Lily

Education Director

Hi, my name is Lily, and I am the Education Director at Forest Hill.. 

I am a trained teacher and have worked with all types of students, from elementary kids to adult learners, for more than five years now. My teaching philosophy has always been focused on providing students with the tools they need not only to succeed academically but also to understand how to learn and use this to have a positive impact everywhere they go! At Oxford Learning, I have found the perfect place to foster student's active minds and successful academic paths.

My decision to be a Teacher came from wanting to explore the world around me and offer people new perspectives on what is possible for them, tap into their potential, and achieve their goals effectively. As an ESL student myself, I saw how language shapes our worldview. Learning new concepts also allowed me to experience new cultures and new ways of understanding goals, opening many new doors for me to explore and grow!

Jason

Centre Director

Hi, my name is Jason, and I am the Centre Director at Oxford Learning Forest Hill. I, too, was once a student at Oxford Learning!

What we have here at Oxford Learning differs from anything you typically see in after-school programs. Although learning your curriculum subjects is important, developing learning skills and habits will define each student’s future. Our approach is to teach students how to learn in more effective ways – presently and for the rest of their lives. 

My role at the centre is to strive to provide an exceptional program for all of our families. We want to get to know each and every child who completes an assessment with us and learn what academics to support with reading, writing, Math, French or school support, and then also how to work with each child to strengthen habits like active reading, attention, organization, and taking risks or asking questions.

Coming from a family of teachers, I have always believed education is the greatest tool to define who you want to be. You need to make sense of your world and your place within it. Our mission is to help children achieve their highest potential, and they can do so by acquiring the habits that have always been within their reach.

Jeffrey

Elementary and Highschool Math & Science Teacher

Hello, my name is Jeffrey, and I am studying Engineering Science at U of T.

I have always been an avid learner and love to share insights of what I have gained from my studies. I have always excelled at academics but also understood the struggles in learning concepts. I constantly try my best to teach in a way that fits my students. Outside of Oxford Learning, I love to spend time playing the piano and finding time to spend with my family. 

Chloe

Elementary and High School Science, English, and Math Teacher

My name is Chloe. I have a Bachelor of Science from UofT in biology and psychology, and I recently graduated with a Master of Science in biology from Carleton University, studying the movement of bats in an urban forest. I am working towards the publication of my first scientific paper in a peer-reviewed journal. 

During my graduate program, I worked as a teaching assistant, which I found to be a very rewarding experience. I taught scientific concepts and writing, and statistical analysis to lower-year undergraduate students. Building student confidence is one of my top goals. I have seen what a big difference it can make when a student realizes that they have the problem-solving skills they need if they are willing to try. I have found that it is essential to ask questions to ensure students are thinking critically about the material and understand their work.

In my free time, I enjoy artistic gymnastics and singing. I also enjoy following the Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Sceptres hockey seasons.

Pheonix

Little Readers, Elementary and High School Teacher

Pheonix is part of the Oxford Learning Forest Hill team and brings a warm, positive energy to every session!

She holds a Full Stack Developer Certificate from Toronto Metropolitan University and is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts at the University of Toronto, majoring in Sociology with minors in Education and Technology. Pheonix specializes in teaching English and supports students in a wide range of subjects up to Grade 12. She helps students not only improve their grades but also build confidence and enjoy learning. She believes every student learns differently and takes the time to understand each individual’s strengths to make lessons engaging, supportive, and tailored to their needs. She is passionate about teaching because she has seen firsthand how the right support can completely change a student’s confidence and mindset. Her goal is for students to leave each session feeling more confident, capable, and motivated than when they walked in. Pheonix believes every student has unique strengths waiting to be discovered, and she is dedicated to helping them grow with confidence, curiosity, and a genuine love for learning.

Outside the classroom, she enjoys web and app development and martial arts, both of which inspire her to bring creativity, discipline, and focus to everything she does.

Arsala

Little Readers, Elementary, and Chemistry Teacher

I have a master's in chemistry and love all things chromatography. I moved to Toronto recently from the suburbs and am slowly getting used to the busy city life. I currently tutor young kids and hs chemistry at Oxford Learning. Outside of teaching, I enjoy baking with freshly milled flour and making all kinds of crafts. I have a henna business and work with brides to bring their wedding day henna vision to life. I love to read in my free time and watch TV shows.