GAVIN O.

Gavin graduated from the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Mathematics degree in 2022 and a Master of Quantitative Finance degree in 2024. He completed his tutor training with the CRLA in 2019 while working as a full-time math tutor at Centennial College. Gavin has worked as a part-time tutor since 2022 and has worked with hundreds of students in grade levels ranging from elementary to high school to college-level math students, and has experience working with students with disabilities and who speak English as a second language. In addition to working as a private tutor, in 2022 Gavin worked as a teacher for Algorithmics Waterloo where he instructed students on math competitions, Grade 11 Functions and Python programming. Furthermore, he has contributed to artistic projects that use cartoons and illustration to make math concepts more intuitive and engaging. Through these experiences Gavin has developed a passion for making math instruction participatory and engaging. As a hobby Gavin buys pieces of shiny cardboard that somehow regularly outperform the S&P 500

William M.

ENG: William is a McGill graduate in Computer Science & Linguistics with 5+ years of experience tutoring a variety of subjects, specializing in Math. In CEGEP, he was a peer tutor in the Music Department at Vanier College, helping fellow students understand Music Theory and Ear Training, and he worked for a private company tutoring students from elementary school to CEGEP alike in STEM topics, French, and English. He discovered his love for teaching as a young teenager helping his neighbour’s son with French, and finds fulfillment in seeing his students become more confident and feel proud of their improvement. William brings an encouraging and positive approach to tutoring, and focuses on developing his students’ independence and confidence in their problem-solving skills. In his free time, William enjoys playing video games, hiking, playing the cello, and learning foreign languages.

FR: William est un diplômé de l’université McGill en Sciences Informatique & Linguistique avec plus de 5 ans d’expérience en tutorat, sa spécialisation étant les mathématiques. Au CÉGEP, il était tuteur au Collège Vanier en théorie musicale et solfège, et il a également travaillé pour une compagnie privée où il offrait du tutorat en mathématiques, en sciences, en français et en anglais. Il a découvert son amour pour l’enseignment à l’âge adolescent quand sa voisine lui a demandé d’aider son fils anglophone avec son français, et il adore voir ses étudiants devenir plus confiants et fiers de leurs accomplissements. William adopte une approche encourageante et positive au tutorat, et cherche a développer l’indépendance de ses étudiants ainsi que leur confiance en leur capacité à résoudre des problèmes. Dans ses temps libres, William aime jouer aux jeux vidéos, faire de la randonnée, jouer du violoncelle et apprendre des langues.

Eric X.

Eric is an experienced tutor with a Master of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Toronto and an Honours Bachelor of Science in Medical Physics from McMaster University. His strong academic background provides a solid foundation in mathematics, physics, and science education.

Eric has served as a Physics Teaching Assistant at McMaster University, where he lectured on tutorials and supervised lab sessions. In addition, Eric has extensive tutoring experience with Grades 10 to 12 students, including preparing students for the Waterloo Math Contest to enhance their problem-solving abilities and mathematical reasoning skills.

Eric’s personalized teaching approach focuses on adapting to each student’s unique learning style, building confidence, and achieving academic excellence.

Lisa P.

Lisa has a bachelor’s degree from The University of Pittsburgh majoring in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics. Lisa began her teaching experience very early as a tutor then an adjunct professor at a community college. After moving to Florida in 2019, Lisa obtained her teaching certification through the Florida Department of Education in Mathematics 6-12, Exceptional Student Education, Physical Education 6-12, Elementary Education and ESOL. Lisa has been employed with the Sarasota County School District since 2022 and has experience working on staff in the classroom as an ESE and mathematics teacher both in middle and high school. She currently teaches high school Mathematics at a charter school in Manatee county full time. Lisa has three children and enjoys time at the beach, tennis, skiing and reading in her spare time.

Dr. Stephen H

Dr. Stephen Hackler holds a PhD from the University of Pennsylvania in Physics and Bachelors degrees from Rutgers University in Physics and Computer Science. They’ve worked as an instructor at Penn and Swarthmore and know what it takes to excel in the college classroom. They use thoughtful and compassionate teaching strategies to identify each student’s unique skills and specific needs and help them to improve both their performance and their understanding of challenging material. Stephen is attentive to the many stresses that students experience in todays highly competitive academic environment and is passionate about supporting the wellbeing of their students as they work to deepen their understanding and master challenging content.

Michael B.

Michael is a third-year undergraduate student at Western University pursuing an Honours Double Major in Biochemistry and Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences. An aspiring physician with a passion for learning, he was recognized with AP Calculus and Statistics awards in 2023, scoring top marks on AP exams, and has since maintained a near-perfect 3.94 GPA. Since 2019, Michael has worked in education, serving as a teaching assistant at Spirit of Math Schools and Villanova College, as well as a private tutor. As a math and science mentor, he teaches with enthusiasm, inspiring students to approach science with curiosity and discovery. Outside academics, Michael enjoys playing the saxophone, chess, golf, and biking. In addition, Michael devotes his time to social work by volunteering and his local food bank as well as acting as the founder of the BEAM group, a student initiative targeted at providing academic mentorship to underprivileged students.

ERIN S.

Erin S. is a strategic and compassionate educator with more than 30 years of teaching and consulting experience across independent schools, summer programs, and private practice. She earned her B.A. in Elementary Education and Art History from Manhattanville College and holds both a Connecticut Initial Educator Certificate (Elementary 1–6) and a New Jersey Standard Certificate (Elementary N–8).

Erin has taught a wide range of grade levels, from early childhood through high school and college, with extensive experience in literacy, numeracy, and executive functioning. She began her career teaching at Palmer-Trinity School in Miami before moving on to King & Low-Heywood Thomas School, The Pingry School, and public school settings. She has also served as an English teacher at Westhill High School and as a Sixth Grade Math/ELA teacher at the Horizons Summer Program.

In addition to her classroom roles, Erin has worked as a private educator and educational consultant, designing individualized learning plans, supporting students with ADHD and anxiety, creating curricula, and advocating for accommodations in partnership with schools. She also served as Associate Director of Admissions at St. Margaret’s Episcopal School, where she led preschool, kindergarten and Elementary enrollment initiatives.

Known for her joyful, engaging approach, Erin specializes in early literacy, executive functioning coaching, Math, test taking strategies, social-emotional learning, and enrichment for advanced learners. She is dedicated to meeting each student’s unique needs and fostering both academic growth and confidence.

MAHA I.

Maha is completing a Bachelor of Education at Mount Royal University, with a double minor in Humanities and Science. She has spent the past four years working in various classrooms and grades as part of her placements. These experiences have led her to plan and deliver instruction that caters to the individual abilities and needs of all her students. Her experience working at MRU Camps over the summer has honed her skills in fostering strong connections with students of various personalities. She is always looking to expand her skill set and challenge herself to new experiences. Outside of work, Maha enjoys reading, and cooking for her family.

Mia A.

Mia is originally from Australia but has called Whistler home for the past 10 years. She loves outdoor adventures and can often be found enjoying some form of the water cycle — whether it’s snowing, at the lake, or out for a rainy walk with her dog!

For the last 6 years, Mia has been teaching Grade 6 and 7 in the Sea to Sky School District. She has a passion for teaching Math and Science, and she also loves inspiring students to discover the magical world of reading.

Tom B.

The joy and challenge of mathematics has always been a large part of Tom’s life, from participating in maths olympiads and running revision classes at school to his masters’ degree at Warwick University and beyond to ‘recreational’ reading on infinity, statistics or symmetry. He finds the purity of the subject, the neatness and objectivity, fascinating, and brings his enthusiasm and deep understanding to his teaching.

Since teaching roles at University, Tom has been accepting students for tuition both online and in person, and ten years after graduating he has coached dozens of students through their studies and exams at a high level. With a focus on high school math and beyond, Tom brings an understanding of calculus and algebra which allows him to provide students operating at the upper end of their school careers with insights and context they will not find on the regular curriculum, and does so in a friendly and informal manner.

Outside of mathematics, Tom is a keen outdoorsman and can often be found attached to a rope and up a cliff or running on the many trails in the sea to sky corridor (all of which seem to be uphill). He enjoys creative writing, loud music and runs a dungeons and dragons game for friends in Squamish and Whistler.