Raquel R.
Raquel is an Ontario Certified teacher qualified in the primary/junior division. She has an honours undergraduate degree in children, childhood, and youth studies, as well as a bachelor of education from York University. She has worked with children in various settings, such as after-school programs, tutoring, co-op, placement, and now as a teacher. She has supported the improvement of students in writing, reading, and math during one-on-one sessions through tutoring. She has a passion for travelling and often makes plans to adventure out to different places to explore and immerse herself in the cultures. She fluently speaks Portuguese. She also loves being creative, and in her spare time, she likes to embroider, crochet, and paint. As a mentor, she looks to gain more knowledge and experience working with students of various learning capabilities and to inspire students to believe they can succeed
Samantha Q.
Samantha Q. is a dedicated educator. She holds a degree in Education and Child Development. Samantha has spent many years working with kids, from infants to teenagers, in various settings, including childcare, swimming lessons, and youth programs on a cruise ship.
Over the last year, Samantha taught in Stockholm, Sweden science and technology to 4th to 6th graders, showing her knack for making learning fun. Currently, she’s part of an independent school, where she continues to inspire young minds.
In her free time, Samantha enjoys playing ice hockey and recently joined a volleyball team. She’s passionate about helping children achieve their best. Her goal is to provide the support and encouragement they need to succeed.
RILEY L.
Riley is working toward her degree Elementary Education at Mount Royal University and minoring in Linguistics. Although her primary focus is at the elementary level, she has experience working one on one one and in small groups to support junior high math students. Riley grew up competitively Irish Dancing in Calgary and for the past four years has been coaching beginner dancers. Riley’s passion for education stemmed from helping a classmate with autism. She saw the difference she was able to make for that student, and since then became passionate about making a difference in all children’s lives.
Abigail M.
Abigail has a passion for education and has been a tutor for two years now, specifically teaching French, English, and Math. She is a University of Toronto graduate with a Bachelor of Arts (with Distinction) and is now pursuing her Masters of Teaching (Junior/Intermediate) at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, also at the University of Toronto. In addition to tutoring, Abigail has many other teaching experiences. She has worked as an Emergency Supply Teacher, a Summer School teaching assistant, and an administrative support with the Upper Grand District School Board. She is also a swim instructor and loves teaching all age groups in and out of the pool. Abigail now lives in Toronto and enjoys running, hiking, camping, and exploring the city.
Laura N.
Laura is a patient and enthusiastic educator who takes pride in helping her students succeed! Laura holds a Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies, and is currently working towards the completion of her OCT designation with Ontario Tech University. Laura has been in the education field for just under 10 years tutoring students, teaching health and physical education in a private school setting, as well as teaching abroad in South Africa. Laura would be a phenomenal fit to help your child achieve their academic goals!
Kayla O.
Kayla received her Honours Bachelors Degree at York University in Sociology, in conjunction with a Bachelor of Education, specializing in Primary/Junior grade levels. Kayla has also completed an Additional Qualification in Special Education Part 1 and has been certified by the Ontario College of Teachers. Kayla has always believed that education is the future, as Malcom X referred to it “Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today”. Kayla has over ten years of experience working and coaching students in different age ranges with diverse learning exceptionalities. Kayla loves on-going learning and continues her adventure for learning through embarking on new courses and obtaining different qualifications and certifications. Here are some examples of Kayla’s jobs and volunteer/co-op placement opportunities, student teaching/teacher candidacy, tutoring, mentoring, coaching dance/fitness/gymnastics, taught step by step cooking classes, camp counsellor, taught conflict resolution/problem solving/anti bullying classes.
Kayla is committed to an equitable and inclusive education system for students that provides students with universal designs for learning. Kayla has worked with diverse ranges of curriculum and in various subject areas (cross curricular) and is very knowledgeable on the Ontario Curriculum. Kayla has worked with students with diverse learning needs and specific learning styles. She believes that it is important to focus on designing teaching and learning with attention to various lived experiences, intersectional identities, and uniquely enhancing a students confidence and love for learning. Throughout Kayla’s different teaching related experiences she has ensured that her assistance with students has receive positive results in various subject areas.
Sabrina Q.
EN: Sabrina is an accomplished tutor with expertise in History, French, and English for all levels. She is a Political Science graduate at the University of Montreal and will be completing her Bachelor of Law at the University of Ottawa. With outstanding commitment and passion for academic growth, she caters to different learning styles to enhance student performance and comprehension. Sabrina highly values the importance of organization and intellectual development.
FR: Sabrina est une tutrice accomplie avec une expertise en histoire, en français et en anglais pour tous les niveaux. Diplômée en sciences politiques de l’Université de Montréal, elle terminera son baccalauréat en droit à l’Université d’Ottawa. Avec un engagement et une passion remarquables pour la croissance académique, elle s’adapte aux différents styles d’apprentissage pour améliorer les performances et la compréhension des élèves. Sabrina accorde une grande importance à l’organisation et au développement intellectuel.
ASHLEY R.
Ashley graduated from the University of Windsor with a double major in French & Spanish studies and continued her passion for teaching at Western University. She is in her 3rd year of teaching and holds the primary/junior qualifications with specialty in the French Immersion stream. She started her career teaching in a wonderful grade 2 class and continued teaching at the same school for a grade 5/6 class the following year! From a young age, Ashley has had a passion for teaching. Whether it be as a Piano Instructor, Community Program Coordinator, or even teaching at an Adult Language Learning Center, she loves helping others reach their best potential. She values diversity and inclusive environments for her students and fosters positive one-to-one activities to further her students’ understanding. Ashley loves going on adventures and some of her hobbies include outdoor activities, reading fiction books and cooking.
CIARA M.
Ciara obtained her Bachelor of Education from Maynooth University, Ireland. She holds teaching certificates in Ireland, England, and B.C. Ciara has over 7 years of experience teaching students from Kindergarten to Grade 7, in a variety of educational settings. She is currently teaching Grade 6 in a private school in Vancouver. As such, she has strong familiarity with the B.C. Curriculum. Ciara holds additional qualifications in Special Education, ELL, and Literacy/Numeracy interventions. Fostering caring, positive relationships with students is of utmost importance to Ciara. She is flexible and adapts lessons to suit the individual needs of each learner. She aims to engage her students by relating the content to their lives and interests and making learning fun!