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Faith graduated from UBC with a degree in English Literature and holds a TEFL certification from The International TEFL Academy. She has extensive K-12 English teaching experience with students of different ages, covering English language, English literature, reading comprehension, writing, grammar, critical analysis, debate, and English proficiency test preparation. Faith has a strong background in English literature and language teaching, with particular strengths in reading comprehension, literary analysis, and writing instruction. In K-12 settings, she has taught English, reading, literature, and debate courses at the elementary and middle school levels, adapting her content to students' ages, foundations, and curriculum requirements. Through close reading, grammar practice, and writing exercises, she helps students build a solid foundation in English while steadily developing their reading comprehension, critical thinking, and expressive skills. In English test preparation, Faith has hands-on experience teaching TOEFL and TOEFL Junior, providing structured tutoring tailored to students' individual needs in vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, and test-taking strategies to improve both their overall English proficiency and their exam performance. With her strong foundation in English language, literature, and writing, she can also extend these skills to reading and writing preparation for other English proficiency tests, helping students develop more well-rounded language abilities. Beyond regular English lessons, Faith has extensive experience coaching writing, public speaking, and debate. She has prepared elementary students for writing and speech competitions, using targeted feedback, revision, and repeated practice to help them improve essay structure, language, organization of ideas, and public speaking, with a number of her students winning gold, silver, and bronze awards. In debate, she guides students through research, argument building, logical analysis, and delivery practice, helping them learn to organize and support their own viewpoints and express them more clearly and coherently. Outside the classroom, Faith has also built substantial experience in one-on-one tutoring, providing K-12 students with support in English reading, language, and writing, and adjusting her approach to each student's foundation and specific goals to help them steadily improve their English. She is familiar with the common difficulties students of different ages face when learning English and is skilled at building their confidence through step-by-step explanations and targeted practice. Faith's teaching philosophy centres on clear explanations, personalized feedback, and independent thinking. She believes that learning English is not only about mastering vocabulary, grammar, and reading skills, but more importantly about developing the ability to understand, analyze, write, and express oneself. In her teaching, she values building good communication and trust with students, encourages them to ask questions and share their views, and adapts her approach to each student's characteristics. While maintaining academic standards, she aims to help students truly understand what they learn and gradually become confident, independent, and effective English learners.

Jazz graduated from the University of British Columbia (UBC) with a bachelor's degree in Political Science and a minor in Law and Society. She showed strong academic ability from an early age, maintaining grades above 92% throughout high school, winning several academic awards in history and the social sciences, and earning a full university scholarship on the strength of her performance. At UBC, she was active in campus organizations including the Debate Club, the Student Union and the Pre-Law Society, and served as a student mentor with the Political Science Students' Association, providing fellow students with academic and research guidance. These experiences developed her ability to explain complex ideas clearly, listen to students' needs and adapt her teaching to different learning styles. Jazz has extensive experience teaching K–12 English, history and AP courses. In English, she excels at guiding students through in-depth literary analysis, helping them uncover the deeper meaning of a text through characterization, symbolism, narrative structure and thematic development. She also places literary works within their broader historical and cultural context, encouraging students to consider how a work reflects its era and how readers from different cultural backgrounds may interpret it in different ways. This fosters open-minded thinking and strengthens students' literary analysis and academic writing skills. In history, Jazz focuses on helping students build a holistic understanding of the past rather than simply memorizing events and timelines. She encourages students to dig into the causes, consequences and long-term trends behind historical events, developing their ability to analyze cause and effect and historical connections. Through comparative analysis across regions and eras, she helps students understand history from multiple perspectives, for example by exploring the link between the migration of Loyalists during the American Revolutionary War and refugee resettlement in Canada, or by analyzing the influence of the American civil rights movement on the development of social movements in Canada. This allows students to move beyond a single narrative and develop a fuller, multidimensional view of history. Jazz believes that education is not only about passing on knowledge, but about shaping the way students think. Combining rigorous academic training with interactive teaching, she encourages students to ask questions and think deeply, while building the core skills of English and history: textual analysis, logical argumentation and academic writing. With a teaching style that is both supportive and structured, she helps students build confidence, push past their limits and achieve sustained academic growth.

Aneil graduated from the University of British Columbia (UBC) with an Honours Bachelor of Arts in History, and earned a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Seattle University School of Law. He has a strong background in history, the humanities and legal analysis, and has long been involved in academic research, student mentoring and education. At UBC, he served as a reviewer for the student academic journal The Atlas, where he reviewed papers, summarized content, carried out academic editing and gave structured feedback, giving him extensive experience in student academic writing, research methods and essay presentation. In history, Aneil has extensive experience teaching K–12, AP and IB History, and has long guided students in historical research, academic writing and competition preparation. He excels at placing historical events within their broader social, cultural and political context, helping students understand cause and effect in historical development, multiple perspectives and differing historical interpretations. Through systematic training, he helps students develop their analytical, argumentation and critical thinking skills. Aneil has also coached students for the International History Bowl and Bee, helping them win first place in the middle school division, and his students have performed well in a number of history writing and research competitions, a clear reflection of his high level of teaching. Aneil is equally experienced in teaching English. His courses include ELL, K–12 English, AP English, IB English, SAT/SSAT preparation, creative writing, literary analysis, Public Speaking and IELTS. He tailors his teaching plans to each student's English level, learning goals and personality. In class, he excels at breaking down complex literary works, using characterization, narrative structure, symbolism and thematic analysis to guide students toward a deeper understanding of a text. He combines systematic writing practice with critical thinking exercises to help students improve their reading comprehension, logical expression and academic writing, while nurturing their interest and creativity in language learning. Aneil is committed to a student-centred, personalized approach, designing course content around each student's abilities, interests and goals. He believes that education is not only about passing on knowledge, but, more importantly, about helping students develop their own way of thinking. In class, he encourages students to ask questions, join in discussion and analyze problems in depth, creating an open and highly interactive learning environment. Through step-by-step guidance, students not only master academic knowledge but also build confidence, become more independent learners, and experience steady growth and a sense of achievement along the way.

Mehrdad is currently a graduate student in the Interdisciplinary Oncology program at the University of British Columbia (UBC) Faculty of Medicine, and is involved in research at the BC Cancer Genome Sciences Centre. He completed his undergraduate degree in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry at Simon Fraser University (SFU). Alongside a strong grounding in the life sciences, he has received systematic training in mathematics and physics, giving him the ability to carry out interdisciplinary scientific research. In his research, Mehrdad has long combined mathematical modelling, statistical analysis and physical principles. In genomics research, he uses tools such as R and Python for complex data analysis and visualization, and applies calculus, probability and statistics, and linear algebra to build research models. In experimental design and the analysis of scientific instruments, he also draws on principles of mechanics, electromagnetism and optics to understand experimental processes, for example in optical microscopy, mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR). These experiences allow him to connect abstract mathematical and physical concepts with real scientific applications, helping students understand the logic and real-world significance behind what they learn. Mehrdad has more than seven years of experience teaching mathematics and physics, tutoring students from K–12 through the early university years across international curricula such as AP, IB and SAT. He also has experience as a university teaching assistant and laboratory instructor, and is able to explain complex mathematical reasoning, data analysis methods and physics concepts effectively, helping students build a systematic framework of knowledge. Mehrdad places strong emphasis on developing students' logical thinking and independent problem-solving skills. Drawing on research examples, real-world applications and interdisciplinary connections, he turns abstract knowledge into intuitive, easy-to-grasp material, so that students not only understand formulas and concepts but also the principles behind them and why they matter. He adapts his teaching to each student's foundation and goals, using personalized guidance to strengthen their academic abilities, build their confidence, and cultivate a scientific mindset of ongoing exploration and critical thinking.

Marco graduated from the University of British Columbia (UBC) with a Master of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering and a bachelor's degree in Engineering Physics. With a strong foundation in mathematics and physics and extensive experience in engineering research and development, he is able to turn complex scientific concepts into a clear, accessible body of knowledge, helping students develop rigorous logical thinking and problem-solving skills. During his undergraduate and graduate studies, Marco received systematic, in-depth training in mathematics, physics and engineering, completing advanced coursework in calculus, linear algebra, probability and statistics, mechanics, electromagnetism and thermodynamics, which laid a solid foundation for his later engineering research and teaching. In engineering, he has worked on research and development projects involving high-performance engines and fluid systems, focusing on engineering simulation and data analysis, and has made extensive use of computational fluid dynamics (CFD), finite element analysis (FEA) and multiphysics simulation to solve real engineering problems. He is also proficient in Python, MATLAB/Octave and C/C++ for mathematical modelling, numerical computation and experimental data analysis. Drawing on his hands-on engineering experience, Marco connects abstract mathematical formulas and physical laws to real-world engineering applications, helping students understand the principles behind the material rather than simply memorizing solution steps. He wants students not only to know how to calculate, but to understand why the calculation works that way, so that they develop a deeper, more systematic way of thinking scientifically. In research, Marco has published several papers in international journals, in areas including combustion simulation, gas dynamics and multibody system analysis, and has presented his work at international engineering conferences such as ASME and SAE. These experiences have given him rigorous research methods, strong skills in analyzing complex problems and the ability to solve highly challenging engineering problems. In teaching, Marco focuses on K–12 mathematics, Grade 11–12 math courses, AP Calculus and AP Physics. He concentrates on helping students build a solid foundation of knowledge while developing logical reasoning, critical thinking and independent problem-solving skills. He believes that learning is not just about accumulating knowledge, but a process of exploration and growth. In class, he encourages students to think actively and ask questions, and builds their confidence through step-by-step practice. Marco's patient, meticulous teaching style is valued by students and parents alike. He excels at breaking complex concepts down into simple, clear steps and adapting his approach to each student, helping them overcome difficult topics. As they master mathematics and physics, students also develop the analytical skills and scientific literacy they will need to tackle complex problems in the future.

Nathan graduated from the University of British Columbia (UBC) with a Combined Honours degree in Biochemistry and Chemistry. During his undergraduate studies, he received rigorous, in-depth scientific training, completing advanced courses in organic chemistry, structural analysis and reaction studies, synthetic chemical biology, and modern biochemical research, which gave him a solid foundation in chemistry and the life sciences. In recognition of his outstanding academic performance, he was named to the UBC President’s Honour Roll and Dean’s Honour Roll on multiple occasions, reflecting exceptional academic ability and research potential. Beyond coursework, Nathan has extensive hands-on research experience. In the Perrin Lab, he worked on organic synthesis research involving amino acid derivatives and peptide chemistry, becoming proficient in laboratory techniques including HPLC (high-performance liquid chromatography), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), mass spectrometry, UV-Vis spectroscopy, and infrared (IR) spectroscopy. He also took part in an ICORD spinal cord injury research project, where he worked with methods such as agarose gel electrophoresis, qPCR, fluorescence microscopy, and biological data analysis. These research experiences sharpened his experimental and analytical skills and developed his ability to explain complex scientific concepts through real-world examples. As a teacher, Nathan has years of experience tutoring high school and first- and second-year university students, focusing on mathematics, calculus, physics, chemistry, and biology, and he is familiar with international curricula such as AP and IB. He designs personalized learning plans based on each student's learning style, foundation, and goals, using guided questioning, real-world case analysis, and structured practice to help students understand difficult material and steadily build their academic skills. Nathan's teaching philosophy emphasizes curiosity, critical thinking, and the practical application of knowledge. He believes that learning science is not just about mastering formulas and facts, but about understanding the logic behind the concepts and being able to apply what one has learned to real problems. In class, he skillfully connects experimental observations, mathematical reasoning, and scientific principles, making abstract content more intuitive and helping students develop independent thinking and a spirit of inquiry. With his strong academic background, rich research experience, and warm, patient teaching style, Nathan helps students build a solid foundation in science, gain confidence in their learning, and develop analytical skills and scientific thinking that will benefit them for years to come. He is highly regarded by students and parents alike.

Gabriel graduated from the University of British Columbia (UBC) with a major in English Literature and a minor in English Language, and he holds the internationally recognized TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certification. Drawing on a strong humanities background and more than eight years of teaching experience, he specializes in English and the social sciences, providing structured academic guidance to K–12 and university-preparatory students. In English, Gabriel has extensive experience teaching ELL, SAT, SSAT, and AP courses, as well as coaching university application writing. He excels at teaching English grammar, academic writing, literary analysis, short stories, drama, and poetry, guiding students toward a deeper understanding of texts through close reading, class discussion, and critical analysis. Moving from literal meaning to themes, cultural context, and authorial intent, he helps students develop a more complete reading comprehension and strengthen their analytical and expressive skills. In Social Studies, Gabriel draws on the background in history, literature, and cross-cultural studies he built at UBC to help students understand historical events and social development from a broader societal perspective. His coursework included American history, Chinese history in a global context, North American Indigenous history, colonial American history, and nuclear age studies, giving him a wide-ranging knowledge of the humanities and social sciences. By analyzing the social structures, cultural factors, and global connections behind historical events, he helps students learn to think from multiple perspectives. Gabriel is familiar with the British Columbia curriculum and has extensive experience teaching IB Individuals and Societies. Beyond helping students improve their grades, he places strong emphasis on developing critical thinking and a global outlook. In class, he connects historical events to contemporary issues such as technological development, political change, and social justice, making Social Studies more relevant and thought-provoking. Gabriel's teaching is student-centred: he adapts his approach to each student's foundation, goals, and learning style. He builds knowledge step by step, uses clear, well-structured explanations to help students grasp complex concepts, and draws on real-life experience to boost interest and engagement. During university, he also served as a student tutor for English, history, and calculus courses, further developing his ability to explain complex material clearly and support many different kinds of learners. Whether a student wants to improve their English, strengthen their Social Studies learning in the BC or IB system, or prepare for the academic challenges of university, Gabriel provides in-depth, structured, and personalized guidance. He is committed to helping students move beyond rote memorization to truly understand the logic behind language, history, and society, building learning skills that last a lifetime.

Edison graduated from the University of British Columbia (UBC) with a Joint Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemistry and Forensic Science. He has shown exceptional academic ability since his own school years. In high school, he earned perfect scores of 5 on numerous AP exams, including AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Physics 1, AP Physics 2, AP Statistics, AP English Literature, and AP Psychology, reflecting a broad and solid foundation across subjects. In addition to his outstanding grades, Edison actively took part in academic competitions and achieved strong results. He performed excellently in the Gauss, Pascal, and Fermat mathematics contests, the Canadian Open Mathematics Challenge (COMC), the American Mathematics Competitions (AMC 10/12), and several science and physics olympiads. These experiences honed his rigorous logical thinking, quick analysis, and ability to solve complex problems. While at UBC, Edison served as a Teaching Assistant for several university courses, supporting professors with instruction, student tutoring, and academic support. In recognition of his teaching, he was nominated for the UBC Faculty of Science Best Teaching Assistant Award. He has also tutored chemistry, biochemistry, biology, and statistics over a long period, building extensive teaching experience at both the university and high school levels. Beyond teaching, Edison has a strong research and laboratory background. As a laboratory technician intern, he was responsible for chemical analysis and accurately processed large volumes of test data every day. He also worked as a molecular biology research assistant at Environment and Climate Change Canada, where he independently designed and carried out forensic DNA analysis projects, including toxicology testing of environmental samples. These research experiences further strengthened his experimental analysis, data processing, and scientific research skills. As a teacher, Edison has extensive experience with K–12, AP, and SAT courses, focusing on mathematics, chemistry, and biology. He designs personalized learning plans based on each student's learning style, foundation, and goals, and adapts his teaching flexibly for both online and in-person lessons to help students find the learning approach that suits them best. Edison is especially skilled at breaking complex scientific concepts down into clear, easy-to-understand modules. Through logical reasoning, real-world examples, and structured practice, he helps students truly understand the principles behind the material rather than simply memorizing formulas and steps. He focuses on building students' confidence, independent thinking, and problem-solving skills. Edison is also fluent in English and Cantonese, which allows him to effectively support students from different language backgrounds, especially newcomer students who have just entered the Canadian education system, helping them overcome language barriers and adapt to local curriculum requirements. With his outstanding academic background, extensive competition experience, and patient, attentive teaching style, Edison is highly regarded by students and parents alike.

Aaron holds a master's degree in Economics from the University of Toronto, and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics with Honours with Distinction from Simon Fraser University (SFU), ranking in the top 2% of the economics program. During his studies, he received numerous academic honours, including the Bank of Canada Undergraduate Student Paper Award (one of only two recipients nationwide) and SFU's Jack Knetsch Award for the best economics honours essay, reflecting his outstanding research ability and rigorous training in economics. Aaron has long been involved in research in public economics, behavioural economics and game theory, with work covering incentive mechanisms, labour market behaviour and theoretical modelling. He has strong skills in mathematical modelling, economic theory and empirical data analysis. He has also served as a Teaching Assistant in the Department of Economics at the University of Toronto, supporting undergraduate instruction by leading tutorials, grading assignments and exams, holding office hours, and helping students with advanced courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics, giving him extensive university teaching experience. Aaron has many years of experience teaching economics, focusing on high school economics, AP Microeconomics, AP Macroeconomics, university-preparatory economics and introductory university economics courses. Familiar with international curricula and exam requirements, he has helped many students raise their grades and achieve excellent results in AP and university courses. He designs personalized learning plans based on each student's foundation, goals and characteristics, guiding them to build a systematic framework of economic knowledge and the ability to analyze real-world problems. Aaron firmly believes that real learning comes from understanding rather than rote memorization, and that clear logical thinking matters more than mechanical drilling. His lessons emphasize conceptual understanding, logical reasoning and analysis of real-world cases, and he is skilled at connecting abstract economic theory with everyday life so that students gain a deep understanding of economic principles and how they apply in practice. Patient and attentive, he adjusts his teaching flexibly to each student's pace, helping them build confidence. Beyond improving exam results, he develops students' capacity for rational thinking, critical analysis and independent problem-solving, laying a strong foundation for their future university studies and careers.

Taylor graduated from the University of Victoria with a degree in Creative Writing and Film Studies and is an accomplished, widely recognized writer, storyteller, and writing mentor. With more than ten years of professional creative experience, he has deep expertise in writing craft, reading comprehension, literary analysis, and fostering creative thinking, and he brings his extensive creative practice into the classroom to help students improve their written expression and literary understanding. Professionally, Taylor has worked on a number of well-known international IPs and original narrative projects, including story development for series such as Doctor Who and Star Trek: Lower Decks, as well as narrative design for the original game world Idle Distiller and the upcoming Skyborne: Phoenix Flight. His creative experience spans story structure, character development, worldbuilding, dialogue writing, and narrative planning, allowing him to guide students from a professional creator's perspective in understanding the logic behind stories and improving their writing. Taylor's work has received broad recognition. His game narrative based on the Star Trek: Lower Decks series won the 2023 Mobile Game Best Narrative award, and his short film script "Almost Home" was nominated for Best Short Screenplay at the Vancouver Independent Film Festival. These achievements demonstrate his professional skill in narrative structure, creative expression, and writing. In addition to his creative work, Taylor has extensive teaching experience. He has served as a guest lecturer and writing mentor at the University of Victoria, Oak Bay Secondary School, and the Vancouver Writers’ Exchange, teaching writing structure, literary analysis, and creative expression. He specializes in ELL, K–12 English, reading comprehension, academic writing, literary analysis, and creative writing, helping students progress from foundational language skills to more advanced critical reading and writing. Taylor's teaching style is structured, interactive, and focused on nurturing creativity. Through stories, text analysis, and hands-on writing practice, he guides students to understand how language conveys meaning and depth of thought. He believes that good writing is not just a matter of technique, but a process of observing the world, expressing ideas, and developing creativity. In class, he works to create a positive, open learning environment that helps students build confidence in their writing, improve their communication skills, and develop a lasting interest in language and literature. With his professional creative background, rich teaching experience, and inspiring approach, Taylor helps students move beyond the limits of conventional writing instruction, improving their academic performance while developing creativity, critical thinking, and independent expression. He is highly regarded by students and parents alike.

Michael is a senior mathematics and physics teacher with an outstanding academic background and extensive teaching experience. He holds a PhD and a Master's degree in Physics from the University of Toronto, and an Honours Bachelor's degree in Physics and Mathematics from the University of Waterloo. Through years of academic research, he has built a strong foundation in theoretical physics, focusing on mathematical modelling, abstract analysis, and the study of complex systems, and he has the ability to explain advanced mathematical and physical concepts clearly and turn them into teaching material. Drawing on his deep theoretical knowledge and research experience, Michael helps students understand mathematics and physics at a higher level. He excels at using the connections between mathematical structure and physical intuition to guide students toward the logic behind formulas, rather than relying on memorization and mechanical drilling. This approach helps students build a coherent framework of knowledge and strengthens their analytical, reasoning, and complex problem-solving skills. Michael has more than 20 years of teaching and tutoring experience, covering SSAT, SAT Math, AP Math, IB Math, AP Physics, IB Physics, academic competitions, and foundational university courses. He has taught at the University of Copenhagen and served as a visiting professor at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), where he supervised a number of master's and doctoral students. These experiences allow him to adjust the depth and pace of his teaching to each student's stage of learning, cognitive style, and areas of difficulty, providing highly personalized support. Michael's teaching philosophy puts understanding before memorization and logic before technique. He encourages students to grasp the core ideas of mathematics and physics deeply and, by making connections between concepts, to develop transferable problem-solving skills. Whether students are facing advanced exams, mathematics and physics competitions, or future academic challenges at university, he helps them develop rigorous thinking and the ability to explore independently. Beyond the classroom, Michael has given academic talks and courses at more than 30 universities, summer schools, and international academic conferences around the world, demonstrating exceptional skill in communicating knowledge and teaching. He is able to turn complex academic content into clearly structured, accessible, and inspiring lessons that spark students' interest in mathematics and physics. With his world-class academic background, rich research experience, and more than two decades of teaching, Michael not only helps students improve their grades but is also committed to fostering a deep understanding of mathematics and physics, strong scientific thinking, and a lasting passion for exploring knowledge.

Vahid is Forbest's Lead English Instructor, with extensive teaching and research experience across all types of ESL courses and more than 13 years of teaching at universities and private schools in Canada and other countries. Vahid is an expert in the Canadian Language Benchmarks, language proficiency assessment, CEFR, speaking standards, curriculum development, EAP, and essay assessment, and has a deep understanding of a wide range of proficiency tests. In addition to teaching, he has helped develop and design courses for SSAT, SAT, IB, IELTS, TOEFL, GRE, and CELPIP. Vahid is highly skilled at designing courses suited to each student's level and ability, and uses a variety of guided teaching methods to help students identify and improve their weak areas. A patient and dedicated teacher, Vahid not only plans a study program for each student before lessons begin but also adjusts lesson content in real time based on the student's performance. He carefully prepares, and even writes himself, after-class exercises and review plans matched to the level of students of differing abilities, helping them consolidate their knowledge after class, and he tracks each student's progress throughout the course to ensure they keep improving. Vahid's courses combine various textbooks and curricula with well-known current-affairs magazines and news English, and use highly effective grammar-categorization teaching to help students read different types of texts with ease. His clear, well-paced reading and writing courses help students discover the appeal of English, and his careful, attentive guidance helps them regain confidence in their English writing. His listening and speaking courses, built around current events and classic films, bring students into the world of English and spark their interest in learning, covering listening, speaking, reading, and writing in a well-rounded way. Vahid also places great emphasis on grammatical precision and vocabulary building; his summaries of essential test grammar and his lessons on word roots are highly praised, helping students organize grammatical structures and expand their vocabulary. As a holder of a Master's degree in English Language Teaching, and to better understand the English exams that second-language students take, Vahid has taken the IELTS (General and Academic), TOEFL (iBT), and GRE several times, and has scored 9 (out of 9) on the IELTS reading, listening, and speaking sections on multiple occasions. Vahid has also served as a journal editor and has published numerous academic articles on education. His best-known study, on the relationship between learners' level of spatial intelligence and their performance on analytic and perceptual cloze tests, was published in the 2012 edition of the Journal of English Language Teaching (EFL). Vahid's courses are consistently well received and much loved by his students.

Claire is currently studying Visual Arts at the University of British Columbia (UBC) and is an art teacher dedicated to multimedia art practice and teaching. She has a solid and comprehensive set of artistic skills, working proficiently in oil painting, acrylics, watercolour, coloured pencil, printmaking, embroidery, soft sculpture, photography and textile weaving, and she has a strong foundation in art theory. Throughout her studies, Claire has combined technical training with theoretical study, actively exploring art history and contemporary art theory. By bringing theory and practice together, she has developed a deep understanding of the historical background and current trends of art. This approach has shaped her distinctive powers of artistic observation, her critical thinking and her ability to analyze artworks in depth. She has received a Scholastic Gold Key award for her painting, reflecting both the quality of her artistic work and her long-standing commitment to art practice. Claire has an in-depth understanding of the application processes and portfolio requirements of Canada's major art schools, and has extensive experience guiding students through art school admissions. With a strong personal portfolio and professional background, she herself was admitted to well-known art schools including Sheridan College and Emily Carr University of Art + Design. Familiar with portfolio planning, choosing a creative direction and application strategy, she helps students systematically raise the quality of their work, showcase their individual artistic voice and prepare thoroughly for future applications to art programs. In her teaching, Claire takes a student-centred approach, combining the study of art theory with hands-on creative practice. She encourages students to explore different media and modes of expression, helping them discover their own interests and creative direction and gradually develop a distinctive artistic style and voice. Her classes are open, relaxed and full of creativity, while placing equal emphasis on fundamental skills, an understanding of art theory and systematic learning methods. Claire believes that art is not just a display of technique, but an expression of personal feeling, thought and creativity. With patient, attentive guidance, she helps students improve their drawing and painting skills, broaden their artistic horizons and grow into confident creators. Whether a student is pursuing art as a hobby, strengthening their fundamentals or preparing a portfolio for art school, Claire provides professional, personalized guidance to help them reach their goals.

Ryan holds a Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of Alberta and has more than ten years of experience in the technology industry. He has served as a core developer and team lead on several large-scale technical projects, working extensively on software development, artificial intelligence applications, system design, and engineering solutions, and has built up substantial hands-on technical experience. Over his years in industry, Ryan has worked closely with the core technologies of modern computer science, including software engineering processes, AI applications, system architecture design, and complex problem analysis. He excels at breaking complex technical problems down into clear, efficient solutions, using systematic thinking to analyze problems, design solutions, and achieve goals. This engineering skill set is also a key foundation for helping students understand computer science concepts in his teaching. In addition to his industry experience, Ryan has taught STEM courses at the post-secondary level. He focuses on integrating artificial intelligence, programming, and innovative thinking into his teaching, using Project-Based Learning and hands-on activities to help students master computer science in real-world contexts. He emphasizes combining theory with practice, so that students not only understand programming languages and algorithmic principles but can also apply what they have learned to complete real projects, strengthening their creativity, problem-solving skills, and independent thinking. Ryan is familiar with different education systems and the learning characteristics of different students, and he designs personalized learning plans for various age groups and learning goals. His teaching covers elementary and secondary computer science, AP Computer Science, IB Computer Science, and university-preparatory courses. Working at each student's level and pace, he gradually builds their programming skills, understanding of algorithms, and ability to apply AI, helping them establish a solid foundation in computer science. Ryan believes that computer science is not just about learning technical tools, but a way of developing logical thinking, creativity, and critical analysis. In class, he encourages students to explore, experiment, and innovate, cultivating engineering thinking and technological literacy by solving real problems. With his strong academic background, extensive industry experience, and practice-oriented teaching approach, Ryan is dedicated to helping students keep growing through computer science study, technical exploration, and innovative projects, preparing them for the future of technology.

Marco holds a master's degree in Bioinformatics from the University of British Columbia (UBC). Bioinformatics is an interdisciplinary field that brings together biology, chemistry and computer science, covering core topics such as gene function, cell structure, metabolic pathways, molecular structure, chemical bonding and chemical reactions. Through it, he has built a solid and well-rounded academic foundation in both biology and chemistry. His graduate research spanned biochemistry, molecular biology and biological data analysis, further deepening his expertise in the life sciences and related areas of chemistry. For many years, Marco has focused on teaching and tutoring high school and graduate students, and brings extensive teaching experience. He specializes in BC Grade 11–12 Biology and Chemistry, as well as international curricula including AP Biology, AP Chemistry, IB Biology and IB Chemistry. He is also highly proficient in teaching data analysis and bioinformatics, helping students develop an interdisciplinary mindset that combines the life sciences with computational analysis. Marco is especially experienced in AP instruction. He has contributed to the design of course materials and teaching content for AP Biology and AP Chemistry, and is thoroughly familiar with key and challenging topics such as chemical reactions and molecular structure analysis. He connects biology and chemistry in a coherent way, guiding students to build a complete body of knowledge, develop scientific thinking and strengthen their analytical skills, laying a solid foundation for advanced coursework and the transition to university studies. In addition, Marco has served as a mentor for the URO-REX research program at UBC's Korthauer Lab, guiding graduate students through advanced biological data analysis and providing academic guidance in molecular biology, chemical analysis and related fields, as well as supporting them in completing research projects, preparing papers and giving academic presentations. He has also worked as a teaching assistant for upper-level university courses, teaching the practical application of statistics to high-dimensional biological data, and brings deep experience in both research and teaching. Marco's lessons are logically structured and accessible. He excels at explaining complex scientific concepts in a vivid, easy-to-follow way, making it easier for students to understand and master key knowledge. He believes that great education is not only about passing on knowledge, but also about sparking students' curiosity and enthusiasm for learning. In class, he therefore focuses on developing students' ability to think independently, analyze problems and solve them, helping them build confidence and keep pushing themselves further on their academic path. He is highly regarded by both students and parents.

Carina graduated from Simon Fraser University (SFU) with a bachelor's degree in Communication and a master's degree in Contemporary Arts. With a strong background in the humanities and social sciences, she has excellent skills in academic writing, research and analysis, and logical reasoning. She is skilled at turning complex theory and abstract concepts into clear, accessible lessons, giving her a solid academic foundation for teaching English and the social sciences at the middle school, high school and university-preparatory levels. Carina was an outstanding student and received a number of academic honours, including a Graduate Scholarship, a Graduate Dean's Scholarship and, as an undergraduate, the Academy to Community Award. These awards recognize her excellence in academic research, essay writing and creative thinking, as well as her ability to connect academic research with community practice. Carina has also served as a peer reviewer for Issue 12 of the Comparative Media Arts Journal, evaluating submissions for academic merit, logical structure, rigour of argument, originality and quality of writing to ensure the published research met high academic standards. Her master's research focused on the relationship between art installations and social space, taking surveillance video art in Palestine as its subject to explore the connections between image, space and social experience. Applying critical thinking to social and cultural issues, this work demonstrates her strong research ability and command of theoretical analysis. In teaching, Carina has worked as a Teaching Assistant for SFU courses, supporting undergraduate instruction, grading assignments and tutoring students, and providing multilingual learning support for ESL students. She specializes in K–12 English, Social Studies, ESL and IELTS, as well as international curricula such as AP and IB. She is able to pinpoint each student's learning needs and explain complex language rules, academic writing techniques and methods of literary analysis step by step, helping students make real progress in reading comprehension, writing, critical thinking and academic expression. Carina is committed to a student-centred teaching philosophy. She draws on students' interests, life experiences and existing knowledge, guiding them to learn language in real-world contexts while developing independent thinking and analytical skills. She skilfully weaves stories, social issues and cultural background into her lessons, making learning lively and thought-provoking. Drawing on her rich cross-cultural background, community teaching experience and multilingual communication skills, she creates an inclusive, open and supportive learning environment that encourages students to speak up and think with confidence. While building a solid command of academic knowledge, her students continually strengthen their critical thinking, creativity and overall expression. She has earned the trust and praise of students and parents alike.