Award-Winning Tutors serving East Renton Highlands, WA

I received my BFA in Dance with a minor in Mathematics from Fordham University and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. I am thrilled to be carrying my love for mathematics into the future in the form of tutoring. There are few things more beautiful or satisfying to me than the way complex equations break down...

Maria Torres Hurley believes that everyone can learn to write well. She is a state of Washington certified K-12 educator with additional endorsements in ELL (English Language Learners) and ELA (English Language Arts). Maria holds both a BA and MA in English Literature and Creative Writing, with years of experience working online and in-person with...

...thought possible for themselves. Many of my students once nervous about math or science went on to major in these subjects in college with great success. They just had to get over fears and mental blocks. I have flexible hours and diverse teaching and tutoring experience in a wide variety of subjects. I am patient...

...is writing and composition. Throughout college I worked as a course assistant and writing tutor to college freshman, helping to bring students with a wide variety of educational backgrounds up to college level. I love helping students learn to craft an argument, chose their thesis and points, and build a structured, polished essay. I believe...

...while receiving help in subjects I was struggling with. I found how having a tutor not only helped me getter better grades but also learn how to become a better student. I want to continue to give back by tutoring students and helping them achieve their goals. I look forward to meeting you!

...and I love figuring out how best to reach that student. What gets them excited? What inspires them? How can I make their eyes light up when they finally grasp a new concept? That is what inspires me. I've always been a voracious reader. Historical fiction is my favorite genre, and right now I'm reading...

...difficulty or in attitude, and I learned many ways to help bolster a healthy learning environment for all kinds of audiences. I hope to apply my experiences from serving as a teaching assistant, instructing at Kumon, and hosting study sessions outside of school to Varsity Tutors, where I will set forth all of my knowledge...

Hello! My name is Ms. Morris and I love tutoring all subjects! But, I am most passionate about Science and aim to make learning fun! I have a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and General Science and have taught 2nd grade for 2 years. I have also been a tutor for about 5 years.

...I enjoy all things related to reading and writing, and the satisfaction that comes with overcoming a particularly challenging prompt or essay assignment. Helping students grow their own appreciation for these aspects of the educational experience is even more gratifying. Outside of academia, I enjoy traveling to new places, as well as going on outdoor...

...in different manners, to many groups of people. As a Human-Centered Design and Engineering major, I have to use methods I learned and middle school and relearned in college to do college-level math effectively. Therefore, I am apt at tutoring middle school math. Finally, College levels of English are required for the HCDE major. I...

...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. We know that there are different types of talents that people have. Some are best to learn as visual...

...enjoy helping younger students build foundational reading and vocabulary skills, especially those navigating English as a second language. My teaching style is flexible and student-centered. I prioritize active participation, use real-world examples to connect material to students' lives, and celebrate small wins to build momentum. I believe every student can succeed when they feel heard...

...school system, so math and I have become close friends! In my teaching and tutoring, I love using question strategies to help learn where my students are at in their math skills and to help them to continue to grow in them. Hopefully with me as your tutor, you will learn to like (or dislike)...

...for work or for personal enrichment, it's always the right time to learn a new language. Besed of my experience it's easier to learn if you have fun. For this reason I want my lessons to be light and enjoyable. I want my students to feel comfortable learning a new language. I would like to...

...Africa, and Latin America. I am a middle school guidance counselor and love see students progress and having fun while working hard. I firmly believe that with enough time and practice any student can tackle any subject they put their mind to. I tutor an array of subjects but my favorite subjects to tutor are...

...the interim 10 months each year, I tutored, worked with refugees and immigrants on job readiness, and assisted with database management at a non-profit. I love reading, writing, traveling (both locally and internationally), learning new languages, sports, dancing (especially Lindy Hop!), and spending time with husband, family and friends. I look forward to speaking with...

...a second language because in all my years studying foreign languages, I've come to appreciate how difficult English is to learn for those who did not learn it as their primary language. I love to learn, I am constantly looking to try a new experience or learn a new subject, and I aim to bring...

I'm from 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...

...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 C. Clarke, Lorrie Moore, and Jhumpa Lahiri. I also love to play video games, spend time with my dog,...

I am currently pursuing a mechanical engineering degree from Oregon State University. I love learning and creating meaningful learning experiences for other students. Tutoring STEM topics in particular is a very rewarding and enriching endeavor. I generally take a socratic approach in my tutoring style that focuses on critical thinking, and guides students to discover...