Clent I.

Clent is a dedicated educator with twenty-six years of teaching experience. Hailing from Jackson, Mississippi, he earned his BS in Biology from Jackson State University, where he was a member of the famed, “Sonic Boom of the South,” which performed at the 2024 Super Bowl Halftime. He is also a proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. He furthered his education at Southern Illinois University (Carbondale), pursuing a Master’s in Physiology. As a third- generation educator, Clent is deeply committed to the belief that every student has the potential to learn, emphasizing the importance of meeting students at their current level and guiding them towards their academic goals. Over the course of his career, he has taught both elementary and middle school with the latter half of his teaching career; teaching middle school mathematics. He strives to create a nurturing environment where the academic expectations and outcomes are clear; together he and his students systematically work to achieve these outcomes. Clent is an avid traveler, a voracious reader, and adores concerts and other live music venues.

Nicole S.

Nicole is a teacher candidate at Lakehead University, enrolled in the Bachelor of Education program and set to graduate in the spring. She completed her undergraduate degree at McMaster University in the Arts and Science program, where she specialized in Earth and Environmental Sciences as well as Biology. During her time at McMaster, Nicole gained valuable teaching experience as a teaching assistant for three years, honing her skills in both classroom management and personalized academic support. Currently, she is excited to join Prep Academy Tutors, where she continues her passion for teaching.

With a strong foundation in biology and mathematics, Nicole has developed a reputation as an effective and engaging tutor. She is dedicated to fostering understanding and enthusiasm in her students, tailoring her approach to meet individual needs. Nicole’s background in environmental science and biology, combined with her commitment to education, positions her as a knowledgeable and passionate emerging educator in the fields of science and math.

Michael Z.

Michael A. Zaucedo graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry in 2021. He grew up in Chicago, IL and attended a boarding High school at Lake Forest Academy in 2011. Michael grew up with a deep love for Science and Mathematics and took a study abroad opportunity in Costa Rica in the summer of 2018 to study an indigenous plant called Jatoba. During the summer of 2019, he discovered his passion for teaching and working with children when completing his teaching internship at High Jump Chicago as a teaching assistant (TA) for Chemistry––through teaching, he fostered his love for Chemistry and Mathematics. In his spare time, Michael works one-on-one with students ranging from middle through High School. He encouraged and supported the improvement of their Chemistry, and Mathematics skills ranging from Algebra, Trigonometry and Calculus. As a mentor, Michael continues to develop strategies for working with students and believes that building strong relationships will grow their learning and help guide them to reach their full potential toward being a well rounded student. Michael enjoys playing sports like baseball, basketball and football, watching suspense movies, as well as spending time with his family and friends.

Geneviève N-R.

Geneviève is a recent graduate in Biochemical Engineering from Queen’s University. Throughout her undergrad, she was a chemistry tutor teaching students one-on-one, in small groups, and in lecture halls of over 150 students for pre-exam workshops. She also worked as a Chemistry TA, teaching in-person and online tutorial sessions to classrooms of students to review the professor’s weekly lecture material with lessons, assignments, and quizzes she prepared. As an instructor for the University of Toronto’s Jr DEEP Program, she gained experience teaching elementary and middle school-aged students, having developed and taught a weeklong curriculum of biomedical engineering-related lessons to groups throughout the summer. Finally, she has ski instructed students aged 6 to 21 for the past eight winters with Snowhawks Ski & Snowboard School in Ontario. In her spare time, Geneviève is a rock climber, backcountry skier, dabbles in alpinism, and volunteers at the Squamish Foodbank.

Geneviève has always enjoyed the teaching process of breaking down tricky concepts in fun, easy to remember ways, and strives for that “aha” moment in a student’s eyes when you can tell they’ve developed an understanding for a new concept. Also, she is informed in teaching students with different learning styles and/or neurodivergence. So, whether it be in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Math, English, or French, Geneviève looks forward to working with your family to offer extra support or enrichment in your student’s learning!

JAMIE M.

Jamie has a Bachelor of Education Degree from Acadia University and has been teaching for 22 years. His passion and expertise is in teaching English and Social Studies from Grade 7 to 12. Jamie has experience teaching all subjects at the junior high level including Math and Science.

Jamie is competent with D2L, Google Classroom and numerous software applications that students are currently using for their courses.
Jamie has a strong work ethic and understands the learning challenges that students are currently facing. He strives to teach good study habits, organizational skills and a clear understanding of what it takes to be a successful student.

Jamie earned the Above and Beyond award from Christ the Redeemer Catholic Schools for showing drive, passion and perseverance as he lead his students towards academic success.

Jamie believes that tutoring is so much more than simply helping a student improve their grade. It is about building meaningful, transformative relationships. To provide students with the skills they require to be a successful life long learner.

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.

Omar A.

Omar is an Ontario College of Teachers certified educator working in the Peel region. He obtained his Bachelor of Education from Nipissing University and is qualified to teach intermediate and senior Math and Physics. He did his undergraduate studies at the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Science and a minor in English Language and Literature. He has extensive experience teaching in both elementary and secondary schools, with a focus on secondary Mathematics courses. He has experience working alongside students with individualized needs and English language learners. He has a passionate interest in all thing’s math and science, and hopes to spread his enthusiasm to the students around him.

Dylan S.

Dylan is a dedicated tutor with a Bachelor’s degree in Computing, specializing in Software Engineering. He has over three years of experience helping students succeed in a wide range of subjects, including Math, Science, and Computer Science. With a strong academic background and hands-on experience, Dylan is well-equipped to guide students through challenging concepts and foster a deeper understanding of each subject.

In addition to his private tutoring work, Dylan has also contributed his expertise at a Robotics Learning Center, where he worked with students of varying ages and skill levels, teaching complex topics in robotics and computer science. This experience has helped him develop a unique ability to break down technical concepts into easy-to-understand lessons that engage and empower students.

Dylan is deeply passionate about teaching and mentoring. He finds great fulfillment in helping students unlock their potential, overcome obstacles, and build confidence in their abilities.

Maryam B.

Maryam is a third-year honors undergraduate student majoring in biochemistry at York University. She possesses both a strong foundation in STEM subjects and an eye for the arts. Maryam specializes in subjects including Mathematics, Science, Biology, Chemistry, French, English, History and Social Studies. Before she transferred to York University, Maryam earned first place among her peers in Calculus at the American University of Sharjah, UAE. Having lived in 14 international cities, and 6 countries, and traveled to 20+ countries, Maryam has become a vibrant mosaic of so many mesmerizing cultures. Moreover, she is fluent in 3 languages: English, French, and Arabic. Working as both a swim instructor and tutor for over 11 years now, Maryam excels at conveying knowledge in an engaging and digestible way. She is an approachable and patient educator, prioritizing the student’s engagement and understanding. Learning is an uncomfortable experience, and Maryam recognizes that students may feel afraid or intimidated. So she makes sure to accommodate students as best as possible while still challenging them and improving their abilities. Overall, Maryam is both a life-long learner and educator who is eager to push students to achieve their full academic potential and grow a newfound passion for knowledge.

Aaron M.

Aaron is a seasoned educator with a proven track record of helping students with relationship based instruction. With six years of combined classroom and one-on-one tutoring experience and a passion for empowering young minds, Aaron is an expert in specific methods of teaching reading, k-10th grade math, creative/essay writing, and US/World History. Aaron’s commitment to teaching began at Northeastern University where he got an internship at the Boys and Girls Club in Boston for a year. This is when he switched his life-long training in music to teaching. He helped students with homework, and taught small group piano lessons. He continued to privately tutor high school students writing college essays. After graduating with honors, he moved to Nicaragua, learned Spanish, and began teaching English to large classes. He returned home to teach piano privately and received an ESL Certification and a teaching certification from the American Board. He then began working for Lindamood-Bell Learning Academy tutoring kids k-12 with learning disabilities, reading, math, writing and history. When he isn’t tutoring Aaron is composing and performing piano music and enjoys hiking, fishing and rafting on the Chattahoochee River. He has a golden retriever named Maxie and loves to take her on walks. He also loves basketball, and hopes the Knicks will win the finals again. Aaron’s expertise in specific methods of reading and math instruction, writing and history, and his ability to teach in Spanish, make him an invaluable asset for any student looking to catch up, keep up, or get ahead.