Miah Y.
Miah is a second-year Teacher Candidate currently completing her Bachelor of Education at Ontario Tech University. She previously attended Wilfrid Laurier University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Psychology and a minor in Criminology. During her undergraduate studies, Miah developed a strong interest in developmental psychology and the ways children grow, learn, and develop.
Prior to beginning her Bachelor of Education, Miah spent several years working as support staff at a preschool in Waterloo. In this role, she had the opportunity to work closely with children from a variety of backgrounds, including students with diverse learning needs and exceptionalities. These experiences strengthened her passion for supporting children and creating positive learning experiences tailored to each individual student.
Miah is passionate about creating a welcoming, encouraging, and supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and developing their skills. She understands that every student learns differently and takes a patient, flexible, and individualized approach to tutoring. She takes the time to understand each student’s strengths, needs, interests, and learning style so that lessons can be adapted to help them feel successful and engaged.
When working with students, Miah’s goal is not only
Stephen B.
Stephen is a veteran of 22 years teaching with the Waterloo Region District School Board. His love for inquiry and applied learning leads to creative and engaging lessons with a careful eye for skills mastery. He is a graduate of the University of Waterloo (HBA Drama, Recreation) and Brock University (BEd) and is qualified to teach primary, junior, and intermediate students. He is excited to be part of the PAT team and looks forward to working with your child.
DARYNA U.
Daryna holds a Bachelor’s degree in English from Nicolaus Copernicus University in Poland and is currently completing her Bachelor of Education at St. Mary’s University, with two Grade 6 classroom practicums under her belt. Alongside her teaching background, she has a genuine love of math and science and is working toward a physics degree, which fuels her passion for tutoring subjects like calculus.
This passion shapes how she teaches: Daryna enjoys breaking down math concepts step by step, helping students see the logic behind a problem rather than just memorizing steps to get to an answer. She believes confidence in math comes from understanding why something works, and she adapts her explanations until a concept genuinely clicks for each student.
She also teaches English and IELTS preparation, and is fluent in both English and Ukrainian. Outside of tutoring, she brings the same curiosity that drives her toward physics into every subject she teaches, and enjoys helping students build real confidence as learners.
Gabriel J.
EN: Gabriel is a pre-service teacher currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education in Secondary English at McGill University. He has experience working as an educator, substitute teacher, and tutor, and has had the opportunity to support students in both English- and French-language school settings.
Through his work with the English Montreal School Board and several French-language school boards, including the CSSPI, CSSDM, and CSSMB, Gabriel has worked with students of different ages, academic levels, and learning needs. He has also volunteered as a tutor with McGill’s LearnQuest program and Batshaw’s Youth program, where he has had the opportunity to support young people through accessible and individualized learning support.
Gabriel’s main area of expertise is English, but he has also provided academic support in French, history, geography, and mathematics. He enjoys helping students understand material that may initially feel difficult, adapting his explanations to their needs, and creating an environment where they feel comfortable asking questions and building confidence.
Gabriel is fortunate to be working toward a career in education and values the opportunity to support students not only in their academic progress, but also in developing the confidence and independence they need to succeed.
FR: Gabriel est étudiant en formation à l’enseignement secondaire en anglais à l’Université McGill. Il possède de l’expérience comme éducateur, enseignant suppléant et tuteur, et a eu l’occasion d’accompagner des élèves dans des milieux scolaires francophones et anglophones.
Dans le cadre de son travail auprès de l’English Montreal School Board et de plusieurs centres de services scolaires francophones, notamment le CSSPI, le CSSDM et le CSSMB, Gabriel a travaillé avec des élèves d’âges, de niveaux scolaires et de besoins différents. Il a également fait du bénévolat comme tuteur auprès du programme LearnQuest de McGill et du programme jeunesse de Batshaw, où il a eu l’occasion d’offrir un soutien scolaire accessible et adapté aux besoins des jeunes.
Le principal domaine d’expertise de Gabriel est l’anglais, mais il possède également de l’expérience en français, en histoire, en géographie et en mathématiques. Il aime aider les élèves à comprendre des notions qui peuvent leur sembler difficiles au départ, en adaptant ses explications à leurs besoins et en créant un environnement où ils se sentent à l’aise de poser des questions et de développer leur confiance.
Gabriel est heureux de se préparer à une carrière en éducation et accorde beaucoup d’importance à l’accompagnement des élèves dans leur progression scolaire, tout en les aidant à développer leur autonomie et leur confiance en eux.
Sarah K.
Sarah is a lifelong educator, and has worked with kids and teens from kindergarten through high school on writing, reading, and general studies, including science, history, and literature. She has a particular focus on building confidence, executive function skills, and support for learning differences, and brings mindfulness and stress-reduction techniques into her sessions when it’s helpful.
Sarah was educated at Saint Ann’s School in Brooklyn Heights and Sarah Lawrence College, and trained at the Royal Court Theatre in London. She has gone on to teach at every level, from the classroom to the graduate seminar — including as an Adjunct Professor at the University of San Francisco’s School of Education and currently as a Visiting Scholar at the University of Westminster, CAMRI in London. She is also a writer, with two published books.
As the parent of a high impact and creative son now in college, Sarah understands both sides of the process, the excitement and the stress, and brings that firsthand perspective to her work with students and families. Working with children is core to her values, and she loves partnering with families to help their kids thrive. Her approach is to help every student find their own words and ideas, their confidence, and their sense of self.
TARA M.
Tara is a qualified teacher with experience working in elementary schools accross Canada and Australia. She studied at Queen’s University in Ontario and has experience tutoring at the elementary level. She has Bachelor of Arts with a major in Sociology and a minor in Health Studies, as well as a Bachelor of Education. Tara is an active individual who enjoys running, sports, and outdoor activities, and is very passionate about travel and exploring new places. She really enjoy working with children and creating positive, engaging environments for them to learn and grow.
CAILEE C.
Cailee is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education at Mount Royal University with a minor in general science for elementary education. She believes that every person is entitled to a high quality education that embraces the joy of learning. Through her field experiences and practicum, Cailee has become well versed in the Alberta K-6 curriculum and in the science of reading. She is dedicated to providing her students with tailored, rich learning experiences.
In addition, Cailee is a certified early childhood educator who has experience working in out-of-school care and summer camp programs. In these programs, she enjoyed engaging students in STEM activities, athletics, reading, and art. She appreciated being able to provide her students with a safe and welcoming environment to start and end the school day in.
AARON L.
Aaron is an executive functioning coach and Ontario Certified Teacher with over 20 years of experience teaching and mentoring students of all ages. He specializes in helping students build essential skills for academic success and personal growth, including organization, task completion, time management, problem-solving, and goal setting.
In his sessions, Aaron uses practical tools, custom templates, and interactive digital strategies to make managing schoolwork structured and achievable. Leveraging his specialized background in Middle School Math, Special Education, and Educational Technology, he creates low-floor/high-ceiling approaches that build confidence and keep students engaged. Aaron works closely with each learner to set personalized short- and long-term goals tailored to their unique strengths and learning styles.
His coaching philosophy focuses on helping students build sustainable habits, manage their workloads, and take true ownership of their learning. Aaron has extensive experience supporting neurodivergent learners, including students with ADHD, learning disabilities, and IEPs. Drawing on his background as a classroom teacher and youth sports coach, he provides a structured, encouraging environment where students feel supported to overcome challenges.
Aaron is passionate about empowering students to reach their full potential. His goal is to help learners build the resilience, independence, and self-belief needed for lifelong success both inside and outside the classroom.
CALEB G.
Caleb is currently pursuing his Bachelor of Education from St. Mary’s University, with a specialization in elementary school teaching. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of British Columbia Okanagan, where he majored in Psychology and developed an interest in supporting others. After serving as an assistant coach, and then later a program coordinator for a youth track and field club, Caleb developed a passion for creating age-appropriate, yet challenging programming to help kids become confident in themselves and their skills, which he is excited to translate into a classroom environment. During these roles, he learned the importance of building rapport and developing positive relationships for impactful learning.
With a strong background in writing, reading comprehension, and social sciences, Caleb is excited to help students appreciate and engage with their learning. He is most passionate about teaching students tools that can be implemented to empower them in their own learning for the rest of their academic journey and beyond.
RISS F.
Riss is an enthusiastic, supportive tutor who believes that with the right guidance, every student can unlock their full academic potential. Holding a Bachelor of Science with a biochemistry specialization from the University of Waterloo, she is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Education at St. Mary’s University specializing in Secondary Science. Riss brings a strong foundation in STEM along with a genuine passion for helping students build confidence in subjects that often feel daunting.
With extensive experience tutoring middle and high school math and science, Riss has guided a wide range of students toward academic success, even founding her own summer camps to prepare learners for grades 9 and 10 math. She excels at breaking down complex concepts into approachable steps and is on a mission to prove that math isn’t just doable – it can actually be fun!
Drawing on years of experience coaching and educating individuals of diverse ages and abilities, Riss takes a deeply personalized approach to tutoring. Whether adapting lessons to fit unique learning styles, connecting concepts to real-world examples, or instilling lifelong study skills, Riss tailors every session to meet each student where they are. Above all, she is committed to creating an encouraging, positive environment where students feel empowered, curious, and excited to learn.