Top Reading Tutors serving Tacoma

Patrick: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...SAT you might have. Since graduating from Vanderbilt University in 2015, I have lived on three continents and in eight cities. I taught English as a Foreign Language in Seoul, South Korea, and have tutored SAT, TOEFL, and writing stateside. While earning my Master's degree in Creative Writing from the University of Washington in Seattle, I taught undergraduate writing. I demand dedication from my students through patience, kindness, and dedication on my own part. I'm...
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Katie: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
Duke University, B.A., cum laude ~ Fulbright Scholar ~ Undergraduate Teaching Fellow I just graduated cum laude from Duke University with a B.A. in Psychology. I have extensive experience tutoring Psychology, English, ESL, Spanish, and SAT prep. I look forward to working with you to achieve your academic goals!
Education & Certification
Duke University - Current Undergrad, Psychology
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1600
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 800

Kellyn: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...Drama: Performance and Education. After college, I became certified to teach English as a Second Language. This last year I lived in Costa Rica and taught English to students of varying ages and levels. My classes are always fun, dynamic and personalized. Never a boring lecture! Whether you need help studying for the SAT, or tackling difficult English grammar, our lessons would be fun and interesting! Thank you for reading and I hope to hear...
Education & Certification
University of Washington - Bachelors, Drama Performance
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Verbal: 770
SAT Writing: 760

Kurry: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...for dealing with students, for getting in their minds and putting things in a way that they can comprehend. And second, of a deep belief in the interest and importance of the thing taught, a concern about it amounting to a kind of passion. I believe a teacher ought also urge his students to think critically. It's almost always the case that rote memorization of facts or data cannot impart the same deep understanding of...
Education & Certification
University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
Chapman University School of Law - Juris Doctor, Law

Perpugilliam: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...teachers can make content, and do my best to relate it to the learner. I specialize in note taking, organization strategies, and breaking down text. I was always an A student, and graduated with honors in high and college. I am familiar with a variety of subjects, and am creative and resourceful. I taught 5 years at secondary science, health, and Leadership. I am knowledgeable with Chemistry, Biology, General Sciences, and basic physics. I know...
Education & Certification
American River College - Associate in Arts, Liberal Arts and Sciences
California State University-Sacramento - Bachelor in Arts, Child Development
Western Governors University - Masters in Education, Education

Kurtis : Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
Greetings students! I am Kurtis Cruz, a University of Washington graduate with a BSc in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology and former employee in the Department of Biology as well. My primary goal is to use my enthusiasm for the arts and sciences to motivate my students. I seek to project an upbeat attitude when teaching any student and adjust my teaching to the students needs as needed. ... One of my goals of teaching is...
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelors, Molecular, Cellular, & Developmental Biology

Lindsey: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...to my current job as an early childhood educator with the Goddard School. I also acted as a grader for essays and assignments in undergrad, for students in elementary through high school. My goal is to help students feel confident in their knowledge and abilities by tailoring my teaching to their needs. I am an avid reader and writer, especially of science fiction stories! I always enjoy learning new facts about biology, philosophy, and the...
Education & Certification
University of Portland - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Washington - Master of Arts, Creative Writing

Brett: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...and I always try to pass that passion on to my students. In order to do so, I practice what I consider to be a reciprocal and empathetic pedagogy. This begins with the acknowledgment that all students are different, all students have their own interests that should be taken seriously, and all students possess a wealth of knowledge and experience that can be drawn upon in order to allow each student to fully develop his...
Education & Certification
Ithaca College - Bachelor in Arts, Politics; Philosophy and Religion
Temple University - Master of Science, Political Science and Government

Julie: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...and will begin work on a master's degree in English this fall. I have more than ten years of experience teaching and tutoring students in composition, literature, grammar, and ESL. I am passionate about helping students succeed and develop lifetime love of learning. By evaluating areas of student weakness and creating a clear plan to strengthen these areas, I have seen my students grow dramatically in both their skills and confidence. I worked extensively with...
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
GRE Verbal: 167

Jay: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...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, e.g. using partial differential...
Education & Certification
University of Washington - Bachelors, Mathematics: Teacher Prep

Sabrina: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...I was 6. I am currently a Senior at the University of Washington studying business. I have been speaking and reading Mandarin for my whole life. During high school, I was in the Language Gifted Talented class, we had extra Chinese and English classes. I have had tutoring experiences with kids and adults. I have been working at a bilingual kindergarten for the past two years and am currently tutoring 3 k-12 students and 2...
Education & Certification
Bellevue College - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Alessandra: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...I'm from the United States, currently living in Seattle, Washington. I graduated from the University of Washington with a bachelor's in philosophy and political science and have a certification in Teaching English as a Second Language. I can help you with learning English and improving your writing/reading abilities. I'll provide a curriculum that takes into account your unique learning style while also making the subject relevant to your daily life. It is my goal to...
Education & Certification
University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy

Kelly : Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...Services and Community Outreach from Western Washington University, and a Master's in Science in ABA from Florida Institute of Technology. She has over 10 years of experience of working with children (including tutoring) and 6 years of experience in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). I have always had a passion for working with people with disabilities and has provided a wide range of services to the community in her professional career. She has...
Education & Certification
Western Washington University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Disability Studies
Florida Institute of Technology - Doctor of Science, Applied Behavior Analysis

Namita: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
I teach to impart knowledge because knowledge is power. I am a national board certified teacher. I have many years of experience teaching students in elementary and middle school. My students always show great progress because I differentiate my instruction to meet the needs of my students.
Education & Certification
DAV - Bachelor of Education, Special Education
Grand Canyon University - Master of Arts, Special Education

Ankita: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...of learning. I am also a very patient educator, passionate about teaching and helping each individual achieve their educational goals and objectives. I am always learning and looking to improve my own skills to better suit those I teach. Each individual is unique and I believe in being both the teacher and the learner as I work with each of them. I am looking forward to working with students to support their learning experiences and...
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Public Health
University of New England - Master in Public Health, Public Health
Tisha: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...Microbiology to pursue the Pre-Med track. I received my associate's degree in Biology. Throughout my education I have tutored lower-income students from difficult background to help bring their scores to a higher ended scale. I am most passionate about teaching science classes such as Biology, Chemistry, along with Math and English. I would like to instill qualities of hard work and determination in my students to help them not just pass but excel. I think...
Education & Certification
Cascadia Community College - Associate in Science, Biology, General
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor of Science, Microbiology

Kathryn: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...about Math and English. In my experience, with the right attitude and effort, learning can be rewarding, fun, and even math can seem a little less scary. I believe everyone should be empowered through their education and hope to not only build foundational skills, but instill confidence and a strong work ethic as well. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, hiking, and traveling - with my latest adventure being a solo trip to Antarctica!
Education & Certification
United States Military Academy - Bachelor of Science, Operations Research

April: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...to student interactions and student to teachert interactions.. I create strong relationships with students' families to create a partnership for student success. I have worked with a 3rd grade classroom to integrate project-based learning on plate tectonics to enhance the understanding of the topic with my students and teaching new skill with the 3rd grade students. I am an knowledgeable in learning disabilities such as ADHD. I honestly love teaching all subjects because all learning...
Education & Certification
Western Governors University - Bachelor of Science, Elementary School Teaching
Western Governors University - Masters in Education, Curriculum and Instruction

Beth: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...to one. It is extremely satisfying helping a child become a strong reader, as it influences their success in every subject area. I try to instill a love for books in my students, while using humor and positive encouragement. I strongly believe that children need support at home, both by being read to and reading to their family members. Following this period of learning loss due to the Covid epidemic, I am enjoying working with...
Education & Certification
Seattle Pacific University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
University of Washington - Master of Social Work, Social Work

Laura: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...schools and one on one tutoring. My specialty is in teaching writing, especially coherence, organization and development of ideas in an essay. My classes, whether face to face or online, have always been places where students can improve their skills in writing, reading and critical thinking through learner centered as well as collaborative methods. Often, I feel that my strength lies in establishing meaningful relationships with students that has helped many become more confident communicators...
Education & Certification
California State University-Sacramento - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
Humboldt State University - Master of Arts, English Composition
Private Reading Tutoring in Tacoma, WA
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For help trying to increase your child's proficiency in reading, contact Varsity Tutors in Tacoma today. Rest assured the tutor we match your student with will be the best match for them, helping to hone their reading skills and excel in school. After listening to your areas of concern and learning about your student's strengths and weaknesses, your child's tutor can design a program and study guide unique to them that will complement their lessons in school, offering an individualized, engaging, and structured learning experience.
Let our educational directors find you a hand-picked reading tutor in Tacoma who loves what they teach and can enable your student to make the most of their study sessions. Tutors love to read and enjoy helping kids find an appreciation for it. Whether your child has trouble with sequencing, inferences, or story mapping, the tutor we match them with will have multiple tools on hand to help them gain a firmer grasp of the written word, illustrating such concepts as setting, genre, endings, rate, and rhyme. Their tutor can also keep them actively engaged in the educational process and provide a positive environment that makes reading easy to learn and understand.
Reading is one of those fundamental subjects necessary for educational advancement as a whole. However, many young students struggle with antonyms and synonyms, homophones and homographs, and affixes and roots. An experienced tutor could help by providing clarity in a way that is designed especially for your child's method of learning and retaining material. With the tutor as their guide, they will develop a base for growing knowledge with fun and practical reading practice. Call us to find your child a passionate reading tutor in Tacoma, WA, who makes them want to learn more.
Scheduling sessions with your child's tutor revolves around your schedule. They will be happy to meet you and your student when and where it is comfortable and convenient for you, whether that is your own home or a place nearby. Meet them at a neighborhood library or a quiet coffeehouse. Grab a snack and beverage at Cafe Brosseau or Metronome Coffee, and relax as your student dives into reading lessons with their tutor. If during certain times, meeting in person doesn't work with your schedule, we offer an online interactive platform where your child can meet their tutor live and face-to-face. After each session, your child could be excited to return to school and show off their new skills.
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