MELANIE F.

Melanie has a BEd in French immersion language instruction and 20 years of experience teaching students in grades 1-8 in French immersion subjects. Melanie also has Wilson Reading Program training and is in year two of a two year Master’s Program specializing in teaching students with learning disabilities.

Melanie is flexible, patient and kind. She knows how to scaffold lessons to help students develop confidence and build skill over time. She firmly believes all students can learn given the right approach. Believe- support- learn

UMAR K.

Umar is in his final year of Software Engineering at the University of Calgary and has always been passionate about STEM subjects. A graduate of the International Baccalaureate (IB) program with honours, Umar brings both academic excellence and a deep understanding of how to make complex topics approachable.

He believes that true learning comes from connection and curiosity, not just memorization. Umar takes time to understand each student’s unique strengths and challenges, meeting them at their level to build confidence and spark genuine interest in the material. His goal is to foster both academic success and personal growth, helping students develop the skills and mindset to thrive long after the lesson ends.

ALEX L.

Alex is currently completing a two-year after degree in Education. Prior to starting this second degree, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Physical Literacy (Kinesiology) from Mount Royal University where she graduated with a perfect 4.0 GPA.

With 4 years of formal tutoring experience and a background as an Education Assistant for grades 5–8, Alex excels in individual and small group instruction to reinforce curriculum content. Her specializations are in mathematics and language arts. Being directly in the classroom and engaging with Alberta’s curriculum daily, she is immensely knowledgeable of how students are taught, where there may be disconnects between a teacher’s instruction and a student’s understanding, and alternative strategies that will result in the same skill being mastered.

Alex’s approach to tutoring is patient, encouraging, and nurturing. She is skilled at meeting students where they are, tailoring instruction to their unique needs, and cultivating inquiry with material to develop critical thinking skills. Her focus is not only on academic achievement, but also strengthening the essential skills such as organization and effective study strategies in order to help students develop habits supportive of learning across any subject.

DAVID O.

David has been a school teacher for more than 20 years. He loves helping kids to reach their goals in life. His favorite subjects to teach are Languages (especially French and Spanish), math and social studies. He loves creating a nice environment in class in which my students learn and have fun. This extends to one on one support as well – David strives for his lessons to always be a combination of fun and deeper understanding.

DAVID S.

David is teacher in-training with a background in project management with a dual degree in Economics and Political Science. He has experience tutoring kids in English while on tour in Italy. David is excited to put to practice the teaching techniques he is learning and help students reach their goals in education.

DALAL N.

Dalal is a student in the Education program at Mount Royal University with a strong passion for teaching and supporting student success. She specializes in tutoring both math and literacy and has experience working with students of all abilities, including those with special needs. Through her academic training and hands-on work with learners, Dalal has developed effective strategies to adapt lessons, foster engagement, and build confidence in her students.

Organized, patient, and social, Dalal creates a supportive learning environment where students feel encouraged and capable, while also being challenged to reach their full potential. She values tutoring as an opportunity not only to strengthen academic skills but also to mentor students and help them develop a positive outlook on learning.

Outside of her academic and teaching pursuits, Dalal enjoys baking and spending time with friends. She believes learning should be both empowering and enjoyable, and she is committed to helping each student gain the skills, confidence, and motivation they need to succeed.

FRANCIS S.

Francis has a Master’s degree in Applied Math from York University. He is a former instructor for Calculus (MATH 265) at the University of Calgary. Francis has worked with a wide range of students to help them improve their math skills. From learning about fractions in middle school to taking the definite integral in a university calculus course. He views math tutoring as both a profession and a hobby of his.
Francis has a growth mindset and believes that every student can reach their full potential given the right support.

RACHAEL L.

Rachael holds a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Lethbridge and has spent the past five years teaching a wide range of ages and subjects. She is especially passionate about mathematics and science, and she also brings creativity into her work through her love of fashion and running her own small sewing business.

Her teaching journey has even taken her abroad, as she spent a year in Australia, where she gained valuable experience in a new school system while exploring the country.

Rachael is a dynamic and enthusiastic educator who is committed to providing high-quality, one-on-one support tailored to each student’s needs.

ZAHRA A.

Zahra holds two master’s degrees – one in Pure Mathematics and another in Mathematical Finance from the University of Calgary.

She has extensive teaching and tutoring experience at multiple levels of education. Zahra has three years of experience teaching mathematics at the high school level, where she prepared students for provincial exams while fostering strong problem-solving skills. In addition, she worked for over two years as a teaching assistant at the University of Calgary, supporting courses such as statistics, calculus, linear methods, and differential equations. In this role, she not only assisted professors with instruction but also provided one-on-one support to students and was nominated for the Best Teaching Assistant Award. She also has two years of experience working with students from Grades 1 through 12, helping them strengthen foundational math skills and prepare for advanced concepts.

Zahra’s goal is to help students experience the rewarding feeling of solving challenging problems. She believes that building confidence in mathematics is essential for academic success and also helps students develop lifelong skills such as perseverance, logical thinking, and creativity. Her teaching philosophy is rooted in patience, clarity, and adaptability, ensuring each student’s unique learning needs are met.

ERIN S.

Erin is a passionate educator planning to pursue an after-degree in education in the fall of 2026. She currently holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental and Conservation Science from the University of Alberta, completed in 2024. She has experience teaching children of all ages in dynamic environments as a gymnastics coach and dance instructor, and also worked as a teaching assistant at the University of Alberta. These experiences have taught her many techniques on how to best tailor her lessons to the needs and capabilites of her students to find what best motivates them to succeed.

Additionally, Erin has experience in various public-serving and supervisory roles. As a result, she displays a high level of leadership, adaptability, and conflict resolution capabilities.

Erin has a strong passion for education (especially STEM education) and as a life-long learner herself, she revels in the opportunity to inspire a passion for learning within others. She prioritizes fostering a safe and accepting learning environment, with a focus on boosting students self-confidence while also increasing their knowledge.