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.

KAITLYN B.

A Pre-Social Work Major looking forward to helping students learn.

ANNABELLE K.

Annabelle is an Ontario Certified Teacher with a Transitional Certificate as she works towards completing her final year of the Master of Teaching program at OISE (Ontario Institute for Studies in Education). In her studies at OISE, Annabelle has been exploring accessibility through gamification and how to best ensure students are engaged and ready to learn in the classroom. Through her placements, Annabelle has had amazing opportunities to work closely with students to meet their various learning needs, including providing students with one on one support. Annabelle has always been passionate about education both inside and out of the classroom as seen through her work in museums. Before entering the classroom, Annabelle received her Master of Museum Studies from the University of Toronto, Faculty of Information. Annabelle’s museum work centred around making history accessible and engaging to students through creating interactive and informative exhibits, and school programming for students from Grades 3 through 12. Its her passion for history and the humanities that have led her to teaching and she is excited to share this passion with her students. Annabelle has been working with kids for as long as she remembers, growing up as a camp councilor and teaching karate, always looking for ways to make learning fun. In her spare time, Annabelle practices her karate as much as she can and is always looking for a new video game to play!

CHRISTINE D.

Christine Duff is a very experienced Special Education Teacher who is passionate about empowering students to excel in school. Christine brings to her lessons lots of colorful hands-on learning materials and games, as well as an infectious attitude that makes learning much more fun! Christine loves working with individual students – as well as their families – to better understand how learning differences can impact experiences in the classroom, as well as academic performance. Christine spends 1-1 time with each student to ensure that they are equipped with the kinds of skills and strategies that will help them to gain more confidence and independence – and improve their overall grades!

Christine is qualified to lead academic tutoring and coaching programs for students in Elementary School, Middle School, and High School, as well as those in college and university. She strongly believes that experiencing school success is closely tied to quality of life, and that all students should have access to fair and appropriate educational opportunities.

-Knowledgeable about learning differences such as LD, ADHD, and ASD
-Appreciative of how learning differences impact students’ mental health and well-being
-Experienced in supporting the development of Reading, Spelling, and other Literacy skills
-Skilled in helping students develop Writing Skills that enhance school performance
-Very capable of teaching Math skills and concepts, as well as new approaches to problem-solving
-Competent in Organization and Executive Function Coaching, ADHD Coaching, Academic Coaching
-Subject Areas: English and Language Arts K-12; Math and Science K-9; Social Studies K-8, Grade 9 Geography, Grade 10 History; Civics and Careers; Paragraph and Essay Writing; Applications to Colleges and Universities

EMILY F.

Emily has a Ph.D. in the Humanities and Social Sciences graduating from the Program in Social and Political Thought at York University. She has been teaching at the university level for over 30 years working closely with students to help them realize their academic potential through interactive and engaging methods of delivery. She has taught at the University of Toronto, Toronto Metropolitan University and Laurentian University.

Emily enjoys in-person tutoring and has experience with online support where necessary. She can work with students on homework assignments, test preparation, and exam review while providing frequent monitoring and feedback to both students and parents. With a B.A. in the performing arts as well as a professional background in film writing and production Emily is able to use creative and experiential teaching strategies in conjunction with technology.

Emily believes and takes pleasure in tailoring her teaching approach to the unique needs and learning styles of each student. She is able to work with visual, auditory or other approaches according to the student’s strengths. She assesses student challenges precisely and comprehensively and, in keeping with student goals, is able to develop personalized lesson plans that promote a deep understanding of the subject matter.

Critical thinking and problem solving are crucial to professional and personal success. These forms of thinking are the foundation of academic work and are the backbone of Emily’s approach to facilitating student success while enjoying the process of learning!

MARCELA M.

Marcela has a Bachelor of Arts with a major in French Language Learning from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Education from York University. She is also of Latin American decent, making her fluent in English, French, and Spanish. She teaches high school for the TCDSB.

STEPHEN C.

Stephen Carter has a BA, MA and PhD (ABD) in English literature. He was a University Teaching Assistant for five years at two Canadian universities, and he has taught and tutored elementary, high school, and college/university students for over ten years. As a teacher, Stephen helps students cultivate a love for learning, achieve academic success, and develop advanced skills in reading, writing, analysis, critical thinking and speaking.

STEVEN G.

Steven is a current teacher at County Central High School in Vulcan, AB. He has taught Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies at the elementary and junior high levels as well as Math, Health and Band at the high school levels. He has his permanent Teaching Certification and a Bachelor of Education in Middle Years (4 – 9); however, has experience with most subjects at most levels. Steven has coached a variety of sports and is particularly adept at creating strong relationships with kids, both in the classroom and through sport.

MARIE CELESTE F.

Celeste graduated from Queen’s University in Kingston with a Bachelor of Honours in Arts and Science. She majored in Global Development Studies, a cross-disciplinary department teaching courses exploring politics, philosophy, economics, environmental justice, public relations, global governance, religion, history, geography, and social justice. Celeste was also a concurrent education student working to complete her teaching certification alongside her undergraduate degree. She is entering her final year of teacher’s college, completing three classroom placements and fulfilling her teachable subjects, history and geography. Celeste has been engaged in teaching since she began coaching volleyball at fourteen. This sparked her love for teaching and encouraged her to seek further opportunities. She has worked at Olympia Sports Camp as a counsellor and a summer schoolteacher for their outdoor ed high school leadership credit. She has taught grade nine English, science, and geography, as well as grade twelve English, grade ten world religions, grade ten civics and careers, and grade eleven world history while on placement. Celeste has experience working with elementary school students through her responsibility of caring for students from junior kindergarten to grade five at Pickering Colleges After Care Program. She has worked with the Helen Tufts Society in Kingston, where she was paired with a grade four student whom she met with once a week for tutoring. In her free time, Celeste enjoys being outside with nature, whether walking her dog Aussie, going for a bike ride, or playing pickleball. Celeste is honoured to be a part of a student’s success and learning in the same way her tutors were for her.

Nazia M.

Nazia Mahmood holds a Master’s of Teaching degree from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto, where she also completed an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree. Over the last five years, she has worked alongside students from both primary and secondary schools in both English and Social Science subjects. Her extensive experience encompasses work in community centers, private tutoring, and online synchronous tutoring, where she has meticulously developed individualized lesson plans to address the unique academic goals of each student.

Nazia’s pedagogical approach is rooted in Culturally Responsive and Relevant teaching methods, as well as the principles of Universal Design for Learning. These frameworks ensure that her instruction is inclusive and adaptable, catering to the diverse needs of her students. Throughout her practicum experiences in her Master’s program, Nazia taught both Social Science and English subjects, working in both group settings as well as one-on-one work sessions.

Nazia is deeply passionate about her students’ well-being and academic growth. Her commitment to fostering academic success is driven by her genuine care for each student’s individual journey. Nazia’s dedication extends beyond academics; she is dedicated to creating a supportive and nurturing learning environment where students feel valued and empowered to reach their full potential.