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Jenee: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...not a lecture. The key is to draw students out and help them to learn how to find answers on their own. When I'm not tutoring, I'm a busy grad student, and I spend a lot of time writing fiction and reading. Some of my favorite authors include Ray Bradbury, Kurt Vonnegut, Flannery O'Connor, Arthur...
Education & Certification
Seattle Pacific University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Pacific Lutheran University - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Igor: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...college years. I love to tutor any subject. As a Varsity tutor I was mostly called on tutoring Spanish, Russian, Latin, and Math. I believe that every student can learn. The goal of the teacher/ tutor is to find the approach to each individual student because each student has his/ her own style of learning....
Education & Certification
California State University-Northridge - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
California State University-Northridge - Master of Arts, Special Education

Kurt: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
Every student learns differently. Finding that spark and watching it move into positive results is my focus with every student. I have been teaching and mentoring for more than 30 years. In that time, I have worked with a very diverse group of people. I look forward to working with you and helping you achieve scholastically!
Education & Certification
Denison University - Bachelor in Arts, English

Katelynn: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...a high school near my home, I took over the classes of a Spanish teacher as she went on maternity leave. It went well enough that the district asked me to return when she had her second child, which I did. I also spent a year teaching Business English in Madrid, Spain. The experience developed...
Education & Certification
Knox College - Bachelors, Spanish Literature
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 34
ACT Math: 32

Kaylee: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...a graduate of Washington State University and I received my Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education with an endorsement in English as a Second Language instruction. Throughout my undergraduate education I worked in classrooms planning and instructing whole-group, small-group and individual instruction. I worked in K-5 classrooms and as an aspiring teacher, I loved the...
Education & Certification
Washington State University - Bachelor in Arts, Elementary School Teaching
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 33
ACT Reading: 33

Amanda: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...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,...
Education & Certification
Seattle University - Current Undergrad Student, Applied Mathematics
ACT Composite: 32
ACT English: 33
ACT Math: 32

Maria de Lourdes: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...a native Spanish speaker from Mexico. I have been tutoring Spanish for over 10 years. I have a Teacher's Certification from the University of Cambridge. I truly believe that learning a second language should be a fun a rewarding experience, that's why I enjoy customizing the lessons and tutoring to the personal needs and interests...
Education & Certification
Universidad Autonoma del Estado de Mexico - Bachelor of Science, Prelaw Studies
Instituto Universitario del Estado de Mexico - Masters in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management

Patrick: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...help address whatever tutoring needs related to writing (fiction, essays, college essays, ...), English, or SAT you might have. Since graduating from Vanderbilt University in 2015, I have lived on three continents and in eight cities. I taught English as a Foreign Language in Seoul, South Korea, and have tutored SAT, TOEFL, and writing stateside....
Education & Certification
Vanderbilt University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing

Attringal Subramonian : Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...a sophomore at University Of Washington, Seattle. Since I only graduated from high school a couple years ago, I am very familiar with the high school and middle school topics being taught. I am able to relate and truly understand the stress that students might be going through with college application processes, SATs and middle...
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biological and Physical Sciences
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1460
SAT Math: 750
SAT Verbal: 710

Kailee-Rae: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
My name is Kailee-Rae Quartero, while playing Division I soccer I received my Master's in Educational Leadership and Policy, Bachelor's in English, and minor in Business Administration. I have many years of experience with tutoring/mentoring. I am committed to helping my students achieve their academic goals! Can't wait to start our tutoring sessions!
Education & Certification
Portland State University - Bachelor in Arts, English
Portland State University - Masters in Education, Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision

Samuel: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology. In high school, I participated in the International Baccalaureate program and earned an IB Diploma. I tutor students in math and science, anything from elementary school levels to advanced high school courses. In the past, I've worked primarily with high school...
Education & Certification
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1560
SAT Math: 800
SAT Verbal: 760

Carolyn: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...a public health professional focusing on aging and healthcare issues, and a licensed physical therapist assistant. As a PTA I've worked in home health, skilled nursing, inpatient rehab and acute care and have taken additional training in geriatrics. In 2021 I received my Master in Public Health degree, and I have worked in healtchare and...
Education & Certification
University of Puget Sound - Bachelor in Arts, International Policy Analysis
University of Massachusettes - Master of Arts, Public Health

Orion: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...name is Orion and I just graduated from the University of Washington! I earned a BS in General Biology and am planning to attend a masters program in Physician Assistant Studies. I took many AP classes in high school and took junior and senior level classes as a freshman at UW so I could graduate...
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Current Undergrad Student, Biology, General
ACT Reading: 32
SAT Composite (1600 scale): 1420
SAT Math: 720

Jeffrey: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...find that greatest 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....
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Politcal Science

Anya: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...Seattle, and recently graduated from the University of Chicago! To me, learning is all about making sure we feel confident to tackle the problems ahead of us, and maybe even find fun in doing it. I like to help students build a solid toolset of the skills they need to feel ready to approach any...
Education & Certification
University of Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
ACT Composite: 35
ACT English: 35
ACT Math: 34

Bailey: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...current engineering physics major at the University of Colorado Boulder, I have developed a strong foundation in both math and physics, which I am eager to share with others. While I may not have formal tutoring experience, I have spent considerable time helping my classmates and younger siblings grasp complex concepts, particularly in Algebra 2...
Education & Certification
University of Colorado Boulder - Bachelor of Science, Engineering Physics

Juliet: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...Writing, English as a second language, Mandarin, and biology. Instilling confidence in my students is my top priority and I believe understanding a student’s learning style is paramount to effective teaching: I will get to know my students so that I can help them succeed. I have tutored English as a second language and writing...
Education & Certification
University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biology major, Chinese minor
SAT Writing: 740

Emilie: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...a graduate of Saint Martins University, where I received my Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. Since graduating, I realized that my passion lies in the education field. I began working on my Masters of Arts in Teaching Secondary Science Education in 2022. I plan on completing my degree in February of 2025. My favorite subject...
Education & Certification
Saint Martins University - Bachelor, Chemistry
Western Governors University - Master's/Graduate, Teaching secondary science

Alyssa: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...clear, creative, and efficient writing is a necessary tool for every student, one that will serve him or her well in school and beyond. Everyone can become a better writer, and I enjoy being part of that process. When I am not writing or teaching writing, I spend my free time reading, listening to music,...
Education & Certification
Kalamazoo College - Bachelor in Arts, English
University of Wisconsin-Madison - Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing/Fiction

Ruth: Des Moines tutor
Certified Tutor in Des Moines, WA
...to help students connect the dots, enabling them to master the material and themselves as they improve their study skills and self-confidence. I have worked with students of all ages in a variety of subjects and settings, from all backgrounds in this country and others. I have found, consistently, that the best way to connect...
Education & Certification
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Bachelor in Arts, English Language and Literature
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor - Master of Science, Environmental Policy and Planning
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