Max
Certified Tutor
I recently graduated from the University of Washington's rigorous Mechanical Engineering program. I have over a year of professional tutoring experience. This includes experience with middle school, high school, and college students. It also includes experience tutoring students with various learning disorders and attention/retention issues, as well as students who are very quick to learn.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Kayla
Certified Tutor
...wanted to be a teacher since I was little, and tutoring gives me a great opportunity to practice my teaching skills in a personalized setting. I understand how challenging it can be to start learning Spanish in middle school or high school, since that's when I started learning it myself, but I have many effective...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Spanish
Masters, Secondary Education
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1380
Fabrianne
Certified Tutor
...to tutor both college and middle school students in math. I found that I enjoy teaching and since then have tutored in Math, Science and Engineering. I am comfortable tutoring students with learning challenges. I personally struggle with Dyslexia and ADHD, so I can share tools and methods that worked well for me when learning...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
Ron
Certified Tutor
...I am very patient, and enjoy working with all types of students. I have been very successful in meeting all kinds of student needs including building confidence in a subject, providing accountability, preparing for tests, and tackling difficult assignments. I believe the best way to increase student success and retention is to challenge the student...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Civil Engineering
Current Grad Student, Structural Engineering
Brendon
Certified Tutor
Hello! My name is Brendon Davis and I am a student at the University of Washington. I am studying molecular biology and I hope to some day do research on diseases. Learning is a passion of mine, and I love to share understanding and ideas through tutoring!... When I both learn and teach, my goal is to make connections between various subjects and one's own experiences. By sewing a thread through various concepts and into other...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Biology (Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental)
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 780
Travis
Certified Tutor
...reside in the greater Seattle area and work as an interpreter (American Sign Language/English/Spanish). To date, I hold a Master of Science in Computational Linguistics, a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering, and a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics. I tutor a wide variety of subjects, including computer science, mathematics, and Spanish. If...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Linguistics
Masters, Computational Linguistics
James
Certified Tutor
...one's chosen career. It is a beautiful application of human reasoning to create an understanding of the universe we live in and to admire the incredible technical achievements of mankind. I hope to instill this appreciation for the subject in my students as they build the skills necessary to not only master the techniques and...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Astrodynamics and Engineering Sciences
Master of Science, Applied Mathematics
Master of Engineering, Engineering, General
Masters, Applied Mathematics
Brian
Certified Tutor
...did I grow very interested in math, as my teachers set enough time aside to discuss the material and to further student interest through math's wide-reaching applications. This success follows me through the advanced math classes I have taken such as Calculus and Linear Algebra. Thus, I believe that even one interested, caring and motivated...
Education & Certification
Current Undergrad, Chemical Engineering
Nykolai
Certified Tutor
...people understand, and for I long time I considered becoming a teacher, though I eventually decided to spend my time learning the applied side of mathematics. I still, however, relish any opportunity to work with people, whether as a counselor, instructor, or colleague. I know I can be of value to anybody who wants to...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Mathematics
SAT Math: 760
Thomas
Certified Tutor
...discouragement that comes with failure. I know how hard it can be to play the game of getting through school. I also know how to help my students make the most of it. I listen carefully to my students' concerns and tailor my approach to each individual. I respect my students' time and only ask...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English
Karen
Certified Tutor
...Spanish from the University of Washington, I worked for the Japanese Exchange and Teaching Program in Fukushima, Japan. Here, I taught English to elementary and junior high students. After this, I spent time working in the Richland and Pasco School Districts as a Japanese coach and substitute teacher. I also spent time with the Columbia...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Spanish
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1440
Blanca
Certified Tutor
...in American Ethnic Studies and Interdisciplinary Visual Arts. I love being able to help people through fun and innovative methods of learning and craft my sessions to accommodate my students. When I am not teaching, I enjoy cooking, baking, decorating/diy, art, local events, and rediscovering Seattle. I look forward to working with you!... Learn while having fun; engage in a creative way.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Art & Ethnic Studies
Masters, Politics & Human Resource Management
Marcy
Certified Tutor
...Hill Elementary in South Seattle. I am passionate about working with students to create lifelong learners and innovative leaders, and in order to do so, believe that students must feel valued, inspired and empowered by their teachers and community. I have a strong commitment to ensuring that each student develops life skills to succeed beyond...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, American Studies
Masters, Elementary Education/Teaching
Malaika
Certified Tutor
I am the mom of two young boys, one with developmental delays. Over the years I have worked as a retirement actuary, Montessori Primary guide, tutor to UW student athletes, and I currently teach crochet classes at All Wound Up yarn shop in Edmonds, Washington. I enjoy working with students of all ages.... I will ask the student about long-term goals, and then ask how the current work will help them progress toward that goal. I...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Applied and computational mathematical science
Masters, Education
SAT Math: 770
Ashley Hsin-Yu
Certified Tutor
...goals. When I tutor, I regularly check on the student's understanding and adjust the materials that I teach based on the particular areas the student needs help with. I believe that having a full understanding of the materials and the process of problem solving rather than mere memorization is essential to learning.
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Biochemistry
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1380
SAT Math: 770
Jessica
Certified Tutor
...on my toes to teach and so I'm constantly learning new things. When asked what my favorite thing to teach is...that's a hard question! I'd have to say I'm most passionate about kids and teens. I'm also very interested in psychological aspects of growing up. It's challenging! This being said I love working with people...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Nursing
Masters, Nursing
Jonathan
Certified Tutor
...2011. Since then I have tutored an array of people, including UW students, Seattle public high school students in both public and alternative schools, and working professionals. Teaching is a skill that I look to enhance every day, in and out of the classroom. When I was 16, in 2008, I made an instructional video...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Applied Physics
Gwynne
Certified Tutor
...Education in Instruction and Curriculum Design from Concordia University in Portland, which I completed in September of 2016. I have taught all ages, from 3 to adult. I find most the most joy in teaching English and Reading, as I feel there is so much to discover in the grand world of books. I believe...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, English and Sociology
Masters, Curriculum Design and Instruction
Kurtis
Certified Tutor
...University of Washington graduate with a BSc in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology and former employee in the Department of Biology as well. My primary goal is to use my enthusiasm for the arts and sciences to motivate my students. I seek to project an upbeat attitude when teaching any student and adjust my teaching...
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Molecular, Cellular, & Developmental Biology
George
Certified Tutor
...a heavy course load have helped to build a strong foundation in math, physics, and programming. When I came to this country, I was forced to overcome many language problems. I think the most important thing in tutoring is helping students find their own interest and stimulating their desires to get good grades for themselves....
Education & Certification
Bachelors, Electrical Engineering
SAT Math: 760
GRE: 325
GRE Quantitative: 170
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