Meet the High Altitude Tutoring Team
At High Altitude Tutoring, we believe the right tutor can make all the difference. Our team is patient, encouraging, and experienced in supporting students who learn differently.
Each of our tutors brings their own strengths, but all share one mission: to help students feel confident, capable, and excited about learning.
Jayme Grieco-Hogg
From teaching at Queen’s University & classrooms in Guatemala to the slopes of Whistler Blackcomb, Jayme’s interactions with students, teachers, & educational systems around the world have shaped her teaching style today.
Jayme is a Queen’s University Chancellor Scholar who studied psychology & cultural-religious studies.
She started Tutoring With Jayme in 2018, an online tutoring business specializing in university admissions consulting & academic coaching.
Jayme taught while backpacking South East Asia & Central America, earning her Teaching English as a Foreign Language certificate in Guatemala in 2019.
Freelancing as an editor for North American digital marketing firms, Jayme has experience coaching professional writers & optimizing work processes.
Jayme started High Altitude Tutoring in 2023 to support students in the Sea-to-Sky by creating a positive & supportive learning environment.
Sophie
Say bonjour to Sophie, our science whiz & language lover.
Known for her kindness, patience, and compassion, Sophie connects especially well with neurodivergent students and anyone who could use a boost in confidence. She loves helping students reach new heights in French, science, and math.
After earning her diploma in nursing in 2017, Sophie discovered a passion for teaching while mentoring new nurses and tutoring college students. She eventually traded the fast pace of Montréal’s healthcare world for the quiet beauty of Pemberton’s mountains.
A lover of books, writing, and exploring the outdoors, Sophie brings curiosity and warmth into everything she does.
Ishan
From math & physics to flying lessons, Ishan turns learning into an adventure!
With Master’s degrees from Harvard Business School and Tufts University, and a distinguished career as a Technical Officer in the Indian Navy, Ishan is no stranger to complex problem-solving.
As a flight instructor with over a thousand hours flying ultralight aircraft, Ishan takes learning to new heights. He’s starting a flight school right here in Pemberton and spends his spare time paragliding among the peaks.
When he’s not in the sky, Ishan loves helping students discover the “aha!” moments in Physics and Math. His patient, thoughtful approach helps even the most hesitant learners feel confident tackling challenging concepts.
Océane
Océane helps her students dive into the fun of French Immersion and say “Oui!”
Océane is a full-time Grade 6/7 teacher originally from Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, now happily teaching on the West Coast. She’s patient, encouraging, and loves helping students feel confident.
She brings experience in French Immersion, FSL, and francophone classrooms, and her background includes studies in Second Language Teaching at the University of Ottawa, plus a Bachelor of Education with French specialization from UBC.
Océane is passionate about showing students how a second language can open up whole new worlds—cultures, connections, and opportunities. Her sessions are engaging, supportive, and tailored to each student, with a focus on helping them feel capable and excited about learning French.
Erica
Erica brings over 16 years of experience supporting students with diverse learning needs.
As an Education Assistant with SD48, Erica works with students with autism, ADHD, pathological demand avoidance, speech & language delays, and more. She focuses on developing self-regulation skills, supporting communication, and creating environments where students feel safe and capable.
With specialized training in Applied Behaviour Analysis and Functional Behaviour Assessment, Erica draws on her behaviour intervention skills to foster positive learning, emotional well-being, and developmental growth. She is passionate about helping each child reach their full potential.
Outside of work, Erica is a dedicated mom who loves running, golfing, and fishing with her son.
Alayna
Alayna turns homework into a confidence-boosting adventure.
Born and raised in B.C., Alayna completed her Master’s in Counselling Psychotherapy in the UK. From coaching at her university’s writing centre to working as a Child & Youth Care Worker, she brings a decade of experience supporting children and youth.
Alayna knows that academics and self-belief go hand in hand. With her counselling background, she has a gift for helping students manage stress, overcome self-doubt, and find their voice in the learning process.
Whether it’s brainstorming ideas, breaking big projects into bite-sized steps, or polishing a thesis, Alayna makes the writing process less intimidating and more fun. And if you’re more into numbers than words? She loves math and science too.
Teya
Teya is passionate about creating accessible, safe & fun learning environments for all her students.
Originally from the rural North of Scotland, Teya feels at home in the Whistler mountains. She has been tutoring for many years in subjects such as English, History, Music, & Guitar.
In Scotland, Teya worked for a Traditional Music & Gaelic Arts non-profit and led a wide range of community music projects, from running after-school clubs to managing a team of 20+ musicians. In 2023, BBC Radio 3 named her one of ten “inspirational women using music to change lives” for her work on the Fèis Rois Lullaby Project.
Teya has a degree in English Literature and a Master’s in Creative Writing from the University of Edinburgh. With training in trauma-informed approaches and mental health first aid, Teya leads her sessions with empathy.
Maddy
Maddy makes early reading & writing fun through child-led play.
You might already know Maddy from her amazing work leading Children’s Programming at the Pemberton & District Community Centre!
With a commitment to building student confidence through fun and adaptive learning, Maddy creates personalized lessons that fit each student’s unique learning style and daily needs.
Maddy’s background is packed with experience in community programs and sports coaching, a certification in the Responsible Adult Course, and valuable hands-on experience supporting neurodivergent students. Maddy makes sure that every learner feels safe, supported, and included.
Liev
Liev brings energy, creativity & heart to every lesson.
Born and raised in BC, Liev is proud to call Pemberton home. She brings a fun, flexible, and student-focused approach to every session — turning learning into an adventure! Known for her patience, clear communication, and ability to adapt lessons to each student’s needs, Liev helps learners build confidence.
TESOL-certified since 2018 and currently completing her Bachelor’s in TESOL Origins and Methods, Liev has over six years of experience working with students of all ages and backgrounds — including neurodivergent learners and young students online.
When she’s not teaching, you’ll find Liev out exploring — hiking local trails, snowboarding, playing team sports, or enjoying time with her family.
Mollie
Mollie’s creative spirit brings an artistic touch to her lessons.
Born in Québec and raised in Whistler, Mollie quickly discovered that doors open when you can express yourself in more than one language.
Her experience working as a Language Specialist at La Passerelle sparked her passion for education.
Combining her background in digital marketing and creative design with her passion for lifelong learning, Mollie knows how to make sessions fun.
When she’s not teaching or creating, you’ll find Mollie soaking up Whistler’s natural beauty, on the lookout for her next source of inspiration.