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

...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 life experiences. I view education as a skill; education is not around...

...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 and graduate programs can be very stressful at times, so if I can help you feel prepared to do your...

...science major with a focus on economics at the University of Rochester. 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...

Hello! My name is A'Nya and I am a current undergraduate at the University of Chicago. I plan on double majoring in Political Science and English. I have three years of experience tutoring and working with children, so I am more than capable of handling your young scholar.

...about learning as I am about teaching and kick-started my tutoring career many years ago while volunteering at a refugee home in Berlin. It's been an amazing journey ever since! Between teaching 4th grade 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...

...about helping secondary and post-secondary students to read texts carefully, to make 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...

...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 students!... I believe...

...a college professor while possibly doing some independent consulting work. It is my eventual goal to be involved in academic administration. Along with a strong economics background, I am also well-versed in mathematics (up to multi-variable calculus), geography, writing, literature, reading, and history. I enjoy reading, writing and performing music, and sports during my free time. It is my passion to help others succeed and to recognize their maximum level of potential!... The core of my...

...is 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...

...UNC Chapel Hill with a degree in Elementary Education and then while teaching, got my Master's Degree in Special Education from East Carolina University. This is my 7th year as an educator and I have taught grades ranging from Kindergarten to 3rd. In college, I worked as a Resident Advisor and volunteered with many organizations including HYPE which focused on providing after school tutoring to young students :). I can tutor any elementary subject but...

...breakthrough. I believe that anything can be understood if it's taught in the right way, by the right person. Math and science are my favorite subjects to teach. I have autism and it helps me to see 8 different ways to explain any topic. Overall I love seeing students become more confident. My biggest struggle growing up was with Math, but after I had the right tutor and then eventually the right teacher, everything suddenly...

...at Duke University double-majoring in English and Political Science. My favorite classes tend to be English and Social Studies classes, and I enjoy the unique perspectives that each student brings to the topics that they're 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...

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!

...History, Spanish 1-2, and Reading to struggling students. In my experience helping struggling students prepare for Standardized Tests. I have spent the last 9 years Homeschooling our child developing her curriculum and teaching all subjects in elementary, and middle grades. I believe education is the key to opening all possibilities for an improved quality of life. I try to impart this appreciation to all of my students. I enjoy reading, watching movies, and spending time...

...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 students I have worked with succeed provides me with tremendous satisfaction and drives me to continue tutoring. I specialize in tutoring for standardized tests, including the MCAT, GRE, SAT, and ACT, and have scored in the 99th percentile on the MCAT, SAT, and ACT. I also tutor the sciences and can...

...can learn and excel in any educational endeavor they choose. As a teacher I have accustomed myself to the many learning styles and diversity of the modern classroom. I retired from classroom teaching in 2015. However, I have been teaching part-time and full-time since my retirement. I love what I do and I fully enjoy the opportunity help students be successful. Having two consecutive careers in science and education allows me to help students bridge...

...while attending college at Fayetteville State University. I have always had a passion for assisting people in the learning process. I have taught English and ESL on every grade level so I am familiar with the many struggles present in the language. It is my obligation to prepare the future leaders of tomorrow with the most essential component for their success. One will never be completely successful in any field until they master the English...

...recent graduate of North Carolina State University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Communication Media and Spanish Language & Literature with a minor in journalism. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English and Spanish Literature, and journalistic writing. In my experience helping students, we always have a fun experience as we learn because it is important to me to cultivate a positive learning environment. I believe in...

...from UNC Chapel Hill with a major in religious studies, but I 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....

...love to tutor students. In high school I launched a tutoring program for elementary school students. After college I launched a tutoring program at a public school in Washington, DC. While working at Duke University, I mentored students on ways to engage constructively on policy issues. When working with students, I'm continually seeking those "a-ha" moments when students grasp a challenging concept. They now know that concept for life, and can use it as a...