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.

Vera V.

Vera is an aspiring French teacher who completed her undergraduate degree in French Studies. She is currently pursuing her teaching degree through a concurrent program at York University. During her third year in her undergraduate, Vera was able to do an international exchange program in Brussels, Belgium, where she attended courses at the Université Libre de Bruxelles. During her exchange, she was able to immerse herself in the francophone culture which helped her enhance her French writing and speaking skills. Vera has always had a passion for working with children, and has gained lots of experience over the years. One of her most memorable experiences is working as a camp director this summer at a Track and Field summer camp. With a background in tutoring as well, Vera takes joy in helping students achieve their goals and acquire skills that will benefit them throughout their academic journey. In her free time, Vera enjoys reading books, going on runs, and spending time with friends and family.

Diego C.

Diego is a dedicated educator with extensive experience working with children and youth with diverse needs. Holding a Bachelor of Arts in Child and Youth Care from Toronto Metropolitan University, Diego is now currently in his second year of his Master of Teaching program at the University of Toronto OISE, where he continues to learn and develop his skills in teaching students in the Primary and Junior Stream. Professionally, Diego has worked as a Long Term Occasional Educational Assistant at Bloorview School Authority for the past 5 years and continues to be an active community member within the school. Here he collaborates with multidisciplinary teams such as teachers, physiotherapists, occupational therapist, and speech pathologists that support students’ academic and medical needs and provides Diego with many perspectives to learn from. His experience extends to roles such as Life Skills Assistant at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, where he created life skills programs for youth with disabilities. Diego has also worked as an online ESL teacher where he has mastered virtual classroom management skills while also supporting students with their reading and pronunciation. When Diego is not working, you can find him playing tennis or keeping up with the latest trends. His diverse experience in education makes him a well-rounded educator who cares about the students he works with.

Liz M.

Liz Muir is a dedicated mathematics educator with over 12 years of experience. She holds a Master of Mathematics for Teachers, a Bachelor of Education in Mathematics and a Bachelor of Civil Engineering.

Liz provides personalized support to help students excel in mathematics. Her approach focuses on developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills while adapting to each student’s unique learning style. By building strong relationships and fostering a comfortable learning environment, Liz ensures that her students gain confidence in their mathematical abilities.

Proficient with a variety of educational tools, Liz creates engaging tutoring sessions tailored to individual student needs. She is excited to help all students reach their full potential and develop a strong understanding of mathematics.

Lily H.

Lily has a Master’s degree in Mathematics & Statistics from York University and a B.Ed. from OISE with more than 10 years of experience. Being a teacher at heart, she is confident in serving you and your child(ren) the best she can. Lily believes child(ren) should be encouraged to work up to their own given potentials, whether be in math or in other perspectives of life. Lily is committed to work closely with families reaching their goals.

Lily is specialized in all high school math courses including: MTH1W, MPM2D, MFM2P, MCR3U, MCF3M, MHF4U, MCV4U, MDM4U. In addition, she is experienced in University of Waterloo’s Math Competition for all levels.

Lily likes to read Mysteries such as those by P.D. James, and to spend quality time with her family including a Standard Poodle named Stella.