Manuela Ciuc

Major in University:
English Language and Literature

Personal Introduction:
I love to travel and discover new places. I like to meet new people / students and
learn about their countries and cultures. I enjoy cooking and trying out new food.

Teaching Specialty:

I would have to say that grammar and TOEFL are my specialities.

Nicola Carozza

Major in University:
Specialized Communication Studies

Personal Introduction:
I am a current student at OISE, U of T. I study education and am currently
completing the MT program, where I am researching ESL students and bullying.
I love learning about other cultures!

Teaching Specialty:
I like to focus on discussion in classrooms where students are able to think
critically and examine and analyze certain situations.

Justine Jun

Korean-English Interpreting
M. TI (Translation & Interpreting) - Macquane University (Australia)
M.A. TESL (Teaching English as a Second Language) Saint Michael¡¯s College, U.S.A
Certificate of TESOL (University of Maryland, U.S.A.)

Paul St. Paul

Major in University:
Architecture and English.

Personal Introduction:

I am in my forties, from Alberta, and love to exercise, study and take pictures.
I also love to learn about other cultures and think a lot about the relationship
between culture, art and business. History is fascinating to me and often I pick up
a history book for leisure.
Teaching Specialty:

I believe my specialty is Practical English. I can take whatever your interest is and
turn it into an English learning experience.

Adam Scott

Major in University:
Combined B.A. in biology and psychology Diploma of Education

Personal Introduction:
Born and bred in Oshawa, just outside Toronto. I did my B.A. at Laurentian
University and obtained a diploma of education in Australia. I enjoy camping,
cottages, mountain biking, skiing, and live music.
Teaching Specialty:
Able to adapt to my student's learning styles and needs

Eunice Kim

B.A. (chemistry & French as a Second Language) - U of T
English-Korean interpreter/translator for Hyundai Canada Inc.

Sylvie Wong

ESL
Bachelor of Arts - York University (Major in Cultural Studies)
Bachelor of Education ,OISE/Uof Toronto
Arts Teacher, York Region District School Board
2 yrs teaching experience in Nunavik, Quebec

Nuri Kim

Major in University:
Science (Biology and Medical Sciences)
Personal Introduction:
While growing up in Toronto, one of the most multicultural cities in the world, I
learned a lot about learning a new language and culture. I have experience
working with diverse groups of people from all educational backgrounds. I enjoy
teaching and helping students achieve their goals. I love traveling and new
challenges.
Teaching Specialty:
Communicative language (conversational), reading comprehension and grammar

Hitomi Kobayashi

Major in Univeristy:
Psychology & Exceptionality Double Major.
Personal Introduction:
I enjoy meeting new people, learning about different cultures as well as sharing
new ideas and opinions about anything and everything! Outside of languages, I
enjoy traveling, music, and sports to mention a few things.
Teaching Specialty:

Speaking, pronunciation, discussion, listening, essay structuring, composition.

Anastasia Illina

Major in University:
English, German, Education

Personal Introduction:
I am a sincere, well-organized, reliable and dedicated individual who loves to learn
and cope with new challenges. I use every possible opportunity to develop and
excel while giving my best to my students.

Teaching Specialty:
I am a dynamic and results oriented ESL teacher, committed to developing a
passion for learning, creating multicultural awareness through teaching the
fundamentals of the English language. I always try to develop and implement
creative curriculum that reaches every student's learning style and ability.

Caitlin Jones

Major in University:
English Literature and Creative Writing

Personal Introduction:
Hi! I'm Caitlin. I grew up in a small town in Ontario, but since then have traveled
both internationally and within Canada. I lived in Montréal for four years while
completing my degree and studied French in Quebec City. I am interested in arts
and culture, for example literature and film. I look forward to learning from all my
students about their topics of interest. I have helped organize grassroots arts
seminars in Montréal and Toronto and participate in activities for youth and
children in my neighborhood.
Teaching Specialty:
My specialty in teaching is probably helping students with their reading, writing
and grammar skills. I focus on having engaging conversations while discovering
useful vocabulary.

Matthew McGravey

Major in University:
History was my major.

Personal Introduction:
Hi, my name is Matthew. I am an English teacher at Upper Madison College. I was born here in Toronto and have lived here all my life. I look forward to teaching you
English.

Teaching Specialty:
I think I am very good at making English make sense to students through examples, explanation, and meaningful learning experiences.

Abigail Warnock

Major in University:
Major: History, Minor: Religious Studies

Personal Introduction:
My name is Abigail Warnock and I am a Canadian ESL teacher living in Toronto. I was born in Kingston, Ontario and have lived in four different Canadian provinces including British Columbia, Nova Scotia, Quebec and Ontario. I attended a special high-school for the performing arts and majored in theatre. I attended both Dalhousie University in Halifax and Concordia University in Montreal and majored in History and Religious Studies. In my spare time I enjoy reading and bike- riding.

Teaching Specialty:
I believe my speciality as a teacher comes in my charisma and enthusiasm for the subject matter. It is my goal that no student in my class will be bored or disinterested and thus I strive to incorporate variant teaching methods into my lessons that engage kinesthetic, visual, and auditory learners. I also encourage my students to ask questions and make my classroom an environment students feel comfortable expressing themselves in, and in which they are actively engaged in learning the english language.