CARMEL Y.
Carmel Youkhana completed her Bachelor of Education at Nipissing University in April 2022. Prior to this, she attended Wilfrid Laurier University where she enjoyed completing her undergraduate degree in Kinesiology. Throughout her teenage years, Carmel loved working at various summer camps and tutored English, which is where her passion for working with children began. As she continued to take on teaching roles during her university career, she realized her love for education and learning. For the past year and a half, Carmel has had the pleasure of teaching English to international students ages 3-12 through an online learning platform. She believes in fostering confidence in all her students and has a passion for making learning an enjoyable experience.
During her teaching practicum, Carmel taught students in the intermediate/senior division, specifically grade 8’s and all grades in high school. She has taught a variety of subjects in the classroom but has always had a knack for science/biology and English. Carmel’s job as an English teacher has given her the opportunity to work with a wide range of students in a one- on-one setting, developing her ability to build strong relationships and personalize lessons. She has a strong desire to see students succeed and will guide them to reaching their full potential. Outside of teaching, you can find Carmel hiking, rock climbing, snowboarding, and spending quality time with her friends and family.
SARA D.
Sara is an Ontario Certified Teacher. She graduated from Queen’s University with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. Sara also holds a post graduate diploma in Human Services Administration from Sheridan College, as well as a Master of Science in Education from Medaille College in Buffalo, NY.
Prior to completing her education degree Sara spent a year in Tokyo, Japan where she taught English to adults and children. She has over 20 years of tutoring experience including all elementary subjects, as well as ESL and math up to grade 10. Sara is currently teaching at a private school where she has been working for 12 years, having taught grades 3, 5, 7, and 8. She also has experience running extra-curricular programs in math and science enrichment, teaching visual art classes for children, and running a summer art camp.
Sara is kind and patient, and she genuinely enjoys helping her students build confidence and find success. She takes the time to get to know each of her students so that she can ensure they are interested in their own learning, and that they have fun! W
MARIAH M.
Mariah is an Ontario Certified Teacher for JK-6 and a graduate of York University. She studied Children, Childhood and Youth Studies with a minor in History, and concurrently pursued her Bachelors of Education degree. Mariah has had a variety of volunteer, placement and work opportunities with children aside from teaching with the Peel District School Board. She volunteered with Nanny Angel Network providing free specialized in-home child care for mothers with cancer. Mariah also worked at Oakwood Academy which provides a unique approach to teaching children with ASD and other needs.
Mariah has a passion for travel and the arts. Mariah did a study abroad summer course in which she could learn more about Greek history, while in Greece. Her love of musical theatre and the arts saw her from attending summer camps, volunteering, and later, working with a local children’s theatre production company.
JOCELYN H.
Jocelyn graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Guelph in 2023 and is now pursuing her Bachelor of Education at Ontario Tech University. With 2.5 years of experience as an Emergency Supply Teacher and after-school tutor with the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board, she has worked with students from Kindergarten to Grade 8, fostering both academic growth and personal development.
Her experience across multiple elementary schools has honed her ability to adapt to diverse teaching styles and student needs, allowing her to build strong connections and create engaging, supportive learning environments. As an after-school tutor, she has helped students strengthen their math, reading, writing, and vocabulary skills with patience and encouragement.
Jocelyn is deeply passionate about student well-being, prioritizing mental health and emotional support to ensure every student feels valued, confident, and ready to learn. With her enthusiasm, adaptability, and dedication, she strives to make every learning experience meaningful and fun!
ANGELA E-C.
Angela Erskine Cranston is an Ontario Certified Teacher, Child and Youth Practitioner, Fine Arts painter.
She grew up in Kingston, Jamaica. After finishing high school, Angela attended the Edna Manley College of the Visual and Preforming Arts where she completed a Diploma in Painting and Printmaking. She then attended the Mico University College where she completed a Diploma in teaching. Angela taught Visual Arts at the intermediate/senior division in Jamaica before moving to the Turks and Caicos Islands. While still in the Turks and Caicos Islands, Angela jumped at the opportunity when it came for her to teach in the primary/junior division. She taught grade 4 literacy for 4 years.
Through these experiences in and aboard, Angela developed a passion for teaching and working with special needs children. This propelled her to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Child and Youth Care at the Humber College, Toronto. After receiving her Bachelors, she decided to go one step further to completing her Master’s in Education with a specialization in special education at the Walden University, Minnesota.
Presently, Angela works for the School Board. She supports the improvement of students with special needs as well as students in the general education classroom. She believes in engaging and building strong healthy relationships with children, youth, and their family.
In Angela’s spare time, she enjoys travelling and spending time with family. Angela also enjoys painting and exhibiting her artworks in galleries. She has shared in several young professional and young generation group exhibitions for Jamaican artists presenting works in Jamaica’s galleries. Angela’s most recent artworks is on display at the Beaux Art Gallery, Brampton.
DANIEL C.
My name is Daniel. I am qualified to teach Grades K – 12. My teachable subject areas include the Social Sciences, Mathematics, and Law. I also hold additional qualifications in special education (I have my special education specialist), religion, and autism. I have taught a diverse range of subjects. I have experience working with students in the Moderate Communication Program and the Planning for Independence Program in the Dufferin Peel Catholic District School Board. I have both in-person and virtual teaching experience with special needs and mainstream students in multiple school boards. This includes the Halton Public, Halton Catholic, Peel Catholic, & the Hamilton – Wentworth Catholic District School Board. I have had IEP students with various learning needs in many of my online and in-person classes. I also have diverse teaching experience as I have worked with students across the GTA from grades K-12 through the publicly funded education system and private tutoring. I am now a permanent secondary teacher with the Hamilton – Wentworth Catholic District School Board. As a tutor, I am experienced in delivering customized learning plans designed to address each student’s needs. I strive to support students in developing self-confidence in their academic abilities, and work hard to improve their study habits with the goal of achieving academic success.
HELEN S.
Helen is a retired French teacher who has worked with the Toronto DSB for 35 years (still substitutes there). Teaching is her dream job so she considers herself very fortunate. It’s where she shines. Helen is a lifelong learner and has no intention of stopping. She attended the concurrent education program at York University, graduating with both her B.A. in French and B.Ed with French teaching qualifications. She has completed several AQs, including P1 and P2 Reading. Even though Helen has predominantly taught French, there was much more teaching/learning happening than just language teaching. Helen feels the most important thing she can do for her students is to make connections with them and meet them where they are at. This would naturally lead to setting students up for success no matter how they feel about their progress. Helen loves language and she wants to instil that in her students. She is most passionate about reading because reading is a means to acquire knowledge and knowledge is power. Helen want all her students to feel empowered to follow their dreams and reach their goals.
Being a lifelong learner and retired, Helen is able to give more time to the many interests and hobbies that she has. She volunteers for Habitat For Humanity She and her dog are a therapy dog team visiting seniors and schools, hospitals and summer camps. She is a certified children’s yoga teacher and after retirement, she worked part-time at Apple, sharing her love of tech with her customers. She hopes to tutor as long as her heart, mind and body allow.
JULIA C.
Julia Carreiro is an Ontario Certified Teacher. She grew up in Mississauga and moved to St. Catharine’s to complete her undergraduate degree in Child and Youth studies at Brock University. Upon her completion of her Bachelor of Arts degree, Julia attended York University to complete her Bachelor of Education. Julia has always had a passion for teaching, and it is through small group instruction where this passion really flourishes. Julia believes that through getting to know her students personally, she is better able to meet their individual needs and cater to their style of learning. As an educator, she believes that learning is an ongoing process as we navigate through life. She believes that teaching and educating should be an environment where student’s thoughts and opinions are heard and valued. Julia enjoys creating and maintaining learning environments where students are encouraged to co-create learning goals and success criteria alongside the teacher to meet curriculum expectations. Julia has experience creating different reading and writing clubs before and after school for students from JK-Grade 6. She enjoys working closely with students to ensure their understanding and progress. During the summer months, Julia loves to travel and immerse herself in many different cultures around the world. Julia has grown to appreciate the diversity of Ontario schools and believes that everyone brings their own gifts to a classroom. Julia also enjoys playing sports and staying active. This passion has led her to coach many school teams including soccer, basketball, and volleyball. She believes that students can learn a lot about themselves and others through sports and teamwork
GABRIELA G.
Gabriela is a graduate from the Master of Teaching program at the University of Toronto – OISE, in the primary/junior/intermediate divisions. She holds a certification as an Early Childhood Educator. Gabriela is also fluent in reading, writing and speaking Spanish. Gabriela has experience teaching all subject areas and has volunteered in elementary school classrooms. During her time at the University of Toronto, she focused her research on different types of supports that can be provided for students with ADHD, within the school system. As such, she understands that students have different needs, and as teachers, their primary job is to support students’ individual learning needs. She believes students have an extensive range of abilities and are capable of achieving anything and everything they put their minds on, with the correct guidance and support. In her spare time, Gabriela enjoys being around nature, hiking, running, training and spending time with family and friends.
LISA F.
Lisa is an Ontario Certified Teacher who is qualified to teach K-12. She attended Brock University where she completed the Concurrent Education Program and received both her B.A with a minor in French and Geography as well as her B.Ed. She proceed to complete her Masters of Education at Brock in 2015 with a focus on Leadership and Administration. Lisa has been teaching for approximately 8 years and enjoys helping children learn and understand fundamental skills required to be successful in education and life. She likes to make learning relatable and meaningful by connecting the concepts to hobbies and interests that the child enjoys.
Lisa strives to be a source of positivity and aims to motivate her students to always try their best and work as hard as possible to achieve all of their dreams and goals. She hopes to encourage a passion for life-long learning and to provide students with the tools and confidence they need to be successful in all they do.
In addition to her commitment to her students and education, Lisa enjoys reading books, watching films and tv shows, and going on long walks with her two dogs, Luna and Diesel. She is very passionate about her “furry children” and enjoys finding new trails and places to explore with them. She loves music, art, museums, and historical areas and looks to continue to broaden her knowledge in these areas.
Lisa looks forward to meeting you and making learning meaningful to your child!