Charles B.
Dr. Barclay is a seasoned educator with over 20 years of teaching experience. He has taught learners in every grade and over fifteen subjects, including Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Earth Science, Reading, and Language Arts. Dr. Barclay holds a Bachelor’s degree with a double major in Political Science and Philosophy from the University of Maryland at College Park, a Master’s degree in Philosophy from Western Michigan University, a Master’s of Science in Logic, Computation and Philosophy from Carnegie Mellon University, and PhD in Philosophy from the University of Maryland at College Park. Dr. Barclay’s pedagogy has been acknowledged by others. In 2019, he was awarded the Graduate School’s Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award for AY 2018. This achievement is given to the top 2% of 4,000 Graduate Assistants in a given year.
Dr. Barclay has a range of experience in private tutoring, including tutoring students whose native language is not English. He understands that tutoring is not a one-size-fits-all approach, and, consequently, aims to work with students and their families to understand the unique needs of the students. To that end, Dr. Barclay tries to create a tailored tutoring approach, specific to the learner by walking the student through a range of assignments, including homework assignments and projects. When necessary, Dr. Barclay even communicates with the student’s teachers about missed work and additional resources that could enrich the student’s education. His commitment and wholistic approach to tutoring is seen in the success of his students – many of whom see significant improvements in test scores and overall GPA.
Finally, it should be noted that the breadth of Dr. Barclay’s teaching experience has given him opportunities to teach a wide range of students from the general student population to students with learning, mental, or physical disabilities. Indeed, some of Dr. Barclay’s students with special needs continued to be tutored by him even after graduating high school. Through his teaching experiences, Dr. Barclay recognizes that learning is a life-long journey and he is happy to play a role in the learner’s journey.
John R.
John Reaves is a Certified Teacher with a degree in Linguistics from Brock University, and a teaching degree from the University of Toronto.
He has taught children from Kindergarten to Grade 12 for over the past twelve years, including four years of teaching English at an International School in China.
John is a caring and committed teacher who works very hard to instil a love of lifelong learning in his students and help them develop their critical thinking skills and abilities. He prepares meaningful, thoughtful, engaging and interactive lessons intentionally designed to help his students achieve their academic potential.
John is an avid reader and enjoys historical books. In his free time, he enjoys hanging out with his family, playing volleyball and swimming. He’s also perfecting his learning of Mandarin Chinese.
Jessica M.
I am a special education teacher with specializations in English, Reading, and Developmental Education. I have been tutoring and teaching for 15 years. I believe in self regulation being the key to academic success, as well as identifying and understanding our mistakes in order to grow. I have taught Kindergarten, high school English, and all levels of developmental education. I am skilled in developing connections with students in order to get the best results and, more importantly, efforts from my students.
Sandra M.
Sandra holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Sciences from the University of South Florida and brings a strong academic foundation to her role as a tutor. For the past three years, she has worked with students ranging from Pre-K to college, teaching subjects such as English, chemistry, organic chemistry, and various math courses.
Sandra’s unique experience spans early childhood education and college-level tutoring, giving her a versatile and adaptive teaching style. She takes pride in making complex topics approachable and believes in creating a supportive, engaging learning environment tailored to each student’s needs.
She recently graduated in May 2025 and is currently pursuing a nursing degree at Nova Southeastern University. Sandra is passionate about helping students build both confidence and competence in their academic journeys. In her free time, she enjoys dancing, staying active, and spending time with friends and family.
RACHAEL K.
With a career spanning continents and cultures, Rachael brings a wealth of experience, empathy, and expertise to her work as an Educational Therapist. She holds a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Education, and a Masters in Leadership, along with a Special Education Specialization and ESL qualifications. Her extensive background includes roles as a reading, writing, and math interventionist, where she has supported students in building foundational skills with confidence and joy.
At the heart of Rachael’s teaching pedagogy is Social Emotional Learning (SEL)—the belief that nurturing emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills alongside academics creates the most fertile ground for student growth. Her work is guided by the understanding that when students feel seen, safe, and supported, their academic potential flourishes.
Rachael’s career began in Toronto, then took her to China for two years and Singapore for a decade. She has also led educational projects in China, Nepal, and Botswana, each experience deepening her global perspective.
Currently, Rachael is expanding her therapeutic practice through training in Animal Assisted Interventions and will begin her Masters in Psychology and Counselling in 2026. She’s passionate about the healing power of animals and their innate ability to connect with humans. Her youngest pup is in training to become her therapy assistant, working alongside her to help children and youth thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.
Sylvia K.
Sylvia has a Master of Teaching from OISE and a combined Honours degree in English and Philosophy from Dalhousie University. She is an Ontario Certified Teacher with over four years of experience in the Toronto District School Board. Sylvia is experienced and qualified in teaching high school English, Drama, and English Language Learning She has also taught Grade 10 Canadian History and Grade 9 Geography. Her additional qualifications include Reading Development, Guidance, and Senior Social Sciences.
Driven by a deep passion for writing and communication, Sylvia works closely with students to help them express ideas clearly and build confidence in a range of subjects. Her background in debate coaching enriches her teaching practice, allowing her to support students in exploring diverse perspectives and engaging critically with the world around them. She is committed to fostering inclusive, thoughtful learning environments for students of diverse interests and abilities.
AIDEN O.
Aidan O. is a PhD student in Communication & Culture at York University studying the politics of internet memes and social media. He has a masters degree in Media Studies from Western University and a bachelor’s degree in political studies from Queen’s University. Aidan is an experienced educator with a strong background in teaching communication, reading, writing and critical thinking skills. Aidan has worked as a graduate teaching assistant teaching in university classrooms, as a literacy tutor in elementary schools and in student’s homes and as a debate coach teaching students remotely over Zoom.
Aidan believes that teaching is a collective journey that requires an educator to move through the learning process with students and model attitudes and behaviors that reflect the practice and promote engagement with the subject matter. Learning is an acquisition of knowledge, but it is primarily a way of being in the world. Learning about literature, law, economics, history, science or philosophy is not just learning names of acclaimed authors and key concepts it is learning to carry on in our lives with critical questioning, eclectic curiosity and honesty about what we do not know. This understanding of the importance of teaching informs Aidan’s teaching and tutoring practice and motivates his journey to become a working professor. In his spare time Aidan enjoys cooking, listening to music and reading.
Cascille C.
Cascille is a highly experienced tutor with over 20 years of teaching and tutoring across all subjects and grade levels. A graduate of Tulane University, she is deeply committed to the belief that every student possesses unique strengths, learning styles, and talents. Her approach centers on recognizing and nurturing these individual qualities, helping students build confidence and achieve lasting academic success.
Her extensive experience has equipped her with a keen ability to personalize instruction. She specializes in identifying each student’s specific needs and tailoring her teaching methods to match their learning preferences. This individualized approach has led to consistent results, from elementary through university-level education, including for students with learning differences.
Many of Cascille’s students have remained with her throughout their entire academic journey—starting in elementary school and continuing through college—benefiting from her one-on-one, student-focused instruction. Her dedication has not only improved academic performance but also transformed students’ overall educational experiences.
For Cascille, tutoring and teaching is more than a profession—it is a calling.
Doug J.
Doug Joubert is an accredited elementary and middle school teacher, receiving his permanent teaching certificate from the State of Louisiana in June of 1982. Mr. Joubert has taught mostly in middle school in a self-contained classroom. Though he is credentialed to teach all subjects in grades 1-8, he considers middle school U.S. History, Math, Language Arts, and Literature his strongest subjects. From 1997 through 2024, he served in various capacities at Christian Brothers School, including the lead 5th grade teacher, tutoring students in methods to get “caught up” to the rigorous CBS advanced placement programs he taught; creating a program for students transitioning from elementary to middle school that emphasized study skills, note taking, organizational skills, and more; teaching project-based Computer Science the last ten years at CBS in addition to his Director of Technology responsibilities. Mr. Joubert truly believes in meeting his students where they are. He believes very strongly in the specific tenet of the founder of the Christian Brothers, John Baptist de La Salle, that in order to teach effectively, he must touch the hearts of his students. In his spare time, he likes making homemade bread and hanging out with his wife and son, especially when his son plays Minecraft.
RAHMI C.
Rahmi C. holds a Master of Science in Environmental Applied Science and Management, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences, both from Toronto Metropolitan University. Over the past three years, he’s taught more than 15 university courses, with an emphasis on subjects like first-year chemistry, biology, physics, and calculus, as well as lab-based and senior-level biomedical sciences courses. Throughout his time as a teaching assistant, Rahmi also supported exam preparation and proctoring, giving him a deep understanding of how to help students succeed at every level.
In addition to his university experience, Rahmi has tutored students from Grades 2 to 8, focusing on small group or one-on-one settings to give each student the attention they deserve. He regularly visited students’ schools, reviewed assignments in advance, and worked directly with their teachers to better understand their strengths and areas for improvement. His goal is always to build confidence, not just comprehension.
Outside of academics, Rahmi runs an international export business, which has sharpened his communication and problem-solving skills. He brings that same attention to detail and relationship-building to his tutoring style.
When he’s not working, Rahmi enjoys volleyball, gaming, and spending time with his two cats, Machu and Pichu — named after his bucket-list destination, Machu Picchu.