Our Faculty
A professional faculty team.
Mr. Harris brings nearly 40 years of teaching experience. He is a seasoned secondary school principal and education administrator, as well as a specialist in educational research — author of the widely used Ginn – Journeys in K12 Reading and Math.
He has long focused on K12 instructional guidance and assessment while continually introducing new pedagogical ideas and teaching methods into the classroom. Under Mr. Harris's leadership, The Duncan Academy has repeatedly earned recognition from education authorities and has grown into a boutique private high school with a stable teaching system and clear management.
Faculty Team
All teachers at The Duncan Academy hold professional credentials, with most being Ontario Certified Teachers (OCT). They bring strong subject-area backgrounds and substantial classroom experience.
Beyond classroom instruction, teachers also follow each student's learning process and adjust accordingly. In day-to-day teaching, they respond to students' understanding, pace, and shifts in performance with timely feedback. The classroom atmosphere stays relaxed, but expectations remain steady — students are guided not just to complete the material, but to build sound learning habits along the way.
Many teachers hold degrees from leading universities and are familiar with the Canadian university application process. Beyond teaching, they also advise students on course selection and academic direction based on each student's goals.
AP / IB & Advanced Courses
In addition to the regular curriculum, the faculty team also teaches and supports AP / IB programs.
AP and IB ask more than subject knowledge — they demand reading, writing, analysis, and expression at a higher level. Teachers therefore train these skills alongside the curriculum rather than simply covering content. For students on the AP / IB pathway, instructors provide additional support based on individual progress, including focused review, assignment feedback, study-method adjustments, and stage-by-stage reinforcement.
In several subjects, teachers also bring competition and advanced-course mentoring experience, helping students build a more complete academic profile before applying to university.
Leading Faculty
Dedicated educators committed to helping every student succeed in their OSSD journey.
Bahman Karimi
Bahman Karimi received his B.Sc. In Physics (Specializing in Teaching Physics) in 1998. He was a public school math and physics teacher for more than 10 years in Iran. He attended radio astronomy summer school at Pune Unive…
Nikta Keshavarz
ESL Ontario Certified Teacher in Canada with TESL Ontario Certificate and 10 years experience in ESL teaching. Both Bachelor and Master's degrees are in Teaching English as a Second Language.
Robina Sharma
Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all” are powerful words uttered by the great Greek thinker Aristotle. Ms. Sharma wholly agrees with this notion and strives to bring this idea to her
Elham Bidramanesh
Holding a Master of Education from the University of Toronto, Ms. Bidramanesh brings more than a decade of experience teaching ESL and English subjects and courses to students across all grade levels. Her gentle, patient approach helps learners find their voice in English with confidence.
Adam Abdul
A University of Toronto Master's graduate in Business with extensive teaching experience, Mr. Abdul is known for the energy and humour he brings to every lesson. His enthusiasm makes his classroom a favourite, earning him a special place among students.
Kristy Suen, PhD
Dr. Suen earned her PhD from the University of Hong Kong and teaches Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. As an experienced AP instructor, she guides students through rigorous science curricula and prepares them for success at the university level.
Adam Sui
Holding a Master's degree in Mathematics from the University of Toronto, Mr. Sui teaches a full range of high school mathematics — including Calculus, Advanced Functions, and Data Management. An accomplished math competition coach, he has guided countless students to award-winning results in the University of Waterloo contests and has himself served as an official judge for the Waterloo mathematics competitions—pairing deep subject mastery with a proven record of competitive success.
Nancy Zhang
Ms. Zhang holds a Master's in Psychology and studied Education at the University of Toronto. As Head of Admissions, she draws on broad marketing expertise, sharp communication skills, and meticulous attention to detail to serve as a responsive and trusted academic advisor. Warmly welcomed by students and deeply respected by parents alike, she is regarded by many families as the guiding north star throughout their journey at the school.