Meet the Team at Mathnasium of London South

Grace Okusanya

Grace holds a BSc in Psychology from Queen’s University and is currently pursuing a PhD in Public Health Sciences at the University of Waterloo. Throughout her academic journey, she has been actively involved in tutoring and teaching mathematical concepts, particularly inferential statistics, among other subjects. Beyond her academic pursuits, Grace has dedicated herself to supporting children aged 3 to 18 through her work with community and non-profit organizations. Her passion for empowering students in their learning led her to Mathnasium, where she contributes to a dynamic environment that gamifies education and scaffolds mathematical understanding, making it easier for students to grasp new concepts. In her spare time, Grace enjoys watching stand-up comedy and movies, reading, and nurturing her plants.

Caitlyn Manrique

Hello, my name is Caitlyn Manrique and I am a first-year student going into Medical Science at Western University. Like many, I struggled a lot with math. And just like Mathnasium students, I sought help to develop my math skills. Through tons of support from my tutors, I expanded my learning. Now, I love math! I want to help children throughout their math journeys and show them how they can grow their skills too! I enjoy crafting and exploring nature. I love to draw, paint, and build things in my free time!

Liam Elliott

Liam is a current Western University student working through his second year studying for a B.Sc. in Computer Sciences with a minor in Game Development. He graduated from Saunders Secondary School with Honours and joined Mathnasium at the beginning of 2023. Having previously been a student at Mathnasium in both 7th and 12th grade, Liam gained an interest in helping others with mathematics just like how his instructors helped him. Liam also understands how it feels to struggle with math in school, so that's why he is passionate about giving children the support they need to succeed in their classes. In his free time, Liam loves to play video games and draw, as well as go bowling with friends and swimming in the summer.

Heba Youssef

Hi, my name is Heba and I am a fourth year student pursuing my B.Sc in Mechanical Engineering at Western University. I've always loved working with children and have been around them all my life. Math wasn't my easiest subject, but I was fortunate enough to have amazing teachers that took the time to teach me at my own pace. Now all I want to do is math! My goal is to help kids realize how easy math can be, and help them gain confidence in themselves through their knowledge of math. I like tinkering with things, so during my free time, I like to try to Cad model solution and prototype them using my 3D printer.

Dhairya Pulana

Dhairya is one of our newer members of the team and is qualified with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, as well as a Master's Degree in Physics from Kurukshetra University (India ). Specializing in mathematics education for children, she is dedicated to making complex concepts in math more accessible and engaging. Dhairya's diverse academic background, coupled with a passion for teaching, enables her to create dynamic and effective learning environments. She comes with 3 years of teaching experience from India and also has an international certificate of teaching fueled by a love for exploration. Dhairya enjoys relocating to new places, embracing different cultures, and bringing those experiences into her teaching. Her priorities are to engage in open communication, as well as fostering a collaborative atmosphere to enhance students' understanding and enthusiasm for mathematics. Dhairya's goal is to cultivate a love for learning and curiosity in the next generation, fostering a deep understanding of the interconnected world of science and technology. With a perfect blend of knowledge and enthusiasm, she aspires to be an inspiration, guiding students to explore the boundless possibilities.

Swati Sharma

Swati is a student at Western University studying Computer Science. She has been tutoring and helping kids who struggle with Math since she was in Grade 9 and has developed a passion for teaching students ever since. She is interested in how math can be applied to real-world situations, from engineering and technology to everyday life. Outside of her academic world, Swati loves to dance, play the piano and travel.

Kiera Harkness

Hi, my name is Keira and I currently attend Western University. I am in my second year, majoring in Mathematics with goals of becoming a teacher.  When I was young I struggled a lot with math, and over the years I started to enjoy it more and more.  Now, math is my favourite subject! I think it’s important for students to understand that math will be hard sometimes, but with the right practice and effort anything is possible!! In my free time I enjoy playing sports, going for walks outside with my dogs and hanging out with my friends.