I love helping students to achieve their personal best. Through a variety of instructional strategies and understanding of the individual student's learning style, we can reach this goal together!

I've always had a teacher or two on my list of heroes and now I would like to give back. I specialize in Spanish and Mathematics. I have taught Chess to kids both privately and at a summer camp and love working with people. I feel the most important part of tutoring is getting the student as involved and excited as possible.Outside of tutoring I love sports, music, movies, writing and just laughing - a lot. I look forward to working with a variety of students and helping them succeed while having fun.

As an undergraduate studying English at Brigham Young University, I wanted to help other students learn to write well and succeed in their college writing experiences. So I worked as a writing consultant at BYU's Research & Writing Center, helping students across campus to brainstorm, organize, craft, and revise their writing. During my time at the RWC, I completed over 700 tutoring sessions, working with writers and assignments from more than 150 courses on our campus. I enjoyed learning how to coach others in writing so much that I went on to complete a master's degree, emphasizing in rhetoric and composition and writing my thesis on experiential education in writing classrooms. I also taught two years of first-year writing and one year of advanced persuasive writing. When it comes to tutoring, writing of any kind is my jamapplication materials, personal statements, resumes, essays, research papers, literature reviews, etc. I love working one on one with writers to help them achieve their goals and to equip them with principles and tools so that after they leave a tutoring session with me, they feel more confident in facing their future writing assignments. When I hang up my teaching/tutoring cap for the day, I trade it most often for an apronI'm an aspiring cook, baker, and especially saucier, always on the hunt for ways to turn whole foods into delectable meals and treats.

I believe that all learning begins with curiosity; if a first little spark of interest can be kindled, understanding will soon follow. During my time spent serving as a volunteer tutor during both my high school and undergraduate years, I was able to help many students increase their knowledge of History, English Literature, and Grammar. Additionally, I was also able to help others gain the skill sets necessary for accomplished essay writing and SAT Verbal Test Preparation. My goal is to always guide the student towards a deeper comprehension of the subject matter, with development of the corresponding techniques and sense of confidence necessary for success.

My name is Preston Olsen. I have been working as a teacher and substitute teacher in the Seattle area for the last ten years. In college I majored in both history and English writing and I am certified to teach both subjects.I've always been fascinated with history and how seemingly unconnected events tie together and help create the world we have today. I find history to be an amazing subject because of how it ties together our past, present and future. Little facts and big ideas are combined in a picture that tells us where we have been and where we are going. History also as the advantage of allowing us to connect different subjects together. Though history you learn about important figures in science, math, literature, the arts, and other areas. You get the opportunity to see the impact these people had on their time and how it changed our world. It is this fascination of history that I love passing on to students.I have loved both reading and writing since I was a child. Exploring new worlds and different times through books has always been one of my favorite ways to relax. I love reading for both the casual enjoyment of it as well as reading for the deeper themes and ideas found in any truly great book. When it comes to writing, I love the escape and rush of creating my own worlds and adventures. Using my words to create a mental picture and tell a story is a truly wonderful experience and one I enjoy helping others develop as well. In my life I've had to write numerous essays, and papers on all kinds of topics and subjects. I have the experience to help students to break down what they are being asked to write, and put it into easy to manage steps that make the writing process clearer and far less stressful. More than this, I enjoy using my experience and knowledge to pass on these skills to those who need them.Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife, family and friends. I enjoy watching TV, going to movies, playing games, and watching football. I try to make the most of my time and try to fill it with good fun and interesting experiences.Thank you for your interest, and I look forward to helping you with your educational goals.

I am a recent college graduate who earned her B.S. in Speech and Hearing Sciences from Edinboro University. I am interested in providing educational assistance to students who struggle with literacy in the classroom. I am willing to provide both face-to-face and online services for students in grades K-12. In addition to my educational background in Speech Therapy, I have experience working as an Assistant Teacher, Tutor, and Peer Advisor. I also completed an internship in Audiology and am interested in providing services to students with hearing loss who struggle with literacy in the classroom as well. In January 2016, I will start taking online classes to earn my graduate certification in Online Teaching and Learning. My approach to teaching students is tailored and individualized to meet the differences and abilities of my clients. I will work with both students and families to help children and adolescents succeed in the classroom. I look forward to working with you all. Thanks for choosing me!

I am a rising senior at Wellesley College majoring in Music and American Studies. During my first year at college, I started tutoring students in grades K-12 at the Mathnasium center in Wellesley, MA. The following two years, I tutored my peers taking courses in American Popular Music, Jazz Music Theory, and Jazz History. Over the past two years, I've developed a passion for helping students pursue writing and research topics that reflect their identities and personal histories. By framing education as a lens through which to perceive themselves, students have been infinitely more engaged. I'm most passionate in tutoring topics related to music history, but interestedly, I've come to deeply appreciate and value writing, research, and analysis skills. Outside of the classroom, I play alto saxophone in a couple of jazz groups, read graphic novels, bake, knit/crochet, and am learning to skate on a longboard!

Hello, I'm James. I'm a junior at Brown University with a 4.0 GPA and numerous standardized test scores at the 99+ percentile. My test scores include a 35 on the ACT (36 in Math and 35 in English, Reading, and Science) and a 800 on SAT Math Level II. I am very experienced and prepared as a tutor. I've worked with students from numerous educational backgrounds and helped them reach their goal scores. I look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve success!

I am very happy to be a part of Varsity Tutors and have the opportunity to assist others achieve their goals!A bit about myself: I graduated from Hamilton College in 2008, majoring in World Politics with a minor in Russian Studies. During my time at Hamilton, I was privileged to work with a refugee assistance group that tutored recent immigrants in English and helped them pass their citizenship exams. Working with groups of all ages I learned that establishing a comfortable environment for learning makes a big difference in helping people move beyond their discomfort in a topic and makes them more willingly to engage with the material. Providing a fun and constructive environment for learning is a strategy I believe in for anyone I tutor.After college I worked for the inventor of the Segway and coached high school baseball before moving onto my Master's program in the UK. I graduated with honors from King's College London in 2012 with an MA in Intelligence & International Security. Using my coursework and interest in local history I wrote a dissertation on the British military and political strategy in Boston before the American Revolution. My graduate studies abroad provided an excellent setting for working with students of all ages and backgrounds from around the world and increased my ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people.When I completed my dissertation I staffed a state campaign and for the last 3 years I have worked for a private non-profit focusing on issues of canine welfare. In this role I worked closely with local law enforcement and municipal governments on a variety of projects. I recently left this position to begin my service with the US Army Reserve.In my spare time I like to hike with my dog (Watson), go fishing from my kayak, watch movies, read with my 2 year old godson and spend some time at my boxing club.For me studying has always been about finding ways of completing assignments that utilize the strengths we each have. Even the most daunting tasks like a dissertation can be broken down into very manageable parts. With the right attitude and a good support system, I hope to help students find ways to approach new topics confidently and efficiently.

The field of education allows me to live my passion of inspiring others to not only acquire a specific skill or merely understand a new concept but to also ignite in their hearts the love of knowledge and learning. I think it's most satisfying, after hard work and practice, to see that both teacher and student were able to cooperatively work together to be successful in reaching their goal.So, if you're looking for someone to be patient, thorough, and willing to go over things once, twice, or even ten times, and you're considering me, then you got the right tutor.

I love helping students to achieve their personal best. Through a variety of instructional strategies and understanding of the individual student's learning style, we can reach this goal together!

I've always had a teacher or two on my list of heroes and now I would like to give back. I specialize in Spanish and Mathematics. I have taught Chess to kids both privately and at a summer camp and love working with people. I feel the most important part of tutoring is getting the student as involved and excited as possible.Outside of tutoring I love sports, music, movies, writing and just laughing - a lot. I look forward to working with a variety of students and helping them succeed while having fun.

As an undergraduate studying English at Brigham Young University, I wanted to help other students learn to write well and succeed in their college writing experiences. So I worked as a writing consultant at BYU's Research & Writing Center, helping students across campus to brainstorm, organize, craft, and revise their writing. During my time at the RWC, I completed over 700 tutoring sessions, working with writers and assignments from more than 150 courses on our campus. I enjoyed learning how to coach others in writing so much that I went on to complete a master's degree, emphasizing in rhetoric and composition and writing my thesis on experiential education in writing classrooms. I also taught two years of first-year writing and one year of advanced persuasive writing. When it comes to tutoring, writing of any kind is my jamapplication materials, personal statements, resumes, essays, research papers, literature reviews, etc. I love working one on one with writers to help them achieve their goals and to equip them with principles and tools so that after they leave a tutoring session with me, they feel more confident in facing their future writing assignments. When I hang up my teaching/tutoring cap for the day, I trade it most often for an apronI'm an aspiring cook, baker, and especially saucier, always on the hunt for ways to turn whole foods into delectable meals and treats.

I believe that all learning begins with curiosity; if a first little spark of interest can be kindled, understanding will soon follow. During my time spent serving as a volunteer tutor during both my high school and undergraduate years, I was able to help many students increase their knowledge of History, English Literature, and Grammar. Additionally, I was also able to help others gain the skill sets necessary for accomplished essay writing and SAT Verbal Test Preparation. My goal is to always guide the student towards a deeper comprehension of the subject matter, with development of the corresponding techniques and sense of confidence necessary for success.

My name is Preston Olsen. I have been working as a teacher and substitute teacher in the Seattle area for the last ten years. In college I majored in both history and English writing and I am certified to teach both subjects.I've always been fascinated with history and how seemingly unconnected events tie together and help create the world we have today. I find history to be an amazing subject because of how it ties together our past, present and future. Little facts and big ideas are combined in a picture that tells us where we have been and where we are going. History also as the advantage of allowing us to connect different subjects together. Though history you learn about important figures in science, math, literature, the arts, and other areas. You get the opportunity to see the impact these people had on their time and how it changed our world. It is this fascination of history that I love passing on to students.I have loved both reading and writing since I was a child. Exploring new worlds and different times through books has always been one of my favorite ways to relax. I love reading for both the casual enjoyment of it as well as reading for the deeper themes and ideas found in any truly great book. When it comes to writing, I love the escape and rush of creating my own worlds and adventures. Using my words to create a mental picture and tell a story is a truly wonderful experience and one I enjoy helping others develop as well. In my life I've had to write numerous essays, and papers on all kinds of topics and subjects. I have the experience to help students to break down what they are being asked to write, and put it into easy to manage steps that make the writing process clearer and far less stressful. More than this, I enjoy using my experience and knowledge to pass on these skills to those who need them.Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my wife, family and friends. I enjoy watching TV, going to movies, playing games, and watching football. I try to make the most of my time and try to fill it with good fun and interesting experiences.Thank you for your interest, and I look forward to helping you with your educational goals.

I am a recent college graduate who earned her B.S. in Speech and Hearing Sciences from Edinboro University. I am interested in providing educational assistance to students who struggle with literacy in the classroom. I am willing to provide both face-to-face and online services for students in grades K-12. In addition to my educational background in Speech Therapy, I have experience working as an Assistant Teacher, Tutor, and Peer Advisor. I also completed an internship in Audiology and am interested in providing services to students with hearing loss who struggle with literacy in the classroom as well. In January 2016, I will start taking online classes to earn my graduate certification in Online Teaching and Learning. My approach to teaching students is tailored and individualized to meet the differences and abilities of my clients. I will work with both students and families to help children and adolescents succeed in the classroom. I look forward to working with you all. Thanks for choosing me!

I am a rising senior at Wellesley College majoring in Music and American Studies. During my first year at college, I started tutoring students in grades K-12 at the Mathnasium center in Wellesley, MA. The following two years, I tutored my peers taking courses in American Popular Music, Jazz Music Theory, and Jazz History. Over the past two years, I've developed a passion for helping students pursue writing and research topics that reflect their identities and personal histories. By framing education as a lens through which to perceive themselves, students have been infinitely more engaged. I'm most passionate in tutoring topics related to music history, but interestedly, I've come to deeply appreciate and value writing, research, and analysis skills. Outside of the classroom, I play alto saxophone in a couple of jazz groups, read graphic novels, bake, knit/crochet, and am learning to skate on a longboard!

Hello, I'm James. I'm a junior at Brown University with a 4.0 GPA and numerous standardized test scores at the 99+ percentile. My test scores include a 35 on the ACT (36 in Math and 35 in English, Reading, and Science) and a 800 on SAT Math Level II. I am very experienced and prepared as a tutor. I've worked with students from numerous educational backgrounds and helped them reach their goal scores. I look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve success!

I am very happy to be a part of Varsity Tutors and have the opportunity to assist others achieve their goals!A bit about myself: I graduated from Hamilton College in 2008, majoring in World Politics with a minor in Russian Studies. During my time at Hamilton, I was privileged to work with a refugee assistance group that tutored recent immigrants in English and helped them pass their citizenship exams. Working with groups of all ages I learned that establishing a comfortable environment for learning makes a big difference in helping people move beyond their discomfort in a topic and makes them more willingly to engage with the material. Providing a fun and constructive environment for learning is a strategy I believe in for anyone I tutor.After college I worked for the inventor of the Segway and coached high school baseball before moving onto my Master's program in the UK. I graduated with honors from King's College London in 2012 with an MA in Intelligence & International Security. Using my coursework and interest in local history I wrote a dissertation on the British military and political strategy in Boston before the American Revolution. My graduate studies abroad provided an excellent setting for working with students of all ages and backgrounds from around the world and increased my ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people.When I completed my dissertation I staffed a state campaign and for the last 3 years I have worked for a private non-profit focusing on issues of canine welfare. In this role I worked closely with local law enforcement and municipal governments on a variety of projects. I recently left this position to begin my service with the US Army Reserve.In my spare time I like to hike with my dog (Watson), go fishing from my kayak, watch movies, read with my 2 year old godson and spend some time at my boxing club.For me studying has always been about finding ways of completing assignments that utilize the strengths we each have. Even the most daunting tasks like a dissertation can be broken down into very manageable parts. With the right attitude and a good support system, I hope to help students find ways to approach new topics confidently and efficiently.

The field of education allows me to live my passion of inspiring others to not only acquire a specific skill or merely understand a new concept but to also ignite in their hearts the love of knowledge and learning. I think it's most satisfying, after hard work and practice, to see that both teacher and student were able to cooperatively work together to be successful in reaching their goal.So, if you're looking for someone to be patient, thorough, and willing to go over things once, twice, or even ten times, and you're considering me, then you got the right tutor.