Award-Winning Languages Tutors serving Chapel Hill, NC

...Specialist, Instruction Consultant, Language Coach and founder of At the Wood LLC, an innovative company of Moral Values education. I am a born and raised Puerto Rican, who had the challenge of teaching kids from dangerous environments with little resources at hand. Becoming a teacher has always being a dream come true, as I started teaching at a young age, offering personal piano lessons to kids and adults as a High School student myself. Helping...

...passionately teach 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.

...at NC State University at the same time. While in medical residency, I was responsible for the teaching of those in classes below me, both in the clinic and on hospital patient rounds. I also have experience teaching, at the high school level, in a private school in Raleigh, North Carolina. I have always enjoyed these experiences. From another perspective, it has always been clear to me that some of the most important influences in...

...their personal and academic goals. Moreover, my teaching philosophy focuses on a collaborative learning approach. I implement a classroom and learning environment based on student input and open collaboration that contributes to the curriculum and grading criteria of the class. In the classes that I taught at the University of Florida, I used group activities where the students not only discussed classroom topics such as homework and basic grammar concepts in French, but I also...

...to sit idle. Instead, I prefer to plant 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...

...at ASU Dept. of English for 6 years and have a lot of experience teaching writing. About what I like to do when I'm not teaching, I like to read and encourage my students to read often. I tell them that a person who reads often, speaks, writes, and understands his language better. If they're learning ESL/EFL, reading much also helps them to acquire vocabulary and understand grammar without difficulties. I also enjoy writing and...

...journey, allowing me to connect deeply with students facing challenges. With a Bachelor's degree in Japanese and Graphic Design from Western Carolina University, I have over 2 years of experience specializing in Introduction to Japanese, as well as ELA, writing, elementary school math, science, and SAT/ACT prep. My student-centered approach incorporates imagery and interactive methods, fostering a supportive learning environment. I create personalized worksheets and stories tailored to individual needs, especially for those who struggle...

...professional capacity, five years of teaching at the college level, and several years of volunteering experience. Through these experiences, I have encountered various types of learning disabilities and language acquisition issues, and I have taken workshops on how to navigate these particular situations. Building student confidence in their ability to learn is an integral part of the tutoring process because student confidence is vital to teaching students healthy study skills and habits that they can...

All I can say for myself is that I've always had a love of learning, and a love for sharing what I've learned with others. I fundamentally believe that anyone can come to understand any topic or idea so long as it is explained in a way that makes sense to them and is accessible for them. This perspective on learning is what guides me as a tutor.

...daily, I am well versed in its nuances and cultural context. My Approach- I bring the same structured, analytical mindset I used in science to my teaching-breaking skills into clear, manageable steps. I also make lessons engaging by connecting them to students' interests and guide them toward independence by teaching strategies they can apply on their own. Student Success- Many of my students have improved their scores by 1020%, but more importantly, they've become confident,...

...and cultural understanding. As an experienced writer and editor, I also enjoy guiding students through the process of crafting clear, thoughtful essays, whether for class assignments or college applications. In my tutoring, I emphasize personalized learning, making sure each student feels supported while developing the tools they need to succeed independently. I strive to create an encouraging environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, thinking critically, and exploring new ideas. Outside of academics, I enjoy...

...the College Board through Pearson for 3 years. Additionally, I have been teaching the IELTS, TOEFL, and Cambridge qualification exams for 6 years. Outside of teaching, I have worked in HR, IT, Surgical Assisting, and Instructional Design throughout my career. Helping students and professionals reach their goals is the ultimate benefit. Very few careers provide this type of satisfaction. My style of teaching relies on flexibility and is tailored to each student for that day....

...you a Kdrama addict? Use your passion for Korean culture in your studies and I'll guide you along your exciting journey of learning more about Korea. I am a native Korean and learned two other languages while living in different countries for more than 10 years. Learning a language is a really special process where you get to understand and connect with diverse cultures and people. I really enjoy it. I have a certified Korean...

...from St. Petersburg State University where I studied Russian Language and Literature. In 2000 I got PhD in Russian Philology. I enjoy teaching my native language. My experience in this field is about 10 years in total (all levels, in person, in a classroom, and online). I also teach Russian Culture and Literature, but I especially like teaching Russian Language because it is difficult. Tt is a challenge to help the students to learn it...

...2017), where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History and Religious Studies with a minor in Economics. I am also a graduate of Yale University (class of 2019), where I received my Master of Arts in Religious Studies with a focus on ancient history. Since graduation, I have worked in the computer software space and as a tutor for over 6 years (both in person and virtually). I have tutoring experience with all grade...

...Interdisciplinary Data Science Program at Duke University. Previously, I worked at Student Support Services in Puerto Rico as a Data Analyst, and, prior to that position, I worked as a Math and English tutor. Throughout my life, I have tutored college kids from less privileged backgrounds, who carry different types of academic and personal struggles, and I empathized a lot with them. I know the feeling of walking in to a classroom and understanding nothing,...

...Business Administration degree, an MBA in Marketing and a Certificate in College Teaching. I have always enjoyed teaching Spanish, when I was an exchange student in Germany I worked teaching Spanish and now that I am in the United States, my goal is to continue teaching Spanish. My philosophy is that languages open up great opportunities, it is what I always tell my children and my students. I am sure that in our conversation classes...

I'm graduating next year with my master's degree in addiction counseling. I have obtained my Bachelor's degree in Psychology and have experience tutoring English (ESL) in an Asian country (Japan) where Japanese children want to learn English. I enjoyed teaching or tutoring children who want to learn and I like to help them in order to succeed. I believed that education is very important for everyone to be successful.

...Foreign Language. I have a strong command of teaching these languages, and some of my former students are now teachers themselves. My teaching philosophy centers on having students learn by discovering knowledge and applying it to simulated real-life situations, where practice leads to mastery. My students first observe and utilize the knowledge they acquire, and then they reflect on what they have learned. This approach makes learning meaningful and enduring. Outside of teaching, I enjoy...

...of Arts and Sciences. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Human Health with a minor in Dance and Movement Studies. Additionally, I was on the pre-medical track and am pursuing a career in medicine. Currently, I am working as a Registered Behavior Technician, where I focus on building functional communication skills with children with autism. I am passionate about languages, education, healthy lifestyle building, and forming positive relationships. In my experiences teaching fellow and...