Teachers on Call provides in-person and online private tutoring in Whitby, Ontario for elementary and high school students in all subjects and grades from kindergarten to grade 12.
While of course we offer great subject-specific support in English, Math, Science, French and more, Teachers on Call prides itself on going beyond just the basics.
Our tutoring team is current with the Ontario curriculum and Ministry guidelines, so they'll know exactly how to help your child best. They're also dedicated to helping students learn academic strategies, improve organization and time management skills and increase self confidence.
Find out why our services are so highly recommended by teachers and other educational professionals. We have had the opportunity to support hard-working students and families since we started in Toronto over 40 years ago, and now we're pleased to be able to extend our service into Whitby.
Get in touch today to learn more about how our tutors can help support your student.
Teachers on Call offers online tutoring, and it's the same great service we offer in-person. One of the great things about online tutoring is the convenience of connecting your student to a great tutor without needing to be at home.
All online tutoring requires students to access educational support and resources is their own electronic device with a connection to the internet. Online tutoring sessions can happen anywhere the student is, be it at home, at the library, or even if you're on vacation.
A child with learning disabilities often has a unique learning style. A caring and patient tutor who understands their special needs can make a world of difference.
Our tutoring service provides overall strategies to help them become independent learners, while increasing their organization and time management skills. Reach out to us today to help find a tutor in Whitby who can help with your child's special needs.
Math is the subject parents need outside help with the most, and we're ready to give a hand. Get the most out of homework with a math tutor. Our math tutors also work to improve your child's critical thinking, problem solving and analytical skills, and they teach effective note-taking, study habits and test-taking strategies.
If you're looking for a science tutor, we can help! Science tutoring covers general science, biology, chemistry and physics. Teachers on Call offers a customized approach to science education, informed by your child's unique learning needs.
Our English tutors will help students who are struggling with reading, writing, spelling, punctuation, and grammar skills. They can also help with reading comprehension, effective study skills and note-taking techniques.
Our tutors are proud to work with students from all schools and school boards across Whitby.
Read the most frequently asked questions about our tutoring services for students in Whitby.
Your child's personalized tutoring in Whitby begins with a phone consultation that allows us to learn about child's academic needs, goals and interests.
Based on the information provided to us, we match your unique request with a qualified tutor who has the subject matter knowledge and the right personality to work with your child.
Throughout the tutoring assignment we are available for consultation and support.
At Teachers on Call, we have a relationship based approach to tutoring. The same subject tutor will work with your child on a consistent basis.
Our philosophy is always one-on-one support designed to maximize the learning experience for students in Whitby.
If your family has siblings who are close in age and / or with similar subject needs, there is an option to share the same tutor back-to-back on an individual basis.
The minimum tutoring session is always 1 hour for in-person tutoring and 30 minutes for online tutoring.
After the minimum length is reached, additional tutoring is available in 15 minute increments.
While we believe in consistent tutoring for the best academic results, we do not offer packages.
We find this benefits families most as you only pay for the tutoring your child actually needs.
From May 13–15, 2025, the Forest of Reading Festival lit up Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre with thousands of students, educators, and families celebrating Canadian books. Hosted by the Ontario Library Association, the event featured author meet-and-greets, free books, and student-voted awards. In this blog, Teachers on Call shares festival highlights, interviews, and the full list of 2025 winners.
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We are here to help your student excel. Contact Teachers on Call today to get started with our award-winning tutoring services.
