Justin E.
Justin Echevarria is a devoted educator with over seven years of classroom teaching experience and three years of tutoring expertise, both in person and online. He received his Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Secondary Education from Buffalo State College in 2018 and is pursuing a Master of Arts in History at Eastern Washington University. His academic background reflects a deep commitment to education, which he brings into every lesson. He has taught and supported students from kindergarten through college in Social Studies and has also developed a strong record of success teaching English at every level and various subjects of Math through eighth grade. Justin’s students show noticeable improvement under his instruction, with many seeing an increase in their test scores and overall grades by at least two levels. Outside of the classroom, Justin brings his love for history into his hobbies. He enjoys playing video games like Assassin’s Creed for their historical settings, as well as reading both history books and science fiction novels. These interests show his belief that learning goes beyond the classroom, and he strives to share that excitement with every student he works with.
Amanda L.
Amanda L. is completing her Master’s degree at the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education in the Education Policy program. Before starting graduate school, Amanda was a special education teacher for 2nd and 3rd graders. She has experience working with students with learning disabilities and communication impairments. Amanda received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a dual certificate in elementary and special education.
Amanda recently moved to Philadelphia and is loving exploring the city. She especially loves Rittenhouse Square Park. She has always adored nature and loves hiking. She also enjoys reading, listening to music or podcasts, and yoga.
Amanda loves tutoring because it is a fulfilling way to continue making an impact beyond the classroom. As an experienced elementary teacher, Amanda is patient, supportive and committed to meeting each child where they are academically.
Lisa S.
Lisa is a dedicated educator with decades of experience teaching students from kindergarten through grade 8. She has a deep passion for teaching children to read and firmly believes that every child can become a confident, independent reader when given the right instruction. Specializing in literacy, one-on-one remedial support, special education, ASD support, and ESL teaching, Lisa designs instruction that meets diverse learning needs while fostering critical thinking, independence, and student engagement. Making learning fun!
Highly skilled in evidence-based reading strategies, she creates interventions that equip students with the tools, guidance, and encouragement they need to succeed. Her approach emphasizes authentic praise, clear next steps, and adaptable strategies that students can apply across subjects. Above all, Lisa prioritizes compassion and individualized support, helping each student unlock their full potential, ignite curiosity, and cultivate a lifelong love of learning.
Sophia N.
Sophia is in her second year of Materials Engineering at the University of British Columbia. She has extensive experience tutoring math and physics in the British Columbia Grades 8–12 curriculum, building on her background as a peer tutor in high school. An avid cellist, she has also enjoyed mentoring younger musicians by coaching chamber groups and leading an elementary school orchestra during her final year of high school. Committed to fostering a learning environment that encourages a growth mindset, Sophia believes every student has the potential to grow and improve. In her spare time, she enjoys biking and running around Vancouver.
DOMINIC W.
Dominic Wang is a highly dedicated math and physics tutor with a proven record of helping students excel, from middle school fundamentals to advanced AP, IB, and university-level courses. As a graduate student in Mechanical Engineering at the University of British Columbia Okanagan, Dominic combines deep subject knowledge with a warm, approachable teaching style. During his time as a university tutorial instructor, he consistently received outstanding feedback from students, who praised his clear explanations, patience, and ability to make even the toughest concepts feel manageable.
With an international background and experience working with students from diverse learning styles, Dominic specializes in tailoring lessons to each student’s strengths and challenges. He believes that academic success comes not just from mastering content, but from building confidence and curiosity. Parents appreciate his structured yet engaging approach, while students enjoy the supportive learning environment he creates. Outside of teaching, Dominic enjoys surfing, skiing, paddle boarding and — in his own words — “finding real-life examples to sneak physics into everyday conversations.”
Peter D.
Peter has a Master’s degree in Computational Physics from the University of Edinburgh. He has experience teaching physics and math to an undergraduate level through working as a teaching assistant during his studies. In addition, he has worked with secondary school students (grades 7–12) through one on one tutoring in mathematics.
Alongside his teaching background, Peter has a strong foundation in scientific computing and programming. He is highly experienced in coding and is able to teach Python to students interested in developing computational skills.
Peter aims to teach the core concepts of these subjects at a high level to ensure that a strong foundation is developed by the student for their future careers and studies.
Shahinaah S.
Shahinaah is a passionate and dedicated teacher candidate at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), University of Toronto, committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for all students.
She holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Sociology and a double minor in Education and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from the University of Toronto Mississauga. Through this interdisciplinary background, she has developed a strong understanding of social systems, equity, and inclusive education.
Currently, Shahinaah is completing her Master of Teaching at OISE with a focus on the Primary/Junior division. This program is equipping her with both theoretical knowledge and practical classroom experience to support diverse learners, implement inclusive teaching strategies, and promote a student-centered approach to education.
With a strong belief in the power of education to inspire, empower, and transform lives, Shahinaah strives to create an environment where curiosity is encouraged, differences are celebrated, and every child feels valued. Differentiated instruction lies at the heart of her practice. She recognizes that every student learns differently and works to ensure that all learners feel safe, heard, and supported. Whether through flexible groupings, varied materials, or personalized goals, she adapts her teaching to meet the diverse needs of her students.
TASFIA A.
Tasfia is an experienced STEM tutor with over four years of tutoring experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, specializing in secondary and post-secondary mathematics and sciences. She has worked with more than 100 students across diverse curricula, including the Ontario curriculum, International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced Placement (AP), Danforth’s MaST, and Specialist High Skills Major (SHSM) programs. Tasfia has extensive experience supporting students with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), skillfully adapting her teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and ensure comprehensive understanding and skill mastery. She is a compassionate, friendly, and adaptive educator with a special interest in cognitive psychology who approaches learning from a trauma-informed perspective.
QUENNIE G.
Quennie is a French native speaker from Montreal who is passionate about helping students build confidence in both French and English. She graduated from McGill University with a Bachelor of Education and is currently a French Immersion teacher with the Toronto District School Board, where she teaches Grade 2/3. Quennie has furthered her learning by obtaining a Specialist in French as a Second Language Pedagogy and completing Additional Qualification courses in Mathematics Pedagogy. She has experience supporting students in literacy, including phonics and reading recovery in both French and English and has worked with learners of varying needs and abilities. Quennie values the importance of language learning as a bridge to new opportunities and perspectives, and she enjoys making lessons engaging, interactive, and tailored to each students’ strengths.
When she’s not in the classroom, Quennie enjoys travelling to new destinations, discovering new restaurants in the city, staying active at the gym, and exploring her interests in fashion and beauty.