Yolanda R.

Yolanda is an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) with many years of experience teaching French, Spanish and Italian, languages she is fully fluent in. In addition to teaching mainly at the high school level, Yolanda is also a seasoned tutor. She enjoys working with students of all ages, one on one, as she maintains high curricular learning expectations delivered with positivity and encouragement.

Julia P.

With over a decade of experience tutoring learners of all ages in literacy-based subjects—including English, Geography, History, and Social Studies—and up to Grade 6 in Math and Science, I bring both expertise and enthusiasm to every lesson. As an OCT-certified high school teacher with a Master’s degree in Education, I am passionate about helping students succeed not only academically, but also in building confidence and curiosity. My approach is rooted in kindness, fun, and meaningful relationships, because I believe learning flourishes when students feel supported and inspired. Alongside academics, I also bring a love for teaching yoga, encouraging balance, focus, and wellbeing as part of the learning journey.

Luca F.

Luca is a fourth-year Humanities student at York University, currently pursuing an Honours Bachelor of Arts with a concentration in language and cultural studies. He has earned a Certificate of Proficiency in Italian Language at York University.
Luca is eager to apply his academic background and communication skills in a professional setting. He values clarity, patience, and aims to support students in developing confidence in their learning.
Outside of his studies, Luca maintains an active lifestyle through tennis, soccer, yoga, and regular workouts. He looks forward to contributing to a positive learning environment and gaining experience while helping others achieve their academic goals.

EMILY L.

Sabrina D. B.

Sabrina is beginning her 23rd year as an elementary school educator for the Dufferin Peel Catholic District School Board. She developed a passion for children from a very young age and knew she wanted to pursue a career in education, leading her to begin volunteering in daycares, schools, and babysitting in her early teen years. Sabrina received a double major degree in French and Italian Language and Linguistics from the University of Toronto and subsequently went into the Faculty of Education at York University. She began teaching right after graduation and embarked upon a versatile professional journey with students of all ages. The majority of her experience is in the elementary classroom in the junior and intermediate divisions, however she is also specialized in early reading strategies and has helped several children bridge the gaps in their literacy skills in the primary grades, summer school sessions, and private tutoring. Additionally, Sabrina acted as an instructional coach for her school board to mentor teachers in their daily teaching practices, with an emphasis on numeracy, literacy, inquiry and technology. Sabrina also has French, Italian, and Religion as teachables for high school, which led her to take on a position for modern languages on Saturdays with Grade 11-12 students. Although this was an enriching experience, her passion remains with guiding younger children along their personal learning endeavors. In her spare time, Sabrina is an advocate for wellness and mental well-being. She embeds this philosophy within her classroom to create a comfortable and safe learning space for her students by incorporating daily mindfulness activities to coach them on how to manage stress and their emotions. Sabrina makes her own well-being a priority by remaining active on a daily basis – through nature hikes, yoga practice, and strength training – and practicing her own mindfulness techniques through prayer, reading, and journaling.

Cynthia P.

Cynthia is a certified teacher with a doctoral degree in education. She has over 20 years experience teaching both in the classroom and tutoring. As a school teacher she worked mainly with middle school students. As a tutor she has worked with students from first grade to the college level. Her years of experience and passion for teaching (and learning) give her the expertise needed to create targeted lessons that support learning and meet her students’ specific educational needs.

Dr. Pellegrini got her doctoral degree from Florida International University. She has a master’s degree in reading and learning disabilities from the University of Miami and a bachelor’s degree in the social sciences. She also studied in Italy where she lived and taught English to high school students and to adults. Cynthia is fluent in English, Spanish, and Italian.
Outside of her professional life, Cynthia enjoys gardening, watching documentaries, travelling, playing with her animals, and of course, reading. She often uses knowledge gained from these passions to connect with her students and spark their curiosity for places and things they may know little or nothing about.

Cynthia understands children and has a knack for creating a good rapport with her students. She makes them feel comfortable and makes every effort to celebrate their progress and successes. With her, students are made to feel like new challenges are always surmountable, with a little effort. Cynthia’s students enjoy her classes while working hard to reach their academic goals.

GIUSY V.

Are you planning a trip to Italy? Do you have Italian roots? Or maybe you’re simply passionate about the Italian language and culture? I’m here to help you learn Italian in a fun, personalized, and effective way — directly from the comfort of your home!

My name is Giusy, and I’m a native Italian speaker with years of experience teaching Italian to students of all levels — from complete beginners to advanced learners. I currently live in Canada and offer one-on-one online lessons tailored to your personal goals, pace, and interests.

What I offer:
-Customized Italian lessons (grammar, conversation, listening, reading)
-Clear and patient explanations
-Friendly and professional attitude
-Flexible scheduling
-Supportive material provided (PDFs, exercises, audio files)
-Focus on real-life Italian for travel, family, work, or fun!

Whether you want to improve your speaking skills, prepare for a trip, connect with your heritage, or just start from zero — I’ll guide you step by step with engaging lessons and constant support.

Rebekah A.

Rebekah A. (she/they) is completing her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Villanova University. Her counseling background, combined with over a decade of experience working with children, make it easy to build strong bonds with each student that she tutors. As a counselor, Rebekah believes that the best changes happens when a student feels comfortable and safe in a learning environment, so her first priority is to cultivate a trusting relationship with each child and family. Parents appreciate her patience, kindness, and sincerity.

Rebekah’s diverse tutoring experiences make her an ideal fit for a wide range of families. Her years of experience tutoring students ages 7-22 make her perfect for families with multiple children in need of support, and Rebekah’s multidisciplinary expertise qualifies her to tutor in many subject areas, including languages, writing, math, biology, and chemistry. Most notably, Rebekah specializes in math support (4th grade-algebra 2) for students with math learning disorders (dyscalculia). She also has four years of experience as a professional writing tutor, assisting students of many ages to improve their writing in English, Spanish, and Italian.

A lifelong learner, Rebekah has always been drawn to the helping professions. As a future therapist, she values the relational aspect of tutoring, and looks forward to supporting your child on their journey towards success.

MILANNA G.

Milanna G. is working towards completing her B.Ed in Secondary Education at St. Mary’s University. She currently has Bachelor of Arts degrees in English and Psychology from Mount Royal University. Her practicum experience allowed her to work in a range of disciplines from junior high English and Drama to high school English and Art as well as assisting in elementary classes and other school events. Her passion is reading and writing and she is devoted to and skilled in 16th-20th century literature, drama, and poetry. She is actively learning more about Indigenous Education, assisting diverse learners and how to best support them, and finding new strategies on teaching and learning. She wants to inspire passion and the joy of reading and writing to the youth, to help coach students to develop their skills for their education journey and to help make the discipline a rewarding and positive experience.

Stephanie K.

Stephanie is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science (BSc) at the University of Toronto, specializing in Human Biology with minors in Human Physiology and Italian. With a passion for healthcare and education, she has developed strong analytical and organizational skills through various roles in the medical and academic fields.
In addition to her medical experience and academic journey, Stephanie has a strong foundation in education, having tutored students in biology, chemistry, and math from grades 8 to 12. Her ability to simplify complex concepts has helped students improve their understanding and confidence in these subjects. Her diverse skill set, commitment to excellence, and passion for helping others make her a valuable asset in any healthcare or educational setting.