Evelyn S.

Evelyn received her BEd from York University in 2025. During her studies she gained in depth understandings of the theoretical knowledge and practical tools necessary to holistically support students as they work to reach their full academic potential.

She became a registered OCT in the same year, and currently works as a secondary educator with TDSB. Her teaching areas span the Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts in the Intermediate and Senior divisions, with qualifications in Philosophy, Social Science, History, Dramatic Arts, First Nations Métis and Inuit Studies, and Law.

Prior to completing her BEd, Evelyn obtained a BA and MA in Philosophy from Toronto Metropolitan University. During her formal studies in Philosophy she gained advanced skills in areas highly transferable to Arts and Humanities education such as critical thought, complex text analysis, research, and written and verbal communication.

Evelyn is dedicated to helping students foster their critical and creative capacities, and offers tutoring services for those working to strengthen their reading comprehension, essay writing and/or oral presentation skills. Her approach is collaborative and student centered, valuing inquiry based learning, and tailoring instruction to meet the unique learning style, needs and pace of the student.

Outside of the classroom, Evelyn enjoys reading, creative writing and an afternoon spent thrift shopping and trying different cafés.

Jackson G.

Dr. Jackson G. is a historian, educator, and lecturer at the University of Toronto. He received his Ph.D. in History from the University of Toronto in 2023 and has taught university students since 2019, with broader teaching and mentoring experience spanning history, English, academic writing, and research skills.

At the University of Toronto, Jackson has designed and taught courses in Chinese, East Asian, and global history, including A History of China, Modern Chinese History, China and the World, Film and Popular Cultures in East Asia, and Drunk History. His teaching emphasizes clear communication, critical thinking, reading comprehension, evidence-based argumentation, and effective academic writing.

Jackson has extensive experience working with students from diverse educational and linguistic backgrounds. He adapts lessons to individual learning needs and helps students strengthen foundational skills while developing the confidence and independence required for advanced study. His research has been published in peer-reviewed academic journals, and he is also the founder of Aprilum Lyceum, a Toronto-based public humanities initiative dedicated to making academic knowledge accessible to broader communities.

WILLIAM A B.

William is an Alberta-certified teacher with a Bachelor of Education in Social Science from the University for Development Studies and is currently pursuing a Master of Philosophy in Human Rights, Peace and Conflict Studies at the University of Education, Winneba. He has several years of teaching experience in both Ghana and Canada and currently teaches Grade 5 in Calgary.

William has experience supporting students with different academic abilities and learning needs. His teaching approach emphasizes clear explanations, practical examples, active learning, and building students’ confidence and independence. He believes students learn best when instruction is adapted to their individual needs and when they feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes.

Throughout his teaching career, William has developed skills in lesson planning, assessment, differentiated instruction, classroom management, and communicating student progress with families. He is particularly interested in helping students strengthen their understanding of core concepts, develop effective learning habits, and become more confident in their academic abilities.

William brings a patient, supportive, and student-focused approach to tutoring. He is committed to creating positive learning experiences while helping students work toward their individual academic goals.

 

JEFF M.

Jeff has a PhD in philosophy and has taught as a university instructor for over a decade. He started teaching at 16, as a snowboard instructor, and quickly discovered he has passion for human connection and contributing to the development of others. All of his work experience since has been with youth and young adults in various learning contexts, like running summer camps, and teaching English in Japan. Jeff believes real learning is life-changing, and is convinced that the question “why?”–even, and sometimes especially, when it is asked in the form, “why do I have to do this?”–is a powerful route to this kind of meaningful change. Jeff hasn’t only studied a lot, he’s experienced a lot, too: at 17, he left home to study abroad; he’s lived in eight cities in four countries, and travelled to over 30; he’s studied four languages in addition to the French and English he grew up speaking; and he’s made all kinds of connection throughout. This capacity for connection makes Jeff particularly alive to the lived experience and uniqueness of his students, giving him a distinctive human touch. He is currently studying to become a psychotherapist.

DENISA K.

Denisa is a friendly and dedicated tutor with a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Law and Criminology. She tutors English, Literature, Philosophy, essay writing, and SAT preparation for students of all ages, including university-level learners.

With a strong academic background and a passion for helping others learn, Denisa creates a supportive and comfortable environment where students can ask questions, build confidence, and learn at their own pace. She focuses on making challenging subjects easier to understand while helping students strengthen their writing, critical thinking, and communication skills.
Whether a student needs help with an upcoming exam, an essay, or simply wants to improve their academic skills, Denisa is committed to making learning approachable, engaging, and enjoyable.

 

Kiran C.

Kiran Chahal has spent over a decade as an Academic Coach, Lecturer, Teacher and Administrator in advising offices, and everywhere in between, working with students across post-secondary and academic settings. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Toronto and a Master of Arts from Wilfrid Laurier University, and is currently deep in doctoral coursework in the Humanities department at York University. Along the way, she’s been a Graduate Teaching Assistant advising undergrads and running tutorial sessions, and she carries a Higher Education Teaching Certificate from HarvardX for good measure. What sets Kiran apart is that she’s sat in nearly every seat in the room, student, teacher, administrator, at institutions of every kind, and that gives her a real feel for what someone needs at each stage of their academic journey. Over the years she’s coached students through organization, study strategies, and the sometimes-daunting process of writing applications to bachelor’s and master’s programs, always leaning on intuitive learning and a healthy dose of Socratic questioning to help students find answers that actually stick. These days, she’s especially passionate about fostering independent critical thinking in the age of AI, a topic she’s actively researching. When she’s not working with students, Kiran is probably somewhere with a book in hand, quietly trying to beat last year’s reading count, planning her next solo trip, or spending time with the people she loves most.

SOPHIA G.

Sophia is an Ontario Certified Teacher who earned her Master of Teaching from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Toronto Metropolitan University. Her love of working with children started long before the classroom; as a teenage babysitter, then as a camp counsellor and tutor, she discovered the moment she still finds most rewarding: watching a child realize they are capable of far more than they thought. Sophia has taught classes in Grades 6–8 across the TDSB and has been tutoring since 2019. She works with students in Grades 3–8 across all subjects as well as high school students in language, social studies, and history. She has supported students with diverse learning needs, including exceptionalities and English Language Learners.

Sophia believes students learn best when they feel valued and connected to their learning and the world around them. She takes the time to get to know each student, discovering what motivates them, and creating personalized lessons around their interests, goals and learning style. Sophia creates sessions that are warm, enthusiastic, and encouraging, helping students build confidence while developing a genuine love of and curiosity for learning. When she’s not teaching, Sophia can be found immersed in a new craft project, with loved ones, or tending to her houseplant collection, which has officially outgrown her windowsills.

 

Mimas A.

Mimas is a Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) and teacher candidate currently pursuing a Master of Teaching degree with a focus on Kindergarten to Grade 6 education. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Child and Youth Studies with a minor in Sociology.

Since entering the education field, Mimas has worked with children and families in a variety of settings, including before-and-after-school programs, summer camps, and childcare leadership roles. She has also contributed to child-focused research and volunteered in elementary classrooms, supporting students in developing their literacy, communication, and social-emotional skills.

As an immigrant who arrived in Canada without speaking English, Mimas understands the importance of having educators who encourage, support, and believe in their students. Her personal experiences have shaped her commitment to creating inclusive learning environments where all children feel valued, respected, and capable of success.

Mimas is passionate about fostering a love of learning and helping students build confidence both inside and outside the classroom. She believes that meaningful relationships, curiosity, and a strong sense of belonging are essential to student growth and achievement. Through her teaching practice, she strives to create engaging and supportive learning experiences that empower every child to reach their full potential.

 

NOAH S.

Noah S. has a Master of Teaching Degree from the University of Toronto/OISE (Class of 2026), as well as a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) Degree in Theatre: Performance Acting from Toronto Metropolitan University (Class of 2012). In between degrees, he has worked as an actor and writer, as well as a Resident Artist-Educator at Young People’s Theatre. In addition to playing lead roles in theatre, Noah had his feature film debut acting with Academy-Award winner Christoph Waltz. Since 2019, Noah has worked as a professional hiking and cycling guide, where he has coached people to navigate the terrain in the Canadian Rockies, France, Spain, Belize, Costa Rica, and Patagonia. Noah’s breadth of life experience has informed his teaching, where he has worked in both public and independent schools. Whether acting with Oscar winners, guiding people in the mountains, or just helping students to learn, Noah incorporates mindfulness into all of his work, using the words of Jon Kabat-Zinn as a foundation to his teaching practice: “Intelligence is the door to freedom, and alert attention is the mother of intelligence.”

 

JAMES S.

James S. found his passion for writing as the editor of his high-school newspaper. Under his direction, it fell prey to censorship battles and published only one issue. At university, he spent his time writing bad dystopian novels, and paid a heavy academic price for it. Returning to Toronto to pursue a career in screenwriting, he co-wrote ​Disappearance at Clifton Hill​ with director Albert Shin for Rhombus Media, starring Tuppence Middleton and David Cronenberg. After premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2019, it was picked up for North American distribution by IFC Midnight and reached #1 on US Netflix. Between his screenwriting and story editing duties, he still finds time to work on his next bad dystopian novel.