Private tutoring in Greater Vancouver & online
K–12 tutoring that builds confidence, independence, and lifetime results.
I have taught neurotypical and divergent students in public, private, and homeschool settings, both locally and internationally, for 15+ years. I offer online and in-person lessons from my home in South Burnaby.
Questions about the waitlist? WhatsApp me: +1 (778) 871-8889
Personal · Patient
Lessons shaped around your child.
Experience
- 15+ years teaching
- Zoom & in-person at tutor's home
- B.C. & Hong Kong certified teacher
Multilingual
- EnglishFluent
- Cantonese粵語 · Fluent
- Mandarin普通話 · Conversational
Lessons are in English. Parent communication and teaching can be supplemented in Cantonese & Mandarin.
如希望以廣東話或普通話溝通，歡迎直接致電或發送訊息給 Karen 老師。
Areas served
In-person lessons at my home in South Burnaby, next to Taylor Park Elementary.
Online lessons over Zoom, wherever you are.
Subject & Curricula Knowledge
- British Columbia
- Alberta
- Ontario
- Australian
- British
- U.S.
Over Zoom, Ms. Karen has taught students across Vancouver, Alberta, Ontario, Hong Kong, San Francisco, Idaho, and Melbourne, Australia. She has experience with IEPs, working closely with specialists to support student success. As well, she has successfully assisted international and homeschool students through school and university admissions and transfers between grades, curricula, or regions. Please enquire further for more details.
Limits & referrals
Ms. Karen covers Math up to Grade 11, except Grade 12 Math, and sciences up to Grade 11, except Grades 11 & 12 Physics and Chemistry. For those, she can refer you to a trusted local tutor. See the Grade 11 & 12 FAQ.
Lessons & Pricing
I'm currently full for all lessons and packs. Spots are expected to open in January 2027. Join the waitlist and I'll reach out as soon as a spot opens.
Join the WaitlistGetting started
A first 30-minute phone or video call lets us get to know one another before booking lessons.
If an Assessment Intake is required, that will be charged at the regular rate.
The most common combination is a 30-minute consult + booking a first lesson, with or without an assessment, prior to scheduling regular lessons.
One-to-one Online Lessons
Live lessons over Zoom, wherever you are.
- Grades 1–5
- $65/ hour
- Grades 6–7
- $75/ hour
- Grades 8–10
- $85/ hour
- Grades 11–12
- $95/ hour
- University Writing
- $105/ hour
Duration
Based on your needs & schedule match. Recommended:
- Grades 2–4: 60 mins once a week
- Grades 5–7: 75–120 mins once or twice a week
- Grades 8–12: 90–180 mins once or twice a week
These are examples. It depends on whether your child is in term-based classes, needs more micro-breaks in between task or topic switching, their load of schoolwork, and how much support is asked for. I will make my recommendations but the final decision is always yours.
All Services Include
- Regular updates via text (photo evidence as permitted by client)
- Lesson planning and prep
- Progress tracking & account management
- Additional practice (optional)
- Forever access to learning records
- Zoom & several academic subscriptions
- Monthly invoices & annual zip file for potential tax claims
- Executive functioning and skills training
- Online training and support for all lesson-related platforms (may be necessary for tutoring to be effective in the beginning)
Should any further extensive research or creation of work be required, it may incur additional fees (rate to be agreed upon with client).
Some specific learning materials (ex. books or individual academic subscription fees) will be covered by the parent/guardian to ensure account ownership & long-term access.
Payments & Discounts
- Monthly advance payments are made to hold time slots in order to respect all student/family schedules
- 5% discount for bookings of 2.5 hours or more per week per family
- Rate is adjusted based on grade and need level of each student/family
Power-up Packs!
Subject to availability & recommended based on goals & timeline.
Supplementary home learning can be offered upon request.
Bookings and payments must be made in advance to ensure preferred time slots.
Cancellations require 24-hour notice. First-time cancellations may allow a partial roll-over or refund, subject to the tutor's discretion.
Grade 4–7 Math Foundations
Build critical skills and problem-solving early! Avoid the sudden steep climb through upper elementary into early high school.
60min 1:1 Individual Packs
- 4 Pack: 4 × 60min, $280 (regular $300)
- 6 Pack: 6 × 60min, $415 (regular $450)
75min 1:1 Individual Packs
- 4 Pack: 4 × 75min, $420 (regular $445)
- 6 Pack: 6 × 75min, $520 (regular $560)
75min 2:1 Bring-A-Friend Packs
- 4 Pack: 4 × 75min, $230 (regular $240 pp)
- 6 Pack: 6 × 75min, $335 (regular $360 pp)
Early High School Math Power Up
Build on commonly missed Grades 7–8 foundations and complex problem solving, necessary for Grade 9–10 success to ensure a strong entry for Math 11–12.
- Suggested: proportional reasoning (decimal, fraction, percent, ratio & rate conversions) / early algebra (variables, writing expressions, negatives and inverses, rules of power) / early trigonometry (formulas & geometric reasoning).
75min 1:1 Individual Lesson Packs
- 6 Pack: 6 × 75min, $585 (regular $600)
- 8 Pack: 8 × 75min, $775 (regular $800)
90min 2:1 Bring-A-Friend Packs
- 6 Pack: 6 × 90min, $440 (regular $450 pp)
- 8 Pack: 8 × 90min, $580 (regular $600 pp)
University Planning & Applications
Comprehensive, end-to-end mentorship helping Grade 10–12 high school students manage research and decision-making, university applications and interviews, and secure acceptance into a choice program.
- Strategic Roadmap Planning: Aligning high school credits with post-secondary requirements
- Timeline & Deadline Management: Creating structured, realistic schedules to manage application milestones
- Essay Writing: Dedicated support through brainstorming, drafting, and polishing impactful personal statements
- Interview Prep & Coaching: Tailored practice sessions for in-person, virtual live, or recorded video interviews
- Proven Track Record: Students have been accepted at UBC, UofT, McGill, Western, Queen's, York, University of the Arts London, and Glasgow University.
60min Individual Support Sessions
- 4 Pack: 4 × 60min, $365 (regular $380)
- 6 Pack: 6 × 60min, $550 (regular $570)
What parents say.
Stories from families I've worked with long-term. Parent references are available on request, and more reviews are on Google.
“I met Ms. Karen at my eldest son's private school in 2014 and later reached out privately and eventually hired her as my two younger children's homeschool teacher. Over the last 8 years, she has supported us from school to homeschooling and during our relocation from Hong Kong to Melbourne. She has aligned my kids learning needs to the changing benchmarks and we collaborate regularly. My kids graded 2 academic years ahead when we were ready to go back into school and she has written recommendation letters and compiled all their learning evidence for school entry. Her ability to plan and teach both in-person and online have allowed my children to live a fun and flexible lifestyle while staying curious and passionate about learning. I would absolutely recommend her to other students and parents!”
“Ms. Karen has taught my son since Grade 3 and will continue to be his University writing teacher! She's not only tutored him all these years but helped us with university planning and applications and he's now going to Glasgow University! She's helped us beyond a subject tutor and I could not have imagined our journey without her. She's caring, passionate, and a natural as she adapted from when my son was 8 until now being a teenager at 18! She even sent my son a graduation gift and I am so grateful. I never had to worry because everything was covered and she'd send me screenshots of their lessons. From my son's mindset, understanding and how to plan his time and energy, covering many of his core and elective subjects as the years went on. He's matured a lot under her mentorship and teaching and I am so glad we found her online many years ago now.”
Hello, I'm Ms. Karen :)
Working closely with students and families to achieve long-lasting growth is what drives me and brings me joy! I believe all learners to be innately intelligent, and that it is my duty and passion to elicit true learning and talent. I meet students where they are by providing the proper tools, skills, and mindset with care, humour, and compassion. That's how I facilitate and mentor a student towards a confident future with independence.
Every learner deserves a clear and supportive environment to excel.
I look forward to supporting you and your child to meet your goals!
About Ms. Karen
With 15+ years of experience across diverse educational settings, Ms. Karen is a B.C. and Hong Kong certified teacher. Multi-faceted and trilingual, she offers K–12 subject tutoring, IEP support and advocacy, post-secondary roadmaps and applications, and homeschool pathways. She has also taught English as a Second Language, and one of her specialities is building Math confidence between Grades 3–10, turning steep climbs into a leisurely walk.
Following her passions led her to teach, train, and program-manage in both public and private institutions: from working in inclusive classrooms to teaching in international schools, and even leading a Math program launch at a new tutoring centre. She has also taught English to both young and adult learners and has volunteered across many youth, community, and welfare programs. Her students come from all walks of life. She finds joy when a student lights up, especially when guiding them through moments that require a bit of grit, a new perspective, and practice. Instilling a growth mindset, along with safety and humour, is where she thrives.
Born in Hong Kong and raised in Vancouver from the age of four, Ms. Karen holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of British Columbia and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from the University of Sunderland. She is also TESOL-certified and speaks English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
She works on call with the school board besides tutoring and provides care for her elderly parents. Outside of teaching, she enjoys walking in nature, spending time with loved ones, watching the sunset, and cooking. She has visited over 30 countries and is a proud mom to a 21-year-old meow!
Policies and common questions.
The practical details families usually want to know before booking.
I'm currently full.
Thank you for your interest! All of my lesson spots are currently filled. Spots are expected to open in January 2027. Join the waitlist and I'll reach out as soon as a spot opens.
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