Award-Winning Math Tutors for Students in Tacoma, WA

I have a passion for helping others set and exceed their personal goals. I believe learning is lifelong and is best achieved in an environment that is trusting, professional, and comfortable. I believe the right skills and confidences can change lives, and am ready to help contribute to that in any way possible!... Teaching is best accomplished in a setting that is supportive, engaging, and trusting. These attributes help build confidence and excitement about learning, and...

...the impression we make on kids of all ages is so important for their development and the way they view themselves in society. So, I am passionate about leaving a positive impact on students in order for them to feel more confident and prepared when tackling both academic and personal challenges on their own. First thing's first, I want to understand where we are at in the learning process and what our goals for the...

...and was inspired to become a mathematics teacher. After earning a Masters and Secondary Math Credential in California, I taught at an LAUSD school for four years. During those four years, I learned to discern when students were going to need support, what common misconceptions were, and how to best help students be successful depending on their personality and learning styles. My approach to working with your student is to help them develop an understanding...

...variety of AP tests. If I were to describe my teaching style, when it comes to standardized tests I'm not someone who likes to focus on memorization or learning specific math or grammar rules. I believe more points can be won/lost based on the process that a student uses to answer questions. How many times have you looked at the answers to a question you got wrong on a test and realized that you knew...

...lifelong learner with a B.A. in Mathematics and minors in Russian and Chemistry from Utah State University. I enjoy breaking down complex topics into clear, manageable steps so students not only understand the material but gain confidence in their own abilities. My background spans mathematics, science, programming, and language learning, giving me a broad perspective to connect concepts across disciplines. Whether working through challenging problem sets or exploring a new subject, I focus on building...

I have a BS in finance and economics, I worked as a financial analyst and investment specialist for a brokerage firm. I abruptly changed direction and joined the military where I spent close to a decade serving in the United States Army Special Forces. I approach tutoring with a "no quit" attitude as I have done with many things in my life. Together we will make it happen!

...passion in the subjects they may come to enjoy and encourage the seeking of real help when it is needed to ensure their academic success. My strongest subject was always math, but as I have gotten older I've slowly been able to unlock my writing potential as well. I think by going through the process of having to figure out my own writing process, when it did not fit with the process I was always...

...passionate about helping students because I realize how hard school can be when striving for As or falling behind and not feeling good enough. Being a student myself I have achieved an Associates of Arts and am currently pursuing my Bachelors of Science at the University of Washington. I have tutored community members and peers since my high school years and am ready to help a new generation of students achieve their academic dreams.

...problems they had trouble with at any grade level. I make sure the student is sure of all concepts before going forward, as I believe having a solid grasp of fundamentals and prior concepts is essential in understanding new ideas in Maths. I've achieved a BS in Mathematics from the University of Alaska, Anchorage. In my opinion, mathematics is a series of puzzles where you simply need to find and use the correct tools to...

...simplest, easiest way forward in whatever subject you are working with. In the past, I tutored professionally for the SAT and ACT, and informally helped people in all subjects. As of August, 2021, I'm just getting started here on Varsity Tutors. I've worked a lot as a software engineer, so I will be focusing on Computer Science to start with. I'll be reviewing Math next, and then see what other subjects I might like to...

...and English. In my experience, with the right attitude and effort, learning can be rewarding, fun, and even math can seem a little less scary. I believe everyone should be empowered through their education and hope to not only build foundational skills, but instill confidence and a strong work ethic as well. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, hiking, and traveling - with my latest adventure being a solo trip to Antarctica!

...level college stem courses such as Calculus, Differential Equations, Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Architecture, Informatics, Statistics, Computer Science, Web development, Human Centered Design, etc. to humanities, such as history, art, several languages. I believe a person should be well versed in a wide variety of subjects as the world we live in is influenced by all fields, not merely a single field. I take inspiration from great polymaths of scholars of the past as an...

...University, Northridge I was engaged in tutoring one way or the other. In California, I was working with people with disabilities, and one of my responsibilities was to help them take the tests and to complete the homework. In addition, I spent 10 years working as an AVID tutor at the Puyallup School District, in Washington state. Also, I have 4 children of my own to whom I help academically throughout the school years and...

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...

...software engineer with over 6 years of experience, I am passionate about sharing knowledge and simplifying complex coding concepts. My expertise in languages like Python, JavaScript, and SQL, combined with my experience in mentoring and technical writing, positions me to effectively teach and inspire students. I am dedicated to helping learners not only understand the fundamentals but also apply them in real-world scenarios, ensuring they develop the skills needed for success in the tech industry.

I am a college student in my senior year at RPI. I am studying mechanical engineering and love math and science.

...range of subjects including math, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, and organic chemistry. However, my favorite subject to tutor is math. I believe that math is often unfairly stigmatized as being difficult or uninteresting, but I see it as a beautiful and logical language that underlies many aspects of our daily lives. I find great satisfaction in helping students overcome their math anxieties and develop a genuine appreciation for the subject. I prioritize building a strong rapport...

...solutions that conveys a picture of the scenario. An example of an approach is to ask you, the student, to walk me through how you did the problem up to the point where you become stuck. Even if you haven't started or made progress on an item, having you explain to me how to approach the problem allows me to see how I can start helping. If the problem is a bit too difficult for...

...Washington. I received my Bachelor of Sciences in Computer Science and ACMS (Applied and Computational Mathematical Sciences) with a focus on discrete math and algorithms. I am proficient in not only English, but also Mandarin. Apart from my job here, I am also volunteering as a Web Dev tutor with Codeucate. Among all subjects I tutored, I am most passionate and experienced about College level Math and Computer Programming. I love the feeling of leading...

...me up with a strong, academic foundation that is serving me well as a biology major. I currently work in a research lab on campus doing research on how to recover coral reefs, but my ultimate goal is to one day be a science teacher! My goal as a tutor is to encourage and boost student confidence in order to successfully learn subject material while also reinforcing good study and work habits.