Award-Winning Elementary Math Tutors for Students in Seattle, WA

...I am an avid home cook and runner. I also love crossword puzzles and spicy food. I feel that the most valuable aspect of education is learning how to think in different ways and approach problems from various perspectives. Even if a few years from now, you cannot quite remember how to graph an equation, at one point you thought through how to present information in a form that is easier to visually interpret. The...

...my bachelor's degree in Mathematical Sciences from the United States Military Academy. I was accepted in the Pi Mu Epsilon National Honorary Mathematics Society New York Alpha Zeta Chapter while in college. I make a great tutor because I have experience leading others from my experience at West Point, also known as the United States Military Academy. It taught me patience and how to interact with diverse personalities. I also graduated this year, so I...

Hello, my name is Matt Kuhn. I am a professional engineer who is exceptional at math, physics, and the sciences. Working with people of all ages is a passion of mine! If I am not at the office, you can find me hiking the mountains of I-90, biking the Interurban Trail, or experimenting with a new recipe. I am a Carnegie Mellon University graduate with two Master's Degrees.

...the level of algebra, which includes introductory statistics. My real passion is for zoology; I may be applying to graduate school to study animal cognition and later teach. My teaching style incorporates that different individuals learn best through different modalities and so I work to find the best method of learning for each student. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my pets, reading, playing music, working on needle crafts, swimming, and playing...

...and raising trout from eggs for release as fry (juvenile fish). Math is exciting to tutor, especially using manipulatives and other forms of representation-we can do that visually online as we work together. Reading for fun is one of my hobbies, but I know how to inspire struggling readers and teach them techniques for making sense of what they're reading. I would describe my tutoring style as rigorous, positive and focused on each individual student...

...relationships and see students succeed has been one of the most gratifying aspects of working as a tutor. I am currently a student in a Masters of Public Health program. I will be starting medical school next year and am excited to be taking these next steps in my education. I hope to combine these degrees and one day develop programs to help underserved populations access healthcare. I live in Seattle, Washington and love anything...

...a recent graduate from the University of Washington where I earned by Bachelor's Degree in Biology. I have experience working with students from the kindergarten level to undergraduates at universities. I tutor English, writing, science, study methods, and mathematics. When working with new students, the first thing I always do is try to understand how each student learns because each individual is different and everyone learns in a unique way. In my free time, I...

...ISEE, and HSPT). I have found that studying becomes more enjoyable and effective when content is connected with examples of application. Finding funny, memorable ways to apply course content is my favorite way to internalize the material. I view learning as equipping myself with different tools to better understand the world. With this attitude, studying became truly exciting for me, and making education more accessible and fueling curiosity have become my passions. In my free...

...– that’s my teaching philosophy. I like to use lots of analogies and stories in my explanations, because anchoring difficult concepts in everyday experiences makes them much easier to comprehend. In addition to physics, I also enjoy tutoring subjects in math (Algebra, Calculus, Geometry, etc.), and Biology and Chemistry. And in my spare time, I enjoy playing Club Frisbee, cards, ukulele, and watching YouTube videos (sometimes for education and other times for laughs)!

...told them what I told my younger students about how being wrong helps us to learn and find the right. Once students started to incorporate this into their mentality, tutoring sessions would suddenly become just casual conversations because my students were basically teaching and motivating themselves. If given the opportunity, I will motivate my students as a tutor and be with them every step of the way. I don't want my students to feel lost...

...enjoy a subject that they initially found difficult. I love when students recognize their own progress and begin to feel very comfortable with things that were once very intimidating. I tutor many subjects from Reading and Math to Spanish and Geography and Environmental Science. I enjoy explaining complex ideas in a clear and easy to understand manner, and tailoring my tutoring style to the students’ needs. I think the biggest key to helping someone reach...

...a graduate of the University of Montana with a degree in Ecology and Organismal Biology. I believe that hard work, curiosity and an open mind are the keys to lifelong learning. Often the journey to academic success is not a solo one, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share what I know in a way that inspires and educates students. My passion for education stems from a desire to become more aware of...

...it is helpful in giving back to the community, but also because I need to in order to master my craft. Because of this, it is in my best interest to optimize my teaching style and habits whenever I organize a session. I dabble in epistemology, which is the study of knowledge, and am very intent on streamlining studying skills. I can definitely teach subject matter in the short term, but I'm also looking to...

I have been working with children in schools, daycares, summer programs, and afterschool programs for 13 years. I hope to use my diverse experiences to foster communities of joyful and eager learners.... I believe that each student travels on their own unique path to knowledge. I believe that a teacher is a guide along these paths, walking alongside each student, supporting them where they struggle and guiding them when there is a fork in the road.

...was also the most effective) in smaller group and one-on-one sessions. I try to teach through Socratic questioning and encouraging autonomy in my students, as independence is a crucial step to true understanding of subject material. I also try to teach concepts rather than questions, as being able to answer a question will answer just that-one question. Teaching to the concept will allow you to answer the question and all other questions that employ a...

...youth-led Puget Sound: We Love You campaign. Encouraging and supporting young people's efforts to make the world a better place is very rewarding work, and I love getting to go to work each day. In my free time, I enjoy skiing in the winter, waterskiing and cycling in the summer, cooking all the time, and enjoying the company of my good friends and the great opportunities the Northwest has to offer. I love reading, especially...

...applied these rules and have found with a little time and dedication it is not as hard as it seems. Aside from school, I really love playing sports and hiking in the Pacific Northwest. I really love working with people and I believe education is extremely important. I enjoy teaching and think teaching can come in many forms (not just lecture-style teaching). Thus I have developed an array of study techniques that I personally have...

...a college admissions essay. Besides education, my interests and hobbies include theatre, cooking, camping, and volunteerism. In my professional and personal life, I adhere to the motto of my favorite writer, E.M. Forster: "Only connect." By shaping meaningful connections with others, we come alive to the richness and diversity of human experience. As a teacher, I consider it my honor to help students nurture the compassion and curiosity that will allow them to make such...

...math for nine years, and I love what I do. The best part of my day is when my students are experiencing success and confidence in their math skills. I've taught Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Precalculus, and Calculus. Trigonometry has always been a solid part of my Algebra 2 and Precalculus classes. Many students have said they understand math after I've explained it. My goal is to help my students reach their goals.

...and help them grasp the concepts. I also created helpful problem sets and visualizations. I worked for the university learning coop as a tutor where I was paired with students in middle level mathematics courses. In addition, I spent a few semesters volunteering with a local organization that works with middle to high school aged students as a tutor in the areas of science and mathematics. My teaching style changes depending on the student, but...