DIANNE S.

Hello! My name is Dianne and I recently graduated teachers college in 2023. I have worked with children for many years both in education and as a nanny. During my high school years, I tutored for my community service hours and during my university years I worked within different classrooms as well as a classroom tutor. I have experience from K-6 but can most definitely help with grade 7 and 8! I look forward to helping students achieve success in school!

AVA T.

My name is Ava T. I am a student teacher at the University of Winnipeg in the Integrated Education Program. I am currently obtaining a major in French and a minor in Psychology with a focus in the Senior Stream. My specialized areas include French (all ages), English (all ages) and Kindergarten to grade 5 general school work. I have lots of experience working with students from ages 6-11 as I was a CSI Instructor through Boys and Girls Club Canada. I independently ran a classroom while guiding and assessing students on their academic standing. I modified my lesson plans to better accommodate diverse needs, all while making it a fun summer program! I believe learning should be fun and there is always room for mistakes, that’s how we improve! I strongly consider reading and writing a key component not only in education, but in daily life as it’s transferable into everything we do. I grew up speaking three languages and I believe that bilingualism is such an important skill to have. I grew up as a French Immersion student myself, and It has brought me numerous opportunities both professionally and socially. In my spare time, I love doing Portuguese cultural dancing for Folklorama, reading, walking my dog and spending time with friends and family!

Maggie O.

Maggie is an Ontario Certified teacher. Her family emigrated from Ireland to Canada when she was nine years old. Now Maggie lives in Toronto with her eleven year old daughter Aisling and Sammy, their Nova Scotia Duck Toller puppy. Maggie is known for her kind and patient humour and her compelling confidence in children. With strengths across the curriculum, she describes her teaching practice as evidence-based, guided-inquiry as influenced by her lived experiences as a student, parent and academic. For example, her primary school language learning in Irish Gaelic and high school exchange in France, where she completed the Baccalauréat de langue et litterature francaises, planted seeds for her later interest in ethnomathematics and culturally responsive teaching. In 2003 Maggie graduated with a BA in Fine Art History from the University of Toronto, and went on to teach yoga and mindfulness in newcomer, youth and justice-adjacent facilities. Twenty years later she completed an Honours BA in Political Science and Indigenous Studies also at U of T, where she became a learner of a local Ojibwe language (Anishinaabemowin). This June 2025, she will receive an MA in Child Study and Education from the Department of Applied Psychology and Human Development, OISE, U of T. During this degree, Maggie’s studies focused on themes of student equity, motivation and peer-based learning and she further developed her knowledge of play and arts integration. Additional defining characteristics include her unreasonable enthusiasm for diving into icy cold water, and her favourite sock colour being tie-dye-rainbow. This summer, Maggie and Aisling are competing in their first triathlon events.

GRACE N.

Grace is currently a Mechanical Engineering student at the University of Calgary. She first gained teaching experience working as a children’s Karate teacher. As an instructor, Grace helped children develop confidence and focus, simultaneously learning how to keep things fun while managing high-energy personalities and difficult learning situations. Additionally, Grace built upon her experiences by tutoring high school students through peer tutoring programs. This is where she was able to strengthen her abilities in simplifying complex topics while being empathetic and encouraging. Through both her experience as a tutor, and as a student herself, Grace has learned many strategies to work with different learning styles and achieve success.

Tutoring is very meaningful to Grace, as she loves to help others learn and grow. Though currently enrolled in engineering, Grace’s love for teaching has inspired her to pursue an education degree once completing her current studies. When not busy with school, Grace likes to spend her time drawing and helping out in her community! Whether it’s helping someone solve a tricky math problem or encouraging a student to reach their full potential, Grace finds true joy in supporting others in their educational journeys!

Charlotte D. M.

Charlotte recently completed her French Concurrent Education degree in French Studies and French Education at Glendon College with York University. She is certified by the Ontario College of Teachers and brings a strong background in both French and English instruction. Her teaching journey has been shaped by a wide range of experiences, not only in the classroom, but also through one-on-one tutoring, summer camps, and various children and youth programs. These experiences have given her the opportunity to work with learners of different ages, backgrounds, and skill levels, helping each one find confidence and joy in their learning journey.
Charlotte is passionate about language learning and deeply values the connections she builds with her students. Whether she’s teaching French grammar, exploring literature, or supporting language acquisition in a tutoring session, her focus is always on making learning engaging, accessible, and fun. She believes that students learn best when they feel safe, supported, and genuinely cared for, and she strives to create that kind of environment every day.
Known for her creative and curious spirit, Charlotte spends her days outside of the classroom reading books, journaling, exploring nature, and tackling new DIY projects. These hobbies not only bring her joy but also inspire the creative energy she brings to her teaching practice. Above all, Charlotte is committed to lifelong learning and to helping others discover their own unique strengths as learners.

Bianca B.

Bianca is a third year Concurrent Education student majoring in mathematics at Queen’s University, Kingston where she has been on the Dean’s Honour List for three consecutive years. In 2022, she graduated high school from Bayview Glen Independent School with recognition and awards in French. During her time at Bayview Glen, she tutored many individuals in math as well as the French language. She broke down topics which made it easier for the students to understand. Her teaching journey includes a shadow experience at Bayview Glen Independent School and a current practicum at Annunciation Catholic School, where she supports small group learning, helps with lessons, and assists in day-to-day classroom routines.

Bianca is extremely determined and passionate about helping students succeed. Having struggled with math herself, she understands how frustrating it can be to have trouble grasping a concept—and she knows what it takes to overcome those challenges. She believes that success comes from asking multiple questions, practicing consistently, and not giving up on yourself. For her, repetition and determination are the key ingredients to real progress and confidence in math.

During her free time, Bianca enjoys reading, listening to music and playing basketball.

Yetunde A.

Yetunde is a French instructor with over 35 years teaching experience in the international setting. With a Bachelor of Arts degree in French and a Masters in ESL, her experience spans working within a classroom setting and personalized one-on-one lessons.
She started her teaching career at the Alliance Française, the largest and oldest network of French language and cultural centers in the world (founded in 1883 in Paris), working with professionals, students, and stay at home parents.
She has a proven track record of 32 years working with Elementary and Middle school students at the American International School of Lagos, Nigeria.
Her experience also includes working with high school students at The Academy of The Holy Cross in Kensington, MD.
As a seasoned, passionate and dedicated educator, she thrives in lively, engaging classrooms and enjoys making learning fun.
She is a hands-on teacher who creates a stimulating and interactive learning environment where students are both challenged and inspired.
Her goal is to motivate and support every child, encouraging them to persevere and achieve their full potential.
She touches the lives of her students, young and old, beginners through advanced, and delights in being a part of their French language adventure.

BRIANNA M.

Brianna is pursuing a Bachelors of Math and Education with a minor in French at the University of Lethbridge. Brianna excelled during her first practicum, receiving high marks and outstanding feedback. Including comments regarding a natural teaching ability, and a strong passion for teaching.

JULIE B.

Julie has a Bachelor of Education degree from Trinity Western University in Langley, BC. She completed the Professional Development Program at Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, BC. Julie has experience working as an ESL Tutor, an Academic Tutor and as an Elementary Classroom Teacher from Kindergarten to grade 7. She has experience tutoring students both in-person and online. Julie enjoys cooking, baking, singing and walking in natural settings with family and friends.

Jaden A.

Jaden graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and a minor in French. During her studies, she had the opportunity to work on research in a chemistry lab during a five-month study abroad in Strasbourg, France. Jaden has worked in teaching roles for children all her life, and she’s spent the last year teaching middle school science (6th-8th grade) at a K-12 school. She helped further develop the curricula and increased the emphasis on laboratory experiments each class, convicted to teach through hands-on experience. Whether she is teaching horseback riding or forces and work, Jaden believes that allowing students to forge their own way to understanding Nature’s laws helps them develop confidence and fires their curiosity.