Award-Winning Biology Tutors serving Tacoma, WA

...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 students mostly because they get my humor by that age. Younger students are just as fun because everything is new for...

...the topic (and some tangential subjects) we were learning about during the section, so it's good to see that he had more outside knowledge of how something could be used." These comments reflect my personal approach to teaching. When I am with a student, I overshoot the level of enthusiasm I express about the material. I am unafraid of being goofy. Keeping students entertained ensures that they pay close attention to the material, which is...

I have a PhD in Fisheries Science with concentrations in Environmental Management and Statistics. I've been a tutor for over 5 years, for ages ranging from elementary school to high school. I believe that with hard work and dedication, any concept can be mastered. I like to cater my tutoring style to the individual student, based on their own strengths and weaknesses in the classroom. I love engaging with students and watching them succeed!

...math and reading, as well as elementary, middle, and high school science. I have taken and excelled in AP courses, college courses, and graduate level chemistry courses and hope to prepare students for similar success by explaining and reviewing material, introducing study and testing strategies, and getting at the "why" behind important concepts. Outside of science, I love music including singing, dancing, and instruments and enjoy crafts, learning Chinese, and doing crossword puzzles.

...my teaching methods and exercises are derived primarily from a student's current textbook, and by practice problems which I create from 'real world' situations. In addition, I have helped a number of students prepare for the SAT and ACT writing component by offering critical advice on how best to organize and defend a position on any given topic. My hobbies and interests are derived from the region where I currently live: the Northwest. I am...

...I absolutely love working with emerging readers in small groups or one to one. It is extremely satisfying helping a child become a strong reader, as it influences their success in every subject area. I try to instill a love for books in my students, while using humor and positive encouragement. I strongly believe that children need support at home, both by being read to and reading to their family members. Following this period of...

...levels. I really enjoy being able to help students succeed. I was a French Studies major at Fordham University, with a pre-medical concentration. As a result, I am passionate about a wide range of subject matter from the sciences to the humanities and want to share my passion with students at any level. Currently, I work in cancer research while I apply to medical school. I truly believe my past tutoring experiences, my strong academic...

...have four years experience tutoring middle and high school age students, particularly in math and English, in the Los Angeles area. I am patient and understanding, and my goal is to foster a comfortable environment and mutual respect. I make sure that the students I work with know they are important and capable, because I have found that they are most willing to engage and put in effort when such a relationship exists between us.

...a caretaker for people with autism for 3+ years and would love to work with students with autism as well. My goal in tutoring is to help students learn how to study and how to learn, because everyone learns differently and it's difficult to understand what your learning strengths are without help, especially for neurodiverse people. I don't want to just help you answer questions, but also to help you know what the right questions...

...any student can improve their performance when tutored with an approach that works for them, which is why I take a different approach for each individual student. I have a bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Washington's Foster School of Business. I transferred from Carleton College, where I focused on economics and was also able to take a wide range of liberal arts courses. I have been tutoring since high school when I...

...studying Psychology and Spanish. Throughout college and beyond, I tutored and mentored students in Kindergarten through 12th grade with a variety of different programs including Teach For America. I have spent time tutoring a broad range of subjects, but am most passionate about the LSAT and English. I spend my free time running and hiking outdoors, and cooking with friends. This fall, I will be a J.D. candidate at the University of Virginia School of...

...management, college applications, and much more. Science may not come naturally to some students, but I believe that enthusiasm and persistence are more important than natural ability. I hope to share my passion for science with younger learners. I recently started a part-time job at the Seattle Aquarium as a mentor and supervisor for high school volunteers working on the youth-led Puget Sound: We Love You campaign. Encouraging and supporting young people's efforts to make...

...and mentorship. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am especially passionate about STEM, biotechnology, and writing. I enjoy helping students prepare for exams, standardized tests, interviews, and career exploration. I've found that incorporating creative, individualized strategies not only makes learning more enjoyable, but also significantly boosts students' confidence and performanceespecially in the sciences and academic writing. I'm a strong believer in the transformative power of education and strive to foster that same...

...enthusiastic to bring vitality in the course content. Encouraging the students in a positive manner will lead to a more positive and constructive learning experience. Additionally, I hold within my philosophy the belief that there is no end goal to learning. While certain aspects such as content mastery, individual fulfillment, critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, self-directed learning, and discovery of knowledge are essential to becoming a successful learner, the acquisition of knowledge is an ongoing...

...studied pre-med, applying to medical school soon. As someone aspiring to be a doctor I have a strong science and math background but have striven to become a well rounded student. I have been tutoring since high school, and I truly enjoy helping people figure out difficult concepts or getting that lightbulb moment. I think the best way to learn is to find ways that the concept relates to you or can visualize. Mistakes are...

...when students feel heard, supported, and empowered, and that is the environment I aim to create in every session. I was deeply inspired by the mentors and tutors who helped me succeed, and I am committed to paying that forward. I see tutoring not only as a chance to teach, but also as an opportunity to inspire curiosity, build confidence, and help others develop a lasting love of learning. I would be honored to bring...

...traveled extensively in college, all on biology-focused abroad programs, visiting East Africa, Ecuador, the Galapagos islands, and the Bahamas. I also studied the plant and animal life here in North America. As a tutor and teaching assistant, I did group and individual tutoring, sometimes working with a student only once or twice and other times weekly or twice-weekly sessions all semester long. I like to work with students to figure out their own ideal learning...

...students to improve their critical reading and writing skills, which not only benefit them throughout their education but in all aspects of their life. I believe in education that is spirit-centered and heart forward, where I get to know my students as gifted, unique, human beings with passions, joys, interests, and fears all their own. I believe in education that reconnects us with the environment, facilitates critical globally minded and culturally inclusive dialogue, and prepares...

...heritage studies), both a BS & MSc from Western Oregon Univ. and a BA from Westmont College, Santa Barbara, CA. Subjects I have taught include history, Theory of Knowledge (IB), IB biology, earth sciences, IB environmental science, geography, religion, IB philosophy, literature, anthropology, archaeology, art, composition, literature, life skills, etc. Along with my varied education and degrees, I bring genuine, holistic life-experiences and diverse global perspectives to each field wherein I teach. My honors include...

I truly enjoy working with students of different ages and learning needs. I have experience with K-12 to adult learners who are professionals and have very specific needs. I hope we can work together to increase knowledge on different topics and abilities.