Jennifer F.

Jennifer is an OCT qualified Primary/ Junior teacher with 21 years of teaching experience with the Toronto District School Board. She has spent the majority of her career teaching primary students in all subject areas and currently teaches Grade 2 and 3. She completed her undergraduate degree in Psychology at York University and her teaching degree at Canisius College in Buffalo, New York. Additionally she has obtained many additional qualifications including Special Education and Reading to name a few. Jennifer believes that each and every student is unique and has the potential to succeed. Her teaching philosophy centres on the idea that all students can learn, and it is her goal to unlock their abilities through personalized and engaging instruction. She tailors her approach to each student’s learning style, strengths, and areas for growth, ensuring that lessons are both effective and engaging. She strives to create a supportive and encouraging learning environment for all students, where they feel confident to ask questions, explore new ideas, and take on challenges. By fostering a love for learning, she aims to instill curiosity and a growth mindset that extends well beyond the classroom. Whether a student is seeking to improve in a particular subject or simply needs guidance in their academic journey, Jennifer is committed to helping them achieve their goals with patience, creativity, and enthusiasm. She is a huge believer that when students feel empowered and supported, they not only gain academic skills but also build the confidence to face challenges, setting them up for lifelong success.

SYRENA B.

Born and raised in Toronto’s West End, Syrena is a Registered Early Childhood Educator and Ontario Certified Teacher who is committed to making learning engaging and enjoyable for the students in her care.
Attending University of Toronto and George Brown College allowed her to stay close to family and friends while pursuing her educational aspirations.
Syrena completed her Bachelor’s degree in English and Political Science before receiving her Diploma in Early Childhood Education from George Brown College and her Master’s in Teaching from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE, U of T). Throughout her educational pursuits, Syrena gained experience working in the nonprofit sector, within organizations such as the Boys and Girls Club and the YMCA. Her work within these two organizations combined spans over a decade.

Syrena’s warm and welcoming demeanor has been recognized by many as part of her charm in meeting new people and most specifically, building caring and comforting relationships with children. In fact, her initial opportunity to work with Boys and Girls Club was recommended to her by the Program Coordinator who recognized that she would be a natural working with children in the after school and summer camp program. In reflecting on her own early childhood experiences, Syrena attributes her training in Taekwondo to her confidence in providing clear instruction and her patience in supporting students who require extra time to achieve their learning goals.

Since Syrena was a student in the gifted program, she is passionate about working with students with exceptionalities and additional needs. She has completed the Special Education Part 1 Additional Qualification and is planning to obtain her Special Education Specialist Qualifications in 2025. She is currently completing the Reading Part 1 AQ.
In addition to having her black belt in Taekwondo and being a certified yoga instructor, Syrena has completed 4 half marathons. Needless to say she is quick on her feet and flexible!

Julianna M.

Julianna is a primary school teacher from Ireland. She graduated from Dublin City University with a Masters Degree in Education in 2020. Currently she holds the position of Assistant Principal in her school. Over the past four years Julianna has been in charge of and taught different age groups from 1st class (six/seven year olds) to 6th class (twelve/thirteen year olds). Julianna has a broad experience of teaching. Since she completed her grades in Speech and Drama she has regularly helped out in a Speech and Drama school. She also taught Irish in an Irish summer school. Julianna is currently working with children with dyslexia – focusing on writing and spelling skills. Julianna is an enthusiastic educator who regularly incorporates workshops and outings into her classes. Julianna has a reputation for being eager and energetic and brings these attributes with her to whatever she does!

SAWSAN R.

Sawsan R. is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education (BEd) at York University Glendon as part of the Concurrent Education program. She successfully completed her four-year Honours Bachelor in French Studies, gaining a deeper understanding of the French language and culture. Now in her first year of her BEd program, Sawsan is enhancing the skills and knowledge required to become a successful and engaging educator.

Sawsan has extensive tutoring and teaching experiences, having taught K-12 students at the University of Toronto youth educational programs. With 7 years of experience as an educator, she has developed a strong ability to connect with students and create a positive learning environment.

Her studies have provided her with a strong foundation in both subject expertise and effective teaching approaches. Sawsan is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment where her students are motivated to improve their language skills and succeed academically.

As Sawsan is fluent in both English and French, she can connect with students from diverse linguistic backgrounds. With her profound experience working with students at various proficiency levels and her strong academic background, she ensures that every student receives high-quality instruction meeting each student’s needs. Sawsan is eager to make a positive impact on her students and help them become proficient in French.

Felix C-M.

Félix a obtenu un diplôme d’études collégiales (DEC) en sciences pures et appliquées au Collège Dawson. Il poursuit ensuite des études en sciences environnementales et sociales à l’Université de Montréal. Une de ses matières de spécialité comprend les mathématiques du niveau primaire à cégep. Félix a plus de 5 ans d’expérience en tutorat et a obtenu de nombreux prix académiques durant son parcours scolaire. De plus, en 2021, Félix a suivi un cours de tutorat pédagogique de français pour maîtriser des compétences en tutorat. Il a également de l’expérience de tutorat avec des étudiants de niveau primaire à cégep en français. Félix s’intéresse beaucoup à la transition environnementale et sociale et il est impliqué dans plusieurs associations. Il aime faire de l’exercice; il court compétitivement et fait du ski de fond en hiver.

Félix earned a cégep diploma (DEC) in Pure and Applied Sciences at Dawson College. He then went on to study environmental and social science at Université de Montreal. His speciality subjects include Math and Physics covering Calculus 1, 2, 3, and Linear Algebra. Felix has over 5 years of tutoring experience and has obtained multiple academic awards in his area of speciality. Furthermore, in 2021 Felix completed a pedagogical tutoring course to master his tutoring technique. He also has experience tutoring students in Elementary-Cégep level French. Felix is deeply interested in the environmental and social transition and he is involved in several associations. He loves to exercise as he runs competitively and cross country skis during winter.

Alice Z.

Alice earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Honours Psychology from McGill University in May 2024, graduating on the Dean’s Honour List. She is currently working as a research coordinator in the Cultural Developmental Science Lab at McGill and is planning to pursue graduate studies in psychology.

Alice is fluent in English, French, and Mandarin, and has four years of experience tutoring high school math and science, as well as university-level psychology. She also has experience working with younger children who experience socio-emotional and learning challenges that impact their performance at school. She likes to find creative strategies that suit each student’s unique needs. She finds great fulfillment in helping students find the tools to achieve their goals and develop a deeper understanding of the subjects they study.

Katherine M-O.

Katherine (Kat) graduated from Alliant International University (online study) in 2021 with a Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. She spent a few years working in higher education in financial aid and, later, in a registrar’s office.  Since 2019 she has also worked as an online tutor for Russian students, ages ranging from 4 to 45.  In the past students have received training for interview skills, spoken English practice, preparing for international exams, grammar, and much more!  Her passion is to inspire students and engage them in the subject matter they are studying.

In her spare time, Kat enjoys taking photos of and spending time in nature, journaling, reading and has recently taken up drawing and painting.

HARMAN T.

My name is Harman. I’m a dedicated educator with a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Winnipeg, specializing in English with a minor in Geography. I have experience teaching a variety of subject areas from kindergarten to grade 8. With six years of teaching experience, including two terms in grades 1 and 2, I bring a passion for fostering learning environments. I Currently, I’m actively involved in substitute teaching, committed to supporting students’ academic growth. My teaching style revolves around individualized instruction, recognizing and catering to each student’s unique strengths and learning preferences. I strive to create a personalized learning experience that nurtures their abilities and fosters a deep understanding of the subject matter. By tailoring my approach to each student, I aim to maximize their potential and instil a lifelong love for learning.

RACHEL D.

Hi, I am Rachel and I have 7 years experience in resource, and working with students with additional needs. As well as, K, 1,2,3. I believe all children have the right to learn the way that works for them. Relationships first, learning second.

JULIE Z.

My name is Julie and I am a certified Canadian teacher with more than 20 years experience. I have worked both nationally and internationally, specializing in Reading, Literacy, Writing and Comprehension. Je parle français aussi!