Award-Winning Microeconomics Tutors serving Durham County, NC

...I am very excited to tutor many subjects, and I am particularly passionate about all things philosophy, essay writing, economics, Spanish, and music. I have an adaptable, intuition-based teaching style and want to work with all students to make their learning as personal and engaging as possible. I have always felt happiest in academic settings,...

...with students should be useful to them long-term. Making topics interesting, relevant, and accessible is of paramount importance because it allows students to hone skills that they'll use for the rest of their lives. Teaching is fun for me because I love getting to facilitate and witness my students' breakthroughs. There's nothing better than getting...

...levels), math (including Algebra, Pre-Calculus, and Calculus), Economics (micro, macro, and quantitative methods), Statistics, and programming (including Python, SQL, and Stata). I've helped students prepare for standardized tests, strengthen classroom performance, and gain confidence in their academic abilities. My approach to tutoring is student-centered and highly adaptive. I strive to meet each student where they...

I'm on a mission to educate young students and help make learning easy instead of the stress it can tend to become.

...in your own way. There are garden variety formulas, equations, variables, etc. in Mathematics and Statistics that may call for "memorization", but it is of utmost importance that a learner be able to use their own reasoning to work through problems. For me, it is important that I communicate problems in real-world context and emphasize...

...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 please speak them with me! My physics background, as well as my years...

Tutors are more than expert academics; they are motivational coaches. The greatest obstacle preventing a student from learning is lack of belief in their own abilities. There is no knowledge outside the reach of anyone's understanding. ... Patience, understanding, and kindness go a very long way with helping students build their confidence.... Get an understanding for the student’s objective and learning style.

...and a MS in Mathematics. Mathematics is not easy for most of the world. Lectures are not very entertaining and it is easy to miss one step in the boredom. Then , who wants to ask a question. I like the student who will ask that question. I like helping that student "see" and understand...

...others. In my own collegiate career, I was awarded the top two scholarships available to undergraduates, and I was honored with the Dean's Award for the College of Arts and Sciences upon graduation--the highest award available in the college . While in undergrad, I supported myself by tutoring collegiate student-athletes. Now I'm a masters student...

...I am excited to be teaching through Varsity Tutors. I have an academic background in Resource Economics as well as Finance, and I have been able to use my degree working internationally for multiple development and poverty reduction NGOs. In school I worked as a tutor for my peers and afterwards, I coached youth sports...

...Statistics Supplemental Instructor Leader for the university. Although I am most passionate about Statistics, I do enjoy tutoring middle school subjects and CNA certifications. I also enjoy creating study aids and activities that are interactive and allow for critical-thinking. As I am currently pursuing my Master's in Public Health, I am a big advocate for...

...my 25+ year instructional career. I have worked in formal and informal settings, including independent schools, an urban rim public school, and museums. Recently I completed another master's degreethis time in museum studiesto add to my other two in education. My experience as a competitive fencer and coach, along with my experience of different cultures,...

I am happy to be your tutor. Look forward to assisting you with a variety of courses ranging from business, technology, CompTIA IT Fundamentals +, CompTIA Network+, CCNA Routing and Switching, Computer Networks and more.

I understand the value of team work and believe there are multiple approaches to finding success. Not all materials are easily understood, but a strong and consistent work ethic is key to solving life's challenges.

"I am a servant leader at heart, not by trade."

...and other Universities. I received my bachelor's in Math and Psychology at UCLA, Ph.D. work in Engineering at Virginia Tech, and MBA in Marketing and New Venture Management at USC. I graduated at the top of my class, Phi Beta Kappa, Magna Cum Laude, Highest Honors, full fellowships, and more. I am an expert on:...

...with a B.S in Economics and a minor in Business and Pre-Law. I am currently doing this in addition to working another part-time job so I apologize in advance for any scheduling issues. While I have not tutored professionally before I lead study groups throughout High School and College. I tend to focus first on...

...business topics at various times. My teaching philosophy is to bring the student along by steadily asking them to do more and more of the actual problem solving as we progress. My goal is to not only have the student do well in the particular course but to actually understand the topic in a way...

...have enjoyed teaching all my life. I have taught and coached swimming, Boy Scout skills, classes and small groups in church, college classes, and enrichment classes for home schoolers. I like tutoring one to one because of the flexibility it allows me to have in tailoring the tutoring to the individual needs of the student.