Award-Winning IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches Tutors for Students in Tacoma, WA

...for people with autism for 3+ years and would love to work with students with autism as well. My goal in tutoring is to help students learn how to study and how to learn, because everyone learns differently and it's difficult to understand what your learning strengths are without help, especially for neurodiverse people. I don't want to just help you answer questions, but also to help you know what the right questions to ask...

I'm a classical language and literature major at the University of Puget Sound, with minors in Mathematics and Gender theory. My expertise is in tutoring Ancient Greek and Latin for all levels of experience, and mathematics from elementary/middle school prealgebra to multivariate calculus, as well as writing strategies and development, and I also have a painting and drawing background and got a 5 on my AP studio art portfolio

...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 using humor and positive encouragement. I strongly believe that children need support at home, both by being read to and reading to their family members. Following this period of learning loss due to the Covid epidemic, I am enjoying working with students to provide phonics-based early reading...

...in engineering and an MBA. I've worked in educational technology to empower hands-on learning that supports college curriculum. I've volunteered for FIRST Robotics and in elementary maker spaces to help students connect their classroom work to real-world applications. I love to work with students of all ages from fundamentals to advanced subjects. Whenever I can I will apply the curriculum to my experience or advanced education to make learning interesting and show why it matters.

In high school, I tackled various AP classes, from calculus to German. In college, I successfully completed two bachelor of science degrees in chemical engineering and applied mathematics. Although my educational background has shaped the subjects I teach, my tutoring experience with multiple college organizations has shaped my teaching methods.

...enthusiasm and persistence are more important than natural ability. I hope to share my passion for science with younger learners. I recently started a part-time job at the Seattle Aquarium as a mentor and supervisor for high school volunteers working on the youth-led Puget Sound: We Love You campaign. Encouraging and supporting young people's efforts to make the world a better place is very rewarding work, and I love getting to go to work each...

...lived and learned French. I have a degree in Foreign Language and Literature from Washington State University, a Master of Arts degree in Athletic and Sport Administration from Gonzaga University and a Certification to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) from Metz University in France. My favorite subjects to teach are English (ESL) and French. I have the skill to teach in a way that simplifies learning to accelerate progress! I learned French 30...

...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 middle to high school students in subjects related to English writing and history. I strongly believe a bettered education can be a powerful and lasting tool for any student who wishes to pursue it, and I hope that I can become a part of that process!

...am committed to helping students express themselves with as much creativity and uninhibitedness as possible while also staying true to the constraints of the English language. I believe that I am able to do this by employing the conversational method of pedagogy: asking questions, prodding students to push themselves creatively and intellectually, and attending to the details of their written work. By submitting ourselves to this process, we not only improve the quality of the...

...based on honesty is the best policy. If a student is struggling, it is best to be honest about his or her situation instead of cheating of any kind. Being open minded toward others' perspectives is also key to understand the world. I belief that the role of educators is to instill a sense of intrigue and a healthy of amount of skepticism among students so that they can think for themselves.

...long term goal is to open my own businesses in either or both food and education to share my dreams and passions with the community. Helping students to become successful has been one of my biggest passions. I enjoy being part of the students' lives to learn their overall career goals, then help guiding them to the right direction both academically and outside the school. It takes more than just getting good grades in order...

...their highest potential in school. The subjects I tutor include test prep, math, and English. As someone who recently went through the US testing system for college admissions, I know how stressful AP tests, SATs, and ACTs can be. As a tutor, I aim to help students feel as prepared as they can for these standardized tests, giving students the confidence to succeed. In my spare time, I enjoy doing pilates and yoga, listening to...

...University in Anthropology, with a focus on religion and philosophy. After graduating, I spent three years in Africa and Asia working in sustainable development and teaching English to both adults and children, before moving to Paris to pursue a master's degree. I received my graduate degree in international relations and diplomacy from the American Graduate School, writing my thesis on the effects of domestic politics on US foreign policy in the Middle East. I have...

...the way you get better at soccer or volleyball or guitar. I know the panic that comes from facing what seems like a mountain of detail and 'rules', but taking a breath and reviewing allows you to remember what you've already learned and to better retain it, too. Education is so important for lifewe are all born learningand that means staying engaged, especially in reading and writing, through our lives. In my spare time I...

...for academics. I find joy in helping others reach their ACT/SAT goal(s). Having tutored ACT and SAT prep full time for going on 5 years, I can efficiently assess a student's strengths and weaknesses, develop a personalized tutoring plan, communicate strategies to better approach the test, teach concepts, and guide students to success. Adaptation to a student's needs is the key to success for both student and tutor. I have ample experience working with students...

...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 ruin a student's self-confidence or passion. I have the most experience in math and science, but I can also help out with English, introductory Spanish, or test prep. Outside of work, I play ice hockey, volunteer for Seattle's Youth Tutoring Program, read, and occasionally hike/bike/run.

...Math has been my favorite subject my whole life, and my goal is to become a high school math teacher. I know that some people are not the biggest fans of math, but I take it upon myself to help the struggling students, and maybe if they can see themselves succeeding in mathematics they will enjoy it more. In my spare time I like to go running, play Ultimate Frisbee, play board games, and watch...

...older students, I make the more academic aspects of written and spoken French transparent and achievable by listening to students and breaking down complex ideas. I have a near-native accent and a nuanced understanding of grammatical structure from years of studying and teaching higher level French. I would love to work with all levels of French learners from those looking to brush up their French for their next journey abroad to students from preschool to...

...making learning fun. When learning is engaging and fun, I find that the material is more memorable and some of the stress of testing is removed, and to this end I try to incorporate games as much as possible. I like to give the students ample space to show me what they do already know, something that is illuminating to me as a tutor and also frequently surprises students with how much knowledge they already...

...UW. If you are interested in pursuing a business or economics related field, I am your guy! I have also spent over 200 hours in SAT Prep classes, and have extremely satisfactory results that is proof of my ability to help you prep for the SAT. I can also give you college/major search advice on the side, as I have many connections attending Princeton, UC schools and other prestigious universities pursuing a diverse range of...