About the Instructor

As an extensively trained and certified professional instructor, I serve as a mentor who guides your children through their work while also providing direction, support and encouragement. I create an at-home study plan in addition to monitoring classroom assignments, and I emphasize the importance of accurately completing each assignment within a designated time frame. This has helped many of my students increase self-confidence, thus becoming more self-reliant. Like all Kumon Instructors, I have a true passion for education and an earnest desire to help children succeed.

Joanne, a dedicated educator with a Bachelor's Degree in Science from Simon Fraser University, brings a wealth of experience to her role at Kumon. Growing up in a family of educators, she has a deep-rooted passion for inclusive education and believes that all students have the potential to succeed.

Joanne's teaching career began at Tzu Chi Academy, where she taught grade 10 and 12 Chemistry. She has also spent the past five years working in the science lab at Meadowridge School (pre-K to grade 12 World IB private school), supporting students of all ages in their science laboratory courses.

As a Kumon parent herself, Joanne has firsthand experience with the program's positive impact on her daughters. She is committed to helping children develop a positive attitude and mindset, setting them on a path to success. Joanne is excited to share her Kumon knowledge and experience with families in Langley Willoughby.