Award-Winning ESL/ELL Tutors serving Federal Way, WA

...a graduate of the University of Washington in Seattle. I earned a Bachelor of Arts in History, and also minored in Spanish. Now I am pursuing a Masters in Teaching in the Seattle area. I recently spent a year teaching English in the beautiful country of Costa Rica as a TEFL certified instructor. I was...

...and writing tutor to college freshman, helping to bring students with a wide variety of educational backgrounds up to college level. I love helping students learn to craft an argument, chose their thesis and points, and build a structured, polished essay. I believe all students bring a unique and important perspective to their writing, and...

...have seen my students grow dramatically in both their skills and confidence. I worked extensively with curriculum development and teacher training in an English-speaking K-12 school in Indonesia, which grew to more than 600 students and received international accreditation in less than ten years. I have visited many countries in Southeast Asia. Besides traveling and...

...been a mentor and tutor in after school programs and in supporting local high school stem competitions since graduating college, for two decades. I enjoy helping students learn the subject matter and I am good at supporting the student in how they learn best. I have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and Electronic Automation. I...

...taught English in Japan to grades K-9, and what I learned was most important in teaching is to simply have a relationship with the children and be patient. Not everyone learns in the same way or at the same rate, and it's sometimes just an issue of finding a method that clicks.... My teaching philosophy is to lead the student through the problem, and, as much as possible, to let the student discover the answer on...

...Western Washington University, with focuses on Medieval and modernist literature, composition studies, and linguistics. After graduating, I completed a CELTA certificate in ESL teaching, and worked as a one-to-one ESL instructor in Paris for three years, teaching students of every age and level (as well as improving my French, while still speak on a daily...

...teacher and English major, I love to work with students to write fluid, effective essays and analyze complex literary and nonfiction texts. Connecting students' interests to their work is my priority, and I like to use media, nature, sports, games, and online resources to give them as many tools as possible to be great writers...

...He got me hooked on the Odyssey, which ended up defining my academic life. Writing, myth, journalism, linguistics, history: it's all a part of this huge story, a story with lots of parts we're all working on. I'm a nerd about how it works, and I've studied it from a lot of angles. As a...

...doctor or scientist I am here for you! I have some previous experience teaching AP chemistry and AP biology as well as working with immigrants learning English. My teaching style is efficient but relaxed. Instead of giving lectures, I like to see students work out problems on their own as much as possible before I...

...a BFA from the school of the Art Institute of Chicago and my MLIS from San Jose state. I have worked as a librarian for the past 6 years. I specialize in worthing with kids who have learning disabilities and reluctant readers. Previous to becoming a librarian I gave private art lessons and did art...

...last five years, I split my time between working remotely in the jungles of Thailand and Myanmar as a volunteer instructor, and working as a global traveling teacher for Rustic Pathways, a teen travel company. My time in Southeast Asia ignited a strong passion for empowering people through education, and for providing access to education...

...order to see success in the long run. During my free time, I love to travel and have spent time in Spain, Chile, Uruguay, Costa Rica, and Mexico studying the Spanish language and submersing myself in its different cultures. Additionally, I am an avid WSU Cougar fan, love to paint, and enjoy the sun, water,...

...one tutoring. My specialty is in teaching writing, especially coherence, organization and development of ideas in an essay. My classes, whether face to face or online, have always been places where students can improve their skills in writing, reading and critical thinking through learner centered as well as collaborative methods. Often, I feel that my...

...during the research, writing, and editing processes. If relevant, I will give students homework between sessions to practice vocabulary, increase understanding of certain concepts, and/or become familiar with test materials. The tutoring relationship is like a coaching relationship; I will give students the skills they need to be the best readers and writers possible, and...

...we both had to struggle together to learn the concepts. But what struck me the most and gave me the small spark of passion towards bettering education for others was that moment when my friend finally connected the dots between the concepts and gained a sense of confidence at the end. I had to use...

...tutor. I graduated from the University of Washington in Drama: Performance and Education. After college, I became certified to teach English as a Second Language. This last year I lived in Costa Rica and taught English to students of varying ages and levels. My classes are always fun, dynamic and personalized. Never a boring lecture!...

...from Georgetown University with a bachelor's degree in International Relations. Following graduation, I taught English at a high school in South Korea. In Korea, I taught seven different classes with about sixteen students in each class. I was responsible for creating my own lessons (three lessons each week) as well as for several extracurricular activities....

...an Alumni of Pacific Lutheran University (PLU) at a small liberal arts college. I obtained my Bachelors of Science in Psychology which prepared me to work in a variety of fields. I am currently working towards becoming a certified American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter, I just completed my first year. My goal is to become...

...name is Rhonda Kent. I have been a parent to two wonderful children and a music teacher for many years! I know a lot about different learning styles as each of my two children needed a different way to learn . I am committed to helping students find their best way to learn and apply...

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!