Award-Winning Social Studies Tutors serving Burien, WA

...and writing, though I most enjoy ecology and environmental science as developing an understanding of the world around you is key to becoming a more successful learner. I am especially passionate about teaching students studying habits and organizational skills that will reduce stress around standardized exams. I believe that the best way to teach is...

...your life. If you understand WHY you need to learn something, you have an incentive to learn it. I've tutored middle school, high school, and college freshmen and sophomores and occasionally get a phone call from one of my younger sisters asking for help editing an essay or solving a math problem. In my spare...

...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...

...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 HSPE reading and writing exams. Outside of...

...kind of teaching styles work for me. Additionally, during my Senior year at UHS, I spent at least an hour everyday as a Student Instructor for a second year Honors Spanish course. This allowed me to develop my own teaching style, and I was always looking for new ways to explain something to students. Thanks...

...and critical thinking. Drawing from my extensive experience in education, I focus on each learner's unique needs and learning style. When I'm not buried in history books, I'm exploring technology, writing, and traveling. These hobbies not only keep me balanced but also enhance my teaching, making history more relevant and interesting for my students.

I'm John, a sophomore at the University of Washington studying Economics. I mostly have experience tutoring high school math, ranging from AP Calc BC to Pre-Algebra, but I'd be happy to tutor any subject!

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.

...President of my Leadership class for 3 years, I learned many skills for adapting concepts to individuals and different types of learners. In college, I am part of the Leadership Certificate Program, which trains young leaders on teaching and communicating with people based on their own unique strengths. This type of strength-0based learning is the...

...and have been backing 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...

...pursuit of excellence with my students. My goal is to help students become independent thinkers and learners, able to handle even the most difficult assignments without feeling overwhelmed. Good grades on individual assignments is not the goal, only a byproduct of the work done in sessions which result in clear, thoughtful, well-researched writing across disciplines...

...by the visible and measurable successes of my students. My fields of interest and expertise are generally known as the humanities, and include literature, social studies of various kinds, and philosophy. I have also worked in special education with a wide variety of learning abilities and skills. In these areas of study I believe that...

Hello! My name is Miranda Roland. I'm from Salt Lake City, Utah, but I currently live in Tacoma, Washington, going to the University of Puget Sound! I plan to become an engineer, and am currently majoring in Chemistry. I love dogs, knitting, painting, and cross stitching!

...helping students from all academic backgrounds develop as critical thinkers and writers. I believe that learning should be fun, engaging, and collaborative, and I work with students to develop an educational plan that works for them. While at UW, I tutored at the campus interdisciplinary writing center, helping students develop and refine academic papers, admissions...

...time management and how to break down activities. I also like to make sure my students feel comfortable with analysis, editing, note taking, and other methods to give them a competitive edge. The fuel students should use is intrinsic motivation, enjoyment, and the thrill of delving into a topic they can use to expand their...

Students do not care what you know until they know that you care. I believe in building a relationship based on trust in order to effectively teach.

I enjoy meeting new people and to engage in learning with them!

Hi, I am a recent graduate from Whitman College with a degree in Economics and Psychology. I love to play soccer, climb rocks, and bake pies! I am tutoring to keep my academic skills up before going back to graduate school next year. Looking forward to working with you!

...as much as I do. I have been teaching AP History and all high school history subjects for five years. I also have a Master's Degree in Eastern European History, with a focus on Children's Education in the Soviet Union. I have been taught by the professors who literally wrote the book on World History,...

...am a parent of two girls 7 & 9. I am an Art Docent for the LWES Tahoma School district. I have been a teacher all my life, starting with aviation, I have over 1200 hours of flight instruction given. I have mentored and taught at Seattle Pacific University since graduating in 2010. I love...