Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Kirkland, WA

...learn. I could have learned that myself online or in a textbook." No student is the same. Therefore, the curriculum for each student should be specifically designed for YOU and YOU alone! You also need to be the main participant in helping design your tutoring plan/curriculum course. I been working (as a teacher and administrator) in international education for 20+ years. I have a Masters of Arts in Teaching - TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers...

...Ive done work as a teen advocate with responsibilities such as planning activities, coordinating field trips and holding youth-focused summer events. The impact of being a positive role model will help shape a childs perspective on how she/he engages this world and others. I believe in doing our part to contributing positive skills and values to our youth. I was fortunate enough to have great mentors during my 8 years of military service and gladly...

...folkloric forms) from the University of Hawaii at Manoa in 2016. Moreover, I also am TEFL/TESOL Certified with over 160 hours of online theory and in-class practicums. Before graduating from Hawaii, I had worked in several departments across many schools that would be considered at risk. My greatest accomplishment was also my most challenging experience with the underserved youth from the aforementioned schools. I had the opportunity to lead them on several cultural exchange programs...

...tackle, and new concepts and material can be difficult to grasp. That's where I come in. In 1991, Ulrich Schiefele did a review of scientific literature and found that interest helped students learn complex concepts more concretely than students who were not interested in the material presented to them (Schiefele, U. (1991). Interest, learning, and motivation. Educational psychologist, 26(3-4), 299-323.). One of the best things about being a tutor is being able to see the...

I am retired from the Issaquah School Distict, and my degree is in Early Childhood Ed. I have been tutoring for 8 yrs.I treat each child as an individual, and adjust my teaching to their learning needs. I have worked with many Special Ed children also.

...I attended Arizona State University where I received my B.A. in English Literature. I plan on continuing to my Masters in Teaching through WGU this fall, primarily focusing on secondary education. I have studied an array of literature, writing forms, grammar, and linguistics. Growing up I also went to and received tutoring for my school work until my SAT/ACT Prep, which really helped shape and motivate my educational career. I am so excited to work...

...subject is relevant and interesting to a student, they will be more eager and excited to learn. While a student, I learned through peer study groups that the act of teaching is one of the best ways to learn and master a subject. I employ this strategy when teaching, as having a student attempt to teach back the material is an invaluable technique when learning to solidify understanding and find ones weaknesses. I also believe...

...majoring in Industrial and Labor Relations, with a double minor in Finance and Computer Science. I graduated with the IB Diploma and wrote my EE on World Studies: Psychology and World History! In high school, I was heavily involved in DECA ( as a national titleholder), FCCLA (regional board), and now serve as secondary chair of Delta Sigma Pi (professional business fraternity) and Kappa Kappa Gamma. I'm excited to work with you as a tutor!

...states. Fifteen of those years I served as a traditional secondary classroom language arts teacher. I have taught a fully array of classes from 6th grade to 12th, from remedial level reading to AP level language and composition, plus electives such as journalism and creative writing in between. Public education has evolved in a way that makes me feel I'm no longer comfortable trying to evolve with it, so I've given up teaching and have...

Regardless of gender, race or history, I believe, that with the right mindset, anyone has the ability to learn anything they want and accomplish their goals; I was born in a small town in Mexico called Irapuato. 23 years later I graduated college with a mechanical engineering degree from one of the most notorious programs in the nation. Whatever your goals, I'd like to help achieve them.

...as good teacher, I am aware of and embrace the fact that I am here for the betterment of the students- and that as a teacher the students are my first priority. A good teacher is encouraging and welcoming. I will be able to make each student feel confident, safe, and intelligent. I would have the students best interest in mind. I would like to understand each student as more than a student, I would...

...a real passion for the humanities. I have five years of experience as a public school teacher in Seattle at the middle and high school levels, teaching classes in Reading, Writing, History/Social Studies, and Literature. My interest and expertise in these subjects, as well as my ability to work effectively with students of all different backgrounds and ability levels, will be easily observable in any tutoring session that we organize. So whether you are looking...

...well as tutoring for Spanish language learners. My tutoring expertise covers several subject areas, including English and Writing, Spanish, Study and Exam Skills, and College Prep and Counseling (advising and support with college applications, choosing a school/major, planning college visits). I adore one-on-one tutoring, and enjoy engaging my students with real-world examples and problems to guide their learning, and to allow my students to understand and appreciate the relevance of skills and subject matter in...

...really enjoy watching people blossom as they gain knowledge, skills and above all, confidence. I am particularly strong in foreign languages - I have taught all levels of French (including AP), I am also fluent in Italian, and I am fairly adept at German. I also have strengths in English lit and writing, as I majored in literature and journalism, and worked as a reporter, writer, copy editor and freelance journalist for many years. I...

...their lessons in a particular way, rather than having them just blindly running through practice exercises. My first formal introduction into tutoring others was in high school, when my English teacher asked me to tutor her daughter. I have always been top of my class in subjects related to reading and writing, and I was flattered and happy to have my first paying job. In my experience, many students study in a very inefficient way....

...and I want to work with you in the ways that fit you best. When it comes to explaining the fundamentals, I'll support you in math and psychology; when it comes to biology, I'll help you conquer the nitty-gritty; and when it comes to reading analysis and writing skills, I'll help you shine. I'd be happy to work with you, regardless of age or background. Thanks for passing by, and have a nice day!

Hi! My name is SriLasya, and I am very excited to be a Varsity Tutor. I graduated high school with an IB Diploma and I am currently an undergraduate student at the University of Illinois at Chicago. At the moment, I am a Sociology and Integrated Health Sciences Double Major, with a pre-Medical focus. I am a very patient and positive person, and I incorporate that into my teaching method. ... My teaching philosophy is to...

...for the state for 4 years and then started a second masters in Social Work at the University of Southern California. I have had tutoring experience with adults and children alike.I have worked as an ESL teacher, a tutor for both graduate and undergraduate students and am currently in my second masters program. I love teaching and learning new things within the profession of tutoring and teaching students and would love to broaden my experience...

Hello tutees! My name is Madison Barrett and I grew up on Bainbridge Island, WA. I am currently attending Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business as an Accounting and Operations major. I enjoy watching and playing all sports as well as musical theater. I hope I get a chance to meet you all soon!

...Tutors, I also do SAT/ACT and curriculum based prep for The Bellevue Learning Center, an in person tutoring company. In high school, I worked as a ski instructor, giving me direct experience in teaching people of varying ages. Additionally, participation in study groups was one of my most frequently used study techniques as a college student. While participating in study groups, I spent at least as much time teaching others college level concepts as I...