STEVEN G.
Steven is a teacher candidate at Nipissing University – he will finish his program spring 2024 and will be an Ontario certified teacher, qualified to teach Primary/Junior students. Steven attained his undergraduate degree at Wilfrid Laurier University, where he majored in criminology, and minored in English. He has worked as a private tutor for over five years including teaching overseas in Taiwan where he expanded his teaching methodologies and curriculum knowledge.
Stephen specializes in math, languages, and art for primary/junior grades – and very much enjoys learning new teaching techniques & using them to enhance his student’s knowledge. Steven is a native English speaker and is working towards developing his Greek and French language skills. As a teacher, Steven’s goal is to stay engaged and keep in the loop when working with his students, build solid rapport,and make connections as an educator. He strives to create meaningful, authentic, and practical learning opportunities for students to develop problem-solving strategies, and grow into critical and independent learners and thinkers. For this teacher, there’s always more to know and grow, with no room left for giving up!
Cristina R.
Cristina is a certified teacher who loves to cook, travel, read, visit museums, and spend time exploring nature with her golden retriever, Oliver. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies and certificate in Public Policy from Hunter College. Later, she completed her Master of Arts in Teaching from Richard Gilder Graduate School at the American Museum of Natural History, where she had the privilege of taking courses from renowned scientists and pedagogical experts. She currently works at Central Park East High School where she teaches both Earth Science and AP Environmental Science. Cristina is passionate about educating the whole student; understanding that it’s essential and imperative to truly know students as people. Thus, allowing her to hone their strengths while addressing their weaknesses. Cristina focuses on relating academic content to students’ personal lives and daily experiences to foster a deeper understanding and connection to what they are learning. In addition to being a science teacher, Cristina is also a certified yoga instructor.
Sebastian H
Sebastian holds a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from the Technical University of Munich and a Master’s in Aerospace Engineering from McGill. His research focused on space exploration and propulsion, and he has published papers in different academic journals. As an engineer, he passionately tutors Math and Sciences and has over five years of experience doing so. During college, he worked at a refugee center in Germany, covering Math, Science, German, and English for children from diverse backgrounds. In his free time, Sebastian enjoys snowboarding, climbing, and is avidly training for reaching a Boston Marathon qualifying time.
Tiffany M.
Tiffany is a passionate OCT certified teacher, holding a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology from the University of Toronto. She is currently in her final year at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, working towards her Master in Teaching.
Tiffany prioritizes building strong, trusting relationships with her students to cultivate an inclusive, caring, and safe learning environment. She tailors her teaching approach to address the unique needs of each student and is committed to challenging them to facilitate their growth and development.
In her free time, you can find Tiffany exploring nature trails with her pup Milo and discovering charming hidden cafes throughout the GTA.
HANNAH R.
Hannah R. recently graduated from University of Toronto with an HBSc in Astronomy & Astrophysics and History & Philosophy of Science. She excelled academically, receiving many scholarships in math and physics in addition to being a Rhodes Scholarship Finalist and graduating with a 4.0 CGPA. During university Hannah gained teaching experience as an intern at Toronto French School working with grade 11 & 12 Theory of Knowledge students, and as a teaching assistant for a university course about the History of Math. She also kept herself busy as the president of the History & Philosophy of Science Undergraduate Society and as an athletic trainer for her college’s dragonboat team. Hannah has always been passionate about education and as she grew older she became more acutely aware of the opportunities afforded to her from her own education. This awareness inspired her to launch an affiliate of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, a charity which mails books to preschool children, to help support early education in her hometown of Saskatoon. Hannah’s passion for education grew deeper throughout her studies as she recognized the necessity of effective science education for a fruitful science-society relationship. She is eager to share her knowledge and enthusiasm for science with students to help them not only succeed in their courses, but to better understand the world around them. Hannah’s diverse educational background enables her to help students succeed in many subjects. In her free time, Hannah can be found at the gym training for her next powerlifting meet. If she shows up to a tutoring session with a massive backpack, it is probably full of snacks and lifting gear because she is headed to the gym after!
Giulia B.
Giulia is an accomplished tutor with a strong academic foundation in biochemistry and genetics. Holding an undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from McGill University and a master’s degree in Genetics from the University of Toronto, she is currently in the final semester of the Master of Teaching program at OISE, specializing in high school biology and chemistry tutoring.
With over 10 years of tutoring experience, Giulia’s expertise extends beyond her academic disciplines. She has successfully tutored students in math, biology, and chemistry. Giulia’s passion lies in fostering one-on-one connections with students, prioritizing empathy to create a judgment-free learning environment. She ensures every student feels safe to ask questions, emphasizing understanding over memorization.
Giulia’s commitment to individualized attention has yielded impressive results, with some students achieving up to a 20% increase in their class averages. Her versatility in tutoring various subjects, coupled with her empathetic approach, makes Giulia an invaluable resource for students seeking support in biology, chemistry, and math.
Gowsiga T.
In 2011, Gowsi earned a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in Political Science from York University. The following year, she graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in Human Rights and Equity Studies from the same institution. Seeking to deepen her expertise in human rights advocacy, Gowsi pursued and completed a Master of Arts in Immigration and Settlement Studies at Ryerson University in 2013. In 2019, she furthered her education, obtaining a Master of Teaching (Intermediate/Senior Level) from the University of Toronto (OISE).
Post-OISE graduation, Gowsi embarked on her teaching journey with notable institutions including the Toronto District School Board (TDSB), The Bishop Strachan School, and the University of Toronto Schools. Guided by a teaching philosophy emphasizing the creation of a nurturing and positive learning environment, she prioritizes tailored instruction that caters to individual learner needs and styles.
Olivia R.
EN: Olivia is a certified practicing teacher who specializes in French and Science. She has a master’s degree in educational leadership from McGill University, a Bachelor of Education and a Bachelor of Arts Honours (French Studies and Biology) from the University of Winnipeg.
Olivia has extensive experience working with students in grades kindergarten through grade 12 in a variety of subject areas. In addition to homework help and executive skills support, she offers individualized teaching services designed to meet the unique needs of each learner. Olivia can facilitate lessons (in English or French) to help students flourish and crush their learning goals!
FR: Olivia est une enseignante certifiée spécialisée en français et en sciences. Elle détient une maîtrise en leadership éducatif de l’Université McGill, ainsi qu’un baccalauréat en éducation et un baccalauréat spécialisé avec mention (Études françaises et biologie) de l’Université de Winnipeg.
Olivia possède une vaste expérience de travail avec des élèves de la maternelle à la 12e année dans divers domaines. En plus de l’aide aux devoirs et du soutien aux compétences exécutives, elle propose des services d’enseignement individualisés conçus pour répondre aux besoins uniques de chaque apprenant. Olivia peut dispenser des cours (en anglais ou en français) pour aider les élèves à s’épanouir et à atteindre leurs objectifs d’apprentissage !
Anna P.
Anna is currently in her second year of the master of teaching degree at OISE in the intermediate/senior division. She has completed her teacher’s college practicums in grade 10 science and grade 12 biology classrooms where she used differentiated instruction and culturally responsive pedagogy to engage a wide range of students. She completed her undergraduate degree at McMaster University where she earned an honours bachelor of science degree in biology. Anna has tutored students from elementary to high school in a range of math and science courses. In her spare time she enjoys running, playing soccer, and walking her dog Rufus.
Carly C.
Carly C. graduated from University of Michigan with a B.S. in Neuroscience. She has tutored while in school and after graduation in subjects such as Math, Science, ACT/SAT, and the ASVAB. Carly has experience tutoring elementary level students through collegiate level students, as well as students who are neurodivergent. She loves helping and pushing students to reach their academic best. She strives to ensure that each of her students understand the material using different strategies and techniques. Two of her favorite quotes are:
“Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish on its ability to climb a tree, it will spend its whole life thinking that it’s stupid.” – Albert Einstein
“Intelligence is not measured by how much you know but by how much you have the capacity to learn.” – Francesca Zappia
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