Hello and Welcome to Study Smarter.

I believe that all students can learn better and achieve higher levels of success - their life trajectory depends on it.  

I am a secondary school English teacher, literacy lead, student success lead and guidance counsellor in Toronto, Canada.   I am a certified teacher in good standing with the Ontario College of Teachers - 438193.

Since 2000, I have taught Grades 9 – 12 English students in Toronto, including ten years as an International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme Higher Level Language and Literature teacher.   

Between 2004 - 2011, I took on the role of Program Leader in Literacy. I led the administration, and moderated marking, data analysis, and program planning for all Grades 9 – 12 literacy initiatives.  

Between 2011 - 2020, I was the Student Success Lead; I supported students at risk, co-led the School Improvement Team and facilitated professional development for educators. I am a secondary school guidance counsellor and mentor for undergraduate and graduate students in various institutions and organizations.

My greatest teachers are my young children, Henry and Catherine.. 

I'm happy to speak with you to learn more about how I can help you or your learning organization reach higher levels of success.  

Lisa Loughlin 

Honours Bachelor of Arts

University of Toronto, St. George campus

Economics Major and English Specialist

Post graduate Business certificate

Bachelor of Education

Ontario Institute for Studies in Education, University of Toronto

Additional Qualifications:   

• Reading
• Guidance and Career Education, Specialist
• Honour Specialist, English
• Special Education, Specialist
• Principal Qualification Program, Parts 1 and 2 

Master of Education

York University 

Career Coach Certificate Program

International Association of Professions Career College