Award-Winning Math Tutors for Students in Burien, WA

...so that eventually they will not require a tutor and will feel confident in their own usage of the English language, their own writing and use of voice, and their own ideas. In my spare time I like watching old Hollywood movies, reading Tolkien, Gothic literature, and Dostoevsky, riding horses, drawing and painting, and walking...

...knowledge of literature. I find the analysis of literature to be very interesting and hope to inspire those I work with to feel the same way. I am most versed in early American literature but am familiar with many other types as well. I seek to promote close reading strategies and emphasis on aesthetic analysis.

...the next generation. I became interested in math while earning my BSc. in Actuarial Science in Nebraska. I was fascinated by the way math professionals' use numbers to solve modern problems using very creative ways. I believe, for everyone, this passion begins ground up with basics in a normal academic setting. I want to take...

...the East Coast, and I am enjoying getting to know the ins and outs of the city and the different culture Seattle has to offer. I am a person that genuinely enjoys teaching and what I do. I especially enjoy one-on-one sessions to really figure out how different people learn different subjects. Once I get...

...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 lifelong. In my free time I enjoy hiking,...

...7 years. I have also tutored in-person but took this to the next level hoping to help others online. I achieved my bachelor degree in education studies and master degree in special education. I believe helping others achieve their goals can be beneficial to the educational outcome of all students. I enjoy the challenge of...

...and expand from there. I help students find the connections between subjects and then give them the tools necessary to find their own answers. I know I've done my job right when a student has the confidence to defend their answers and don't just look them up in the back of the book. In the...

...a tutor and teacher in a variety of settings, from tutoring youth in after-school programs to assistant teaching in high school and college classrooms. I am passionate about teaching because I believe education allows people to interact with the world in a meaningful way, and I get excited about tutoring students who have a desire...

...taught English in Japan to grades K-9, and what I learned was most important in teaching is to simply have a relationship with the children and be patient. Not everyone learns in the same way or at the same rate, and it's sometimes just an issue of finding a method that clicks.... My teaching philosophy is to lead the student through the problem, and, as much as possible, to let the student discover the answer on...

...my hometown of Bellevue, WA. I graduated cum laude from the College of Arts and Sciences with high distinction in English and minors in Psychology and Communication Design, and hope to apply my analytical and communication skills to a career in law or public policy. While attending university, I spent my free time finding ways...

Hi! My name is Becca and I am a student at the University of Washington. Prior to Varsity Tutors, I have two years of tutoring experience with high school sophomores and freshman. Besides the common school subjects, I can also work with students on their organizational skills and college essay writing.

...to Guatemala. I spent my time teaching, serving, and loving the country, the culture, and the people around me. I love the Spanish language, have a mind for mathematics, and a heart for teaching. I know that hard work and dedication can propel an average life to a great one, and have come to understand...

...in the recent past, I intimately understand the challenges that middle and high school students face today, particularly with demanding AP courses and STEM subjects. While my college experience has built upon my academic foundation, my journey through high school AP classes remains fresh in my mind, allowing me to connect with students on a...

I am currently working towards a BS in Mathematics from La Salle University with a minor in Chemistry. After graduating this May, I plan on attending graduate school at the University of Washington for Civil Engineering. I enjoy tutoring as I see it as a means to help people overcome an obstacle.

...science and 9th grade science before that. I love engaging in science and examining the world around me. As a teacher, I enjoyed working with students one-on-one and seeing their eyes light up when they had that "A-ha!" moment. I left teaching in search of a more flexible schedule. I am eager to continue supporting...

...team with some of my friends. I am also a member of the University of Washington Drumline where I am the bass drum section leader and have been fortunate enough to travel to places like Hawaii and Alaska with the band! I love football and am counting the days until the Seahawks and Huskies seasons...

...have been tutoring professionally since 2011, mostly with working adults and young adults. I come from a long line of teachers on both sides of my family. Above all, I bring compassion to my work. I have a learning disability which makes me gifted in some areas, but very slow in others. This disconnect made my...

...with others. While I may not have formal tutoring experience, I have spent considerable time helping my classmates and younger siblings grasp complex concepts, particularly in Algebra 2 and physics. My teaching philosophy centers around patience and simplification; I believe that breaking down topics into foundational elements fosters understanding. I enjoy collaborating with students to...

...Virginia Tech with a B.S. in Chemistry and Biochemistry. I am currently attending pharmacy school at VCU to pursue a career as a pharmacist. During my time at Virginia Tech, I have tutored elementary and middle school students in science and math. A true sense of reward comes from teaching young students. Most of my...

...I am most passionate about teaching all levels of math, physics, and chemistry. I am a very curious and passionate learner, and I am eager to foster that same drive in students. I approach teaching by answering questions and explaining concepts but encouraging the student to put those concepts into practice themselves. Instead of simply...