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Unique Expressions Tutoring Services, LLC

Helping Every Child Shine
One Unique Session at a Time

Empowering young learners with customized
tutoring designed to support confidence,
comprehension, and lifelong skills.

Joyful girl with Down syndrome engaged in learning – inclusive tutoring for students with developmental delays and intellectual disabilities

Personalized Tutoring That Honors Every Child’s Uniqueness

At Unique Expressions Tutoring Services, our mission is to provide individualized, one-on-one tutoring that supports children with learning differences in the Triangle area of North Carolina. Every child is unique—with their own strengths, challenges, and learning styles—and we tailor our teaching methods to reflect those needs. Our goal is to build confident, independent learners, one UNIQUE session at a time.

Ms. K, National Board-Certified Special Education Teacher – 20+ years of experience tutoring children with unique learning needs

About Ms. K

Meet Ms. K – Certified Exceptional Needs Specialist

I’m Iris Graham-Kagore, affectionately known by my students as Ms. K. With over 20 years of experience in the North Carolina public school system and National Board Certification in Special Education, I’ve dedicated my career to supporting children with diverse learning needs.

After listening to the concerns of countless parents and seeing the shortage of special education services in schools, I took action by launching Unique Expressions Tutoring Services. My goal is to fill those gaps with compassionate, personalized instruction that nurtures each child’s potential.

“Having a disability doesn’t mean you are less—it means you are unique. And that’s where learning begins.”

Qualifications

A strong foundation built on over 20 years of certified experience supporting diverse learning needs.

NC Licensed
K–12 Special Education Teacher

National Board-Certified (NBPTS) Exceptional Needs Specialist

Master's in Progress: Special Education, Mild to Moderate Disabilities (WCU)

Over 20 years
of classroom experience

Group of elementary students reading together – literacy support and reading intervention for K–5 students in Cary, Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill

We are forever grateful!

“Ms. K has been an absolute game-changer for our family - She didn’t just teach him coping strategies she empowered him to understand and manage his emotions in a way that works for him.” 

★★★★★
The Harrison’s

 

I have known Ms. K for many years

I have known Iris Graham-Kagore (Ms. K) for many years and she is undoubtedly a leader who exemplifies great care, commitment to excellence, and integrity with all she does. Her gift is a needed and unique one as she expresses her skill and commitment to the success and breakthrough of EVERY student in a way that is uniquely her own and which has a history of proven results. Iris is a top notch professional and I highly recommend her not only for her professional skill and knowledge but for the exceptional character and compassion she demonstrates personally.
★★★★★
Keitra Robinson, J.D., CHBCCertified Personal & Executive Coach

What I loved most

Ms. Kagore was my son, Daniel’s special education teacher. What I loved most about Ms. K was her ability to build relationships with her students and her having high expectations for Daniel. He can be a …… Because of her efforts, he was able to make positive growth on his IEP goals. Thank you, Ms. K, for your unwavering belief that ALL children can learn.
★★★★★
Andria J., Middle School Principal
Raleigh, NC

Unique Expressions is a trusted program

Unique Expressions is a trusted program founded by an experienced educator for students with special needs. The knowledge along with experience makes this tutoring program unique to every child. The uniqueness and attention given to each child makes this program an asset to understanding that every child can learn!
★★★★★
Avis Keen Retired Assistant Principal with Certification in Special Education.

So helpful!

Ms. Kagore was lovely, so helpful, and really adapted quickly to see what types of activities worked best for my daughter. We loved the lessons, and my little girl asked when she could do one again!
★★★★★
Catrina Raleigh, NC

Ms. K is beyond amazing!

I have known Ms. K. for about a year now and she is beyond amazing! I worked closely with her as the school counselor to support students within an elementary school's Exceptional Children's Program. She is detail-oriented, caring, and makes every child feel special! She has the unique ability to foster growth and confidence while ensuring students hit important learning milestones. She is 5-star worth of wonderful!,
★★★★★
Emiley Allison
Wake Forest NC

Ms. Kagore is amazing

Ms. Kagore is an amazing teacher with patience and dedication to her students. I had the privilege of seeing her work with non-verbal kids with special needs and still get them to participate in class activities. She has incredible ways of accommodating for students at different levels during her lessons. If you want to help your child improve, she is truly the one to go to.

★★★★★
Mariama D.
Raleigh, NC
Child celebrating academic success – tutoring that boosts self-esteem and fosters independent learning in students with ADHD and learning differences

Specialized Learning Support

We specialize in tutoring students with:

  • Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD)
  • Mild to Moderate Intellectual Disabilities (ID-Mild/ID-Mod)
  • Autism Spectrum Disorders (verbal & nonverbal)
  • Developmental Delays (DD)
  • Multiple Disabilities (MU)
  • Other Health Impairments (OHI)
  • ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
  • (TBI) Traumatic Brain Injury
Smiling student completing homework – individualized tutoring that builds confidence and executive functioning skills in elementary learners

Tutoring Services

Private Tutoring for Students in Grades K–5

We offer 1-on-1 and small group tutoring in:

  • Foundational math skills
  • Reading Interventions & Comprehension
  • Language Arts & Writing
  • Executive Functioning Skills
  • Social and Emotional Learning
  • Communication Support
  • Community-Based Instruction Trips

Ask about support for grades 6–12th, available on request

Let’s Build Confidence Together

Ready to get started? Schedule a free consultation and discover how tutoring can make a difference in your child’s confidence and academic success.

Start Your Child’s Journey

We offer academic and behavioral support services including:

  • Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Reviews
  • Personalized Accommodations
  • Annual Goal Setting
  • Data Collection
  • Assessment History Review
  • Behavior Intervention Plans Review (BIPs)
  • Augmented & Alternative Communication (AAC) Support
  • Picture Communication Tools