DALAL N.

Dalal is a student in the Education program at Mount Royal University with a strong passion for teaching and supporting student success. She specializes in tutoring both math and literacy and has experience working with students of all abilities, including those with special needs. Through her academic training and hands-on work with learners, Dalal has developed effective strategies to adapt lessons, foster engagement, and build confidence in her students.

Organized, patient, and social, Dalal creates a supportive learning environment where students feel encouraged and capable, while also being challenged to reach their full potential. She values tutoring as an opportunity not only to strengthen academic skills but also to mentor students and help them develop a positive outlook on learning.

Outside of her academic and teaching pursuits, Dalal enjoys baking and spending time with friends. She believes learning should be both empowering and enjoyable, and she is committed to helping each student gain the skills, confidence, and motivation they need to succeed.

MAHSA B.

Mahsa brings over 12 years of teaching experience, having worked with young learners from toddlers to adolescents. Her educational journey began at age 18, when she volunteered as a teacher for an NGO, helping underprivileged children access quality learning opportunities they otherwise couldn’t afford. This early role sparked her lifelong passion for education and her dedication to creating positive change in students’ lives.
Committed to building an engaging and creative classroom, Mahsa weaves in real-world examples to make every lesson objective relatable and memorable. Growing up in London, she draws on her bilingual background to refine teaching strategies that promote natural language acquisition in English, while embracing cultural diversity and inclusivity to support all learners across multiple subjects. Holding a master’s degree in urban design, she loves incorporating hands-on crafts and design activities into her lessons, convinced that nurturing creativity enhances every aspect of learning.
Beyond the classroom, Mahsa is an avid musician who plays the violin, piano, and ukulele. She has performed as a violinist in concerts and at a film festival’s closing ceremony.

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.

KIAYANA B.

Kiayana is a certified teacher in Alberta and holds a Bachelor of Education with minors in Social Studies and History. She has experience teaching Kindergarten, Grade 1, and Grade 6, and has also worked as a Diverse Learning Teacher. Her background includes working as a Preschool Teacher, where she focused on fine motor development, letter formation, and early phonics skills. In addition to her classroom teaching, Kiayana has worked as a Behavioural Aide supporting a student with Autism and ADHD. Through this role, she gained experience in social-emotional learning, functional language development, and Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). Kiayana is especially passionate about literacy. She has worked as a Reading Instructor for two years and has supported a wide range of learners, including those with complex needs, to build confidence and skills in reading. She is patient, flexible, and committed to fostering a growth mindset. Kiayana values creating fun, engaging learning environments and building meaningful, long-lasting relationships with her students to help them grow both academically and personally.

ERIN B

Erin has a Bachelor of Arts in French Literature and a Bachelor of Education as well as the TESOL certification for teaching ESL. In the ever-evolving world of education, few professionals stand out as much as Erin for their versatility, commitment, and compassion to education. With more than two decades of dedicated service in both classroom and community environments, Erin has continually demonstrated an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, student empowerment, and societal improvement. Her journey is marked by a blend of pedagogical expertise, leadership, bilingual proficiency, and a ceaseless desire to both inspire and uplift. Erin is passionate about teaching and learning and loves to work with families to help children succeed.

MILANNA G.

Milanna G. is working towards completing her B.Ed in Secondary Education at St. Mary’s University. She currently has Bachelor of Arts degrees in English and Psychology from Mount Royal University. Her practicum experience allowed her to work in a range of disciplines from junior high English and Drama to high school English and Art as well as assisting in elementary classes and other school events. Her passion is reading and writing and she is devoted to and skilled in 16th-20th century literature, drama, and poetry. She is actively learning more about Indigenous Education, assisting diverse learners and how to best support them, and finding new strategies on teaching and learning. She wants to inspire passion and the joy of reading and writing to the youth, to help coach students to develop their skills for their education journey and to help make the discipline a rewarding and positive experience.

SABA E.

Saba earned an Economics degree and is now pursuing two combined degrees at the University of Calgary: a BSc in Mathematics and a BCom in Finance. She brings nearly two years of tutoring experience from a children’s charity, where she worked with kids from all backgrounds and with different abilities.

From a very young age, her father kindled her interest in mathematics through playful arithmetic games. The more she learned, the more she fell in love with it. Today, she devotes herself to this passion. She finds fulfillment in sharing and exchanging knowledge.

Saba believes that a patient, supportive approach can inspire a lifelong passion for learning. Friends describe her as caring and nurturing, and her motherly nature makes children feel comfortable.

EMMA C.

Emma is a passionate educator with a degree from the University of Calgary, specializing in teaching K-9 students with extensive and specialized experience in both literacy and math instruction. She has worked as a Literacy & Math Instructor at a school for students with learning disabilities, where she customized educational plans to meet the unique needs of each learner. Trained in specialized instructional methods such as Wilson Reading System, Orton-Gillingham, Woodin Math, Jump Math, Chisanbop and Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing, Emma is dedicated to helping students build confidence and succeed academically.

Emma’s approach to teaching emphasizes the importance of creating a supportive, engaging environment where students feel empowered to grow. Her expertise in both literacy and math, combined with her background in early childhood and outdoor education, science and social studies enables her to connect with students in a variety of ways.

In her personal life, Emma is fun-loving, and enjoys painting, hiking, skiing, travelling, playing sports, and spending time with her dogs and cat. Her diverse passions make it easy for her to relate to students from all walks of life, fostering strong, positive connections with the students she works with.

AMBER M.

Amber holds a 2-year early childhood diploma as well as a 3-year international Montessori pedagogy diploma. She is a lifelong learner and has attended many conferences, workshops, and webinars on various Montessori topics, as well as child development.
Amber has been a Montessorian for 16 years and has also worked as a private tutor. Montessori education focuses on the holistic child, with high academics as a byproduct when they enter Grade 1, as it is a very individualized program. These areas include Math, Language, Science, and Geography.
Over her 16 years of teaching, Amber has worked with age groups. She has worked with children who have challenges as well as those with high cognitive abilities. She knows how to adjust her approach to suit the child, whether by changing how a lesson is delivered, knowing when to challenge them, or repeating the lesson in a new, fun way to make the concept easier to grasp. Amber still works as a Montessorian and would like to help more children with her talents, as she believes that all children learn differently, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. She loves fostering a love of learning in all children and will continue to do so for many years to come.

NICK M.

With over 12 years of experience in both private and public educational settings, Nick is a creative and engaging tutor known for making learning fun and motivating. As a college instructor and former elementary teacher, Nick has taught a broad range of subjects, including science, math, English, social studies, and college-level courses. He uses games, positive reinforcement, and foundational support to inspire intrinsic motivation and build character in students. By fostering a supportive environment, Nick helps learners develop confidence and achieve lasting academic results.