Jessica C.
Jessica has completed her Honours Bachelor of Science Kinesiology degree from McMaster University, and is currently attending Ontario Tech University to gain her OCT certification in the Primary/Junior division. Jessica has always loved working with children! Over the years, she has gained ample experience working with children of all ages as a summer camp counsellor, and has developed a wide array of strategies to foster a safe and caring educational environment for children through her numerous client-facing job experiences. As an educator, she aims to boost self-confidence in order to achieve academic excellence.
In her free time, Jessica is a homebody – she loves to relax at home with a nice show and snacks. She also enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends.
Dylan W-M.
Dylan is an Ontario Certified Teacher with a strong background in mathematics and physics education. He holds a Bachelor of Science in physics and astronomy from the University of Waterloo and a Bachelor of Education from Queen’s University, specializing in Intermediate–Senior Physics and Mathematics.
Dylan has taught a wide range of high school math and physics courses from grades 9-12. Dylan also had the opportunity to teach English overseas to ELL students in Norway. During his teaching experiences in Ontario and Norway, he created unique. engaging activities, integrated fun learning tools like Desmos and Scratch, and supported students through additional help sessions to strengthen their confidence and skills.
Beyond the classroom, Dylan has several years of tutoring experience at both the high school and post-secondary levels. He helps guide students through challenging math and physics concepts by breaking problems down step-by-step and explaining them in intuitive ways. He also creates personalized review materials to target exactly what each student needs. His teaching style is patient, encouraging, and focused on building strong problem-solving skills.
When not teaching, Dylan enjoys travelling, reading fiction, working out, playing video games and cooking for friends and family.
Zi W.
Zi is an OCT certified Math, Business, and Coding teacher with 5+ years of classroom and online teaching experience (ESL, Math, Canadian & Singapore Curriculum). She is passionate about helping her students build confidence, develop strong problem-solving skills, and overall enjoy the learning process. Her goal for every class is to create a safe space where her students feel encouraged, positive, and comfortable to ask any questions or raise any concerns. She loves reading and playing video games.
Melanie S.
Melanie is a teacher candidate pursuing her Bachelor of Education in the Intermediate/Senior stream. She holds both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Arts in Global Development Studies. Melanie has extensive experience working as an emergency supply teacher with the TDSB, as well as a Teaching Assistant and ESL instructor. Upon completing her degree, she will be qualified to teach History and Social Sciences, however she also has experience teaching English, ESL, World Studies, and primary-level classes.
In addition to her secondary teaching focus, Melanie has experience working with younger children through her roles as a camp counsellor and daycare volunteer. In these settings, she supported early literacy development and facilitated creative, play-based learning activities
Melanie’s teaching philosophy centres on creating engaging, student-focused learning experiences. She loves designing fun, unique activities that help students feel motivated, confident, and excited to learn.
In her free time, Melanie enjoys drawing, travelling, and spending time outdoors.
Mary Z.
Mary is an Ontario Certified Teacher with a Bachelor of Education from Tyndale University. She has taught Grades 3–5 in the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) and York Region District School Board (YRDSB), and previously taught Grades 1–2 in an international school in China. With over seven years of combined teaching and educational experience, she brings strong instructional expertise to her work with learners from Kindergarten to Grade 8.
Mary specializes in creating supportive, engaging, and student-centered learning environments. She is highly skilled in differentiated instruction, assessment for/as learning, and culturally responsive practices. Her teaching experience includes working with English language learners and students with diverse academic needs, ensuring each child receives personalized guidance.
Mary is proficient in educational technologies such as Google Workspace, Seesaw, ClassDojo, Canva, and Himama, which she uses to enhance communication, track progress, and support interactive learning.
As both an educator and a parent of two young children, Mary understands the importance of patience, consistency, and strong home–school partnerships. She is passionate about helping students build confidence and develop effective learning strategies.
Mary offers tutoring in Math from Kindergarten to Grade 8, and Literacy and general academics from Kindergarten to Grade 6.
Priyanka G.
Priyanka G. holds a Master of Science degree in Mathematics and Statistics and brings over ten years of tutoring experience to her students. With a strong academic foundation and a passion for education, she has successfully guided learners from Grade 8 through university level, helping them build confidence and achieve measurable academic growth. Priyanka specializes in offering personalized support tailored to each student’s learning style and goals. She has worked with diverse learners and is skilled at simplifying complex concepts to make them clear and accessible.
Her teaching philosophy centers on fostering understanding, encouraging critical thinking, and nurturing a genuine interest in learning. Priyanka is committed to inspiring her students to reach their full potential and develop a lasting appreciation for education.
Nora C.
Nora is an Ontario Certified Teacher. She grew up in Waterdown, Ontario, moving to Guelph to complete an Undergraduate Degree in Business. Nora grew up with a deep love of travel and took the opportunity to explore the world following the completion of her degrees- going to places such as Romania, Austria, and across Canada several times. It was during her stay in Jasper, Alberta that Nora discovered her passion for teaching and working with children. When she decided to pursue teaching as a career Nora moved to Toronto and completed a Bachelor of Education at the University of Toronto. It is through teaching that Nora has been able to foster her love of Business. During the summer months, Nora travels as much as possible, gardens, reads books, attends as many Blue Jays games as possible, and spends time at the cottage with her kids. Nora believes that by building a strong relationship with her students she is better able to meet their needs and grow their learning. As a teacher, Nora continues to develop strategies for working with children. She finds these experiences enjoyable and extremely rewarding.
Danicka C.
Danicka has a Master’s degree in Child Study and Education from the University of Toronto. She majored in French Studies with a minor in Sociology from York University’s Glendon Campus. Danicka has taught in international school settings across Canada, England, Portugal, and France, and brings over 5 years of teaching experience. She is familiar with the IB curriculum, UK National Curriculum, French National Curriculum, and the Ontario Curriculum. She has a specialization in teaching French as a Second Language and enjoys working with learners of all abilities and backgrounds. She is also fluent in four languages; English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese. Aside from teaching, Danicka enjoys travelling, fitness classes, photography, and web design.
Janice H.
Janice is an Ontario Certified Teacher with a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Bachelor of Education. She has over five years of teaching experience in a variety of settings, including foreign schools, private schools, public schools within the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) and York Region District School Board (YRDSB), as well as one-on-one tutoring.
TESL-qualified, Janice specializes in supporting English Language Learners and helping students gain confidence in reading, writing, and speaking. Her lessons are student-centered, interactive, and designed to make learning enjoyable and meaningful. Known for her warm and engaging teaching style, Janice creates a positive environment where students feel supported and motivated to do their best.
Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, and conversational in Korean, Janice easily connects with students from diverse backgrounds. Outside of teaching, she enjoys dancing and playing the electric guitar—bringing creativity, rhythm, and fun into her classroom and tutoring sessions.
SHABANA H.
Shabana is an accomplished educator with a Bachelor’s degree in Education and holds Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) status in good standing. Her qualifications span the Primary/Junior and Intermediate divisions.
Shabana brings over 13 years of classroom experience teaching at the elementary, junior and high school level in Ontario. In addition to her extensive time in the classroom, she served for two years as a Director of Academics, where she focused on curriculum development and instructional excellence. Shabana is deeply passionate about fostering environments where every student can achieve their full potential and experience meaningful academic success.