JEFF M.

Kiran C.

Kiran Chahal has spent over a decade as an Academic Coach, Lecturer, Teacher and Administrator in advising offices, and everywhere in between, working with students across post-secondary and academic settings. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Toronto and a Master of Arts from Wilfrid Laurier University, and is currently deep in doctoral coursework in the Humanities department at York University. Along the way, she’s been a Graduate Teaching Assistant advising undergrads and running tutorial sessions, and she carries a Higher Education Teaching Certificate from HarvardX for good measure. What sets Kiran apart is that she’s sat in nearly every seat in the room, student, teacher, administrator, at institutions of every kind, and that gives her a real feel for what someone needs at each stage of their academic journey. Over the years she’s coached students through organization, study strategies, and the sometimes-daunting process of writing applications to bachelor’s and master’s programs, always leaning on intuitive learning and a healthy dose of Socratic questioning to help students find answers that actually stick. These days, she’s especially passionate about fostering independent critical thinking in the age of AI, a topic she’s actively researching. When she’s not working with students, Kiran is probably somewhere with a book in hand, quietly trying to beat last year’s reading count, planning her next solo trip, or spending time with the people she loves most.

Wiki K.

Wiki holds a Master of Teaching from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) at the University of Toronto and a BSc (Hons) in Applied Sciences, specializing in Chemistry, from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. He also holds a BA (Hons) in Business and Management and an MSc in Strategic Marketing from Cardiff Metropolitan University in the United Kingdom.

Wiki enjoys helping students make sense of challenging concepts by breaking them into clear, manageable steps and connecting learning to real-world examples. His tutoring approach is patient, encouraging, and tailored to each student’s needs. He focuses not only on improving academic performance, but also on helping students build confidence, strengthen problem-solving skills, and become more independent learners.

Saru T.

Saru grew up in Edmonton, Alberta where she completed a Bachelor of Science in Immunology and Infection. She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Biostatistics at the University of Toronto. While her academic background began in biological sciences, her experience as a tutor sparked a passion for mathematics and quantitative thinking, ultimately inspiring her to pursue graduate studies in biostatistics.

Saru has worked as a tutor at Oxford Learning Centre since 2023, primarily teaching mathematics and science to students from Grade 8 through high school. She believes that learning should be engaging and interactive rather than centered around long lectures. Through back-and-forth conversations, she encourages students to think critically, ask questions, and develop confidence in their own problem-solving abilities. She strives to create a safe and supportive environment where students feel comfortable making mistakes and learning from them.

Outside of tutoring, Saru loves travelling and has explored many countries across Asia and Europe. She also spent five months living in Tokyo, Japan, as part of an international exchange program.

EMILY M.

Emily is an OCT certified teacher from the OISE Master of Teaching program. She works in the TDSB as a biology, physical education, and soon the be math teacher. She loves working with students in a supportive and encouraging way to help make complex topics more understandable and applicable. She looks forward to working together!

ANN F.

Ann is a PhD Candidate in Engineering Education at the University of Toronto. She has experience supporting students across elementary, secondary, and postsecondary levels in mathematics, English, French, science, academic writing, and presentation skills. She enjoys helping students build confidence, develop strong learning habits, and approach challenging concepts through clear, structured instruction tailored to each learner’s needs.

SOPHIA G.

Sophia is an Ontario Certified Teacher who earned her Master of Teaching from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Toronto Metropolitan University. Her love of working with children started long before the classroom; as a teenage babysitter, then as a camp counsellor and tutor, she discovered the moment she still finds most rewarding: watching a child realize they are capable of far more than they thought. Sophia has taught classes in Grades 6–8 across the TDSB and has been tutoring since 2019. She works with students in Grades 3–8 across all subjects as well as high school students in language, social studies, and history. She has supported students with diverse learning needs, including exceptionalities and English Language Learners.

Sophia believes students learn best when they feel valued and connected to their learning and the world around them. She takes the time to get to know each student, discovering what motivates them, and creating personalized lessons around their interests, goals and learning style. Sophia creates sessions that are warm, enthusiastic, and encouraging, helping students build confidence while developing a genuine love of and curiosity for learning. When she’s not teaching, Sophia can be found immersed in a new craft project, with loved ones, or tending to her houseplant collection, which has officially outgrown her windowsills.

KAYLA C.

Kayla is an OCT-certified teacher with the Toronto District School Board and has more than a decade of experience as a tutor to students of all ages, specializing in literacy instruction. She attained her Bachelor’s degrees in Education and History from Queen’s University in Kingston, ON. Kayla has ample experience working with students with various learning exceptionalities including ASD, ADHD, and dyslexia. As an experienced educator, Kayla understands the importance of personalizing instruction to suit each student’s unique interests, talents, and learning needs. She also believes consistency and collaboration are keys to student success. Kayla enjoys working closely with parents, fellow educators, and other supports to help students learn routines and strategies that will allow them to build confidence and competence in their learning.

CATHERINE T.

Kate is an Ontario Certified Teacher, who graduated from Queens’ University in Kingston, Ontario, with a Bachelors of Arts and a Bachelor of Education. She grew up in the Scarborough and Toronto area and attended school within the Toronto District School Board. Throughout her time at Queens, Kate completed multiple practicum placements where she taught students with a variety of learning styles and needs. She strived to create an inclusive and welcoming learning environment by creating lessons, assignments, and activities catered towards student success, while making learning more engaging and meaningful through students’ interests. During the 2025-2026 school year, Kate worked as an Occasional Teacher, supporting students academically across diverse school communities throughout the GTA. This experience allowed her to work with students from a wide range of backgrounds while continuing to strengthen her ability to support diverse learners. Kate believes that students learn best when they feel safe, welcomed, and valued. She is committed to creating an inclusive learning environment that supports all students’ mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

Kate is passionate about continuing to grow as an educator through ongoing professional learning and development. Over the past year, she has completed Additional Qualifications (AQs) in the Primary Division, Junior Division, English as a Second Language, and the First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples. She is eager to continue expanding her knowledge and professional learning by taking additional AQs such as Intermediate First Nations, Métis and Inuit Studies​, Kindergarten, Reading, Primary and Junior Mathematics, Teaching and Learning Through E-Learning, and the Teacher Librarian qualification.

From an early age, Kate has had a deep curiosity and appreciation for different countries, cultures, traditions, and religions. She has traveled to several different countries and hopes to continue exploring more of the world. During her Concurrent Education program at Queen’s, she chose to take the International Teaching course to gain a broader understanding of education systems around the world, with the hope of one day teaching abroad. Outside the classroom, Kate enjoys exploring her creativity through painting, arts and crafts, and creating hand-made gifts for her friends and family. She also loves reading and is always happy to take book recommendations!

ERIKA W.

Erika Watson is an elementary teacher who believes every child can succeed with the right encouragement and support. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Mississippi and has many years of experience teaching children in both the United States and England. Erika is passionate about creating engaging, personalized learning experiences that help students build confidence and reach their full potential. After relocating to Canada with her family in August 2025, she is excited to bring her experience and love of teaching to students in her new community.
Erika loves working one-on-one with students, meeting them where they are and helping them grow in all subjects at their own pace. She believes that learning should be encouraging, enjoyable, and tailored to each child’s unique strengths. By building strong relationships and creating a supportive environment, Erika helps students develop not only academic skills but also the confidence to take on new challenges.
When she’s not teaching, Erika enjoys curling up with a good book or spending time with her two daughters exploring parks, museums, and all the little adventures that spark curiosity. She believes that learning happens everywhere, not just in the classroom.