Sara V.

Sara is a Junior/Intermediate teacher candidate in her second year of the Bachelor of Education program at Wilfrid Laurier University. She previously earned a Bachelor of Kinesiology from Wilfrid Laurier in 2021, with Health and Physical Education as her teachable subjects.

Her decision to pursue education stems from a commitment to fostering student success and creating inclusive learning environments. Inspired by the impactful educators in her own academic journey, she strives to support diverse learners through differentiated instruction and culturally relevant pedagogy.

With experience teaching Grades 3 to 8 through four practicum placements, Sara has been recognized for her professionalism, competency, and strong relationship-building skills. She is dedicated to continuous learning and growth, ensuring her teaching practices evolve to meet the needs of all students.

Natnael M.

Natnael is a Computer Science student at Toronto Metropolitan University. He has 7+ years of Computer Science, Mathematics, and Science experience, 8+ years of Mathematics Experience, both at High-School and University levels. Natnael also has 2+ years of Tutoring experience, with both one-to-one and in groups. Lesson plans are flexible and catered to the student, with an emphasis on understanding why something happens, not only what to do to solve it.

Francesca S.

Francesca S. graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree from York University and received her Bachelor of Education degree from York University as well. Francesca’s areas of specialty include the Intermediate/Senior divisions, but she has ample experience teaching in the Primary and Junior divisions as well.

Fully trilingual, Francesca has extensive experience working with students at most grade levels of core French, specifically, Primary to Intermediate.

Francesca inspires and motivates her students with her patience and support. She believes there is a solution to every obstacle. As a dedicated teacher, Francesca finds fulfillment in witnessing her students’ progress and success.
She utilizes numerous engaging and varied teaching strategies and resources that are reflective of the different interests and learning styles of the students. Moreover, Francesca maintains open communication with parents, providing regular feedback and next steps on their child’s progress.

MADELEINE B.

Madeleine is a student at the University of Toronto pursuing a Master’s in Teaching with a specialization in French education and plans on teaching French at the primary level. Before starting her current program, Madeleine completed an Honours Bachelor of Arts in English Literature at U of T. Having grown up attending French language schools across the US and France, she developed a passion for francophone culture and language. Madeleine taught as a grade 1 to 3 second language teacher at a French language school in Seattle, Washington, before pivoting to tutoring adult English language learners. As a multilingual language learner herself, Madeleine understands that every child’s learning needs are unique and she prioritizes individualized teaching plans to most effectively aid each student in their learning goals.

In her free time, Madeleine has been learning Spanish and enjoys staying active outdoors. She recently discovered crochet and has been learning how to make her own winter accessories!

Katarina S.

Katarina is a Management student at the University of Toronto, currently in her final year on track to complete a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in 2025. Katarina has completed an education in French Immersion, spanning 12 years, ultimately receiving a Certificate in French Immersion Studies. Moreover, Katarina has received an Ontario Scholar certificate upon Secondary School completion, acknowledging her achievements, which were later recognized by her university in offering her a partial scholarship. Katarina has always had a love and passion for learning languages, with French being her third, beginning her learning of it at the age of 6. Furthering this passion, Katarina had begun tutoring children Grades 1-9 in Core French and French Immersion, and has been tutoring for 2 years now. Katarina’s goal is to pass on her knowledge to help students reach their full potential in french speaking, reading, and writing, all while creating a focused, engaging and supportive environment. Furthermore, Katarina enjoys working with children, showcased through multiple opportunities over the years, most notably during her several year volunteer position as an assistant kids dance instructor. In her free time, Katarina enjoys spending time with her family and friends, going to concerts, and doing puzzles.

Andrea D. R.

Andrea is a dedicated professional specializing in applied behaviour analysis (ABA) with extensive experience supporting early learners in developing foundational skills in math and English. She has completed her Master of Professional Education in Applied Behaviour Analysis from Western University and holds an Honours Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Behavioural Science Technician Diploma. Currently serving as a Behaviour Clinician, Andrea excels in designing individualized behaviour intervention plans, coaching teams, and conducting skill assessments like ABLLS-R and VB-MAPP to guide early academic and developmental goals. Her experience includes implementing evidence-based strategies like Discrete Trial Training (DTT) and Natural Environment Teaching (NET) to enhance language, literacy, and numeracy skills. With a strong background in tutoring, training caregivers, and fostering collaboration with families and educators, Andrea is passionate about creating engaging, personalized learning experiences that build confidence and success in young learners.

Omar A.

Omar is an Ontario College of Teachers certified educator working in the Peel region. He obtained his Bachelor of Education from Nipissing University and is qualified to teach intermediate and senior Math and Physics. He did his undergraduate studies at the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Science and a minor in English Language and Literature. He has extensive experience teaching in both elementary and secondary schools, with a focus on secondary Mathematics courses. He has experience working alongside students with individualized needs and English language learners. He has a passionate interest in all thing’s math and science, and hopes to spread his enthusiasm to the students around him.

Stephanie K.

Stephanie is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science (BSc) at the University of Toronto, specializing in Human Biology with minors in Human Physiology and Italian. With a passion for healthcare and education, she has developed strong analytical and organizational skills through various roles in the medical and academic fields.
In addition to her medical experience and academic journey, Stephanie has a strong foundation in education, having tutored students in biology, chemistry, and math from grades 8 to 12. Her ability to simplify complex concepts has helped students improve their understanding and confidence in these subjects. Her diverse skill set, commitment to excellence, and passion for helping others make her a valuable asset in any healthcare or educational setting.

Julia V.

Julia has a Masters of Science in Psychology, with a focus on Applied Behaviour Analysis from Capella University, is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) and is a Registered Behaviour Analyst with the College of Psychologists in Ontario. She has experience supervising and working with clients between the ages of 4-17 with ASD and developmental disabilities on a variety of academic, social and life skills, as well as behaviour management strategies for clients and their families. She has experience with staff and parent training and loves to help families meet their goals!

Andriene M.

Andriene is a second-year student in the Master’s of Teaching program at the University of Toronto’s Ontario Institute for Studies in Education. She has had two placements within the Dufferin Peel Catholic District School Board where she formed strong connections with students teaching various subjects in grade 3 and 3/4 classrooms. She has recent experience tutoring a grade 4 student in literacy and mathematics as well as a grade 9 student in mathematics.

Andriene’s affinity towards education was influenced by her many experiences working with children in different settings. After graduating summa cum laude from McMaster University, earning a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology Neuroscience and Behaviour, Andriene gained employment working closely with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder as an Instructor Therapist of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). She administered both one-on-one and group ABA therapy, teaching various skills including academic, communication, emotional regulation, and executive functioning skills. Working with students on the spectrum placed empathy and compassion at the center of her approach to teaching. Following this, Andriene landed a position as a project coordinator for the Faculty of Science at McMaster University, wherein she co-developed an afterschool and summer STEM outreach program for Black high school students.

Andriene’s prior experiences demonstrate a strong passion for helping students reach their fullest potential. She looks forward to cultivating positive and engaging learning environments within her tutoring practice as she applies student-centred approaches to teaching literacy and mathematics from grades K-8.