Mia F.

Mia has a Bachelor of Education degree from McGill University.

She has worked for one year as a teacher at St. George’s Elementary School and is currently in her second year of teaching at Solomon Schechter Academy.

Her specialties include English and Math for students at the elementary level. In addition, she has worked as a student teacher at Lower Canada College and Akiva where she supported the teacher’s objectives, planned, prepared and implemented original lessons and activities.

Mia believes that there is not a “one size fits all” approach when it comes to teaching would like her students to feel welcome and safe from judgment. She understands the need for differentiation and always tries to integrate multiple learning styles and techniques in her teaching.

Emma D.

Emma is a certified intermediate/senior teacher who specializes in teaching English and French (FSL). Emma earned her honours Bachelor of Arts in English language and literature and French studies (2021), and her Bachelor of Education at Western University (2023). She first developed her passion for literature during her time in high school and has been an avid reader since. Emma was very successful throughout her undergraduate degree. She was awarded both the Parents Fund Award and the Alumni Gold Medal for her high academic standing and her dedication to helping her community. Emma has dedicated much of her time as a substitute teacher. She worked for the Thames Valley District School Board and the York Region District School Board during her time in Ontario. Since moving to Montreal this summer, Emma is currently working as a substitute teacher for the English Montreal School Board. Emma has lots of experience working as a teacher in high schools and elementary schools. As well, she has lots of experience tutoring various ages/levels (K-12) and subjects. Emma is even certified in the Orton-Gillingham remedial literacy methodology. She has lots of experience working with students with special learning needs (gifted, students with Dyslexia, ADHD, etc.). Emma is dedicated to helping students and giving back to the community, which is why she has decided to pursue teaching as a career.

Marie H.

Marie attended Temple University on scholarship for her postbaccalaureate teacher certification in Elementary Education, K-6. Prior to graduate studies, Marie earned a BFA in Dance and has enjoyed a long career in fitness working with children, teens, professionals, and older adults in Philadelphia. With such a vast background in arts, education, and fitness, it’s easy to imagine that Marie brings energy, creativity, and engagement when working with her students. She has worked in classrooms at both public and charter elementary schools and was a lead fitness teacher at a local charter high school. Marie is an experienced tutor, having led an afterschool program where she brought underperforming students up to grade level, and instructed after-school enrichment programs. Marie is a music lover, smiles a lot, reads a lot of books, loves cooking, and most importantly, she loves sharing her passion for education with her students.

Beverly Y.

Beverly graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Biology from Harvey Mudd College and an Master’s of Education from Boston University.

She is a Certified Teacher who has worked with elementary and middle school students in Taiwan, Japan, and the United States.

Beverly’s diverse teaching experience has shown her that building relationships with students is the most important step in meeting their educational needs.

She believes every student is a “math person” and prioritizes developing number sense and critical thinking during her sessions. Beverly is excited to help students find learning strategies that work for them and encourage their curiosity about math.

In her spare time, Beverly enjoys hiking through autumn landscapes, solving jigsaw puzzles, and pondering why students have contentious arguments over whether a hotdog is a sandwich. (She’s inclined to say, “Yes,” per the Merriam-Webster definition.)

JOANNA S.

Joanna is an Ontario Certified Teacher. She completed her teaching education at York University in 2022. Before teacher’s college, she gained a Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Studies from the University of Guelph Humber!

Since childhood, her dream has been to become a teacher. She absolutely loves spending her time with students and children and witnessing their learning and growth. As an educator, she believes in getting to know the students personally and academically to create a tailored learning experience. Joanna thrives on activities that are interactive and make learning exciting and enjoyable. She believes that setting achievable goals with students and reaching them together not only builds their confidence but instills a sense of accomplishment.

Joanna is a creative, patient, and enthusiastic teacher who loves to hike, camp, travel, and cherish moments with family and friends in her spare time!

ANGELICA J.

Angelica is a certified general, special education, and TESOL teacher (Birth – 6th grade). She studied at St. Joseph’s University and Touro University and has been dedicated to the education field for the past six years. Each experience has enforced her professional desire and has given her an even greater perspective of what it is to be a teacher. After school, Angelica teaches private ballet lessons at various dance studios on Long Island. Angelica takes pride in passing onto her students her excitement of dance arts. Over the past few weeks, Angelica has been working with her students for the annual performance of

The Nutcracker. When Angelica is not working, she loves horseback riding, paddle boarding, hiking, and reading. She also loves spending time with her dog, Henry.