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Professor

Certified Tutor

5+ years

Professor

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics
Professor's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Linear Algebra
Multivariable Calculus
Trigonometry

Every learner processes information differently, and Professor Florence draws on her psychology training at UCLA to identify where a student's understanding is breaking down and restructure the material accordingly. She adapts pacing, visual aids, and practice strategies to match each student's lear...

Education

University of California Los Angeles

Bachelor of Science, Applied Mathematics

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Non Degree Doctorals, Engineering Design

Alfrenesia

Certified Tutor

4+ years

Alfrenesia

Masters in Education, Special Education
Alfrenesia's other Tutor Subjects
Calculus
Algebra
College Essays
English Grammar and Syntax

I am persuasive and capable of developing rapport and trust, as well as experienced in influencing the attitudes and ideas of others.

Education

Cambridge College

Masters in Education, Special Education

Paine College

Bachelor in Arts, English

Certified Tutor

6+ years

Mimi

Masters in Education, Education
Mimi's other Tutor Subjects
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am an interdisciplinary educator with an Ed.M. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. from Dartmouth College. My background is primarily in integrated arts learning and museum education and I specialize in visual arts, history and art history, and object-based learning. In all su...

Education

Harvard University

Masters in Education, Education

Dartmouth College

B.A.

Test Scores
SAT
1560

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Aaron

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering
Aaron's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Calculus 2
Calculus
Algebra

I'm not tutoring or buried in my textbooks, you will either find me rock climbing at the Triangle Rock Club, playing Ultimate Frisbee, working on my car, or enjoying the great outdoors (beaches, mountains, forests--you name it, I love it). On rainy weekends I enjoy tinkering with computers and old e...

Education

The University of Texas at Dallas

Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

Duke University

Current Grad Student, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1530

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Nina

Masters in biostatistics
Nina's other Tutor Subjects
Statistics Graduate Level
Statistics
Calculus
Algebra

I am a recent graduate from a masters program in biostatistics at Columbia University. I received my Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences, with a focus in neurobiology at Northwestern University. In August, I will be starting a doctoral program in biostatistics at NYU. I was a teaching assistant ...

Education

Columbia University

Masters in biostatistics

Northwestern University

Bachelor of Arts in biological sciences (focus in neurobiology)

Columbia University in the City of New York

Current Grad Student, Biostatistics

Test Scores
SAT
1550

Certified Tutor

Reid

PHD, Education
Reid's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of Wesleyan University, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with High Honors. With eight years of experience working in education, I've tutored students in math, science, history, and English, as well as helped students prepare for standardized tests. I've guided adults...

Education

Harvard University

PHD, Education

Wesleyan University

Bachelor in Arts, Sociology

Test Scores
ACT
32

Certified Tutor

Liz

Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12
Liz's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Calculus
Algebra

I am a graduate of Washington University in St Louis, where I received my Bachelor of Arts in History with minors in Humanities and Anthropology. Since graduation, I have worked as a tutor, teacher, and director of tutors at a charter public middle school in Boston. During this time I also received ...

Education

Simmons College

Masters, Special Education: Mild to Moderate Disabilities 5-12

Washington University in St. Louis

Bachelor of Arts in History (minors in Humanities and Anthropology)

Test Scores
ACT
34

Certified Tutor

10+ years

Clara

Bachelors, Psychology
Clara's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus
Middle School Math

I am tutoring I tend to ask my students to try to "teach" me concepts they are struggling with, or walk me through a problem that is challenging them, so that any conceptual mistakes or assumptions they are making become clear. In addition, I am a firm believer in never providing the answer to a spe...

Education

Stanford University

Bachelors, Psychology

Test Scores
SAT
1510

Certified Tutor

Christopher

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Christopher's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
College Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am a rising sophomore at Harvard College and am about to declare as a Mechanical Engineering concentrator, working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. I've always enjoyed sharing my knowledge with my peers and those around me and have done so in both formal and informal settings. I've been a tut...

Education

Harvard College

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
ACT
35

Certified Tutor

Charles

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Charles's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Algebra 3/4
Trigonometry

I am a junior Mechanical Engineering major at Yale, and I hope to become a Naval Aviator after college. I am also a varsity sailor, and enjoy playing music with friends when I can get some free time. I have been tutoring my fellow students throughout my entire academic career, and I would best descr...

Education

Yale University

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Test Scores
SAT
1440
ACT
34

Frequently Asked Questions

Special education tutoring is personalized 1-on-1 instruction designed to support students with individualized education programs (IEPs), 504 plans, or specific learning differences. Unlike classroom instruction, which must serve 20-30 students at varying levels, special education tutoring focuses entirely on your student's unique learning style, pace, and goals. Tutors work with your student's existing IEP or intervention plan to reinforce skills, build confidence, and help bridge gaps between classroom instruction and independent mastery.

Students in special education often struggle with reading fluency and comprehension, math fact automaticity and problem-solving, executive function skills like organization and time management, and social-emotional learning. Many also face difficulty transferring skills learned in one setting to another, or keeping pace with grade-level content while working on foundational gaps. Personalized tutoring addresses these specific challenges through targeted practice, explicit strategy instruction, and consistent reinforcement tailored to how your student learns best.

Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who understand IEP goals and can reinforce the same strategies and accommodations your student receives at school. Before starting, we gather information about your student's current plan, learning profile, and specific areas of focus—whether that's reading intervention, math skills, or executive function support. This ensures tutoring complements classroom instruction rather than duplicating it, and helps your student build consistency across learning environments.

The first session is an assessment and relationship-building opportunity. The tutor will learn about your student's strengths, learning style, current challenges, and any specific goals you want to focus on. They'll observe how your student approaches tasks, what strategies work well, and where support is needed most. This foundation allows the tutor to design a personalized approach for future sessions that builds on what's working and addresses priority areas.

Progress in special education tutoring is tracked through concrete, observable improvements aligned with IEP goals or specific skill targets. This might include increased reading fluency (words read correctly per minute), improved math computation accuracy, better organization of written work, or more consistent use of learned strategies. Tutors typically share progress updates and can help you monitor growth through work samples, skill checklists, and regular communication about what's improving and where continued focus is needed.

Yes. Raleigh's 17 school districts follow North Carolina state standards and curriculum frameworks, and tutors who work with students in Raleigh are familiar with these expectations and how they translate to individualized instruction. Whether your student attends a Wake County school, charter school, or private institution, tutors can align support with your school's specific approach to reading, math, and other core subjects while meeting your student's unique learning needs.

When you connect with Varsity Tutors, we match you with tutors who have relevant experience supporting students with learning differences, IEPs, or specific skill gaps. You can share details about your student's needs—whether that's dyslexia support, ADHD strategies, autism spectrum support, or other areas—and we'll connect you with someone qualified to help. It's important to find a tutor who understands both the academic content and the specific learning profile of your student.

The best time to start is when you notice your student is struggling to keep pace, when new IEP goals are set, or when you want to reinforce skills being taught at school. Many families start tutoring at the beginning of a school year, after an IEP meeting, or when a specific academic challenge emerges. Early intervention and consistent support tend to build confidence and prevent frustration, so reaching out sooner rather than later often leads to better outcomes for students in special education.

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