Award-Winning Reading Tutors in Kirkland, WA

...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 my SAT score from 1300 to 1540. I have...

Hi! My name is Orion and I just graduated from the University of Washington! I earned a BS in General Biology and am planning to attend a masters program in Physician Assistant Studies. I took many AP classes in high school and took junior and senior level classes as a freshman at UW so I could graduate a year early. Hopefully I get the chance to help you conquer some challenging classes :)

...their challenges, and meet their academic goals. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Writing, Economics, and Mathematics. I am a firm proponent of a growth mindset in education, believing it to be absolutely necessary for developing a sustained desire for knowledge and mastery. In my spare time, I enjoy reading (especially Jane Austen, Oscar Wilde, and Isaac Asimov), spending time with my cats, and learning to code.

...and I also have my degree in Early Childhood Education with an endorsement in Child Development. For the past several years I have been a freelance writer, having my work published in magazines and literary anthologies. Besides being passionate about writing, I also believe that each one of us has a unique set of gifts and talents that can be fully developed with just a bit of guidance. I know that we all learn differently...

...Speaking, and College Essay writing. I have enjoyed working with elementary students (K-12) over the last four years teaching math, reading comprehension, and language arts. I am passionate about education and believe that with my dedication, and ability to present subjects in a manner that is easy to understand and meaningful to my students, I can help them to reach their goals! In my spare time I enjoy hiking mountain trails, walking my two dogs,...

I am passionate about helping students realize and understand their personal learning potential. Currently I am studying to get my masters degree in Seattle and plan to begin my career as a school counselor in 2018. I enjoy meeting new people and feel very comfortable relating to students. I am excited about getting to know new students through Varsity Tutors and customizing tutoring sessions to fit unique needs. ... In a typical first tutoring session, I...

...through numerous methods, depending on an individual's preferred learning patterns. Outside of tutoring and teaching, I play the violin and guitar, and also sing. I am a doula, planning to study midwifery in the future. In addition to working in education-related fields, I have also worked closely with events spaces and bookstores in DC, Seattle, and Oberlin, OH. I am very passionate about literature and working closely with small businesses to promote local events. I...

I'm a recent graduate of the University of Washington where I majored in Creative Writing. Passionate about the written word, I aspire toward a career in education, particularly English and Literature. I'm an enthusiastic and patient coach sincerely invested in your scholastic success. I also believe in the power of failure--so take big chances! In my spare time, I ride my bike through Seattle, bake bread, and dance.

...thoughts and ideas, it is the organization and structure of those ideas, and it is the act of sharing those ideas with other people. I believe, therefore, that the ability to write coherently and cohesively is, most of all, empowering. My goal as a teacher is not only to provide knowledge and instruction, but to give students the ability to edit their own work, to organize their own ideas, and to understand their own weaknesses...

I am currently a 6th-grade social studies teacher who is passionate about connecting with students and meeting them where they are. I take pride in my ability to support my students based on their needs.

...I believe I'm a friendly, empathetic, and encouraging tutor. My favorite subjects are mathematics and computer science, but I'm not into those lame equations you have to memorize. I love the applied stuff, where you get to use the equations you learn in projects you enjoy (the memorization comes naturally that way). That's why I believe programming and mathematics go hand in hand. You learn some math, and then make a program applying the principles,...

...history, philosophy, and writing. I have a master's degree in history and a master's degree in psychology. As a tutor, I do my best to be: patient, understanding, creative, and hardworking. Each student is unique and thus arrives with his or her own set of challenges and strengths; I strive to encounter the student where they are at. I hope to set realistic goals with students and build a strong working relationship that fosters confidence...

...school in New York, I taught two sections of English 109: Introduction to Creative Writing. I have held and participated in many writing workshops, offering critiques while also embracing criticism from my colleagues and students. My love for English started at a young age, and during college, I set the goal for myself to become a teacher. Every day is a learning experience and I believe that both student and tutor have a partnership in...

I am a firm believer that students can become proficient in any subject, as long as they have the right support. I'm here to open up language and literature to my tutees and show them how to engage with the cultures and materials that I am so passionate about.

...broad base of knowledge in American Literature and the Arts, I am a published writer and watercolor artist, and I have travelled extensively at home and abroad. My students have said of me, " She's tough, but in a good way" "She's the best instructor I've ever had" "She has a great sense of humor" "Thank you for getting me into the University of Washington." I have an abiding love of life, I am endlessly...

...to become their best selves. By taking the time to understand each student as a unique individual, I have helped them capitalize on their strengths in order to overcome their challenges. I bring this student-centered approach to my tutoring, taking the time to know the student so that I can make rigorous academic content accessible to them. This allows them to approach the material with the confidence needed to achieve success, and the drive to...

...in the classroom while working on my degree. I have spent four years in a special education classroom, teaching reading, writing, math, and social skills. I also got to enjoy teaching ELL classes in the morning and highly capable test prep after school. I am currently pursuing a masters degree in occupational therapy at the University of Washington's school of medicine. It was not too long ago that I was studying for my GRE and...

I believe that each student brings their own background, strengths, and interests. My goal is for each of my students to feel comfortable learning with me. We will take what you know and build from there through practice, application, and discourse. I love teaching math, reading, writing, and ESL to students of all ages. Come visit my online classroom to start working toward your academic goals.

...Language (TEFL) certification and preparing to apply to graduate programs for Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have extensive experience leading study groups and helping classmates and peers learn difficult concepts. My past two jobs have also involved mentoring students, providing support and resources for the people in my program. For two years, I served on a committee that assessed student application essays, offering feedback and edits prospective students. I have a great passion for a...

...and less intimidating. I have years of experience with reading comprehension, essay writing, critical analysis (including the identification of tone, argument, style, etc), argumentation, and editing, and a strong record of working well with my students. My style of teaching is pretty low-key, and I strongly believe in the power of communication and open discussion to make sure that my students and I are able to find the best ways to achieve their academic goals....