Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Durham County, NC

...know how to face the endless standardized tests and leave the battle in victory, not 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...

...tutoring with the NCVPS during that time helping students understand material and get past the barrier of 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...

...studying. I decided to join Varsity Tutors because I've always been passionate about helping my peers keep up with their classes. Two of my siblings have ADHD, and I know that many people are better suited to alternate learning approaches rather than the education styles that are popular in most classrooms. I try to be...

...Connecticut, or writing in Ypsilanti, I keep teaching in my life because I love the feeling of seeing a student reach a new level. I'm a big fan of designed independent learning, and my experience has taught me that "studying harder" is not always the answer. With each student, I focus first on organization: what...

...with the main goal of helping my students succeed, was a no brainer. I attended the University of Central Florida (Go Knights!!!) and earned my degree in Secondary Education- Social Studies. Social studies is an umbrella with A LOT of subjects under it. My personal favorite has to be government and politics! I have taught...

...thing about teaching is seeing students grasp and enjoy what they are learning! I wanted to become a teacher ever since I was in Middle School. My teachers were so BORING! I wasn't succeeding to the best of my ability because I would lose focus. Middle school is a tough time and I wanted to...

I love helping elementary students learn to read, write and excel at math. I am a retired elementary school counselor and have tutored for almost 9 years, both in person and online. I can also tutor elementary science, psychology, sociology, geography, beginning Spanish and essay writing. Helping student succeed while building self-confidence is my specialty!

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.

...coach and worked with middle school students on creative and expository writing. Also during this time, I volunteered as an English tutor for a student organization that offered free English classes to recent immigrants. Following graduation, I accepted a teaching position with the Teach For America program working as a 3rd grade math, science, and...

...solely instructing an accredited freshman-level sociology course at Rutgers University during my senior year of college, I've been fortunate enough to help students adequately connect with the necessary material (school work, prep courses, etc) in ways that suit their maturity level, learning style and personal needs. You can count on me to be patient and...

...to teach in North Carolina. My teaching philosophy centers on connecting the writing process to students' personal experiences, making lessons relatable and engaging. I aim to break down complex concepts into manageable steps, ensuring students understand the "why" behind their writing. As the speech and debate coach at Cary High School, I also focus on...

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

I believe all children are unique and deserve an educational environment where they can grow physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. I strive to help all children meet their educational goals and reach their full potential.

...I can coach you in handling communication. It is hard to choose the right tutor with so many to choose from. What you will get by choosing me for a lesson is a native English speaker who specializes in helping you speak English well and accent reduction. The English I teach is not just the...

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...Liberty University, majoring in Applied Developmental Psychology. I received my Masters from Liberty University in 2024 under the same major and enjoy the journey of learning. My passion is psychology but I am well versed in numerous subjects including, literature, Bible, statistics, writing, advanced mathematics, etc. I believe in adapting teaching strategies to each students...

...Kunshan, China. I received a full-tuition scholarship to attend Duke Kunshan University. I spent my freshman year studying in China, and I now live and study on Duke's campus in Durham, North Carolina. I have always been a strong student, with a current 3.94 GPA in college. I earned a 1510 on my SAT and...

I tutor a wide variety of subjects, including math, reading, and writing. I feel that the best way to approach a new student is by figuring out what enthuses them and what they like to do, and try to relate that into the material I'm teaching.

...Associate in General Education from Durham Tech Community College, along with coursework in Teacher Preparation. In addition to, my position as a Elementary Instructional Assistant. This educational background has given me a strong foundation in educational theories and practices, reinforcing my belief in the importance of personalized learning. My tutoring approach is built on these...

...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 the critical thinking and problem solving behind a subject and then start focusing on individual problems.