Award-Winning Literature Tutors serving Duke University, NC

...PSAT/SAT/ACT, as well as helping students with their college essays. My students and their education are very important to me. I enjoy helping them achieve their objectives. I tailor my tutoring to their individual needs and learning styles. I am personable and warm; students like me and find me easy to work with. I have...

...and weightlifting. I also played ice hockey through college and performed as a classical pianist on campus and in Europe. When I'm not feeling so active, I can be found knitting, crocheting, reading, writing, and daydreaming about where I want to travel to next. I'm working on becoming a true Renaissance woman.... As a tutor, I don't spoon feed my students information they learned in class. I try to identify weak areas then ask questions to...

...Family and Consumer Sciences at the middle school level in Orange County Schools. I hold a Master of Arts in Teaching degree in Elementary Education from Meredith College and am certified in the areas of: Elementary Education K-6, ESL K-12, Middle Grades Mathematics 6-8, and Family and Consumer Sciences 6-12. I look forward to continuing...

...my love of learning with you! I have approximately a decade's worth of study in the French language and French acquisition both domestically and abroad. Along with French, I have significant hours of study in university-level German. I am conversationally fluent in other languages such as: Spanish, Italian, Norwegian, and Mandarin Chinese. In addition to...

...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 are fascinating to me and I don't get to speak mine enough, so...

...writing in Ypsilanti, I keep teaching in my life because I love the feeling of seeing a student reach a new level. I'm a big fan of designed independent learning, and my experience has taught me that "studying harder" is not always the answer. With each student, I focus first on organization: what we need...

...and writing to essay writing and revisions. My teaching embodies a simple motto: Motivation is 90% of any goal, whether self-betterment in the short or long term. By simply taking the initiative to ask something new of yourself, you ensure the inevitable realization of a greater potential. Outside of English I enjoy skiing, snowboarding, surfing,...

...2013 . Even though my background is in the humanities, I've always had an appreciation for math and would be thrilled to tutor in subjects related to Math and English alike. I also look forward to helping students prepare for Standardized Tests. I know the importance of having confidence when taking these exams, and I...

...subjects and I am confident I could help a student reach any score goal. I am comfortable working with students with a variety of study time frames whether that be 6 months or 6 weeks. I have a general MCAT study approach that I find works for 90% of my students, but I am always...

I have been teaching High School English for twelve years and I love to help students with personal essays. I love Shakespeare and I can help make it relevant for anyone. I graduated from the University Of North Carolina and majored in Journalism. My goal is to help you make learning relevant and fun.

...different wayof essay writing as a kind of puzzle that experience allows you to put together more easily, of communication as a skill that can be practiced and enjoyed rather than a chore or something that a person is inherently good or bad at. In my spare time, I enjoy traveling, doing yoga, running, acting...

I recently completed my Bachelors and Masters in Biology at East Carolina University. I have tutored in many different subjects for students, including students who have learning disabilities. Tutoring science is a passion and I look forward to working with you and your family!... Introduce myself, talk about strengths and weaknesses, and ask what the student wants out of the tutoring. After this, we can discuss test and quiz dates.

...their potential. My former students and I always kept "hands-on" activities going with each unit that I taught. I often offered them "choice" in assignments because I do not believe in "one size fits all" educational practices. For example, my 8th graders began to really love poetry each year because I often had a resident...

...celebrate their progress, creating a positive learning atmosphere where they feel motivated to continue improving. Love for Learning: I aim to inspire a lifelong passion for learning, encouraging students to be curious, independent thinkers who continuously seek new knowledge and ideas. As a tutor, my goal is to be a supportive mentor, guiding students through...

...the target language. I have a BA in Communication and an MA in TESOL. Recently, I have studied up on teaching Language Arts in a K-12 setting. I am eager to come alongside any student who wants to make progress in their schooling and life! Teaching and learning online is extremely convenient and helps us...

...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.

...on the National level in both track and cross country while working at our institution's Writing Center, tutoring students across all classes. I feel that my student-athlete experience helps me relate to busy students coming it at various skill levels. Similar to athletics, I find the journey in improving one's writing incredibly rewarding. During my...

...been an educator for eleven years and I got into this profession because I wanted to have a positive impact on others while simultaneously doing something that I love. My areas of expertise include English Literature, English Composition, Writing & Rhetoric and Creative Writing. Additionally, I have taught American History and have incorporated elements of...

...decided to join Varsity Tutors because I've always been passionate about helping my peers keep up with their classes. Two of my siblings have ADHD, and I know that many people are better suited to alternate learning approaches rather than the education styles that are popular in most classrooms. I try to be empathetic and...

...I tend to enjoy the art of writing the most. The ability to finely craft a piece of writing will allow for great success in all areas of life. I love to share this craft with my students and get excited when they also see the power that a strong message can hold. Outside of...