
Priyam Goyal
Center Director
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Priyam Goyal
Center Director
Quick Facts About Me:
My Specialty: Elementary mathematics focusing on foundational concepts and artithemic. English and Language Arts K-12.
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My Superpower: Being the ultimate Chaos Coordinator — keeping things running smoothly while making every child feel seen, supported, and confident.
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What I Love About My Job: Creating a space where kids truly feel encouraged to do their best, both in school and in life.
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Outside of Work, You'll Find Me: Playing board games, diving into the magical world of Harry Potter, or enjoying good conversations with family and friends.
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My Take on Education: "Every child is unique and deserves the chance to grow in their own way."
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A Fun Fact: I have lived in eight different cities and three different countries across two continents!
My Journey to Oxford Learning:
With a background in working for leading educational programs, I'm passionate about fostering a supportive environment where every child feels confident and encouraged. I believe in helping students not just with academics, but with their overall growth.
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Rebecca Hart
Education Coordinator & Coach
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Rebecca Hart
Education Coordinator & Coach
Quick Facts About Me:
My Specialty: Early reading and literacy K-12 English. I have a depth of experience working with children with learning, developmental or speech disorders, such as ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, and Auditory Processing Disorder.
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My Superpower: Always knows how to celebrate the little victories.
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What I Love About My Job: Making a difference! When students believe in themselves, they become more willing to take risks, ask questions, and tackle challenges.
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Outside of Work, You'll Find Me: Out in nature or volunteering! I love hiking, running, biking, you name it! There’s nothing quite like a long walk with a shelter dog at your side.
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My Take on Education: Every student should be met where they are and taught the skills and strategies they need to succeed. Equity, not equality.
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A Fun Fact: I am a huge animal lover! One day, I hope to live in my own ‘mini zoo’. (Tigers not included.)
My Journey to Oxford Learning:
I graduated from the University of Toronto with a Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics, and later completed graduate certificates in Teaching English as a Foreign Language and Communicative Disorders through University of Toronto and Georgian College.
I started my career as a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant and Literacy Educator, and I’ve always loved helping others build confidence in their communication and learning skills. I’m excited to bring my experience, creativity, and perspective to support the growth and success of both our students and coaches.
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Pawan Kaur
Education Coordinator & Coach
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Pawan Kaur
Education Coordinator & Coach
Quick Facts About Me:
My Specialty: Early mental math and arithmetics, high school math, including algebra, functions, trigonometry, calculus and vectors, and biology. I have years of experience teaching children with learning impairments such as ADHD, ASD, and Dyscalculia.
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My Superpower: I turn tricky concepts into fun, unforgettable stories. If something is hard to remember, I’ll find a creative way to explain it so it actually sticks!
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What I Love About My Job: I love being the person children know they can count on. Whether they need help with a tricky question, have a problem to solve, or have a story they can’t wait to share, I love knowing they feel comfortable coming to me.
- Outside of Work, You'll Find Me: Outside of work, I’m happiest with three things: a book, a cup of ginger tea, and my plants. I especially love mythology, fiction and timeless stories.
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My Take on Education: I believe every child is unique and special. Every learner has their own strengths, personality, and way of learning, and my goal is to help them recognize and build on those strengths.
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A Fun Fact: I am a big movie enthusiast! I can watch my favorite movie again and again without getting tired of it, and I especially enjoy discovering old classics.
My Journey to Oxford Learning:
My passion for STEM and education began early, inspired by teachers who made learning engaging and meaningful. I started my career as a Teacher at Oxford Learning, where I developed my foundation in teaching and student support. Over the past three years, I’ve progressed into roles involving student engagement, educational operations, and program coordination. As an Education Coordinator, I bring these experiences together to create meaningful learning opportunities that inspire curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.
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Elizabeth Alexander
Coach
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Elizabeth Alexander
Coach
Quick Facts About Me:
My Specialty: Français! I teach French and English, focusing on Early Reading and Literacy. I have many years of experience teaching children with ADHD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, among other learning differences.
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My Superpower: Turning tricky English or French problems into “Aha!” moments — like magic!
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What I Love About My Job: Guiding students through challenges and watching their confidence grow.
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Outside of Work, You’ll Find Me: Listening to music, reading, or learning new languages.
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My Take on Education: “Every challenge is an opportunity to discover something new.”
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A Fun Fact: I’m in the top 0.1% of Duolingo users worldwide!
My Journey to Oxford Learning:
Elizabeth graduated from the University of Ottawa with a Major in Psychology, a Minor in English, and French Immersion studies, completing half her degree in French and earning a certificate of bilingualism. She brings her love of languages and learning to tutoring, helping students gain confidence and skill in both English and French.
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Corinne Caldwell
Coach
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Corinne Caldwell
Coach
Quick Facts About Me:
My Specialty: Elementary and high school English and math up to Grade 10, focusing on early reading and literacy, with extensive experience coaching students with learning differences, including Dyslexia, ADHD, and Dysgraphia.
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My Superpower: Inspiring students to become enthusiastic lifelong learners.
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What I Love About My Job: The continuous learning and rich interactions I gain from working with youth.
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Outside of Work, You'll Find Me: On the golf course, curling rink, in the garden, cooking, babysitting my grandchildren, or travelling the world.
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My Take on Education: "I truly enjoy learning and working with students."
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A Fun Fact: I've taught in the education system for 25 years across Winnipeg, Oshawa, and Waterdown!
My Journey to Oxford Learning:
As a retired Elementary School teacher with a Bachelor of Education from the University of Manitoba (majoring in geography with minors in mathematics and psychology), I bring extensive experience to Oxford Learning. My goal is always to motivate students to embrace learning as a lifelong adventure.×

Stephen Morgunov
Coach
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Stephen Morgunov
Coach
Quick Facts About Me:
My Specialty: Elementary and high school English and math up to Grade 10, including algebra, transformational geometry, and trigonometry.
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My Superpower: I can make even Mondays feel fun.
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What I Love About My Job: Getting to learn about my students' passions and interests and make those integratable into my projects and lessons, so every child feels special!
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Outside of Work, You’ll Find Me: I enjoy physical fitness, going on road trips, and cooking!
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My Take on Education: When we truly understand each student’s passions and interests, we can shape learning in a way that feels personal, meaningful, and empowering for every child.
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A Fun Fact: I can tie a tie in under 8 seconds!
My Journey to Oxford Learning:
I’m in my first year of teachers college after completing my undergrad at Brock University in St. Catherines, I now continue my studies here in Burlington.
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Dean Marini
Coach
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Dean Marini
Coach
Quick Facts About Me:
My Specialty: Elementary and high school English and math, including algebra, advanced functions, calculus and vectors, chemistry, biology and physics.
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My Superpower: Helping students discover their unique learning styles and build lasting confidence.
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What I Love About My Job: The warm, positive atmosphere at the centre and being part of such a supportive environment.
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Outside of Work, You'll Find Me: Staying active through fitness and sports (especially hockey!), or engaging in conversations about academics, hobbies, or big dreams.
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My Take on Education: "Being part of a team teaches valuable life lessons — from leadership and communication to perseverance and resilience."
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A Fun Fact: I'm a strong believer in the connection between physical activity and mental well-being!
My Journey to Oxford Learning:
Currently completing my Bachelor of Health Sciences at McMaster University and soon to start my Bachelor of Education at Brock. I'm driven by a passion to help students grow with confidence. Inspired by my own mentors, I focus on empowering students with the skills they need for independent success.
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Santo Boffa
Coach
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Santo Boffa
Coach
Quick Facts About Me:
My Specialty: Elementary and High school English and math, including algebra, advanced functions, calculus, vectors, and physics.
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My Superpower: Turning "I can't" into "I can do it!"
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What I Love About My Job: My favourite part of learning is connecting what I learn to everyday life. I look forward to helping students make those connections and build confidence in their understanding.
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Outside of Work, You'll Find Me: At the gym, trying something new in the kitchen, or playing a video game. I enjoy staying active, being creative, and taking on a good challenge.
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My Take on Education: My goal is to create independent learners. I want students to develop the skills and confidence to approach challenges on their own.
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A Fun Fact: I was born on July 1st, so I share my birthday with Canada Day!
My Journey to Oxford Learning:
I am currently completing my Bachelor of Technology in Automotive Engineering Technology at McMaster University, where I combine my interests in mathematics, physics, and hands-on problem-solving. I enjoy working on personal projects, including programming automated lighting for posters in my room. I am also a big Star Wars fan and enjoy playing basketball and volleyball. ×
Anastasija Kunovac
Coach
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Anastasija Kunovac
Coach
Quick Facts About Me:
- My Specialty: Elementary and high school English and math, including advanced functions, calculus and vectors, physics, and chemistry.
- My Superpower: Breaking down tricky math problems into simple steps.
- What I Love About My Job: Seeing students’ “aha!” moments when concepts finally click.
- Outside of Work, You’ll Find Me: Exploring nature, hanging out with friends, or getting creative with hair, nails, and outfits.
- My Take on Education: I believe understanding concepts is more important than memorizing formulas — learning should be meaningful and fun!
- A Fun Fact: I love teaching topics I once struggled with so I can make them easier for others.
My Journey to Oxford Learning:
My name is Anastasija, and I am a math and computer science student at McMaster University. I bring my passion for problem-solving and hands-on learning to tutoring, helping students build both confidence and skills in math. One of my favourite things in math is laughing with friends at how confusing a problem looks at first — the best part is when we finally solve it together!
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