Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Chapel Hill, NC

Hey there! My name is Candice and my focus is on Social Studies, specifically Government, Political Science, US History, and Criminal Justice. I am excited to help with any areas you may have trouble in and make it my priority to turn studying into something that can be enjoyable! I don't see any reason why enhancing your education can't be fun for you (and me!)

I tutor a wide variety of subjects, including math, reading, and writing. I feel that the best way to approach a new student is by figuring out what enthuses them and what they like to do, and try to relate that into the material I'm teaching.

...and I graduated from the University of Michigan in 2020 with a bachelor's degree in neuroscience. I hope to attend nursing school in the future. In addition to my fondness for biological sciences, I have always loved to sing. I have been in choirs and musical theater productions since middle school and helped lead an a cappella group in college. I firmly believe everyone has the capacity to learn, and there is no such thing...

...seeing remarkable progress and increased confidence among those I have worked with. My tutoring philosophy centers on collaboration, patience, and empowerment. I strive to create a supportive environment where students feel encouraged to express their ideas, ask questions, and strengthen their academic abilities. I adapt my approach to each students individual needs, helping them not only achieve success in their current coursework but also build skills that will serve them long after our sessions end....

...student at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina. I have been working with Varsity Tutors for 7 years, and my students have demonstrated improvement in test scores and class grades across subjects. I attended Reed College in Portland, Oregon, where I studied English, and wrote a thesis on female archetypes in Victorian literature. Additionally, I worked in the Reed College admissions office during my undergraduate studies, so I have a strong understanding of what colleges...

...student in Literature at Duke University. I have been tutoring (and directing tutoring programs) for years and am looking forward to working with you to meet your goals! I have spent nearly every year since college tutoring in some capacity, including as a volunteer through my current church. I enjoy the challenge of discerning the best way for each particular student to understand and absorb information, and am always thrilled to see when they regain...

...an English teacher, I graduated from Wake Forest University with a B.A. in English and an M.A.Ed. in English Education. I began teaching in Chapel Hill and has stayed in North Carolina ever since, where I have pursued and renewed National Board Certification. A mom to two daughters, a cat lover, and a fierce advocate for public education, I have taught every high school grade level multiple times over and loves teaching them all!

...Virginia Commonwealth University. I am working towards a BFA in Dance and Choreography with minors in Political Science and Psychology. I have served as a TA for a freshman honors writing course at VCU since Fall 2018. I have also assisted and taught children's dance classes. I enjoy babysitting and helping my younger sister with her homework. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math, Science, and Psychology. I...

...Appalachian State University, where I earned a Bachelor of Science in English Secondary Education with Summa cum Laude honors. I have tutored students in rural Colorado as part of the Americorps federal volunteer program, taught English in rural North Carolina, and earned an ESL certificate from Oregon State University while teaching English and ESL in Salem, Oregon. My passion is for tutoring and teaching English, especially writing. I also have a strong track record preparing...

...well as who they are as a student. It is important that our relationship is based upon trust and a willingness to work together for common goals. I am always working towards the goal of helping my students become independent learners. I do not want my clients to use me as a crutch. I want them to see me as someone who will help them to walk on their own again. My ability to work...

...and special education teacher. I attended Meredith College, where I earned a degree in History with minors in Political Science and Public History. I also received my Master's in Special Education from Western Carolina University. I am a passionate teacher who believes every student can learn. I believe each student has his or her own unique learning style, and having a teacher who understands this fact will greatly improve a student's success. My experience as...

...to make an exceptional difference in my students' lives. My 15 years of teaching experience with a diverse population of all ages and levels in English and Spanish enables me to make success attainable for each student. My tutoring sessions are tailored to fit each individual's needs and goals. I enjoy planning and implementing content-based, result-oriented, engaging instruction by blending creative arts and disciplines that inspire each student to learn, grow and achieve.... Learning naturally occurs...

...the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill (UNC) in Honors' Carolina--double majoring in Communications/New Media and Mathematics with a minor in Computer Science. I love making connections with other students and building a safe environment to foster growth and encouragement. While I have a pretty diverse palette of experiences, I focus a lot of my time on Mathematics. I took IB Math HL and AP Calculus BC in High School and excelled in both--and am now in...

...the University of California, Berkeley and Duke University. I received my Bachelor's degree in History and my Master's degree in Religious Studies. Since graduation I have tutored students in American History and Biblical Hebrew, which were exceedingly rewarding experiences. I am especially passionate in helping students learn to think critically, and enjoy the process of learning. While I tutor a variety of subjects, I am most enthusiastic about tutoring in History and Writing because these...

...Reading/Writing courses. I enjoy teaching ESL and English the most because of the opportunities to help students increase their vocabulary and express themselves creatively through writing. My first goal when teaching is to raise a student's confidence in their communicative abilities and expand upon their background knowledge, so that they are able to increasingly take on more difficult assignments. I strongly believe that confidence is the key to succeeding in any subject. In combining high...

...student at Manhattan University, focusing on writing and essay editing. My goal is to empower students to become confident writers and critical editors of their own work, ensuring they feel prepared and self-assured when facing assignments and tests. I believe in fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment where students can express themselves and develop their unique voices. Together, we will work towards enhancing your writing skills, whether it's for class assignments or applications, making...

I believe that education is the foundation for building a successful future. I have been interested in being a teacher since early middle school. I am currently in the process of receiving my degree and certification from North Carolina State University. I have taken a large portion of my classes through the Distance Education program so I am well-versed in virtual learning.

...Chapel Hill with a major in religious studies, but I have been tutoring since 2002, concentrating on math, the SAT, and writing. I believe each student is capable of wonderful things, both academically and otherwise, and that education is much broader than simply attending school. Some of the qualities I aim for as a tutor are patience, encouragement, and helping students examine difficulties with respect for their own abilities, which they usually underestimate. In addition...

...lab sections. I also worked as a Peer Led Team Learning Instructor and a peer tutor throughout college so I am comfortable working 1:1 and in groups, making sure my students stay engaged and maximize our time together. I take an integrative approach to tutoring, ensuring that we review topics holistically and work on how to attack the problems you might see on quizzes and exams. I find this approach keeps students from being overwhelmed...

...This opportunity, as well as the upper-level Spanish culture and literature courses I have taken at Brown, have honed my fluency in the language, and I would love to help you develop strong Spanish reading, writing, and conversational abilities. I also have taken a multitude of standardized tests, including AP, SAT, and SAT Subject Tests, and offer test preparation in these areas. Generally, my tutoring style focuses on developing effective thought processes over memorization, so...