Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Kirkland, WA

...college essays, ...), English, or SAT you might have. Since graduating from Vanderbilt University in 2015, I have lived on three continents and in eight cities. I taught English as a Foreign Language in Seoul, South Korea, and have tutored SAT, TOEFL, and writing stateside. While earning my Master's degree in Creative Writing from the University of Washington in Seattle, I taught undergraduate writing. I demand dedication from my students through patience, kindness, and dedication...

...Cincinnati. I plan on attending law school in the near future, but I have always enjoyed teaching. I started tutoring during my junior year of high school, finding that I had an aptitude for analogies that helped students learn the material. I tutor a large variety of subjects, including LSAT, SAT, and ACT. I also tutor various academic subjects, primarily in the fields of math and science. My favorite subject to tutor is Chemistry, followed...

...students with every kind of composition problem. I have extensive experience in broad-scale tutoring, including but not limited to: thesis formation, essay structure, logical flow, and aesthetic flow. Small-scale tutor challenges also play to my strengths as I excel in word-choice and improving sentence dynamics. Apart from most tutors, I engage in a compassionate-style of tutoring, employing heavy focus on encouragement and reframing writing as a type of "play." Writing is an intimate expression of...

...trying to understand the principles of physics, or looking to excel in chemistry or biology, I focus on breaking down difficult topics into manageable parts. I believe that every student has the potential to succeed, and it's my job to help unlock that potential through clear explanations, practice, and consistent encouragement. In my tutoring sessions, I emphasize the importance of not just memorizing facts, but truly understanding the "why" behind the concepts. I encourage critical...

...studying Shakespeare! I love to travel, and hope to do more of it in the future. I also enjoy helping students with their French language learning goals, so that they can get the most out of their travel experiences as well. I don't know about you, but I am also an extremely nervous test taker. I have developed several test preparation techniques that I would be happy to work with you on, so that you...

...minor in Physics. from Gonzaga University. While at Gonzaga, I TA'd for an introductory physics lab and volunteered at the local Girl Scouts science days. I am happy to tutor in English including writing and speaking, as well as in algebra, geometry, and calculus 1,2,3. I also have teaching expertise in physics and chemistry as well as environmental science. Additionally, I can help tutor in engineering coursework. I believe teaching is best approached with kindness...

...Rural Development. Since I first took the SSAT as an 8th grader I have always enjoyed standardized testing, something that set me apart from most of my classmates. From the PSAT to the ACT, SAT, and GRE, I have found the tests to be like games that needed solving, and this is what I like to share with students. Standardized tests present clear goals for students to achieve, and I am encouraged with the amount...

...Washington University. My experience in France during the first half of 2025 helped me realize one of the defining factors on how a student can succeed. That being they need to be passionate and motivated to learn about a subject. While my only experience is as an assistant teacher at the private middle school in Amiens college de lasalle, I'm willing to listen, help, organize and give lessons in both French and English to any...

...and a proven track record of success with students from widely varied backgrounds and academic levels. My relevant work history includes time a literary/technical editor at two Canadian publishing houses, freelance writing coaching for both secondary and post-secondary school clients, providing exam preparation for International Baccalaureate candidates, and tutoring at-risk youth in the Los Angeles Family Shelter system. I would love the opportunity to discuss your needs and look forward to hearing from you soon!

...States, Africa, and Latin America. I am a middle school guidance counselor and love see students progress and having fun while working hard. I firmly believe that with enough time and practice any student can tackle any subject they put their mind to. I tutor an array of subjects but my favorite subjects to tutor are math and writing. In my spare time I enjoy Seattle sports, reading, exploring Washington, and hanging out with my...

I believe that each student brings their own background, strengths, and interests. My goal is for each of my students to feel comfortable learning with me. We will take what you know and build from there through practice, application, and discourse. I love teaching math, reading, writing, and ESL to students of all ages. Come visit my online classroom to start working toward your academic goals.

...is both inside and outside of the learning environment. Everyone learns differently, but people learn more quickly when the information is presented in a manner that is relevant to their lives. Learning a student's interests allows me to customize a specific curriculum to meet their individual needs. I have also tutored and taught, both honors as well as the exceptional student populations, in elementary, middle and high school subject matters. Across the board, the key...

...ensure that students don't run into anything radically new on exam day. My preparation strategy aims to give students the instruction they need to recognize as many problem types as possible. Sitting for a standardized test can be a stressful experience for many people. I try to give students a firm toolkit of techniques and tactics so that they do not have to improvise in that kind of situation, and can instead focus on showing...

...have been in the school system in one capacity or another for the past 23 years, and I am confident that I can provide a positive environment for students to grow and progress. As a former student teacher, as well as a law school graduate, I have experience in presenting modules made to inform and in finding the right answer even in novel areas. Please consider me your resource; I look forward to working with...

...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, but knowledge really is power, and as...

...up to and including college, as those are the areas I've had the most consistent practice and critical engagement in through my studies during high school and beyond. I love tutoring because I understand firsthand what it is like to struggle with something and to feel inferior to others because of those struggles. Therefore, my teaching philosophy is centered around the idea that there are no bad questions because to be taught and to ask...

Greetings students! I am Kurtis Cruz, a 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 to the students needs as needed. ... One of my goals of teaching is...

...a graduate level course on the pedagogy of writing. I have worked individually and intensively with students on personal essays, research papers, position pieces, short stories, poems, writing portfolios, and more. I enjoy working with students at all stages of the writing process, from brainstorming and planning to revising and polishing. I believe that clear, creative, and efficient writing is a necessary tool for every student, one that will serve him or her well in...

My name is Daniel J Cecil and I'm an MFA student in creative writing and a Teaching Assistant at the University of Washington, Seattle campus. I have over 7 years of experience as a professional writer, and extensive training in expository writing and rhetorical approaches to writingin other words, I'm well prepared to make you a better reader, writer, proofreader, and thinker. ... My philosophy is that writing is best taught with the big picture in...

...my enthusiasm for learning reflected in others. I am excited by seeing students "get it." I have tutored elementary instrumental music, taught environmental science lessons, and mentored undergraduate research assistants. As a strong student throughout my formal education, I bring clarity and knowledge of academic subjects. I learned how to succeed in the system of papers, projects, quizzes, and standardized tests, and I look forward helping other students achieve academic success, toousing patience, kindness, creativity,...