SALLY D.

Sally is a Secondary School English Teacher from London, UK, specialising in High School level ELA, and analytical essay writing. She has been teaching in classrooms and tutoring for over 20 years. Now a Citizen of Canada, she has been tutoring Canadian students for nearly 10 years. She prides herself in enabling students to achieve and surpass their perceived ability, especially in exams.
When not giving glorious ELA sessions to students, or presenting classes for Teacher’s Pet in Calgary’s elementary schools, Sally can mostly be found outdoors.

Jayneel P.

Jayneel P. is a graduate in Astrophysics and Mathematics from the University of Calgary. Currently he is helping research before his Masters in Physics. Beyond research in Physics, Jayneel takes great pride in educating the future scientists and mathematicians of tomorrow, and in doing so he firmly believes he strengthens his own foundations in Physics and Mathematics. He has tutoring experience of 6 years, ranging from Elementary to University level subjects, and has seen a myriad of students all of diverse educational backgrounds. From this experience, Jayneel’s preferred method for teaching is to cultivate curiosity, allowing the student to gain confidence for self-exploration of the subject.

Whether you’re a budding astronomer or seeking to grasp the wonders of the universe, Jayneel would be proud to guide your journey.

MELANIE M.

Melanie has a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, a Bachelor of Education and a Masters of Science in Mathematics Education. Along with her formal training in engineering, education, and mathematics education Melanie brings creativity and enthusiasm for quality teaching and learning.
Melanie has taught in British Columbia, Alberta, and Egypt since 2001. Teaching learners from all backgrounds, at all levels, requires versatility. To ensure course information is kept current, clear, and relevant, Melanie’s strategy is to continually adapt models and lessons to suit learner needs.
Melanie likes to build on strengths and strengthen weaknesses. To achieve this, Melanie will get to know you, and seek out strategies that work for you. She will adapt existing strategies and research new strategies. As greater retention comes through understanding, Melanie will take you back to the basics and help you piece together all the bits to build true understanding. Further student success comes through learning strategies such as “study foldables”, manipulatives, technology use, games and competitions to reinforce learning.

SEERAT V.

Seerat has a PhD in Organic Chemistry, a Masters in Inorganic Chemistry, and a Bachelors with Physics, Chemistry and Math majors. She is passionate about Science and has 5 years of University level teaching experience. For her, teaching is a noble profession and imparting education runs in her family. She has great ethics, a strong character and makes for a great teacher. She has several awards and accolades for her recognition as an outstanding student as well as a teacher. Her excellent communication skills are another feather in her cap. She is a subject matter expert in Organic Chemistry and can teach other subjects such as physics, and math as well.

ANNA P.

Anna graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Education, Secondary. While studying she was also a member of the Varsity Pandas Rugby Team. Balancing both playing competitive sport and being in post-secondary taught her many strategies on how to study properly and efficiently. She taught High School Sciences in Edmonton before moving to Calgary and entering into the field of Human Resources which also taps into her love for educating others in a different capacity. In addition to working, Anna enjoys coaching youth rugby.

RILEY L.

Riley is working toward her degree Elementary Education at Mount Royal University and minoring in Linguistics. Although her primary focus is at the elementary level, she has experience working one on one one and in small groups to support junior high math students. Riley grew up competitively Irish Dancing in Calgary and for the past four years has been coaching beginner dancers. Riley’s passion for education stemmed from helping a classmate with autism. She saw the difference she was able to make for that student, and since then became passionate about making a difference in all children’s lives.

BRITTANY A.

Brittany is working towards her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, while double minoring in History and Social Studies. She has her Early Childhood Education Level One Certificate and was elected to be the Professional Development Chair of her program’s Student Board for 2023/24. She has experience with ages 4-12 and with teaching styles such as Montessori and Reggio. Brittany also has experience teaching in assorted environments including Preschools, the Calgary Zoo, Hospitals, various Classrooms, and Before/After School Programs. She is especially interested in education that incorporates diversity, accessibility, and equity.

Brittany’s love of learning is deepened through reading, especially books about the history of the Canadian Fur Trade and Arctic Exploration, focusing on Indigenous perspective. She also enjoys outdoor activities or handwork crafts that remind her of her hometown in Northern B.C. As a tutor, she hopes to help students believe in their ability to achieve their goals.

ERIN B.

Erin graduated from a thesis-based Masters program in Physical Activity Sciences at Université de Montréal, with a specialization in Sport Psychology. She is bilingual and completed the majority of this degree in French. Previously, Erin attended StFX University, where she completed a Bachelor of Arts in Human Kinetics in the Pre-education stream, with a minor in French and a pair in Fine Arts. She is highly knowledgeable in the French language and in the areas of academic and scientific writing. Her primary teachables include French, English, Health, Science, and Art. Outside of school, Erin is a competitive track and field pentathlete and heptathlete, with a diverse athletic background in soccer and hockey which she competed in for over 15 years.
Erin has experience working with children of all ages as a track and field coach, gymnastics coach, lifeguard and swim instructor, and Fit 4 Life Student Leader.

JENILEE H.

Jenilee had a Bachelor’s of Science in Kinesiology, as well as a Bachelor’ of Education. She is a certified teacher in Alberta and has taught science, math, and sports medicine at the high school level as well as grades 5 and 6. She has subbed all ages from K-12.

LISA T.

Lisa believes that the best learning happens when students have fun, have a choice, and are engaged in their learning. She is an animated, passionate, and caring teacher. Lisa has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and a Bachelor of Education as a French Immersion generalist. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree at the University of Calgary. Lisa has been a full-time K-8 French Immersion classroom teacher in Calgary for the past 17 years, including teaching English, grade one online, social-emotional learning, coaching sports, dance instructor, foods teacher, and was a learning coach. As a published author and a keynote speaker, she specializes in whole-child learning, infusing academic subjects with food, language, environmental education, movement, and intergenerational connections.

Lisa is a Certified Health and Yoga Coach, Culinary Nutrition Expert, and Certified cook. She marries this experience with her many years of teaching and parenting experience. She has taught in Thailand, Whistler, Springbank, Airdrie, Calgary, and Cochrane. Lisa is eager to work with families and students to continue encouraging a love of learning.