Jennifer C.
Jen graduated from the University of Maine at Farmington with a Bachelor’s Degree in secondary education mathematics, and completed a Masters Degree in Online Teaching and Learning from Concordia University. Jen taught almost every subject available in high school mathematics and for the past two years tutors students preparing to take the SAT. She taught math for about 20 years! She is passionate about helping people and making meaningful connections that promote the desire for life long learning.
Outside of class, Jen works in Real Estate and has many hobbies including running, biking, swimming, lifting weights, reading, and spending time with family and friends.
VANESSA G.
Vanessa graduated with a Master of Science from the University of Toronto, specializing in cell and developmental biology. She is currently a Research Scientist at the University of Toronto, studying a protein pathway involved in epithelial (skin) cancers. Vanessa is also a Teacher’s Assistant and teaches lab sections of undergraduate level biology courses. She also has 3+ years of formal tutoring experience, teaching all levels of Biology and Chemistry (AP, IB, University level), as well as Science at the elementary-high school level. In her spare time, Vanessa enjoys going out for coffee and pastries with her friends, and training martial arts. Vanessa believes that each student learns differently, and she believes that getting to know your student is the best way to understand how they learn, as well as implementing accountability and self-discipline through a mentor-mentee relationship rather than the traditional teacher-student relationship.
Marisa T.
Marisa is a dedicated tutor and accomplished student currently pursuing a double major in Political Science and Economics at McGill University. With a strong academic foundation and a passion for education, Marisa has honed her expertise across a wide range of subjects, including Math, English, Economics, and History.
Her teaching experience is rooted in years of involvement with academic clubs, debating, and leadership roles, including participation in Model UN and organizing TEDx events. These opportunities have allowed Marisa to develop clear and effective communication skills, as well as a deep understanding of how to break down complex concepts into manageable steps for learners of all levels.
Marisa’s teaching philosophy emphasizes adaptability, ensuring that each session is tailored to the unique needs and learning styles of her students. She is known for creating a positive and supportive environment where students feel encouraged to ask questions and tackle challenges confidently. Her approach includes structured lesson planning, targeted exercises for difficult topics, and engaging activities for younger learners.
In addition to her academic achievements, Marisa has extensive experience helping students prepare for exams, improve grades, and build a strong understanding of their subjects. Her goal is to make learning less stressful and more rewarding for every student she works with.
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.
Chantelle Z.
Chantelle graduated from the University of Victoria with a Bachelor of Elementary Education in 2020. She is a certified teacher and has over 12 years of experience working with children in various capacities. She has taught Kindergarten to Grade 6 both as a classroom teacher and a teacher on call. Prior to this, she had experience in child care, camp counselling, daycare and tutoring. Chantelle has always enjoyed working with children and has a passion for learning that she wants to pass onto her students to help foster within them a lifelong love for learning. She enjoys finding new and creative ways to engage her students in learning whether it’s phonics and reading or science and math. She also recognizes that each individual learns differently and wants to help set her students up for success by meeting them where they are at. Chantelle personally loves teaching literacy as it was an area of interest and strength for her growing up. She believes that building positive relationships with her students is crucial to creating a safe and fun learning environment for everyone involved. In her free time, Chantelle loves spending time with friends and family or in nature, experimenting with art, listening to music and podcasts, playing soccer, and tending to her tropical plant collection. It also couldn’t go without mentioning that she is always excited to participate in any activity involving animals, especially dogs!
Felix C-M.
Félix a obtenu un diplôme d’études collégiales (DEC) en sciences pures et appliquées au Collège Dawson. Il poursuit ensuite des études en sciences environnementales et sociales à l’Université de Montréal. Une de ses matières de spécialité comprend les mathématiques du niveau primaire à cégep. Félix a plus de 5 ans d’expérience en tutorat et a obtenu de nombreux prix académiques durant son parcours scolaire. De plus, en 2021, Félix a suivi un cours de tutorat pédagogique de français pour maîtriser des compétences en tutorat. Il a également de l’expérience de tutorat avec des étudiants de niveau primaire à cégep en français. Félix s’intéresse beaucoup à la transition environnementale et sociale et il est impliqué dans plusieurs associations. Il aime faire de l’exercice; il court compétitivement et fait du ski de fond en hiver.
Félix earned a cégep diploma (DEC) in Pure and Applied Sciences at Dawson College. He then went on to study environmental and social science at Université de Montreal. His speciality subjects include Math and Physics covering Calculus 1, 2, 3, and Linear Algebra. Felix has over 5 years of tutoring experience and has obtained multiple academic awards in his area of speciality. Furthermore, in 2021 Felix completed a pedagogical tutoring course to master his tutoring technique. He also has experience tutoring students in Elementary-Cégep level French. Felix is deeply interested in the environmental and social transition and he is involved in several associations. He loves to exercise as he runs competitively and cross country skis during winter.
Ella H.
Ella Handley is currently a Teaching Candidate in the Okanagan School of Education at the University of British Columbia Okanagan. She has completed her undergraduate studies specializing in chemistry at UBC Okanagan. Ella has always loved working with children and helping them succeed in what they are working towards. She has spent the last 4 years as a supervisor at a summer camp and tutoring children in elementary math. She grew up in Castlegar, British Columbia where she fell in love with camping and being on the lake. In her spare time she participates in competitive 5 pin bowling. Ella believes that every child can excel if they are given the chance and meeting the child where they are at is critical in helping them move forward in their academic endeavours.
ZEINAB F.
Zeinab holds a bachelor’s degree in System Engineering from Japan and a master’s degree in Biomechanics from McGill University. Currently, she works as a Senior Technology Officer in the financial management sector, where she applies her technical expertise and analytical skills to solve complex challenges.
Zeinab is deeply passionate about mathematics and is dedicated to sharing her enthusiasm with others. Since high school, she has been teaching math, helping students see how the subject can be both easy and enjoyable. Over the years, she has tutored a diverse range of students, from high schoolers to university attendees in Montreal, fostering a love for math in each of them.
Her approach to teaching is rooted in patience, commitment, and a belief that every student can succeed with the right guidance. Zeinab is driven by the idea that math is not just about numbers but a beautiful language that can be understood and appreciated by everyone. Her dedication to her students’ success is unwavering, and she takes pride in helping them achieve their academic goals. Zeinab’s commitment to her work and her students is a testament to her belief that learning math can be a rewarding and transformative experience.
Nadia M.
Nadia is a dedicated second-year Health Sciences student in CEGEP. Since her first year, she has been passionately tutoring fellow students, finding great fulfillment in helping others succeed. Nadia is a strong advocate for the value of knowledge-sharing and believes that transmitting the skills and insights she has gained is a truly honourable pursuit. Most importantly, she is thrilled to meet you and eager to support your academic journey!
MAYA B.
Maya has completed a degree in English Education and a Master’s in Teaching Primary Specialization. Being a full-time teacher for six years, Maya has enriched students’ lives both in Malaysia and Australia. Clearly, her teaching experience has been as diverse as her travel itinerary! She is a firm believer in the idea that there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to education. She focuses on creating effective learning experiences tailored to each student’s strengths and areas for growth. Her skills in patience, creativity, and adaptability ensure that every lesson is as engaging as a page-turning novel or a catchy tune. In her spare time, Maya enjoys reading novels, listening to music and traveling with family and friends.