Award-Winning College Algebra Tutors serving Kirkland, WA

My name is Joseph Dakin, I am a College student Majoring in Psychology and Premed. I am also a practicing EMT. I speak Mandarin semi fluently and have taken the IB diploma. I will do my best to assist you in learning things that I and hopefully you are passionate in.

...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 to go to...

...Equations. My focus throughout my studies has always been on synthesising what I've learned into the most understandable components for my students, tailoring the content to their learning styles. My goal is to help you or your student learn difficult subjects as painlessly as possible, with excitement for the real-world applications of any new topics. I...

...taught at an experiential education school in CO, where I mentored students on multiple two-week backpacking trips. It is my belief that learning math is a perfect context in which to learn creative problem solving. In addition to working with students on complete content coverage, I frame problems as a series of open ended questions...

...wrote a column for the school newspaper and won an award for my senior thesis—and enjoy helping students shepherd ideas from brainstorming to finished paper. The best writing involves a strong injection of personality, and getting to know students through the creative process is a privilege. I have tutored students in both the humanities and...

...Environmental Engineering major. I have helped all three of my siblings with their math homework, as well as tutored math in high school. I teach snowboarding to elementary age kids in the winter, and in the summer, I assist at a science camp for the same age group. I love helping out and bringing more...

...extensive coursework in Trigonometry, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Matrix Algebra, Geometry, Physics, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and Multi-Variable Calculus. Although I know that achieving high grades and test scores is important, my first priority will be centered around assimilation with the subject. My goal is to help you feel thoroughly comfortable with the formulas and problems you are undertaking.

...easy to get discouraged and feel like we will never understand something. In reality, being stuck on a problem is a fundamental part of doing math, and there is a lot that we can learn from getting things wrong! In my free time, I love playing music, playing volleyball, and going on long runs in...

...me the joy of helping students. As a teacher and a tutor, I am fun, patient, supportive, and professional. To make sure a student gets the most out of me, I adjust my teaching style so that it will align with the student's learning style. As a tutor, I hope to make your learning experience...

I have a Bachelor's of Science and Master's of Science in chemical engineering from the University of Wyoming. While I was getting my Bachelor's degree, I tutored athletes in general chemistry, organic chemistry, college algebra, calculus I, physics, and thermodynamics. I love helping students gain confidence.

...Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology in 2011. I work as an engineer full time, and I do tutoring on a part time basis. I would be a great fit for students who want to work together on a regular basis and build their foundation for majoring in the Engineering and Science fields. However, I...

...and to increase self confidence in their own inherent math abilities. I am married to a wonderful African American man and I have three beautiful bi-racial daughters, along with one fantastic grandson and another grandson expected late September 2022. I've taught for 21 years as an adjunct math instructor at several regional community colleges within...

...the "design thinking" framework for creative problem solving pioneered by the international design firm IDEO. While typically used in startups to develop new innovations, I've found it extremely handy in tutoring. Every student is different and so are their difficulties, so a finite set of ways to present a concept or tackle a difficulty is...

...other languages and paradigms, including JavaScript, Java, and C#. I'm a strong believer in the importance of education, especially STEM topics. I think everyone should learn to code for its practicality, and learn some important ideas underlying math and computer science, regardless of what they go on to do. I was a math tutor in...

...to Power and was inspired to become a mathematics teacher. After earning a Masters and Secondary Math Credential in California, I taught at an LAUSD school for four years. During those four years, I learned to discern when students were going to need support, what common misconceptions were, and how to best help students be...

...material and themselves as they improve their study skills and self-confidence. I have worked with students of all ages in a variety of subjects and settings, from all backgrounds in this country and others. I have found, consistently, that the best way to connect is to be genuine and sincere with enthusiasm for the material...

...also got the opportunity to be a teaching assistant. My approach to teaching is to work through examples with the student, guiding them along the way with questions meant to help them think about the problem and come to their own understanding of the material. Teaching, to me, is a dialog. My role is to...

...well as a comprehensive knowledge of AP and IB curriculum, I love helping students master challenging STEM subjects. My own academic journey has taught me how to break down complex concepts into clear, manageable steps. I focus on patience, adaptability, and real-world applications to make learning engaging and effective. Whether explaining calculus problems, physics principles,...

...create a friendly learning environment. Then, the tutor can establish a team in order to improve the product. The product is homework, quizzes and exams. Good study habits are very important. Many times a parent can help a student with this, so the team might consist of the tutor, student and a parent.

...lessons to demonstrate how the material is applicable to their own lives. At the same time, I love to use visuals to teach and have students engage in active learning. I find tutors can serve an active or more supplementary role. I let students decide which path they would like to take.