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.
I’m a very sensitive and caring person. I know very well what it’s like to struggle in school and I want students to feel comfortable and confident at our studio as school can be hard enough!
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 create a safe, non-judgmental space where students can bring their questions and make mistakes while providing constant support and encouragement to build up confidence and excitement when it comes to learning!
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 will always try to match my teaching approaches with the individual learning styles of my students to ensure that the material is communicated in a way that they understand and enjoy :)
Something that makes me a great tutor is my positivity. I am such a believer in the power of being positive and faking it until you make it. Positivity is contagious and so when students see how much I believe in them, they start believing in themselves.
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.
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 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 understand that learning is different for everyone. Every student has a different relationship with subjects like math and science, which always have a lot of content to cover during the school year. At times, studying can seem challenging and overwhelming. Trust me these feelings are totally valid; I’ve been there and felt like that! At the end of the day, I want to share my passion for math and science with every student and help them gain confidence in their abilities.
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 had a hard time in university learning and feeling stressed all the time, so I know through first hand experience how difficult school can be and I want to make the experience as fulfilling and fun as possible!
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.
When I was a kid, I moved here from Ukraine and I found it difficult to adapt to the curriculum in Canada. Now that I am studying Structural Engineering, I too want to pass on the passion that I have found in the STEM fields!
