Hong-Mei L.

Hong-Mei holds a Master’s in Nonprofit Leadership from the University of Pennsylvania and a Certificate in Entrepreneurship from the Wharton School. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Dickinson College and completed PhD coursework in chemistry. With eight years of tutoring experience, she has worked as a teaching assistant and instructor in math and chemistry. Professionally, she has managed nanotechnology, biomedical studies, and engineering programs at the University of Pennsylvania and Temple University. In 2019, she represented global policy for the Major Group for Children and Youth at the United Nations and was a panelist at the Geneva Academy of Science conference 2020. A certified breathwork and meditation instructor for over 13 years, she teaches globally to help individuals reach their potential. Outside of yoga and meditation, she enjoys traveling, running, cooking, and hiking.

HELEN C.

Helen is a retired New York City Department of Education mathematics teacher with over 20 years of experience in middle and high school classrooms.  She is certified in mathematics as well as Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). Helen completed her undergraduate degree at The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.  She earned her Master’s Degree in Secondary Mathematics Education from Lehman College, City University of New York.  Helen believes in developing mathematical thinking from a problem solving perspective and differentiates content so that all students can grow and learn from their individual starting points.  She does this by creating a kind and nurturing learning environment where differences are not only respected but appreciated and mistakes are simply opportunities to learn.

SOPHIE W.

Hi! My name is Sophie and I am currently in the first year of the BEd at York. I have over five years of experience in personalized, high-quality tutoring. My primary focus is on math, and I am very passionate about helping students develop their mathematical intuition, thinking, proficiency, and (importantly!) confidence. I also tutor other subjects, especially writing-based courses, and I find it very meaningful to work with students on the crucial skills of on argumentation, articulation, and research. In my free time I love to paint for relaxation and creativity, even though I have never had any formal training/great skill. I mention this because I feel strongly that everyone should feel comfortable and confident to pursue their interests even if they don’t feel like they have the “natural skill”, and I bring that philosophy to my teaching.

Julia R.

Julia spent five years teaching high school English in San Francisco Public Schools. She’s taught grade 9-12 as well as both AP English courses and worked as an AP Exam reader. As someone who loves to learn new things, Julia has earned an MA in German Literature from UC Berkeley, an MA in Teaching Reading from the University of San Francisco, and is currently a master’s student in the English Department at Villanova University. She also spent a year living in Germany on a Fulbright research grant to study political fairy tales.

Julia loves to help students to make connections between their lives and what they are learning in school. She is an experienced writing coach who specializes in supporting students to express their thinking with clarity, complexity, nuance, and style.

MINA G

Mina G. holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Tampere University in Finland. With over seven years of teaching experience, Mina has successfully guided students across a wide range of subjects, including math, physics, chemistry, and science, from elementary to undergraduate levels. She possesses a comprehensive understanding of the Ontario curriculum and is skilled in adapting her teaching methods to suit diverse learning styles, ensuring that each student receives personalized support. Mina specializes in working with children aged 5 to 19, creating engaging lessons that foster both independent thinking and a genuine interest for learning. Known for her patience, clear communication, and ability to simplify complex concepts, Mina helps students build confidence and reach their academic potential. Her commitment to cultivating a positive learning environment has made her a trusted and effective tutor among students and parents alike.

JORGE S.

Jorge is a student, tutor, and published author. He is studying Computational Applied Mathematics and Philosophy at the University of Calgary and has extensive experience tutoring, particularly in the maths and sciences.

Jorge strives to understand where each student is at and their unique learning curve. He works with his students to formulate a plan for their studies to help them reach their academic goals.

MANDY L.

Mandy is an experienced Math teacher with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics, Honours degree. She is very passionate about Math and instilling a love of math in her students. Mandy has taught every level of high school math and is extremely familiar with the Ontario Math curriculum as she is involved in editing & publishing math textbooks for a well know publishing company. Mandy has helped students prepare for math competitions from G7 and above and she offers prep sessions for SAT Math – her students have achieved excellent results. In her spare time, she loves reading mystery novels and hiking outdoors.

MITRA G.

Mitra G. holds a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering from Ontario Technology University and a Bachelor’s in Materials Engineering. With over three years of experience, Mitra has taught a wide range of subjects, including math, physics, chemistry, computer science, various software, english, and piano, to students from primary school to undergraduate levels. She has a deep understanding of the Ontario curriculum and uses dynamic, interactive teaching strategies to help students master challenging concepts. She builds strong, reliable connections with students to create a positive engaging learning environment.
Mitra’s academic career includes few published papers and international conference presentations, reflecting her expertise and passion for education. Her teaching approach has consistently led to significant academic improvements, with students raising their grades by up to 15% through focused problem-solving review sessions. As a teaching assistant at Ontario Tech University, she taught courses such as thermodynamics, heat transfer and metals forming, further refining her ability to break down complex topics with clarity and precision. She committed to continuously exploring new educational technologies to enhance her tutoring sessions and support her students’ growth.
In her spare time, Mitra enjoys staying active by participating in sports, spending quality time with family and friends, and reading books. She believes that balancing personal passions with her professional life helps her bring fresh energy and perspective to her teaching.

Matt C.

Matt C. is a retired, certified math teacher with 25 years of teaching experience. He spent 20 of those years at Churchill High School, where he also served as the AVID Coordinator for 17 years. Matt holds a BA in Accounting from Texas Lutheran University and an MA in Education with a minor in Math from the University of the Incarnate Word. Before transitioning to education, Matt worked for 10 years as an accountant and CPA, but his passion for helping others inspired him to pursue a career in teaching. As the AVID Coordinator, Matt became highly skilled in teaching AVID strategies, such as time management, note-taking, organization, and inquiry-based tutoring, all aimed at improving student success. Beyond education, Matt enjoys spending time with his family, attending church and participating in life group, coaching and practicing CrossFit, and working with athletes as a licensed massage therapist.

ANASH C.

Anash has a honors Bachelor’s degree of Medical Science, and Master’s Degree in Environmental Public Health. He has worked as a tutor for 10 years and has taught primary, junior, and secondary Math, Sciences and English. He has also taught university level chemistry, biology and physiology courses. In his free time, Anash likes to plays sports like hockey, baseball, tennis and basketball.