Award-Winning MCAT Tutors in Tacoma, WA

...in academic writing, programming, and GIS software, I offer a well-rounded, personalized approach to learning. I believe that every student can excel with the right support, so I tailor each session to fit individual learning styles and needs. My goal is to break down complex concepts, transforming challenging subjects into manageableand even enjoyablelearning experiences. Seeing my students grow in confidence and mastery is the most rewarding part of my work. If you're looking for a...

I'm a PhD student in Bioengineering at the University of Washington, I recently graduated from Johns Hopkins University studying Biology with a minor in Spanish. I'm very interested in all things math and science and also tutor in Spanish and with the ACT. I live in San Francisco and would love to help out with anything of that sort. In my free time, I enjoy spending time outside, fishing, kayaking, and playing many different sports.

...is what I like to share with students. Standardized tests present clear goals for students to achieve, and I am encouraged with the amount of progress that can be made by preparing for the tests and having a strategy for tackling each section. In addition to tutoring for standardized tests, I really enjoy Spanish language tutoring. Language learning has always been my fun class, and since studying Spanish I have gone on to study French,...

...do whatever it is I can to help you succeed. I know what it is like to struggle with difficult concepts when you feel that teachers do not explain well enough. Through these struggles I learned how to study efficiently with more depth than just pure memorizing. I will teach you how to look at these different subjects from your own perspective that eventually will just be common sense. If you are taking Biochemistry by...

...subject to a classroom of people. I also fond of simple "tricks" to attacking difficult problems. As a frequent timed test-taker, I am adamant good time-management and that is reflected in my teaching style. As for my non-academic interests, they run the gamut from hiking to watching British comedies to excess. I love traveling and have set foot in over ten countries. I also love cooking and eating. Nothing brings joy into my life like...

...During my time there I worked in the writing center, where I helped students with assignments ranging from freshman papers to senior theses. I have a passion for writing—I wrote a column for the school newspaper and won an award for my senior thesis—and enjoy helping students shepherd ideas from brainstorming to finished paper. The best writing involves a strong injection of personality, and getting to know students through the creative process is a privilege....

...computer science from UPenn, and currently working on a mba. I have been a private tutor and also a Teaching Assistant for the past four years at the University of Florida. I teach various subjects ranging from math and the sciences to test prep such as the ACT and the SAT. My favorite subject to teach is Chemistry because of my overall background in the field. I enjoy working with students of all ages from...

...matter your academic history, communication style, learning style, or test-taking ability, I feel confident that I can use my skills to help you reach your potential on the MCAT. I use my observational skills, perspective taking skills, and communication skills to optimize my tutoring sessions for each unique student. I'm familiar with a variety of effective learning methods and test-taking strategies. I'm highly knowledgeable about the content and format of all MCAT subjects. I scored...

...students learn how to harness a difficult concept, questions are answered and new ones are discovered. I have studied motivation in educational contexts and have held various teaching/mentoring roles. Having graduated 1st in my class with a Masters degree, I know what it takes to succeed in academic settings. It is effort, not innate ability, that makes people excel. I try to put forth this effort and learn in all areas of my life, including...

...I have experience working with students as young as kindergarten to as experienced as undergraduates in college. I tutor reading, writing, science (physics, chemistry, biology), mathematics (all levels up to calculus), and MCAT preparation. My teaching style revolves around discussion of the material and doing practice problems to test understanding. I am very patient and don't get frustrated easily. Outside of academia, my favorite hobbies are swimming, playing badminton, cooking, and picking up new songs...

...nursing i thought, "why not?!". I've loved it and taught year round for over 10 years now. I love to learn as much as i love to teach, and they feed off one another. I have to stay on my toes to teach and so I'm constantly learning new things. When asked what my favorite thing to teach is...that's a hard question! I'd have to say I'm most passionate about kids and teens. I'm also...

...you that you weren't necessarily the problem? What if there were a better way to learn? A method that goes beyond memorizing facts and figures, helping you understand why what you are learning is essential and how you can apply that knowledge to real-world situations? I will help you develop the critical thinking skills you need to succeed in any field. With a Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of California, I have more than...

...Seattle in partnership with IslandWood. I have a MFA in Creative Writing degree from the University of Washington Seattle, where I am currently a fifth-year Ph.D. Candidate in English literature and culture. As an educator, my driving question is "How can I more effectively teach across diverse learning styles?" I use multiple tactics to accomplish a responsive approach in the classroom. I use a mix of visuals, questions, and educational tools when deliver teaching lessons....

...major in philosophy and a minor in mathematics at the University of Washington, I was fortunate to be exposed to very different learning and teaching styles. I also learned to appreciate that very smart people can think in very different ways from each other and that people who are outstanding at some subjects inevitably need help with others. I always bring this insight to bear on tutoring, where I work together with the student to...

I recently graduated from Columbia University where I majored in English Literature. I'm also a pre-medical student, and I am currently taking a gap year teaching at an elementary school in Seattle before I apply to medical school next year. I have the most experience tutoring elementary and middle school students, but I am also comfortable with teaching english, math, and science K-12, and also the MCAT. Please get in touch if you are interested!

...school diploma while studying to become an LPN/LVN. After obtaining her LPN, she worked in long-term care while pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and certificate in Public Health. As an RN, Leigh has worked in a variety of settings, including being an elementary school nurse, acute-rehabs, and step-down units. Much of her RN career has been focused on caring for adult and pediatric trauma patients in Level 1 Trauma Centers across the country....

...an open mind are the keys to lifelong learning. Often the journey to academic success is not a solo one, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share what I know in a way that inspires and educates students. My passion for education stems from a desire to become more aware of the world around me and to help others do the same, whether in the form of writing a paper, passing a test...

...on building understanding, confidence, and curiosity. I believe that every challenge is an opportunity to grow, and I strive to create an environment where questions are encouraged, mistakes are embraced as part of the process, and progress feels exciting. Whether it's mastering new concepts, preparing for exams, or simply developing better study habits, I am committed to making learning engaging, empowering, and meaningful. Together, we'll achieve your goals and go beyond them!

Hello! My name is Kate, and I have 10 years of experience as a tutor and as an informal educator. I love connecting with students and helping them grow.

...wave of students, crashing and breaking against the ivory tower of academia. Tests are often anticipated with dread, but a positive attitude, confidence, and the idea that examinations are an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and abilities will change the way that you approach your next big assessment. Together, we can prepare you for any test or academic challenge while exploring a studying style that you can use on your own in the future.... My teaching...