Misha has been teaching at Venta since 2002. He was born and raised in Carp; attended Bell High School and then went on to the University of Ottawa to receive a Bachelor of Science (Human Kinetics) degree. He later earned his teaching degree from the same school.

Misha is the multi-subject Junior 4 teacher, and the Physical Education teacher to the Junior 3 students. He organized the Active Schools program for Venta and in his "free time" he runs the lunch time basketball and soccer tournaments. Misha also led the Senior trips to Europe over March Break in 2006 and 2007.

Misha is an engaging presenter of the subject material and he has a wonderful sense of humour. He has the ability to involve his students in the curriculum in a hands on manner. He is very innovative but at the same time he offers a highly structured and demanding academic programme.

Misha is an avid athlete who spends the majority of hisfree time playing and coaching soccer.