Award-Winning High School English Tutors serving Redmond, WA

...test prep, college admissions essays, or grade level reading and math. I enjoy being a student as much as I enjoy being a teacher. I believe that learning should be fun. When I'm not studying or teaching I can be found outside in this great Northwest, hiking, running, or exploring. I also enjoy quite time in my home where I live with my dog and my pet rabbits. I enjoy reading, fixing up the house,...

...am a recent graduate of the University of Oregon's Environmental Science program, and have minors in Biology and Latin American studies. In the fall I will be starting a program in Speech and Hearing Sciences, and plan to follow up with a masters in Speech Language Pathology. During my undergraduate career, I was enthralled with the life sciences, and am passionate about passing that excitement on. The subjects that I love teaching most are Algebra,...

...age, I have been fascinated with words and the way we use them. I would love to help a pupil become attuned to the nuances of a text or express themselves more clearly for a college admissions essay. Besides education, my interests and hobbies include theatre, cooking, camping, and volunteerism. In my professional and personal life, I adhere to the motto of my favorite writer, E.M. Forster: "Only connect." By shaping meaningful connections with others, we...

...with subjects ranging from Ancient Epic Poetry and Women in the Classical World to Modern Western Civilization and Medieval Literature. I have designed and taught two of my own courses as instructor of record, both on Roman History. I find the most enjoyable bits of teaching is taking students through a work - historical, literary, whatever - and helping the student discover the references and connections the author of that work was making, what he or...

...tutors and teachers focus too much on what they are saying and don't spend enough time asking questions directly to the student. By having them explain a concept to you in their own words and listening intently to their responses, you can discover a lot about a student's learning style and why they might not be grasping a concept. Be Patient: Students easily become frustrated over subjects or lessons that they aren't understanding. I strive...

Writing is like a building project: you need ideas and vision to come up with the design. Then you need a solid foundation poured. After that the construction of story after story. Then the details that take it from a mere building to one that no one forgets. Once it's polished up you open the doors and let everyone in.... Learning is at its core about intellectual curiosity; about gathering knowledge and ideas and thoughts, because...

...Environmental Science, and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with a 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...

...grammar, and the mechanics of the English language for a variety of subjects including literature, philosophy, and history. I enjoy tutoring students who require help with improving their skills in the English language, essay writing, college applications, and literary analysis. My goal when tutoring students is to help them improve their skills so that eventually they will not require a tutor and will feel confident in their own usage of the English language, their own...

...a staunch believer in lifelong learning, I always aim to impart in my students the importance of learning as a vehicle for enriching both themselves and those around them: rather than secluding in the proverbial ivory tower, students should be empowered to be the rising tide that lifts all boats with them. I specialize in teaching English literature, ESL, world and US history, drawing and painting, art history, standardized test prep, and effective crafting of...

...have a Bachelors in Elementary Education from Pacific Lutheran University with an endorsement in Elementary Education (K-8) and an endorsement in Reading (K-12). I have a Masters of Education from the University of Melbourne. I have provided tutoring services in and out of the school setting since 2008. I have taught 1st grade in a public school since 2014. I love working with students and watching them develop a love for learning that can become...

...My name is Carter. I’m a graduate of Northwestern University, where I studied journalism and international studies (with a focus in Europe and international security), and gained a concentration in gender and sexuality studies. Thanks to journalism, I’ve traveled and lived all over the United States, from New York to Los Angeles to Houston. My biggest passions are English and literature, and I love to instill that passion in others, whether that means helping someone...

...am a sophomore at University Of Washington, Seattle. Since I only graduated from high school a couple years ago, I am very familiar with the high school and middle school topics being taught. I am able to relate and truly understand the stress that students might be going through with college application processes, SATs and middle / high school assignments. I am eager to motivate and help you all to be successful and confident students...

Hi, my name is Hiller. I'm partly retired following a 35 year career in Urban Planning. I have experience tutoring in Adult Basic Education subjects, algebra, reading/writing and Spanish. I would be happy to work with you to expand your knowledge in these subjects.

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...

I am a college student at Seattle University studying for my BS in Psychology. I love learning and believe that everyone should be allowed the opportunity to engage in the knowledge the universe has to offer. In my spare time, I can be found snuggling my dog, Luxe.

...I am a recent graduate from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, WA, and although my degree is in Biology, my interests range far and wide. I like to think that we are only hindered by the limitations we place on ourselves, and that if we open our minds and stay dedicated, we can learn just about anything. This ethos led me to complete my minor in Sociology and Anthropology, take four years of...

...love teaching how to use words most of all. If you have some, I can help you improve them. It's my passion and my job. IN SHORT I've been professionally polishing words and using them for all of my adult career, both on paper for fans worldwide and in conversation with strangers worldwide. I can help with English, writing, reading, editing, grammar, speaking, and conversation. If you'd like some help, don't hesitate to reach out....

...of diverse ages and backgrounds, providing personalized support in math, reading, and writing. My teaching philosophy is centered around the belief that every individual has the capacity to learn and improve with patience and persistence. In addition to my teaching experience, I have also assisted students in preparing for standardized tests, including the CogAt and ISEE. As a fluent speaker of both Vietnamese and English, I am well-equipped to support students from diverse linguistic backgrounds....

...with remarkably different people from all over the world. I have tutored adults and children in ELL (both as volunteer work and for pay). My favorite subject to tutor is writing and reading. I enjoy analyzing writing with a student to help them understand the author's purpose, and how they can present this information for better grades. I edit literature in addition to tutoring. I like to have fun teaching. I can be a bit...

...I love to see students begin to use writing as a way to explore their thoughts and ideas. I also love to see the process of learning a new language at the early stages, which is often when a student begins to think critically about language for the first time. When I'm not working or reading, I try to travel as much as I can. I grew up partly in Costa Rica, studied in Spain,...