Private Lessons & Coaches in Cornelius, NC

As a lifelong bilingual professional, educator and mentor, I am passionate about helping others gain confidence in Spanish through practical, engaging, and culturally informed coaching. With over 18 years of experience in interpreting, language access, and community education, I have guided individuals from diverse backgrounds in developing effective communication skills. My coaching style focuses on real-world application, personalized learning, and empowering students.

Native Spanish speaker. Work in a middle School as a teacher assistant with EC and multilingual students

Hi everyone! I am Ms. Acuff. I am a highly experienced Special Education teacher. I’ve taught high‑school students for several years and also serve as the Lead SPED teacher at my home school. I’ve co‑taught Math and English Levels 1–4, so I understand the challenges and strengths you bring to different subjects. My classroom is structured, supportive, and focused on helping you build independence and real‑life skills. I break things down step‑by‑step, teach strategies that make school easier.

I have a bachelors degree in Biology and am passionate about education. I have experience in Montessori approach with toddlers. I have tutored in a traditional learning style elementary school. I have two kids, and currently tutor my tenth grader. I have also tutored calculus and physics while in college. After working with me, I truly hope you walk away knowing what you need to focus on. I like to approach the problem in a way that is easier for you to understand.

"Helps me in a fun and cool way she helped me in decimals. And is the reason I am so smart but some times I don’t understand and she tries to help in different ways to make sure I understand. Like the way she thought me how to spell banana and understand. She’s really helpful and smart. Sometimes she will teach you a song to help you spell like the banana song. She’s been teaching for a long time she’s been teaching me for almost 5 years.

Chris Corders, a former college football Wide Receiver at NC State, boasts an impressive athletic background with accolades such as Freshman All-American in 1987 and All-American Honorable Mention in 1989. Despite facing setbacks from two major knee injuries that ended his professional prospects, Chris transitioned into coaching and training athletes. With over 25 years of experience as a high school football coach and certifications as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Exercise Therapist, Chris offers expert sports-specific training. Students can expect to learn from his wealth of experience and knowledge in enhancing their athletic performance.

"Met Coach Corders at Nike Football Camp my freshman year. Saw him providing instruction to WR/DB group. The way he was able to communicate what to do and illustrate how to execute various skills was extraordinary. Asked him to train me. Ironically, he coached football at my school, Metrolina Christian Academy. We trained 2-3/week and wide receiver skills, speed & agility along with strength and conditioning. He helped me to maintain focus on details, and train like a starter from Day One. If you are serious about football, fitness.. Coach Corders is the trainer for you.

With six years of high school football coaching experience, I bring passion, knowledge, and a commitment to developing athletes both on and off the field. I have served as an Offensive Coordinator and have coached quarterbacks, running backs, and wide receivers, giving me a complete understanding of offensive football and player development at multiple positions. I take coaching seriously and hold myself and my athletes to a high standard. My goal is to help every player maximize their potential through discipline, hard work, and attention to detail. I believe in building confidence, teaching fundamentals, and creating an environment where athletes are challenged to become the best version of themselves. As a coach, I provide individualized instruction tailored to each athlete’s strengths and areas for improvement. Whether it’s improving football IQ, mastering position-specific techniques, or developing leadership and work ethic, I am fully invested in helping players reach their goals. My dedication, experience, and passion for the game make me someone you can trust to guide and develop young athletes at a high level.

Baseball has shaped my life and I am passionate about helping young athletes grow both on and off the field. I am a 3 time state champion in baseball in high school. I have coached a state championship team. I have coached draft picks and tons of college athletes over the last 10 years. I have work in the USA Baseball organization for the last 7 years and have learned a lot of my teaching through great coaches and mentors. I want your best effort and attitude at all times and be sucessful.

My goal as a science instructor is to help all students make connections between the sciences and with the world. I have taught Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology, Environmental Science and other courses in career that spans years. The quote that best represents my teaching philosophy is by Louis Pasteur. “In the fields of observation, chance only favors the mind which is prpepared…”

Unlocking potential on the court is my specialty. With 25 years of volleyball coaching, I offer my knowledge and expertise as international volleyball coach level III FIVB and specialized in volleyball, Leipzig University in Germany, coach in skill development and strategic play. Let's elevate your game with a focused and fun approach!

"Mario took my daughter's skills to another level. He took the time to work on techniques and explained every step in detail. After each lesson he makes sure to give her something to work/ practice at home.He got Isabel ready for tryouts and even checked in with us to see how it went. I highly recommend Mario

Hello, I’m an experienced mathematics educator with over 14 years of experience at the secondary level. I hold a Bachelor of Mathematics Degree and a Masters in Arts of Teaching. I have served as a high school math teacher, department chair, and instructional leader in North Carolina and internationally in Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. I passionate about student achievement, curriculum development, and supporting learners through learning and meaningful instruction.