Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Tacoma, WA

...students develop and refine academic papers, admissions essays, lab reports, dissertations, and personal creative projects. I worked with students at all stages of the writing process, from prewriting to final editing and refinement. In addition to working with students on individual projects, I also help students develop tools and strategies that they can apply to future assignments. I visualize writing skills as tools in a toolbox, and I believe that the best way to succeed...

...am an avid fan of innovation in the field of education. I want to teach others how to approach their study sessions with an understanding of how their brain works. This can equip students with routines that are customized for their current course load and academic goals. Making students' academic pursuits a sustainable lifestyle is my primary goal but I enjoy enriching their understanding of the universe and enabling their critical thinking. My students learn...

I enjoy meeting new people and to engage in learning with them!

An English: Creative Writing graduate from Western Washington University, I am an adaptive learner and am experienced working in diverse contexts. My training in pursuit of my English degree has developed skills in communication and interpersonal interaction, and my leadership and teaching experience have refined my public speaking and instructional abilities. I am enthusiastic about and confident in my ability to work with students.

...have received my first bachelors in Psychology and during that time I was a mentor/tutor for students in various science courses. Through that experience, I found a passion for helping others learn. Upon graduation I was a volunteer for the King County Library System where I worked with children in low income areas. Afterwards, I went back to school a received a Bachelors of Science in Nursing. When I am not tutoring, I work as...

...guidance about what a student should be able to accomplish in a specific subject at a certain age or educational level. Moreover, whenever and wherever I tutor, I'm passionate about adjusting the curricula I use in ways that are relevant to my students' culturally and socially-influenced learning styles. I'm always primarily concerned with helping my students attain the goals that they see as right for themselves. I think it's important to let each student be...

...graduated from New Mexico Highlands University in May and recently moved to Washington state. I have several years of STEM tutoring experience through my college. I was a math tutor for college and high school students. I later became a Supplemental Instruction Leader (SIL) for Calculus and Organic Chemistry with the STEM student support center. In this position, I designed my own sessions that focused on student-led, interactive, group study sessions to improve comprehension of...

I am an engineer who loves teaching and tutoring. I tutored math as an undergraduate student and taught labs as a grad student. After working years as an engineer, I went to Southeast Asia to teach because it is the job that I love the most. I look forward to working with students and enriching their minds.

...administrator) in international education for 20+ years. I have a Masters of Arts in Teaching - TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). I have a B.A. in Spanish and a minor in French. My student focus is: elementary through adult - both public and private education. I have taught students literally from all around the world. Personally, I have studied aboard, lived and worked both in the U.S. and overseas in various countries....

...to help youth learn to work with adversity in the challenges they will face growing up. As for my teaching philosophy and tutoring style, I believe in using positive reinforcement to encourage students in their studies. The creative use of visuals, films, books, and utilizing practice scenarios as resources are what I believe are key components of effective tutoring. When on my free time, I enjoy reading nonfiction, working on my writing, listening to podcasts,...

I am retired from the Issaquah School Distict, and my degree is in Early Childhood Ed. I have been tutoring for 8 yrs.I treat each child as an individual, and adjust my teaching to their learning needs. I have worked with many Special Ed children also.

...teach back the material is an invaluable technique when learning to solidify understanding and find ones weaknesses. I also believe that a solid grasp of the fundamental ideas in a subject are essential in learning, as I see learning as a continuous process where knowledge builds upon itself. In my spare time, I like to stay active through lifting weights. I also am an avid gamer enjoying competitive games like League of Legends.

...I'm a full-time student at Cornell University majoring in Industrial and Labor Relations, with a double minor in Finance and Computer Science. I graduated with the IB Diploma and wrote my EE on World Studies: Psychology and World History! In high school, I was heavily involved in DECA ( as a national titleholder), FCCLA (regional board), and now serve as secondary chair of Delta Sigma Pi (professional business fraternity) and Kappa Kappa Gamma. I'm excited...

I have been a teacher in Connecticut for about 7+ years. I taught first grade, second grade, and was a reading interventionist. I have a masters degree in elementary education from the University of New Haven and an undergraduate degree in Political Science from the University of Connecticut.

Hello there! I offer a no-stress, judgment-free environment, and I want to work with you in the ways that fit you best. When it comes to explaining the fundamentals, I'll support you in math and psychology; when it comes to biology, I'll help you conquer the nitty-gritty; and when it comes to reading analysis and writing skills, I'll help you shine. I'd...

My name is Nita, I am invested in helping those with high and low incidence disabilities obtain a valuable education that will aid in their long term success! When I'm not working you can find me in the gym or sipping some bobba. I look forward to working with you!

...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...

...has always been one of the most important parts of my life. I believe that one of the largest parts of tutoring is creating that feeling of joy that comes with learning. When the subjects are interesting and fun, the effort fades away. I have worked with AmeriCorps' City Year program and spent a year watching over thirty students trying to complete their freshman and sophomore years of high school at the same time. I...

...and how to process strong emotions in a healthy way. In college, I was president of Classical Studies Club, facilitating many events where my peers were involved in classical history. These events included writing and reading Latin, reading Greek and Roman myths, and talking about famous Greek poets and Roman warriors. In law school, I focused on immigration law and criminal defense. I was the treasurer of the International Refugee Assistance Program("IRAP.") During this time,...

...BS in Cell and Molecular Biology, Magna Cum Laude. I am currently taking a break from school in order to prep for med school applications--hopefully within in the next couple years!:) In contrary to popular beliefs about bio majors, my most effective study technique is to avoid memorization whenever 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...