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MD Student MS4 Experienced in MCAT/Admissions Mentoring
Hi, I'm Mili! I'm a fourth-year medical student who successfully scored in the 95th percentile on the MCAT in January 2021. I have been tutoring professionally for over 8 years now, particularly standardized test preparation and admissions...
Hi, I'm Mili! I'm a fourth-year medical student who successfully scored in the 95th percentile on the MCAT in January 2021. I have been tutoring professionally for over 8 years now, particularly standardized test preparation and admissions...
I began working with Mili as I prepared for the MCAT. Together we worked on a plan for my study schedule, weak spots, and goals. I cannot overstate her tremendous support in my MCAT success! Following successfully taking the MCAT ... - Joshua, 13 lessons with Mili

Near Durham, NC
Experienced Tutor, UNC Grad. AP/College Statistics & Coding Coaching
Hello, I'm Rachel! I graduated with degree in Statistics and a minor in Math with Highest Honors, Phi Beta Kappa, and an award for the top graduate in my major from UNC Chapel Hill. I am a current Master's student in Statistics at UNC Chapel Hill....
Hello, I'm Rachel! I graduated with degree in Statistics and a minor in Math with Highest Honors, Phi Beta Kappa, and an award for the top graduate in my major from UNC Chapel Hill. I am a current Master's student in Statistics at UNC Chapel Hill....
My daughter had her first session with Rachel and it was terrific! We met to align on goals and expectations, and to build a plan. Rachel highlighted the focus and commitment needed to be successful using great coaching techniques... - Georgina, 19 lessons with Rachel

Durham, NC
Supportive and Experienced Chemistry and Biology Tutor
Hi all! My name is Katherine and I graduated magna cum laude in Biology, concentrating in molecular genetics. I currently am in a research training program at a premier biomedical institute in the US. As a tutor, I do my best to simplify...
Hi all! My name is Katherine and I graduated magna cum laude in Biology, concentrating in molecular genetics. I currently am in a research training program at a premier biomedical institute in the US. As a tutor, I do my best to simplify...

Near Durham, NC
Veterinarian Tutor with Broad Biology & Medicine Background.
I graduated veterinary school in 2004 and was a practicing veterinarian for 15 years. My experience is diverse, having worked in hospitals, animal shelters and emergency medicine and I have a passion, above all, for client education. I loved...
I graduated veterinary school in 2004 and was a practicing veterinarian for 15 years. My experience is diverse, having worked in hospitals, animal shelters and emergency medicine and I have a passion, above all, for client education. I loved...
Fara is a great tutor, and I strongly recommend her! I was struggling in veterinary school. I started tutoring with Fara and improved my test scores by 20%. Fara has helped me with veterinary topics from clinical scenarios, clinic... - Cierra, 397 lessons with Fara

Near Durham, NC
Math, Science, Test Prep, Humanities tutor. M.Div.
I can teach General Relativity to an English major, and I can help physics students write essays for law school (I’ve done both). I specialize in taking hard concepts and making them relatable to anyone. Every person has a unique way of...
I can teach General Relativity to an English major, and I can help physics students write essays for law school (I’ve done both). I specialize in taking hard concepts and making them relatable to anyone. Every person has a unique way of...

Durham, NC
Award-winning writer helping students find English success
*Currently accepting essay editing/proofreading requests as well a tutoring* Hello! My name is Marcella, and I am thrilled to be your tutor. As a Reading teacher at a top-performing public middle school, I helped students find success in...
*Currently accepting essay editing/proofreading requests as well a tutoring* Hello! My name is Marcella, and I am thrilled to be your tutor. As a Reading teacher at a top-performing public middle school, I helped students find success in...

Durham, NC
Award-winning math instructor with 10+ years tutoring experience
I have over a decade of experience tutoring and teaching math through advanced* undergraduate level. My students and clients have consistently praised my patience and clarity. While a mathematics lecturer and TA at the University of Maryland, I...
I have over a decade of experience tutoring and teaching math through advanced* undergraduate level. My students and clients have consistently praised my patience and clarity. While a mathematics lecturer and TA at the University of Maryland, I...
Christian helped me in my discrete structures class (CS250) and I don't know how I would have done it without him. He was knowledgeable and able to handle anything that came up with ease, but more importantly, he presented the mat... - Robert , 25 lessons with Christian

Durham, NC
Tutor for SAT/ACT math and STEM subjects
Hello, I'm Jaanavi! I graduated my high school as a valedictorian and shortly after went to Duke to study engineering and minor in finance. As far as math courses go, I have experience in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre Calculus, AP Calculus...
Hello, I'm Jaanavi! I graduated my high school as a valedictorian and shortly after went to Duke to study engineering and minor in finance. As far as math courses go, I have experience in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Pre Calculus, AP Calculus...

Durham, NC
Molecular Biology Instructor at Duke University
I earned my Ph.D. from Duke University’s Biology Department in August 2024, where my doctoral research focused on the innate cellular response to stress exposure. During my studies, I identified 11 novel biomarkers that can detect cellular...
I earned my Ph.D. from Duke University’s Biology Department in August 2024, where my doctoral research focused on the innate cellular response to stress exposure. During my studies, I identified 11 novel biomarkers that can detect cellular...

Durham, NC
Dedicated and Experienced Nursing Tutor and Instructor
My name is Chidinma, but you can call me “Chidi”! I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing. I graduated at the top of my class and won the undergraduate nursing award. I was also voted as the “Most...
My name is Chidinma, but you can call me “Chidi”! I graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing. I graduated at the top of my class and won the undergraduate nursing award. I was also voted as the “Most...
Chidi was very helpful and exactly who I was looking for! I was stressed and overwhelmed with NCLEX material and wasn’t sure where to turn for help but I’m glad I had her. Right away she asked me what my goals were so I knew that ... - Luke, 3 lessons with Chidinma

Durham, NC
Experienced Nurse Educator
My name is Marcella. I am a nurse educator and nurse clinician. My teaching experience in nursing started after I earned a Master of Science (MS) in nursing. The emphasis on the role of educator in my MS program has provided me with skills needed...
My name is Marcella. I am a nurse educator and nurse clinician. My teaching experience in nursing started after I earned a Master of Science (MS) in nursing. The emphasis on the role of educator in my MS program has provided me with skills needed...

Durham, NC
MD/MBA|Incoming Dermatology Resident |267 USMLE Step 2
Hi, I’m Max! I’m an incoming MD/MBA Dermatology Resident and scored 267 on USMLE Step 2. I graduated Summa Cum Laude in Physiology from the University of Arizona and earned my joint MD/MBA at UAB Heersink School of Medicine. I help high...
Hi, I’m Max! I’m an incoming MD/MBA Dermatology Resident and scored 267 on USMLE Step 2. I graduated Summa Cum Laude in Physiology from the University of Arizona and earned my joint MD/MBA at UAB Heersink School of Medicine. I help high...
I’m a first year veterinary student and Max has been helping me a lot in immunology. I really like the fact that he doesn’t just give me the answers, he has me explain the concepts to him and then helps me in areas get a deeper u... - David, 5 lessons with Max

Near Durham, NC
Certified Teacher in Many Areas Looking to Tutor
I am a certified teacher in several different areas: elementary education, special education, middle school and high school English, and middle school and high school social studies. I would also be comfortable in tutoring people for the reading...
I am a certified teacher in several different areas: elementary education, special education, middle school and high school English, and middle school and high school social studies. I would also be comfortable in tutoring people for the reading...

Durham, NC
522 MCAT | C/P and P/S Specialist |Personalized Tutoring Approach
I am currently a MS1 at Duke University School of Medicine and graduated magna cum laude from Duke University as a Neuroscience major with minors in Chemistry and Sociology. In college, I gained extensive experience in tutoring with 100 hours of...
I am currently a MS1 at Duke University School of Medicine and graduated magna cum laude from Duke University as a Neuroscience major with minors in Chemistry and Sociology. In college, I gained extensive experience in tutoring with 100 hours of...

Durham, NC
Effective Reading & Math Tutor
I am an experienced educator with over 10 years in elementary education. I've worked as a general education teacher, a reading teacher, a private tutor and a curriculum specialist. I hold a Master of Education in Teaching and Learning and a...
I am an experienced educator with over 10 years in elementary education. I've worked as a general education teacher, a reading teacher, a private tutor and a curriculum specialist. I hold a Master of Education in Teaching and Learning and a...

Near Durham, NC
Published, Award Winning Art, Model, and Product Photographer
I have an undergraduate degree from Cornell, an MBA from the University of Michigan, and have done a lot of coursework at other colleges including classes in photography, Photoshop, and Lightroom Classic. Most importantly I love teaching. I spent...
I have an undergraduate degree from Cornell, an MBA from the University of Michigan, and have done a lot of coursework at other colleges including classes in photography, Photoshop, and Lightroom Classic. Most importantly I love teaching. I spent...
David will vary his pace to suit my needs. When we are in the flow, he can move the lesson along at cruising speed, but when I get lost he can instantly slow down to step-by=step. - Ken, 43 lessons with David

Durham, NC
Expert STEM Tutor - Engineering PhD With Years of Tutoring Experience
Hello Prospective Student! I am an Electrical and Computer Engineering PhD student at Duke university with over a decade of experience tutoring students in STEM. My specialties include math, physics, computer science, engineering, and ACT/SAT...
Hello Prospective Student! I am an Electrical and Computer Engineering PhD student at Duke university with over a decade of experience tutoring students in STEM. My specialties include math, physics, computer science, engineering, and ACT/SAT...
Bahaa helped me with a project for a digital systems design course, and I couldn’t have done it without his support. I started out feeling overwhelmed, but by the end, I felt confident and proud of my work. He made sure I understo... - Octavia, 2 lessons with Bahaa

Durham, NC
Need to prep for a job interview? Contact me. I can help.
Career Counselor with over a decade of experience helping new grads and career changers. I can assist with job search: resumes, cover letters, practice interviews, whatever help is needed. I am also a certified ESL teacher-tutor with 10+ years of...
Career Counselor with over a decade of experience helping new grads and career changers. I can assist with job search: resumes, cover letters, practice interviews, whatever help is needed. I am also a certified ESL teacher-tutor with 10+ years of...
I had a first lesson with Nicole. Even though it was first class she was well prepared and very kind and patient. We cover from pronunciation, words, phrase, and grammer. The lesson went smoothly.^^ - SuYeon, 5 lessons with Nicole

Durham, NC
1L Law & LSAT Tutor | Expert in Legal Writing, Business & Tax
As a 1L Law and LSAT tutor, I specialize in helping students master legal writing, foundational case law, and logical reasoning. With over a decade of experience in online teaching, I bring clarity, strategy, and structure to every session. My...
As a 1L Law and LSAT tutor, I specialize in helping students master legal writing, foundational case law, and logical reasoning. With over a decade of experience in online teaching, I bring clarity, strategy, and structure to every session. My...
Tomeka is a five-star tutor and I'm glad that I found her. She is very knowledgeable in law and helpful for students like me who is entering a world of law, which can be intimidating. - Bre, 3 lessons with Tomeka

Near Durham, NC
Experienced and Patient Writing, Literature and Humanities Coach
I have been helping students of all abilities learn how to succeed since 1985. My experience teaching and developing college writing and literature courses, tutoring in a university writing center, helping found another and serving for over a...
I have been helping students of all abilities learn how to succeed since 1985. My experience teaching and developing college writing and literature courses, tutoring in a university writing center, helping found another and serving for over a...
We highly recommend Steven for tutoring in English: writing, editing reading comprehension, literature. He is superb! Steven has worked with our high school son and on occasion our college daughter. He has helped with all kinds... - John, 143 lessons with Steven

Near Durham, NC
AP Physics & College Physics Specialist|Physics Made Easy| PhD Student
My name is Daniel and I am a Physicist who teaches/tutors Physics and Mathematics. I have recently graduated from Tulane University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics with Honors and Mathematics. I am soon to become a PhD student...
My name is Daniel and I am a Physicist who teaches/tutors Physics and Mathematics. I have recently graduated from Tulane University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics with Honors and Mathematics. I am soon to become a PhD student...
I searched through a huge selection of tutors for AP Physics C. I tried classes with more than 10 tutors, and my message to Daniel was, frankly, a last cry of despair before another unit test in mechanics, which I had already resi... - Vera, 30 lessons with Daniel

Near Durham, NC
Patient and Knowledgeable AP Statistics Tutor
I tutor AP Statistics exclusively. I am a retired, NC Certified high school math teacher. I have been teaching and tutoring AP Statistics since 2009 and I was an AP Reader (grader). I have successfully tutored hundreds of students in...
I tutor AP Statistics exclusively. I am a retired, NC Certified high school math teacher. I have been teaching and tutoring AP Statistics since 2009 and I was an AP Reader (grader). I have successfully tutored hundreds of students in...
My son said his lesson with Wanda was excellent - she explained concepts in a clear way with good explanations, and she was very prepared ahead of time with sample problems for him to complete. We definitely hope to hire her again... - Leigh, 10 lessons with Wanda

Durham, NC
Former Univ. Lecturer working with all ages on writing and test prep
I was a University Lecturer for 23 years. I taught History of Religions, Literature, critical Writing and Reading, Film and Social Sciences. I have worked with emotionally disturbed teenagers in literary arts and theater. I am a published poet and...
I was a University Lecturer for 23 years. I taught History of Religions, Literature, critical Writing and Reading, Film and Social Sciences. I have worked with emotionally disturbed teenagers in literary arts and theater. I am a published poet and...

Near Durham, NC
Biomedical Engineer - Math, Science, Test Prep Expert
I received my Master of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering from UCLA through which I have taken many advanced level math and science courses. Having a background in research and technology, I try to relate high school course material to...
I received my Master of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering from UCLA through which I have taken many advanced level math and science courses. Having a background in research and technology, I try to relate high school course material to...
Michael helped my son prep for his AP exam in Physics I. He was extremely flexible with my sons changing schedule and was patient and thorough. His feedback post session was very useful. Our son felt very confident going into his ... - Sue, 4 lessons with Michael

Durham, NC
Highly Experienced ESL/Writing/IELTS/Grammar English & Farsi Teacher
My name is Anita, and I have been passionately teaching English for over 30 years. I embrace diversity and cultural learning. I speak Persian (Farsi), English, Arabic, and French. I hold a BA in French and an MA in Teaching English as a...
My name is Anita, and I have been passionately teaching English for over 30 years. I embrace diversity and cultural learning. I speak Persian (Farsi), English, Arabic, and French. I hold a BA in French and an MA in Teaching English as a...
Having Anita as my tutor is the best decision I've ever made to fundamentally revamp my English writing. She is extremely experienced, forthright, proactive, meticulous, and dependable. Most essentially, she tailors the curriculum... - Carol, 13 lessons with Anita
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