Angelita B.

Angelita Banton, B.A., M.Ed., OCT is a passionate Ontario Certified Teacher and Special Education Specialist dedicated to empowering students of all abilities through inclusive, individualized, and evidence-based education. With a Master of Education in Curriculum Design and Instruction, a Graduate Certificate in Autism Behavioural Science, and extensive experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and diverse learning needs, she is committed to creating meaningful learning experiences that foster academic achievement, confidence, and independence. Angelita’s purpose is to ensure every learner feels valued, capable, and equipped to reach their fullest potential by designing engaging, culturally responsive, and accessible learning opportunities. She believes that strong partnerships with families, educators, and multidisciplinary professionals are essential to student success. Her professional interests include curriculum development, special education, literacy intervention, educational technology, executive functioning, and inclusive teaching practices. Known for her compassionate nature, collaborative leadership, creativity, patience, and unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, Angelita strives to inspire both students and educators by creating supportive environments where every learner can thrive and every success is celebrated.

Romy R.

Romy is a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA) and Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) with over 10 years of experience supporting children, teens, and families across a variety of learning and developmental needs. She is passionate about helping learners build confidence and enjoys supporting caregivers with practical strategies that create meaningful change in everyday life.

Romy’s approach is compassionate, practical, and grounded in evidence-based strategies. She values collaboration with families and interdisciplinary teams to create positive, supportive experiences and believes meaningful progress happens when everyone works together to build on a learner’s unique strengths.

Outside of work, you can find Romy spending time with her family and friends (usually around good food!) and enjoying the outdoors with her rescue dog Bodie.

Ralph K.

Ralph graduated with high distinctions from the Rotman school of management at the University of Toronto (BCom ’21 with a specialization in finance and economics, major in economics, and minor in environmental economics). He has been teaching as a TA and tutor since his second year, helping students all over North America succeed. After graduating, Ralph decided to follow his dreams of becoming a professional football (soccer) player and has been playing professionally in Europe for the last years. He loves keeping his brain active, teaching, and helping others. As such, he continues to be available as a devoted tutor to help you excel in school.

Mackenna E.

Mackenna is a recent Ontario Certified Teacher and a graduate of the Lakehead Education program, specializing in Primary/Junior divisions. She has been in the education field for over three years, working at a preschool and Summer camp with children aged 16 months to 8 years old. Mackenna has completed placements in Special Education, grade 2/3, grade 4, and grade 6. During her final placement, she travelled to Kuujjuarapik, Quebec and worked in a grade 6 classroom, preparing them for their Board examinations and immersing herself in the culture.
Mackenna prioritizes creating a classroom culture of respect and care, with a welcoming and inclusive environment for every student. This approach supports students’ learning and allows them to take risks in their education.
Mackenna majored in History at university and studied abroad in Wales during her undergraduate degree. She loves to travel, be outdoors, and work with children.

Kelly C.

Kelly is a passionate educator who works with Primary students in all subjects. Kelly graduated with a  Bachelors of Education at Queens University in 2025 majoring in Environmental education. Kelly is passionate about teaching students one-on-one in order to foster a professional relationship built on trust so they can excel with their academics and confidence levels.

Shayna R-Z.

Shayna is a certified teacher specializing in Primary and Junior Education. She is committed to ongoing professional growth and will be pursuing additional qualifications in Intermediate Education this summer, followed by a Master of Education degree in the fall. Known for being kind, caring, compassionate, and patient, she strives to create a supportive environment where students feel confident, motivated and challenged.

Before entering the classroom, Shayna worked as a professional actress and singer, as well as a professional chef (and competitor on a major television cooking competition). These diverse experiences have shaped her creative, engaging, and adaptable approach to teaching, allowing her to connect with students in meaningful and memorable ways.

Aislinn H.

Aislinn is an experienced educator with nineteen years of teaching expertise across Grades 1–8, including French Immersion and Core French. She holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Program of Education from Canisius College (2007), and she has continued to deepen her professional knowledge as an FSL Specialist, a Math and Literacy Leader with the SCDSB, and a certified DELF Correcteur. Aislinn is known for her results‑driven tutoring approach, using evidence‑based diagnostic assessments to design personalized programs that accelerate student growth in any subject area. She brings a holistic, child‑centered philosophy to her work, supporting not only students’ academic development but also improving learning skills and a strong growth mindset. Aislinn has particular strengths in number sense and numeracy acquisition and fluency, early reading and spelling intervention, and French‑language literacy for both Core and Immersion pathways, including preparation for the DELF exam. Outside the classroom, she enjoys spending time with her three teenage daughters, coaching and playing volleyball, and reading outdoors whenever she can.

Katie E.

Katie was born and raised in Collingwood and has completed her undergraduate degree in Political Science from the University of Guelph. She is currently at Lakehead University specializing her Bachelor of Education in the Primary and Junior levels. Katie is passionate about helping students succeed and feel confident in their learning. Katie’s goal is to create a learning environment where students can reach their full potential. She has experience working with students with diverse needs and excels in teaching both math and language. She takes a patient and empathetic approach and will foster a safe environment for all students. Outside of school Katie loves to travel, hike, and read. She has also taken part in field schools to learn about teaching in other countries such as Italy and Ecuador.

Moe H.

Maureen H. (Moe) brings over 35 years of teaching experience in Special Education and Mathematics. She earned her Honours BA, Bachelor of Education, and Special Education qualifications from Western University (formerly the University of Western Ontario), building a strong foundation for her extensive career in education.

Moe spent 20 years teaching secondary school math and has 10 years of tutoring experience, supporting students in Grades 9–12 across all levels of math. Her background in Special Education allows her to tailor lessons to diverse learning needs, breaking down complex concepts and helping students build confidence and independence.

As a parent of five and grandparent of three, Moe values patience, encouragement, and clear communication. Outside of tutoring, she enjoys skiing, snowboarding, ping pong, tennis, and pickleball, bringing energy and positivity to every session.

Mikayla K.

Mikayla is a dedicated tutor and education student with a strong passion for supporting young learners and helping them build confidence in their abilities. She is currently completing a Concurrent Education program at Lakehead University where she has focused her studies on English, psychology, child development and education. Mikayla brings meaningful hands-on experience from her role as an Educational Assistant with the Simcoe County District School Board, where she worked closely with students with diverse learning needs, adapting instruction and creating calm, encouraging learning environments. Her tutoring journey began in Grade 8, where she was driven by a genuine love of helping children build knowledge, focus, and a strong foundation for learning. Parents value Mikayla’s patient, empathetic approach and her ability to connect with children in ways that make learning feel safe, positive, and achievable. She excels in one-on-one tutoring, supporting students in early reading, writing, math, organization, and study skills while fostering confidence and independence. Outside of tutoring, Mikayla spends her free time exploring hobbies including a wide variety of arts and crafts, cooking, baking, hiking, gardening, camping and reading.