Award-Winning English Tutors in Bellevue, WA

...Williams College with a BA in Arabic Studies and Russian. I have six years of tutoring experience in a wide range of subjects and grade levels. My work with elementary and middle school students has focused on everything from math facts and spelling sheets to social studies projects, essay composition, and advancing math foundations like fractions, long division, and introductions to algebra and geometry. I've helped high school students with essay composition and academic subjects...

...in India. My last quarter of college was an internship teaching ESL in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. While I love studying literature of all genres, I feel the most impactful literary experience is one that deeply resonates with the reader, and inspires them to write their own stories. This is why I am an advocate for detailed, creative, and personal essay writing. The most powerful essay or piece of academic writing is one which is inspired by...

...challenge that you are ready to conquer. I firmly believe that taking charge of your learning and seeking help is an important part of your learning journey. That's where I come in: my goal is to help get you to that "Aha!" moment, when a previously confusing topic clicks with you. I also believe that it is important to cater to different learning styles, and this is what I will do! Whether you are an...

...real help when it is needed to ensure their academic success. My strongest subject was always math, but as I have gotten older I've slowly been able to unlock my writing potential as well. I think by going through the process of having to figure out my own writing process, when it did not fit with the process I was always taught, I can better help those who may have the potential to be good...

...one of the greatest advantages humans have. As a prospective medical student, I know what it is like to sometimes not fully understand a concept or subject. As a student who at first struggled to learn some of the toughest material, I learned from mistakes and shortcomings how to effectively learn and understand any concept. I love to teach people how to tackle a problem, how to truly grasp an idea for a strong foundation,...

...teaching at a young age. And much as quality instructors have made a positive impact on my life, it has equally taught me the responsibility educators can have on an individuals educational achievements. My experience through different educational institutions such as the University of Washington and smaller programs such as Karen Dillard has diversified my understanding of transparent learning. I believe to be a great fit for Varsity as I am committed, responsible and capable.

I received my Ph.D. degree from the University of British Columbia. With a career path traversing medicine, biomedical research and education, my goal is to facilitate students learning science, biology and human body. I have helped more than a thousand students including middle school & high school students, undergraduates, graduates, adults, and seniors.

...of academic excellence as well as several years of experience helping others succeed and grow. Most recently, as a Fulbright scholar, I completed a Master's degree while living in Scotland and leading a community writing group. Additionally, I worked as a writing tutor while I was studying at University of Washington for my Bachelor's degree, where I graduated magna cum laude. As a professional, I have had two books published in addition to dozens of...

...in Michigan but for some reason, my family moved to Taiwan when I was 6. I am currently a Senior at the University of Washington studying business. I have been speaking and reading Mandarin for my whole life. During high school, I was in the Language Gifted Talented class, we had extra Chinese and English classes. I have had tutoring experiences with kids and adults. I have been working at a bilingual kindergarten for the...

...Mexico. I understand how frustrating it can be to not have support in learning. I am here to help students with their learning needs by boosting their confidence and being patient while they learn the topic. I am a believer in going over subject matter in different scenarios in order for the student to not get stuck in a rut. The memory works better if learning is applied this way because the brain will become...

...graduated from the University of Chicago! To me, learning is all about making sure we feel confident to tackle the problems ahead of us, and maybe even find fun in doing it. I like to help students build a solid toolset of the skills they need to feel ready to approach any problem, whether it's reading or test-taking. My favorite subject to tutor in is Math! I'm passionate about getting girls (and everyone) involved in...

...English Literature, with a minor in history, from the University of Washington. I am preparing to begin my studies in Library and Information Sciences. I have worked with high school students on developing reading and writing skills for high school completion and college prep for more than 4 years. Many of the students I've worked with are learning English as their second (or third) language. My favorite subjects to tutor for are AP English and...

Hello, I am a second year kindergarten teacher. I have worked with all ages of kids from kindergarten through 6th grade. I have helped students in elementary schools catch up in math and help them learn to read. When I am not working or doing homework of my own, I enjoy hanging out with my family, doing long distance runs and working out, and scrapbooking. ... I would get to know the child and learn what...

...concepts. My past two jobs have also involved mentoring students, providing support and resources for the people in my program. For two years, I served on a committee that assessed student application essays, offering feedback and edits prospective students. I have a great passion for a wide range of psychology subjects, from social psychology to neuroscience. I even completed my senior capstone project by conducting my own psychology research study on stress and mood! I...

...positions, or as a student coach. These past positions have taught me how to welcome and support people in ways that meet their specific needs. Both in high school and middle school, I was a volleyball coach, and in a way, took on the role of an athletic tutor. This title involved helping organize practices and providing one on one coaching and encouragement to aspiring volleyball athletes. I know it may be an overused sentiment,...

...to really hone my skills. After my time in school I began to work for my local art museum as a teaching artist and museum educator. The museum gave me training in Social Emotional Learning, Trauma Informed Care, and gender neutral training. I was also given the opportunity to teach in our local Extended Learning Opportunities: a federally funded program bringing schools in our area before and after school programs. These programs were staffed by...

...from student to student. I gauge what works and does not work when it comes to teaching techniques and tailor my approach to best help my student learn. Additionally, I've seen that asking questions and guiding my students to the answer helps them retain more information than simply telling them what the correct answer is at the start. Overall, my goal with each student is to have them understand the concepts of whichever subject they...

...learning and the exchange of diverse ideas, practices, and perspectives. I am passionate about fostering confidence, growth, and creative investigation with children and young adults. I hold a Bachelors of Arts in Studio Art from Scripps College and a Masters of Landscape Architecture from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. My professional background in art and environmental design has taken me around the world from Bali to Beirut. I look forward to the opportunity to support...

...potential. During this time I also served as the director of the tutoring program for the local school district. Our tutoring program worked with four schools to serve over 100 students every week. I loved the challenge of making tutoring engaging, fun and effective! While I tutor in a variety of subjects, I'm most passionate about Elementary Math, Reading and Writing. As someone who has been passionate about education since a young age, I also...

Hello! My name is Nikole and I just graduated from University with a Bachelors in TESOL Education with minors in Special Education and Psychology. I try to tailor my instruction to meet the needs of my students and use their interests in the teaching process! I look forward to tutoring you and learning more!