Award-Winning Pre-Calculus Tutors serving Kirkland, WA

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).

...devoted to effective scientific communication. Throughout my education and career, I have dedicated myself to inspiring people of all ages to learn more about our captivating universe. Similarly, it is critical to me to share the story of my career path to inspire students to consider a career in scientific research. I understand that many students may struggle with their science classes, and certainly not because they are incapable or lack talent. From my own...

Over the last 20 years, I have seen all types of classes, teachers, exams, and homework. I've been the student, the tutor, the teacher, and the professor. Whatever it is that you need to get ready for, I will take the time to make sure you can get to where you want to be!

I have tutored in both individualized and group settings for various purposes, including SAT test prep, supplemental learning, and as a primary teaching resource. To that end, I have endeavored to truly understand my students on a personal level to make sure that the way I am tutoring them is the best way for them to learn. I have constructed lesson plans for both a single person and an entire 30 student classroom.

...teacher (Geometry, Algebra 2, Chemistry) and scientist, I have ample experience to bring to the table to help students succeed. My favorite part of teaching is making direct connections with students, understanding their strengths and struggles, and helping them move through difficulty to experience success. I make sure to focus on the emotional development of a student, not just the intellectual, because I firmly believe self-confidence is an essential ingredient for growth that can serve...

Hello! I'm Chris, a fun-loving math tutor who enjoys helping students of all ages see math in a light that helps them expand their horizon. I've worked one-on-one with students for about 7 years now. I enjoy understanding and learning from my students on top of showing them mathematics in a way tailored to them.

...the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign with a B.S. in Computer Science. Following graduation, I have begun working top tech companies in the world. While I specialize in teaching Math and Computer Science, I try to help students master additional skills that can help them in all aspects of life. Being able to break down problems into smaller parts and understand how each part contributes to the larger picture can be invaluable. In my spare...

Hello! I am an engineer by training, who is looking to help young people cultivate love and interest for math and science!

...engineering math) team at my workplace as I am very passionate about STEM. I enjoy competing in triathlons, reading, hiking, and traveling to difference countries. I love tutoring math, science, and physics. I enjoy getting to know students and their strengths and areas of opportunities regarding learning. I believe that all students should have the confidence in their ability to succeed in the classroom. I am a tutor because I am passionate about providing support...

...math teacher in high school and gained a great amount of exposure to seeing school and academics in the eyes of a teacher. Through this experience, I gained a much better understanding of how students can improve their grades through utilizing their school's resources, communicating with their teacher, and better understanding the goals set out for a given class. Next year at Cornell, I will be serving as a TA for a computer science class...

...of Catania, PhD candidate in biophysics at the University of Dundee, and space pirate currently based on planet earth. I was part of the PHOQUS project, working with optical tweezers for biological applications. After having failed to evolve my optical tweezers into light-sabres, I devolved my spare time to science communication. Sometime along the way, I have lived in Belgium, studying photovoltaics, and in Germany, doing a bit of chemistry. I sporadically write on my...

...learning and understanding the material and was hooked. Everyone has a unique learning style and I do believe that anyone can be good at and like math. I take the same approach to helping students with math as Mrs. Hall took in her classroom - I explain the material using different approaches, tailored for each student, until the student is confident with the concept. I have a bachelors degree in Math and an MS in...

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!

...major, I know exactly how valuable a good tutor can be and have been exposed to many tutoring styles. When it comes to tutoring, my personal philosophy is learning is meant to be engaging. If a student is having fun or has cultivated an interest in the subject matter, then they are far more willing to put in the time and effort necessary to understand the subject. In my spare time, I like to read,...

Hi, My name is Jinchi Zhang. I graduated from UC San Diego with a degree of Applied Mathematics. I have also been working as a software engineer in Seattle for a year. Nice to meet you!

I am a potential friendly mathematician who is also interested in computer programming.

...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 anything else you'd like...

...examples is the best way to solidify the concepts one is learning, especially when it comes to physics and math. I like working through an example with a tutee, and then having them solve some problems on their own. Outside of tutoring, I love playing piano, working on my photography skills, and playing rugby. I am independently studying architecture and hoping to get a master's in the field in the next few years.

...has always interested me, although I have a lot of experience from high school helping kids to write fluent essays. When I'm not studying or in class I am a part of the Financial Engineering Club of UW where I help engineer software that predicts the movement of stocks and portfolios via various financial indicators. When I'm not doing math I'm usually playing Dungeons and Dragons, messing around with computer, or hiking.

...able to ace exams, but will in fact be able to teach material back to me, since that is the sign of true understanding. When I see someone's face light up when a complicated set of ideas is distilled into a viscerally understandable (and exciting!) bite-sized concept, I get a sense of fulfillment like nothing else. Learning math or science is all about that one moment where everything "clicks" into place, and when it happens,...