About Me
I’m a dedicated and compassionate educator with over 25 years of experience supporting diverse learners across Canada. My teaching journey has taken me to urban, rural, and remote communities in Nova Scotia, Ontario, and Manitoba—each one shaping my belief that every student can thrive when supported with care, understanding, and high expectations.
I’m also a proud mother of two incredible adult children who continue to teach me about learning, creativity, and resilience. My eldest is entering his fourth year of Engineering at Dalhousie University, and my youngest—a gifted visual artist—is beginning their studies at the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design (NSCAD). Supporting them through their educational journeys has deepened my understanding of the many pathways to success and the importance of nurturing each learner’s unique strengths.
Areas of Expertise
Mathematics Tutoring
My style is guided by empathy, experience, and a deep belief that all students can learn math with the right support. Whether your child is struggling, catching up, or aiming to excel, I’m here to help.
- Elementary (K–6)
- Building confidence with basic operations
- Understanding number sense, place value, time, money, and measurement
- Developing problem-solving skills
- Middle Years (Grades 7–9)
- Mastering fractions, decimals, integers, and percentages
- Preparing for algebra and geometry
- Bridging gaps and building strong study habits
- High School (Grades 10–12)
- Algebra I & II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-Calculus, Foundations & Workplace Math
- Personalized support for assignments, tests, and final exams
- Strategies for success in academic or applied math courses
- Post-Secondary & Adult Learners
- College-level Math, Statistics, or upgrading for career goals
- Support for mature students returning to school
- Math for nursing, trades, or teacher education programs
Math Focus Areas
- Homework Help
- Ongoing support with class assignments and weekly tasks
- Helping students stay organized and confident
- Test & Exam Prep
- Review for midterms, finals, or standardized tests
- Practice questions and stress-reducing strategies
- Catch-Up and Intervention
- Filling gaps in understanding from previous years
- Rebuilding confidence and number fluency
- Advanced Learning and Enrichment
- Supporting gifted or accelerated learners
- Pushing beyond grade-level curriculum with challenge-based learning
Literacy Tutoring
Literacy is the foundation of learning. Every student deserves to feel confident in their ability to read, write, and communicate. I provide literacy tutoring that is responsive, inclusive, and tailored to the needs of each learner.
- Early Literacy (K–3)
- Phonemic awareness and phonics
- Letter-sound relationships and decoding
- Sight word recognition and beginning reading strategies
- Early writing skills (printing, spelling, sentence building)
- Elementary (Grades 4–6)
- Reading fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary development
- Writing structure: paragraphs, storytelling, and informational writing
- Spelling, grammar, and editing skills
- Middle Years (Grades 7–9)
- Analyzing texts: fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and media
- Building strong writing for assignments and personal expression
- Support with research, note-taking, and summarizing
- Reading comprehension for subject-specific texts (e.g., Science, Social Studies)
- High School (Grades 10–12)
- Essay writing, literary analysis, and exam preparation
- Strategies for studying novels, plays, and critical texts
- Support for English Language Arts courses and provincial exams
- Communication skills for presentations and formal writing
- Adult & Post-Secondary Learners
- Academic writing, resumes, reports, and study skills
- Reading and writing for upgrading or career transitions
- Support for adult literacy, GED, and entrance exams
- ESL (English as a Second Language) reading and writing support
Literacy Focus Areas
Literacy is the foundation of learning. Every student deserves to feel confident in their ability to read, write, and communicate. I provide literacy tutoring that is responsive, inclusive, and tailored to the needs of each learner.
- Reading Support
- Phonics and decoding
- Fluency and accuracy
- Reading comprehension strategies (inference, main idea, summarizing)
- Writing Support
- Writing development from sentence structure to full essays
- Grammar, punctuation, and editing
- Creative writing and personal voice development
- Spelling and Vocabulary
- Word study and patterns
- Building vocabulary through reading and language play
- Strategies to improve written and spoken language
- Literacy Recovery & Intervention
- For students reading below grade level
- Structured, supportive plans using evidence-based practices
Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs
In addition to academic tutoring, I offer specialized support tailored to the unique needs of learners who benefit from more than just subject-area instruction. My approach is grounded in trauma-informed practices, inclusive education, and a deep understanding of how diverse learners grow and thrive—particularly those with diagnosed or suspected learning differences.
I have extensive experience supporting students with:
- Learning Disabilities (e.g., Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia)
- ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
- Anxiety Disorders (including school-based and performance anxiety)
- Sensory Processing Differences
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and other behavioural exceptionalities
- Developmental Delays and Cognitive Disabilities