Award-Winning SAT Tutors in Tacoma, WA

...been top of my class in subjects related to reading and writing, and I was flattered and happy to have my first paying job. In my experience, many students study in a very inefficient way. My approach is to keep students motivated by using our time intelligently. I build their confidence and understanding starting from the most fundamental concepts, and in the end they master subjects more fully and more quickly than they would have...

...offer a no-stress, judgment-free environment, and I want to work with you in the ways that fit you best. When it comes to explaining the fundamentals, I'll support you in math and psychology; when it comes to biology, I'll help you conquer the nitty-gritty; and when it comes to reading analysis and writing skills, I'll help you shine. I'd be happy to work with you, regardless of age or background. Thanks for passing by, and...

...do in your spare time and I will put our lessons in that context. In my spare time I enjoy reading non-fiction books: science, philosophy, psychology, and human health. I love being physically active, so lately my outlet has been martial arts like Capoeira and kickboxing. I also like to make funky melodies on the bass guitar. I was a preschool teacher for the past two years so fantasy discussions are always entertaining for me.

Hi! My name is SriLasya, and I am very excited to be a Varsity Tutor. I graduated high school with an IB Diploma and I am currently an undergraduate student at the University of Illinois at Chicago. At the moment, I am a Sociology and Integrated Health Sciences Double Major, with a pre-Medical focus. I am a very patient and positive person, and I incorporate that into my teaching method. ... My teaching philosophy is to...

...Island Universitys Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) & Student Support Services for 2 years and tutored math, biology, chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacology, and pharmacotherapeutics to pre-pharmacy students and special needs pharmacy students. For the past 5 years, I have been working as an R&D formulation chemist for worlds leading cosmetic companies and a part-time tutor. I have recently moved to Seattle and; I am currently pursuing a certificate course in clinical trials at the University of...

Hello tutees! My name is Madison Barrett and I grew up on Bainbridge Island, WA. I am currently attending Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business as an Accounting and Operations major. I enjoy watching and playing all sports as well as musical theater. I hope I get a chance to meet you all soon!

...participation in study groups was one of my most frequently used study techniques as a college student. While participating in study groups, I spent at least as much time teaching others college level concepts as I did being taught. These frequent study sessions helped me learn ways to become much more effective as a tutor. A large part of my responsibilities as a ski instructor was communicating with both my students and their parents and...

...the sense of fulfilment that comes by working closely with children of all abilities and developing in them a thirst for knowledge fuelling my desire to pursue a longer term career as an educator. I believe my diverse experiences have helped me develop a strong mix of subject matter expertise, student motivational skills and the ability to take proactive initiatives to deliver results in the classroom. I am highlighting a few of these skills to...

...hard for each of the above mentioned accomplishments. One can identify me as a near perfectionist. While completing my Masters, I was appointed as "Teaching Assistant". I love coding and love learning new programming languages. I am very passionate about Mathematics, Computers and Science. And would love to be a guide and mentor for students. I am a very patient individual who can teach concepts and solve problems. I am systematic and methodical.

...detail-oriented writer, editor, copywriter, and stand-up comedian. I have a long history of academic success. I was valedictorian in high school and a dean's list student in college. I was a history major and psychology minor, but my passion has always been writing in one capacity or another. Professionally, I've worked at various ad agencies. Personally, I've had articles published in athletics magazines, wrote for a dorky hip hop blog for five years, dabbled in...

My name is Nita, I am invested in helping those with high and low incidence disabilities obtain a valuable education that will aid in their long term success! When I'm not working you can find me in the gym or sipping some bobba. I look forward to working with you!

...Indianapolis, Indiana and have had the chance to explore a lot of different cities around the country. I have recently planted some roots in Seattle, WA and am really enjoying it here. I have taught mostly middle school Social Studies and English for the past eight years and am very excited to move in to high school this year teaching 9th grade World History. Besides my career, I am a big fan of any outdoor...

...a healthcare company as an engineer. I studied chemistry in my undergraduate studies and organic chemistry when I attended graduate school. I have tutored and taught several undergraduate chemistry courses, including: general chemistry, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, and high school chemistry. I absolutely love teaching students. I most enjoyed when students understood the concepts and could apply them to new problems. I believe it is most important for students to understand the concepts, rather than...

...of high school at the same time. I was also a general tutor for the whole school after hours. I learned a great deal about the nuances of working with the students, their families, and the resources that were available to them. I also understand the different types of student learning. There is so much to keep track of and take care of when it comes to a child's education and I know I am...

...up to the level of working proficiency, and German to intermediate conversation level. I have always had a passion for math, calculus especially, and even as a high school student, enjoyed helping others learn concepts and engage in critical problem solving. These critical thinking skills transfer over well to test-taking, and I am happy to serve as a tutor for the ACT, as well as the GRE, which I took last summer in preparation for...

...understanding of the concepts that I learn. It may seem like a lot of work--which sometimes it is; but trust me, it is always worth it in the long run. With this technique, at times when I don't remember a particular information, I will still remember how to obtain it. After all, not all of us are blessed with the gift of photographic memory! And even if you are, I'm sure you wouldn't want to...

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).

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.

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