Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Durham County, NC

I am a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer with experience teaching in a wide variety of places and contexts. My passion is to create a space in which students feel safe and welcome, and to work with students to find strategies and solutions that work for them.

...piano, writing, reading, listening to music, etc. Teaching is one of my favorite things to do. It is not only a way for me to reinforce my understanding of material, but also a way for me to give back to my community through collaboration and sharing of knowledge. A big reason for my love of...

...graduated from NC State University with a bachelor's degree in English and Linguistics. I have experience tutoring non-native English speakers and I have taken a class about teaching ESL. I love using my creativity to teach hard concepts about English grammar or pronunciation. I am happy to personalize lessons to students' unique learning goals.

I love to cook, write poetry and travel with my children. I would say that when I have time that my absolute favorite thing to do is to read. When I travel my favorite place in the world is the beach.

...my focus is on Social Studies, specifically Government, Political Science, US History, and Criminal Justice. I am excited to help with any areas you may have trouble in and make it my priority to turn studying into something that can be enjoyable! I don't see any reason why enhancing your education can't be fun for...

...a broad range of experience. The key for me is that I love to learn and I love to see others learning and enjoying what they learn. Having someone to motivate you to learn is an important part of the process in my opinion. I would love to be a help to you and your...

I think the greatest misstep of our educational system is underplaying how possible it is for people to build their skills in things that may not come naturally to them. As a reader and a writer, helping students with reading comprehension and writing is one way I enjoy helping students realize their abilities.

Hi there. Making art with others is my favorite way to get to know people. Learning in and through creativity is my professional passion, and I am eager to explore and discover with my students.

...lesson plans and educational activities, fostering my love for teaching younger students. I began tutoring Spanish while in high school and transitioned to tutoring biology, chemistry, math and physics as a peer-tutor in college. Most recently, I taught Spanish to a toddler, expanding my teaching experience to students aged from 1 to 20 years old....

...virtual learning. I tutor a variety of subjects, including biology, earth science, chemistry and math. Among these, my favorite subjects to tutor are anything in the science field because it is something I am very passionate about. I have a strong commitment to recognizing and supporting each student's individual learning style. I strive to create...

...10 years of experience in childcare and teaching. Licensed teaching background includes extensive training in various reading and math programs, online digital competencies, Crisis Prevention and Intervention, social-emotional development, and life skills. A kind, person-focused leader with comprehensive training and understanding of individual needs. A dependable and tenacious style that collaborates well with others and...

My goal as an educator is to first form a relationship with my students built on mutual trust and respect. I believe everyone can learn, but individuals learn in different ways. Through a love of learning, I guide cheer, motive and inspire my students to meet their goals.

...improvement, ensuring that they feel supported and motivated throughout their learning journey. I'm committed to demystifying challenging assignments and helping students develop the confidence to tackle any academic task. As a researcher with experience in both qualitative and quantitative methods, I'm well-equipped to tutor a range of subjects including Sociology, Psychology, Research Methods, and Writing. I...

...by creating a learning environment that meets their personal needs. I enjoy teaching students according to their learning styles. I have considerable experience working with special education students with IEPs. In the past, I have tutored elementary students in all subjects, high school, and college psychology, and helped future teachers prepare for the Early Childhood...

...native Chinese Mandarin speaker. I lived in China for 20+ years before moving to U.S. after college. I have years of experience in child care and teaching Chinese to toddlers. I'm passionate about promoting Chinese language and culture. That is why I chose to tutor here in order to bring joy in Chinese learning.

...and algebra, biology, chemistry, and SAT/ACT prep, up through college level. A little background on me: I am based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. In 2021, I received my two bachelor's degrees in Biology and English and Comparative Literature from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Then, in 2023, I received my Master's...

...early on I had to learn how to love learning and teach myself. Even after many years of more formal education I haven't lost that spark and that ownership of my education yet! I love tutoring because it allows me to bring people into that same kind of ownership of their knowledge. I love tutoring...

To achieve our vision, we will prepare our students to become independent learners with the desires, the skills, and the abilities necessary for lifelong learning. This will require creating a learning environment which is centered around students, directed by teachers, and supported by home and community

...through graduate school or job applications and interviews as well as review their resumes and cover letters to properly advise them on applying within various fields. Originally from Southern California, I have always enjoyed year-round outdoor activities. In addition to extensive hiking and camping trips as well as long walks with my two dogs, I...

...SAT, and SAT Subject Tests, and offer test preparation in these areas. Generally, my tutoring style focuses on developing effective thought processes over memorization, so that students are able to apply and enjoy what they learn. Outside of academia, I play the saxophone and piano, and prior experience with tutoring middle-school woodwind students has prepared...