Caleb Riggins
Meet Caleb Riggins - Expert Reading, Math, Social Studies & Special Education Tutor
Caleb Riggins is a dedicated educator and legal professional with three years of teaching experience. Holding a Bachelor of Science in Political Science with a minor in Sociology from Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University, Caleb provides compassionate, individualized support to students from 1st through 8th grade. With a unique background spanning both special education classrooms and federal legal operations, Caleb specializes in reading, language arts, math, and social studies, ensuring every student builds confidence and academic mastery.
Areas Of Expertise:
Reading & Language Arts: Confident and experienced in tutoring Reading and Language Arts. He has a proven track record of increasing reading comprehension scores for elementary students by using interactive and engaging materials, such as reading aloud and introducing daily vocabulary words.
Social Studies & History: In-depth instruction in History, Geography, Civics, and political structures.
Mathematics: Practical guidance in General Mathematics, spanning early foundational arithmetic through core middle school math concepts.
Special Education & Behavioral Support: Experienced in providing one-on-one and small-group support to students with physical, developmental, emotional, and learning disabilities. He actively assists with Individualized Education Program (IEP) implementation and behavior-intervention plans.
Public Policy & Analytical Skills: Advanced instruction in policy analysis, research synthesis, public operations, and environmental legislation.
Grade Levels: Highly comfortable teaching elementary and middle school students, specifically grades 1 through 8.
Teaching Philosophy
"My approach to working with a child who is struggling with a subject is to approach the situation with deep understanding and compassion. I firmly believe that every student learns differently, which is why I break down complex, difficult concepts into smaller, more manageable steps while integrating relatable, age-appropriate examples. I intentionally encourage my students to ask as many questions as possible. My primary goal is to cultivate an open, welcoming environment where seeking clarity feels entirely comfortable and safe for the learner."
What Makes Caleb Special
Proven Literacy Growth: During his time with Leon County Schools, Caleb directly increased the reading comprehension scores of second-grade students by introducing dynamic daily vocabulary words and leading interactive reading aloud sessions.
Dedicated In-School Advocate: As a Dedicated Aide and Substitute Teacher for Two Rivers Public Charter School, he successfully provided targeted one-on-one and small-group academic intervention, implemented Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and adapted learning tools to accommodate diverse learning styles.
Elite Federal and Operational Background: Caleb currently serves as a Paralegal III supporting Counsel and Assistant U.S. Attorneys at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) under the U.S. Department of Justice, demonstrating absolute precision, analytical rigor, and high-level professional communication.
Leadership and Mentorship: As a Senior Manager at Morgan & Morgan, he managed a complex portfolio of over 140 case files with a perfect 100% client communication rating while formally mentoring and training 11 junior professionals.
Civic and Environmental Advisory: He has served as an Energy Consultant advising on federal programs like the Inflation Reduction Act, and worked as a Policy Assistant for the Office of the Mayor in Havana, FL, where he supported municipal budget-development initiatives.
Education & Achievements
Bachelor of Science in Political Science (Minor: Sociology), Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University.
Federal Public Trust Background Investigation Holder.
Community Alignment: General Member of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC).