Award-Winning Tutors serving Issaquah, WA

...their vocabulary and prose style. My specialty is, of course, English literature, and I have taught several semesters of literature courses for Rutgers undergraduates. Helping students develop an appreciation for great novels, poetry, and drama is not only my career but my passion! But even for students who don't love the books they are assigned,...

...very helpful for kids to gauge their level of understanding. Since I mostly work with elementary students, my teaching strategies include the use of videos, games, puzzles, crosswords, explanations, diagrams, and assessments. As a tutor, my strengths include patience (to help the student repeatedly and patiently when they reach a roadblock), adaptability (to change my...

...of what they're curious and passionate about. Along with reading and writing tutoring, I can also offer students mentorship and tutoring in their creative interests, especially in visual art, design, performance art, creative writing, music, art history and ecological design/planning. These tutoring areas are also where I work as a freelance artist, so I can...

...UK. I have a BA cum laude in philosophy with a minor in journalism, an MA in English literature with a minor in linguistics, and a PhD in English and comparative literary studies. I also have several professional certifications and am working currently on my Financial Modeling & Valuations Analyst certification with the Corporate Finance...

...understood and is familiar with their strengths as learners, as we walk along the journey of learning. I am also a very patient educator, passionate about teaching and helping each individual achieve their educational goals and objectives. I am always learning and looking to improve my own skills to better suit those I teach. Each...

...very smart people can think in very different ways from each other and that people who are outstanding at some subjects inevitably need help with others. I always bring this insight to bear on tutoring, where I work together with the student to find a method or style that works best for them!

...daughters, along with one fantastic grandson and another grandson expected late September 2022. I've taught for 21 years as an adjunct math instructor at several regional community colleges within the beautiful Puget Sound region in Washington. Prior to that, I taught at both the middle school and high school level for several years in my...

...as a one-to-one ESL instructor in Paris for three years, teaching students of every age and level (as well as improving my French, while still speak on a daily basis among my family). While I am passionate about literature, I receive the most personal satisfaction as a tutor by helping students to develop their critical...

...the University of Washington, with an emphasis on creative writing. I enlisted with the Teach for America corps after my undergraduate studies, and taught early elementary students in Los Angeles and Las Vegas. I have plans to attend law school, and specialize in writing and test prep. I ran cross country and track for the...

...experience, a good educator also needs to have the ability to engage pupils and to give them the tools that they need to succeed on their own. This means not only teaching students the material, but also familiarizing them with effective learning strategies and helping them develop strong study skills--all in a way that is...

...students on individualized education plans. I developed a passion for science and mathematics while at college. One instructor in particular fostered this passion by setting high expectations, providing every tool necessary for us to succeed, and sharing his own enthusiasm for the subject. I like to emulate this strategy with my own students leaving them...

Everybody has a story to share with the world, I chose to share my story and passion through statistics and data analysis. I enjoy working with numbers and Excel. I also believe in working smart and not hard. We only have one life to live, let us enjoy and be present in every moment.

...years old, making long experience one of my greatest advantages as a tutor. My other great advantage is flexibility. I believe that students and tutors are partners who make equal and mutual contributions to the learning process. Tutors have the responsibility to adapt materials to the learning styles, interests, and personalities of their students. Because...

I am a college student in my senior year at RPI. I am studying mechanical engineering and love math and science.

...a book editor at Simon & Schuster and as a managing editor at Penguin Group, USA. During this time, I was also employed as a freelance copy editor at Random House, Amazon, and many other companies of the same ilk. After moving into academia, I developed the curriculum and taught Writing for Non-writing Majors at...

...and I love what I do. The best part of my day is when my students are experiencing success and confidence in their math skills. I've taught Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Precalculus, and Calculus. Trigonometry has always been a solid part of my Algebra 2 and Precalculus classes. Many students have said they...

...an Associate Consultant. While I tutor a broad range of subjects, I am most passionate about Math and English. In my experience, with the right attitude and effort, learning can be rewarding, fun, and even math can seem a little less scary. I believe everyone should be empowered through their education and hope to not...

...from Macalester College. I have been a tutor for 8 years, tutoring a range of Math and Statistics subjects from algebra to Probability. I am able to cater to specific student needs, and I believe everyone is capable of succeeding when giving the right support. I find it particularly accomplishing when I am able to...

...analytical writing, including grammar. I also tutor high school seniors with college applications and essays. I have a broad base of knowledge in American Literature and the Arts, I am a published writer and watercolor artist, and I have travelled extensively at home and abroad. My students have said of me, " She's tough, but...

...wonderful 3-4 year old class. I currently am still teaching preschool part-time. I have an interdisciplinary approach to education, and am passionate about weaving multiple subjects and topic areas together, as they often support each other. I am particularly invested in tutoring in reading and writing, as they are both very important tools for communication,...