Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Redmond, WA

...grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana and have had the chance to explore a lot of different cities around the country. I have recently planted some roots in Seattle, WA and am really enjoying it here. I have taught mostly middle school Social Studies and English for the past eight years and am very excited to move in to high school this year teaching 9th grade World History. Besides my career, I am a big fan...

...over thirty students trying to complete their freshman and sophomore years of high school at the same time. I was also a general tutor for the whole school after hours. I learned a great deal about the nuances of working with the students, their families, and the resources that were available to them. I also understand the different types of student learning. There is so much to keep track of and take care of when...

...children and young adults with special needs. I created unique and fun lessons for each child to learn and excel in a way that each child understood given the child's individual circumstance. Additionally, I worked as a counselor for The Staff Assistant Experience Program, a program that helps young men and women with special needs transition to independent living. In this role, I taught the participants life skills such as how to clean and how...

...I can. I always aim for long retention of information--yes, I am against cramming! Of course, there are numerous occasions where memorization is unavoidable. In those cases, we will work together as a team to find a way that suits YOU best to make it as easy (and fun) as possible. I always try to gain a deep understanding of the concepts that I learn. It may seem like a lot of work--which sometimes it...

...and welcome to my tutor profile. I first started tutoring in high school, helping classmates and younger students work through comprehension skills and vocabulary acquisition. Since then, I've tutored all throughout my time at UNC-Chapel Hill, abroad in China, and am continuing the tradition today as a teacher of record in Baltimore City. It is my goal to personalize and engage through my tutoring practice, making each lesson based on the needs and personal interests...

I embrace a student centered approach to student learning. This means that I let the student lead the discussion of a particular problem. I have been teaching for 6 years at the high school level, having come off a BS in Math with a minor in Physics from UC Merced(go bobcats).

...have a BA in Spanish and Portuguese studies and an MA in Hispanic Studies, both from the University of Washington. In addition to speaking fluent Spanish I speak conversational French. I also have extensive writing and English experience. I'm a staff writer for Fear the Wall (soccer website) and have had several articles published on websites like Roads andKingdoms and The Matador Network. My specialities are homework, proofreading, essay writing, and test prep in English,...

I am a professional scientist with multiple years of experience in the biopharmaceutical field. I have spent time in the classroom with elementary aged students and am comfortable with this age group. I am also familiar with AP classes and ACT/SAT preparation. I look forward to sharing my love of learning with students and helping them achieve academic goals!

...am a recent graduate from the University of Washington's interdisciplinary Bioengineering program. This is a highly competitive program that requires proficiency in nearly all areas of high school and college level science and mathematics subjects, which is why I chose to teach these subjects on the Varsity Tutors platform in 2018 (my freshman year of college). When I'm not tutoring, I like to spend my time running, hiking, reading, coding, and doing research. If there's...

...groups in physics, math, and astronomy. My favorite subject to tutor in is math. While math is often seen as intimidating, I like making it fun and engaging. I think it's important to see math as a skill that can be learned, like reading, rather than a talent you are born with or without. My tutoring style is hands-on. I believe that working through examples is the best way to solidify the concepts one is...

...I love sharing my interest in science and culture with students of all ages. I enjoy creating STEM demonstration sessions for local middle schools and mentoring for the Girls are the 5th FUNdamental Force Program as the executive chair and founder. In my free time I enjoy baking cupcakes, iceskating, and taking walks while listening to my Spotify Daily Mix. I hope to support all levels of learning inside and outside the classroom!

...am a senior in math and philosophy at UW, with substantial experience in essay writing, mathematics, history and SAT, PSAT and AP tests (10 AP tests taken, including 5's in Calculus AB, Spanish, Biology, Statistics, US History, Comparative Government and English Language). As a tutor in the humanities I bring a strong command of writing mechanics and research and argumentative strategies, as well as background in history (a subject in which I've completed a minor)...

...yourself. As a teacher for over 15 years, I see my role, first and foremost, as supporting students see that they can do anything they set their minds to. With a positive mindset, we can tackle whatever content we need to. I have worked with students from kindergarten through 12th grade in schools across the country. I look forward to working with you, to help you reach the goals you have for yourself.

...phonics challenges, and I will do my very best to explain and practice in clear, creative ways. Nada me d mas alegra que al ver la luz de comprensin, orgullo, y confianza que venga cuando se alcance, por fin, una habilidad acadmica. Por eso soy tutora. Tengo un doble-BA en la literatura y los estudios latinos, as que yo me especializo en los asuntos literarios -- del nivel basico en la primaria hasta los ensayos...

...Japanese public elementary schools. I have been teaching English for Speakers of Other Languages for 11 years and Japanese for 5 years. I feel very strongly about modernizing JP language education. During my tenure at a private school in Seattle I completely rewrote the Japanese curriculum to align with new textbooks (Tobira series) utilizing modern language learning techniques. I never expected to teach Japanese after returning to the US, but have discovered not only do...

...one likes to work on subjects that are boring, so I do everything I can to make the material interesting and fun! I believe that every student can learn and that there are many ways that learning can occur. I have a Ph.D. in Psychology and am a mother of four grown children. I have taught college and high school level students with success. I make it my mission to discover the best way to...

...Northcentral University with a MEd in Curriculum Development and Teaching for grades K-12. I am currently gaining a Master's in Teaching, primarily in secondary education at Northwest University (NU) in Kirkland, WA. I currently am endorsed in English Language Arts for high school students. I will be seeking a PhD in Education at the University of Washington soon after I attain my MIT at NU. My teaching background brings tons of experience and creativity most...

...pursue a doctoral degree in English literature. I began my doctoral studies in 2012 and received my master's degree in 2014. I focus on poetry but study many forms of Anglophone literature, from drama to novels to contemporary experimental literature. My courses are interdisciplinary by design and emphasize the skills of careful reading, precise analysis, and logical inference through grammar instruction, vocabulary development, research skills, and composition. This year I received the Joan Webber Prize...

I graduated from the University of Iowa with a degree in Marketing and Big Data, as well as a minor in Dance. I currently work as software developer. I believe that every person has their own way of learning and processing information. It is my goal to help students by learning their best way of absorbing information so that we can understand the best plan to learn material in a constructive manner.

...am here to help students with their English skills - reading, writing and speaking. In 2017, I decided to go back to school for a degree in International Studies with a minor in Japanese, so I know what it's like to learn a new language. I will share the study tips that helped me get an A in each of my 3 quarters learning Japanese, in hopes that they will also help you with English.