseanne Menezes is an OCT-certified teacher who has taught English, French, ESL, and Social Sciences to students of all ages, both in Canada and the United Kingdom. She’s passionate about making learning fun, approachable, and tailored to each student’s unique style—whether that means breaking down tricky grammar, sparking curiosity in history, or helping someone finally feel confident speaking French. Since 2017, Roseanne has also worked as a private tutor, supporting students and adult learners with personalized lessons that go beyond the classroom. When she’s not teaching, you’ll likely find her planning her next adventure abroad, curled up with a good book, experimenting with new recipes, or tackling a new language for fun.

TASFIA A.

Tasfia is an experienced STEM tutor with over four years of tutoring experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, specializing in secondary and post-secondary mathematics and sciences. She has worked with more than 100 students across diverse curricula, including the Ontario curriculum, International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced Placement (AP), Danforth’s MaST, and Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) programs. Tasfia has extensive experience supporting students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), skillfully adapting her teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and ensure comprehensive understanding and skill mastery. She is a compassionate, friendly, and adaptive educator with a special interest in cognitive psychology who approaches learning from a trauma-informed perspective.

CAVELL B.

Cavell is a highly experienced educator with over 20 years in teaching, curriculum design, and educational leadership. With a Master’s degree in Curriculum Design, she has dedicated her career to helping children discover their strengths and succeed as lifelong learners.

Her journey in education has taken her across Canada, from classroom teaching to serving as an Education Consultant in the Yukon and an Education Coordinator in Alberta. Most recently, she has stepped into the role of Education Specialist, where she continues to support inclusive, student-centered learning and provide guidance to both educators and school teams.

She is passionate about building meaningful relationships with students and colleagues, and her energy for learning shines through in every interaction. Her expertise in curriculum allows her to support a wide range of academic areas across multiple age groups, from early learners to students in higher grades. At the heart of her work is a commitment to empowering students to see themselves as capable, confident, and successful learners.

QUENNIE G.

Quennie is a French native speaker from Montreal who is passionate about helping students build confidence in both French and English. She graduated from McGill University with a Bachelor of Education and is currently a French Immersion teacher with the Toronto District School Board, where she teaches Grade 2/3. Quennie has furthered her learning by obtaining a Specialist in French as a Second Language Pedagogy and completing Additional Qualification courses in Mathematics Pedagogy. She has experience supporting students in literacy, including phonics and reading recovery in both French and English and has worked with learners of varying needs and abilities. Quennie values the importance of language learning as a bridge to new opportunities and perspectives, and she enjoys making lessons engaging, interactive, and tailored to each students’ strengths.

When she’s not in the classroom, Quennie enjoys travelling to new destinations, discovering new restaurants in the city, staying active at the gym, and exploring her interests in fashion and beauty.

Sophia M.

Sophia is an undergraduate student at Concordia University, pursuing a degree in Biology. She is a graduate of Marianopolis College, where she studied Psychology and earned a Certificate with Distinction in Environmental Studies. Her academic path began at Royal Vale High School, where she developed a strong interest in the sciences.
In addition to her academic achievements, Sophia has gained meaningful experience working with children as a camp counselor since 2023. There, she was responsible for leading group activities, cultivating a supportive and engaging environment and fostering their social growth. Through this role, she developed strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills, along with the ability to adapt her approach to suit different learning styles.
Her background in both psychology and biology provides Sophia with a unique perspective on education. She understands the importance of motivation and learning strategies while also being able to explain challenging concepts in a clear and approachable way. She is committed to helping students build not only academic skills, but also confidence and curiosity that extend beyond the classroom.
Sophia’s combination of academic knowledge, relevant experience with children and passion for educating in an engaging manner, makes her a dedicated and supportive tutor. She is eager to help students achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

Georgia G.

Georgia is wrapping up her final year at Brock University in the Concurrent Education Primary/Junior Program. She has always had a passion for working with children and has both in-home and in-school experience providing one-on-one support to students. Last year, she completed a teaching placement in a Grade 3 classroom and has two more placements scheduled for this academic year.