Award-Winning SSAT Tutors serving Raleigh-Durham, NC

...love teaching and 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...

I tutor kids of all ages, and specialize in those with ADD/ADHD, Dyslexia, Asperger's and Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as those with emotional and cognitive disorders. My preferred subjects are test preparation (SAT, ACT, GRE, etc.), Math, Science, and English. ... I think it's very important that I relate to students on a personal level so they truly understand that I want them to do well. Once that bond is made, we can work together...

...students with learning materials and quiz/exam 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 positive reinforcement. A learning environment should stay interactive, fun, but challenging. By encountering challenges,...

...Panama, Honduras, and Thailand. The professional experience and exposure to so many vibrant cultures has been amazing in giving me a rounded view of the world. I believe that in learning any subject requires gaining a rounded perspective for full understanding. While tutoring, I try to provide several different paths for understanding and several different strategies for problem solving. My tutoring experience is in math, reading, and writing with elementary school and middle school children....

...experience in tutoring, I usually start with making a detailed lesson plan for students which is able to change or edit, based on student's needs. Furthermore, an additional material with explanations is always provided to students, in order to sharpen their knowledge. I have five years experience in tutoring different levels of mathematics and programming. In this setting I further progressed in tutoring high level university classes as well as preparing students for their SAT...

Hey there! My name is Candice and 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 you (and me!)

...at the community college level, so I am able to integrate my experience and knowledge from my studies and years as an educator to assess individual needs, learning preferences, and continually develop strategic instructional strategies for my students. My greatest joy as an educator is seeing a student gain confidence in his/her abilities. It is my motivation to never stop improving myself as a tutor. I want my students to do more than just get better...

...students have the capacity to understand mathematics under the right conditions. I reach my students by helping them develop a deeper understanding of important concepts so that the process has context and connections can be made between what has been learned with new ideas and skills recently introduced. I am a graduate of Boston University and the University of Massachusetts. I have training as a learning specialist and often work with students struggling with language...

...dedicated my career to each of these pursuits, as my resume will attest. In my personal life, I have two grown sons and a very spoiled mix breed dog. I have lived in Milwaukee all of my life but got a chance to experience living and working in another area - North Carolina - for several years. It's beautiful there. I enjoy traveling to places I've never been before and meeting new people; shopping; reading;...

I am a graduate of Vance-Granville Community College.I received my Associates of Applied Science in Human Services Technology. After which I decided to attend East Carolina University to work toward a degree in Special Education. At the present time, I teach reading, which is my passion. I tutor reading, English, and history. I believe every student deserves a chance at success regardless of circumstances.

...with Special Needs. I have a background with students with a variety of disabilities., including learning disabilities, Autism, Developmental Delays, and Physical Impairments. I have trained in Orton Gillingham Reading Foundation Multi Sensory Programs and have access to programs to bring with me. My greatest skill is teaching reading and writing instruction of students in grades Kindergarten through 5th Grade; especially those who are struggling to meet grade level Common Core State Standards.... When I first...

...how to attack the problems you might see on quizzes and exams. I find this approach keeps students from being overwhelmed with background information and helps them feel like they can tackle homework and practice problems on their own. I am currently on my gap year before medical school. I've taken the MCAT twice, first scoring a 515 and then a 518. Since then I have been tutoring in all MCAT subjects and I am...

Hi! I'm Chris, a junior at UNC Chapel Hill. As one myself, I know that every student is different. That's why I provide personalized lesson plans & extra support outside of lessons.

...to teach but that I am 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 indicated my times of availability, I will schedule actual tutoring sessions on a first...

...time on, explain concepts in alternative ways, and review the building blocks that the student needs to complete the tasks at hand. We'll work together so that your student gains skills and confidence. I've enjoyed working with preschoolers to middle schoolers, and high school students are a great group to interact with. Everyone has their own energy and personal story they bring to a relationship, so I can say I do not prefer one age...

...it on. As a career scientist and writer, my greatest pleasure has always been sharing the joy of learning with others. In my own collegiate career, I was awarded the top two scholarships available to undergraduates, and I was honored with the Dean's Award for the College of Arts and Sciences upon graduation--the highest award available in the college . While in undergrad, I supported myself by tutoring collegiate student-athletes. Now I'm a masters student...

...have a doctorate in law from Florida International University and I studied at Tsinghua University in Beijing as an exchange student. I have been teaching for 12 years. I have a 4 year old cat. I like to spend time with my family. Outside my class, I enjoy traveling around the world, gymnastics and visiting Disney World. I use songs, games and fun in class! My goal is to make your child learning fun! I...

...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 look forward to helping students understand what they never thought they would be able to master, and I feel a personal sense of accomplishment when I can help a...

I'm passionate about learning and believe that curiosity about the world leads to amazing discoveries. Whether you're struggling with a class, prepping for a major test, or learning about computers and Microsoft, I'm glad to support you. My expertise includes Nursing, Public Health and the health sciences.

...the insights of history, working through how we think about our lives in philosophy, or developing a students' interest in English. In addition to traditional coursework, I have taught how to be successful on the vocabulary, critical reading, and essay-writing writing portion of the PCAT (Pharmacy College of Admission Test) with UNC's Eshelman School of Pharmacy. I enjoyed helping students with a strong science background to think about English in a different wayof essay writing...