Tutoring at Oak Learners
At Oak Learners, we go beyond traditional tutoring by blending mentoring, mindfulness, and academic support—offering your child the tools they need to thrive. Our Private Tutoring sessions are designed with each student in mind, pairing them with passionate, experienced teachers who provide personalized guidance tailored to their unique learning style and needs. Many of our teachers have experience working with students with learning disabilities and other exceptionalities and provide programming based on the individual needs of the students.
From the onset of the sessions, our tutors will carry out a process of assessment, planning, and reporting that includes regular feedback to parents and regular reflection support with each student on their own progress. Progress is tracked each session and reviewed regularly to ensure the program implementation meets the needs of each student and that the goals set at the outset are being met or exceeded, in which case new goals can be set so that students are constantly being pushed forward along their own learning continuum.
Fees
Fees
Tutoring sessions at Oak Learners are offered in 60- or 90-minute formats, tailored to each student’s learning style and academic goals. Credits can be purchased in bulk and easily refilled to maintain consistent support, or secured for the full academic school year to guarantee scheduling. Flexible and personalized, this program ensures continuous development and mentoring throughout the year.
All students will receive an Oak Learners Homework Folder and a “Reflection Book” that is designed to track the student’s progress throughout the term and to help facilitate communication between the teacher and parents. Additional Progress Reports* will be sent home at the end of each term (students must have attended 6+ classes before a progress report will be generated).
Make-up sessions are for missed classes and must be booked within the same term as the missed session. A dedicated week at the end of each term is designated for make-up classes and teachers will provide additional availability during that week.
Student Absences must be reported at least 24-hours before a cancelled session in order to qualify for a make-up session during the make-up week. For absences with less than 24-hours notice, make-up sessions may be purchased at a reduced rate.
Subjects & Ages
Available for all students, including Elementary, Middle School, High School, College, and University.
Available for ALL subjects and learning skills, including:
Elementary Students:Â Literacy, Reading, Spelling, Writing, Math, French, ScienceÂ
High School Students: English, Spelling, Advanced Writing, Mathematics (incl. Calculus, Data Management, Algebra), French, Sciences (incl. Biology, Chemistry, Physics, etc.), Business, Economics
All Students:Â Homework Support, Time Management Skills, Study Skills, Executive Functioning Skills, and much more.Â
How it Works
1) Let us know you are interested in working with an Oak Learners teacher! Complete the form below, so we can work with you to design a personalized tutoring program for your child(ren). Please complete a separate form for each child you are registering. Don’t forget to check your spam for an email response!
2) Our Tutoring Coordinator will review your Intake Form and assign one of our qualified teachers to work with you and your child(ren). We invite you to arrive a few minutes early for your first session in order to have time to meet the teacher and review your goals for your child.
3)Â Tutoring sessions must be purchased in advance through our website. Sessions are purchased on a per-term basis to ensure the continuity of programming and progression of skills.
Online Private Tutoring sessions are available upon request. Teachers and students will use Google Classroom and Google Meet to connect for each session, allowing maximum interaction between the teacher and student.
In-Person Private Tutoring sessions are available at both the Royal York Campus and the Lake Shore Campus. (Click here for directions). Communication and reflection books are used to maintain tracking of tutoring sessions and communication between parents and teachers. Parents are encouraged to arrive 5 minutes early either at the start or end of a lesson to communicate directly with a teacher or alternatively communicate via email.
Scheduling
Private Tutoring is booked in 60-min sessions, at a mutually convenient time that recurs on a weekly basis at the same day/time each week. A small buffer of time is set aside at the start and end of each session so that parents can check in and check out with the tutor. If you ever feel that you need or want more time to review your child’s progress with the tutor, please feel welcome to schedule this through our office so we can build it into the timetable.
Consistency is important! As educators and parents, we know that children do best with predictable timetables and positive relationships with their teachers. Therefore, committing to a full term, or a full school year of tutoring allows more time to strengthen the student-teacher relationship and to build on the progress of each term. A longer commitment also helps with teacher-retention rates and this means that we can also commit to maintaining your child’s regular session timing each week
| School Year Begins | September 2, 2025 |
| Fall Term (14 Weeks) | September 8, 2025 – December 13, 2025 |
| Winter Term (13 Weeks) | January 5, 2026 – April 4, 2026 |
| Spring Term (10 Weeks) | April 13, 2026 – June 20, 2026 |
| Summer Term (8 Weeks) | June 29 – August 22, 2026 |
Tutoring
Personalized private tutoring at Oak Learners combines mentoring, mindfulness, and academic support to help students thrive. Expert educators tailor programs to individual learning needs, track progress, and provide ongoing feedback for meaningful growth.
Tutoring Team
Aaron De Melo
Extra-curricular Programming Coordinator
Aaron has been a teacher in the private sector for almost 10 years, specializing in teaching students with exceptionalities, particularly those with ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia. He has worked with children of all ages, ranging from 4 to 16. Aaron has delivered a number of programs aligned to both the Science of Reading and Structured Inquiry approaches throughout his teaching practice, including: the Orton-Gillingham Approach, Direct Instruction, and JUMP Math. He embarked on a professional singing career after high school, studying at The Royal Conservatory of Music for a short time before deciding to pursue a career in education while still singing and making music out of pure love and joy. As an undergraduate, Aaron attended McMaster University, University of Toronto, Queen's University, and University of Waterloo, where he received a bachelor's degree in liberal studies. Aaron also received a certificate from the Institute for Orton-Gillingham Educators. When he is not busy working, he enjoys reading, being in nature, getting involved in community outreach, and spending time with family and friends. Aaron has been a member of the Oak Learners team since September 2023.
Audrey Schatz OCT, M.Ed., B.Ed., B.E.C.S (Hons.)
Primary/Junior/Intermediate Literacy and Numeracy Tutor
Audrey is very excited to be joining the Oak Learners team as a private tutor! Although she is a recent hire, she’s quite familiar with supporting students one-on-one with their academic and social-emotional development. She has worked with primary students of all ages, ranging from 4 to 12, in different learning environments. She has worked as an independent private tutor for the past five years. She also holds experience working with university undergraduate students!
A growth mindset, a positive student-teacher relationship, and a strength-based approach are the three major ingredients Audrey holds in her teaching approach. She believes meaningful learning can only happen in environments where students feel confident and safe enough to express their ideas, take risks, and make mistakes. It is her responsibility to provide such an environment.
She holds a: Master of Education and a Bachelor of Education from Brock University, and a (Hons.) Bachelor in ECS. She’s also a member of the Ontario College of Teachers.
When she isn’t working, Audrey loves engaging in small creative projects! She loves walking her dog, solving puzzles, reading, and spending time with friends and family.
Katie Hartford, B.Sc.H., M.B.A.
Senior-Level Math & Science Tutor
Katie has been a member of the Oak Learners staff since 2020. Katie has an Honours Bachelor of Science in Astrophysics from McMaster University and an MBA at the DeGroote School of Business. She has always had a passion for Math and the Sciences and loves having the opportunity to pass that passion on to others while helping them to find success. She has always loved teaching and has been a strong member of the Oak Learners team since our inception in 2017.
When she isn't working, Katie loves being active, rock climbing and running regularly, and playing tennis and hockey when the weather allows. She also loves curling up with a good book and spending time with her family and friends.
Cassandra Sunderdas
Tutor
Cassandra holds a Honours Bachelor of Science in Psychology where she focused her learning on child and youth development, along with over 15 years of direct experience working with children and youth in a variety of different settings. It has provided her with a strong understanding of how students learn and the different ways they may need support, how to connect with learners on an individual level and tailor lessons to their unique needs, learning styles, and goals.
In addition to her psychology training, Cassandra has a strong foundation in Math and Science and extensive teaching and tutoring experience across both elementary and high school levels. She is very familiar with the Ontario curriculum and has taught from Kindergarten all the way up to Grade 12! She has taught at prior private high schools curating lesson plans, teaching materials and all assessments for the senior level math and science courses including Biology and Chemistry. Her subject knowledge allows her to support students not only with course content, but also with developing problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and confidence in their abilities.
Cassandra believes that effective tutoring is more than just reviewing material — it’s about helping students build motivation, resilience, and strategies they can carry into every subject. Her teaching style is patient, supportive, and adaptable, and she strives to create an encouraging environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and working through challenges.
Cassandra’s goal as a tutor is to help students reach their academic potential while also developing a genuine confidence and enjoyment in learning.
Rana Kuan, OCT
Primary/Junior/Intermediate Literacy and Numeracy Tutor
Rana is an OCT certified teacher with years of international teaching experience. She recently completed her M.Ed in Curriculum and Pedagogy at the University of Toronto, focusing on innovative teaching strategies and differentiated instruction. Before that, Rana obtained her B.Ed and spent six years teaching elementary students in Macau. She has worked with kids from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, always adapting her teaching to meet their unique needs. She believes that every child has their own needs and talents, and she is dedicated to helping them thrive through patience, empathy, and creativity.
Outside the classroom, Rana loves reading, cooking, hiking, photography, and traveling. She enjoys exploring new places, experiencing different cultures, and continuously learning—just like her students!