Ancaster Tutoring

Rania

Owner & Centre Director

Rania has been the Owner and Centre Director at Oxford Learning Ancaster Centre for five years. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Mathematics and a Master of Science in Nuclear and Quantum Physics.

Throughout her career in education, Rania has held leadership roles, including positions as a physics and mathematics instructor, head of the science department, and academic vice principal at several international educational institutions. Her dedication to education is demonstrated through her commitment to assisting students and educators in enhancing their capabilities and accomplishing their objectives. She derives great satisfaction from teaching and learning and is unwavering in her pursuit of ongoing development and refinement. 

In her free time, Rania indulges in literary pursuits and appreciates music.

Olivia

Educator & Education Coordinator

Olivia holds a Bachelor of Honours Science degree from Queen's University, where she majored in Life Sciences and specialized in Neuroscience. 

Olivia's dedication to education is evident in her commitment to helping students excel in math and science. She mainly focuses on algebra, calculus, chemistry, and biology. She aims to create a supportive, engaging learning environment that fosters student success.

In addition to her academic pursuits, Olivia enjoys spending her free time reading, collecting vinyl records, and hanging out with her dogs. 

Yahia graduated from McMaster University with a Bachelor of Arts; he majored in Political Science.

Yahia loves teaching English and helping students improve their essay-writing skills. He is passionate about redefining abstract or concrete concepts that clarify certain/specific points and debating different ideas, as this tends to help form new, sometimes innovative perspectives and reflect on the implications of such conclusions. 

In his free time, Yahia enjoys playing and listening to music, writing, playing contact sports, and drawing.

Jayden

Math, Physics & Chemistry Educator

Jayden is passionate about curiosity and discovery in all aspects of life and is driven to answer the questions "How?" and "Why?" He studied at the University of Waterloo for a Bachelor of Science in Mathematical Physics and completed several philosophy courses to broaden his understanding of the world. He's also tutored at Sheridan College for some time.

His favourite part of teaching is watching a student's squinting, confused look gives way to wide eyes and a nod of understanding when they connect the ideas and realize how part of the world works. He loves to teach mathematics, physics, and chemistry, but he is excited to help find the answer to questions in nearly any subject!

In his free time, he enjoys hiking, canoeing, camping, and binging edutainment videos on YouTube. 

Carmelina

French & English Educator

Carmelina Palacios holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts from McMaster University and completed her Bachelor of Education at Western in London, ON. 

She is a relatively new teacher in Hamilton and specializes in French and music. Carmelina holds her DELF examinateur-correcteur certificate for the A1-A2 levels of French. As a newer teacher, she constantly seeks ways to share her expertise and expand her leadership and teaching experiences. 

Carmelina enjoys going on walks, playing badminton and practising her flute for fun.

Milena

Math, Science & English Educator

Milena graduated from McMaster University with a Bachelor of Science specializing in Biology. She is in her fourth year pursuing a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree at the University of Waterloo.

Milena enjoys teaching math and the sciences. She loves building students' confidence and creating an environment where they feel empowered to tackle challenging subjects and achieve their academic goals. What excites her the most about teaching is the opportunity to inspire curiosity in her students. She enjoys helping students connect the dots and see how math and science apply to the real world.

In her free time, Milena indulges in her love for reading and chess, two activities that she finds both relaxing and intellectually stimulating.

Erika

English & French Educator

Erika graduated from Redeemer University with a Bachelor of Arts. She majored in English Literature and minored in Social Work. Erika is currently completing a Bachelor of Education to become a teacher. She loves to teach English but also likes teaching French. Her favourite aspect of teaching is witnessing the delight on students' faces when they finally grasp a concept they initially struggled with.

Erika enjoys reading, baking, and being with her family and friends in her free time.

Yasmina

French Educator

Yasmina graduated from McMaster University with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Psychology and is working on her Bachelor of Education at Western University.

Yasmina loves teaching French. Her favourite part of teaching is watching students take pride in overcoming a difficult subject. 

Yasmina's love for teaching and learning extends beyond the classroom. In her free time, she indulges in her love for cooking and exploring new cuisines, a testament to her adventurous spirit and openness to new experiences.

Hiba

Math, Science, & English Educator

Hiba is about to graduate from the Civil Engineering Co-Op program at McMaster University. She is passionate about teaching math and physics, helping children learn, and guiding them to enjoy the educational process.

Hiba finds it incredibly rewarding to form bonds with her students and to watch them progress and overcome challenges.

Hiba enjoys going to the gym and working outdoors in her spare time.

Lovette

Math, Science, & English Educator

Lovette graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with a Bachelor of Honours Science, majoring in Computer Science. She enjoys teaching various subjects, including math, science, and English and values the learning process as much as the outcome. 

Her favourite part of teaching is finding creative ways to explain concepts and seeing students grow in confidence and understanding.

Lovette’s background in computer science has fuelled her passion for problem-solving and logical thinking, which she loves to share with her students. 

In her free time, she enjoys crocheting, reading, watching anime, and hiking.
 

Jasmine

Math, Science & English Educator

Jasmine is a fourth-year Biomedical student at McMaster University, specializing in the Software Engineering stream. 

She is passionate about helping students understand the underlying principles of concepts. Jasmine enjoys teaching math, science, and English, fostering curiosity and critical thinking in her students. She finds great joy in making learning more meaningful and engaging. Witnessing her students experience "aha!" moments and grow in independence reflects her empathy and care. 

Jasmine enjoys reading, drawing, and playing video games in her free time.

Karine

French & English Educator

Karine is a third-year McMaster University student working toward her Honours Bachelor's in Kinesiology. 

Karine's love for teaching and her dedication to the French culture are at the core of her identity as a Franco-Ontarienne. She is passionate about creating safe, supportive spaces where students feel empowered to learn, grow, overcome challenges, and celebrate accomplishments. Her commitment to this cause is unwavering, and she especially values the moments when students clearly understand a concept and engage enthusiastically—an experience that helps build their academic confidence. 

In her free time, she enjoys playing various sports, cooking delicious meals, and unwinding with a good book.