Award-Winning SSAT Tutors serving Bellevue, WA

...graduated from the University of Washington with a B.A. in International Studies and a minor in Japanese. I studied abroad in Japan at Kobe University's Intercultural Studies department, and also studied broadly while in university, with coursework in mathematics, cultural studies, economics, and business. The subjects I tutor are Japanese and different levels of mathematicsfields that I particularly loveas well as standardized test preparation (SAT, SSAT, ISEE, and HSPT). I have found that studying becomes...

...believe that learning is a lifetime journey that can be pursued through many paths. Curiosity is a wonderful thing and should always be fostered. There is a great big world out that that needs to be explored. Always be seeking, improving, and wondering. I have taught middle school for 17 years and try to pass on my love of learning to each and everyone of my students. I believe all students can be successful learners,...

...experienced professional writer since 2008, I know how to effectively communicate in a variety of arenas. I'm a trained technical writer, but I'm also a published poet. I have been tutoring professionally since 2011, mostly with working adults and young adults. I come from a long line of teachers on both sides of my family. Above all, I bring compassion to my work. I have a learning disability which makes me gifted in some areas,...

...different material. I have experience working with a wide range of students from elementary school to college students to adult learners. The best part of tutoring for me is when a student truly begins to enjoy a subject that they initially found difficult. I love when students recognize their own progress and begin to feel very comfortable with things that were once very intimidating. I tutor many subjects from Reading and Math to Spanish and...

...the world around us opens up so many doors, its a shame that learning has developed a reputation of being not fun. When students learn how to harness a difficult concept, questions are answered and new ones are discovered. I have studied motivation in educational contexts and have held various teaching/mentoring roles. Having graduated 1st in my class with a Masters degree, I know what it takes to succeed in academic settings. It is effort,...

I have been a certified tutor/teacher for the past 15 years. As a tutor with Varsity Tutors I work with middle school and high school students specializing in all areas of Language Arts: narrative, expository, creative, and analytical writing, including grammar. I also tutor high school seniors with college applications and essays. I have a broad base of knowledge in American Literature and the Arts, I am a published writer and watercolor artist, and I...

...have been involved in education for as long as I can remember. I started my career as an educator as a volunteer one-on-one reading tutor when I was still in high school and, ever since then, have gained a wealth of teaching experience with students of diverse backgrounds. I have worked with students as young as third grade up to learners that already have college degrees. My background as a 9th grade English teacher has...

...love Math and have enjoyed teaching it to students who need help. I understand that Math can be complicated, and it is not something you get right away. I believe with practice and skill one can be better able to understand it. I know this because I also grew up not liking Math but ironically ended up teaching it. I believe you need to be patient and understand the student's strengths and weakness in order...

...am currently a sophomore at the University of Washington pursuing a B.S. in Psychology and Neurobiology. Before coming to UW, I tutored elementary and middle school students throughout high school. I also taught piano and worked as a counselor at a summer camp for elementary aged students so I'd like to say I understand and get along pretty well with them! As for my tutoring style, it varies from student to student. I gauge what...

...and to build rapport fast, skills essential to my success. I most enjoy teaching environmental and earth science, 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...

...and problem solving whenever possible. My primary academic interest is string theory, which tries to combine Einstein's theory of gravity and general relativity with quantum mechanics, the physics of the subatomic realm. One of my advantages as a math tutor, in particular, is that I have first hand experience with many of the applications of mathematics, i.e. to Astronomy, Physics, Economics, and even to "soft" sciences like Psychology through Statistics. Getting students to understand the...

...name is Grant LeBlanc, I have a passion and desire to help others succeed academically and to help those understand and get the concept of the subject that is being studied in order to move forward successfully. I have a passion in reading and writing, as well as science and history. I know what it takes to succeed. Fun fact: I obtained my pilot's license in 2019, it was a lifelong dream of mine since...

...learners wanting a review. While the corporate world provided valuable experience, I decided to further pursue my passions of languages and learning. I left the corporate sector and have obtained a Master's Degree at the Middlebury Colleges Language School program, where for four summers I took a pledge to speak only Spanish and complete a semesters worth of work in six weeks! For the interim 10 months each year, I tutored, worked with refugees and...

...a soon-to-be graduate from Seattle University with a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics, I have a strong passion for academics. I find joy in helping others reach their ACT/SAT goal(s). Having tutored ACT and SAT prep full time for going on 5 years, I can efficiently assess a student's strengths and weaknesses, develop a personalized tutoring plan, communicate strategies to better approach the test, teach concepts, and guide students to success. Adaptation to a student's needs...

...Foundational Language Arts - Foundational Science - Foundational Social Studies I have experience with various standardized tests, both taking them and coaching students, with a proven track record of score improvement for my students. I have taken the SAT, GRE and several teacher licensure examinations. I have particular experience with coaching students on MAP testing, test taking strategies, dealing with test anxiety and closing the gap when students are behind through intensive instruction. I have...

...am a math and science teacher with over 25 years teaching high school and community college courses. I taught all levels of math, science, economics, and statistics. In addition, I have many years of experience tutoring students in many of the nationwide standardized tests such as the SAT, ACT, GRE, and GMAT and Advanced Placement Calculus and Physics. I work hard to make complex and challenging material accessible and enjoyable for a wide range of...

...I taught small group and private lessons for children and adults. For the last 6 years, I've been teaching at Shoreline Community College where I've taught English for academic purposes for international students, as well as ESL courses (all skills: reading, writing, grammar, listening/speaking) for students of all levels, from beginner to advanced. I have almost 15 years of experience teaching in college classrooms, as well as in smaller, private conversation schools and one on...

I'm a PhD student in Bioengineering at the University of Washington, I recently graduated from Johns Hopkins University studying Biology with a minor in Spanish. I'm very interested in all things math and science and also tutor in Spanish and with the ACT. I live in San Francisco and would love to help out with anything of that sort. In my free time, I enjoy spending time outside, fishing, kayaking, and playing many different sports.

...am an elementary substitute teacher and former home school mom of two grown sons. I received my Bachelor's Degree in Language Arts and my Teaching Certification from Seattle Pacific University. I most enjoy teaching reading skills and elementary math. I am a natural with children, but also know how to set friendly but firm limits. For the last eight years I have worked as a substitute elementary school teacher in the Edmonds and Mukilteo school districts...

...have been an educator for 12 years. I was a 5th grade teacher for 11 years. I have a bachelors degree in Elementary Education and a masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction with an English as a Second Language Endorsement and Middle School Endorsement. I love working with children one on one and seeing their growth academically and confidence rise. As a teacher I often times worked in PTA run programs like Homework Help Club,...