Top Literature Tutors serving Kirkland
Andrew: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...in ecology, which was a particular interest of mine while obtaining my degree. Outside of academics, I am interested in long hikes through the woods of Washington, reading fiction and nonfiction for pleasure, and getting to know my new city. In addition, I am enthusiastic about cooking and baking, and love to try new recipes, with varying levels of success. I have a personal passion for learning, and an interest in sharing that passion with...
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Iowa State University - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 33
Alisha: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...that helped form the four components of my teaching philosophy. In order to receive an AA degree from my local community college, I was required to take a lab science classsomething I dreaded so much that I had managed to avoid it after my sophomore year of high school. I was terrified that I would fail. However, I was lucky enough to sign up for a class being taught by a professor who passionately loved...
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Gonzaga University - Bachelors, English
University of Louisville - Masters, Women's and Gender Studies
GRE Verbal: 164
Shae: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...a holistic learning process. I've worked with college journalists and student leaders at Seattle Central Community College, high school poets at the Nova Project, and diverse adult writers at Bent Writing Institute. I tutor in the areas of College Essays, Essay Editing, Grammar and Mechanics, Literature, Public Speaking, Reading, Writing, Gifted, Study Skills and Organization. I love working with students on their writing, from the building blocks to the gloss, and I especially relish opportunities...
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The Evergreen State College - Bachelor in Arts, Creative Writing and Education for Social Justice
Goddard College - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing
Jeffrey: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...believe that test preparation is a solvable problem, and I am excited about using my solutions to help students achieve their goals. Preparing for a standardized test can feel overwhelming. But you really can be prepared. Careful, concept-oriented preparation can help 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...
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University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1530
SAT Math: 710
SAT Verbal: 800
Rachel: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...a Biology tutor for my schools Biological Sciences Honor Society and as a mentor for graduating high school students through the Dream Project. As a tutor, my main duty is to work with a student as an individual and to adjust my own tutoring to fit the way they learn best. I believe that all students have what it takes to succeed in school, its just a matter of finding the style of learning that...
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University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelors, General Biology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1550
SAT Math: 780
SAT Verbal: 790
Alex: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...writing center. It was there that I discovered another of my passions: helping students who are eager to learn. My profoundly meaningful experience as a tutor led me to join Varsity after graduation. I believe in the importance of writing correctly, expressively, and effectively. Being able to express oneself precisely is vital for students of all disciplines, and indeed for all people who are involved in the difficult process of navigating human relationships. Achieving this...
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Pratt Institute-Main - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Writing
Georgia State University - Master of Arts, Creative Writing
Denise: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...Engineering and an M. Div from a theological seminary, so I'm comfortable with a wide range of academic topics. I love working one-on-one with students because it allows me to find creative ways to help them master new concepts. My teaching style is all about helping students problem solve so that the end result is not only a better grasp of a subject but also a stronger sense of self-empowerment anytime they tackle something new....
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University of California-San Diego - Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
University of California-Santa Barbara - Master of Science, Chemical Engineering
Fuller Theological Seminary - Masters, Theology
SAT Math: 760
SAT Verbal: 750
Jozef Engel: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...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, and worked in France. More recently, I have spent time in Mexico, Portugal, and Panama. Closer to home, I...
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University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor in Arts, History and Comparative Literature
University of California-Irvine - PHD, Comparative Literature
ACT Composite: 33
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 34
Sara: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...experience in Arabic as well. I have traveled extensively through Europe, as well as to South America and Latin America. I love to tutor because it allows me to meet students where they are, and develop personal relationships with them that allow me to better understand their learning styles. I'm an artist, so I approach situations in a creative way. This means I like to look at something from several different angles. When it comes...
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University of Maryland - Bachelor in Arts, Romance Languages - Spanish and French
Michael: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...I have had the opportunity to teach in a variety of grade levels and subject matters. Although I am comfortable with most subjects, I feel most passionate about English, Literature, and History. I believe in a student driven approach to teaching that adapts and adjusts to different learning styles and personal traits in order to best serve my student's needs. Learning is a lifelong process and should be encouraged and nurtured across all aspects of...
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Central Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, Early Childhood/Elementary Education
Brenda: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...Arts in Communication from Marquette University. I love teaching Language Arts, English, ESL, Public Speaking, and College Essay writing. I have enjoyed working with elementary students (K-12) over the last four years teaching math, reading comprehension, and language arts. I am passionate about education and believe that with my dedication, and ability to present subjects in a manner that is easy to understand and meaningful to my students, I can help them to reach their...
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Marquette University - Bachelor in Arts, Communication
University of Phoenix - Masters in Education, Education
Eric: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
My name is Eric Ensign and I have been a classroom teacher in the Seattle area for over seventeen years. During my time as a teacher I have taught nearly every subject and grade level. I enjoy the classroom setting, but I also enjoy working with my students one-on-one and getting to know them on a personal level.
Education & Certification
Western Washington University - Bachelors, Secondary English
City University of Seattle - Masters, Curriculum and Instruction
Nitara: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
My focus in tutoring is on critical, analytical, and essay writing skills, literature, and Spanish language . I hold a master's in International Education, along with an undergraduate double major in English and History, and have worked for several years as an education consultant and researcher.
Education & Certification
Vassar College - Bachelors, English and History
Stanford University - Masters, Education
GRE Verbal: 166
Rebekah : Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...school, my passion has been traveling and making connections with people of different ages and cultures. I took a gap year after high school to backpack in Europe, spent a summer in Russia at a children's camp, and did a summer study abroad learning about social justice in India. My last quarter of college was an internship teaching ESL in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. While I love studying literature of all genres, I feel the most impactful...
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English Literature and Language
Alexandra: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...my senior year, I taught a seminar for first-year students about transitioning to college and developing good study habits. After graduation, I spent a year teaching English at a secondary school in rural, southern France. Now that I am back in Seattle, I work in the University of Washington School of Nursing's Advancement department. However, I miss teaching and am therefore excited to tutor as a way of maintaining my French fluency and using my...
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University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics, French
Chris: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...Most recently, I worked as a teacher at the Yellow Wood Academy, a private high school that offers students a specialized one-on-one classroom environment. At YWA, I taught all high school science classes (including AP, Computer Programming, and Environmental Science) and all levels of high school math. In addition to my teaching and tutoring duties, I designed individualized lesson plans, curricula, homework assignments, and tests. Subjects I have successfully tutored Physics: all levels Chemistry: all...
Education & Certification
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology - Bachelor of Science, Physics
University of Washington - Master of Science, Physics
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 35
ACT Science: 32
Annette: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...literature courses. I have also taught a wide variety of ESL courses both here and in several countries abroad. Currently, I am teaching an online humanities course at the University of Phoenix where I have been employed part time for the past eight years. I have also been tutoring private students throughout the years, and have thoroughly enjoyed working one on one with each of my students. In addition to teaching, I am a writer,...
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University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of California - Irvine - Master of Fine Arts, English
Katherine: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...learning. I left the corporate sector and have obtained a Master's Degree at the Middlebury Colleges Language School program, where for four summers I took a pledge to speak only Spanish and complete a semesters worth of work in six weeks! For the interim 10 months each year, I tutored, worked with refugees and immigrants on job readiness, and assisted with database management at a non-profit. I love reading, writing, traveling (both locally and internationally),...
Education & Certification
University of Wisconsin-River Falls - Bachelors, Spanish; International Studies
Middlebury College - Current Grad Student, Spanish
Sarah: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...in ecology and contemporary dance performance, while continuing to mentor and assist my peers. Although these fields of study may seem to lie on opposite and seemingly unrelated ends of the academic spectrum, I have found that they molded me into an equally rational and abstract thinker and creator. This complementary form of education has allowed me to connect with many different styles of learners, which has ultimately enabled me to mentor a diverse range...
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University of New Mexico-Main Campus - Bachelors, Biology, Dance
Adam: Kirkland Literature tutor
Certified Literature Tutor in Kirkland, WA
...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 closely by Physics. I feel that anyone can learn anything...
Education & Certification
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Bachelors, Sociology
ACT Composite: 34
ACT English: 32
ACT Math: 36
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