Award-Winning Creative Writing Tutors serving Tacoma, WA

...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 people face today.

...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 material.

...on style, vocabulary, grammar, and inferential argumentation make me an excellent tutor in reading comprehension and analytical writing. Standardized test preparation involves the sequential development and mastery of the skills I have developed through doctoral education, research, teaching and editing. I love teaching and imparting a life-long interest in reading, literature, philosophy, and scientific inquiry. The first principle of my teaching philosophy is eduction: I want to draw forth what you are passionate about and...

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.

...progress, adjust goals, and address new problem areas that may have arisen. At the end of the day, when you win; we all win. Overall, I am excited to work both students and parents to provide access to resources and the necessary skills to be successful. Bring yourself to the session and be you! Authenticity, creativity, and fun are the key components to making our sessions awesome! Feel free to reach out to me with...

...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 on fire with your...

...goals. Making students' academic pursuits a sustainable lifestyle is my primary goal but I enjoy enriching their understanding 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...