Award-Winning English Tutors in Bellevue, WA

...in pre-health studies. I have experience tutoring English as a Second Language (ESL) with the Heartland Alliance in Chicago, as well as working with college students as a science tutor for the TRIO program at DePaul. I enjoy showing my students that while something may be complicated or hard, it's by no means impossible to learn. By exploring a subject from a variety of angles, true understanding and learning can occur. While my passions are...

...it as an undergraduate at the University of Washington. As a tutor, I believe that test preparation is a solvable problem, and I am excited about using my solutions to help students achieve their goals. Preparing for a standardized test can feel overwhelming. But you really can be prepared. Careful, concept-oriented preparation can help ensure that students don't run into anything radically new on exam day. My preparation strategy aims to give students the instruction...

What we learn with pleasure we never forget. I learn something new everyday.

...also employed as a freelance copy editor at Random House, Amazon, and many other companies of the same ilk. After moving into academia, I developed the curriculum and taught Writing for Non-writing Majors at Philadelphia University. Since relocating to the West Coast, I've focused on copyediting and my own writing. The combination of all these things has given me an in-depth understanding of both English literature and the English language, and because of my varied...

...plays with kids aged 8 through 15. This new passion led me to graduate school, where I am now earning a master's degree so that I can teach at the college level. My university also awarded me a graduate assistantship to teach general education classes while I am earning my graduate degree. I have had over 500 students in those classes to date. I teach English, literature, reading and writing for Varsity Tutors. How do...

...of being not fun. When students learn how to harness a difficult concept, questions are answered and new ones are discovered. I have studied motivation in educational contexts and have held various teaching/mentoring roles. Having graduated 1st in my class with a Masters degree, I know what it takes to succeed in academic settings. It is effort, not innate ability, that makes people excel. I try to put forth this effort and learn in all...

...high school which set me up with a strong, academic foundation that is serving me well as a biology major. I currently work in a research lab on campus doing research on how to recover coral reefs, but my ultimate goal is to one day be a science teacher! My goal as a tutor is to encourage and boost student confidence in order to successfully learn subject material while also reinforcing good study and work...

...Refugees from Burma, where I assisted an adult technology and conversational English class. After completing the IB Diploma program two years ago, I would love to tutor middle to high school students in subjects related to English writing and history. I strongly believe a bettered education can be a powerful and lasting tool for any student who wishes to pursue it, and I hope that I can become a part of that process!

...with a solid knowledge foundation tests like the ACT require a substantial amount of exam specific preparation. While my engineering background provides me the opportunity to tutor more advanced math, science, and engineering subjects, I enjoy helping students of all ages and ability levels learn. In my free time, I love to play sports, ski and travel and have been to many countries including Peru, Bolivia, Colombia, Argentina, France, Greece, and more.

...of subjects, and worked at summer camps, and babysat. I've tutored 3rd graders at a local elementary school in reading comprehension and fluency, and I am a part of a program called "Bilingual United" where I tutor elementary kids in Spanish. I am willing and excited to tutor a variety of subjects but I'm looking forward to teaching Elementary/ Middle School reading and writing, Elementary/ Middle School Math and Spanish! I also love playing banjo...

...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 the world around me and to help others do the same, whether in the form of writing...

...my students on-one-on, I call myself a teacher-tutor-coach. With me, students learn reading skills, writing for different audiences, researching and writing master's theses or dissertations, and presenting information in a clear and confident way. I have also prepared students for the edTPA (capstone project at the end of student teaching) and the Praxis Test (for Para-Educator jobs). I have a 100% success rate with my students on those assessments. While the bulk of my career...

...many students individual help with short- or long-term projects, including college applications. I have been tutoring since I was 11 years old, making long experience one of my greatest advantages as a tutor. My other great advantage is flexibility. I believe that students and tutors are partners who make equal and mutual contributions to the learning process. Tutors have the responsibility to adapt materials to the learning styles, interests, and personalities of their students. Because...

I'm a graduate of Washington State University with a BA in English who is looking to help others expand their knowledge of literature. I find the analysis of literature to be very interesting and hope to inspire those I work with to feel the same way. I am most versed in early American literature but am familiar with many other types as well. I seek to promote close reading strategies and emphasis on aesthetic analysis.

...am most passionate about English, Literature, and Film. In my experience, the best way to prepare for Standardized Tests is through regular practice, the way you get better at soccer or volleyball or guitar. I know the panic that comes from facing what seems like a mountain of detail and 'rules', but taking a breath and reviewing allows you to remember what you've already learned and to better retain it, too. Education is so important...

...of all ages and loved helping them grow and learn at their own pace. When I returned to the United States to live in beautiful Seattle, I knew that I wanted to continue to pursue my teaching career as well as my scholarly research. Through my experiences as a Teaching Assistant, ESL Teacher, and ESL Tutor, I have learned to be flexible, encouraging, and supportive. I think those qualities foster the most positive learning environment....

...her daily professional life. Teaching experience I have a lot of experience in teaching Korean to Koreans, also I have about 4 years for foreigners.I used to teach Korean to foreign friends interested in Korean or talk in Korean about topics they were interested in with friends who already speak Korean quite a lot. I can help you use Korean naturally. I speak standard language, but I can also teach you Korean dialect if you...

Born educator. I know you can succeed with my assistance. As long as you are willing to try, I will be with you as long as you need. I believe in your success!

...my Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Marquette University. I love teaching Language Arts, English, ESL, Public Speaking, and College Essay writing. I have enjoyed working with elementary students (K-12) over the last four years teaching math, reading comprehension, and language arts. I am passionate about education and believe that with my dedication, and ability to present subjects in a manner that is easy to understand and meaningful to my students, I can help them...

I studied Law at Tecnolgico de Monterrey in Mexico and after graduating I did extensive work as a translator. I also taught dance for about 7 years and I discovered I love sharing my knowledge with kids and adults. My favorite subjects to tutor are Spanish, English and History. I love embroidery, gardening, and yoga. One of my goals for this year is to start my yoga tracher training so I can also start teaching yoga.