My name is Yahya, and I am a student at Davidson College (Class of 2029) majoring in Economics with a minor in Data Science. I tutor in Davidson, North Carolina, and my strongest area is K–12 math, where I help students master everything from foundational arithmetic to Algebra, Geometry, and Pre‑Calculus. I focus on breaking down challenging concepts into simple, understandable steps and teaching students how to approach problems strategically rather than memorizing procedures. I also tutor computer science (Scratch, Python, digital literacy), where I help students connect mathematical thinking to coding and real‑world applications. I have extensive tutoring experience across multiple settings. At Code Ninjas, I taught students the foundations of programming, logic, and game development, helping them build confidence with technology while strengthening their mathematical thinking. At The Tutoring Center, I provided one‑on‑one academic support in math, reading, writing, and study skills, adapting lessons to each student’s learning style. I also work as an online tutor, supporting students in math and computer science through personalized sessions that focus on clarity, structure, and confidence‑building. Outside academics, I enjoy playing basketball, tennis, and soccer, and I have experience coaching youth soccer, which has taught me how to motivate students, build their confidence, and help them grow through consistent practice. I’m also an avid reader and enjoy supporting students in creative writing and enrichment activities. As a tutor, my goal is to help students feel confident, capable, and curious—especially in math. I love watching students go from “I don’t get this” to “I can do this,” and I’m committed to creating a supportive environment where they can thrive academically and personally.
Yahya works with students from the following schools:
Yahya offers in-person tutoring on or near the Davidson College campus for families across Davidson North Carolina, Cornelius North Carolina, Huntersville North Carolina, Mooresville North Carolina, Mecklenburg County North Carolina, Iredell County North Carolina.
If you have a specific tutor in mind, you're welcome to request them directly — we'll confirm whether they're available and the right fit for your student. Otherwise, Ryan writes a personal email to understand your student's needs, learning style, and goals — then handpicks a tutor from the roster. You're not filling out a form and getting assigned randomly. If the first tutor isn't the right fit after the first session, we'll find you a better match at no extra charge.
Yes. Many families start with a single session to see how the tutor and student connect before committing to a regular schedule. There's no pressure to book in advance — reach out and we'll set something up.
Yes. Many of our tutors are strong across several subjects, and sessions can cover more than one if that's what the student needs that week. Flexibility is built into how we work.
Most of our tutors continue working through breaks, either online or in-person at the college if the tutors remain on campus during that vacation. We'll let you know in advance if a tutor has a gap in availability and arrange coverage with one of our other tutors — in-person or online — in the required subject.
Occasionally, if the student lives very close to the tutor's campus. Most sessions take place on or near the college campus or online. This keeps sessions in an academically focused environment — which tends to produce better results.
The families who see the biggest results are the ones who commit to a regular cadence — typically once, twice, or three times a week. One-on-one tutoring with a student from an elite college, who genuinely understands the material, is a fundamentally different experience from a tutoring center or an app. Most of our clients stay with us for multiple semesters.
Email Ryan@ShiresTutoring.com and mention which tutor and college town you're interested in, or fill out our Request a Tutor form. We typically respond within one business day.
That depends on where your student is starting and how consistently they show up. Yahya will identify the specific gaps, focus sessions on them, and adjust as the student progresses. Families who stick to a weekly schedule typically see meaningful progress within four to six weeks.
Email Ryan@ShiresTutoring.com and mention you'd like to work with Yahya at Davidson College, or fill out our Request a Tutor form — you can also click the Request a Tutor button at the bottom of this page. We'll follow up within one business day to confirm availability and schedule your first session.