Carefully selected, highly-credentialed Phonics tutors in Seattle, WA
"My specialty is elementary tutoring and any math below trigonometry (algebra especially!). I am a dedicated tutor, purchasing games and supplies out of pocket, setting up an office in my home for tutoring, and constantly reading up on new practices and teaching approaches. I hope to meet you soon to discuss your tutoring needs :)."
My Education
- Western Washington University - Bachelor in Education, Special Education
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Phonics, Middle School Math, Grammar and Mechanics, Reading, Algebra, Geometry, Elementary Math, Writing
"In high school I was an instructional teacher's aid for Biology, AP Psychology, and Anatomy and Physiology. In addition to those subjects I am good with Spanish conversation, grammar, and reading as well as test prep for the ACT. I like to encourage students to recall the things they already know and figure out the answers with minimal guidance."
My Education
- University of Washington - BS, Public Health
Tutoring Subjects:
Reading, Physiology, Spanish, Anatomy, Grammar and Mechanics, Biology, Writing, Essay Editing, College Essays, Phonics, Chemistry
"I recently moved from NYC as I worked in the NYC Dept of Education as an English teacher and Social Studies teacher. The students I have worked with in the past are Gifted and Talented, Dyslexic, Dysgraphic, Anti-authoritative, ADD/HD, Epileptic, Autistic, English Language Learners and those with specialized IEPs. I'm also a writer and am working on my second novel as I try to perfect my first. I also edit for other authors. My specialties are English lit, History and writing. I can make the work engaging, but I will admit, I expect a lot from my students." ...
My Education
- Manhattanville - BA, English
- Manhattanville - MAT, English Education
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Phonics, Grammar and Mechanics, Essay Editing, History, College Essays, Writing, Elementary Math, Reading, Middle School Math
"Through these experiences I have gathered many valuable skills for helping students to better understand content in order to achieve greater success in the classroom. Working in a school setting has better prepared me to tutor students because I understand what is expected of them in academics. I am a young, eager and enthusiastic individual who strives to help students achieve success and overcome challenges. While teaching or tutoring, I conduct myself with professionalism, patience and just the right amount of fun."
My Education
- Northern Arizona University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary Education
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Phonics, Spanish, Reading, Elementary Math, Grammar and Mechanics, SSAT, Middle School Math, ISEE, Writing
"I am an English major from the University of Washington, with an emphasis on creative writing. I enlisted with the Teach for America corps after my undergraduate studies, and taught early elementary students in Los Angeles and Las Vegas.
I have plans to attend law school, and specialize in writing and test prep.
I ran cross country and track for the University of Washington, and love board games, poetry, cooking and my dog.
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My Education
- University of Washington - BA, English
Tutoring Subjects:
Elementary Math, SAT Verbal, Algebra, College Essays, SAT Math, Phonics, Reading, LSAT, Essay Editing, Writing, Middle School Math, Grammar and Mechanics, SAT, SAT Writing
" As the lead teacher for an after-school program serving Somali refugees and as a monitor at a French bilingual school, I have immersed myself in the region’s splendid diversity. This work as an educator has given me experience developing age-appropriate lessons in a variety of areas, including reading, writing, science, and math. My cultural agility is the result of interactions with students of various nationalities and socioeconomic backgrounds. Although I would be delighted to tutor many subjects, my passion is English. From an early age, I have been fascinated with words and the way we use them." ...
My Education
- Mount Holyoke College - BA Magna Cum Laude, English
Tutoring Subjects:
College Essays, Phonics, Writing, Elementary Math, ACT Writing, SAT Verbal, ACT, ACT Reading, PSAT, French, SSAT, SAT Writing, Algebra, Grammar and Mechanics, Essay Editing, SAT, Reading, History, ACT English
" There I worked with groups of students and individuals on a variety of subjects including english, math, and social studies.
My tutoring style centers around exploring a students strengths and weaknesses and working realistically with them to improve their knowledge. Each student is an individual and needs individualized learning. But of course there are general strategies which I find effective."
My Education
- University of Washington - BA, English
Tutoring Subjects:
History, Phonics, College Essays, Elementary Math, Essay Editing, Reading, Grammar and Mechanics, Spanish, Writing
"I find that I am always able to make the material simple and relatable for the student that I am tutoring - it is a question of presenting the material in a manner that is easy to understand. In addition, I am very patient, friendly, and easy to talk to. My tutoring style is very adaptable to any type of student - the key is developing the student’s independent understanding so that he or she eventually doesn’t need my help anymore.."
My Education
- Georgetown University - B.S., Finance
Tutoring Subjects:
SSAT, Elementary Math, SAT Writing, Finance, Grammar and Mechanics, LSAT, Reading, Economics, ISEE, SAT, Trigonometry, Algebra, Pre-Calculus, Writing, Statistics, SAT Verbal, Geometry, Calculus, Differential Equations, SAT Math, HSPT Prep, Middle School Math, Essay Editing, French, Phonics
" I love helping students learn to craft an argument, chose their thesis and points, and build a structured, polished essay. I believe all students bring a unique and important perspective to their writing, and my job is helping them find their voice.
In my free time, I work as an audio engineer, help out with gardening and cooking at my co-op house, and read widely and enthusiastically. ."
My Education
- Oberlin College - BA, English and Comparative American Studies
Tutoring Subjects:
ACT Science, Phonics, SAT Verbal, ACT, PSAT, ACT Math, Reading, Essay Editing, Geometry, Middle School Math, SAT, Elementary Math, History, Writing, College Essays, SAT Writing, ACT Reading, Grammar and Mechanics, Algebra, SAT Math, Spanish, ACT Writing, ACT English
"Prior to entering the teaching profession I volunteered at two elementary schools, where I tutored students in reading and math. I enjoy tutoring because it allows me to deliver individualized instruction and connect with students in a way that just isn't possible in a large classroom. While I tutor in many subjects, math and writing are my favorites. Whether it's mastering multiplication tables or the quadratic formula, I tailor my tutoring to the student's learning style. I always begin by asking "Who are you? What do you like to do? What are your goals?" and trying out some sample problems to get an idea of the student's ...
My Education
- University of Washington - BA, Communication, Social Science
- Western Washington University - Teaching Certificate, Education
- State Certified Teacher
Tutoring Subjects:
Elementary Math, Algebra, College Essays, Pre-Calculus, Reading, Geometry, Trigonometry, Grammar and Mechanics, History, Writing, Statistics, Essay Editing, Computer Science, Middle School Math, Phonics, Finance
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