Award-Winning Pre-Calculus Tutors serving Duke University, NC

...Brown EMS, responding to emergencies on and around campus. I tutor a wide range of math topics up to AP Calculus BC, as well as chemistry. My favorite subjects to teach are those that demand conceptual understanding - math and organic chemistry, in particular. I encourage students to move beyond rote memorization and to ask...

...in ACS Langmuir. In addition, I worked as a TA at VCU for all five of my years there, teaching students in introductory chemistry, general chemistry I, general chemistry II, and physical chemistry I-III. Tutoring at Gannon University made me fall in love with teaching and fueled my desire to become a professor, leading to...

...am a graduate of Duke University( undergrad) where I majored in Philosophy and minored in Theater Studies. During my summers in college, I worked with EducationUSA Nairobi, an advising center for Kenyan students who wish to pursue higher education in the US. When I worked for them, I tutored high school graduates on SAT stuff...

...cannot be gained from a textbook or other interactive learning modules. Not to say there isn't value in those activities because it allows students to learn/review in their dominant learning style. My role as a tutor is to provide the most useful resources and help students build the right tools to eventually master the subject....

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

...and goals. I also provide extra materials and explanations to reinforce learning outside of sessions. I genuinely welcome questions, feedback, and collaboration from both students and parents because when we work as a team, we achieve the best results. If you're looking for a tutor who combines deep subject knowledge with patience, flexibility, and a...

...love to teach. I love science and math. I have found that I have a knack for explaining things. I am a good listener and I have a lots of patience. I have taught varied age groups ranging from elementary to graduate level. I also feel that I am a very good mentor. I have...

I'm double majoring in elementary education and psychology at Meredith College. I plan on teaching upper elementary school after I graduate.

...concert pianist who had lineage back to Beethoven. My teacher when I was a piano major in college was Ruth Laredo who was an acclaimed concert pianist with three Grammy nominations for her recordings. Music is a language and I encourage creative expression and experimentation. I encourage students to improvise and express their creativity.... I have always loved math, and I believe my students will gain confidence and find enjoyment with meeting the challenges of advancing...

...My primary focus is on math, physics, and other sciences, but I am also skilled in areas such as US and European history. My goal is to build the student's confidence. I have observed that when a student's confidence increases, they realize they already know far more of the material than they originally thought.

I am a PhD student in Civil Engineering and have more than 7 years of teaching experience.... My philosophy of teaching evolved from many years of teaching experience. As I reflect on my beliefs regarding teaching and learning, I find that my mission as a teacher is threefold: to promote positive learning; to spark learner enthusiasm for learning; and to provide a strong foundation for lifelong learning.

...So, it is not just about the specific content; it is about the methods, tactics, and tools developed to tackle those problems. While you may never encounter those exact problems again, the problem-solving skills you acquire will be invaluable for tackling new challenges throughout your life. This is what I strive to achieve when tutoring...

...of numbers and dead languages! I have experience tutoring GRE prep, Algebra 2/Pre-calculus, as well as Latin and Ancient Greek. I love getting to help students understand subjects I am passionate about. I graduated with honors from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2015 with a B.A. in Classics (Latin and Greek...

...I am Abir, a freshman at UNC. I am double majoring in biochemistry and neuroscience with a planned minor in mathematics. My dream is to attend medical school and become a surgeon. As a recent high school graduate, I know all too well the struggles and stresses of being a high-achieving student aiming for the...

...students to gain an understanding of a topic, not just get the right answer. I have a B.S. in Applied Mathematics from Howard University with a minor in computer science. I am currently a first-year PhD student in Data Science at the University of Chicago. In my free time, I like to cook, skateboard, play...

...is simple. When a student asks me to help solve a problem or exercise, I explain the concept and give a related example. The student will then do the next problem. This way, the student will learn and the concept will stick. I am a Software Engineer at IBM and in my extra time, I...

My mission as a Varsity Tutor is to provide my students confidence in their academic abilities and provide mentorship and advice on their academic careers.

...and have had experience in doing so through my past jobs as a math/reading tutor at Kumon, a violin teacher at summer camps, as well as a camp counselor at an elementary school. I love working with different types of people and getting to know their learning styles so that they can be the most...

...all ages, primarily in math and science, and also offer instruction in coding and chess. I enjoy helping students build confidence and reach their academic goals through clear instruction, patience, and encouraging support. My approach is flexible and student-centered, focusing on making learning accessible and enjoyable. I believe every student can succeed with the right...

...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 high level math courses at UNC. I also love studying media, and love combining artistic forms of expression with technological mediums! Currently really into video game design, and am building...