Award-Winning PSAT Tutors serving Redmond, WA

...a way to become involved with my community. I recently took the GREs and was admitted to UW's Master's of Social Work program, so the stress and anxiety of standardized test taking is fresh in my memory. For students preparing to take the SATs, ACTs, or GREs - I feel your pain! Together we can work through the daunting process of analyzing your areas of strength and opportunities for growth and put you on the...

My name is Khaliq, and I am a teacher in the federal way school district. Currently, I teach high school Algebra, and geometry. I have previous experience teaching Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, and Pre-Calculus as well as middle school math and english, AP Literature, AP Language Arts and social studies.

...in academic enrichment and after-school support. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and English Teaching from Vietnam, I furthered my education by earning a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Houston-Clear Lake in 2010. Throughout my career, I have had the pleasure of working with students of diverse ages and backgrounds, providing personalized support in math, reading, and writing. My teaching philosophy is centered around the belief that every individual has the...

As an engineering student, I am very familiar with high level math, physics, chemistry, and other STEM courses, as well as English, writing, and public speaking. I can use teaching methods demonstrated by my professors to teach others. In high school, I tutored younger students in Latin, using techniques like flashcards and quizzes.

...of experiencing in assisting and explaining concepts to others. In terms of qualifications I am a 4th year Physics and Statistics major, and have completed many college classes in Physics, Mathematics, and Statistics. I have also taken many AP classes in high school including: AP Physics I and II, AP Calc AB and BC, and AP Chemistry. Also, I have experience in mastering standardized testing. For example in the span of a year I raised...

...for secondary Mathematics. In college I was a peer tutor for writing and math and I spent hundreds of hours in the school system both tutoring and classroom teaching. In addition to the time spent in public schools, I spent the last two summers as a teaching intern at a prestigious independent school in New Hampshire and this fall I taught at an experiential education school in CO, where I mentored students on multiple two-week...

...the areas of science and language arts. My Dad was an engineer, and my Mom was an English teacher. They made sure I understood the world as well as possible. Please let me do the same for you! When I'm not molding minds, I like to explore the world. Traveling has been a passion of mine since I was a child and I can't seem to get enough! I am an avid singer in the car...

...subjects, but I am most passionate about teaching all levels of math, physics, and chemistry. I am a very curious and passionate learner, and I am eager to foster that same drive in students. I approach teaching by answering questions and explaining concepts but encouraging the student to put those concepts into practice themselves. Instead of simply showing students how to do a problem, I always try to explain the why behind the concept as...

...right away. I believe with practice and skill one can be better able to understand it. I know this because I also grew up not liking Math but ironically ended up teaching it. I believe you need to be patient and understand the student's strengths and weakness in order to effectively teach Math to students. Relating Math to real life examples can make it more interesting and fun for students. I believe my tutoring/teaching experience...

...experiences of my life. Students often gave me positive feedback on my tutoring techniques, and I've seen many of them succeed in their classes after using the tutoring center and getting my help. I think the best qualities in a tutor are patience and empathy. As a tutor, I've always tried to put myself in the student's shoes and try to find different methods of explaining the same material until I am certain that my...

...and analyze complex literary and nonfiction texts. Connecting students' interests to their work is my priority, and I like to use media, nature, sports, games, and online resources to give them as many tools as possible to be great writers and readers. I work with students to empower them to be their own editors, and I give actionable feedback at each stage of the writing process. I hope to get to work with you on...

...part of your learning journey. That's where I come in: my goal is to help get you to that "Aha!" moment, when a previously confusing topic clicks with you. I also believe that it is important to cater to different learning styles, and this is what I will do! Whether you are an auditory, visual or kinesthetic learner, I will ensure you have an enjoyable and productive learning experience with me. Whether you are looking...

...I am a full time Software Engineer. I have been coding for almost 10 years now and I have helped countless students with their programming assignment. My aim is to help people better understand Computer Science concepts and implementation at a fundamental level. I understand that this subject is not easy to learn which is why I have patience and empathy for those new to the skill. Let's work towards making you a better programmer...

...as my Master of Business Administration. Throughout college, I tutored elementary and middle school students during the school day and at an after school community literacy program. After finishing school, I completed a year of service with City Year Seattle (an AmeriCorps program). During this year, I worked as a tutor, mentor, and classroom assistant at Concord International Elementary. I enjoy tutoring in all subjects, but my favorites are elementary math and reading. I love...

...the United States, her lessons are at an exceptional internationally competitive standard and will prepare all students for an education in any international school or for a career path. Samantha has students from across the globe. She has taught English as a second language, creative writing, English, inorganic chemistry, and math internationally, and has taught individuals and groups for many years. Samantha has obtained a Bachelor of Science and an internationally respected tutoring certificate. Samantha's...

...I know what it is like to sometimes not fully understand a concept or subject. As a student who 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...

...and most recently a Master's in Teaching, in which I was named the Outstanding Graduate from my cohort. I have experience instructing both in person and via online platforms, such as Zoom. Last year I taught 6th grade honors English and 8th grade English for a school in my local district. During my student teaching (which occurred during the height of the pandemic) I taught entirely virtually and learned how to form meaningful relationships with...

...to the real world, in particular through the study of physics. One of my greatest strengths in this regard is my ability to approach a problem from multiple angles. If the first approach I suggest for a problem isn't clear to a student, I can usually come up with an alternate, sometimes more intuitive way of addressing the same problem. Recreationally, I spend a significant fraction of my time developing my problem-solving skills with the...

...as a comprehensive knowledge of AP and IB curriculum, I love helping students master STEM subjects. My own academic journey has taught me how to break down complex concepts into clear, manageable steps. I focus on patience, adaptability, and real-world applications to make learning engaging and effective. Whether explaining calculus problems, physics principles, or even English assignments, I aim to build both understanding and confidence. I'm excited to share my knowledge and help students succeed.

...the Bill Nye show. I majored in Neuroscience and Behavior in college, so I learned a lot about Biology and Psychology, and I plan on getting a Master's in Bioengineering. I spent two years serving with the Peace Corps in Peru, where I learned to speak Spanish, build stoves out of adobe, and a lot about life in rural communities. In my spare time I enjoy playing harp and guitar, learning new languages, and being...