About Me

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.

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