RON S.

Greetings! My name is Ron and I am currently a Teacher Candidate earning my Bachelor of Education at University of Ontario Institute of Technology. My teachable subjects include Mathematics and General Science, however I am also well-versed in Physics and Computer Science. I achieved a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics during my undergrad at Ryerson University, touching upon all applications of Mathematics.

I have a strong passion for mathematics and physics, and have experience tutoring all subjects of mathematics for all ages. I am approachable, friendly, understanding, and easy to get along with, making the learning more personal and relatable for the learner.

JACQUELINE R.

Jacqueline recently graduated with a Master of Teaching degree from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), University of Toronto with qualifications in Primary/Junior. Her research focus was on the impact technology has on developing students’ critical thinking skills, specifically in the area of literacy. Additionally, in October of 2019, she received a certificate of completion in the Master of Teaching Digital Day at OISE. She also successfully completed the Primary/Junior Math Part One Additional Qualification course with OISE. She is an adaptive, reflective and organized teacher with a strong work ethic who cares deeply about the needs of all students. With several years’ experience in education under her belt, she is looking to make an impact in the development of children’s education.

Jacqueline’s specialty is literacy, math, science and technology. She has worked closely with teachers to improve students’ reading and writing skills by facilitating literacy circles, one-on-one reading sessions, as well as incorporating visual and digital learning tools in the classroom to aid in key learning concepts. She has worked with remedial math programs to help kids focus on big ideas and teach explicit strategies in mathematics.

Jacqueline’s schooling undergraduate education in media and communications has also taken her to Belgium where she not only immersed herself in Belgian culture but travelled all over Europe. She loves to experience new cultures and constantly has a case of the “travel bug”. She has set off to places including Australia, the Caribbean, and many parts of the U.S. and Canada. During her leisure time, Jacqueline loves to dance and can be seen taking jazz funk classes at her favourite studio in downtown Toronto.

RYAN C.

Ryan is a passionate educator who believes in harnessing the unique interests and potential of each student. He graduated from York University with an Honours Bachelor of Fine Arts degree specializing in music, has conducted graduate research in music theory and education, and is currently a Junior/Intermediate teacher candidate in the Master of Teaching program at the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education at the University of Toronto. Ryan has been working with children as an educator and mentor since he was 14 and started as a hockey referee, which he still loves doing to this day. He has also worked as a lifeguard and swim instructor, where he learned that play and imagination are just as important as learning the skills. Ryan is also a trained SSAT coach, and he enjoys guiding students to achieve success in the test-taking process. For the last five years Ryan has worked as a private music instructor, working with children of all ages to foster a love and passion for music and the arts. It is his goal to always ensure that students leave each lesson with new ways of engaging with their music. These experiences have helped develop Ryan’s philosophies around education; that each student is unique and should be given the chance to engage and produce knowledge in their own way. When students feel a connection to knowledge that is made meaningful from their own experiences, the passion for learning will follow.

Conor M.

Hailing from the Emerald Isle, Conor graduated from University College Cork with a Bachelor of Education in Sports Studies and Physical Education in 2013, with a minor in Mathematics. Conor has a real passion for Tutoring and has been doing so since 2007. Upon graduating, and teaching in Math, PE, and various extra curriculars in two separate schools in Cork, Conor moved to Ottawa, Canada. There, he was a substitute teacher in Aylmer, Quebec, teaching a range of subjects from History to Math to Science and Art, all the while continuing tutoring students who really needed a helping hand.

Outside of the classroom, Conor works in Real Estate and is passionate about sports and activities. He is an avid rugby player (and fan), playing provincially with the Atlantic Rock in 2014. Recently he has switched to American Football as a kicker, and has attended several NFL and CFL tryouts,

Specializing mainly in Mathematics, Conor believes that a strong connection between a Tutor and student is the first path to achieving great results. For the second path, we will need a calculator!

Wendy M.

From an early age, I recognized my ability to explain things to people in a manner for them to understand. I also acknowledged that I love to help people. So I started on a journey to do some soul searching, then I realized that I really loved teaching others.

This love for teaching was also my passion and a dream. Having recognized my deepest dream, my love and my passion I decided to prepare myself to be trained as a teacher.

But before I acquired formal training in academia, many persons saw my natural ability to impart knowledge and came asking for my help. I managed to tutor a number of persons who were all successful in their national examinations.

Eventually, I acquired a bachelor’s degree in education specializing in History and Social Studies with additional qualifications in School Librarianship. I also completed a masters of education degree at York University with specialization in post-secondary and urban education.

For a number of years I have been teaching children to gain academic freedom while accomplishing academic excellence. Under my tutorage many have passed national examinations, gain acceptance in colleges and universities and some have become owners of successful businesses.

Today I continue to prepare and train young minds as they themselves prepare to take on the challenges of society. My experience includes teaching for the Ministry of Education in publicly funded schools, teaching in privately established schools, being a teaching assistant at York University and tutoring children in the comfort of their homes.

My deepest dream is still alive. I always find ways and means to reach out to learners. I love to encourage people to do well in whatever they do. One of my greatest philosophies in this life is never to do less than my best, because only my best is good enough. I don’t believe in mediocrity.

I believe in setting high standard and doing everything in my power to accomplish set goals. As a vibrant educator with differentiated experience, dedicated to promoting the holistic development of learners, I intend to continue to employ culturally relevant and responsive pedagogy, technology and multiple instructional strategies in order to bring out the best in every learner I will teach.

NIK M.

Nik graduated from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor of Science in 2016. He then completed the Master of Teaching program at OISE, with a specialization in Junior/Intermediate. He has had many years of experience tutoring students in Science and Math of all grade levels in both English and in French. As a graduate of the IB program, he is fully aware of the rigours involved in completing high school on a positive note. He has also worked with younger children across various French schools in Toronto, as his bilingual skills have allowed him to work with many wonderful students. While tutoring, he strives to foster engaging and personalized one-on-one interactive lessons while helping students gain the confidence they need to succeed in school. In his spare time he enjoys playing and watching various sports, discovering new restaurants around the city and travelling the world.

ALAN T.

Alan is a graduate of the McMaster Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) program with over eight and a half years of high school teaching experience with the Toronto District School Board. His qualifications include biology, chemistry, science, math (grade 9-10), and special education. He is currently the Assistant Curriculum Leader of Chemistry at his school. Along with having taught the senior science courses several times throughout his teaching career, he has also taught GLE (learning strategies) and credit recovery, and FOS (focus on success), so he comes with experience on helping students achieve success in their academics.

GEORGE Z.

George received his undergraduate degree at the University of Toronto in 2009 with a double major in Math and Chemistry, followed by a Bachelor of Education at Tyndale University specializing in Junior, Intermediate, and Senior levels. George’s diverse experiences working with students of all ages and backgrounds, as a classroom instructor, home tutor, and international teacher have framed his love of learning and passion to teach.

Following his B.Ed., George worked as a contract teacher in England in his first year and has gained invaluable experiences in a classroom setting. He has worked with students who excel at Math/Science as well as students with LD’s and helped them gain confidence and positive results. Since coming back from the UK, George have been teaching for a number of private institutes as well as 1-on-1 tutoring all across Ontario. George is also fluent in Mandarin and loves to play board games and watch basketball in his spare time.

LENSSA O.

Lenssa has been teaching senior science, accounting, and mathematics as an Ontario & BC Certified teacher since September 2013. After completing her undergraduate degree at the University of Toronto in 2011 (attaining a Bachelor of Science with high distinction, majoring in Integrative Biology and Psychology), she took a year off to explore the world as a flight attendant. She returned to the school in the next fall for their teacher education program (OISE), graduating with Intermediate/Senior Biology and Social Sciences teachables. Lenssa immediately began her teaching career at an international school in Saint Lucia where she taught happily in the sunshine for two years. In search of adventure, she moved to China and taught at in international school there for three wonderful years. Since she started teaching, she has returned to school to add Junior/Intermediate Math to her teachables as well as getting a certificate for AP Chemistry. She is currently back in school (at University of Toronto), taking courses to add Senior Chemistry to that list.

Born in Addis Ababa (Ethiopia), Lenssa moved to Canada as a young child with her family. Since then, she’s moved around a number of times and has loved every minute of it. Having a teacher for a father and a family the impressed upon her the value of education, her love for the field was nurtured from childhood. From spending her summers as a youth helper in summer camps, a volunteer soccer coach, and babysitting the children of friends to volunteering as a tutor/ mentor to underprivileged kids during her undergrad, she has always made room for teaching. Her favourite parts of teaching are getting to know some wonderful kids and the continuous opportunity to learn new things. When she’s not teaching, she likes to spend her time with her family/friends, travelling, and exploring all that the world has to offer.

ERICA L

Erica will be an Ontario Certified Teacher specializing in the Primary/Junior division at the end of March. She currently attends the University of Toronto for her Masters of Teachings, and has completed her honours in English and Anthropology. Erica has worked in both the Catholic and Public School Board, and has experience teaching Grades 1-5, 10, and 11. Erica has experience working with students who have Special Needs, and those who require Reading Recovery. Erica is dedicated to helping students grow academically, and enjoys creating engaging activities for her learners. Furthermore, Erica explores different methods of teaching to engage various styles of learners, and works towards creating inclusivity.

In addition to helping educate young learners, Erica has interests in baking, spending time with her family, watching movies, horseback riding, and painting.