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Dylan: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
I am a current senior in college studying Statistics and Oceanography. I have plenty of experience in the math and science world and have tutored several students from middle school age to college freshmen. I'm looking forward to working with everyone!
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor of Science, Statistics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Mac: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...to pursue my career in the medical field or laboratory research since I appreciate the knowledge of science and medicine very much. However, after being experienced into many fields for several years, both during college years and years after, I realized that I am more passion toward doing business and providing education. As of now, I am tutoring/teaching part-time for about 15-25 hours a week, meanwhile helping my family doing restaurant business. I am planning...
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University of Washington, Seattle - Bachelors, Biochemistry and Math
ACT Math: 34

Nick: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...on religion and philosophy. After graduating, I spent three years in Africa and Asia working in sustainable development and teaching English to both adults and children, before moving to Paris to pursue a master's degree. I received my graduate degree in international relations and diplomacy from the American Graduate School, writing my thesis on the effects of domestic politics on US foreign policy in the Middle East. I have a passion for learning and education,...
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Emory University - Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology
American Graduate School of International Relations & Diplomacy - Master of Arts, International Relations
SAT Verbal: 710

Yuna: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...to align myself with work that gives me the opportunity to help students realize their potential. As an individual who grew up in a low income single parent home, I know first hand what a good education can offer. I am part of the first graduating class of the Partnerships in Unlimited Educational Opportunities Program (PUEO), a nonprofit educational summer program, that awards students-with-potential free college prep courses from sixth grade to their senior year...
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University of Hawaii at Manoa - Bachelors, Psychology

Kurt: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
Every student learns differently. Finding that spark and watching it move into positive results is my focus with every student. I have been teaching and mentoring for more than 30 years. In that time, I have worked with a very diverse group of people. I look forward to working with you and helping you achieve scholastically!
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Denison University - Bachelor in Arts, English

Rick: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
Providing guidance in science and mathematics to help students understand the real-world applications of scientific and mathematical concepts in their everyday lives. I have a B.S.E. in Aerospace Engineering and a B.S. in Sustainable Energy Materials and Technology, and I am pursuing my M.S. in Aerospace Engineering.... Learning science and mathematics through real-world applications that show how concepts can actually be used to solve real problems.... I'd ask them about topics they feel uncomfortable with, as...
Education & Certification
Arizona State University - Bachelors, Aerospace Engineering
Arizona State University - Current Grad Student, Aerospace Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1380
SAT Math: 700

James: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...my time tutoring has been with student who are looking to improve their SAT ACT and SSAT scores but I have also worked with a variety of AP tests. If I were to describe my teaching style, when it comes to standardized tests I'm not someone who likes to focus on memorization or learning specific math or grammar rules. I believe more points can be won/lost based on the process that a student uses to...
Education & Certification
Western Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, English, Psychology
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 34

Samuel: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...UArizona graduate with a BA in English and a Master's in Teaching and Teacher Education. I've worked with UA's Project SOAR as a mentor, and as an English teacher at Flowing Wells High School, where I also advised the National Honor Society. Communication, in my opinion, is the most important skill to develop in life, and I love getting to put it into practice each day as I teach it! I am passionate about encouraging...
Education & Certification
University of Arizona - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Arizona - Master of Arts Teaching, Education

Courtney: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...recent graduate of the University of Washington. At UW, I was a Pre-Med student, so I am very familiar with Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and other sciences. I also have spent the past few summers tutoring students in Reading and Writing and am able to help with everything from college essays and writing assignments to skills for standardized tests. I'm happy to work with a range of ages and will do my best to help make...
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University of Washington - Bachelor of Science, Medical Anthropology and Global Health
SAT Math: 700

Christine: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...of hours of experience teaching biology and tutoring standardized tests. I completed my undergraduate work in biology at Macalester College and earned a PhD in Microbiology at the University of Washington. I am also interested in pedagogy (the study of how students learn and how to teach) and regularly participate in pedagogy journal clubs and conferences. While I don't have any formal training in marine biology, I've picked up a lot of information during my...
Education & Certification
Macalester College - Bachelor in Arts, Biology, General
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - PHD, Microbiology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 32

Clare: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...recent graduate of the University of Oregon's Environmental Science program, and have minors in Biology and Latin American studies. In the fall I will be starting a program in Speech and Hearing Sciences, and plan to follow up with a masters in Speech Language Pathology. During my undergraduate career, I was enthralled with the life sciences, and am passionate about passing that excitement on. The subjects that I love teaching most are Algebra, Geometry, Life...
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University of Oregon - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science

Grace: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...and working as a research assistant for Department of Medicine, Division of Oncology at University of Washington . As a tutor, I cover a wide range of subjects including math, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, and organic chemistry. However, my favorite subject to tutor is math. I believe that math is often unfairly stigmatized as being difficult or uninteresting, but I see it as a beautiful and logical language that underlies many aspects of our daily lives....
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Whitman College - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

Jingyi : Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
Jingyi has over five years of experience in tutoring and college admissions counseling, and has helped over 200 students achieve the improvement they desire. She studied mathematics and computer science at the University of Pennsylvania, and has significant experience in creative writing, standardized testing, subject knowledge, and public speaking.
Education & Certification
University of Pennsylvania - Engineering, Engineering, General

Winston: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...and so they can pass it on to others. I received my Bachelors of Arts in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing from California Statue University Northridge. Prior to that, I earned several A.A.As in Film and TV at Scottsdale Community College in AZ. While attending Arizona State University, I worked as a study hall monitor and tutor for athletes at the Sun Devil Stadium office. In Seattle, I started my own tutoring company...
Education & Certification
California State University-Northridge - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing

Russ: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...Guatemala. I spent my time teaching, serving, and loving the country, the culture, and the people around me. I love the Spanish language, have a mind for mathematics, and a heart for teaching. I know that hard work and dedication can propel an average life to a great one, and have come to understand that a great work is achieved step by step and day by day. Learning something new, whether that be math, science,...
Education & Certification
Brigham Young University-Provo - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Math: 31
ACT Reading: 33

Katelynn: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...to keep my studies well-rounded. Since then, I have taken some classes in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL). I was also certified with a Corporate English Training Specialization. I have worked with a large variety of student populations. I taught swimming lessons to students aged preschool through adults for seven years. I worked as a teacher's assistant at Carl Sandburg College for my last two undergraduate years. After graduation, I worked for two...
Education & Certification
Knox College - Bachelors, Spanish Literature
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32

Elsie: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...at Tufts University and my masters at Cornell University. I double majored in International Relations and Spanish at Tufts University for my B.A., and after three years in the Peace Corps I went on to receive my master's degree from Cornell University in International Agriculture and Rural Development. Since I first took the SSAT as an 8th grader I have always enjoyed standardized testing, something that set me apart from most of my classmates. From...
Education & Certification
Tufts University - Bachelors, Spanish; International Relations
Cornell University - Masters, International Agriculture and Rural Development

Grace: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
I'm a recent graduate of the University of Washington where I majored in Creative Writing. Passionate about the written word, I aspire toward a career in education, particularly English and Literature. I'm an enthusiastic and patient coach sincerely invested in your scholastic success. I also believe in the power of failure--so take big chances! In my spare time, I ride my bike through Seattle, bake bread, and dance.
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1480
SAT Verbal: 790

Ernie: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle, specializing in Molecular Biology and Microchemistry. I have spent the better part of the past 20 years in both private Biotech companies and at the University of Washington, where I am a Research Scientist at the School of Nursing. I have spent much of my spare time teaching Middle and High School students the skills necessary to succeed in science and mathematics, particularly in grades 6th through 11. Most of...
Education & Certification
University of California-Berkeley - Bachelor of Science, Bacteriology
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor of Science, Microbiology

Marianna: Tacoma ACT tutor
Certified ACT Prep Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...Seeking a more global perspective as well as teaching experience, I then taught ESL in Seoul, South Korea from 2013 to 2014. In Seoul, I taught and tutored students of all ages and loved helping them grow and learn at their own pace. When I returned to the United States to live in beautiful Seattle, I knew that I wanted to continue to pursue my teaching career as well as my scholarly research. Through my...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Art History
Illinois State University - Master of Arts, Visual Culture
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