SARAH G.

Hi! I’m Sarah-I have a Masters degree in Education, working towards my Ph.D in Sociology-I am interactive, life long learner, and feel that it is imperative that students feel ’empowered’ to learn and want to learn more.

HANNAH G.

Hannah is currently finishing the last year of her Bachelor of Education at Queen’s University, and is expected to obtain OCT certification in July of 2024. Hannah has over 5 years experience teaching both primary/junior and intermediate/senior students. Hannah has taught Math, English, Science, and Social studies to students of all ages and grades. Hannah is passionate about helping all her students succeed and believes every student has the ability to succeed.

Claudia Z

Claudia is a Registered Early Childhood Educator in Ontario where she graduated from Conestoga College in 2018 Kitchener campus. As such, she has 5+ years experience working as an RECE in various classrooms and age groups. Claudia is currently a team lead/ supervisor of a centre in Oakville, and is very excited to be a mentor for the educators within the centre. Additionally, she has studied psychology at the university of Guelph from 2012- 2016 and has received a Yoga and Mindfulness

TUSHAR S.

Tushar received his Bachelor of Technology degree in Civil Engineering & pursuing his Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering from the University of Toronto. He discovered his passion for teaching while he was in high school where he really enjoyed teaching Math & Physics. He began his teaching journey during his undergraduate degree which gave him a sense of satisfaction and motivated him to work as a Teaching Assistant for Mathematics & Physics to university students. He worked on a $50BN construction project as a senior civil engineer. He is known for teaching Math to grades 1 to 12, focusing on developing strong fundamental knowledge of concepts using easy to understand techniques based on Ontario curriculum. His vast experience of teaching allows him to use different learning techniques based on the individual learning styles best suited to his students. He is an active investor with a keen interest in personal finance and financial markets. In his free time, he enjoys listening to audiobooks, swimming, and cycling.

NATASHA P.

Natasha Pinto is an OCT-certified educator with 12 years of experience, specializing in primary and junior-level teaching. Her journey began after completing her Bachelors of Education at Niagara University, leading her to gain international teaching experience in the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E). Over five years, Natasha worked with diverse students and collaborated with educators from around the world, gaining invaluable insights into different teaching approaches.

MEGHAN M.

A student-focused educator and life-long learner committed to creating a collaborative space that is stimulating, encouraging and adaptive to the varied needs of all students. With a devotion to equity and inclusion, Meghan believes in developing pedagogy that is culturally relevant and responsive to the strengths, experiences and interests of students so that they are reflected within the learning that is taking place. Meghan is Primary/Junior Certified and is an OCT certified teacher with the Toronto District School Board. Meghan has her specialist in special education and has been teaching with the school board for 4 years.

Willa J.

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HAITHAM F.

Haitham majored in math and statistics, and also has a Bachelors of Commerce from York University. He enjoys helping others and found he has a knack for explaining math concepts and used that in his work for several tutoring companies during his undergraduate years as well as afterwards. After amassing considerable experience he was hired as a high school math teacher at several private high schools in the North York and Vaughan area.

Haitham believes in a patient, positive and fun learning environment. His goal is to have a positive impact on his students’ educational life and have fun doing it.

TATIANA C.

Tatiana graduated with a Master’s degree in Psychology (Honours) from Pedagogical State University(2006),Republic of Moldova. She has a Bachelor of Education (Honours) Program specializing in Psychology, Pedagogy in the English Language (2003). In 2010 she completed the Early Childhood Educator Program at George Brown College and became a RECE (registered early childhood educator). She is a Member of CECE in good standing.

In 2014 ,Tatiana successfully completed a French Program with HIGH Honours at Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology. She completed multiple workshops and programs related to the field of education In 2022 she successfully completed a program ” Building resilience in young students at Mothercraft Shaping Children’s Lives Through Learning. She started her career in the field of education as a RECE,continuing as an ESL & FSL Teacher ,and Childcare Supervisor. Tatiana is passionate about her teaching skills, and she is providing a developmentally play based curriculum program as a DECE ( designated early childhood educator) in TDSB(since 2014 – present) – French Immersion Program for Primary Grades students.

Since 2006 ,Tatiana has displayed a genuine interest in teaching students (age 4- 12), working promptly, building responsive and positive relationships with families and staff members. Tatiana is familiar with the Montessori approach that is specifically designed to stimulate children’s intellectual, social skills as well as emotional growth in a loving and comfortable environment. Tatiana believes that children must have freedom to explore, to choose, to be creative in order to develop their uniqueness while demonstrating their learning. She is a caring individual that interacts in a gentle and supportive manner with a tremendous amount of patience. Tatiana possesses an excellent ability to listen attentively and respectfully to all students , offering encouragement and praise. Her joyful activities and long plans are developmentally appropriate and thought based on students’ skills and abilities. Her activities could be planned spontaneously, sparking interest ,promoting exploration, self-esteem, self-regulation ,self-confidence , cooperation and participation.

Tatiana is consistent and firm when redirecting students on time using logical and natural consequences and problem solving strategies helping students to understand their responsibilities. In her teaching Tatiana uses a variety of techniques and appropriate resources when planning, moreover, asking thought provoking questions. She shows her self- confidence when taking initiative cooperating with staff members and students , and interacting greatly, seeking the ways to contribute to the program she provides. Tatiana’s professional , theoretical and practical experiences are clearly reflected in her teaching environment, when she is engaging students in a creative problem solving inquiry ,challenging them to extend their learning skills. Tatiana is aware that each student has their own pace and unique abilities to process and perceive the learning material. Therefore, her goal is to implement the lessons where all the students are included to participate easily, with comfort to acquire the knowledge and skills achieving the results to the highest of their potential.

Tatiana enjoys dancing, singing, reading, writing poems, playing sports, and watching movies and TV shows. Few years ago( 2017) Tatiana was awarded in York Centre for “SERVICE to COUNTRY and COMMUNITY – Canada 150 Award “by Member of Parliament, Michael Levitt, and for her ambitious aspirations, leadership driven by compassion, the courage to dream boldly, being an ordinary personality doing extraordinary things. Also, she had been nominated by her peers for her singing and dancing ,promoting culture and traditions in the Moldovan Community in Ontario.

NATALIE L.

Natalie is a primary/junior educator who is highly passionate about childhood development and supporting children’s educational needs. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Studies with distinction from Toronto Metropolitan University and her Master’s of Teaching Degree with Honours from The University of Toronto (UofT.) She also holds an additonal qualification in Technology Education in the Classroom from UofT. Natalie is ECE certified and has over ten years of teaching and practicum experience with preschool and school-aged children, including being knowledgeable on Montessoi and play-based education. Natalie is highly knowledgeable about the Ontario Elementary Curriculum and Growing Success documents which she frequents when lesson planning. Her desire is to use the skills and experience she has acquired to improve student learning and academic performance using inclusive and culturally relevant educational techniques and practices. Natalie believes to help a student reach their academic goals, it is crucial for educators to build a strong rapport with the children to understand their individual learning style and personal interests to encourage motivated learners. In her free time, Natalie enjoys cooking, going for walks, and unwinding watching T.V.