Sela C.

Lilah G.

Hi! I’m Lilah, and I’ve been a secondary school teacher with the TDSB for the past six years. I mainly teach English, Social Sciences and Family Studies. During the school year I work at an alternative secondary school, which I really love.

English is definitely one of my main areas of experience. For about five years, I’ve taught English through TDSB summer school and night school, particularly ENG4U (Grade 12 University English), so I’m very familiar with the course and what students need to be successful. I’ve worked with students on everything from essay writing and thesis development to reading comprehension, literary analysis, grammar, and just becoming more confident writers overall.

Before becoming a teacher, I also had a background in Child and Youth Care, so building relationships with students and making them feel comfortable has always been really important to me. I’m patient, approachable, and I try to explain things in a way that actually makes sense rather than making schoolwork feel more complicated than it needs to be. I also know that every student learns differently, so I’m happy to slow things down, break things into smaller steps, or approach something in a different way when needed.

Outside of teaching, I love animals, being outdoors and in nature, reading, and musical theatre.

RINAT E.

Rinat has a masters in music performance from the University of Western Ontario and a bachelor of Education from York University.

As a member of the Ontario College of Teachers since 2003, she had taught at Toronto Montessori School and for sixteen years with the Toronto District School Board.

She has an excellent knowledge of the Ontario Curriculum.

Beverley O.

Beverley Odamtten is an Ontario Certified Teacher with over 20 years of teaching experience working with students from Kindergarten through Grade 10. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Communication Studies from the University of Windsor, Ontario, and a Bachelor of Education. She also holds Additional Qualifications in ESL, Reading, Special Education, and Family Studies & Guidance.
Beverley has extensive experience supporting students in Reading, English, Writing, ESL, Mathematics (Grades 1–6), homework, study skills, and Kindergarten readiness. As a Grade 6 STEAM educator, she incorporates creativity, technology, hands-on activities, problem-solving, and real-world connections into her teaching. She adapts instruction to different learning styles, abilities, and individual needs.
Beverley believes that every student can learn and that building confidence is an important part of academic success. She creates a supportive and encouraging environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and developing their skills at their own pace.
Outside of education, Beverley enjoys spending time with her family, especially travelling and cruising together. She also loves finding great deals and giving back to others through acts of kindness. Her warm, patient, and positive approach reflects her belief that encouragement and kindness can make a meaningful difference in a child’s learning journey.

Lily C.

Lily is an Ontario certified teacher with nearly 20 years of experience in the Toronto District School Board. Holding a postgraduate degree from Oxford Brookes University (England), she specializes in Special Education, ESL, literacy, and mathematics for primary and junior learners.

Lily works closely with students who face learning challenges, helping them master key reading strategies and build core foundational math skills. Her student-centred approach ensures every child receives tailored support grounded in evidence-based methods and close partnership with parents.

When she isn’t teaching, Lily enjoys staying active at the gym, knitting, walking her two dogs, reading, and spending quality time with her two daughters.

Sylvia S.

As an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) with 20 years of teaching experience across both public and independent schools in the GTA, Sylvia offers comprehensive academic support, both in person and online, tailored to your child’s individual needs. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts from the University of Toronto, a Bachelor of Education from OISE/UofT, and has completed various Additional Qualification (AQ) courses to continually enhance her instructional practice. She specializes in teaching all subjects from Kindergarten to Grade 10, as well as English and Humanities for Grades 11 and 12. Beyond core academics, she brings extensive expertise in special education, including specialized support for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This targeted approach helps students strengthen both their academic and executive functioning skills to thrive inside and outside the classroom.

Karim E M.

Karim is a fully credentialed educator with over nine years of international teaching and tutoring experience, specializing in STEM and English from elementary through secondary levels. He holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) with UK Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) from the University of Sunderland, a Double Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry.

Throughout his career, Karim has served in key academic leadership roles—including Head of the Science Department at Khalil Gibran School—and has successfully guided senior students through rigorous Cambridge iGCSE and A-Level examinations. Fully bilingual in English and French, he brings extensive experience in delivering international curricula and adapting instruction to support diverse learning styles.

As a tutor, Karim integrates brain-based, cognitive learning strategies to help students demystify complex scientific and mathematical concepts. His pedagogical approach emphasizes metacognitive problem-solving, building student independence, and fostering self-efficacy. Whether working one-on-one or in specialized group programs, he creates a structured, encouraging environment designed to inspire confidence and drive measurable academic achievement.

Shayan G.

Shayan values curiosity and learning, as he himself once tapped into his potential for learning and achieved his goals, which is what he aims to transfer to his students as well.
He is studying psychology BaSC, at Toronto Metropolitan university, and has been teaching nationwide in the topics of STEM for the last 5 years.
Shayan’s philosophy as a tutor is that he believes every human being must be curious and learn from history that science and mathematics are the only tools we have that transcends us from being regular.
He is also a chess nerd, and reads and writes in his free time, with a sparkle of science communication in his magazine!

Vithunia L.

Vithunia Lalkumar is a permanent Ontario school teacher with the Toronto Catholic District School Board and has been teaching since 2020. She has experience providing curriculum-based instruction and individualized academic support to students with diverse learning needs.

Her academic and professional credentials include an undergraduate degree and Ontario teaching qualifications spanning the Primary, Junior, Intermediate, and Senior divisions. She has completed additional qualifications in Intermediate Mathematics, General Science, Special Education, English as a Second Language (ESL), and Religious Education.

Vithunia provides tutoring in Primary and Junior subjects, Intermediate English, Mathematics and Science (Grades 7–8), Biology, and Senior Mathematics and Science (Grades 9–12). She also supports students with English preparation, including grammar, reading comprehension, paragraph writing, essay writing, editing, and preparation for assignments and assessments.

Her teaching experience includes developing curriculum-aligned lessons, differentiating instruction, supporting students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and preparing students to meet grade-level expectations. Her tutoring is tailored to each student’s academic needs, areas for growth, and learning goals.

Outside of teaching and tutoring, Vithunia is professionally trained in dance and enjoys continuing to dance. She is also an avid reader, enjoys fitness, spending time with family and friends, and maintaining an active lifestyle.

Alessia F.

Alessia is an Ontario Certified Teacher, holding a Master of Teaching from the University of Toronto’s Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE), as well as a BA in Criminology and Sociology from the University of Toronto and a Master’s degree in Sociology from Western University. Alessia is qualified to teach English and Social Science at the Intermediate and Senior grade levels.

Alessia has had a variety of classroom experiences throughout her teacher education and practicum placements. She has experience teaching English across both the elementary and secondary, as well as supporting students in ESL and the Ontario Secondary School Literacy Course. These experiences have helped Alessia develop a teaching philosophy grounded in inclusive, differentiated, and student-centred learning. She is passionate about creating positive classroom environments where students feel supported, encouraged to take risks, and empowered to develop their literacy and critical thinking skills.

Alessia also brings over six years of experience working in youth programming. In her various leadership roles, she has developed and delivered programming, trained seasonal staff, supported families, and created opportunities for young people to build confidence, leadership skills, and meaningful connections within their communities. She believes that learning extends beyond the classroom and that strong relationships and community are an important part of student success.

When Alessia isn’t teaching or working with youth, she enjoys reading, spending time with friends and family, and exploring Toronto resturants.