Award-Winning HSPT Tutors in Chapel Hill, NC

Helping students grow is a passion of mine; it is, in fact, my life's work. Since I graduated from the University of North Carolina in 2001 and NC Central University in 2005, I have worked to help students develop their potential in my roles as as an Exceptional Children's Teacher, Middle School ELA teacher, High School English and Social Studies teacher, and College Developmental Reading/Writing and English/History/Humanities instructor.

...help others. I have just completed writing an instruction manual, "60 Minutes to Straight A's in Math," for middle and high school students to succeed at learning and excelling at math. While the majority of my work experience is education I have successfully designed, developed and implemented processes to educate blind and visually impaired students. With my knowledge of engineering, math and special education I hope to assist individuals to learn math, science and reading....

...researching, and higher education. I seek to employ this passion by contributing my academic, organizational, and creative gifts for the betterment of my students, colleagues, and communities. I bring a diverse range of skills from my many experiences in teaching, researching, volunteering, tutoring, administrating, mentoring, and studying. Additionally, I am particularly adept in the use of various technology and am very comfortable working in environments that require such proficiency. I am also an avid drummer...

...have a BA in History, a teaching credential for Social Science, and a MA in Education with a focus on curriculum and instruction; my thesis focused on the impact of humor on learning and the learning environment. Over the last decade I have taught within the humanities(grades 6-12). I have a passion for cultivating important skills like, writing, presentation, debate, organization, time management, and study skills. Additionally, I have taught international, ESL, and students with...

...and a Bachelor's of Science in Statistics in May 2017. I received a Masters in Mathematics Education from UGA in 2020. I am currently working on a PhD in Mathematics and Statistics Education at North Carolina State University. At NCSU, I am teaching a course on Calculus for Elementary Education majors. Since completing my undergraduate degrees, I have been continuing working as a private tutor in Athens and Johns Creek. I am well versed in...

...good seeds into the lives of others. Further, I have discovered that I not only love to teach but that I am quite good at it. While I am doing quite a bit of private tutoring on my own, I am now looking for ways to expand my reach. Accordingly, your organization may be a good fit with my skills and abilities. Note that I do not intend to quit my private tutoring practice. So,...

...had the opportunity to tutor at a local middle school. I have tutored a variety of subjects, but my favorite subject to tutor is math because of how much I enjoy it. I think that a tutor's enjoyment for a subject can directly impact how the student feels about it. If I can help a student become less frustrated with a subjects concepts, learn how to stay organized and keep up with their work, I...

...his seminar. And, my students and I regularly published a poetry anthology at the end of the school year. Each student was asked to contribute their best rendering and I was able to get a sponsor who graciously printed bound copies for each of my students. I believe I can successfully tutor students who have difficulties in reading comprehension, English grammar, and writing. At times, since I have retired, I frequently tutor students who are...

...from grades 6-12 and undergraduate to graduate students. Other information about me: Where did you get your education? I have a B.A. in English from UNC-Pembroke, an M.A. in English/Technical Communication from East Carolina University, an M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration from NC State Univ. and a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership from Clemson University. What is your tutoring experience (or experience working with students)? I have seventeen years of experience teaching English at the middle...

...education settings. My career in education has afforded me many opportunities to work with students at the preschool through undergraduate levels. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary and Special Education as well as graduate degrees in both Reading and Educational Leadership and Technology. More recently, I completed a Doctor of Education degree. While I tutor a wide range of academic subjects, I have a significant interest in facilitating comprehension of...