About us

We are lifelong learners with a passion for Meaningful education

Large Tutoring is a small business, as we believe the best tutoring services should be. It gives us the time to get to know each of our students, and the flexibility to adapt with you as you move forward in your academic journey. Through personalized lesson plans, we teach you as you want to be taught.

Our Services

Our Story

Large Tutoring started in 2017 when our Founder and Chief-Executive-Officer, Clinton Large, graduated from Chemical & Biological Engineering at the University of British Columbia and was asked to tutor a friend’s son in IB Physics 11. That was the moment when Clinton discovered that he loved teaching – and that he was good at it! With that student’s success, more of Clinton’s friends asked him for help in various courses, from AP Calculus 12 to Science 10, eventually leading to a full tutoring corporation.

When the demand for this kind of tutoring service grew, Clinton took on other like-minded people who were enthusiastic about learning, excellent communicators, and who had the same teaching philosophy. Now, just over three years since his first student, Clinton works as a tutor full-time and has 9 other tutors with him. Large Tutoring helps over 80 students a week, ensuring every student knows “why” their solutions work and that they all achieve their academic goals.

Philosophy

We are the first to admit that the list of things to learn is never ending. And the more we learn about something, the more we seem to find that it’s actually a lot more complex than when we first thought.

At Large Tutoring, we help our students navigate these growing complexities, but more importantly, we ensure that they can always find their way back to the basics. As they learn to tackle new and more challenging problems, we ensure that they know exactly where the solutions are coming from. We don’t ask “what did we do?” but “why did we do it?” By understanding the “why”, we ensure that the next time around, and then the next, students will be able to apply their knowledge to solve the problem, independently.

Meet the Tutors

Clinton Large, Owner

Hi everyone! My name is Clinton and I am the founder of Large Tutoring with over 3 years of teaching experience. I specialize in Math and Science-based courses, all levels, and my teaching philosophy is to ensure you understand “why” you made each choice in solving a problem and not just memorizing it. That way in new but similar circumstances, you are able to excel. I have a Bachelor of Applied Science Degree from the University of British Columbia in Chemical & Biological Engineering, I’ve worked across Canada and in Europe in biomedical and healthcare settings, and I simply love teaching! When I’m not teaching, you can find me training for a triathlon, playing the trumpet, or singing to the latest Taylor Swift song.

Stella Baehring

Hello there! My name is Stella and I am an educator and graduate student studying Cell and Developmental Biology at UBC. I am originally from Germany where I completed my professional degree in Education at the Academy for Social Pedagogy. Soon after, I moved to beautiful BC and completed my B.A. in Psychology and now I am in the process to finish my MSc. Teaching is close to my heart and my philosophy to learning is "help me to help myself". I enjoy combining my scientific knowledge of learning and memory with the educational techniques I have acquired during my training to create an empowered and inclusive learning experience. I have over 8 years of experience working with children with learning disabilities and believe that everyone can succeed given the right tools and support. I offer tutoring services in STEM, psychology, English, and German. I would be more than excited to hear from you!

Lee Cadwallader

Hi! My name is Lee, and I tutor English. I recently finished my MA in English Literature. I have years of experience working as a Teaching Assistant with undergraduate students. I also work as a freelance writer and editor. I love to teach writing and literary analysis, and I bring my passion for English to every single lesson. My tutoring approach can adapt to whatever the client needs. Whether it be building up communication skills or breaking down a literary essay, we will find a strategy that works for you!

Deena El-Harazy

Hello! My name is Deena and I graduated from UBC with a BSc in Psychology and Biology. I have a passion for education with years of teaching students with various backgrounds and cognitive capabilities. My goal is to create a positive and engaging learning environment that allows for optimal understanding and application of concepts. This is accomplished by using a teaching approach that is uniquely tailored to each individual.

Karen Ng

Hi everyone! My name is Karen and I tutor Japanese. I have an Associate of Arts from Langara College, where I graduated with distinction. Having learned and taught Japanese for ten years (and counting), my passion for the Japanese language is second to none! While I may not be a native Japanese speaker, I possess the invaluable firsthand experience of also learning Japanese as a second language, so I know exactly what kinds of obstacles my students would face in the long but rewarding journey of developing Japanese proficiency. Through my guidance, my students would learn how to overcome these obstacles on their own, but I would always be there to support them with kindness, patience, and dedication. When I am not teaching, you can find me refining my Japanese language skills or learning other languages including French, Chinese, and Spanish.

Nima Tehrani

Hey everyone! My name’s Nima and I’m a recent B.Sc graduate in Molecular Biochemistry and Biochemistry from SFU with 5 years of tutoring experience. What was first simply helping out a family friend with her physics homework has become one of my life’s callings. I have a passion for teaching and I believe everyone has the capacity to succeed in their classes with the right mindset and a complementary teaching-learning style. The world of STEM is incredibly fascinating and I would love to make it more digestible for everyone. If you’re interested, please reach out to us!

Zihao Zhang

Hi! My name is Zihao (pronounced as “zee-HOW”). I tutor English and Mandarin as well as socials and humanities. I have an M.A in English from UBC and a B.A. in English literature from UCSD. I have tutored in the U.S., China, and Canada. I am passionate about teaching and now working towards a teacher’s program in BC. I am looking forward to meeting you and starting our journey together!

Kyle Ah Von

Hi, I'm Kyle! I am from Mauritius (it is where the Dodo bird comes from). I am a Mechanical Engineering student at UBC, who enjoys soccer, beatboxing and hiking. I have been speaking and studying French for 13 years. I understand how hard and complex learning a new language is. I will bring my knowledge and passion for the French language to every session, and adapt to different students, whether it is for improving speaking skills or grammar. Looking forward to meeting you!

Taylor Basso

My name is Taylor Basso, and I'm an artist and storyteller living in Vancouver, on the unceded land of the Coast Salish peoples. I have a Master's Degree in Creative Writing from the University of British Columbia, and extensive experience telling complex and thoughtful stories across the media of fiction, non-fiction, persuasive essay, stage play, podcast, video game, and more. I'm also well-versed in historical research and the Spanish language, and have taught anti-discrimination workshops at every level from elementary schools to adult service providers. My approach is flexible based on the learner's individual personality, but as a bedrock, I believe in creativity, playfulness, honesty, and empathy.

Gabriella Cimbaro

Hi there! My name is Gabriella, I am an undergraduate student at UBC Okanagan studying mathematics. I am a STEM tutor and looking forward to doing math, physics and chemistry with you! I have a deep love of teaching, and worked with elementary school all the way to 1st year University students. Through my volunteering I have had the honor to work with many students with learning disabilities, and/or autism and helping them to reach their learning goals. My goal is to help you find your very own unique learning journey, filled with academic growth, and a splash of fun! I am looking forward to meeting you!

Ryan Jiang

Hi, I'm Ryan and I'm currently self-studying towards a career in Computer Sciences. I previously completed two years of a BSc at UBC before taking time off to reinvigorate my passion for learning. I tutored while exploring different fields of study and have now gained over 6 years of tutoring experience. I strongly believe that education is merely the path to becoming an exceptional learner. Therefore, my goal as a tutor is to help students become independant learners that can confidently explore their interests.

Marko Panic

Hello everyone! My name is Marko Panic and I tutor biology, chemistry, physics and math. I recently graduated from UFV with a Bachelor's of Science, majoring in biology, and hope to become a physician in the near future. I have experience tutoring at both the high school and university level. My main teaching goal is to make sure that the students have a solid comprehension of the subjects covered and obtain the skills necessary to handle any situation that may arise.

Ami Truong

Hello, I’m Ami Truong and I am currently working as a researcher in BC Children’s Hospital, pursuing my PhD in Cell and Developmental Biology. I am also trained as an Engineer in Biotechnology and am no stranger to self-learning. Being proficient in Biology and Chemistry, as well as Mathematics, I have 4 years of tutoring experience under my belt. It is essential to me that my students enjoy the process and be proud of their achievements. I believe that my work as a tutor is to help my students build a strong foundation of skill sets, so that they can excel on their own in the future. I have learned so much from my students and have a strong belief that with the right approach, learning can spark joy in anyone. I am always keen to have a conversation if you are also interested inworking with me. I trust that my experience and diverse skill set will be of benefit to you, too!

Parham Aledavood

Hi! I’m Parham, a PhD student in English literature at University of Montreal. I have studied for a few years in a range of fields, from biomedical engineering to pharmacy, but my passion lies in languages and literatures. I have tutored French and English for some years now, and I believe that the secret to learning a new language is care and patience. I’m happy to adapt my teaching style to your needs and ultimately make you fall in love with the language you’re learning!

Hakha Behmanesh

Hi everyone! My name is Hakha and I tutor math, physics, and chemistry. I recently graduated with my Bachelor of Science, specializing in Chemistry, Biology, and Earth and Environmental Sciences from UBC Vancouver and I am now studying medicine in Europe. Intellectual curiosity and a commitment to learning is one of my core values that has been afforded to me through my life experiences; it is an integral part of who I am. I have always wanted to share that passion with others around me especially as I fell in love with sciences. These life experiences were the mechanisms by which I tried to do this. I want to engage my medical career in the same manner.

Jasdeep Dhahan

Hi I am Jas. BC born and raised. I am a PhD student in Applied Mathematics. I have years of TA experience. Numbers are my jam. My teaching style will be tailored to meet a client's needs. Happy to chat about math at any level. If I am not doing math you can usually find me at the gym.

Julia Lando

Hi my name is Julia, I am an undergraduate student at Simon Fraser University. I am currently finishing up my Biomedical Physiology & Kinesiology degree, Health Science minor and a focused studies in cardiovascular physiology research! I have a passion for all STEM courses and furthering my own Spanish studies. In my time outside of school, I am apart of numerous clinical research projects with teams at UBC, Women’s and more! I’ve enjoyed working with kids for over 10 years now. Throughout my years of volunteering, I’ve also worked with kids of varying learning abilities and levels. Being able to pass down my own knowledge to help others succeed is always a rewarding feeling! One of my favourite memories from back in high school was holding study sessions for my classmates before exams to give everyone a “crash course” on important concepts.

Hrishikesh Patel

Hello!! I'm Hrishi, a graduate student in Physics at UBC and a STEM tutor at Large Tutoring Inc! I completed my BSc in Honours Physics and Mathematics from UBC (2023) and have also taught numerous courses (as a teaching assistant) for the past 4 years at the university level. These days, I spend most of my time talking to people about physics/math, either with my peers in a research setting or with students during teaching/tutoring and I love the satisfaction I get in engaging in the process of learning. That said, I'm always learning ways to learn better and teach better and I really hope to make STEM less intimidating for students! Whenever I am not doing any of the above, you can find me hiking, running or reading (generally not all at the same time!)

Richard Wang

Hi everyone! My name is Richard and I am recently graduated student from the University of British Columbia majoring in Integrated Sciences. I am working as the executive assistant and am responsible for administrative and business development activities along with other tasks that relate to managing the company. Although I won’t be teaching any students, I am more than happy to answer any questions that you may have about the company and our services! In my freetime, I enjoy playing basketball and reading for fun!

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