Bruce M.
Bruce is an experienced educator with over 30 years of teaching and tutoring across academic subjects including math, science, writing, history, and geography. He’s helped students at all levels improve understanding, raise grades, and boost scores on standardized tests like the SAT, ACT, GRE, LSAT, MCAT, GED, AP exams, Regents, ASVAB, and Civil Service tests. He’s served as an Adjunct Professor for over 30 years at several colleges, and also taught with The Princeton Review and Kaplan, bringing proven test-prep strategies to his students. In addition to 20 years of private tutoring, he spent 5 years with Science Adventures, running after-school science programs and summer camps plus 6 years at Treasure Island Day Camp in charge of all Nature programs.
His professional background includes more than two decades at Brookhaven National Lab, as well as technical and management roles at Grumman Aerospace, Robotic Vision Systems, Megadata, and American Science, working in scientific research, engineering, software development, management, and consulting. He’s also developed training programs and educational curricula for both academic and professional settings.
Beyond teaching and tech, he is a published writer with thousands of pages in print, as well as a journal editor. Students appreciate his ability to explain complex concepts clearly, build confidence, and adapt to their unique learning style.
Michael E.
Michael is a certified mathematics teacher in the state of Florida and holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Florida Gulf Coast University. His strong academic foundation is enhanced by comprehensive teacher training, including extensive coursework in education and teaching placement.
With experience working with students from 4th grade through high school, as well as at the college level, Michael brings both deep content knowledge and a flexible, student-centered approach to instruction. His teaching is grounded in rigorous mathematical understanding and evidence-based strategies that help students deepen their understanding in math concepts, strengthen critical thinking, and prepare for future academic success.
Michael is a firm believer in the value of individualized instruction. He finds one-on-one tutoring is especially effective in math, as it allows him to tailor lessons to each student’s individual needs and build their confidence. Michael hopes to share his love for math with his students. His goal is not only to improve students’ performance in math but also to foster a lasting appreciation for the subject.
Cynthia G. M.
Cynthia holds bachelor’s degrees in Physics, Honors Mathematics, and Geology from the University of South Florida, graduating cum laude. She completed a Master’s in Astronomy at the University of Florida and pursued advanced doctoral research (ABD) in Astronomy, specializing in low-mass star formation. Her career as an educator began early when she was appointed the youngest teaching assistant in her department while still an undergraduate, later securing a full-time faculty position at the University of the Virgin Islands before completing her PhD.
With over 20 years of teaching experience at institutions like the University of Florida, the University of South Florida, Miami Country Day School, and the Community School of Naples, Cynthia has taught a diverse range of students, including those with learning differences, in subjects such as physics, math, astronomy, and Spanish. She is committed to making complex material approachable and employs a structured approach to problem-solving. Cynthia guides students through a 5-step process that helps them tackle any problem with confidence, from understanding the concept to evaluating the solution. This method not only enhances problem-solving skills but also empowers students to become independent, lifelong learners.
By working individually with students, Cynthia is able to quickly identify gaps in their understanding and tailor her lessons to address those specific areas. Her teaching methodology encourages critical thinking, fosters active participation, and builds both academic skills and self-confidence.
Beyond the classroom, Cynthia has been a passionate advocate for outreach, working with students of all ages (from elementary school through adult learners) especially in minority and underrepresented communities. She has also worked closely with students who have special needs, guiding them to success in challenging coursework. As a mother of two middle schoolers, Cynthia understands the personal challenges students face, which strengthens her approach to tutoring.
Fluent in English, Spanish, and French, Cynthia also offers Spanish tutoring and enjoys incorporating cultural perspectives into her teaching. A former professional dance instructor, she believes that creativity and movement can be powerful tools in the learning process, and she integrates these elements into her dynamic teaching style to connect with students in meaningful ways.
Darlene A.
Darlene grew up in Beaconsfield, Quebec and completed a B.Sc in Engineering Chemistry at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario. Then she moved to Vancouver, BC where she did a PhD in Chemistry. A number of years later she finished a B.Ed at UBC, specializing in Chemistry and Junior Science, Secondary School Education.
As a BC Certified teacher Darlene has taught in public and private secondary schools, including York House in Vancouver and Henan Public School in Zhengzhou, China. She also taught Chemistry 11 and Math 11 at summer school for the Vancouver School Board. Most of her education work has been tutoring. She has tutored for the last 16 years. During the pandemic she started to tutor online using a specialized tutoring software program.
Outside of this life, Darlene has been a ski instructor for Whistler Blackcomb for over 25 years, teaching adults the fine art of skiing. She gets great enjoyment out of helping people achieve their goals; be it to pass a course, get high grades to go the university of their choice – or to slide down a ski slope on skis.
Lohan L.
Lohan is a high school math teacher, fluent in English and French, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics. He has 4 years of teaching experience abroad, in places such as Spain, Italy, Greece, Turkey, South Africa, and Australia. He’s taught AP Calculus for an American school, where his students had a 100% pass rate, with his most recent class earning perfect scores of 5 on the AP exam. Now, his passions for math, education, mentorship, and climbing have brought him to Squamish, B.C. Lohan is dedicated to growth and mentorship, and also works passionately as a 1-on-1 Climbing Coach with athletes all over the world.
Learie G.
Learie graduated from McMaster University with two Bachelor of Science degrees. He is a certified teacher of mathematics, physics, and biology to children ages 11 to 18 years. He is offering over 30 years of teaching in a co-educational high school environment with a population of over 500 students. Apart from teaching, he held the title of Dean of Discipline and Academics for approximately 16 years.
His tutoring experience spans even longer since he began enriching the minds of young people even before he entered university, thus bringing to the table a wealth of skills and expertise.
Learie’s goal has always been to build a positive and creative mindset while tutoring mathematics, especially in areas such as algebra, trigonometry, and geometry, so that they can be pursued with much less anxiety and much more fun and enjoyment.
Learie is truly sports-minded and has actively participated in soccer, swimming, cricket, and running track in high school. In addition, he is an avid outdoors person who enjoys hiking and gardening.
Learie will be delighted to connect with students and parents to share that personal touch needed for growth and success in mathematics and science.
Shalvi D.
Shalvi Dalal recently earned her Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Software Engineering from Louisiana State University, graduating with honors in May 2025. She is now pursuing her MBA at Southeastern Louisiana University. With several years of tutoring experience at LSU’s Center for Academic Success and as a Teaching Assistant, Shalvi has helped students excel in computer science, math, and related subjects through engaging and supportive one-on-one lessons. She loves tutoring because it allows her to share her passion for learning while helping students build confidence and reach their full potential.
Danica R.
As a mathematics major, Danica Reddock takes education seriously and she is committed to helping students succeed. She has been tutoring for six years while keeping her own grades up, and she has five dogs and a cat. Her approach is professional, patient, and personalized, ensuring that every lesson is productive and stress-free. She tailors each session to each individual’s learning style and pace. Being a college student herself, Danica understands that some concepts are more difficult to grasp than others. She also knows that not everybody learns in the same way. She prides herself on being able to help students find what works best for them.
Kevin W.
Kevin is a former high school math teacher with over 30 years of teaching and tutoring experience. He has created and taught three math courses for a local California college and has previously taught at Palm Beach State College in Florida and CT State Community College in Norwalk, Connecticut. Kevin is also the author of two math books: The SAT Mathematics Solution Guide and Quantitative Reasoning. In addition to teaching, he consults and provides corporate training in Excel and Microsoft Office products, and he conducts a series of courses at MiraCosta College.
Joshua T.
Josh grew up in the suburbs of Texas and his favorite subject has always been math. Whether it be helping his peers in class or professionally, he has been tutoring others in math since the fourth grade! He attended Texas State University and graduated in 2015 with a B.S. in Physics and a minor in Mathematics. During his time at Texas State, he was acknowledged by the Physics department as the outstanding undergraduate instructor of the year and even led the groups of other student instructors for his lab sections. He also participated in a state of the art program that focuses on the learning process of mathematical concepts, and here is where he really developed and honed his skill for teaching math. He received perfect scores on every exit level test from highschool, a perfect 800 on the SAT Math, and a perfect 36 on the ACT Math. He approaches every student with compassion, and possesses a unique skill of diagnosing the foundational gaps in learning to help students maximize their potential. Not only is he in the top 1% of test scores, but his love for math and helping others learn puts him in the top 1% of educators as well.