Award-Winning Creative Writing Tutors serving Tacoma, WA

...also fluent in Italian, and I am fairly adept at German. I also have strengths in English lit and writing, as I majored in literature and journalism, and worked as a reporter, writer, copy editor and freelance journalist for many years. I am very positive and warm, yet encourage students to work hard to reach their potential. As the mother of four young adult children, I understand different learning styles and the pressures that young...

...to proficiency in traditional academic subjects, I am also an award-winning singer and self-published songwriter with ten years of piano experience. I have worked with students of all ages and am able to tailor each session to your individual needs and learning style. I love seeing students develop interest in a topic as their confidence with the subject grows and work to set them up for future success in addition to immediate understanding of the...

...precise analysis, and logical inference through grammar instruction, vocabulary development, research skills, and composition. This year I received the Joan Webber Prize for Outstanding Teaching. My research is integral to my teaching and I enjoy making literature relevant to my student's lives and ambitions. Helping students work through challenging material individually, whether during office hours or in mid-quarter conferences, is the most valuable and enriching aspect of teaching at the University of Washington. In addition...

I am interested in helping people learn. I spent nearly 40 years in business and taught several people as well as serving as a mentor. I have a Bachelor Of Arts in Business Administration from the University of Washington and an MBA from Seattle University. I have developed several sets of class material, and taught this material to corporate and government personnel.

...to overcome the obstacle at hand. My tutoring approach is simple: building a friendship. As your tutor, I will spend some time getting to know you and creating a level of trust. My strongest suit is writing. I am a writing enthusiast! My experience in writing ranges from proofreading, editing, outlining, citations/format, and brainstorming. Also, I am well-versed in helping with college essays. I provide thorough feedback and recommendations via Word or Google Docs. Lastly,...

...but also with MS and HS English and Literature. Prior to this, I was a Writing Tutor at the Writing Center at my college, working with adult learners and English Language Learners. I will be graduated and fully certified as an Elementary School Teacher in the summer of 2020. I love working with children and English Language Learners and I love helping students develop and master their writing voice. I'll help you light the world...

...of the universe and enabling their critical thinking. My students learn to understand proper time management and how to break down activities. I also like to make sure my students feel comfortable with analysis, editing, note taking, and other methods to give them a competitive edge. The fuel students should use is intrinsic motivation, enjoyment, and the thrill of delving into a topic they can use to expand their horizons or perspective on life in...