Danielle T.

Danielle is a graduate of the concurrent education program from University of Toronto/Ontario Institute for Studies in Education. With an Honours Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education as well as an additional qualification, Danielle is an Ontario Certified Teacher who is qualified to teach Mathematics and English in the Junior, Intermediate, and Senior divisions. She also currently teaches dance and has completed her eighth year as a summer camp leader at her local community centre for children ages 3-16.

Danielle values the connection between her and her students as it allows her to motivate the students through personal connections. It also allows her to differentiate and adapt to the individual needs of each student, encouraging them to grow in their learning.

Christine L.

Christine successfully completed her undergraduate studies in Psychology and Biology at The University of Western Ontario. She went overseas to South Korea for one year to help students from kindergarten to grade 4 explore the English language in creative and engaging ways. In that year, Christine’s passion for teaching grew exponentially so she went back to Canada to complete Teachers College at OISE. It is where she graduated with distinction as a junior-intermediate teacher with a teachable in general science. Her extensive experiences in working with children with different needs at various grade levels allows her to provide effective learning for all different types of learners. Although her speciality is in sciences, her research work with child developmental psychology researchers and teaching experiences in literacy and mathematics makes her an outstanding tutor for all of these subject areas. She is a warm and compassionate teach er who holds a firm commitment to success of all students.

Deanna S.

Deanna received her undergraduate degree at the University of Western Ontario in 2011 with a double major in English and History, followed by a Bachelor of Education at Nipissing University specializing in Primary, Junior and Intermediate grade levels. Deanna’s diverse experiences working with students of all ages and backgrounds, as a dance instructor, classroom volunteer and international English teacher have framed her love of learning and passion to teach.

Following her B.Ed., Deanna worked as a classroom tutor in a K-6 primary level school and went on to teach in multiple classrooms from Kindergarten through Grade 10 as an occasional teacher from 2012-2015. She has worked one-on-one with many learners who had behavioural and developmental learning exceptionalities and helped students gain confidence and positive results with reading and writing skills.

Professional development is a crucial aspect for Deanna’s learning base as she is TRIBES Certified and has completed additional qualifications in Special Education Part 1, Dance Part 1, and Senior English. Additionally, Deanna is an experienced SSAT coach, having guided dozens of students through this test taking process. Furthermore, Deanna is trained in the Direct Instruction method of teaching and has spent time within a school setting teaching students Reading Mastery and the Wilson Reading Program.

Deanna truly enjoys working one-on-one with students to foster collaborative and engaging learning and takes pride in promoting self-confidence and inspiring others to get excited about learning. She also has a love for fitness, theatre and the arts with 15 years of technical dance training.

Lauren S.

Lauren joins Prep Academy with over 10 years of experience working with children and youths. She completed her elementary education at Toronto French School, developing bilingual proficiency and a love for language and literature in both English and French. In 2012, she graduated from Queen’s University, with an honours degree in Drama and French, as well as a Bachelor of Education. At Queen’s, she was the recipient of the Principal’s Scholarship, and graduated with distinction. She then moved overseas to complete her MA in Professional Acting at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School.

For the past two years, Lauren has remained in the UK to pursue professional performance and teaching opportunities. As a cover teacher, she gained experience across all grades and curriculum areas. She soon became a fixture at Bristol Grammar School, where she taught everything from Dance and Music to Maths and Sciences, in addition to assisting with extracurricular productions.

Lauren is especially fond of teaching outside the classroom, both one-on-one and in small groups; she spends her summers at Centauri Summer Arts Camp, where she runs two-week immersive theatre programs for young artists. She loves arts-based education, and strives to incorporate drama, dance, visual arts, and music wherever possible.

Lauren enjoys working with students of all ages, especially through experiential learning. She has experience working with special needs students and strongly believes that given the right opportunities, everyone can learn!

Kristen S.

Kristen graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University in 2010 with a degree in Sociology and went on to receive her Bachelors of Education in 2011 at The University of Western Ontario. Since graduating, Kristen has taken additional courses in Special Education, Reading, ESL and Primary Education. Kristen is currently employed by the Halton District School Board and is a grade 2/3 teacher. In her spare time, Kristen loves to dance, do yoga, and spend time with her puppy!