Award-Winning Test Prep Tutors serving Tacoma, WA

...prep, science, and math. I love seeing my enthusiasm for learning reflected in others. I am excited by seeing students "get it." I have tutored elementary instrumental music, taught environmental science lessons, and mentored undergraduate research assistants. As a strong student throughout my formal education, I bring clarity and knowledge of academic subjects. I learned how to succeed in the system of papers, projects, quizzes, and standardized tests, and I look forward helping other students...

...answer you just made a simple mistake. I can help you make less of those mistakes, and that is where the most significant short term growth can be made. If you are a student who wants to improve your score quickly, if you like learning new ways to solve old problems, if you are looking for multiple choice test taking techniques that you can apply for the rest of your academic career, if you like...

...them placement in respected Honors, AP, or IB programs throughout the country. The higher programs enhance their education and open doors to advanced education in Ivy League schools and well-sought-after careers. Although Samantha teaches in the United States, her lessons are at an exceptional internationally competitive standard and will prepare all students for an education in any international school or for a career path. Samantha has students from across the globe. She has taught English...

...find that the material is more memorable and some of the stress of testing is removed, and to this end I try to incorporate games as much as possible. I like to give the students ample space to show me what they do already know, something that is illuminating to me as a tutor and also frequently surprises students with how much knowledge they already command. When learning new material, I prefer an in-depth approach...

...likes to make things. My hobbies include crochet, dressmaking, and chocolatiering, though I have my eye on taking up welding as well. I also boulder, do yoga, and have recently taken up aerial silks. In cold weather, I like to curl up inside with a book. In warm weather, I like to curl up under a tree with a book. On vacation, I am usually found curled up somewhere with a book.... Teaching isn't a one-way...

...their academic potential has always been a passion of mine. I have been tutoring various subjects for the past five years; specifically I have extensive training in tutoring Chemistry and Biology. While attaining my Bachelor’s Degree in Physiology from Seattle Pacific University, I worked as a college-level Chemistry tutor, Microbiology teaching assistant and a Homework Helper for Middle School Students. I also have experience in preparing students for large scale tests such as International Baccalaureate...

...University and soon-to-be medical student, I strive to propagate effective education. I received my Bachelor of Science with a major in Biology and minor in Chemistry. My first experience teaching was in high school where I taught basic Spanish to local elementary school kids. Since then, I have sought several opportunities to be involved in leadership and learning processes. I have worked with several different populations including elementary school, junior high, high school, and college-aged...

...writing tutor, my primary goal is to help you find and craft your voice and to assist you in communicating with clarity, without compromising complexity of thought. Whether you are a middle school student writing your first persuasive essay, a high schooler who is writing analytical term papers and college application essays, or a college student writing a senior thesis or a research paper, I am prepared to offer guidance, support, and skill building for...

...from DePaul University. I received my Bachelors of Science in Biology with a focus in pre-health studies. I have experience tutoring English as a Second Language (ESL) with the Heartland Alliance in Chicago, as well as working with college students as a science tutor for the TRIO program at DePaul. I enjoy showing my students that while something may be complicated or hard, it's by no means impossible to learn. By exploring a subject from...

...extensive experience with SAT and PSAT testing, scoring highly on the SAT and winning a National Merit Finalist Scholarship. I believe that the key to the SAT and standardized tests like it is knowing just enough to answer the problem. You do not need to know every in and out of a concept but you do need to know just enough to answer the problems at hand. I am here to help you maximize your...

...in Mexico. Currently living in Bellevue, WA, USA. Teaching Spanish is a way to bring up and share my Mexican culture. I am passionate about the Spanish language. I think that learning more than one language is a good way to meet new people, travel the world, and do business. I have a Bachelor's Degree in informatics (Universidad de Guadalajara), and a Master's in education (Universidad de Guadalajara), specializing in curriculum development. Currently, I'm pursuing...

...my students call me Mrs. Wallin. I grew up in Mill Valley, CA where the redwood trees meet the coast! I went to college in Tacoma, WA, where I studied natural science, biology, and communication studies to become an environmental educator. I began nannying and tutoring during my free time. After college, I became an environmental education and stewardship specialist for the Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary. As an environmental educator, I traveled around the...

...teaching at a young age. And much as quality instructors have made a positive impact on my life, it has equally taught me the responsibility educators can have on an individuals educational achievements. My experience through different educational institutions such as the University of Washington and smaller programs such as Karen Dillard has diversified my understanding of transparent learning. I believe to be a great fit for Varsity as I am committed, responsible and capable.

...working with students, I aspire to embrace students' creativity and tie it to their education and academic goals. Prior to my time at UC Davis, I grew up in the Silicon Valley and went through the Santa Clara Unified School District. I was on honor roll every year, I was in the school band in both middle and high school, held a part-time job at a Baskin-Robbins my senior year of high school, graduated with...

...time Software Engineer. I have been coding for almost 10 years now and I have helped countless students with their programming assignment. My aim is to help people better understand Computer Science concepts and implementation at a fundamental level. I understand that this subject is not easy to learn which is why I have patience and empathy for those new to the skill. Let's work towards making you a better programmer and computer scientist together

I'm a graduate of Washington State University with a BA in English who is looking to help others expand their knowledge of literature. I find the analysis of literature to be very interesting and hope to inspire those I work with to feel the same way. I am most versed in early American literature but am familiar with many other types as well. I seek to promote close reading strategies and emphasis on aesthetic analysis.

I'm interning in the transportation sector while I finish up my undergraduate studies at the University of Washington in Seattle. I once had a great Calculus tutor myself and I'd like to help others with the skills I have. My favorite topic is SAT Math. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

...study for exams. I have tutored algebra, geometry, reading, writing, history, anthropology, and religious studies. My favorite subject to tutor is math. Math has challenged me in the past, so I know from experience how rewarding it is to finally understand a concept. I want to help students achieve this feeling. I also love helping students with writing. Writing is such a creative and fun process for me, and I enjoy helping students express themselves...

...and encouraging person. I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in both Political Science and History from Arizona State University. I had the pleasure of attending Barrett, the Honors College while at ASU. I have worked in the field of public policy and data visualization in Washington D.C. and Seattle. While in Seattle, I became a volunteer tutor with the Boys & Girls Club and discovered my love and passion for education. Whether a student...

...way to teach any material is by demonstrating that the subject is not just isolated to an exam, but to also to a countless amount of diverse fields that influence a student's life . For example, cultivating a love for American literature by looking at it through the lens of sports writing. This idea provides a foundation for how I view education; as never simply confined to the classroom. We engage in the learning process...