Award-Winning SAT Writing and Language Tutors serving Kirkland, WA

As a Professor of English, I have worked with hundreds of students on ACT, SAT and academic preparation. I hold a Ph.D. in Literature, two Master's degrees and a B.A. from UC Berkeley, where I was a Regents' and Chancellor's Scholar. I love helping students to work toward their goals!

...grow their own sense of self-confidence and watching them grasp the material. Sometimes all it takes is a little extra explanation that is hard to get in the classroom when the teacher is focusing on so many students at once. My style is pretty laid-back. I'm friendly and patient, and I will do what I can to help you as long as you are willing to help yourself. I love using nemonic devices that help...

Hello! My name is Ms. Sapp and I teach English and French of all levels! I am excited to help you in any way that I can, so please feel free to reach out to start working on the languages you are learning!

...company called Twilight Tutors and tutored high school students for several years. I helped them write papers and prepare for exams. I tutor students in the following subjects: English, Finance, History, Biology, Economics, and various other topics. My favorite subject to tutor is English because it is the foundation of good writing and reading. I like to tutor students by using real world examples that they care about and can relate to. I learn each...

...Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, and a Bachelor of the Arts with a double major focus in Chinese Studies and Human Development from the Evergreen State University. Although I am a staunch believer in lifelong learning, I always aim to impart in my students the importance of learning as a vehicle for enriching both themselves and those around them: rather than secluding in the proverbial ivory tower, students should be empowered to be the rising tide...

...together with language practice. For younger students, I incorporate puppets and role play as well as song and movement. For older students, I make the more academic aspects of written and spoken French transparent and achievable by listening to students and breaking down complex ideas. I have a near-native accent and a nuanced understanding of grammatical structure from years of studying and teaching higher level French. I would love to work with all levels of...

...their full potential and discover the joy in learning. My approach is tailored to each individual, focusing on building understanding, confidence, and curiosity. I believe that every challenge is an opportunity to grow, and I strive to create an environment where questions are encouraged, mistakes are embraced as part of the process, and progress feels exciting. Whether it's mastering new concepts, preparing for exams, or simply developing better study habits, I am committed to making...

...I love being able to share my passions with people of all ages. I have tutored young elementary school children, high schoolers, college-aged young adults, and older adults. Helping someone advance their own studies by sharing my passion for these topics is what drives me every day! I absolutely love reading, writing, and public speaking!! Please let me help you learn to love these topics too...or at least make them a little easier for you...

...as corresponding standardized test areas (GRE verbal and written, SAT and ACT verbal, AP language and literature). I also specialize in editorial and proof work, including admission essays and writing samples. My goal is to tailor each tutoring session to the student's needs and ambitions, and to use our time together to sharpen transferable skills, which will enable said student to tackle as wide a spectrum of academic and rhetorical situations as possible.

...keep in touch with many of my students. I also previously earned a Bachelor's degree in biochemistry from the University of West Florida. I have lots of experience teaching and tutoring chemistry students of all levels, and I also have done some work in the past with SAT test prep. I know chemistry can be an incredibly challenging subject to tackle, but I hope to make the journey a little easier for all of you.

...have taught all math classes in the highschool level. I enjoy teaching math to my students, but I mainly like to focus on helping my students develop independent study skills that will support them through life. What this means is building up the analytical skills that they will need to prepare and study for assignments and tests when they're going to go to college. There's only so much one can do in teaching the content...

...the result of interactions with students of various nationalities and socioeconomic backgrounds. Although I would be delighted to tutor many subjects, my passion is English. From an early age, I have been fascinated with words and the way we use them. I would love to help a pupil become attuned to the nuances of a text or express themselves more clearly for a college admissions essay. Besides education, my interests and hobbies include theatre, cooking,...

...Management and have taken related coursework both at the IB level and at the college level. As a result of taking IB in my highschool, I am a firm believer of being a well-rounded student. Thus, I enjoy tutoring in multiple areas of study and enjoy delving into the interconnections between different subjects. In my spare time, I enjoy baking, cooking and spending time with my dog when I travel back home.

...and editing, SAT and other test prep, psychology, social sciences, public speaking, literature, English, and theater courses. I graduated from high school with an International Baccalaureate diploma and completed my Extended Essay in the topic of Drama, so I tutor those courses as well! My teaching philosophy is one of dialogue - I believe that learning is a journey, and I want to help my students find their way to the joy of discovery that...

...so I have lots of experience. I primarily tutor Mathematics, Physics, and Political Science; I'd be happy to help you/your child better understand the concepts behind their problems and achieve better results. My tutoring style differs depending on the subject I'm tutoring. For Mathematics based subjects, I tend to take a graphical approach; focusing on addressing weak-points in understanding by presenting the material in a different, more intuitive and visual way. For Political Science, I...

...helping students because I realize how hard school can be when striving for As or falling behind and not feeling good enough. Being a student myself I have achieved an Associates of Arts and am currently pursuing my Bachelors of Science at the University of Washington. I have tutored community members and peers since my high school years and am ready to help a new generation of students achieve their academic dreams.

...on moral codes that favor not only themselves, but also those who depend on their guidance. It is imperative that the mind of a leader is both selfless and ambitious. Without the proper outlook, disorder will spawn, and failure will be the aftermath. The ability to teach those who are seeking knowledge is both a privilege and a necessity. It is my duty to guide those who seek my assistance to success.

...am uniquely qualified to help students at any level improve their writing and literacy skills. As an undergraduate at Rice, I worked with the writing department as a tutor for students in introductory writing and humanities courses. I have also worked as a tutor for elementary and middle school students in a variety of subjects during time as an undergrad. As a graduate student, I have taught five semesters of writing courses designed for incoming...

...classes, tutoring individual students (and pairs/siblings), and mentoring young adults along their professional journey. I hold a bachelor's degree in Journalism & Spanish from Washington State University, a master's degree in Business Administration from City University of Seattle, and I support the CEO of a project management firm in Seattle during the day. I appreciate every students individuality, and I hold a deep respect for their up's and down's along their learning path - everyone...

...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 the past my students have come from a variety of backgrounds and different socio-economic levels. The best part of...