Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Raleigh-Durham, NC

...a psychology major with minors in neuroscience and Spanish. I graduated from Texas A&M with a Summa Cum Laude distinction in May 2015 and went straight into my graduate coursework. Given my own testing experiences and the value I place on higher education, I love to help others feel as confident as they can when they walk into that testing room, whether for AP, ACT, SAT, or GRE exams. The process of applying to colleges...

...them reach their potential and to achieve more than they thought they were capable of. Having recently graduated from UNC Chapel Hill with a B.S. in Chemistry with Highest Distinction, I know that hard work and dedication to your education can pay great dividends. I have tutored students from middle school through college-level and had tremendous pleasure of helping over 50 students achieve their potential and dramatically improve their grades and test scores. Seeing the...

...arguments cogently, and to tell a story about themselves, the world around them, and the things that are important in their lives. I believe that the humanities really do help us be more human with each other and in our world. I teach and tutor with the assumption that school is a set of practices that anyone can learn and that, when they engage those practices diligently, students gain empathy and critical thinking skills that...

...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 understanding, while still holding you accountable to our learning goals. You can also expect our sessions to incorporate active learning, because I love stimulating lessons and hope you do as...

I am a writer and reader, and love helping others also discover the joy in writing and the world it can open up for them. ... Anybody can learn something if they put their mind to it, and have somebody else helping them learn how to put their mind to it.... Get to know them, make sure they are comfortable with me and will ask me questions, and then see what their main concerns are.... Let...

...have been tutoring since 2002, concentrating on math, the SAT, and writing. I believe each student is capable of wonderful things, both academically and otherwise, and that education is much broader than simply attending school. Some of the qualities I aim for as a tutor are patience, encouragement, and helping students examine difficulties with respect for their own abilities, which they usually underestimate. In addition to lots of reading and some contemplation, I love to...

...Josiah and I would love to be your tutor! My main subject is Spanish, as I am fully bilingual an currently work as a Spanish-English interpreter at a professional level. I also have a passion for historical subjects ranging from basic social studies to world history. I maintain a reading regiment at a high level in order to stay abreast of current events, as well as to maintain my understanding of current and past sociological...

...I'm interested in tutoring students in mathematics and/or computer science, as I enjoy both subjects thoroughly, and think that a good understanding of those subjects is useful to anyone, no matter their interests. I also do tutoring for AP/IB exams, SAT, and ACT because I think it's critically important for people to get into the best college they can for as cheap as possible, and those exams are the basis of that.

...school level in Orange County Schools. I hold a Master of Arts in Teaching degree in Elementary Education from Meredith College and am certified in the areas of: Elementary Education K-6, ESL K-12, Middle Grades Mathematics 6-8, and Family and Consumer Sciences 6-12. I look forward to continuing to help students but under a different capacity as a tutor. Education is about training the mind to think critically and creatively, not training to make careers.

...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 enough, so please speak them with me! My physics background, as well as my years of teaching, means I know a disturbing amount of math (through advanced calculus). Yet,...

...elementary and middle school science; elementary through high school math (through algebra, trigonometry, and geometry); elementary through high school history and social studies; and elementary through high school English. I enjoy tutoring all subjects, but I have a particular affinity for English, history, and social studies. I enjoy reading and writing, especially essay, memoir, poetry, news, and current events. Regarding my education, I earned my B.A. from Antioch College in 2005 in social and global...

...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 empathetic and creative when listening to students' difficulties with their material, and I strive to be their partner in finding solutions to fill the gaps in their understanding.

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.

...officer, a director of software engineering, a VP of engineering, and now a senior lean and agile enterprise coach. I ran for office and was elected to the city council. While running for office, and while being in office, I spoke and presented in public hundreds, if not at least over 1,000, times. I also won awards in college for forensics tournaments (various forms of public speaking). I have two graduate degrees, taught the entire...

...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 have a strong commitment to recognizing and supporting each student's individual learning style. I strive to create a supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to explore concepts and...

...Pikeville. After obtaining my bachelor's degree I went on to attain my Masters in Education and Supervision from Converse College. Finally, I am in the process of completing my second master's degree from Arizona State University in History with a specialization in North American History. I teach most Social Studies subjects to most levels of students and also test prep. I enjoy teaching many other subjects as well. I look forward to working with you...

...because I am always seeking to encourage others, and because the importance of education was instilled in me at a young age. Pairing these two passions, I love to help other students. I am most passionate about history, because as the saying goes, "you can't know where you are going if you do not know where you've been." I also truly appreciate tutoring Spanish. I had excellent Spanish instructors growing up, and I think it...

I received my B.A. in English and taught ELA for five years in upper elementary grades. I am very passionate about reading and writing and love seeing people fall in love with the written word as well as how to write polished papers.

I received my undergraduate and graduate degrees in Secondary Social Sciences Education at Western Carolina University. I have taught in both traditional and online classroom settings and love to use Educational Technology tools to help enhance students' learning experiences! I am dedicated to helping every learner succeed by adapting teaching techniques to individual skill levels. I love history and connecting the past to our present!

...pass benchmarks, or get a good grade on an essay; I want them to have the strong metacognitive skills, critical communication abilities, and content knowledge that will allow them to succeed in the classroom and beyond. I use a diagnostic-prescriptive style where I continually assess students' strengths, needs, and growth to determine and adapt my instruction. I assess measurable goals, but also teach attitudes and skills that will serve students throughout their academic careers. Learning...