Award-Winning Phonics Tutors serving Tracyton, WA

Hello! My Name is Gwyn and I'm a senior at the University of Washington studying philosophy: ethics and ASL. I am twenty-one and have lived in Washington my entire life.

...rather than let 'em get us down. We don't have to excel at everything to succeed in life, and the same goes for school. In fact, mistakes are evidence of trying, and trying helps us discover those unique strengths that give us an edge. Writing is my all-time favorite subject and I love to help...

...a clinical psychology doctoral student at Xavier University with an interest in working with children and adolescents. I have worked with children, adolescents, and college students in educational and therapeutic capacities. I enjoy sharing knowledge and supporting students in their learning journey. I hope to work with you and your child on ways to make...

...more years. As that school grew, I joined as a teacher and director of the school. I have been teaching students for 30 years, in subjects ranging from phonics to history, from prose to music, from business to computers. My style is all about communication. No subject is "too hard" and no idea cannot be...

...obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Neuroscience and Psychology with a minor in Philosophy, (I love philosophy) from Western Washington University. I currently live in Bogota, Colombia, and teach English to individuals. My strongest academic passions are Science and English. My other passions include traveling and learning about different cultures, hiking and camping, and...

...and utilize those strengths and student interests to plan effective and meaningful instructional activities. I have taught as a classroom teacher for over 14 years in grades 1, 2, and 5. I have also tutored students in the elementary and middle school grades. The nature of my teaching experience is centered around designing instructional activities...

...art and philosophy has led me to consider branching out to tutor those subjects as well. I most enjoy tutoring for SAT Verbal, because of the combination of test-taking strategies, practice with challenging vocabulary and grammatical rules, and textual analysis that the subject demands. My tutoring style is rigorous and focused, but I often make...

...at first struggled to learn some of the toughest material, I learned from mistakes and shortcomings how to effectively learn and understand any concept. I love to teach people how to tackle a problem, how to truly grasp an idea for a strong foundation, and how to apply these nuanced methods for success.... My philosophy in teaching students is to let them try and solve a problem first, giving them what they need to know. Based...

...embrace both sides of that coin. As a former homeschool teacher to my son who has autism, I was excited to explore learning in a way that was meaningful to him. From reading lists that included all 8 Books from Harry Potter to graphic novels, I insured that forest he wanted to read it, which...

...I found ways to utilize technology effectively in order to keep engagement levels high. I have also worked with adult learners through my volunteer work, in which I helped prepare individuals to pass the essay portion of the GED. I am passionate about helping students grow their academic skillset and take pride in their creative...

...cultural agility is the result of interactions with students of various nationalities and socioeconomic backgrounds. Although I would be delighted to tutor many subjects, my passion is English. From an early age, I have been fascinated with words and the way we use them. I would love to help a pupil become attuned to the...

...ESL. I have been working with children now for over 17 years preschool through 12th grade as well as teaching English as a language to children and adults. I love children for their joy in and enthusiasm for life and learning. I have two high-school age children myself, and I love spending time with them....

...the individual tutoring space and a proven track record of success with students from widely varied backgrounds and academic levels. My relevant work history includes time a literary/technical editor at two Canadian publishing houses, freelance writing coaching for both secondary and post-secondary school clients, providing exam preparation for International Baccalaureate candidates, and tutoring at-risk youth...

...full time for going on 5 years, I can efficiently assess a student's strengths and weaknesses, develop a personalized tutoring plan, communicate strategies to better approach the test, teach concepts, and guide students to success. Adaptation to a student's needs is the key to success for both student and tutor. I have ample experience working...

...in their creative interests, especially in visual art, design, performance art, creative writing, music, art history and ecological design/planning. These tutoring areas are also where I work as a freelance artist, so I can offer mentorship for young artists to understand and pursue these interests in a professional context. I can especially offer support to...

...grade, with a focus on reading, writing, and phonics. My experience includes over 20 years of tutoring, where I have witnessed firsthand the transformative power of literacy. I employ a student-centered approach that fosters a supportive learning environment, helping students build confidence and achieve their academic goals. I find immense joy in seeing my students...

...psychology. When I work with new students, I believe in creating rapport with them. This is important for me as it facilitates learning and also makes it easier for the student to honestly communicate their needs without the fear of being judged. I mostly work from the perspective of student-focused teaching and instructor-focused teaching depending...

...parts. I believe that every student has the potential to succeed, and it's my job to help unlock that potential through clear explanations, practice, and consistent encouragement. In my tutoring sessions, I emphasize the importance of not just memorizing facts, but truly understanding the "why" behind the concepts. I encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and application of...

...and family. My specialty is elementary tutoring and any math below trigonometry (algebra especially!). I am a dedicated tutor, purchasing games and supplies out of pocket, setting up an office in my home for tutoring, and constantly reading up on new practices and teaching approaches. I hope to meet you soon to discuss your tutoring...

...passion is using Minecraft Education Edition to teach cross curricula skills. I am excited to help you learn how to interact with the game in a way that is meaningful to you! My first five years in education was working 1:1 in-home with children with Autism, and that credential is kept up :) Talk to...