Award-Winning Social studies Tutors in Chapel Hill, NC

...for college in the United States. Even though I tutor a wide range of subjects, I enjoy teaching English and standardized test preparation the most. I love helping my students find beauty in the English language in addition to helping them achieve their college goals. I also love working with students on their college essays because that's when I feel I get to know my students the best, as we talk through dreams, aspirations, and...

As cliche as it sounds, I love learning! I also love watching a student's face when that light bulb goes off and they just "get it." That's why I teach (and why I tutor) - to give students the most chances to have their light bulbs go off so that they can become the best students they can be!... I use a first session to get to know the student, let them get to know me, set expectations, and have them work through a couple of problems to see where they need extra help.

...student has his or her own unique learning style, and having a teacher who understands this fact will greatly improve a student's success. My experience as a special educator has allowed me to become very adept at helping students find their strengths and using them to promote academic success. While my favorite subjects to teach and tutor involve history and politics, I am skilled at tutoring students in reading, writing, math, and study skills.

...years now in a multitude of subjects. If you need standardized test prep, I'm your girl. I have taken the SAT three times in the past two years and the ACT several times as well. I also serve as a peer editor at my college for students struggling with English. I am comfortable with most science, some math, and all English. I can't wait to meet you and help you reach your full potential as...

Understanding and acceptance are the key to gaining knowledge. Often times we are surprised by our own ability for deeper understanding and a thoughtful approach to life

...eleventh, seventh, sixth and fifth grade. While in grad school I worked with the Seminole Tribe of Florida, preparing students for their high school diploma. Recently we received a new member in my family, my handsome baby boy. I am married to and we reside in North Carolina. We both enjoy spending time with our son, dog and cat. We also enjoy country concerts, reading, traveling and watching movies. I look forward in meeting you...

...by chance, it must be sought for with ardor and attended to with diligence. " This quote by Abagail Adams mirrors my own philosophy on learning. It takes time and dedication but is well worth the effort in the end. I love to help students of any age learn to love Economics, Political Science, History and Math. I have been tutoring since I was in Middle School and have continued throughout adulthood.

...a modern classic, is up there too. Beyond academics, I take great guilty pleasure in watching TV shows such as Westworld, Sherlock, How I Met Your Mother, and even The Bachelorette when I'm at a low point. Beyond personal interests, tutoring has always been a side project of mine. Even since middle school, at a local elementary school, I would help tutor students in basic arithmetic and spelling. In high school, while the curriculum changed from...

...making a difference in students lives. I love knowing that I made a difference to someone, even if it's just one person. My favorite moment is the lightbulb moment; when someone gets what you have been trying to explain! I have been a long term substitute and will begin teaching in the fall. I am a certified elementary teacher. I have worked with students of all ages, but love working with elementary students!... I believe that all students have a right to learn. Students should have a caring and respectful environment in which they are comfortable and supported.

As an eclectic thinker and passionate academic in the field of history, I look forward to bringing a truly exceptional tutoring experience to my clients where their talents and intellectual curiosities may be nurtured.