Expert Tutors for 1 on 1 Tutoring in Calgary

Meet Our Knowledgeable and Dedicated Tutors

Interactive. Engaging. Effective.

At Heidi the Tutor, we believe that a great teacher can change a student’s life. That’s why we started this tutoring center with the vision of making education accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

Heidi, our founder, has a passion for teaching and a firm belief that anyone can understand and appreciate math with the right approach and guidance. She consistently saw the positive impact she had on her students, and soon she quickly gained recognition for her innovative teaching methods and her ability to demystify math for her students.

As her popularity grew, Heidi realized that she could make an even bigger impact by assembling a team of top-notch tutors who could offer quality education in a variety of subjects. Today, we are proud to have a team of highly qualified and dedicated tutors who are committed to helping students achieve their full potential.

Our tutors are knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about teaching, and they work closely with each student to understand and adapt to their individual learning style and needs. Our approach is interactive and extensive. Whether you’re struggling with a specific subject or just need some extra support, our tutors are here to help.

Here is just a glimpse of what students can achieve through working with us:

  • Fully understand concepts being taught in school
  • Improve confidence and grades
  • Complete all homework questions and stay on track with coursework
  • Gain confidence to ask questions without being judged
  • Having the option to learn concepts ahead of time

 

We are more than just a tutoring center; we are a community of learners who are committed to helping each other achieve academic success. So, if you’re ready to take your education to the next level, join us today and experience the difference a great teacher can make!

Subject Specialists in Math, Science, English, Social Studies & Biology

Math all levels including calculus, Chemistry 20 and 30, Physics 20, Science 10 and 20 

Since establishing 1 on 1 Tutor in 2019, Heidi has been a dedicated full-time tutor for her students. She has taught over 130 students since September 2019. What makes her good at teaching is that she can explain difficult concepts in simple terms and making learning fun and easy. She can approach from different angles and she loves seeing the “a-ha” moment from her students. Heidi takes the time to explain concepts so that her students fully understand where and why the formulas come from. You should expect sessions with Heidi to be interactive, engaging, and effective. 

Heidi is from Calgary and she obtained her undergraduate degree with distinction in Economics and math from Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario, and a master’s degree in finance and economics from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in London, UK. Outside of teaching, Heidi is an avid swimmer and Olympic weightlifter. She also enjoys the outdoors and loves hiking in the summer.   

 Many Heidi’s students receive tutoring from her from grade 9 to 12. Her students have been accepted into the following universities and programs: University of Calgary BComm, University of Saskatchewan Biological Sciences, UBC Vancouver School of Economics, University of Alberta School of Business, MRU Business, University of Victoria Psychology, Queen’s University BComm, SAIT School of Business, and others. 

Math all levels including calculus, Science 10, 20, 30, Biology 20 and 30, Physics 20 and 30.

Alyssa is a university student working towards a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. Outside school, Alyssa works as a math and science tutor for junior high and high school students. Her teaching style centers around encouraging discussions to help students gain critical thinking skills and academic confidence. During each session, Alyssa aims to create an easy-going environment where students feel safe to ask questions and express themselves. In her free time, Alyssa enjoys playing the piano, running, and weight training.  

Math all levels, Science 10, 20, 30, Biology 20 and 30, Chemistry 20 and 30, Physics 20 and 30 

Ryan is a recent graduate from the University of Calgary with an Honours Degree in Cellular, Molecular, Microbial, Biology; Ryan will be starting his masters degree in infectious disease this fall, with future plans to work as a Doctor. Ryan’s skillset is specialized in the maths and sciences, in the past Ryan has worked with others who have struggled understanding math and science the way it is conventionally taught; this has given him the skills required to teach math and science in a unique way. He has experience tutoring all ages and abilities through his volunteer work with underprivileged youth. Beyond his abilities in teaching math and science, Ryan also excels at reading comprehension and has scored highly on the Medical college admissions test (MCAT). 

At an unofficial capacity, Shae has been assisting peers with essay writing and the editing of papers for most of their university degrees, and officially worked as a teaching assistant at the University of Calgary. Using the written word to convey meaning can be tricky and is often subject to individual biases in terms of grading. Shae looks at the individual’s interests to gauge how to make writing more engaging and applicable to the student. Each piece written varies greatly, but the fundamental skills remain the same, such as outlining, development of thesis statements, or the application of literary devices.  

In their free time, Shae dabbles in poetry, narrative writing, and is an avid reader of the fantasy genre. Shae graduated from the University of Calgary with an undergraduate degree majoring in Archaeology and minoring in Anthropology, and subsequently, a master’s degree in Archeology. 

 

Keira is taking her first steps towards a Psychology Degree in the Bachelor of Arts at the University of Calgary. Her goal is to become a psychiatrist who connects and helps with individuals that require guidance. In the meantime, Keira hopes to aspire others through tutoring mathematics and science. Keira’s main objective is to aid students towards building confidence and achieving their academic goals. As a result, Keira wishes to create a safe environment for students; one that encourages discussion and brings forth inquiries with ease. When not in school, Keira works on strength training, however, that does not stop her from indulging in the freshly baked treats she makes during her free time! When not baking or spending time at the gym, Keira also takes interest in reading and travelling.

Callum is a passionate and engaging tutor who loves working with people of all ages, and he has a knack for helping others develop their understanding of various topics and bring forth a passion and love for learning. Callum has well over three years of experience with tutoring, although his passion for helping others to learn extends far beyond then. Initially, Callum began helping his friends at high school every now and then when they struggled with math. However, this quickly became a regular occurrence as he began to discover how much he loved teaching others, and seeing the results in his friends’ appreciation instilled a lifelong love of learning deep within him. Since graduating high school, Callum has consistently pursued opportunities to help others learn, including highly successful private tutoring with several students, some with learning disabilities, as well as working at tutoring centers. Callum has consistently seen great results with his students; his ability to simplify complex topics, explain them in multiple different understandable ways, and instill a sense of independence and confidence in his pupils puts his tutoring far above the rest. Callum frequently encourages his students to be introspective in their learning process; he often employs Socratic questioning to help his students become better learners in general, not just in a specific topic. Additionally, because of his extensive experience, Callum is both kind and patient with his students; unlike many teachers and tutors out there, he understands the struggles that students may face in their learning and empathizes with them. Overall, he aims to create a safe and understanding learning environment where his students feel safe to ask questions and be themselves. 
 
Callum was born in Fort Worth, Texas, although he has lived in Calgary since he was three years old. In high school, Callum took AP math, calculus, physics, and chemistry, and he consistently performed at the top of his class. After graduating high school, Callum enrolled in the University of Calgary, and he is currently working towards a BSc with a double major in mathematics and computer science. In university, Callum also performs extremely well academically; he made the dean’s list in 2023, and he maintains an average GPA of 3.7. 
 
Beyond teaching and academics, Callum enjoys playing video games, and skiing in the winter. He also likes to travel and has been to many different parts of the world. Additionally, Callum enjoys working on programming projects in his spare time, as well as video and photo editing. 

Prior to joining 1 on 1 Tutor, Ariana had been tutoring peers and fellow classmates for nearly 8 years. Her tutoring style focuses on observing her students’ skills and areas of improvement and adjusting her teaching styles to achieve an individualized plan for success in their learning. She aims to improve their competencies with the skills they already have, while honing new ones, and is always open to looking for new strategies or ways of thinking that her students can learn and apply. As she adapts to the needs of her students, she appreciates tips from parents/guardians as to how their child may learn best.

Ariana also has experience with ADHD, and is willing to accommodate for other learning issues related to neurodivergency.

Regardless of whether your student is big or small, Ariana aspires to be friends with them all as she enthusiastically takes on fostering their curiosity and nurturing their talents! You can always expect to be met with a friendly smile walking into your session, and leave believing in yourself and your upgraded abilities!

As for her educational experience,  Ariana is currently an undergraduate student at the University of Calgary majoring in Honors English, minoring in Greek & Roman Studies, and enrolled for the Embedded Certificate in Creative Writing.

Apart from learning and teaching, Ariana loves reading science fiction, crafting poetry, making jewelry, hiking, stargazing, watching anime and reading manga, playing soccer/football as a goalkeeper, and volunteering!

Jess is pursuing a dual degree in English and Physics at the University of Calgary.  Her passion for her studies is driven by her intrigue towards both the romantic perspectives of literature and the analytical perspectives of the sciences. Her teaching style centers around the understanding that many students often need help finding a study technique that is tailored to their unique learning styles, whether they are visual, hands on, examples based, etc. She is also adept at essay writing and editing, which is a skill that she is happy to pass on to students preparing for university. Jess has a great spirit towards her studies, so you can expect tutoring sessions with her to be lively, energetic, and engaging.
 
In her free time, Jess enjoys reading, crocheting, and being outdoors whether it’s camping, hiking, or just sitting by the river. She has also danced since the age of five in styles such as ballet, jazz, tap, acro and more.