Award-Winning Russian Tutors serving Durham County, NC

...full well what's required to succeed in those subjects. I also know how to face the endless standardized tests and leave the battle in victory, not resignation. I've been speaking French since I was old enough to read and I have a Russian heritage that can help out with colloquialisms and grammar. Languages and linguistics...

I provide students with the highest quality learning experiences, assist them in building a foundation for lifelong learning, in mastering the language being taught, in realizing the power of interdisciplinary knowledge and open mindedness, in becoming "self-learners" and in developing strong analytical skills

...well-versed in the ins and outs of that world, and I can help any parent struggling to make any sense of it. (Trust me, I can talk for hours about that stuff!) The most important attributes that I have in regards to tutoring is enormous patience and a great deal of tenacity!... I believe in a student-centered approach. This is probably influenced by being a special education teacher for many years. I enjoy working one on...

...to construct new language structures within their communication systems, ensuring they feel comfortable and confident in their abilities. My teaching methodology, PPP - Present, Practice, Produce, ensures that learning is structured, practical, and effective. I believe that learning should be fun and engaging. My primary goal as a Portuguese teacher is to help my students...

...storyteller. I studied journalism for two years, wrote research papers on philosophers, learned how geography and the environment helped determine and develop ancient societies, and I saw how powerful the captured image can be in film and other mediums. During this time, I wrote for the student newspaper; The Daily Tarheel, I was the head-writer...

...comfortable using it. I teacher teach Russian in mixture with Russian culture (knowledge brings forth more comfortable atmosphere) and through a variety of colloquial speech exercises, like dialogues and role plays. The personal approach is also important, so I create a special individual approach to each student adjusting the way of presenting class material to...

I have 8 years of experience in education, with a variety of age groups ranging from elementary to higher education. I worked with the Colorado College Writing Center for four years and I am currently working in a high school teaching Career and College Counseling and writing courses.

...or social studies? Let me help you! Living overseas for 14 years and adapting to new cultures and languages has made me a very understanding instructor. I have experience with children, adolescents and adults and I specialize in making learning FUN! I am CELTA certified for ESL, have a degree in International Studies, and am...

...I have extensive experience in the following subjects: Spanish, Russian, Reading, Writing (and Composition), and Statistics. Having struggled with learning in a traditional classroom environment myself, I had to adapt and find methods of learning and study that made sense to me. As a tutor, I think it's critical to tailor my tutoring style to...

...to adults preparing for the GED. I love history, science, math, and writing, and have a passion for the environment and social justice. However, I am excited to help students reach their goals in any subject area. I strongly believe in a collaborative approach as a tutor, where the students' goals are front and center,...

...nonprofit sectors in community building. While in Coro, she worked on projects impacting different communities in the Pittsburgh area, including developing a comprehensive curriculum to bring the Dignity & Respect Sportsmanship program to local schools with Best of the Batch. Ruth lives with her husband, Howard, in Pittsburgh, and writes the blog GlobalJabouble.com about globalization,...

...the right tool for the student will be central to my approach. My background is interdisciplinary and broad. I am a practicing attorney in Washington, DC with prior careers in technology consulting and intelligence analysis. I have bachelor and master degrees from Carnegie Mellon University, a law degree from Washington & Lee University, and am...

...including biology, chemistry, and Spanish. In addition, I worked as both a peer advisor and teaching assistant, which gives me insight into the learning strategies and study skills that students need to succeed. As a tutor, I like to focus on doing actual problems with students because it is the most effective way to immediately...

...in biology. I've always been interested in a wide range of subjects in school and love to encourage students to be enthusiastic about learning too. I often find that anxiety or fear are the first barriers to overcome in learning challenges. After that, hard work and lots of practice can conquer any difficult topic!... Review concepts, identify strengths and potential areas for improvement, and develop a plan going forward.

...approached a variety of topics and concepts. I have explored and excelled in courses from economics, to Russian language and history, to the study of governments both domestic and foreign - largely because of an ability to see the common themes and historical threads which wove said topics together, and highlighting the ways in which...

...I will return to the University of Michigan to begin my MD/PhD training. My specialties include helping clients improve their Russian and Chinese, work on comprehensive strategies and material breakdown for the MCAT, as well as develop greater understanding of the sciences. As attentive mentorship is the cornerstone of academic progress, I endeavor to assist...

...of St. Paul's. While an undergraduate at Columbia University, I taught SAT prep courses. I will be going to law school in the fall, and until then I am continuing my passion for teaching with Varsity Tutors! My tutoring style has always been to fit the lesson to the student. Whether you're studying for chemistry...

...confidence and advancement in any subject. I understand that each individual student has a unique approach to learning, and I try to pinpoint the most effective study and comprehension strategies for each of my students, so that he or she feels that his or her time is being used effectively, and so he or she...

...and test taking strategy preparation. I also have experience tutoring Russian as a foreign language, and am most comfortable tutoring students in basic and intermediate reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. My philosophy on tutoring is crafting the pace and structure of each lesson to the student's individual needs and talents. It is important to...

...I have used my Bachelors in neuroscience in hospital and laboratory settings since graduation in 2012 and love following the latest research. My goals in tutoring are to help students break down overwhelming material into manageable pieces, to see the big picture value of their school subjects, and to find tangible success in their every...