Kat N.

ENG: Kat is a nursing student at McGill University, currently completing her final year in the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. She earned her French high school diploma, graduating on the honors roll. Kat has experience tutoring younger students in grades 7 through 9, focusing on science and math within the Ontario curriculum. Through mostly self-organized after-school tutoring sessions, she supported students in working through assigned homework and guided them in preparing for unit tests and exams. She also taught English as a second language to elementary-aged children, where she designed weekly learning plans and created fun, interactive activities to help students practice and showcase their new knowledge.
In addition to her academic teaching, Kat has worked with children in other instructional contexts, most notably as a ski instructor. She taught technical skills as well as encouraged independence, responsibility, and safe decision-making on the slopes.

FR: Kat est étudiante en sciences infirmières à l’Université McGill et termine sa dernière année du baccalauréat en sciences infirmières. Elle a obtenu son diplôme d’études secondaires en français avec distinction. Kat possède de l’expérience en tutorat auprès d’élèves de la 7e à la 9e année, surtout en sciences et en mathématiques selon le curriculum Ontarien. Elle a mis en place des séances de tutorat hors les heures d’école afin de soutenir les élèves dans la réalisation de leurs devoirs et la préparation de leurs évaluations. Elle a également enseigné l’anglais comme langue seconde à des enfants du primaire, pour lesquels elle a conçu des plans d’apprentissage hebdomadaires et créé des activités ludiques et interactives afin de leur permettre de pratiquer et de mettre en valeur leurs nouvelles connaissances.
En plus de son expérience académique, Kat a travaillé avec des enfants dans d’autres contextes d’enseignement, notamment comme monitrice de ski. Elle a enseigné les techniques de base tout en encourageant l’autonomie, le sens des responsabilités et la prise de décisions sécuritaires sur les pentes.

Sophia M.

Sophia is an undergraduate student at Concordia University, pursuing a degree in Biology. She is a graduate of Marianopolis College, where she studied Psychology and earned a Certificate with Distinction in Environmental Studies. Her academic path began at Royal Vale High School, where she developed a strong interest in the sciences.
In addition to her academic achievements, Sophia has gained meaningful experience working with children as a camp counselor since 2023. There, she was responsible for leading group activities, cultivating a supportive and engaging environment and fostering their social growth. Through this role, she developed strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills, along with the ability to adapt her approach to suit different learning styles.
Her background in both psychology and biology provides Sophia with a unique perspective on education. She understands the importance of motivation and learning strategies while also being able to explain challenging concepts in a clear and approachable way. She is committed to helping students build not only academic skills, but also confidence and curiosity that extend beyond the classroom.
Sophia’s combination of academic knowledge, relevant experience with children and passion for educating in an engaging manner, makes her a dedicated and supportive tutor. She is eager to help students achieve their goals and reach their full potential.

William M.

ENG: William is a McGill graduate in Computer Science & Linguistics with 5+ years of experience tutoring a variety of subjects, specializing in Math. In CEGEP, he was a peer tutor in the Music Department at Vanier College, helping fellow students understand Music Theory and Ear Training, and he worked for a private company tutoring students from elementary school to CEGEP alike in STEM topics, French, and English. He discovered his love for teaching as a young teenager helping his neighbour’s son with French, and finds fulfillment in seeing his students become more confident and feel proud of their improvement. William brings an encouraging and positive approach to tutoring, and focuses on developing his students’ independence and confidence in their problem-solving skills. In his free time, William enjoys playing video games, hiking, playing the cello, and learning foreign languages.

FR: William est un diplômé de l’université McGill en Sciences Informatique & Linguistique avec plus de 5 ans d’expérience en tutorat, sa spécialisation étant les mathématiques. Au CÉGEP, il était tuteur au Collège Vanier en théorie musicale et solfège, et il a également travaillé pour une compagnie privée où il offrait du tutorat en mathématiques, en sciences, en français et en anglais. Il a découvert son amour pour l’enseignment à l’âge adolescent quand sa voisine lui a demandé d’aider son fils anglophone avec son français, et il adore voir ses étudiants devenir plus confiants et fiers de leurs accomplissements. William adopte une approche encourageante et positive au tutorat, et cherche a développer l’indépendance de ses étudiants ainsi que leur confiance en leur capacité à résoudre des problèmes. Dans ses temps libres, William aime jouer aux jeux vidéos, faire de la randonnée, jouer du violoncelle et apprendre des langues.

Marah A-D.

ENG:

Marah is a McGill University graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and eight years of tutoring experience. She offers support in mathematics and science subjects, including Calculus, Linear Algebra, Physics, and general Science, helping students strengthen their understanding and improve performance.

Her tutoring career began at John Abbott College where professors recognized her academic excellence and recommended her to assist other students. She was later officially hired by the college to tutor math, chemistry, and physics, gaining two years of daily hands-on experience with students. Since then, she has continued tutoring independently, working with learners across different academic levels and consistently receiving very positive feedback.

Marah is known for her clarity, patience, and ability to explain difficult concepts in simple, practical ways. She tailors her teaching to each student’s learning style and uses multiple approaches to ensure every topic is fully understood. She also shares effective study techniques, memorization tools, and problem-solving strategies that not only improve grades but also build confidence and independence.

Passionate about education, Marah believes learning should be both motivating and rewarding. She creates a supportive environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, develop stronger study habits, and reach their academic goals. Marah is committed to creating tailored work plans that maximize productivity and understanding, helping every student reach their potential.

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FR:

Marah est diplômée en génie électrique de l’Université McGill et possède plus de huit années d’expérience professionnelle en tutorat. Elle offre un accompagnement en mathématiques et en sciences, notamment en calcul différentiel et intégral, algèbre linéaire, physique et sciences générales, afin d’aider les élèves à consolider leurs connaissances et à améliorer leurs résultats scolaires.

Sa carrière de tutrice a débuté au Collège John Abbott, où ses professeurs, impressionnés par son excellence académique, l’ont recommandée pour soutenir d’autres étudiants. Elle a ensuite été officiellement embauchée par le collège pour donner des cours de mathématiques, chimie, physique et biologie, acquérant ainsi deux années d’expérience quotidienne. Depuis, elle poursuit son tutorat de manière indépendante et accompagne des élèves de différents niveaux, tout en recevant des retours très positifs.

Marah est reconnue pour sa clarté, sa patience et sa capacité à rendre accessibles des notions complexes grâce à des explications simples et adaptées. Elle ajuste ses méthodes en fonction du style d’apprentissage de chaque élève et utilise plusieurs approches pour assurer une compréhension complète. Elle partage également des techniques d’étude efficaces, des outils de mémorisation et des stratégies de résolution de problèmes qui renforcent la confiance et l’autonomie.

Animée par sa passion pour l’éducation, Marah crée un environnement motivant et encourageant où les élèves progressent, prennent confiance et atteignent leurs objectifs académiques.

Margarita J.

Margarita is a commerce student at Marianopolis College with a strong academic foundation and a passion for education. She graduated from Trafalgar School for Girls with First Class Standing with Honours, earning multiple mathematics awards for her academic excellence.

In high school, Margarita served as head of the peer mentoring program and worked as a math tutor, experiences that deepened her love for teaching and her understanding of different learning styles. For the past three summers, she has worked as both a camp counsellor and swim coach, developing strong communication skills and the ability to make learning engaging and approachable.

Margarita values building a connection with each student and tailoring her approach to meet their individual needs. She takes pride in helping students grow in confidence, master new concepts, and reach their goals

Samuelle F.

EN: Samuelle Fortin is a bilingual educator and mentor specializing in secondary and post-secondary learning. She is completing her master’s in Sociology at McGill University, where she also earned a Joint Honours B.A. in Sociology and French Literature. As a Teaching Assistant in McGill’s sociology department, she helped students synthesize and process dense course material, designed visual learning aids for neurodivergent students and those with non-linear thinking patterns, and used relational teaching to connect abstract concepts to students’ lived experiences.
Samuelle currently tutors Ukrainian university students in English through the ENGin program and mentors youth aged 16 to 21 with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Montreal. She has expertise in essay writing and exam preparation. Her lesson plans follow a structured yet adaptable framework, beginning with goal-setting and a directive approach, and moving toward independent application. Her primary aim is to foster lasting academic independence so students can confidently apply their learning in the long term.

FR : Samuelle Fortin est une éducatrice et mentore bilingue spécialisée dans l’enseignement secondaire et postsecondaire. Elle termine actuellement sa maîtrise en sociologie à l’Université McGill, où elle a également obtenu un baccalauréat spécialisé conjoint en sociologie et littérature française. En tant qu’assistante d’enseignement au département de sociologie de McGill, elle a aidé les étudiants à synthétiser et assimiler un contenu de cours dense, conçu des supports visuels d’apprentissage pour les étudiants neurodivergents et ceux ayant des modes de pensée non linéaires, et mis en œuvre une approche pédagogique relationnelle pour relier des concepts abstraits aux expériences vécues des étudiants.
Samuelle est actuellement tutrice d’anglais auprès d’étudiants universitaires ukrainiens dans le cadre du programme ENGin et mentore des jeunes âgés de 16 à 21 ans avec Grands Frères Grandes Sœurs du Grand Montréal. Elle possède une expertise en rédaction de dissertations et en préparation aux examens. Ses plans de cours suivent un cadre structuré mais adaptable, commençant par la définition d’objectifs et une approche directive, puis évoluant vers une application autonome. Son objectif principal est de favoriser une autonomie académique durable afin que les étudiants puissent appliquer leurs apprentissages avec confiance à long terme.

Shawana K.

Shawana holds a Master’s degree in Economics from the University of Guelph, Canada. Since 2022, she has been teaching Economics and Quantitative Methods courses at the CEGEP level in a contractual position. She also works with college and university students online, specializing in Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, and Statistics. Known for making complex ideas simple and engaging, Shawana helps students master core economic concepts, strengthen their analytical skills, and confidently apply theory to real-world problems. Her goal is to spark curiosity and show students the power of economics in understanding the world around them.

Franco L-B

A specialist in physics education, Franco holds a Master’s degree in Physics Education from Concordia University (CGPA 4.15/4.30) and an Honours B.Sc. in Physics with a Minor in Computer Science from McGill University (CGPA 3.99/4.00). He has over a decade of experience teaching and tutoring science, physics, and mathematics to high school and CEGEP students in both English and French.

From 2020 to 2025, Franco taught physics and mathematics in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme in Japan. He developed and delivered engaging lessons grounded in research-based pedagogy, guided numerous student research projects, and led interdisciplinary science initiatives. His students consistently achieved results above the IB world average, and he received his school’s Top Teacher Award in 2023.

Franco’s expertise is reinforced by extensive professional development in physics and mathematics education, including training in equity, diversity, and inclusion in STEM and a teaching mini-certificate from SALTISE on pedagogical design and active learning strategies. His Master’s research on innovative physics laboratory instruction has been published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at international conferences.

Fluent in English and proficient in French and Japanese, Franco combines active learning techniques with structured practice to help students strengthen problem-solving skills, deepen conceptual understanding, and develop a lasting appreciation for science and mathematics.

Seth B.

Seth recently completed his Master of Public Policy degree from McGill University and holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Alberta. With a strong foundation in both STEM and the social sciences, he brings an interdisciplinary perspective to his teaching.

His approach to learning is inspired by his motivation to connect theory and learning from the classroom to real-world problems and situations to make learning both engaging and relevant. Seth is comfortable teaching elementary and high-school subjects with particular expertise in chemistry, physics, mathematics, social studies, and the general sciences.

His teaching philosophy focuses on fostering a supportive and motivating learning environment where students can learn to take initiative, think critically, and develop a genuine pride in their learning. He hopes to equip students with the proper skills to both excel academically and prepare for success beyond the classroom.

Sofia Z.

ENG : Sofia earned an Honours Bachelor of Science in Physics with the French Immersion Program (2025) at the University of Ottawa. Bilingual in both French and English. She has worked in laboratories specialized in biophysics and photonics at the university. In her theoretical classes she excelled in many of her mathematics courses (Calculus, Linear Algebra) and her physics courses (Theoretical Physics, Mechanics, Optics, Quantum Mechanics, Biophysics, Astrophysics, and more).

Experienced in tutoring, teaching, and leading a few workshops in science. She hopes she becomes a high school physics teacher that can inspire young minds to explore STEM. Beyond the workplace, Sofia has many different hobbies including hiking, camping, swimming, reading, and skiing !

FR : Sofia est titulaire d’un baccalauréat en physique avec programme d’immersion de l’université d’Ottawa. Elle est bilingue français-anglais. Elle a travaillé dans des laboratoires spécialisés en biophysique et en photonique à l’université. Dans le cadre de ces cours théoriques, elle a excellé dans ses cours de mathématiques (calcul, algèbre linéaire, preuve et raisonnement mathématique) et de physique (physique théorique, mécanique, optique, physique du solide, mécanique quantique, biophysique, astrophysique, etc.).

Forte de son expérience en tutorat, en enseignement et en animation d’ateliers scientifiques, elle espère devenir professeure de physique au lycée et inspirer les jeunes à explorer les sciences et les mathématiques. En dehors du travail, Sofia a plusieurs passe-temps, dont la randonnée, le camping, la natation, la lecture et le ski !