What makes us stand out as a leading service in our community?
Experience and Certifications. We have a very highly trained educational team. All staff members have received and continue to receive ongoing training in remediation and learning strategies. We receive regular referrals from physicians, psychologists, teachers, principals, social workers, counsellors, speech pathologists and of course, other parents. We are in our 13th year of business. Our results are evidence-based. All of our students are tested by a qualified assessor and the program is developed around their individual needs. If you want a quality service with real results, an experienced and professionally trained Masters level assessor is the key to your child's success. Our prices reflect not only a single tutor, but a Director's weekly input and a team of instructors who consult on all of our student's needs.
Experience and Certifications. We have a very highly trained educational team. All staff members have received and continue to receive ongoing training in remediation and learning strategies. We receive regular referrals from physicians, psychologists, teachers, principals, social workers, counsellors, speech pathologists and of course, other parents. We are in our 13th year of business. Our results are evidence-based. All of our students are tested by a qualified assessor and the program is developed around their individual needs. If you want a quality service with real results, an experienced and professionally trained Masters level assessor is the key to your child's success. Our prices reflect not only a single tutor, but a Director's weekly input and a team of instructors who consult on all of our student's needs.
LearnAbility Cape Breton Inc. Staff:
Michelle AuCoin: Executive Director, Program Developer, Senior Instructor Michelle has over 23 years experience working with children and adults with Learning Disabilities. Michelle began working with special needs students at Nova Read clinic in Halifax in 1995, learning the craft of reading and language intervention from Speech Pathologists and Interventionists. She received ongoing and intensive training in the Lindamood family of programs including: Verbalizing and Visualizing and the LIPS program. Returning home to Cape Breton in 2000, Michelle began working with the Learning Disabilities Association of Nova Scotia with the Destination Employment program as a Coordinator. She also had the honour of being chosen to be a consultant/contributor by the Learning Disabilities Association of Canada in the research and development of a national publication - Roadmap on Learning Disabilities for Employers.
Michelle's education and training have included Undergraduate work in Communication and Language and graduate study - Master of Arts in Education with a specialization in special needs. She is also ESL - TESOL certified and has received ongoing training and professional development: Nova Scotia Tutor Training certification; Destination Literacy; NS Workplace Education Instructor; Laubach Literacy Trainer; Learning Disabilities Association of Canada's Screening for Success; and the Orton Gillingham Method, thus bringing a wide range of knowledge and experience to her role as Director, Program Coordinator, and Senior instructor. She has provided workshops on Learning Disabilities to parents, teachers, and professionals throughout the province.
Michelle created the company in 2005. LearnAbility grew from the need for a full service facility providing intervention, tutoring (in English and French), math tutoring and accelerated learning. LearnAbility also provides workshops and consulting for organizations, schools, parents and companies, focusing on: staff enhancement, building curriculum and programs for post-secondary, dealing with students or staff with disabilities and helping support children and adults with learning disabilities.
Michelle's focus is the development and implementation of one on one support, and community education for children and their families. Michelle was awarded the Business Woman of the Year award by Breton Business Centre at the Women In Business Conference in Baddeck on May 3rd, 2012, recognizing her work in the community and her dedication to her field. In October 15th 2013, LearnAbility won the 2013 Professional Services Award for Excellence in Business, from the Sydney and Area Chamber of Commerce. With the growth of the company, LearnAbility Cape Breton Inc was born. LearnAbility Cape Breton Inc. is now an independent corporation which has taken years to grow, but has been the result of hard work and community success.
Michelle's education and training have included Undergraduate work in Communication and Language and graduate study - Master of Arts in Education with a specialization in special needs. She is also ESL - TESOL certified and has received ongoing training and professional development: Nova Scotia Tutor Training certification; Destination Literacy; NS Workplace Education Instructor; Laubach Literacy Trainer; Learning Disabilities Association of Canada's Screening for Success; and the Orton Gillingham Method, thus bringing a wide range of knowledge and experience to her role as Director, Program Coordinator, and Senior instructor. She has provided workshops on Learning Disabilities to parents, teachers, and professionals throughout the province.
Michelle created the company in 2005. LearnAbility grew from the need for a full service facility providing intervention, tutoring (in English and French), math tutoring and accelerated learning. LearnAbility also provides workshops and consulting for organizations, schools, parents and companies, focusing on: staff enhancement, building curriculum and programs for post-secondary, dealing with students or staff with disabilities and helping support children and adults with learning disabilities.
Michelle's focus is the development and implementation of one on one support, and community education for children and their families. Michelle was awarded the Business Woman of the Year award by Breton Business Centre at the Women In Business Conference in Baddeck on May 3rd, 2012, recognizing her work in the community and her dedication to her field. In October 15th 2013, LearnAbility won the 2013 Professional Services Award for Excellence in Business, from the Sydney and Area Chamber of Commerce. With the growth of the company, LearnAbility Cape Breton Inc was born. LearnAbility Cape Breton Inc. is now an independent corporation which has taken years to grow, but has been the result of hard work and community success.
Darryl AuCoin, Co-Owner and Manager
Darryl AuCoin is the Co-owner and Manager of LearnAbility. Darryl is a graduate of the Bachelor of Commerce program at Saint Mary's University, focusing on finance and management. Darryl brings over 20 years of management experience to the LearnAbility organization, working previously in communications and customer service management. Darryl has been instrumental in the expansion of LearnAbility and has guided the direction of the company, as it embarks on developing and offering new programs and services. Darryl is also involved with the company's marketing and promotions. Darryl's insight and business mind helps to manage a staff of busy educators!
Darryl AuCoin is the Co-owner and Manager of LearnAbility. Darryl is a graduate of the Bachelor of Commerce program at Saint Mary's University, focusing on finance and management. Darryl brings over 20 years of management experience to the LearnAbility organization, working previously in communications and customer service management. Darryl has been instrumental in the expansion of LearnAbility and has guided the direction of the company, as it embarks on developing and offering new programs and services. Darryl is also involved with the company's marketing and promotions. Darryl's insight and business mind helps to manage a staff of busy educators!
Nicole Hill, Literacy, Math, Transitioning, Life Skills and Study Skills Instructor
Nicole has been with LearnAbility for seven years. She currently has a clientele of students in elementary, junior and senior high school whom she teaches in our one-to-one programs. Nicole is a highly skilled teacher with over 15 years experience in the field of education. Nicole has worked in the public school system and with adult literacy. As a public school teacher, she focused on elementary education. In adult education,
Nicole worked as an academic upgrading instructor for an Employment Development Centre (a non-profit training centre for adults with barriers to employment). Thus, in addition to her undergraduate study and Bachelor of education, she has received the Nova Scotia Tutor training certification, Laubach Literacy Tutor Training, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention. Nicole has been trained in the Lindamood Phoneme Segmentation program and other reading and language intervention programs developed by LearnAbility. She is well respected, innovative, and strategic. The students love her and we are thrilled to have her on staff!
Nicole has been with LearnAbility for seven years. She currently has a clientele of students in elementary, junior and senior high school whom she teaches in our one-to-one programs. Nicole is a highly skilled teacher with over 15 years experience in the field of education. Nicole has worked in the public school system and with adult literacy. As a public school teacher, she focused on elementary education. In adult education,
Nicole worked as an academic upgrading instructor for an Employment Development Centre (a non-profit training centre for adults with barriers to employment). Thus, in addition to her undergraduate study and Bachelor of education, she has received the Nova Scotia Tutor training certification, Laubach Literacy Tutor Training, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention. Nicole has been trained in the Lindamood Phoneme Segmentation program and other reading and language intervention programs developed by LearnAbility. She is well respected, innovative, and strategic. The students love her and we are thrilled to have her on staff!
Tammy Besso - Math Department Senior Instructor - Middle and High School
Tammy has been working at LearnAbility for six years. She is a graduate of St. Francis Xavier University's Education program and teaches Secondary Education in Cape Breton, mainly in the Sydney area in Middle and Senior High Schools. She works primarily with our Math students, as her strong math skills and secondary education training, make her an asset to our math program. In addition, Tammy has been trained in phonological awareness and works with several children with dyslexia. Tammy not only did her undergraduate work in Community Studies while at Cape Breton University, but she graduated as the university's valedictorian. Her desire to teach and support children is evident in her long history of community support work: Whitney Pier Daycare Centre, Eastern Regional Helpline, Homecare, and community outreach programs. Tammy demonstrates a commitment and strong level of care to each of her student's. The children love her and she is another very valuable member of the LearnAbility team.
Tammy has been working at LearnAbility for six years. She is a graduate of St. Francis Xavier University's Education program and teaches Secondary Education in Cape Breton, mainly in the Sydney area in Middle and Senior High Schools. She works primarily with our Math students, as her strong math skills and secondary education training, make her an asset to our math program. In addition, Tammy has been trained in phonological awareness and works with several children with dyslexia. Tammy not only did her undergraduate work in Community Studies while at Cape Breton University, but she graduated as the university's valedictorian. Her desire to teach and support children is evident in her long history of community support work: Whitney Pier Daycare Centre, Eastern Regional Helpline, Homecare, and community outreach programs. Tammy demonstrates a commitment and strong level of care to each of her student's. The children love her and she is another very valuable member of the LearnAbility team.
Michelle Wadden, Literacy and Math Instructor
Michelle joined the LearnAbility team in September of 2012. She received a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Cape Breton University in 2006, with a major in English. She continued her studies at CBU, receiving a Bachelor of Education degree in 2009 and is now endorsed in English, Math, and Social Studies. Michelle is currently on Maternity leave. Michelle has extensive experience in teaching reading, writing, and math in the mainstream classroom, as well as teaching resource and working in learning centres. We will miss Michelle this year, but we are very excited for her growing family.
Michelle joined the LearnAbility team in September of 2012. She received a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Cape Breton University in 2006, with a major in English. She continued her studies at CBU, receiving a Bachelor of Education degree in 2009 and is now endorsed in English, Math, and Social Studies. Michelle is currently on Maternity leave. Michelle has extensive experience in teaching reading, writing, and math in the mainstream classroom, as well as teaching resource and working in learning centres. We will miss Michelle this year, but we are very excited for her growing family.
Amanda MacPherson - Math Department Senior Instructor
Amanda MacPherson has been a Math Instructor at LearnAbility for the past 6 years. Amanda is currently on Maternity leave. After graduating from Cape Breton University with her Bachelor of Arts Degree, Amanda continued her education at the University of Maine at Fort Kent, obtaining her Bachelor of Education Degree. Since graduating with her BEd in 2009, she has been working with the Cape Breton Victoria Centre for Education. Amanda regularly teaches and has substituted in both Elementary and Middle Schools. Amanda feels that her education and training has given her the experience to work with children in various subject areas, grades P-9. The students are really benefitting from her strong math knowledge and excellent teaching skills. We will miss her this year, but congratulate her on her growing family!
Amanda MacPherson has been a Math Instructor at LearnAbility for the past 6 years. Amanda is currently on Maternity leave. After graduating from Cape Breton University with her Bachelor of Arts Degree, Amanda continued her education at the University of Maine at Fort Kent, obtaining her Bachelor of Education Degree. Since graduating with her BEd in 2009, she has been working with the Cape Breton Victoria Centre for Education. Amanda regularly teaches and has substituted in both Elementary and Middle Schools. Amanda feels that her education and training has given her the experience to work with children in various subject areas, grades P-9. The students are really benefitting from her strong math knowledge and excellent teaching skills. We will miss her this year, but congratulate her on her growing family!
Melissa Batten, Literacy and Math Instructor, Elementary
Melissa has been with LearnAbility since the spring of 2014. We were very pleased to have her with us. Melissa instructs mainly elementary students in reading, writing and math intervention. She is also experienced in working with study skills at the Middle School and Senior High Level and works with a few students in this area. Melissa is a licensed teacher with the Cape Breton Victoria Centre for Education and has been teaching for several years. She has subbed throughout Cape Breton and has spent much of her time in the Glace Bay and Donkin area. Melissa's positive energy and genuine concern for the children has been a great fit for our organization.
Melissa has been with LearnAbility since the spring of 2014. We were very pleased to have her with us. Melissa instructs mainly elementary students in reading, writing and math intervention. She is also experienced in working with study skills at the Middle School and Senior High Level and works with a few students in this area. Melissa is a licensed teacher with the Cape Breton Victoria Centre for Education and has been teaching for several years. She has subbed throughout Cape Breton and has spent much of her time in the Glace Bay and Donkin area. Melissa's positive energy and genuine concern for the children has been a great fit for our organization.
Amanda Delaney, Literacy and Math Instructor - Elementary and Middle School
Amanda graduated from Cape Breton University--obtaining her Bachelor of Arts degree by completing enough courses for an Area Major in English, Psychology and Visual Arts. She then went on to complete her Bachelor of Education degree (also from CBU). She has been subbing consistently within the Cape Breton Victoria Centre for Education. Amanda is a dedicated educator who simply adores working with children. She is passionately focused on student growth and success. Amanda will be working with our Elementary and some Jr. High aged students, focusing on reading, writing and fundamental math skills. Amanda has been trainedin phonological awareness and writing programs at LearnAbility. Amanda has been subbing the past few years in the CBRM and adores working with children. We are very fortunate to have her as a part of our team.
Amanda graduated from Cape Breton University--obtaining her Bachelor of Arts degree by completing enough courses for an Area Major in English, Psychology and Visual Arts. She then went on to complete her Bachelor of Education degree (also from CBU). She has been subbing consistently within the Cape Breton Victoria Centre for Education. Amanda is a dedicated educator who simply adores working with children. She is passionately focused on student growth and success. Amanda will be working with our Elementary and some Jr. High aged students, focusing on reading, writing and fundamental math skills. Amanda has been trainedin phonological awareness and writing programs at LearnAbility. Amanda has been subbing the past few years in the CBRM and adores working with children. We are very fortunate to have her as a part of our team.
Brianna Tutty, Literacy Instructor - Elementary and Middle School
Brianna has been with LearnAbility since the Fall of 2014. She began her educational career by earning her BA from Cape Breton University after attending Acadia University for one year. After graduation from her undergraduate degree, she went on to the University of Maine at Fort Kent earning her BED in elementary education in 2005. Since then she has been substituting with our local school board for the past 9 years in the elementary classrooms. Brianna was a volunteer instructor with the LINKS reading program pilot initiative from the Learning Disabilities Association of Nova Scotia. Brianna also has numerous professional development sessions completed in her field. She has been doing a great job working with our kids. Brianna is currently completing her certification in English as a Second Language.
Brianna has been with LearnAbility since the Fall of 2014. She began her educational career by earning her BA from Cape Breton University after attending Acadia University for one year. After graduation from her undergraduate degree, she went on to the University of Maine at Fort Kent earning her BED in elementary education in 2005. Since then she has been substituting with our local school board for the past 9 years in the elementary classrooms. Brianna was a volunteer instructor with the LINKS reading program pilot initiative from the Learning Disabilities Association of Nova Scotia. Brianna also has numerous professional development sessions completed in her field. She has been doing a great job working with our kids. Brianna is currently completing her certification in English as a Second Language.
Catherine Farrow, Bilingual Instructor and French Dept. Head
Catherine graduated from Dalhousie with a BA in French and from CBU with a BEd in secondary education. After subbing several years for both the Cape Breton Victoria Regional School Board & the Conseil scolaire acadien provincial Catherine returned to complete a Masters in Education to support learners with diverse needs & exceptionalities. Catherine is now a full time learning centre and resource teacher for the CSAP. She has numerous professional development sessions completed in her field. Catherine previously worked at LearnAbility for 4 years and we were pleased when she returned last September. She loves helping students work to their full potential with programs tailored for each students personal needs. We are so glad to have her with us!
Catherine graduated from Dalhousie with a BA in French and from CBU with a BEd in secondary education. After subbing several years for both the Cape Breton Victoria Regional School Board & the Conseil scolaire acadien provincial Catherine returned to complete a Masters in Education to support learners with diverse needs & exceptionalities. Catherine is now a full time learning centre and resource teacher for the CSAP. She has numerous professional development sessions completed in her field. Catherine previously worked at LearnAbility for 4 years and we were pleased when she returned last September. She loves helping students work to their full potential with programs tailored for each students personal needs. We are so glad to have her with us!
Jacqueline Cote, Literacy and Math Instructor
Jacqueline started with us in February 2017. Her Master’s degree in Educational Studies focused on working with students with various challenges in learning. Some areas of study included ADHD, learning disabilities, and physical challenges. Jacqueline also has certification and courses in Life Coaching. Jacqueline has many years experience working with children and adults in various educational environments. Jacqueline’s participation in the pilot for Cape Breton University’s very successful Academic Success Coach program is a great asset in helping students with study skills, time management, organization and transitioning. Jacqueline works with children of all age levels in language, study skills, general homework help, and in math up to the end of grade 9. We are glad that you joined us Jacqueline!
Jacqueline started with us in February 2017. Her Master’s degree in Educational Studies focused on working with students with various challenges in learning. Some areas of study included ADHD, learning disabilities, and physical challenges. Jacqueline also has certification and courses in Life Coaching. Jacqueline has many years experience working with children and adults in various educational environments. Jacqueline’s participation in the pilot for Cape Breton University’s very successful Academic Success Coach program is a great asset in helping students with study skills, time management, organization and transitioning. Jacqueline works with children of all age levels in language, study skills, general homework help, and in math up to the end of grade 9. We are glad that you joined us Jacqueline!
Kathryn MacLean, Middle and High School Math and Science Instructor
Kathryn joined us in the fall of 2017. Kathryn has worked in the school system in Dartmouth and in Alberta. While in Alberta, she was also co-owner of an Oxford Learning Centre and therefore has significant experience working one on one with kids experiencing academic difficulties. Kathryn substitute teaches with the Cape Breton Victoria Centre for Education and the Eskasoni School Board. Kathryn also works as an and working at LearnAbility part time. Kathryn focuses on late Middle School and Grade 10 and 11 Math and Physics. Kathryn is also an instructor with St. John Ambulance. We are very happy to have her with us.
Renee MacIsaac, Literacy Instructor
Renee joined LearnAbility in the Winter of 2018. Renee graduated from CBU with a B.A in Political Science, Fine Arts/English and a Bachelor of Education. She has been teaching with the Cape Breton Victoria Centre for Education and the Eskasoni School Boards since 2010. Renee is endorsed in Social Studies, Visual Art, Drama and Engish. She has experience teaching resource. Renee has also had terms in learning centres. We are happy to have her on board.
Renee joined LearnAbility in the Winter of 2018. Renee graduated from CBU with a B.A in Political Science, Fine Arts/English and a Bachelor of Education. She has been teaching with the Cape Breton Victoria Centre for Education and the Eskasoni School Boards since 2010. Renee is endorsed in Social Studies, Visual Art, Drama and Engish. She has experience teaching resource. Renee has also had terms in learning centres. We are happy to have her on board.
Victoria Clarke, French and English Instructor
Victoria Clarke became a LearnAbility instructor in the Winter of 2018. Victoria works with our younger children and some Middle school students in the English and French departments. Victoria is a bilingual instructor and is endorsed in Elementary/Middle School Education and French. She is a graduate of the Education program at Cape Breton University. Victoria loves to develop and find French resources to incorporate into her French curriculum. Our students love working with Victoria and she is another wonderful addition to our team.
Victoria Clarke became a LearnAbility instructor in the Winter of 2018. Victoria works with our younger children and some Middle school students in the English and French departments. Victoria is a bilingual instructor and is endorsed in Elementary/Middle School Education and French. She is a graduate of the Education program at Cape Breton University. Victoria loves to develop and find French resources to incorporate into her French curriculum. Our students love working with Victoria and she is another wonderful addition to our team.
David Gouthro, Literacy and Math Elementary Instructor
In the Spring, we were delighted to have added David Gouthro to our staff. David is endorsed in Elementary and Middle School. He focuses mainly on reading and writing. He is a graduated of the Bachelor of Education program at Cape Breton University and has been teaching for a number of years for the Cape Breton Victoria District School Board. David is energetic and enthusiastic and very engaged with our students. We are lucky to have him on board.
In the Spring, we were delighted to have added David Gouthro to our staff. David is endorsed in Elementary and Middle School. He focuses mainly on reading and writing. He is a graduated of the Bachelor of Education program at Cape Breton University and has been teaching for a number of years for the Cape Breton Victoria District School Board. David is energetic and enthusiastic and very engaged with our students. We are lucky to have him on board.
Colleen MacCormack
Colleen MacCormack is a new member of the LearnAbility team. Colleen is a busy teacher who works at Robin Foote Elementary in the Cape Breton Victoria Centre for Education. In her after school time, Colleen joins us 3 times a week. Colleen's background is in primary education (where she currently works in her classroom) and Reading Recovery. Colleen's focus at LearnAbility will be in Elementary Education and specifically, reading intervention because of her strong reading recovery background. She is a welcome addition to a specialized team!
Megan MacLeod
Meghan MacLeod is a Middle/High School Endorsed Teacher who recently began working at LearnAbility. Meghan will focus mainly on Middle School students, but has added some Grade 9 students to her case load for math and literacy. Meghan is working on subject tutoring, math and reading and writing. We are pleased to have her with us this year. Megan is also a substitute teacher with the Cape Breton Victoria Centre for Education.
Meghan MacLeod is a Middle/High School Endorsed Teacher who recently began working at LearnAbility. Meghan will focus mainly on Middle School students, but has added some Grade 9 students to her case load for math and literacy. Meghan is working on subject tutoring, math and reading and writing. We are pleased to have her with us this year. Megan is also a substitute teacher with the Cape Breton Victoria Centre for Education.
Kendra Penney, Elementary Literacy Instructor
Kendra Penney is an Elementary Endorsed teacher. Kendra joined LearnAbility this fall. She is a graduate of Cape Breton University in the Bachelor of Education program and also has a Bachelor of Arts Community Studies Degree. Kendra is a current substitute teacher with the Cape Breton Victoria Centre for Education. Kendra has taught in classrooms of diverse students at the Elementary level and adapts her teaching style to the individual needs of each child. She has done outstanding volunteer work with schools and organizations across the island including: fundraising, organizing events, awareness of various causes, physical education and coaching. We are glad to have her on board.
Kendra Penney is an Elementary Endorsed teacher. Kendra joined LearnAbility this fall. She is a graduate of Cape Breton University in the Bachelor of Education program and also has a Bachelor of Arts Community Studies Degree. Kendra is a current substitute teacher with the Cape Breton Victoria Centre for Education. Kendra has taught in classrooms of diverse students at the Elementary level and adapts her teaching style to the individual needs of each child. She has done outstanding volunteer work with schools and organizations across the island including: fundraising, organizing events, awareness of various causes, physical education and coaching. We are glad to have her on board.
Sandi Black, Middle and Secondary School Math and Science Instructor
Sandi is another new addition to the LearnAbility staff. Sandi received her Bachelor of Engineering from Dalhousie University in 2008. She also graduated from the Department of Process Engineering and Applied Science with a degree in Chemical Engineering. Sandi was awarded First Place in the Engineer’s Nova Scotia Senior Design Project along with her teammates. She received her Diploma of Engineering from Saint Mary’s University 2005. Sandi is now finalizing her Education degree at Cape Breton University and is endorsed in Math up to Grade 12 and Sciences: including Physics and Chemistry at the High School Level. Sandi is patient and has a great teaching style. We are grateful to have her on board.
Sandi is another new addition to the LearnAbility staff. Sandi received her Bachelor of Engineering from Dalhousie University in 2008. She also graduated from the Department of Process Engineering and Applied Science with a degree in Chemical Engineering. Sandi was awarded First Place in the Engineer’s Nova Scotia Senior Design Project along with her teammates. She received her Diploma of Engineering from Saint Mary’s University 2005. Sandi is now finalizing her Education degree at Cape Breton University and is endorsed in Math up to Grade 12 and Sciences: including Physics and Chemistry at the High School Level. Sandi is patient and has a great teaching style. We are grateful to have her on board.
Kavita Siewrattan, Middle and Secondary School Math and Science Instructor
Kavita obtained her Honours Bachelor of Science Degree and her Masters of Education from the University of Toronto. Kavita was the Executive Director of the Scarborough Campus Student's Union for the University of Toronto. Currently, Kavita is finalizing her BEd at Cape Breton University and is an endorsed High School instructor in Grades 10, 11 and 12 math and sciences: including Chemistry and Physics. Kavita is also a Research Assistant for CBU. Kavita is a highly skilled math and science tutor. We are very pleased to have her with us!
Kavita obtained her Honours Bachelor of Science Degree and her Masters of Education from the University of Toronto. Kavita was the Executive Director of the Scarborough Campus Student's Union for the University of Toronto. Currently, Kavita is finalizing her BEd at Cape Breton University and is an endorsed High School instructor in Grades 10, 11 and 12 math and sciences: including Chemistry and Physics. Kavita is also a Research Assistant for CBU. Kavita is a highly skilled math and science tutor. We are very pleased to have her with us!
Spencer Roach, Bilingual Middle and Secondary School Math Instructor
Spencer Roach is a High School endorsed instructor focusing on Math 10, 11, 12 and pre-calculus and calculus. Spencer has a keen knowledge of math and has a caseload of students from across the CBRM who are working at the High School level. Spencer is also a bilingual instructor which is beneficial to any of our students requiring math or science intervention in French. Spencer is another welcome addition to LearnAbility.
Spencer Roach is a High School endorsed instructor focusing on Math 10, 11, 12 and pre-calculus and calculus. Spencer has a keen knowledge of math and has a caseload of students from across the CBRM who are working at the High School level. Spencer is also a bilingual instructor which is beneficial to any of our students requiring math or science intervention in French. Spencer is another welcome addition to LearnAbility.
Allena MacLeod, Instructor
Allena MacLeod is the newest member of the LearnAbility team. Allena is a St Fx Graduate with a Bachelor Education - focus in the Middle/Secondary stream. Allena is a substitute teacher for the Cape Breton Victoria Centre for Education. Allena works with students who are in need of literacy and numeracy support, mainly at this time, at the Middle School level. The kids really enjoy working with her and we are glad to have her on board.
Allena MacLeod is the newest member of the LearnAbility team. Allena is a St Fx Graduate with a Bachelor Education - focus in the Middle/Secondary stream. Allena is a substitute teacher for the Cape Breton Victoria Centre for Education. Allena works with students who are in need of literacy and numeracy support, mainly at this time, at the Middle School level. The kids really enjoy working with her and we are glad to have her on board.