Hi everyone! My name is Stephen Sawchyn and in June, 2017 I joined the team at the Academic Success Centre as an EAL Specialist. I work with students, instructors and programs to provide the language supports needed for students to be successful in their college courses and in their field after graduation.
Send me an email or stop by the ASC to learn more about the supports we offer and how we can help.
Hello! My name is Emilie Jackson and I am an Academic Support Specialist in the Writing & English Language Support Centre of the ASC. My work includes English language tutoring, writing tutoring, and academic coaching.
After completing a BA Honours degree and ESLTCP at the University of Winnipeg, I began working as a Language Instructor at Red River College Polytechnic’s Language Training Centre, where I enjoyed teaching students academic language and college readiness skills. I joined the ASC team in January 2021.
I am looking forward to working with you to support your writing, language, and academic skills development!
Greetings! I'm passionate about helping students excel in their programs through tailored writing and academic skills tutoring, workshops, and coaching. With a PhD from the University of Manitoba, a MA and BA from University of Pretoria, and an AA from Houston Community College, I bring a wealth of international student academic experience to my role. Previously, I served as an Academic Learning Instructor at the University of Manitoba and supported students and faculty across diverse programs. I'm excited to support you on your path to success!
Hi! My name is Sharon Erazo and I am an EAL Tutor with the Writing and English Language Centre in the Academic Success Centre. I have experience teaching ESL in both South America and Canada and have my Masters in English Language Teaching. In addition to teaching, I have worked as a Career Coach with new immigrants here in Winnipeg.
I love meeting people from different cultures and backgrounds and am passionate about helping students improve their communication skills.
Hi, My name is Damoye, I hold a Master's in Education from Teesside University in the United Kingdom, a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics, and have over 15 years of teaching experience. I am a certified English language teacher. My career has taken me across France, the United Kingdom and Africa, where I have had the privilege of teaching students from diverse cultural backgrounds. This international experience has greatly enriched my teaching approach and equipped me with the ability to adapt my methods to meet the diverse needs of my students, creating an environment where language learning is both accessible and engaging. As an instructor and tutor, my focus goes beyond learning, I prioritize building my students' confidence and self-expression. I believe that education is more than just the transfer of knowledge- it is about creating a space for growth and empowerment. Whether in the UK, France or Africa, I strive to foster a relaxed, supportive atmosphere where students feel comfortable taking risks and learning from their mistakes. In addition to my tutoring work, my love for travel has significantly influenced my teaching philosophy. Exploring new cultures and perspectives keeps me inspired and enable me bring fresh ideas into my lessons, further enriching the learning experience. For me, the essence of education lies in fostering curiosity, self-improvement and a sense of global connection- values that I carry with me into every lesson.
