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About
I’m an expert academic coach and tutor with a strong background in both education and technical communication. I attended Brown University on a full scholarship and have years of full-time teaching experience in schools, plus extensive work as a private academic coach.
I specialize in test preparation, reading and writing tutoring, and college admissions counseling, helping students build skills, confidence, and clear strategies for success.
Before tutoring full time, I had an award-winning career in Technical Communications, working as a trainer at a major organization and as a writer for Bell Laboratories Technical Publications. I also served as co-editor of a Prentice-Hall text on programming.
If you’re looking for thoughtful, experienced support for your academic or admissions goals, I’d be glad to help.
Overview
Hired 5 times
Serves Duluth, GA
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1 employee
10 years in business
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Matt N.
Feb 17, 2026
We are so grateful for the incredible support our junior in high school has received. Coach Curry is truly dynamic — engaging, attentive, and exceptionally thoughtful. She pays close attention to detail and understands not only the material, but how our teen learns best.
She recognizes strengths, gently addresses challenges, and tailors each session to meet individual needs. It’s clear she genuinely knows and cares about our child’s growth, both academically and personally. We’ve seen such a boost in confidence and skills. We couldn’t recommend her more highly for SAT Prep or specific subjects such as Physics. Thank you, Coach Curry!
Joseph S.
Dec 28, 2025
Initially we were looking for a tutor for our daughter and what we received in return was both a life coach and tutor. Her input was priceless. Coach Curry’s involvement was extremely impactful in preparing our daughter for graduation and college. She has been involved in our lives for over 5 years and has played a major role in both our daughter’s academic success and managing life’s challenges along the way. We could not be more satisfied with our decision!
Coach Curry: Brown Grad, ASU Master's.'s reply
What a priceless journey to coach your daughter, Joseph; as she completes her first year in college, I am recalling with gratitude our years together of growth, challenges, and triumphs. Thank you for your invaluable input and your trust.
Victor L.
Dec 26, 2025
Coach Curry has guided my two daughters from high school to college with great results. She is knowledgeable about the system and provides timely support and encouragement.
Coach Curry: Brown Grad, ASU Master's.'s reply
Thank you Victor. Not only are your daughters a delight to work with, but so has been working with you and your wife on their post-HS goals, launching their adult lives in great ways I could not have planned.
Shyla R.
Dec 26, 2025
Coach Curry helped me immediately improve my Language Arts grades in 4th grade. But working with her for several years, my confidence and work ethic also improved. Plus our sessions always engaged me in fun ways.
Coach Curry: Brown Grad, ASU Master's.'s reply
Thank you, Shyla, for your feedback. Over the years, I've been honored to work with you as you moved your low grades in English to As. You have become a self-confident teenager as well as skilled writer and reader. Bravo!
Karris M.
May 21, 2026
I just wanted to take a moment to truly thank Coach Curry for all the support and dedication she's shown in working with my son. Her patience, encouragement, and commitment have made such a positive impact not only in his learning but in his confidence as well. We’re so grateful for Coach Curry!
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VALERIE CURRY
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Discounts for families with two or more students to coach.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Session 1: Analysis of goals to be met based upon a needs analysis.
Session 2-4: Initial implementation of goals.
Session 5: Review and resetting of goals based upon Month 1.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Via a full-scholarship at Brown University, I was the first Brown undergraduate to study speech, performance, playwriting, and directing at the Eugene O'Neill Memorial Foundation's National Theatre Institute. At Arizona State University, I completed my Master's Thesis on Improving Fluency by Implementing Literary Performance Instructional Strategies. I currently teach one day at week at a local elementary school and coach students in middle school and in college.
