Award-Winning Pre-Calculus Tutors serving Durham County, NC

...classmates who were great at explaining subjects to me. Toward the end of my college career, I was able to do the same with other classmates, and I find I really enjoy helping other students understand subjects, especially math. I bring myself alongside students to figure out how they learn best and adjust my teaching...

...a community college where I began learning to weld and do electrical work, before getting my Associate's degrees in Engineering and Science. While there I realised that I loved helping my fellow students through their math and english courses as well as helping them on their college and scholarship applications. After having helped my classmates...

...I have tutored individuals of all age groups in various subjects, with my primary focus on mathematics courses for students in elementary through early college. I have engaged in both volunteering and paid opportunities. But at the end of the day, it is the sense of gratification that students experience after learning something new that...

...and further expand on that knowledge, and provide new and interesting perspectives to different types of problems. I like to teach by doing, meaning that instead of people watching me do an example problem or repeating a lecture, I like to provide practice problems/test for my students to do and I can help guild and...

...usually talk over practice problems and hands-on work to apply the concepts we've covered. My goal is to provide a safe, relaxed environment so my students are not afraid to make mistakes or ask questions if they're confused. In my free time, I enjoy a healthy dose of video games, playing and coaching Roller Derby,...

...and coming back to assist my fellow medical professionals with USMLE tutoring feels like somewhat of a homecoming. During my time with students, I feel like patience is one of the most important things when trying to get through to a student, and coincidentally, my name means 'patience is good' in my native language. I...

...My favorite subject to tutor is math, whether that be helping a second grader with their multiplication tables or a college student with differential calculus. I also have a passion for science and have experience tutoring in physics and chemistry. I was highly successful in the math components of exams such as the ACT, SAT,...

...also during my Masters Degree in Urban and Regional Planning from the Center for Environmental Planning and Technology University, India. I am a registered Professional Engineer (PE) in North Carolina. I have over 40 years of coaching/tutoring experience in Tanzania, India and the United States, and specialize in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre-calculus, and Calculus. I...

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.

...Math. I have 6+ years of teaching experience. I have seen a lot in my time as a teacher and look forward to using that to help. I love Math and hope that in my time can make you love it too! School is just like sports you always can find ways to improve and...

...assistant in Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools, did my student teaching in Wake County Schools, and taught 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...

...preparation. I am excited to have another opportunity to help other students again through Varsity Tutors because I truly believe that education is absolutely imperative to a better quality of life and that everyone is fully capable of learning and making potentials to reality. As for tutoring, I put much emphasis on active participation and...

...BS in Statistics and a BA in Mathematics. I am interested in Mathematical Statistics, Differential Equations, Analysis, and Probability. I have previously worked as an assistant high school math teacher and as a youth CrossFit coach. I am strong in mathematics and comfortable working with both small and large groups of students. I tutor primary,...

...most from their classes....even the ones that are most frustrating and that challenge them the most. Let's work together to achieve your/your child's academic goals and have some fun in the process! (Learning and fun should go hand in hand, after all). Specialty areas include: Math (Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1 &2, Statistics), Introductory Economics (Micro, Macro),...

...in the past. I have learned that teaching effectively only happens when the instructor takes the time to learn how the tutee learns, whether it be visually or by hearing it said to them or even by writing it down. All of which are valid forms of understanding and processing information, but are not always...

...generation of students behind me. My favorite subjects are those in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) from the first time learning to count and the scientific method all the way up to calculus and multivariable physics. I have a particular interest in those subjects directly related to engineering, although I am more than happy...

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

...a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences. In my undergraduate career, I was a 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...

...chemistry and mathematics, and I want to share that with you. I truly fell in love with tutoring when I saw how much of a difference I could make on even a student's attitude towards learning, not just their results. Learning truly is a gift, and sharing that is one of my core driving passions.

...is capable of achieving their academic goals and that consistency accompanied by a growth mindset are our best tools. Overall, schoolwork can be challenging and burdensome. Everyone is unique, so I find tailoring my teaching approach to each student the best way to ensure success and respect their boundaries. I have ample experience applying my...