TRAVIS P.

Travis P

Travis began his teaching journey by leading media and animation workshops for students in elementary schools in York Region. He has since acquired his Bachelor of Education degree from Lakehead University and has worked as an Occasional Teacher in Public Schools and as a Classroom Assistant for a summer camp program for students with ASD/Autism. He recently moved to Hamilton and is excited to begin working with students of all ages! He enjoys working one-on-one with learners and discovering new ways to make lessons more engaging, more personal more meaningful to his students.

Fatima R.

Fatima is an accomplished Special Education Assistant at the Peel District School Board, dedicating seven years to her role. She provides support to students with diverse learning needs, implements effective classroom strategies, and organizes extracurricular activities. With over a decade of industry experience, she has established herself as a highly proficient professional, holding a bachelor’s degree in Education and diplomas in Early Childhood Education and Child and Youth Worker.

Outside of teaching, Fatima indulges in her passion for nature, finding solace in outdoor exploration and various outdoor pursuits. This love for nature serves as personal rejuvenation and provides fresh perspectives that she incorporates into her teaching practice.

Fatima’s commitment to her role as a Special Education Assistant is unwavering. Over the years, she has made a significant impact by supporting neurodiverse students, implementing tailored strategies, and creating an inclusive classroom environment. Additionally, she takes the initiative to organize extracurricular activities, promoting social and emotional growth among her students.

With over ten years of industry experience, Fatima brings a wealth of expertise to her position, equipped with a comprehensive understanding of students’ diverse requirements through her educational background.

Fatima’s passion for nature shines through in her personal time. She cherishes her outdoor experiences and actively engages in outdoor activities. This personal connection with nature inspires her teaching approach, infusing her lessons with dynamic experiences that foster her students’ curiosity and appreciation for the natural world.

MEREDITH B.

Meredith is a Montessori trained Early Childhood Educator and ABA therapist.  She has taught for over twenty years and is deeply passionate about education.  Meredith is well versed in different teaching philosophies  (Montessori, Play based, Reggio Emilia ).  She applies this knowledge to create an individualized approach to learning for each of her students. Her happy go lucky nature makes her a favourite amongst the students and staff. Meredith is a firm believer in “dance like no one’s watching , sing like no one’s listening”.  She is often seen in the school halls dancing and can be heard singing songs to her class.  Teaching should be about everyday discoveries, fun and inspirational and Meredith exudes that gift in spades.

SEHAR J.

Sehar is a single mother to a three year old daughter. She has a background in Early Childhood Education. Sehar has been in the field for over 12 years. She is currently pursuing her Masters in Education focusing on inclusive practice for students with exceptionalities. Sehar is a registered teacher in New York State and Ontario. She is proficient in the Ontario School Curriculum.

SARA D.

Sara is an Ontario Certified Teacher. She graduated from Queen’s University with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. Sara also holds a post graduate diploma in Human Services Administration from Sheridan College, as well as a Master of Science in Education from Medaille College in Buffalo, NY.
Prior to completing her education degree Sara spent a year in Tokyo, Japan where she taught English to adults and children. She has over 20 years of tutoring experience including all elementary subjects, as well as ESL and math up to grade 10. Sara is currently teaching at a private school where she has been working for 12 years, having taught grades 3, 5, 7, and 8. She also has experience running extra-curricular programs in math and science enrichment, teaching visual art classes for children, and running a summer art camp.
Sara is kind and patient, and she genuinely enjoys helping her students build confidence and find success. She takes the time to get to know each of her students so that she can ensure they are interested in their own learning, and that they have fun! W