Eric X.
Eric is a very experienced tutor, he is currently doing a PhD in Applied Operations Research at the University of Waterloo. He also holds a Master of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Toronto and an Honours Bachelor of Science in Medical Physics from McMaster University. His strong academic background provides a solid foundation in mathematics, physics, and science education.
Eric used to be a Math teacher at Spirit of Math. Eric has also served as a Physics Teaching Assistant at McMaster University, where he lectured on tutorials and supervised lab sessions. In addition, Eric has extensive tutoring experience with Grades 10 to 12 students, including preparing students for the Waterloo Math Contest to enhance their problem-solving abilities and mathematical reasoning skills.
Eric’s personalized teaching approach focuses on adapting to each student’s unique learning style, building confidence, and achieving academic excellence.
Finnegan F.
Finnegan is a dedicated tutor with a strong academic foundation in STEM. After completing British A-levels in chemistry, advanced math, and physics, he pursued his Bachelor’s degree in Ireland and earned a Master’s in England, developing a particular expertise in applied mathematics and its connections to biochemistry. Finnegan’s passion lies in the formulation and application of theory, and he aims to spark curiosity and deeper engagement in learning for every student he works with.
He is also a certified substitute teacher in New Jersey and brings a global educational perspective shaped by formative years in Montclair and academic experiences across Europe
Bucky K.
Shubhayan earned his Master’s Degree in Applications of Mathematics at the Chennai Mathematical Institute in 2013 and is currently pursuing independent studies in Machine Learning and Data Science.
With over 12 years of experience in Mathematics teaching and tutoring at various levels ranging from middle school to professional education, he incorporates his love for the subject with a passion for sharing and exchanging knowledge to create a unique learning experience for each of his students.
He is a former candidate delegate for the World Cube Association, and his special skills and interests include Cooking, Karaoke, Board Games and being able to solve a Rubik’s Cube in under twenty seconds, one handed.
Liza R.
Liza earned her BA from Columbia University before earning her MS in Biomedical Sciences from Drexel University. She is currently a medical student at Drexel University College of Medicine. With a strong academic foundation and passion for learning, Liza enjoys helping students build confidence and achieve their academic goals through personalized support and effective study strategies.
Alexander C.
EN: Alexander is a graduate of Phillips Academy, an elite boarding school in Massachusetts, and currently studies at McGill University. He specializes in admissions consulting for boarding schools and colleges and standardized testing such as the SAT, ACT, and SSAT. After successfully guiding applicants to gain acceptance at prestigious institutions such as Yale, Tulane, and UNC, he began developing proprietary testing materials, as well as specialized courses in essay writing, interview preparation, and extracurricular activities. Alexander has published research in STEM and History.
FR: Alexander est diplômé de la Phillips Academy, un prestigieux pensionnat du Massachusetts, et poursuit actuellement ses études à l’Université McGill. Il se spécialise dans l’accompagnement des élèves dans leurs candidatures aux pensionnats et aux universités.
Après avoir aidé avec succès des candidats à obtenir leur admission dans des établissements renommés tels que Yale, Tulane et l’Université de la Caroline du Nord (UNC), il a développé ses propres outils de préparation ainsi que des programmes spécialisés en rédaction de dissertations, préparation aux entrevues et développement du dossier parascolaire.
Alexander a également publié des travaux de recherche dans les domaines des sciences et de l’histoire.
Lucy N.
Lucy is passionate about fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment, believing in the power of structured support and encouragement to help students reach their full potential.
She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from the Greenwich School of Management in London, United Kingdom. With 20 years of experience in corporate and educational coaching, mentoring, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her teaching practice.
Her expertise spans multiple disciplines including, English Language Arts, Business and Law, and Cambridge International. She is skilled in guiding students to develop effective study strategies, time management skills, and critical thinking abilities. She is especially passionate about connecting learned skills and knowledge to real-world applications, believing this approach is essential for maximizing students’ educational motivation and success.
Outside the classroom, Lucy enjoys supporting her three children in their various sporting endeavors, fitness and nutrition, and exploring culinary delights.
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.
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.
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.