Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Kirkland, WA

...their passion, and thrive in all other areas. All students, children especially, do best in a warm, inviting environment where they feel engaged and excited to participate. This is the environment I always aim to provide. I have a Bachelor's in English Literature (with an education endorsement) from Western Washington University, as well as a Master's in Public Affairs from Washington State University. I enjoy reading and writing in just about every form, and I...

...desire to use my skills and experience to help others. I've lived in France, Scotland, and the United States, and I love discovering new cultures and experiences. My background focuses heavily on language, linguistics, and multicultural communication; I have a Bachelor of Arts in French Studies and Linguistics, and I have a Master of Science in Translation Studies. I would love to share my passion for teaching with those who are ready to learn!... I like...

...papers, college application essays, and yes, even in SAT Writing! I am committed to a reflective tutoring model that is motivated by a desire to show students how they think. A reflective tutoring model is best for developing student-specific approaches to and goals for thinking and learning more confidently. My experience as a teaching assistant and writing tutor, both for high school and college students, first familiarized me with one-on-one tutoring. Since then, I have...

...I worked at aiding teachers and individually tutoring students that had to be temporarily separated from the rest of the population. Throughout, I have maintained a steady and patient demeanor that puts students at ease. Fostering an environment for learning involves allowing students to experiment with new knowledge and understand its limits. Incorrect answers are just as important as correct ones, in their own ways. I provide students with a safe atmosphere to discover both....

...diverse populations through public health initiatives and political organizations. I love engaging with subjects that educate us on how we as individuals structure our world and view ourselves. This love has developed into a passion for writing, literature, and numerous genres of history as I find that these subjects truly articulate who we are. I find that greatest way to teach any material is by demonstrating that the subject is not just isolated to an...

...writing, and AP Literature. I'm a recent Seattle University graduate with exceptional teaching skills. I believe in the power of critical thinking, analytical writing and close reading. My teaching philosophy is that all pupils are capable of unique perspectives and ideas, and that writing is the key to unlocking any person's academic potential. Writing is an imperative element of professional life, and teaching a student to write articulately, compellingly and clearly is essential to success!

...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 am available to tutor any subject relating...

...has taken me from studying crows’ ability to recognize human faces here in Seattle to researching critically endangered monkeys and dolphins in picturesque rural China. I am excited to encourage my students to become confident in their areas of study so they too can pave the academic avenues to follow their dreams. I tutor Writing, English as a second language, Mandarin, and biology. Instilling confidence in my students is my top priority and I believe...

...tutored college students different courses in mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry, and psychology. Also, l worked as a graduate teaching assistant at Marquette University. I taught the laboratory part of general chemistry, analytical chemistry, and organic chemistry. Furthermore, l worked as a science teacher at different secondary schools. I taught science for grades 4,5,6, and 8. Also, l taught chemistry for grade 9. When it comes to my education, l have a bachelor degree in biology...

...a non-profit that provided mentors for children from single parent homes. While I was raising my children, I began tutoring Reading part time in public schools and found that I absolutely love working with emerging readers in small groups or one to one. It is extremely satisfying helping a child become a strong reader, as it influences their success in every subject area. I try to instill a love for books in my students, while...

...a degree in Elementary Education and Special Education. I am a great tutor because I have worked in many schools at different levels, and know how to teach things in fun and creative ways. I love helping kids be successful in school, and I cannot wait to tutor you today. I can provide homework help, review, teach you a new subject, or get you ready for a test. My Special Education background will help me...

...elementary school in college, and spent the year after college teaching English in China. While teaching in China I worked mainly with high school students (mostly seniors) and provided individual tutoring to middle and high school students. When I returned to the US I also spent some time as an SAT teacher for Princeton Review, and then later worked as a Graduate Student Instructor (TA) for an undergraduate course in Zen Buddhism while in graduate...

...I participated in many peer-tutoring sessions where friends and I studied together and learned from each other. In my spare time I read voraciously. I recently finished “If Beale Street Could Talk” by James Baldwin and prior to that I read “The Unbearable Lightness of Being” by Milan Kundera. I also enjoy exercising, knitting and spending quality time with my Netflix account. This July I will be starting my second year with City Year as...

...department of Public Health Genetics. I study how people respond differently to medications because of their genes. As a result, I spend a lot of time thinking about Biology, Chemistry, Statistics, and Policy. I love to teach and work with the Pacific Science Center as a Communication Fellow. I attended Stanford University for both my Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Biology, with a minor in Chemistry. While there, I researched the immune system and how...

...and knowledge to make the world a better place. I currently work in green energy, specifically on developing technology for the decarbonization of mining and industrial equipment. I received bachelors and masters degrees from the University of Michigan, where I was a graduate student instructor and machine shop trainer. Despite my choice of studies, I have often been frustrated with own my math and science class experiences, and how often I see one bad class/teacher/experience...

...settings like small groups or one on one. I have worked with young children through science outreach programs. I tutor a variety of science subjects as well as French, my native language, but my favorite subject is biology because I am fascinated by the diversity of adaptations in the living world. I work with students by making concepts relatable to them and explaining how and why things work a certain way, whether it's math problems...

...all kinds of students from various backgrounds and learning styles, and my interest in getting to know students for who they are. As a teacher, I care about building trusting relationships and individual coaching. My personal philosophy is that learning is teaching, and teaching is learning. We work together. And, if you have a question, that means someone else does! As a language learner myself, especially who studied Mandarin Chinese to an advanced level, Spanish,...

...in English Language and Literature. I have 10+ years of tutoring experience ranging from elementary students to undergraduate seniors. Additionally, I am a published writer and have worked for multiple literary magazines. I am skilled in writing, reading, editing, research, prose, language acquisition, and literary analysis. I am also proficient in Italian and am working towards fluency. I consider myself to be a very passionate and charismatic person and am excited to help students grow...

Fun-loving and individually geared, I make a point to be sensitive to the needs of my clients. Patient and thorough, while focused and result-oriented. Any questions, concerns, or suggestions are always welcome.

...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.... To be blessed around...