Jessica Pasqua graduated from York University with an Honours B.A. in Sociology. She received her Bachelor of Education from Trent University with qualifications...

What do you teach? I teach primary and junior grades reading remediation, written expression and foundational math. Why did you become a teacher? I became a teacher because I love working with kids and watching them learn and grow.  How would your students describe you? My students would describe me...

What do you teach? I teach a wide range of grades and skills, but my background and experience is in Writing, Reading, and the Humanities. I love teaching young, emergent readers all the way up to high school students writing literary essays about Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Having a wide variety of...

What do you do at RRLS? I work on the intake team and see a small number of students. Why did you become a teacher? I became a teacher because I love working with kids.  How would your students describe you? My students would describe me as playful, energetic, kind...

Victoria Hunter received her Masters of Arts in English Literature as well as her Bachelor of Education from the University of Toronto. She has Intermediate/Senior, Reading, Dance, and...

Renée Perri graduated from U of T with an Honours B.Sc. in Psychology, and received her Bachelor of Education from the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland. She is a member of the Ontario...

What do you teach? I teach reading, writing, and executive functioning skills. Why did you become a teacher? I became a teacher because it feels necessary and engaging every single day, and it’s impossible to get bored at work. How would your students describe you? I think my students would...

What do you do at RRLS? I was a Learning Specialist for many years, then transitioned to Workshop Coordinator, Associate Director of Education, and finally, Director of Outreach. My role now is to connect with parents and explain our services to them, and how we can help their child succeed....

What do you teach? I have taught in many different areas at RRLS, but my primary focus is at the primary/junior level. I love helping students with early reading acquisition. Why did you become a teacher? I started my career in early childhood education because I adored being around young...

I have been a full-time teacher and educational coach since 1996, and have developed my programs and unique method of teaching by working primarily One to One with students, or in small...