Jacqueline B.

Jacqueline B. is an Ontario Certified Teacher with over 10 years of experience in education, having worked with students ranging from Kindergarten to Grade 8. She currently teaches in a Kindergarten classroom within the York Region District School Board. Jacquie’s teaching and tutoring are guided by the Ontario Elementary School curriculum expectations, ensuring that each lesson is aligned with the province’s educational standards.

Having previously worked as an elementary remedial reading tutor, Jacquie possesses a deep understanding of various reading programs offered across Ontario. Her approach prioritizes the well-being of her students, fostering an environment where they can thrive. Many of her students have demonstrated significant growth, increased understanding, and boosted confidence as a result of her dedicated support.

Angeliki C.

Angeliki has a DEC from Dawson College in Child Studies. She is currently getting her Bachelor’s degree in Kindergarten/Elementary Education from McGill University. Passionate about her love of teaching, she sought out tutoring to offer help and guidance. Having completed her first field experience as a Student Teacher, she is ready to take this next step towards assisting students in mastering their lessons, deepening their understanding and achieving their academic goals. She strives to make learning engaging and personalized for students. Her teaching philosophy focuses on fostering confidence, developing critical thinking, and creating an inclusive learning environment tailored to each student’s unique needs. Whether you’re seeking support for regular coursework, exam preparation, or skill-building, she is committed to delivering results while making the learning process enjoyable! Angeliki is a trilingual English-French-Greek speaker and enjoys baking, music and cinema!

MELISSA T.

Melissa is an Ontario Certified Teacher with qualifications in the Primary-Junior division and experience working with high school students. She completed her undergraduate degree at York University and earned her Bachelor of Education at Lakehead University.

Melissa has worked extensively with students across different age groups, including elementary and secondary school, fostering their learning and helping them achieve academic success. She has experience conducting EQAO assessments, writing report cards, and supporting students’ literacy and numeracy development.

With a passion for education and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment, Melissa believes in building strong relationships with her students to meet their individual needs. She takes pride in encouraging her students to develop confidence and a love for learning.

Garrett R.

With 15 years experience in New York City public schools, Garrett Ramirez has a long track record of tutoring students in a wide range of subjects. His listening and communication skills have been honed through numerous one-to-one assignments across varied grade levels, supporting students in reading, writing, vocabulary, math skills and, his specialty, social studies. In his free time, he loves the outdoors and volunteering in his community.

Kelinda Y.

Kelinda, a master tutor, has nineteen years of experience dedicated to supporting and educating students with disabilities. Kelinda holds a Grade 6-8 Social Studies State of New Jersey Standard Teaching Certificate, acquired through successful completion of the Praxis exam and incorporating course from her Business Administration degree. Additionally, she holds the following standard instructional certificates issued by the state of New Jersey: Teacher of Students with Disabilities, Teacher of English as a Second Language, and Elementary Education Grades K-6. Kelinda is an experienced instructor of Strategic Reading and Multi-Sensory Phonics programs. With experience spanning from Pre-K to 12th grade, she currently serves as a Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant at a middle school within an Essex County School District.

Kelinda’s passion for teaching and learning drive her to tutor, seeing it as a reciprocal learning process as she guides her students towards growth. Although her current role is as a member of her school’s child study team, Kelinda provides direct instruction as in-class support for students with cognitive impairments and as a teacher during extended school year sessions. Kelinda is committed to encouraging her students to embrace challenges without fear, emphasizing that mistakes made while facing challenges promote self-growth and confidence. Her joy in her profession stems from providing a safe and nurturing environment for her students to think and strive.

Kelinda enjoys maintaining an active by going to the gym, particularly favoring Zumba and Aqua classes. She is also an avid traveler who relishes exploring new places and dining at exceptional restaurants.

Maria Z.

With over 29 years of dedicated experience as a classroom teacher, Maria has cultivated a strong foundation in teaching and leadership in private schools in San Antonio, Texas. As a versatile educator for grades 3-8, Maria led various extracurricular activities, including chess and math clubs, while serving as a mentor for new staff and a coordinator for multiple programs. Being a tutor allows Maria to teach with differentiated learning techniques which is invaluable for addressing the diverse needs of students at varying levels of ability and learning styles. By tailoring instruction to meet individual strengths and challenges, she creates a more inclusive and engaging learning environment which not only accommodates different learning preferences but also fosters a sense of ownership over the student’s education. Being nominated for Teacher of the Year twice in her career, exemplifies the respect Maria has from her peers not only as an educator, but also as a person of character.
Holding a B.A. in International Relations from St. Mary’s University and a K-8 Texas Teacher Certificate from the University of Texas at San Antonio, Maria is passionate about leveraging her initiative and strong work ethic to make a meaningful impact in education. Coming from a military family with roots in New York, her wanderlust to travel America comes naturally. She brings concepts from her travels into her teaching to give her students a wider depth of knowledge and connections to material.

MICHAELA M.

Michaela is a passionate and experienced educator who currently teaches grade 8 math and science, with a background in teaching grades 6, 7, and 8. She holds a Masters of Teaching degree from the University of Toronto through OISE (Ontario Institute for Studies in Education), specializing in Junior/Intermediate education with a teachable in Science and a specialist in Mathematics. Before transitioning to teaching, Michaela earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, specializing in paediatric nursing from the University of Western Ontario, giving her a strong foundation in problem-solving and working with diverse individuals.

Originally from Ontario, Michaela moved to Calgary, AB this past summer for a new adventure. Her journey as an educator has been enriched by a variety of experiences, including coaching soccer, volleyball, and basketball, tutoring literacy and math for Kindergarten to grade 8 students, and working as a pediatric nurse, and camp counsellor. These roles have shaped Michaela’s ability to connect with learners of all ages and foster their academic growth.

Michaela is dedicated to inspiring curiosity and a love of learning in her students. She believes that exploration and confidence-building are key to helping students achieve their goals. Her personalized and supportive approach ensures that every student feels empowered to succeed.

Outside the classroom, Michaela enjoys running, spending time outdoors, and creating memorable moments with her friends and family. She looks forward to helping students reach their full potential and discover the joy of learning!

Martha B.

Martha has a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration and focus on Reading and Literacy. With a background in education, Martha has experience developing and enhancing reading curricula to empower students academically throughout their academic studies. She also has experience preparing students for academic rigor by assessing social-emotional attitudes and overall well-being regarding reading and literacy. Student engagement is critical to academic success. Martha strives to educate students comprehensively and holistically.

Going by “Marsha” as her nickname, Marsha attended Louisiana State University for an undergraduate degree in Interdisciplinary Studies, while minoring in English, Sociology, and Women’s and Gender Studies. Educating to empower all those within her reach has always been her passion, as she believes that wisdom, knowledge, and understanding can eliminate barriers to prosperity, and provide a safety net that will impact generations. Knowledge is a powerful tool. Reading critically and analytically is a fundamental tool that paves the way to excel in all other subjects.

Marsha’s passion, commitment, resilience, and tenacity in serving students and families are interwoven into the fabric of her Being. She considers it an honor and privilege to provide families with high-quality tutoring. Marsha provides students with comprehensive tutoring which entails tailored academic support to assist students in thriving beyond their expectations.

Brendan G.

Brendan Gorman is committed to empowering students to advance achievement. With over 16 years of experience in education, specializing in grades 6th to 12th English Language Arts, Brendan has extensive experience working with gifted and talented populations. He partners with families to create engaging and effective instructional experiences. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from St. Francis College and a Master of Arts in School Building Leadership from St. John’s University.

In his spare time, Brendan works with a nonprofit that teaches public speaking skills to students around the country. Brendan has specific experience teaching writing in both AP courses and college credit courses. He has run review classes for college entrance exams and AP exams. He has also worked with students to craft college essays and supplements. He believes in the revolutionary impact of education and equipping students with the tools necessary to create a lasting impact in their academic careers. He also believes that bios can only tell you so much. Schedule a session to see if he is the right fit for your family!

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.