Top Reading Tutors serving Tacoma

James: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...Adelphi University. I am excited to work with students of all ages on their path to becoming better readers and writers. I believe in inspiring others to reach their potential in this amazing subject. During my time in graduate 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...
Education & Certification
Western Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Adelphi University - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Sarah: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...I am preparing to begin my studies in Library and Information Sciences. I have worked with high school students on developing reading and writing skills for high school completion and college prep for more than 4 years. Many of the students I've worked with are learning English as their second (or third) language. My favorite subjects to tutor for are AP English and the SAT writing section. I also enjoy helping students prepare for the...
Education & Certification
University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, English Language and Literature

Megan: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
I have been teaching for the past three years and tutoring for the past five. I have experience working with ages K-20. I tailor my instruction to the individual student and what he/she needs.
Education & Certification
Providence College - Bachelor in Arts, Developmental Psychology
Western Washington University - Master of Science, Education

Maria : Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...help them see that language can be simple and fun to learn! I speak English and French fluently and I am currently teaching myself Spanish! I am passionate to help people understand that studying language and writing is like discovering a new world! I've worked with kids, college students and adults for several years in the United States as well as in France where I lived and learned French. I have a degree in Foreign...
Education & Certification
Washington State University - Bachelor in Arts, Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
Gonzaga University - Master of Arts, Sports and Fitness Administration

O'Connor : Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
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.
Education & Certification
Seattle Pacific University - Current Undergrad, Engineering
SAT Verbal: 730

Sunny: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...might not be grasping a concept. Be Patient: Students easily become frustrated over subjects or lessons that they aren't understanding. I strive to be as patient as possible and maintain a positive attitude. This provides an environment where students feel comfortable and encouraged to keep at it. Be Flexible: Every student has different needs and different learning styles. I am open to switching gears and trying new tactics when my usual methods don't work for...
Education & Certification
Chapman University - Bachelors, Advertising and Public Relations

Frederica: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
Hello, I'm a Global Studies graduate who loves learning new things everyday. I recently completed a Full Stack Web Development certificate program in January 2020. They say that the best way to master a subject is to teach it, that's why I want to be a tutor! P.S. I'm also fluent in Amharic.
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Bothell Campus - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations

Allison: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...and Special Education. I am a great tutor because I have worked in many schools at different levels, and know how to teach things in fun and creative ways. I love helping kids be successful in school, and I cannot wait to tutor you today. I can provide homework help, review, teach you a new subject, or get you ready for a test. My Special Education background will help me gauge our starting point and...
Education & Certification
City University of Seattle - Bachelors, Education

Chelsea: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...all other areas. All students, children especially, do best in a warm, inviting environment where they feel engaged and excited to participate. This is the environment I always aim to provide. I have a Bachelor's in English Literature (with an education endorsement) from Western Washington University, as well as a Master's in Public Affairs from Washington State University. I enjoy reading and writing in just about every form, and I truly love teaching. I have...
Education & Certification
Western Washington University - Bachelor in Arts, American Literature

Marianna: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...followed by a Master’s in Visual Culture from Illinois State University in 2008. Seeking a more global perspective as well as teaching experience, I then taught ESL in Seoul, South Korea from 2013 to 2014. In Seoul, I taught and tutored students of all ages and loved helping them grow and learn at their own pace. When I returned to the United States to live in beautiful Seattle, I knew that I wanted to continue...
Education & Certification
The University of Texas at Austin - Bachelor in Arts, Art History
Illinois State University - Master of Arts, Visual Culture

Sydney: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
I am an experienced educator with a passion for helping all students reach their full potential. Education: -MA Teaching & Multiple Subject Credential University of California Irvine -California Clear Credential University of California Los Angeles -Special Education Endorsement Seattle University
Education & Certification
Point Loma Nazarene University - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
University of California-Irvine - Master of Arts, Education
Seattle University - Certificate, Special Education

Kurt: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
Hello, my name is Kurt. I have extensive experience in the education field, having been an instructor, academic dean, campus president, and regional director. I am a life long learner and believe strongly that education, in any form, is an excellent foundation for life. Kurt
Education & Certification
Sam Houston State University - Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
Seattle University - Master of Public Policy, Public Administration

Tori: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...learning content. I am currently working as an AmeriCorps member at Community for Youth, a mentoring organization aimed at high school students in Seattle. In my spare time, I serve as the current Director General for WASMUN (Washington State Model United Nations), the largest high school Model United Nations conference in the Northwest, and am also involved in volunteering at Broadview Emergency Shelter & Transitional Housing and North Helpline Food Bank. I also enjoy salsa...
Education & Certification
University of Washington - Bachelor in Arts, History, and Law, Societies, and Justice

Jared: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...medicine with degrees in zoology, microbiology, and Russian language. I have several years of tutoring experience with students ranging from ages 9-75. I love teaching languages and science, and I am always ready to tailor my lessons to fit exactly what my students need and want! In addition, I taught ESL to 9-65 year-olds in France for 1 year, HS biology in France, and ESL in Russia for 1 year. I am fluent in French...
Education & Certification
Ohio State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Zoology
Tulane University of Louisiana - Current Grad Student, Public Health
ACT Composite: 33

Margaret: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...and writing. A session with me will consist of a quick assessment of you and your skills, an individualized tutoring plan, and resources tailored to your needs to use during and after our tutoring session. I am incredibly patient but honest. I believe in providing constructive criticism and motivating my students to want more. For my younger kiddos, I am big on visual learning. I will use a range of tools such as virtual games,...
Education & Certification
Washington State University - Current Undergrad Student, Social Sciences

Matthew: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...learner. I believe that the student is the root of education, and the role of a teacher or tutor is to supplement the student's drive to help them be as successful as they can be. I also understand that math, as well as many other academic subjects, are not easy to learn or work with at first, and that the challenge is something that, with dedication and the proper support framework, can always be overcome....
Education & Certification
Gonzaga University - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1470
SAT Verbal: 700
SAT Writing: 740

Kelsey: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
I graduated from Western Washington University in 2013 with my B.S. in Geology. I helped teach Geology 101 and 211 lab classes all throughout college. I moved to Japan for a year and a half to teach English to students of all ages. It was there I discovered my passion for teaching.
Education & Certification
Western Washington University - Bachelor of Science, Geology
GRE Quantitative: 147
GRE Verbal: 161

Attpreetinder: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...have a gained massive amount of knowledge from my professors and their willingness to go extra mile each time along with their way of teaching made the classes very interesting. My goal is to make learning a pleasant experience and additionally provide the nurturing environment that allows children to learn and grow intellectually. I use lesson plans that gives the student a creative approach towards the topic along with giving enough time to practice. In...
Education & Certification
Point Park University - Bachelor of Accountancy, Accounting

Allyson: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
Hello everyone! I am very excited to start helping students who are struggling in any writing, reading, literature etc coursework. I currently am a recent graduate with my Bachelors and teaching license for secondary English (6-12th grade), but am starting my Graduate degree for English Language Learners (K-12th...
Education & Certification
Washington State University - Bachelor in Arts, English

Dharma: Tacoma Reading tutor
Certified Reading Tutor in Tacoma, WA
...students as they learn to love math for over three years. I love working with students and seeing confusion shift towards understanding. I have previously been a private tutor for geometry and algebra. I view education and school as the great equalizer allowing one to control their own path in life and have found it my greatest investment! I also love tutoring the SAT and have discovered many tricks to help students.
Education & Certification
University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor of Economics, Business and Managerial Economics
ACT Composite: 32
ACT Math: 33
ACT Reading: 35
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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