Meet The Dream Team!
The Math Guru Admin Team
When I was in high school, I failed Grade 11 math twice - TWICE! I wanted to marry Keanu Reeves and become an actress (which basically meant that I COULDN'T be good at math because duh, actresses are artsy not mathy), loved painting and drawing, and basically got kicked out of school because well, I hated school.
I'm deeply committed to understanding and supporting our students, drawing from my own experiences of struggling with math and science in school!
I believe that understanding is the path to success. Understanding how a business “moves” financially is key to decision making, goal setting and seeing if what you are doing is really working. It is also a great feeling to be able to show that someone’s dream is coming true.
The Guru Team
I always encourage curiosity and believe that there are truly no bad questions, and I try to teach students that making mistakes and asking questions are important parts of the learning process!
Everyone has their own learning style, and I believe that understanding this is the KEY to providing an amazing tutoring experience for ANY student! I want my students feel like they always have someone cheering them on their STEM journey!
I’m a great tutor because I make learning fun and easy, creating a space where students feel comfortable to ask questions and using different strategies to match their unique learning styles!
I have experienced how powerful the influence of a teacher can be because my mother was the best math teacher! I want to be THAT math teacher for my students:)
My student-centred approach to learning and firm belief that anyone can improve their grades, assuming they want to. At the end of the day, it doesn't matter how well I explain a topic, what matters is that the student gets it!
I explain things in simple steps, I use real analogies, and I'm big on making math feel calm and doable instead of scary!
I believe my relatability is what makes me a great tutor! I was once also a student trying to learn math and science:)
I love to see my students succeed! It gives me so much personal satisfaction knowing that I’m helping my students reach their goals of getting into competitive university programs.
My goal isn't just to help you find the right answers, but to help you feel like you can find them yourself!
I have loved Math since forever, as much as I have always loved helping others. I mean, what better combo could you have in a math tutor!?
Struggling with math and school? I’ve been there, done that - and I love helping students find their confidence and math-voice!
I approach tutoring with an empathetic and gentle framework. Throughout my tutoring sessions, I aim to encourage my students to be comfortable with making mistakes and learning from those mistakes as a way to navigate and map their own personal learning styles!
As a tutor, I believe it is just as important to learn how to study mathematics as it is to truly understand it. In addition to sharing my passion for math and its real-world applications, I like to keep a fun & light-hearted mood during every session!
It all started when I decided to challenge the notion of one either being a smart or unsmart person - categories I was guilty of putting myself into once. It all changed in Grade 6 when, with the help of the right tutor, I was able to change this mindset!
I know what it’s like to feel stuck and believe persistence beats talent any day. My teaching philosophy? I don't move on until my student can explain it back to me:)
I’m really good at effectively help students break down problems in a way that makes sense for them as an individual!
I know that everyone learns in their own way, so I always try to make math feel comfortable and fun!
I know the difference a great teacher can make – my university career has taught me just how big that difference can be. I always try my best to accommodate the needs of any student and create a relaxed, open atmosphere in which to learn - because that’s how learning should be!
I always encourage my students to ask "why." Curiosity fades as we grow up, but learning starts with questions. Never be ashamed of not knowing—everyone begins somewhere! And if you ask something I don’t know, we'll find the answer together and celebrate!
Math and Science have always been some of my most favourite subjects in school and I can’t wait to share that with my students at TMG!
I like to find out what a student is passionate about, in or outside of school, and find a way to make math relevant to their personal journey. Education isn't about about pleasing your parents or meeting the expectations of your teachers; it's an opportunity to invest in yourself, and to be better prepared to pursue your dreams, whatever they may.