Award-Winning History Tutors serving Everett, WA

...definite change from the political theory I studied at Whitman. At Montana State University, where I took my prerequisites, I served as a peer instructor for physics classes. Just as I did at the writing center, I tried to get students to see the fun in physics, making their studies less of a chore and more of an inquisitive process. Whenever it’s sunny and warm enough, my free time is spent rock climbing; I also...

...Washington in Seattle, and in my undergraduate years (at the same institution) I studied Linguistics, English Creative Writing, and Japanese. My most comfortable tutoring areas include anything to do with writing, whether fiction or non-fiction, and teaching English as a second language. In tutoring, my primary objective is to be of the greatest service possible to my students' particular needs. Short-term as well as long-term goals are very important, and I make a point of...

...to learning anything is understanding how the subject matter fits into the larger picture of your life. If you understand WHY you need to learn something, you have an incentive to learn it. I've tutored middle school, high school, and college freshmen and sophomores and occasionally get a phone call from one of my younger sisters asking for help editing an essay or solving a math problem. In my spare time I am outside: running,...

...since I was 11 years old, making long experience one of my greatest advantages as a tutor. My other great advantage is flexibility. I believe that students and tutors are partners who make equal and mutual contributions to the learning process. Tutors have the responsibility to adapt materials to the learning styles, interests, and personalities of their students. Because of this, I always do my best to adapt my tutoring and any materials that I...

It is so very rewarding to help a student move forward in their academic life. I have experience tutoring and teaching students from pre-K to middle school as well as testing students of all ages. I am certified as a pre-school teacher since 1992. I received my associates degree from North Seattle College in 2015.

...Nations and community development projects. I have experience both taking and assisting peers with A.P. exams, including World History, U.S. History, U.S. Government, Comparative Government, English Language and English Literature. I believe that students learn best when a seemingly complex subject is broken down into simple and logical pieces, and the pieces are made relatable and relevant to students. I also believe that for students struggling with subjects like History and English, test-taking skills are...

...essays, 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...

My name is Joseph Dakin, I am a College student Majoring in Psychology and Premed. I am also a practicing EMT. I speak Mandarin semi fluently and have taken the IB diploma. I will do my best to assist you in learning things that I and hopefully you are passionate in.

...of Washington. I have won state and national awards for my competence in reading comprehension and writing so those are the areas in which I am strongest. I have a love of history and imparting knowledge to others. I have strong test taking skills and an ability and desire to help others. I grew up helping my younger brother who was not very strong with tests. In my free time I like to play basketball,...

...minor in Asian American Studies from Pomona College. I was also accepted to Tufts University and the University of Southern California, where I was awarded a merit scholarship, and waitlisted at Harvard University. I have tutored underrepresented elementary school students to improve their reading comprehension and edited college applications for high school students. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about English, Literature, and Reading. As a first-generation low-income student,...

...and desire to help others succeed academically and to help those understand and get the concept of the subject that is being studied in order to move forward successfully. I have a passion in reading and writing, as well as science and history. I know what it takes to succeed. Fun fact: I obtained my pilot's license in 2019, it was a lifelong dream of mine since I was a little kid.

...school, participated in a program teaching Spanish at a local 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)...

...Berkeley pursuing a dual degree in Political Science and Economics with a minor in Public Policy. I previously was a teaching assistant at the University of Washington for a summer writing course aimed towards middle and high school students, as well as a volunteer at the Coalition of Refugees from Burma, where I assisted an adult technology and conversational English class. After completing the IB Diploma program two years ago, I would love to tutor...

...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 work through writing a difficult essay or prep for the...

...This new passion led me to graduate school, where I am now earning a master's degree so that I can teach at the college level. My university also awarded me a graduate assistantship to teach general education classes while I am earning my graduate degree. I have had over 500 students in those classes to date. I teach English, literature, reading and writing for Varsity Tutors. How do I work? I believe in learning by...

...I also have a Certificate in Fundraising Management from the University of Washington. Currently, I am working towards getting my Master's in Secondary and Middle Level Teacher Certification M.Ed. My goal is to become a history teacher. I have tutored children K-12 for the Seattle Public Library as a Homework Helper. I have assisted children with their homework assignments in history, math, writing, science, and social studies. As for hobbies, I love to scrapbook, read,...

...week. I also worked as a French tutor to Intermediate and Intro students, helping teach them to communicate effectively. I am also an avid reader and writer, and am happy to help anyone in these subjects, having worked on both as a tutor in French and English. I spent my time in High School as a tutor to young students and have experience working with them on a variety of subjects, from math to reading...

...and why! These kernels of connection can grow into motivators implicitly and explicitly throughout the lesson. Following this student-centered theme, my approach is defined by student need, determined both by what you the student say you need, but also on things I notice during our lessons. Finally, I believe an educator's best aim should be to teach students how to teach themselves! Whatever subject I'm working in, I endeavor to teach students skills that will...

...I have worked with hundreds of students from every conceivable background to ensure that their educational experience is the best it can be. I also worked closely with students to improve their writing in both form and content. I worked with a summer bridge program that prepares high school juniors and seniors for their transition to college. I also worked as a special assignment mentor to provide scholastic support for middle school students. I am...

...but very slow in others. This disconnect made my educational journey a long and difficult one. I understand the thrill of success, but also the despair and 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...