Award-Winning Spanish Tutors in Kirkland, WA

...and then completed my undergraduate studies in Canada. Languages are my passion! In Italy, I attended the 'Liceo Linguistico' where I also studied French and English for 5 years and German for three. While in University, I was an Italian Teacher Assistant where I tutored Italian conversation to students and assisted the Italian professor with corrections and assignments as well as offering Italian private lessons. In addition, I also have years of experience in the...

...Writing. Since my graduation I have traveled extensively, spending a year teaching ESL in Huelva, Spain and another year teaching ESL outside of Seoul in South Korea. Both were remarkable experiences and have significantly shaped my teaching style while simultaneously, through the stories of my students, demonstrating to me the paramount importance of education in today's society. I am a very flexible and amiable teacher who enjoys exchanging ideas with students. That said, my two...

...I was able to teach and tutor people of all ages and all skill levels, from high school students to professionals looking to expand their skills set. These experiences have given me a lot of confidence in tutoring English related topics such as reading and writing, and I am fluent in Spanish after living abroad for over a year, so I would greatly enjoy tutoring anybody with the desire to improve in that subject as...

...I have a BA in Theatre and Spanish from Muhlenberg College and have been teaching and tutoring these subjects, as well as reading, writing, and study skill for nine years. I use an interactive approach tailored to each individual student's interests, learning style, and goals. I have experience working with students of all ages and skill levels, including those with physical, cognitive, developmental, behavioral, and learning disabilities. I am currently only offering remote/online sessions due...

...encouraged with the amount of progress that can be made by preparing for the tests and having a strategy for tackling each section. In addition to tutoring for standardized tests, I really enjoy Spanish language tutoring. Language learning has always been my fun class, and since studying Spanish I have gone on to study French, Malagasy (native language of Madagascar), and Hindi. All of this experience as a language student has allowed me to explore...

I studied Law at Tecnolgico de Monterrey in Mexico and after graduating I did extensive work as a translator. I also taught dance for about 7 years and I discovered I love sharing my knowledge with kids and adults. My favorite subjects to tutor are Spanish, English and History. I love embroidery, gardening, and yoga. One of my goals for this year is to start my yoga tracher training so I can also start teaching yoga.

...the deep end. To me, being a tutor requires validating each person's unique challenge(s), acknowledging the nuance and possible systemic explanation for those challenges, and making them feel as capable and confident a student as we all deserve to feel and be. When working with me, you will feel respected and heard; you will feel supported; and you will be pushed to challenge yourself, but welcomed to ask for help. My areas of specialty include...

...Albuquerque to study Communications at the University of New Mexico, and later I began working in the television production industry writing scripts in Spanish for a travel TV show. Later, I moved to Oviedo, Spain to complete my Master's degree in Spanish. After six years, I returned to the United States to study Education at City University of Seattle, and I began to work for the Bellevue School District. As a personal tutor, first I...

...college level. I specialize in mathematics; particularly in the studies of Calculus. I have completed 3.5 years of my college education through Saint Martin's University and UCLA, collectively. Also, I am about two semesters away from obtaining my degree in Mathematics (BS). Although my expertise is in math, I also have considerable knowledge in subjects on computer science, having learned as far into data structures and algorithms. When I tutor I always take into account...

...and mastered skills that I would now like to transfer to new and fresh minds and help them in their respective career and professional endeavors. While my occupation kept me dealing with technical matters and solutions to particular applications, it also allowed me to develop a rapport with colleagues and customers alike, in different countries and cultures. I've been involved in mentoring and training, not only my sales staff and administrative personnel, but also to...

...and Economics with a minor in Public Policy. I previously was a teaching assistant at the University of Washington for a summer writing course aimed towards middle and high school students, as well as a volunteer at the Coalition of Refugees from Burma, where I assisted an adult technology and conversational English class. After completing the IB Diploma program two years ago, I would love to tutor middle to high school students in subjects related...

...Nye show. I majored in Neuroscience and Behavior in college, so I learned a lot about Biology and Psychology, and I plan on getting a Master's in Bioengineering. I spent two years serving with the Peace Corps in Peru, where I learned to speak Spanish, build stoves out of adobe, and a lot about life in rural communities. In my spare time I enjoy playing harp and guitar, learning new languages, and being outdoors.

...it comes to teaching and learning is that with the right kind of help and motivation, a student can master any subject they put their mind to. Hard work, patience, and respect from both the student and the teacher are key to creating a learning environment that can produce tangible results. I would say my tutoring style is adaptable. I tend to teach through examples, but I also pay attention to how a student learns...

...I was lucky enough to witness the impact innovative teachers and mentors can have from a young age. Since undergrad I have tutored in many subjects: math, SAT prep, Spanish, and biology. Spanish is my love; I studied it as an undergraduate and believe that the key to learning anything is understanding how the subject matter fits into the larger picture of your life. If you understand WHY you need to learn something, you have...

Hello! My name is Kate, and I have 10 years of experience as a tutor and as an informal educator. I love connecting with students and helping them grow.

...a deeper understanding so students are able to recognize and navigate similar topics in the future rather than merely the problem at hand. Along similar lines, I like to connect topics to the real world and other areas the student has more experience with or is enthusiastic about. In math especially the abstract nature of many concepts can disillusion students early on in the learning process, and bringing those ideas back to the student's world...

I studied finance and accounting at the undergraduate level before completing a master's degree in financial analysis. After working for accounting and investment firms, I started my own business focused on consulting, tax preparation, and research projects. In terms of languages, I had the opportunity to study for one year in both France and Germany, and I obtained college minors in both languages.

...hold a BA in Bilingual Education and a Masters Degree in using technology in the K-12 classroom. I have 12+ years of experience teaching English and Spanish as a second language. Here at Varsity, I teach all levels of my beautiful native language, Espaol (Spanish). I believe anyone can become fluent in Spanish when they find the right fit for them, whether it is full immersion or a mix of English and Spanish, grammar focused...

...and ideas. I also love to see the process of learning a new language at the early stages, which is often when a student begins to think critically about language for the first time. When I'm not working or reading, I try to travel as much as I can. I grew up partly in Costa Rica, studied in Spain, and worked in France. More recently, I have spent time in Mexico, Portugal, and Panama. Closer...

...but also enjoy teaching math and writing. I most enjoy when those subjects intersect or finding a way for them to intersect depending on the skills of my students. In my opinion, education is not just about the specific details taught but also about the process of learning. Therefore, I try and incorporate experiential education as much as possible in my teaching. Outside of tutoring, I enjoy hiking and exploring the natural world, reading, writing,...