Award-Winning Writing Tutors serving Durham County, NC

...University, graduating this May with a dual degree in Computer Science and Neuroscience. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math, Literature, and History. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life, and I try to impart this...

...quite good at it. While I am doing quite a bit of private tutoring on my own, I am now looking for ways to expand my reach. Accordingly, your organization may be a good fit with my skills and abilities. Note that I do not intend to quit my private tutoring practice. So, although I've...

...of my career I have taught several students who have played in the NBA, competed in the Olympics, a famous folk singer, and many published writers, and speakers. Most of them are my Facebook friends. I, too, am in the process of publishing a second book. In addition to reading, writing and singing, I love...

...tutor and taught 4th and 5th grade reading and math remediation for summer school. I have my bachelor's degree in English and political science from UNC, where I graduated summa cum laude. Go heels! My tutoring philosophy is to provide students with the learning strategies they need to master information in their studies and to...

...aged from 1 to 20 years old. My approach to tutoring is reframing concepts through analogies that are easier to understand based on a student's personal experience. I also rely on mixed media such as Khan Academy and online activities to supplement in-class lessons for students interested in take-home activities. Overall, my approach is conversational...

...I am now more concentrated in the STEM department. I am in the Elementary Education program at NC State with a STEM concentration. I would love to help out in any of my strong suits such as Spanish I, Elementary & Middle School Math, Earth Science, and Algebra. I would love to help you grow...

...helping students reach their full potential because, as someone who used tutoring services for university courses, I know how much of a positive impact a tutor can have on a student. I believe with the right assistance, any student can be successful and I would like to be the help that someone needs so that...

...emotional involvement and communication with regular/special education teachers about student information as appropriate. I'm in a Highly Qualified status by passing the C-paraprofessional Assessment. I've had over 30 years experience in providing one on one and group instruction in targeting student's learning needs both in the general and special education population. These subjects have included:...

...have had success with students whose processing skills are not at the classroom pace. I home schooled all of my children through ninth grade and ran an enrichment based out-of-school time program for elementary and middle school students in Mississippi. This program not only emphasized the importance of personalized learning but also cultivated an environment...

...literature and the other in journalism. I have taught German to English-speaking students, English to German speakers and English literacy to English speakers. I also have broad experience as a mentor. I enjoy the interaction that comes with teaching and tutoring and love to see people become more effective in their everyday lives as a...

...in your profession), and I try to impart this belief to all of my students. In my spare time, I enjoy going to coffee shops, exercising (especially yoga, hiking and tennis) and spending time with my rescue dog, Carlo. I also love to travel, and have been to 23 countries and 32 states so far!

...a broad range of subjects, but I have the most experience tutoring in Algebra, Spanish, and History. My primary concern is to foster a positive environment for the student, so they feel confident in asking me questions and comfortable making mistakes. In my free time, I play badminton, read fiction, serve the community, and go...

...and science to ACT prep, I get the most excited when working on improving a student's writing because it is such a beautiful process. Sparking students' curiosity and excitement is the most rewarding part of tutoring, and I make it my mission to achieve that with all students I work with. In my free time,...

...a part of a peer-tutoring group, the Learning Den, where I worked 1-on-1 with university students to solidify topics covered in Public Health Biostatistics as well as in various Spanish courses. I took the time to prepare before tutoring sessions for each student by following their syllabi and making sure I was familiar with each...

...just won her schoolwide reading trimester award-exceeding the classroom goal by 1138%! I have always seen a teacher's role as a guide- to provide the educational tools, safe space and creative experiences to let students lead their learning adventure. It is a privilege and an honor to get to be a part of your child's...

...on their lives. I have developed strong analytical skills during my academic studies at Paine College and during my matriculation at Cambridge College where I completed my Master's degree in Special Education Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities and completed my Specialist degree in Educational Leadership. My skills will provide you with a self-motivated, helpful...

...of quickly closing student learning gaps. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, and Mathematics. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests I work hard to make sure the learning is both fun and effective. I am a firm proponent of education, believing it...

...and language sections of the SAT. Tutoring essay composition is a special pleasure of mine. While grammar conventions and structural considerations are important elements of writing, I strive to help students find their unique written voice. If you're looking for a tutor who makes a point of being patient and understanding students with extenuating circumstances,...

...about what is difficult and where we can genuinely improve. I strongly believe that this transparency allows us to create actions steps to tackle each difficult concept and question. To me, the most rewarding part of seeing a student grow is watching them become more confident in their abilities to comprehend their work and solve...

...Harvard's School of Business program to attain a post-graduate certificate in School Management and Leadership. I was recognized as The Fayetteville Observer's 40 Area's Top Business Professionals and Community Leaders. She was also named Assistant Principal of the year in 2016-2017 for my school district. In addition, I serve as an advisory board member for...