SASHA E.
Sasha is an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) with a diverse range of teaching experience across various grade levels. Currently working at the Junior division of an independent IB school in Toronto, she is passionate about creating engaging and inquiry-based lessons that inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and communication. With a Bachelor in Educational Psychology and a Master in Teaching in Elementary Education, Sasha has the skills to design at hands-on and engaging lessons that cater to the individual needs of her students.
Her teaching experience spans a variety of settings, including Reggio Emilia schools and international programs, allowing her to bring a well-rounded and diverse approach to her work. She believes in the importance of creating lessons that cater to needs, interests, and strengths of each individual student to provide them the environment to thrive.
Outside of the classroom, Hayley is passionate about field hockey and baking. She is also a proud pet owner of her spunky orange cat named Frankie! With a commitment to continuous professional growth, Sasha is dedicated to supporting students in their educational journey, helping them develop both academic skills and a love of learning.
Jared D.
Jared D. is a certified science educator and academic tutor with a degree in Animal Science and over eight years of experience teaching students in grades 6–12. Known for his ability to make complex scientific concepts clear, engaging, and approachable, Jared has helped countless students build confidence in subjects ranging from general science to advanced biology and chemistry. He specializes in tailoring instruction to each learner’s needs, creating supportive, structured sessions that foster both understanding and enthusiasm for learning. Jared’s students appreciate his patience, consistency, and knack for breaking big ideas into manageable steps.
Ms. H. Jang
Ms. Jang taught Math and Mandarin for 28 years at Hilltop High School, Bonita Vista Middle School, Eastlake Middle School and Options Secondary School in Chula Vista, California. She also has taught Financial Accounting and Mandarin at Southwestern College in Chula Vista, California.
Ms. Jang has a BA in Western Languages and Literature from National Cheng-chi University, Taipei, Taiwan, MS in Accountancy from San Diego State and has passed the CPA license examinations, and a teaching credential from San Diego State.
She is best known for her passion to teach math and her dedication to her students. She firmly believes that each one of us is capable of learning anything and needs to be seen as an individual learner who has his/her own strengths and needs. She emphasizes the individual pacing based on assessments and building trusting relationships with students and parents to facilitate and further the desired learning goals and outcomes.
Ms. Jang has been married for 35 years, has an adult daughter and son. In her spare time, she likes to decorate her yards with garden flowers and plants and rescue struggling plants. Additionally, she likes to cook homemade meals, travel, learn a different language (Japanese currently,) listen to watch true crime stories in podcasts, audibles or on TV. Her all time favorite hobby would be the thrills of bargain shoppings. She also likes to give a her helping hand as needed when she can.
Gregory N.
Gregory is an experienced Math and Science tutor with a long-standing passion for helping students grow in confidence, skill, and academic performance. With decades of instructional experience across K–12 and adult education, Gregory brings deep expertise in algebra, geometry, high school math, SAT/ACT math and science prep, and foundational skills for younger learners.
Gregory has served as an instructor and tutor at Huntington Learning Center, where he prepared high school students for success on the SAT and ACT—particularly in the math and science sections—and supported K–12 students through extended learning programs. He has also taught algebra at Austin Community College as part of their college prep program and has extensive experience working with students who have learning differences.
Known for his patience, warmth, and relationship-focused approach, Gregory creates a positive, no-pressure learning atmosphere that helps students engage, take risks, and believe in their abilities. He uses encouragement, play-based learning when appropriate, and thoughtful questioning to strengthen comprehension and build lasting confidence.
Gregory’s career also includes work as a substitute teacher, GED instructor, small-business owner, and corporate manager—experiences that enrich his ability to connect learning with real-world applications.
TIAN Z.
Tian holds a Biochemistry degree from the University of Calgary, a Master’s in Genetics and Genomics from the University of Glasgow, and a PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from the University of Calgary. He began tutoring his peers in high school and university and later taught for the University of Calgary’s iGEM (International Genetically Engineered Machine) team during his PhD.
Tian believes that an educator’s role is to nurture students’ inquisitive nature and to fan the flames of curiosity. He aims to create a welcoming, comfortable environment where students feel free to explore their interests and ask questions without fear of judgment. Tian prioritize getting to know his students individually, understanding their motivations for learning and how they learn best.
Outside of academics, Tian enjoys rock climbing and pottery, often spending much of his spare time in the pottery studio. He also loves hiking, cross-country skiing, cooking and experimenting with fermentation.
Michelle R.
After receiving my Bachelors at the University of Maryland, I went on to earn a Masters degree from the University of South Florida in teaching.
This is my 12th year in education. I have taught in Manatee and Sarasota county public schools, including 1st, 2nd, 4th, and 5th grades. I currently work at a school in Sarasota that is a faith-based homeschool co-op. I teach classes of students in grades 4-8, providing instruction and academic support in all core subjects.
Brandon H.
Brandon graduated from the University of New Orleans with a Master of Science in Physics, where he also worked as a graduate teaching assistant for four years, teaching physics labs and tutoring students in physics and mathematics. He has supported students from a wide range of backgrounds, helping them build confidence, strengthen foundational skills, and tackle challenging concepts. He is highly skilled in math and physical science instruction from the middle school level all the way through college coursework and has tutored extensively in that age range. Brandon is patient, adaptable, and committed to making complex ideas accessible to all.
He’s also a well-known asset at any trivia night, thanks to his habit of collecting utterly unnecessary (but surprisingly useful) random facts.
Ezra H.
As a physics researcher and educator, Ezra has gained 7 years of experience instilling students with the guidance and the insights they need to grasp complex topics. He received his B.S. in Physics from the University of Minnesota, and his M.S. also in Physics from San Diego State University. He has taught math to students from elementary through upper division college courses.
Ezra’s enjoys sharing his excitement about math and theory providing deep insight into how the natural world can be quantified. This has translated well into finding ways unique to each learner that make them capable of finding solutions to novel problems on their own after being guided through examples. The flash of recognition that occurs after a student comes to truly understand a concept is a spark he enjoys creating again and again.
MAYAKO T.
Mayako is an Ontario Certified Teacher in the Intermediate/Senior Division and is also certified in the state of Massachusetts with a Sheltered English Immersion (SEI) Endorsement. She earned a Bachelor of Science from McGill University, and a Master of Education from Harvard University’s Graduate School of Education. She has completed additional workshops and conferences with College Board, Southern New Hampshire University and the United Nations Headquarters. Mayako has taught science in public schools in Massachusetts before relocating to Toronto, where she currently teaches Grade 9 science at an independent private girls’ school. Being a Third-Culture Kid who grew up across Canada and Singapore, she is passionate about working with multicultural, multilingual, international and diverse learners. She loves participating in fun science experiments and wants to share that passion with students in her class. Mayako has experience completing the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program (DP) as a student herself, has taught the Advanced Placement (AP) Curriculum in the United States, and currently teaches from the Middle Years Program. She has also worked in various educational summer programs associated with Harvard University and the University of Toronto. Mayako is passionate about travelling, experiencing new cultures and exploring new places and restaurants across Toronto.
Jacob M.
Jacob is currently working on earning his PhD from the University of Rochester. Having graduated from BSU in 2018, he celebrated by cultivating his love of nature on a cross-country camping trip across the lower forty-eight and Alaska. The last seven years, he’s spent pursuing his other passion, teaching. Working as an Adjunct Professor and TA at the University of Rochester, he has enjoyed learning to adapt the curriculum to his students’ individual needs.