Award-Winning ACT Tutors in Sammamish, WA

...my career as an educator as a volunteer one-on-one reading tutor when I was still in high school and, ever since then, have gained a wealth of teaching experience with students of diverse backgrounds. I have worked with students as young as third grade up to learners that already have college degrees. My background as...

...Organismal Biology. I believe that hard work, curiosity and an open mind are the keys to lifelong learning. Often the journey to academic success is not a solo one, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share what I know in a way that inspires and educates students. My passion for education stems from...

...industry for over three years. I have a degree in Computer Engineering from Iowa State University, and after I graduated, I moved to Seattle to start my career and experience the West Coast! I have experience as a tutor and a teaching assistant from my time in college, and I've always helped my friends and...

...in History. Starting September of 2014 I will begin my studies as a J.D. student at the University of Washington School of Law. In the meantime, I work as a legal assistant at a law firm in downtown Seattle. My academic passions include History, Philosophy, Literature, French, Latin, and Psychology. I particularly enjoy tutoring students...

...approach tends to lead to a deeper understanding so students are able to recognize and navigate similar topics in the future rather than merely the problem at hand. Along similar lines, I like to connect topics to the real world and other areas the student has more experience with or is enthusiastic about. In math especially...

...give, my students consistently tell me they have learned more than they ever thought possible for themselves. Many of my students once nervous about math or science went on to major in these subjects in college with great success. They just had to get over fears and mental blocks. I have flexible hours and diverse...

...problem solving though helping someone to express their feelings and opinions in writing can also be very rewarding. In my spare time, I am an avid home cook and runner. I also love crossword puzzles and spicy food. I feel that the most valuable aspect of education is learning how to think in different ways...

...of atoms and molecules to the characteristics of everyday things. Science is best when its concepts are understood and observed beyond the classroom. My style of teaching is participatory and inquiry-based; I will ask a lot of questions to facilitate critical thinking and active learning. This also allows the individual to arrive at the answer...

...patient demeanor that puts students at ease. Fostering an environment for learning involves allowing students to experiment with new knowledge and understand its limits. Incorrect answers are just as important as correct ones, in their own ways. I provide students with a safe atmosphere to discover both. I like working with middle and high school...

...bachelors degree in Mathematics with an emphasis in secondary education. I am a Texas and Washington certified teacher with an endorsement in math. Before I moved to Washington I spent 2 years teaching PAP Geometry and PAP Algebra 2. I know to my core that anybody can learn math if they will set down the...

...thrive in all other areas. All students, children especially, do best in a warm, inviting environment where they feel engaged and excited to participate. This is the environment I always aim to provide. I have a Bachelor's in English Literature (with an education endorsement) from Western Washington University, as well as a Master's in Public...

...them with methods and strategies to learn -- to fill up their "writing and reading bag o' tricks! I tutor students in English subjects -- writing and reading. I also tutor in history/world cultures as well as SAT prep. When I'm not working with students, I spend time with my camera. I'm an amateur photographer...

...the school system in one capacity or another for the past 23 years, and I am confident that I can provide a positive environment for students to grow and progress. As a former student teacher, as well as a law school graduate, I have experience in presenting modules made to inform and in finding the...

...in medical outreach events, partaking in biomedical research, and tutoring students to help them succeed! My passion for tutoring and teaching began back in elementary school. As a kid, I excelled in mathematics and often found myself helping other students understand the material. Students from a young age would describe how my teaching methodology made...

...all about making sure we feel confident to tackle the problems ahead of us, and maybe even find fun in doing it. I like to help students build a solid toolset of the skills they need to feel ready to approach any problem, whether it's reading or test-taking. My favorite subject to tutor in is...

...that engagement in any other way is not respecting the reality that they are only a few years from becoming a participating citizen in the global economy! They are our future! I love math and I am passionate about creating leaders and providing as much knowledge as I can to help them succeed beyond the...

...first discovered my interest in teaching as a tutor six years ago. I helped a number of students in small group setting with their reading, writing, and math skills. In 2015, I received my Master's of Arts, Teaching from Western Oregon university as well as my Teaching License. I am currently Licensed in the state of...

...with Varsity Tutors I work with middle school and high school students specializing in all areas of Language Arts: narrative, expository, creative, and analytical writing, including grammar. I also tutor high school seniors with college applications and essays. I have a broad base of knowledge in American Literature and the Arts, I am a published...

...earned a BS in General Biology and am planning to attend a masters program in Physician Assistant Studies. I took many AP classes in high school and took junior and senior level classes as a freshman at UW so I could graduate a year early. Hopefully I get the chance to help you conquer some...

As a Professor of English, I have worked with hundreds of students on ACT, SAT and academic preparation. I hold a Ph.D. in Literature, two Master's degrees and a B.A. from UC Berkeley, where I was a Regents' and Chancellor's Scholar. I love helping students to work toward their goals!