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In-Home Tutoring and Education

College Apps, Homework, Tests—I’ve Got You Covered

Check out sample chapters from my new book The Golden Thread— a peek at what I teach about writing college personal statements

I help young minds achieve academic success

I’m Dr. Chris—a UCLA PhD with a decade of teaching experience and $500,000+ in scholarships won. I tutor precollege students in Dallas-Fort Worth (Keller, Southlake, Birdville, Flower Mound, Lewisville, Grapevine, and more), bringing my passion for teaching and college app expertise to your door. Most of my students stay with me for years—I’d love to boost your student’s success, too!

I operate a small, local business with low overhead and fair pricing. No worksheets or busy work. I come to you. Limited spaces available.

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Dr. Chris

“I give students top-notch tutoring and college app help—at fair prices.”

More than just tutoring

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  • I've won over 500k in scholarships, fellowships, and competitions and coached hundreds of students to win scholarships.

    Assistance with college personal statement and essay writing. I offer:

    Application guidance for college admissions

    Consultation on summer and other extracurricular activities to enhance applications

  • I offer comprehensive support to students, assisting them in preparing for classes and guiding them through homework assignments in reading, writing, and English composition. My focus is to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge essential for college-level reading and writing.

    Language Arts (L&A)

    AP Human Geography

    AP World History

    English Composition

    Research & Academic Writing

    Various disciplines, including the hard sciences

  • Review sessions, test-taking strategies, memory strategies, and interactive student-centered knowledge building.

    AP Human Geo, World History, and all AP English courses.

  • Most students need assistance on test-taking strategies and memory techniques. I guide through homework assignments and unit tests to prepare them to score higher. I build confidence for exams to optimize their academic performance.

  • Tailored for advanced learners seeking customized educational paths aligned with their learning objectives.

    Specialized courses designed to meet the goals of each student.

    Past offerings include introductory university-level courses in:

    Writing for the Sciences

    English composition

    History-writing

    Narrative criticism

    World literature

    Translation

    And other subjects tailored to student interests.

  • I provide opportunities for students to practice new study study skills crucial for academic success. Implementing mapping and boxing methodologies, students learn to visualize and simplify complex information, enhancing comprehension and retention.

    My goal is to equip students with subject knowledge and essential lifelong learning skills, encouraging autonomy, critical thinking, and effective study habits.

  • I work with students to learn effective organization, time management, efficient portal navigation, assignment scaffolding, and task priorities. Students gain an ability to put practical tools and strategies into practice.

Why me?

I've seen the industry's high prices but I knew there was a better way:

  • Straightforward Guidance: College essays and tutoring are not as complex as they're made out to be. No worksheets or busy work.

  • Affordable Excellence: Quality help shouldn't break the bank.

  • Local Business: Texas-owned and operated. No faceless franchise. No big business. No outsourcing. No fees. No commitment. No fluff.

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  • Ph.D., UCLA, 2021

    M.A. Arabic, UCLA, 2018

    B.A. Theological Studies, The King’s University, 2013

    English Language Pedagogy, UCLA

    Arabic Language Pedagogy, UCLA

    Download his full CV/Resume

  • I lived abroad for two years as a Fulbright Scholar. I have coached many of my previous students to win this prestigious fellowship.

    • Entered the nation’s best schools

    • Winning scholarship competitions

    • Advanced multiple grade levels

    • Become historians

    • Developed critical reading, writing, and speaking skills

    • Fulbright Scholar (2021-23)

    • Current Research Fellow at Haifa Center for Mediterranean History

    • Four-year Mellon Award recipient, UCLA

    • Graduated summa cum laude

    • Foreign Language and Area Studies Program (FLAS) Fellowship ($22K)

    • Wallace Johnson First Book Program participant

    • UCLA Dissertation Year Fellowship recipient

Success Stories & Achievements

NEW!

Transparent Pricing (hourly)

New students get 25% off their first one-on-one session!

One-On-One

$80

I provide short and long-term in-home tutoring year-round in Keller, Westlake, Southlake, Grapevine, Colleyville, serving Carroll ISD, KISD, and NISD students. No hidden fees, supplies, or long-term commitments. 24-hour cancellation notice. A parent/guardian must be present during sessions.

College Application Essays

$100

Typically, students achieve their goals in under five sessions. College applications can be tricky, but I've been accepted to some of the best institutions and have won $500,000 in scholarships and awards through my application writing expertise. I will share everything I know with your student.

My Golden Thread chapters are free—start there, then book me.

What Students Are Saying

  • "Why can't all teachers be like him? Teachers want you to learn, but Dr. Chris makes you think so that the learning just happens."

    — J, Carrol High School

  • "He instilled a deep passion in me for English and History.

    — Summer, 9th grade, Harvard Westlake

  • "He is highly innovative and can make a real impact on the young students and fellows in the community he serves, as well as on the academic discourse about the various conflicts in society, and how they are narrated in religious texts. In addition, Chris brings with him a rich experience as a community builder."

    — Anat, Director of Fulbright

  • "Dr. Chris is skilled and intelligent, and an invaluable resource for anyone seeking help in academic writing. "

    — Tyler, 11th grade, Harvard Westlake School

  • "Dr. Chris provided critical feedback for my grant proposal. His edits were invaluable for strenghening my proposal, and he helped me to write in a way to optimally market myself."

    — Dr. Martin Chan, Professor

Send me a note.

I’ll respond in 24 hours and get right on creating a personalized action plan for your student. No wasted time. No consultations. Right to action.

You can always call Dr. Chris with questions. 805.332.2337