DUSTIN W.
Dustin is working to complete his Bachelor of Education at Mount Royal University. He specializes in Math and Science but is confident tutoring all subjects at the elementary level as well as his specialties in junior high. He has experience working with students in an elementary school setting and has volunteered as a peer tutor at Mount Royal University.
Dustin possesses strong patience, problem-solving, and communication skills. He believes that learners of all ages can succeed, especially when allowed to explore the content in a way that is best for them.
In addition to teaching, Dustin enjoys spending time with his family and playing hockey with his friends.
CARLY P.
Carly is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology at the University of Western Ontario. She has years of valuable experience coaching and working with children of all ages. During high school, she served as a teaching assistant in sports medicine courses, which helped her develop strong educational skills.
Passionate about science and education, Carly embodies enthusiasm, balance, and an active lifestyle. With strengths in both academics and athletics, she is known for her dependability, open-mindedness, patience, and welcoming attitude.
MOHMMED A-D.
Mohmmed is a passionate educator currently pursuing a Bachelor of Education with a minor in humanities at Mount Royal University. He has supported students from kindergarten to grade eight in online and in person settings, helping them strengthen their skills in subjects across the curriculum.
Mohmmed has also supported adult learners – particularly immigrants who are developing their English for work, school, and everyday communication. He focuses on making lessons clear, supportive, and adaptable to each learner’s needs.
JOSHUA M.
Joshua recently graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor’s degree in General Mathematics, focusing on its connections to people and society. He has experience leading and participating in self-study groups, making complex concepts easier to understand. Joshua is passionate about helping students build confidence in math as well as physics. His other interests include discovering new music and learning about financial concepts.
LAGHIMA J.
Laghima is a Chemistry student at the University of Calgary with years of tutoring experience in math, chemistry, and English for students in grades 1 through 10. Her strong foundation in the sciences, combined with her patience and ability to explain complex concepts in an accessible way, allows her to support students in building confidence and achieving academic success.
She believes every student learns differently and tailors her approach to meet individual needs. Laghima believes that every student has the potential to succeed and strives to create a safe, supportive environment where they feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and growing in their learning journey.
TANAKA S.
Tanaka holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from UBC Okanagan and a Fashion Design Diploma from the Visual College of Art and Design. Currently pursuing advanced teaching coursework to refine her educational strategies, she is a lifelong learner dedicated to language, communication, and helping students succeed.
She specializes in structured, adaptive learning designed to support students with diverse learning needs, including learning disabilities. Tanaka expertly tailors her instruction by breaking complex curriculum tasks into manageable chunks and utilizing multi-sensory tools to match individual learning styles. To ensure comprehensive support, she designs customized practice booklets, encourages active parental inclusion, and provides flexible pathways for students to demonstrate their knowledge. Whether applying preferential seating strategies for focus or allowing alternative response formats, she ensures every student has the tools to thrive. Tanaka seamlessly aligns her sessions with the school curriculum to keep students ahead academically, tutoring elementary and high school students in reading comprehension, writing, and mathematics with profound patience and empathy.
Her professional background includes:
Freelance English Tutor: Enhances reading comprehension, writing skills, and academic confidence.
Back-of-House Operations Coordinator: Trained new hires from diverse cultural backgrounds, sharpening her communication and adaptability.
Fashion & Sewing Volunteer: Teaches youth and adults garment construction, textile identification, and pattern-making.
Self-motivated and dynamic, Tanaka continually explores language, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Outside of tutoring, she is passionate about creative expression through fashion, meaningful networking, and mastering yoga.
SABA E.
Saba earned an Economics degree and is now pursuing two degrees at the University of Calgary: a BSc in Mathematics and a BCom in Finance.
She brings two years of tutoring experience, where she worked with kids from all backgrounds and with different abilities. Saba finds fulfillment in sharing and exchanging knowledge.
She believes that a patient, supportive approach can inspire a lifelong passion for learning. Saba is a family-oriented person, and her friends describe her as caring and nurturing.
AMBER M.
Amber holds a 2-year early childhood diploma as well as a 3-year international Montessori pedagogy diploma. She is a lifelong learner and has attended many conferences, workshops, and webinars on various Montessori and child development topics.
Amber has been a Montessorian for 17 years and has also worked as a private tutor. Montessori education focuses on the holistic child, with high academics as a by product when they enter Grade 1. It is a very individualized program focusing on the areas of Math, Language, Science, and Geography.
Over her 16 years of teaching, Amber has worked with various age groups. She has worked with children who have challenges as well as those with high cognitive abilities. She knows how to adjust her approach to suit the child, whether by changing how a lesson is delivered, knowing when to challenge them, or repeating the lesson in a new, fun way to make the concept easier to grasp. Amber continues to work as a Montessorian and would like to help more children with her talents, as she believes that all children learn differently, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. She loves fostering a love of learning in all children and will continue to do so for many years to come.
MICHAELA M.
Michaela is a passionate and experienced educator who currently teaches grade 8 math and science, with a background in teaching grades 6, 7, and 8. She holds a Masters of Teaching degree from the University of Toronto through OISE (Ontario Institute for Studies in Education), specializing in Junior/Intermediate education with a teachable in Science and a specialist in Mathematics. Before transitioning to teaching, Michaela earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing, specializing in paediatric nursing from the University of Western Ontario, giving her a strong foundation in problem-solving and working with diverse individuals.
Originally from Ontario, Michaela moved to Calgary, AB for a new adventure. Her journey as an educator has been enriched by a variety of experiences, including coaching soccer, volleyball, and basketball, tutoring literacy and math for Kindergarten to grade 8 students, and working as a pediatric nurse, and camp counsellor. These roles have shaped Michaela’s ability to connect with learners of all ages and foster their academic growth.
Michaela is dedicated to inspiring curiosity and a love of learning in her students. She believes that exploration and confidence-building are key to helping students achieve their goals. Her personalized and supportive approach ensures that every student feels empowered to succeed.
Outside the classroom, Michaela enjoys running, spending time outdoors, and creating memorable moments with her friends and family. She looks forward to helping students reach their full potential and discover the joy of learning!
BAILEY G.
Bailey is a current Education student at Mount Royal University and aspires to be a high school math teacher. Previously, he completed his certification as a qualified electrician, and worked in that field for 7 years.
Bailey spends his free time officiating football games from the pee-wee level to the CJFL. He has enjoyed this activity for the past 10 years.